World's longest selfie stick: MIT student Armaan may enter Guinness Book

April 12, 2016

Udupi, Apr 11: An attempt was made to enter the Guinness World Record by a student of Manipal Institute of Technology (MIT) by creating the world's longest selfie stick here on Monday.

Armaan, a student of sixth semester (B.Tech.) of Electrical and Electronics Engineering at MIT, created the longest selfie stick measuring 10.39 metres, which he demonstrated on the MIT grounds here. A selfie of the authorities of the MIT and others was taken on the occasion.

The present Guinness World Record holder for the world's longest stick is Ben Stiller (USA) for his selfie stick which measured 8.56 metres.

Mr. Stiller made this record at the premiere of Zoolander No. 2' in London, U.K., on February 4, 2016. The selfie taken included the stars of Zoolander No. 2' – Ben Stiller, Owen Wilson, Penelope Cruz, Will Ferrell, Kristen Wiig, Justin Theroux and Christine Taylor.

Mr. Armaan had sent an application to the Guinness World Records about two months ago for creating a new record in longest selfie stick. The application was accepted about a month ago. “After that I started working on it. I made around seven to eight trials,” he said. In the beginning, he created the selfie stick using a steel rod. But it was heavy. Then he used aluminium as it was lighter and stronger. “I was successful after using aluminium,” he said.

He practiced the use of the selfie stick for about a week. “If my present achievement is recognised, I will try doing a 12-metre long selfie stick,” he said.

Asked what inspired him to take to up this endeavour, he said, “When I saw Ben Stiller doing it. I thought even I could do it. That's how I started,” he said.

The demonstration of Mr. Armaan's longest selfie stick was photographed and video-graphed to be sent to Guinness World Records in the presence of six witnesses – S.J. Kumaraswamy, Deputy Superintendent of Police, G.K. Prabhu, Director of MIT, B.H.V. Pai, Joint Director, Narayan Shenoy, Associate Director, B.K. Singh, Professor of Electrical and Electronics Engineering, and Indrali Jayakar Shetty, General Manager of Badagabettu Credit Cooperative Society Ltd.

Mr. Armaan, son of Mohmed Soorinje and Rehana from Mangaluru, is also a member of the student team Formula Manipal' of MIT, which designs the formula racing car.

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Would have done something better for mankind...not for the selfie freaks.....grow up...we already are bored to see young people like oldmen walking with sticks in public and also smiling to themselves..now more longer...huh

Masha Allah good job keep it up have a good future ....

Selfie King Armaan

Please send one stick to Narendra Modi

selfie freak.

Masha Allah keep it up, may have good future

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Demand for Beary Development Corporation gains traction as U T Khader proposes expert panel

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January 9,2025

Mangaluru: Establishing a Beary Development Corporation is a valid demand, but its implications must be carefully studied, remarked Speaker UT Khader. He proposed forming an expert committee to evaluate the corporation’s potential impact on the Beary community during a district-level conference of the Beary-speaking community, organized by the Akhila Bharata Beary Mahasabha at Kudmul Ranga Rao Town Hall on Wednesday.

Khader expressed concerns over inefficiencies in existing government-established corporations, such as unfilled leadership positions, lack of appointed members, and insufficient funding. “The Beary Development Corporation must avoid similar pitfalls,” he emphasized. He noted that the Minorities Development Corporation already provides various schemes for Beary Muslims, urging a detailed assessment to ensure the new corporation’s funding does not fall short of current provisions, which could disadvantage the community.

Praising the industrious and self-respecting nature of the Beary community, Khader highlighted the respect Beary elders once commanded in villages. He encouraged the youth to uphold this legacy and actively contribute to the community’s progress. Additionally, he commended the Beary youth for their swift and dedicated responses during emergencies, which have garnered widespread recognition.

Khader underscored the importance of unity, cautioning against fostering divisions within the community. He also stressed the critical role of education in development, urging the maintenance of detailed records for SSLC and PUC students to track progress.

The event was presided over by Azeez Baikampadi, president of the Akhila Bharata Beary Mahasabha. Among the dignitaries present were former MLA Mohiudeen Bava and retired police officer GA Bawa. Dr. UT Ifikhar Ali Farid, honorary president of the Akhila Bharata Beary Mahasabha and chairman of the Karnataka State Allied and Healthcare Council, was felicitated during the program.

In notable initiatives, Kanachuru Monu, chairman of Kanachuru Medical College, unveiled the Mahasabha’s new website, while Sheikhabba Karnire of Expertise Company, Jubail, launched an IAS-IPS program aimed at empowering the Beary community.

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Mangaluru trip turns tragic: 3 engineering college students drown in beach

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January 8,2025

Mangaluru, Jan 8: The serene beaches near Kulai Jetty under the limits of Surathkal police station turned into a scene of tragedy on Wednesday, January 8, as a group of four close friends saw their day of joy morph into heartbreak.

Three young men lost their lives in the unforgiving waves, while one narrowly escaped death, saved by the heroic efforts of local fishermen.

The victims have been identified as:

M. S. Manjunath (31), son of Shivlingappa, hailing from Upparigenahalli, Chitradurga district.

Shivakumar (30) from Shivamogga district.

Satyavelu (30) from JP Nagar, Bengaluru.

The sole survivor, Parameshwara (30), from Hangarga, Bidar district, now carries the weight of a harrowing ordeal and the devastating loss of his three closest friends.

These young men, all students of AMC Engineering College in Bengaluru, had embarked on a trip meant to create memories of joy and camaraderie. Driving overnight from Bengaluru, they reached Mangaluru on Wednesday morning. After breakfast at a local eatery, the group decided to visit the picturesque Kulai Jetty, seeking solace and adventure in the sea.

But their joyful outing took a tragic turn. While playing in the water, the four were caught in strong currents. Despite the swift intervention of local fishermen, only Parameshwara could be rescued in time. The lifeless bodies of Manjunath, Shivakumar, and Satyavelu were later found on the right side of the jetty, their dreams and futures cruelly cut short.

The Surathkal police, alerted to the incident, promptly arrived at the scene and began their investigation. The bodies were transported to AJ Hospital for post-mortem examinations, leaving their families and friends to grapple with the enormity of their loss.

A case has been registered at Surathkal Police Station. This incident serves as a stark reminder of the unpredictable and dangerous nature of the sea, urging visitors to prioritize safety above all else.

What was meant to be a day of joy has left a void that can never be filled, as three grieving families now face the unbearable pain of losing their loved ones.

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