Fashion show, music and dance light up annual day at WGSHA, Manipal

February 4, 2012

Manipal, February 4: Welcomgroup Graduate School of Hotel Administration, WGSHA, celebrated its 26^th Annual Day in Manipal on Friday.

The event was graced by Chief Guest Chef Vikas Khanna - an internationally renowned chef and co-host on famous television cooking reality show Master Chef India.

Anand Nayak, Head of HR, ITC India Limited, in his speech claimed that students prefer working with ITC because its vision and mission is beyond making profit and focused on skill development of students, giving them a strong platform to rise.

Mr. Khanna shared anecdotes from his life with the students and explained how he reached the heights of excellence, becoming the best Indian chef in the world. He was also awarded with the distinctive alumnus award by ITC.

Students of WGSHA were awarded with cash prizes and trophies on the occasion for exceptional academic results and overall performance through their course. Kul Mohan Singh, vice-president of WGSHA, presented the annual report for 2011-2012 in which he spoke about the infrastructure, placements, new courses, management training and orientation. He also spoke about the national and international conferences held by faculty members of WGSHA.

WGSHA students later entertained the guests with a fashion show and other cultural events like dance and band performances. 100 varieties of food from 12 different nationalities such as Chinese, Italian, Mexican, Indian and American were prepared and served to the guests by the students of the college.

WGSHA, famous for its cuisine, wine and dining, and culinary arts, has been the top hotel management college in India for four consecutive years.

Other dignitaries from Manipal University present at the event were Dr. Ramdas Pai, Chancellor, K. Ram Narayan, Vice-Chancellor, H.S. Ballal, Pro-Chancellor, G.K. Prabhu, registrar.

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Lokayukta cracks down on 7 officials; raids across Karnataka including Mangaluru

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May 15,2025

Bengaluru, May 15: The Karnataka Lokayukta police on Thursday conducted simultaneous raids across multiple districts, including Bengaluru and Mangaluru, targeting government officials suspected of possessing disproportionate assets (DA).

According to Lokayukta police, the raids were carried out on properties linked to seven government officials in Bengaluru city, Bengaluru Rural, Tumakuru, Yadgir, Mangaluru, and Vijayapura districts.

The officials under the scanner are:

Murali T.V., Additional Director, Directorate of Urban and Rural Planning

H.R. Nataraj, Inspector, Legal Metrology, Bengaluru

Anant Kumar, Second Division Assistant, Taluk Office, Hoskote (Bengaluru Rural)

Rajshekar, Project Director, Nirmiti Kendra, Tumakuru

Manjunath, Survey Supervisor, Dakshina Kannada (Mangaluru)

Renuka Satarle, Officer, Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Abhivrudhi Nigama, Vijayapura

Umakanth, Officer, Shahpur Taluk, Yadgir district

Raids were conducted at 12 locations in Bengaluru city, eight in Bengaluru Rural, seven in Tumakuru, five in Yadgir, four in Mangaluru, and four in Vijayapura.

The raids followed complaints alleging corruption and accumulation of assets disproportionate to known sources of income. A preliminary investigation was carried out into the assets of the officials, their families, and close relatives, after which separate DA cases were registered at respective Lokayukta police stations.

The coordinated operation began at 6 a.m. and was conducted under the supervision of superintendents of police from the respective districts. Deputy superintendents, police inspectors, and other staff were also involved in the raids.

Authorities have not yet disclosed the details of movable and immovable assets seized during the operation. Further information is expected following the completion of assessments at the raided sites.

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Dakshina Kannada scientist Dr Ninaad Lasrado featured in Forbes 30 Under 30 Asia – Health Science List

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May 15,2025

Mangaluru, May 15: Dr Ninaad Lasrado, a young scientist hailing from Puttur in Dakshina Kannada district, has earned a place in the prestigious Forbes 30 Under 30 Asia – Health Science List for 2025. He is currently serving as a postdoctoral fellow at Harvard Medical School, Boston, USA.

Dr Lasrado achieved a remarkable academic milestone by completing his PhD in viral immunology from the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, USA, at the age of 24. He later joined Harvard Medical School, part of Harvard University, where he continues his advanced research in immunology.

With a strong foundation in scientific research, Dr Lasrado has authored over 20 research papers in internationally acclaimed journals such as the New England Journal of Medicine, Science, and Scientific Reports (Nature group). His work has earned him numerous awards and fellowships, recognizing his contributions to health science.

His academic journey began at Sudana Residential School, followed by PUC at Ambika PU College, and a bachelor’s degree in biotechnology from St Aloysius College, Mangaluru.

Dr Lasrado is a member of Mai De Deus Church, Puttur, and is the son of Stella Sequeira and Dr H R Lasrado, retired deputy director of the Karnataka Animal Husbandry Department. The family currently resides in Puttur.

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