Mangalore University to confer Honoris Causa on Prof. B A Viveka Rai

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March 2, 2017

Mangaluru, Mar 2: Mangalore University will be awarding Honorary Doctorate Degree (Honoris Causa) to eminent educationist, Folklorist and Kannada Professor B A Viveka Rai in the 35th Annual Mangalore University Convocation on March, 3, 2017 at 10.00 am in the Mangala Auditorium, Mangalagangothri.

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Dr Rai, a native of Mangaluru, Karnataka was a guest professor with the Department of Indology, University of Wurzburg, Germany till recently. Earlier he was a Professor of Kannada Language, Literature and Folkloristics in Mangalore University, Karnataka. Prof. Viveka Rai has also been the Vice-Chancellor of Kannada University, Hampi and the Karnataka State Open University (2007-09). He has done extensive studies on Tulu, the regional language of Mangaluru and Dakshina Kannada and published volumes of literature on the same. Tulu song “Yekka Saka” from popular movie “Koti Chennayya” was written by Prof. Viveka Rai.

Dr. Rai hails from the Punacha village of Puttur in Dakshina Kannada District and has completed his Masters degree in Kannada from Mangalore University and Ph.D from Mysore University. He has served Mangalore University as Lecturer, Reader, Professor and Head of the Department for about 34 years in teaching and research of Kannada. Currently he is serving as a Guest Professor, Dept.of Indology, University of Wurzburg, Germany.

He has served as the Vice Chancellor of Hampi Kannada University and Karnataka State University, Mysore. He is also the founder president of Tulu Sahitya Academy. He has honorary membership at Folklore Fellows, Finland, Central Sahitya Academy, Karnataka Sahitya Academy, Karnataka Folk and Yakshagana Academy, Governing Committee of Central Kannada Sahithya Parishath, Udupi regional folk arts research centre at Udupi, and Pilikula Nisarga dhama trust, Mangaluru.

He has been conferred upon with Karnataka Rajyotsava Award, Muliya Thimmapayya Award, Presidentship of the Karnataka folk literature conference, Karnataka Culture Conference, Karnataka Desi Conference, World Tulu Sammelan held at Dubai.

Tulu Proverbs, Tulu riddles, Tulu culture, Tulu folk literature, Indian traditions, riddles in literature, Gilisoove, Irula Kannu, Hindana hejje, Rangadolagana Bahiranga, Bagilanu teredu, Inside Germany, Kannada linguistic writings, Nettara Maduve, Siri Epic as performed by Gopala Naika, along with 15 more works have been compiled by Dr. Rai. He has also been the Chief Editor of History of Tulu literature and the Kannada Jain Samputa.

He has undertaken research in countries like Germany, Finland, Switzerland, Japan, America, England, Austria, France, Dubai, Abudhabi, Sharjah and has guided 16 Ph.D researchers and 10 M.Phil researchers.

Currently he is creating and maintaining the “Samskrithi Grama” or Culture village at Pilikula Nisargadhama and is also undertaking the translation of Kannada literature into German language.

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November 17,2024

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Mangaluru: A tragic incident unfolded on Sunday, November 17, at Vazco Resort (VAZCO), situated at Battappadi Cross Road in Someshwara on the outskirts of the city, when three young women drowned in the resort’s swimming pool. 

Disturbingly, an iPhone recording and CCTV footage captured their final moments, providing insights into the heartbreaking accident.

According to City Police Commissioner Anupam Agrawal, the tragedy occurred at approximately 10:05 AM. The victims were identified as:

Keerthana N (21) from Devaraj Mohalla, Hebbal Second Stage, Vijayanagar Post.
Nishitha M.D (21) from 4th Cross, Kuribarahalli, Mysuru.
Parvathi S (20) from Ramanuja Road, K.R. Mohalla, Mysuru.

Sequence of Events

The three women had checked into Room No. 2 of the resort on the morning of November 16 and stayed overnight. On Sunday morning, around 10 AM, they entered the swimming pool to play. Reports suggest that they placed their clothes poolside and set an iPhone to record the activity.

Initial findings indicate one woman slipped underwater and began to struggle. When the second attempted a rescue, she too drowned, followed by the third woman. Within minutes, the tragedy claimed all three lives. CCTV footage from the resort corroborates the sequence, showing the young women struggling before succumbing to the water.

Investigation Underway

The resort staff discovered the lifeless bodies and immediately raised the alarm. Ullal Police Inspector H N Balakrishna and his team are conducting an investigation. Preliminary reports suggest the women were non-swimmers, and the lack of safety measures contributed to the tragedy.

The resort is owned by Manohar, as per police records. While the formal case is yet to be registered, the incident has raised serious questions about safety protocols at resorts offering pool facilities.

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November 13,2024

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In the heart of Mangaluru, where rising air pollution is spurring public health worries, voices are calling for a greener, cleaner shift in the city’s public transport. Leading this call is APD Foundation, a Mangaluru-based environmental NGO, which has urged Forest, Ecology, and Environment Minister Eshwar Khandre to mandate electric vehicle (EV) adoption in public transport.

Abdullah A Rehman, CEO of APD Foundation, emphasized in a formal letter to the minister that Mangaluru’s public transportation system—efficient and organized with both government and private players—could transition smoothly to EVs in stages. He suggested that government-backed financial incentives, partnerships with EV manufacturers, and collaborations with environmental groups could streamline the switch.

Rehman stressed the potential of EVs to cut down emissions, enhance air quality, and reduce noise levels, noting the quieter operation of electric buses. He confirmed that a copy of his letter was submitted to the Deputy Commissioner as well.

However, Dilraj Alva from the Dakshina Kannada City Bus Association noted potential challenges, explaining that the shift might take up to two years due to infrastructure and budget hurdles. Most EV buses, he explained, are procured through aggregators, not directly by individual operators. The addition of charging stations and other essential infrastructure further complicates the transition.

Alva also raised the economic concern: while diesel buses are priced between ₹30-40 lakh, electric buses can cost up to ₹1 crore. Reflecting on recent meetings with companies, including one in Manipal, he questioned the assumption that EVs are an absolute solution to pollution. “EVs aren’t entirely eco-friendly, especially when considering battery disposal,” he cautioned.

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November 11,2024

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Mangaluru: In a deeply tragic turn of events, a 28-year-old woman named Ranjitha, who had recently given birth but tragically lost her newborn, ended her life by suicide on Monday. She reportedly leapt from the fourth-floor window of Lady Goschen Hospital’s luggage room.

Ranjitha, whose strength and resilience had carried her through a difficult pregnancy, was scheduled for discharge on Monday. Her journey to Lady Goschen Hospital began on October 24, when she was transferred from Karkala. She was a high-risk patient, battling both hypertension and diabetes. At the time of her admission, she was just 27 weeks pregnant.

Due to the complexities of her health, doctors made the difficult decision to perform an emergency C-section on October 30. She delivered a baby girl, premature and weighing only 960 grams. The newborn was immediately moved to the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, where doctors did all they could. Despite these efforts, the baby passed away on November 3.

Ranjitha’s sorrow was profound. She stayed under hospital care even after her initial recovery and was preparing to go home on November 9. She had even requested a couple more days at the hospital, seeking time perhaps to cope with her unimaginable grief.

On the day of her discharge, a discharge card ready and her family eagerly waiting to take her home, Ranjitha reportedly made her way to the luggage room in the early hours. There, standing on a cot placed for patients' family members, she climbed to a window and fell from the fourth floor. Despite the attempts of another visitor to intervene, tragedy was inevitable. She was rushed to Government Wenlock Hospital, where doctors confirmed the worst—she was no more.

Dr. Durgaparasad M R, the Medical Superintendent at Lady Goschen Hospital, shared his grief and spoke of the ongoing investigation. A post-mortem is to be conducted, and the local Tahsildar will complete the necessary inquest procedures. Ranjitha’s exact reasons for taking this step are yet to be confirmed, though the weight of her recent losses paints a sorrowful picture.

If you or anyone you know is struggling emotionally, please remember that help is available. Reach out to mental health experts who can provide support and guidance. The toll-free helpline number 9152987821 is available to assist anyone in distress.

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