Traditional boatmen's day out in Malpe

Malpe, July 30: The fisherwomen were seen enjoying looking at the bounty. As there was good demand for prawns, the prwans got sold as soon as it was shifted from the boat to the port. With the ban on deep sea fishing, traditional boats go for fishing from Malpe port. “With the ban on fishing, there was high demand for fish. All the catch from traditional boats gets sold within few hours. A large number of people visit Malpe port when the traditional boats return from sea.”

The fish caught in traditional boats are also exported from Malpe port.

The fish is preserved using ice. On the one hand, labourers are seen dumping the fish and on the other, it is preserved with ice.

“Sometimes, several traditional boats return from sea at a time. Normally, three to four tonnes of prawns are sold daily. As there is great demand, it is sold in kgs.”

Three varieties of prawns are sold in Malpe port daily. There is great demand for Prawns (white).

It is sold for Rs 220 to 230 per kg while 'Thembal' is sold for Rs 115 to Rs 120 and 'Karkadi' is sold in the local market for Rs 60 to Rs 70.

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Udupi school girl Shagun Verma Hegde to lead India U-15 volleyball team in China

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December 2,2025

Udupi, Dec 2: A wave of regional pride is sweeping through Udupi district as Shagun S Verma Hegde, a talented Class 9 student from Christ King English Medium High School, Karkala, has been named the captain of the Indian National Team for the Under-15 Girls’ Volleyball Championship.

Shagun holds the unique distinction of being the sole player from Karnataka selected to represent the country in the prestigious international tournament. The championship, organized by the School Games Federation, is scheduled to take place in Shangluo, China, from December 3 to 13, where Shagun will lead the national squad.

A Remarkable Journey to the Top

Shagun’s selection is a testament to her dedication and exceptional skill on the court. Her journey included several rigorous rounds of selection:

• She was the only player from Udupi district to qualify for the state-level selection camp.

• Out of eight players from Karnataka who advanced to the national selection camp in Pune, Maharashtra, Shagun was the only one to secure a place in the final national squad.

• The national camp saw participation from approximately 200 players, which was shortlisted to 23. Shagun not only made the final cut but was also ranked as the second-best player overall, solidifying her leadership role.

Shagun, who is the daughter of Sandesh Verma and Shruthiraj of Kallotte, Karkala, has trained under experienced coaches Santosh D’Souza, Jeevan D’Silva, Jairaj Poojary, and Ramesh. Her selection as the team captain has brought profound honour to her family, school, the Udupi district, and the entire state of Karnataka.

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