Street vendors get alternative facility in City

August 31, 2011

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Mangalore, August 31: Mayor Praveen said that street vendors have been provided with alternative facility and they can carry out the busines beside Service bus stand and a vacant space available next to the service bus stand (tempo stand) near Lady goschen.

Speaking at the Mangalore City Corporation monthly meeting here on Tuesday, he said that the Tiger operation will be started from September 2. The tempo stand will accomodate atleast 90 street vendors.

“The MCC has provided alternative to the street vendors on compassionate ground. The functioning of street vendors in and around Lady Goschen and State Bank region has been banned. At the same time, no street vendors will be allowed to occupy footpath to sell the produce,” he said.

Door number

The Council unanimoulsy resolved to take a decision to issue door numbers to those poor who have constructed houses in the government land illegally under Section 112 (C) of Karnataka Municipal Council Act. Corporators said that there are hundreds of houses constructed on the government land in MCC limits. However, without door numbers, the owners are not able to avail any of the government facilities.

There is a need to issue temporary door numbers under Section 112 (C). To which, Mayor said that the MCC will write a letter to the government on the resolution passed in the Counil for approval.

Corporator Shashidhar Hegde said that temporary door numbers were issued to several houses after taking government permission in 1998.

Roads

Corporator Mariamma Thomas said that interior roads in several wards in the Corporation limits are in deplorable condition. Even recently asphalted roads have developed huge potholes, thus raising the issue of poor quality of road work. Supporting her view, Corporator James D'Souza said that the MCC invites tender in the month of January and the work order is given to the corporator in the month of March.

It is impossbile to carry out the work on asphaltation during monsoon. Officials' negligence lead to poor quality of work, he said. Executive Engineer Rajashekar said that asphalted road do not last long owing to the flow of rain water on the road. To raise the road and to construct drains, the cost of the project increases.

Corporator Naveen said that there is a need to test the thickness of the road work and asked what was the duty of third party in road inspection. With the roads getting damaged every year, we have to doubt over the functioning of third party.

Stary dog menace


Corporator Harinath said that stray dog menace has increased in townships in Marakada region. However, when one calls members of Animal Care Trust to take away the dogs, the members scold the public. Health official said that dog menace can be constrolled only through sterilisation method.

Malaria

When the agenda related to imposing fines on the building owners for causing breeding of mosquitoes due to stagnant water in construction sites was raised, Mariamma Thomas and other coporators asked what measures did Malaria Cell has taken to check the spread of malaria in the city.

The official from Malaria Cell said that the Cell has five teams. Two teams visit houses to create awareness and three teams visit construction sites to check the stagnanted water. In charge Commissioner Dr K N Vijayaprakash and Deputy Mayor Geetha Nayak was present.

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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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January 1,2025

Udupi: In a shocking case of investment fraud, a 72-year-old man from Udupi, Karnataka, lost Rs 49 lakh after falling prey to a deceptive stock market scheme. The incident highlights the growing menace of online scams targeting unsuspecting individuals.

According to the complaint filed by Francis Castelino, an unknown individual added his son's mobile number to a WhatsApp group titled "Stock Market Navigation." The group shared stock market insights and promised lucrative returns, convincing Castelino’s son to invest. Trusting the information, the son persuaded his father to make substantial investments.

On December 30, 2024, Castelino transferred Rs 17,00,000, his wife contributed Rs 10,50,000, and their son invested Rs 21,50,000 to the bank account provided by the fraudsters. 

However, when Castelino attempted to withdraw the invested money, he and his family were pressured to reinvest further. Realizing that the promised profits and their principal amount were not forthcoming, the family approached the police for help.

A case has been registered at the Udupi CEN Police Station under Sections 66(C) and 66(D) of the IT Act and 318(4) BNS. Investigations are underway to track down the culprits and recover the lost funds.

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January 3,2025

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BJP MLA Vedavyas Kamath and several BJP leaders were arrested in Mangaluru during a protest organized by the Dakshina Kannada BJP Yuva Morcha near Mini Vidhana Soudha. 

The protest targeted the Congress-led Siddaramaiah government, accusing it of fostering an environment of harassment and distress, which the BJP claims has led to multiple suicides among contractors and government officials.

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Addressing the gathering before his arrest, Kamath criticized the Congress government, alleging that neither contractors nor honest officials have found peace since it assumed power. He remarked, "Suicide seems to be the only 'guarantee' under this administration."

Kamath cited the suicide of contractor Sachin, allegedly driven to death by harassment from individuals linked to Minister Priyank Kharge.

Other cases highlighted included the suicides of Chandrashekar, superintendent of the Maharshi Valmiki Development Corporation, and Rudresh, who was allegedly harassed by an aide of Minister Lakshmi Hebbalkar.

Kamath also referred to a Dalit inspector, Parashuram, who reportedly succumbed to alleged torture connected to Congress MLA Channareddy Patil’s son.

He accused Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar of remaining silent due to political fears over their positions.

Prominent BJP leaders such as Ramesh Kandetthu, Premananda Shetty, Vikas Puttur, Nandan Mallya, Monappa Bhandary, Pooja Pai, Deputy Mayor Bhanumathi, and Sanjay Prabhu participated in the protest alongside party workers and municipal council members.

The protest escalated, resulting in the arrest of Kamath and other BJP leaders by the police, marking a dramatic standoff between BJP and Congress.

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