Philatelic exhibition held in Mangalore

naeem@coastaldigest.com (CD Network)
October 14, 2013
Mangalore, Oct 14: As part of National Postal Week celebrations, Philately Day was observed with a philatelic exhibition and a painting competition organised by Dakshina Kannada Philatelic and Numismatic Association, Mangalore at the Head Post Office, Pandeshwar here on Sunday.

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With the Indian Postal Department having released a new stamp with a picture of Gandhi outlined on it on the occasion of Philately Day, the exhibition showcased several commemorative stamps, permanent pictorial cancellations, First Day covers, special covers, aerogrammes, inland letter cards and post cards, based on the life of Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi.

The private philatelic collections of Vidya Kishore Baglodi and Jayaprakash Rao were on display for visitors.

Along with postage stamps and special covers based on the life of Mahatma Gandhi such as his Satyagraha, Dandi March, Sabarmati Ashram and others, the collection of Vidya Kishore Baglodi included special currency notes in denominations of 1 and 5 issued by Gandhi National Memorial Trust formed in 1948 after Gandhi's assassination by the then president of Indian National Congress Acharya Kripalani. Also showcased were regular currency notes of denominations 1, 2 and 5 issued in 1969 with an outline of M K Gandhi on them, and the world's first postage stamp on M K Gandhi to be printed on Khadi material (issued in February 2011).

Speaking to Coastaldigest.com, she said that the image of Gandhi on special post covers and pictorial cancellations was the most collected all over the world.

The collection of Jayaprakash Rao showcased unusual postage stamps issued from around the world. There were stamps printed on Thai Silk from Thailand, a picture of M K Gandhi printed on a stamp made of Khadi from India and 3D stamps embossed on plastic and real phonograph records printed on post covers from Bhutan. There were three fragrance stamps printed in India, with real fragrance of different flowers and another with a fragrance of dark chocolate from Belgium, which is famous for its chocolates. There were other 3D stamps from Thailand, Great Britain and Austria, and one stamp from Thailand which could be opened into a booklet.

Likewise, there was a stamp printed on wood from Germany, and stamps from Austria with original Swarovski crystals mounted on them. One stamp from Bhutan had been printed on steel foil, one stamp from Liechtenstein with laser-cut design and one from France printed on a silver frame – all part of Mr Rao's private collection.

Also showcased was a special series of Superman stamps issued in 2013 from Jersey. Each stamp in this series had a special distinct characteristic, such as'glow in the dark', heat-sensitive, transparency etc.

Mr Rao said that new printing processes over the years had made possible the printing of several unusual stamps and Bhutan, a neighbouring country of India, pioneered the printing of unusual stamps and stood first in many categories.

A painting competition with the theme'Mangalore Dasara' and essay writing competition was held for school children on the occasion.

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May 15,2025

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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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May 13,2025

Udupi, May 12: A tragic incident unfolded at a wedding in Nandikur, Udupi district, when a four-year-old boy, Vasudeva, drowned in a temple pond near the venue.

According to a police complaint filed by Satyanarayana, 38, a resident of Kurkalu village in Kaup, the child had accompanied his mother, Soumya, and siblings—Vaishnavi (10) and Vishnu Priya (1)—to attend a wedding at the Sri Durgaparameshwari Temple Hall in Nandikur.

At approximately 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, Soumya was feeding her infant daughter inside the hall while Vasudeva remained nearby. After tending to the baby, she stepped away briefly to wash her hands, during which time she noticed that Vasudeva was missing.

A frantic search ensued involving family members and others at the venue. About 15 minutes later, at around 2:15 p.m., Vasudeva was found unresponsive in the temple pond adjacent to the hall. Bystanders pulled him from the water and attempted resuscitation.

He was immediately rushed to a private hospital in Udupi, where doctors declared him dead on arrival. Despite this, the family sought further medical assistance at a hospital in Manipal, but physicians there also confirmed that he had passed away.

The Padubidri police have registered a case and are investigating the incident.

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May 13,2025

A new chapter is unfolding for football in Mangaluru as the football ground adjacent to Nehru Maidan receives a modern artificial turf, with completion expected by the end of May. This long-awaited upgrade promises to significantly enhance the playing experience for both budding and seasoned footballers in the region.

The project, spearheaded by Mangaluru Smart City Limited (MSCL), involves laying synthetic turf across the 90,000 sq ft ground at a cost of ₹2.5 crore. Equipped with efficient drainage systems, the revamped ground will support uninterrupted play throughout the year, regardless of weather conditions.

“This is a long-pending demand of the football community here,” said D.M. Aslam of the Dakshina Kannada District Football Association. “We expect the turf work to be completed in the next two weeks. Currently, around 150 children practice regularly at the ground, and we anticipate that number to rise once the new surface is open.”

MSCL General Manager (Technical), Arun Prabha K.S., noted that while the project had been planned for some time, groundwork officially began after last year’s monsoon league concluded in August. “Once completed, this facility will be a full-fledged synthetic turf suitable for training, local tournaments, and league matches,” he said.

With the inauguration expected soon after the final touches are completed, the new astro turf is set to elevate the city’s football infrastructure and serve as a springboard for talent development across the district.

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