Don’t pressurize your children; motivate them: Abdul Ravoof Puthige

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May 24, 2017

Mangaluru, May 24: Talent Research Foundation, Mangaluru, in association with CIGMA (Career Information and Guidance Movement for All) India, Government of Karnataka and Beary’s Institute of Technology organized a career guidance and scholarship awareness programme, ‘What next after 10th/12th Std?’ on Wednesday at Town Hall in the city.

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“I have been a part of all the programmes organized by TRF. For a decade it has been working for the benefit of students by providing them educational assistance, career guidance, awareness about the various facilities that the students can avail, scholarships provided by the central and state governments and has also been contributing to the development of the society”, said Mohammed Nazeer, Commissioner, Mangalore City Corporation (MCC) in praise of TRF.

Manjunath Bhandary, Chairman, Bhandary Foundation, Adyar, Mangaluru, narrating a real-life incident said, “Thousands of opportunities lie ahead of you, choose what you are interested in. A career is not by chance but by choice. You should enjoy what you do and not let what others do influence you.”

Abdul Ravoof Puthige, chairman, TRF, in his presidential address advised parents not to pressurize their kids or demotivate them, when it comes to studies and not to reprimand them for their mistakes. He urged students to sustain a healthy relationship with their parents. He also encouraged the students to work towards contributing to the country through their education.

“Out of 100 people in the world, only 5 emerge successful. This is the law of the 5%. You should do what the 5% do and not what the 95% is doing”, said Dr. Ananth Prabhu, Advisor, Vikas Pre-University College, Mangaluru emphasizing the importance of practice, in daily life. Speaking about the sacrifices and changes a person will have to make, he quoted, “Change is hard in the beginning, messy in the middle and beautiful in the end.”

“Interest fluctuates, it is influenced by others. It isn’t about copying somebody; it is what you can do. There should be consistency in what you do and you should know who you are” said Ameen-e-Mudassir, Founder and CEO, CIGMA India and the resource person, during his session.

He explained the 4 steps in career selection i.e., Self-Assessment, Explore Your Options, Decision-Making and Taking Action. He prompted the young SSLC and PUC graduates to choose a career based on their aptitude, ability, interest and skill. “You define the rules, you become the game”, he asserted the student audience, “Growth happens, because you commit to it”.

Mohammed Farhad, Financial Director, Yenepoya University, Dr. Prakash Shetty, MD, Tejas Labs, Mangaluru, Mohammed Haneef, MD, Manal Coaching and Study Centre, Mangaluru, were also present.

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December 16,2025

Mangaluru, Dec 16: The Mangaluru City police have significantly escalated their campaign against drug trafficking, arresting 25 individuals and booking 12 cases under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act between November 30 and December 13. The crackdown resulted in the seizure of a substantial quantity of illicit substances, including 685.6 grams of MDMA and 1.5 kg of ganja.

The success of this recent drive has been significantly boosted by the city’s innovative, QR code-based anonymous reporting system.

"The anonymous reporting system has received an encouraging response. Several recent arrests were made based on inputs received through this system, helping police tighten the noose around drug peddlers," said the City Police Commissioner.

The latest arrests contribute to a robust year-to-date record, underscoring the police's relentless commitment to combating the drug menace.

Up to December 14 this year, the police have registered a total of 107 cases of drug peddling, leading to the arrest of 219 peddlers. Furthermore, they have booked 562 cases of drug consumption, resulting in the arrest of 671 individuals.

The scale of the seizure for the year reflects the magnitude of the problem being tackled: police have seized 320.6 kg of ganja worth ₹88.7 lakh and 1.4 kg of MDMA valued at ₹1.2 crore. Other significant seizures include hydro-weed ganja worth ₹94.7 lakh and cocaine worth ₹1.9 lakh, among others.

The Commissioner emphasized a policy of rigorous enforcement: "We ensure that peddlers are caught red-handed so that they cannot later dispute the case or claim innocence."

To counter the rising trend of substance abuse among youth, the Mangaluru City police have rolled out uniform guidelines for random drug testing across educational institutions.

As part of the drive, tests were conducted in approximately 100 institutions, screening an estimated 5,500 to 6,000 students in the first phase. 20 students tested positive for drug consumption during the initial screening.

Students who tested positive have been provided counselling and are scheduled for re-testing in the second quarter. The testing will also be expanded to students not covered in the first phase. In a move to ensure strict implementation, police personnel were deployed in mufti in some institutions. Reiterating a zero-tolerance stance, the Commissioner confirmed that random testing will continue, and colleges have also been instructed to conduct drug tests at the time of admission to deter substance abuse from an early stage.

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December 3,2025

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Mangaluru, Dec 3: A group of Congress workers gathered at the Mangaluru International Airport on Wednesday to welcome AICC general secretary K C Venugopal, but the reception quickly turned into a display of support for Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar.

Venugopal arrived in the city to participate in the centenary commemoration of the historic dialogue between Mahatma Gandhi and Narayana Guru. The event, organised by the Sivagiri Mutt, Varkala, in association with the Mangalore University Sri Narayana Guru Study Chair, is being held on the university’s Konaje campus.

KPCC general secretary Mithun Rai and several party workers had assembled at the airport to receive Venugopal. However, the moment he stepped out, workers began raising slogans backing Shivakumar.

The university programme will be inaugurated by Chief Minister Siddaramaiah.

This show of support comes just a day after Siddaramaiah remarked that Shivakumar would lead the government “when the high command decides.” The chief minister made the comment after a breakfast meeting at Shivakumar’s residence—another public display of camaraderie between the two leaders amid ongoing attempts by the party high command to downplay their leadership rivalry.

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December 2,2025

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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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