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Mangalurean Vibhali Shetty wings ‘Sharjah Award for Excellence in Education’ 2018-19

Shodhan Prasad
May 19, 2019

Sharjah: Prestigious ‘Sharjah Award for Educational Excellence 2018-19’, is presented to the country's highest-rated students every year and this year it has been awarded to 9th Grade student Vibhali Shetty of our Our Own High School (girls) Sharjah.

Mangalurean Vibhali Shetty is the daughter of businessman father Prasad Shetty who runs Rajab Trading Company and mother Suraksha Prasad Shetty, who is a Design Manager and Senior Architect at Semac Consultants, Dubai. Father a native of Udupi and mother from Surathkal are currently residents of Sharjah.

The Sharjah Award for excellence was launched in 1994-95 under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan Bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Member of the Supreme council and Ruler of Sharjah.  This Award is the first educational award in the UAEwhich is focused to honor and recognize outstanding individuals in education field and promote a culture of excellence.

The Award ceremony was held at the Jawaher Reception & Convention Centre, Sharjah on 1st May 2019, presided by the Crown Prince of Sharjah, Sultan bin Mohammad Bin Sultan Al Qasimiwho handed over the award to Vibhali Shetty. The members of the Royal Family and several other dignitaries were also present during the ceremony.

An ecstatic Vibhali said “I am excited to receive this award on the 25th year of the award cycle. My hard work made me achieve commendation in academics throughout the years. This has been accompanied by my passion for extracurricular activities such as dancing, singing, drawing and other skills like abacus and public speaking. The award made me realize that excelling in academics is not the only criteria of achievement in a student’s life.Sharjah award is a great motivation and a symbol of encouragement. Winning the award gives me great pleasure and satisfaction. I sincerely thank His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan Bin Muhammed Al Qasimi, Ruler of Sharjah for sowing the seed into each and every student’s mind about excellence in education”

Vibhali Shetty has several achievements and has won very many accolades some of which are here below:

Ministry of Education, UAE - Awarded Merit Certificate for scoring 94.6% in the year 2016-17

Received Commendation Certificate from Our Own English High School, Sharjah 2016-17

Received Commendation Certificate from Our Own English High School, Sharjah 2015-16

Received Commendation Certificate from Our Own English High School, Sharjah 2014-15

Initiated ‘Can Collection Campaign 2015’ and contributed to environment

Initiated ‘Neighborhood Recycling Campaign 2015 & 2016’ and contributed to environment

Initiated ‘Recycle Repeat Reforest 2016-17 Campaign and contributed to environment

Participated in ‘World Environment Day 2016’ and contributed to environment

Received Certificate of Appreciation from Students for the Earth Youth Group UAE

Participated in ‘Treat for the Planet’ Drive 2016 and received Certificate of Appreciation

Participated in ‘For Our Emirates We Plant’ Ceremony and planted a tree in my name for EEG

Received ‘Certificate of Participation’ for achieving 500 kgs. of newspaper for Recycling Project 2015

Received ‘Certificate of Participation’ for collecting 502 Kgs. Of newspaper & 50 kg. Aluminum Cans

Received ‘Certificate of Appreciation’ for collecting 27.5 Kgs. Of Aluminum Cans during Campaign

Received ‘Certificate of Appreciation’ for participation in ‘Recycle Reforest Repeat Project 2016’

Received ‘Certificate of Appreciation’ for participation in ‘Recycle Reforest Repeat Project 2017’

Received rewards for highest target in newspaper & can collection in the month of August 2016

Volunteered in ‘Earth Hour Celebration’ and participated in Walkathon 2016

Participated in ‘Clean-up World’ Campaign 2016

Received ‘Certificate of Appreciation’ for participation in Recycle-thon 2016

Received ‘Certificate of Appreciation’ for organizing the book donation by Indian Association Sharjah

Appreciated for the fund raising campaign which raised $.110 for buying mosquito nets in Africa UNO

Organised ‘Giving is living’ Event in Karnataka and donated uniforms, books to Madrasa Students

Mentored a child in neighborhood and helped that student in her studies

Organised ‘Special Deeds for Special Needs’ campaign and collected sports items to Manzil

Received ‘Certificate of Appreciation’ for ‘Back to School’ Campaign and noted School Bags/Water Bottles

Received ‘Certificate of Appreciation’ for participating in ‘Sweet Smile with a Small Gift’ campaign

Received ‘Social Soldier Certificate’ for volunteering in ‘Go Humane’ Ifthar distribution

Received Certificate for volunteering in ‘Back to School Edition’ of Dubai Cares

Received Certificate of Appreciation for participating in ‘Spread the Taste, Stop the Waste’ Campaign

Received Certificate of Appreciation for participating in ‘Hospitality Matters’ Charity Campaign

Member of the School Parliament at Our Own English High School, Sharjah

Team Leader of Students for the Earth Youth Group ‘Students for the Earth’

Trained in Dance – both Contemporary & Bharatanatyam

Performed in various stage shows and private functions

Received ‘Certificate of Merit’ for the performance in Global Village during 2017

Received ‘Certificate of Merit’ for the performance in Global Village during 2016

Won first in Folk Dance Competition by Santhwanam Youth Fest 2016

Received ‘Certificate’ for completing 3rd level UC Dino Art program in 2017

Received ‘Certificate of Achievement’ for participating and winning various drawing competitions

Received ‘Certificate of Achievement’ for participating & winning in various Public Speaking Competitions

Received ‘Certificate of Achievement’ for participating & winning various singing competitions

Trained in Abacus and completed ten levels at Brainobrain International and received recognitions

Silver Topper at International Abacus Competitions during 2016

Received ‘Certificate of Appreciation’ winning second place in ‘My Green Ramandan’ Contest 2016

Received ‘Certificate of Appreciation’ for participating in UAE National Day Parade

Received ‘Certificate of Appreciation’ for participating in Recyclathon Run 2016

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basheer ahmed
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Sunday, 19 May 2019

 Proud to see her achivements. May GOD bless her.

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November 27,2025

Bengaluru, Nov 27: Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah’s camp is reportedly on alert as the Congress leadership tussle in the state intensifies, particularly amid speculation over the potential promotion of Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar. Siddaramaiah is said to be in a “wait-and-watch” mode after admitting to “confusion” earlier this week and urging the party to “put a full stop” to it.

Sources say his supporters are ready to act if senior leaders — including party chief Mallikarjun Kharge, Sonia Gandhi, and Rahul Gandhi — give any indication of backing Shivakumar. If the party insists on a leadership change, Siddaramaiah’s camp has a list of alternatives, underscoring the deep rift between the two leaders. One possible candidate is Home Minister G. Parameshwara, a Siddaramaiah loyalist and influential Dalit leader.

The strategy was reportedly finalized at a meeting led by PWD Minister Satish Jarkiholi, another Siddaramaiah supporter, who stressed that Delhi leaders need to resolve the issue. Kharge and the Gandhis are expected to meet soon, after which Siddaramaiah and Shivakumar may be summoned to Delhi.

Shivakumar has largely stayed non-confrontational, publicly endorsing Siddaramaiah and downplaying speculation about his own ambitions. However, he has made pointed comments emphasizing the importance of honoring promises, directed at Siddaramaiah.

The feud traces back to the 2023 state election, when Siddaramaiah was chosen as Chief Minister while Shivakumar, who led the party’s campaign, was made Deputy CM and state party chief — a departure from the Congress’ usual “one post per person” rule.

There were also hints of a prior understanding that Siddaramaiah would step down midway through the term. As the halfway mark passed last week, Shivakumar-aligned lawmakers have ramped up pressure on the party for a leadership change, with Shivakumar himself hinting at stepping down as state party chief to pursue the top job.

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November 27,2025

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Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge on Thursday announced that he will convene a high-level meeting in New Delhi with senior leaders — including Rahul Gandhi, Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar — to resolve the escalating leadership turmoil in Karnataka and “put an end to the confusion.”

Kharge said the discussions would focus on the way forward for the ruling party, as rumours of a possible leadership change continue to swirl. The speculation has intensified after the Congress government crossed the halfway mark of its five-year term on November 20, reviving talk of an alleged 2023 “power-sharing agreement” between Siddaramaiah and Shivakumar.

“After reaching Delhi, I will call three or four important leaders and hold discussions. Once we talk, we will decide how to move ahead and end this confusion,” Kharge told reporters in Bengaluru, according to PTI.

When asked specifically about calling Siddaramaiah and Shivakumar to Delhi, he responded: “Certainly, we should call them. We will discuss with them and settle the issue.”

He confirmed that Rahul Gandhi, the Chief Minister, the Deputy Chief Minister and other senior members would be part of the deliberations. “After discussing with everyone, a decision will be made,” he said.

Meanwhile, Siddaramaiah held a separate strategy meeting at his Bengaluru residence with ministers and leaders seen as his close confidants, including G. Parameshwara, Satish Jarkiholi, H.C. Mahadevappa, K. Venkatesh and K.N. Rajanna.
Signalling calm, the Chief Minister told reporters, “Will go to Delhi if the high command calls.”

Shivakumar echoed a similar stance, saying he too would head to the national capital if summoned by the party leadership.

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November 22,2025

Udupi, Nov 22: The Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) has officially confirmed Narendra Modi’s visit to Udupi on November 28 and shared his detailed schedule with the Karnataka chief secretary.

According to the itinerary, the Prime Minister will land at Mangaluru International Airport from Delhi at 11:05 am and depart for Udupi by helicopter at 11:10 am. He is expected to arrive at the Adi Udupi helipad at 11:35 am.

The earlier plan for a roadshow has been cancelled. Instead, PM Modi will proceed directly to Sri Krishna Math at 12 pm, where he will have darshan of Sri Krishna and address participants of the Laksha Kanta Geetha Gayana event.

The Prime Minister is scheduled to depart from the Adi Udupi helipad at 1:35 pm, returning to Mangaluru Airport before leaving for Goa at 2 pm.

The state administration has been directed to make all necessary arrangements for the visit.

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