Meet Vaishanvi Ballal, the multi-faced talent, who scored 100 in 5 subjects

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May 25, 2016

Mangaluru, May 25: Vaishnavi Ballal is one of the most diverse, multi-faceted young talents the coastal city of Mangaluru has ever produced. It would be no exaggeration to say that becoming one of the state toppers in II PU examinations (science stream), was mere a small achievement in her vibrant and meaningful life.

Vaishnavi, who completed her PU in city based Expert PU College, has scored a perfect 100 marks in five subjects, i.e., Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Biology and Sanskrit.

She doesn't know why and how her score in English dipped to 90. Hence she has decided to apply for revaluation hoping that her score may jump from 590 to at least 596, the score of present State topper.

“I had expected more marks in English. I don't understand where I lost 10 marks. Anyhow, I am happy and will apply for revaluation of the English paper,” Vaishnavi told Coastaldigest.com while expressing her desire to become a neurosurgeon.

The only daughter of city-based general surgeon Dr Rajesh Ballal and artist Vasundhara Ballal, the 18-year-old girl has already reached several noteworthy milestones of her student-life.

In 2011, when she was just 14-year-old Class VIII girl, she was honoured with Outstanding Talent Award meant for young achievers by the Dakshina Kannada district administration on behalf of Karnataka government for her achievement in the field of education.

She became the first person from Dakshina Kannada district to be crowned the National Champion in the grand level of the competition organised by UC MAS (Universal Concept Mental Arithmetic System) in Chennai in 2010, when she was a Class VII student.

In the same year Vaishnavi emerged the first runner-up in the Grand Level of the 16th UC MAS Abacus and Mental Arithmetic International Competition held in Malaysia's Kuala Lumpur.

Vaishnavi is also known as a spelling queen of Mangaluru, as she had emerged champion in the 'Spell Bee - India Spells 2013' Season 5 in 2013, when she was a Class IX student.

Since her childhood she involved in extra-curricular activities though no one pressurised her to take up anything. She is a keen singer and dancer, being trained in Carnatic classical music and Bharatanatyam for several years. She had a successful Rangapravesha about six years ago.

Her multi-faceted personality is expressed by the fact that she is also a drummer with years of training to boost her. She also paints, skates and is proficient in extempore, elocution and essay writing. She enjoys the activities she does. She attributes her achievements to her grandfather Dr C R Ballal, parents, teachers and friends.

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Congratulations to wonderful multi-talented girl. may God bless her.

May God bless her. We wish she will be the topper after the revaluation.Her achievement is a perfect gift for the eminent Dr. C.R. Ballal. Great!!!

congo vaishnavi, all the best.

my dear... my prayers and wishes for fulfilling all ur ambitions. may god bless u dear

god bless her for future studies,

such a beautiful kid.

excellent. Do something for the country.

Congrats. work for the country. Toppers always dreams of going abroad, then what the use for your celebration in india, if that knowledge is not used here.

wonderful. india's daughter. Her parents are lucky.

100 in 5 subjects? Is she virat kohli's sister?

Vaishnavi! you are Vaishnavi devi indeed.
will be a great woman and will do wonders in future.
May God protect you from all evil eyes.

Congratulations. May God Almighty bless her with the best.

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NRI leader SM Syed Khalilur Rehman, 86, passes away in Dubai

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November 21,2024

Prominent NRI community leader SM Syed Khalilur Rehman, fondly known as CA Khalil, passed away in Dubai on Thursday at the age of 86 after a brief illness.

Khalil had been admitted to Aster Hospital in Mankhool on Tuesday after experiencing severe leg weakness. Despite the best efforts of the medical team, he succumbed to a double heart attack that worsened his condition, his son Rais Ahmed confirmed.

The news of his passing has sent waves of grief across communities, particularly in his hometown of Bhatkal, Karnataka, where he was a celebrated figure. Tributes have been pouring in on social media, highlighting his significant contributions to international trade, social service, and education.

A Legacy of Leadership and Service

A chartered accountant by profession, Khalil was a founding member of the Dubai chapter of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI), where he served as chairman from 1987 to 1994. His illustrious career included key leadership roles, such as general manager of Khaleej Times, group executive director of the Ilyas and Mustafa Galadari Group, and vice-chairman of the Jashanmal Group of Companies.

He also chaired Maadhyama Communications and Sahil Online, a web-based news platform, and was a director and trustee of several media companies and charitable organisations in Dubai and India.

A Champion for Education and Philanthropy

Khalil’s impact extended far beyond his professional achievements. As president and general secretary of Anjuman Hami-e-Muslimeen, he played a pivotal role in the development of educational institutions, including schools and colleges in Bhatkal and surrounding areas. His dedication to social upliftment earned him recognition from the Government of Karnataka, which honoured him with a prestigious award for his philanthropic contributions.

A Life Celebrated

The Bhatkal Muslim Khaleej Council (BMKC) recently released a documentary celebrating Khalil’s remarkable life and service to the community—a testament to his enduring legacy.

CA Khalil is survived by his family and countless admirers across the globe. His passing marks the end of an era for Indian expatriates in the UAE and beyond, leaving behind a legacy of leadership, generosity, and commitment to community service.

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Karkala Theme Park scam: Sculptor arrested over fake bronze statue

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November 11,2024

Udupi, Nov 11: The Karkala town police in Udupi have arrested Krishna Naik, the sculptor responsible for installing a 33-foot Parashurama statue at Umikkal Hill in Bailur, Karkala taluk.

Naik, the owner of Krish Art World and a resident of Bengaluru's Visvesvaraya Layout, was apprehended in Mahe, part of the Union Territory of Puducherry, for allegedly substituting a look-alike statue in place of a genuine bronze figure at the Parashurama Theme Park in Karkala.

Udupi Superintendent of Police Dr. Arun K confirmed the arrest, stating that Naik faces charges under Sections 420 (cheating) and 409 (criminal breach of trust) of the Indian Penal Code.

This legal action followed a complaint lodged in June by Krishna Shetty, a resident of Nallur village, Karkala. Shetty claimed that Naik had received a payment of ₹1,25,50,000 from Udupi Nirmithi Kendra for the installation of a bronze Parashurama statue. However, Naik allegedly deceived the government by installing a replica instead.

The statue was unveiled on January 27, 2023, by then Chief Minister Basavaraj Bommai. Current Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has since ordered a CID investigation to probe deeper into the alleged fraud surrounding the statue's installation at the theme park.

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