All India Inter-University Women's Ball Badminton Championship gets underway

December 28, 2011

Mangalore, December 28: The All India Inter-University Women's Ball Badminton Championship got underway at Alva's College campus at Vidyagiri in Moodbidri on Tuesday, when star of India Award winner in Ball Badminton B N Meera released three sets of tri-colour balloons.

The tournament, hosted by Mangalore University in association with Alva's College, witnessed a grand march past with the participation of athletes from 70 universities across the country.

Mangalore University Vice-Chancellor Prof T C Shivashankar Murthy hoisted the University's flag, MLA K Abhayachandra Jain unfurled the inter-university flag and Alva's Education Foundation (AEF) chairman M Mohan Alva hoisted the college declaring the tournament open.

Cultural troupes of Tulu Nadu welcomed the guests and athletes to the four-day tournament planned on six courts.

Prof Murthy said that sports and extra–curricular activities help student develop sportive spirit, physical endurance and personality.

Present champion Annamalai University from Tamil Nadu, MGS University from Rajastan, North Maharastra University, University of Jalagaon from Punjab, Gurunanak University in Amristar, Bharathi dasan University and Mangalore University are among the 70 participating teams.

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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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Barakah International School & College Achieves 100% Results in CBSE Class 10 & 12 Exams – 2025

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May 13,2025

Barakah International School & College continues its tradition of academic excellence, achieving a remarkable 100% pass rate in the CBSE Class 10 and 12 examinations for the year 2025.

Top Performers:

Grade 10:

Mehrish Haleema – 96.4%
Daughter of Mr. Mohammed Musthafa & Mrs. Munawar

Hamnah Nafeesa – 96.2%
Daughter of Mr. Mohammed Kunhi & Mrs. Gulnaz Fathima

Bushra Suha – 92.2%
Daughter of Dr. Mohammed Ashfaque & Dr. Aisha Suha

Anum Nafeesa Ashfaq – 91.3%
Daughter of Mr. Abdul Khader Ashfaq & Mrs. Suhana

From left to right: Mehrish Haleema, Hamna Nafeesa, Bushra Suha, Anum Nafisa Ashfaq

Grade 12 (Science Stream):

Tisha Reem – 93%
Daughter of Mr. Rayees Mohammed & Mrs. Tabsira Nakhuda

Several other students across all streams also secured outstanding results, reflecting the institution’s commitment to academic rigor and student success.

As a leading educational institution in Mangalore, Barakah International School & College offers holistic education from Pre-KG through to Degree level, nurturing well-rounded individuals equipped for future challenges.

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