JD(S) sees prize catch in Sharief

March 19, 2014

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Bangalore, Mar 19: Long-time Congressman C?K?Jaffer Sharief may well be the prize catch for the JD(S) this election season.

Sources in the party said that Sharief may opt to contest from Mysore on a JD(S) ticket. However, his family members want him to contest from Bangalore Central, it is said. If this happens, the minorities would drift to a certain extent from the Congress to the JD(S) is the calculation by JD(S) leaders.

Sharief said his association with the Congress was a closed chapter. He said he would contest the polls, but was not ready to disclose the choice of his constituency. He said his followers from Chikkaballapur met him on Monday and requested him to contest from there.

“But I am not for that constituency. There are requests from Bidar also. The people of Mysore still remember me, because it was during my tenure as the railway minister that the metre gauge railway track to Bangalore was converted into broad gauge,” he said.

JD(S) leader H?D?Kumaraswamy said, “We want Sharief to contest from Mysore. The Mysore unit of the JD(S) is unanimously supporting Sharief. He has told us that he will announce his decision on March 20 from Makkah.”

A majority of the Muslim leaders in the Congress do not want Sharief to quit the party. They fear that their votebank will shrink in case the minorities drift towards the JD(S). However, no one wants to be quoted on this.

Union Minister of Minority Affairs Minister K Rahman Khan, the bete noire of Sharief, said, “He (Sharief) is a tall leader in the Congress. But it is the decision of the party high command that importance should be given to youth in these elections.

Not only Sharief, a number of leaders across the country have not got tickets due to the decision of the party. This is a policy decision taken in the interest of the party,” he stated. Asked whether the rebellion by Sharief would harm the party 's poll prospects, he said he does not want to speculate.

Dhananjay in Udupi

Another migrant to the JD(S) is V Dhananjay Kumar, who is technically with the KJP?now. He was with the BJP from 1980 till Yeddyurappa floated the KJP. The BJP is not ready to reconsider the decision not to reinduct him.

“My return to the party has been blocked by H N?Ananth Kumar. It is wrong to assume that I was not taken back into the party because I made some comments against L?K?Advani. If that was the case, how did G?S?Basavaraj get back into the party after making comments against Advani?” he said.

He said that he would contest as the JD(S) candidate from the Udupi-Chikmagalur constituency. His one-time colleague Shobha Karandlaje has already begun her campaign there as the BJP nominee.

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December 17,2025

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Melkar, Dec 17: The 17th Annual Day and Graduation Ceremony of Melkar Women’s PU and Degree College, themed “Fusion-2K25,” was celebrated with dignity and enthusiasm, marking a significant milestone in the institution’s academic journey. The programme reflected the college’s steadfast commitment to academic excellence, character building, and the holistic development of students.

The event was inaugurated by Mr. Asif Mohammed, whose presence greatly enriched the occasion. The celebration was further graced by the chief guests Mr. P. B. Ahmed Mudassir and Mr. Nissar Fakeer Mohammed, along with the distinguished guests of honour Mr. B. A. Nazeer and Mr. Ibrahim Gadiyar. In their inspiring addresses, the guests encouraged the graduating students and appreciated the dedicated efforts of the management, faculty, and students.

The annual report was presented by the Principal, Mr. Abdul Majeed S, highlighting the institution’s academic progress, notable achievements, and extracurricular accomplishments during the academic year.

The presidential address was delivered by the esteemed Chairman of Melkar Women’s PU and Degree College, Dr. Haji S. M. Rasheed, who emphasized the vital role of education in empowering women and shaping responsible citizens. He also stressed the importance of discipline, dedication, and perseverance in achieving success.

Cultural programmes and academic recognitions formed an integral part of the celebration, showcasing the talents and achievements of the students. The graduation ceremony was a proud moment for the outgoing students as they were formally conferred degrees and wished success in their future endeavours.

Ms. Mashmooma Fathima served as the Master of Ceremonies. The welcome address was delivered by Ms. Fathima Nida, and the programme concluded with a vote of thanks proposed by Ms. Ayisha Suhana.

The event successfully achieved its objectives and was highly appreciated by the guests and attendees.

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December 5,2025

Mangaluru: In a significant step to curb online hate and intimidation, Mangaluru City Police have registered a suo motu case against multiple Instagram accounts accused of circulating alleged provocative and threatening content.

While monitoring social media activity on Tuesday, Kankanady Town PSI Anitha Nikkam identified the Instagram handle ‘team_targetttt_900’ for posting a hate message alongside images of lethal weapons. Another account, ‘team_nagara_900’, allegedly shared a threatening post targeting activist Bharath Kumdelu, tagging additional pages such as KARAVALI-OFFICIAL.

Several other accounts — including ‘immu_bhai.fan’, ‘target_boy_900’, ‘kings_of_manglore’, ‘team_target_boys.900’, ‘arshad_mangalore’, ‘target_ka19_ullal’, ‘team_target__’, ‘troll_tigersz_900’, ‘tr_group_900’, and ‘team_target_900’ — are also under scrutiny for spreading similar inflammatory material, police said.

Authorities have urged citizens, especially young social media users, to report suspicious pages and avoid engaging with groups that glorify violence or threaten individuals. Online hate can quickly escalate into real-world harm, and police stress that sharing or promoting such content can attract legal consequences.

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December 16,2025

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Melkar (Bantwal): The 9th Annual Day celebration of SMR Public School, titled “EXCELLENTIA”, was held on December 15 with great enthusiasm and dignity, marking a significant milestone in the institution’s journey towards academic excellence and holistic development.

The programme was inaugurated by Dr. U. T. Iftikar Ali. The chief guests were Dr. Akhtar Hussain, Mr. P. Moosabba Beary, Mr. Zakaria Jokattre, and Dr. T. M. Abdul Rahuf—whose inspiring addresses motivated the students and appreciated the school’s contributions to education.

Mr. Abdul Nasir, Mr. Ibrahim Gadiyar, Mr. Razak Golthamajal, Mr. Sali Koya, Mr. Arshad Hussain, Mr. Ismail Balanoor, Mr. Feroz Bawa, Mr. Sahul Hameed, Mr. Abubakkar, Mr. Hameed K. Mani, Mr. Abdul Majeed (Principal, Melkar Women’s College), and Mr. Abdul Lathief (Former Principal, Melkar Women’s College) were the guests of honour.

The Annual Report was presented by the Headmistress, Ms. Fathimathul Zaheera, highlighting the school’s achievements and progress during the academic year. The Presidential Address was delivered by the Chairman of SMR Public School, Dr. Haji S. M. Rasheed, who emphasised the vital role of education in shaping students’ futures and stressed the importance of discipline, dedication, and consistent effort in achieving 100 per cent academic results.

Secretary of SMR Public School, Mr. Rifath Ahmed, and PTA President, Mr. Sandeep Kumar, were also present on the occasion.

The Annual Day celebration showcased the collective efforts of students and teachers and reaffirmed the school’s commitment to quality education and all-round development. The programme concluded with a vote of thanks, expressing gratitude to all dignitaries, parents, and well-wishers for their support. The 9th Annual Day—EXCELLENTIA—was a memorable and successful event, leaving a lasting impression on everyone present. 

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