Abbakka Utsava should strengthen communal harmony: UT Khader

December 28, 2011

Mangalore, December 28: Mangalore MLA U T Khader has said that upcoming 'Abbakka Utsava' should be an inspiration for the people of coastal Karnataka to strengthen the spirit of freedom and harmony in the society.

Mr Khader, who is the honorary president of the celebration committee of 'Veera Rani Abbakka Utsava-2012' was speaking at a preparatory meet organised at Click Marriage Hall at Thokkottu here on Tuesday.

“Abbakka Utsava is the celebration of pride of Kannada land and people of all caste, creed and religion must celebrate it together. The Utsava should be utilised to establish the communal harmony in this part of the state”, he said.

The reception committee president of Abbakka Utsava Samiti, former MLA K Jayaram Shetty gave the introductory speech. Secretary Dinakar Ullal in his speech gave information about previous festivals and sought the co-operation of everyone for the forthcoming festival.

General Secretary Bhaskar Rai Kukkuvalli explained the features of the festival and also about the Abbakka awards. K Tharanath Rai and Dhanalaxmi introduced the sports and cultural competitions of the fest.

Condolence Meet

The Abbakka Utsav Samiti paid homage to former Karnataka chief minister S Bangarappa, who died on Sunday by organising a condolence meet. The Samiti also condoled the demise of DK Zilla Panchayat former president Santhosh Kumar Bhandary and Karnataka Tulu Sahitya academy former member M Anand Shetty.

Members of the Samithi Sadananda Bangera, R K Ullal, Abdul Aziz Hak, U P Aliyabba, Smt Suvasini, Padmavathi,Rathnavathi Baikady, Mallika S,Devaki R Ullal, Vijayalaxmi Shetty and others were present.

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3 arrested in Mangaluru for defrauding individuals in 'digital arrest' and share trade scams

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November 16,2024

Mangaluru: The Kavoor police in Mangaluru, Karnataka, have arrested three individuals from Kerala in connection with two separate cybercrime cases, including one involving extortion under the guise of a "digital arrest."

City Commissioner of Police Anupam Agrawal reported that one of the arrested individuals, Nisar, a resident of Ernakulam district, posed as a CBI officer. He allegedly threatened the complainant with arrest and extorted Rs 68 lakh. A case has been filed under sections 66 (C) and 66 (D) of the IT Act, and sections 308 (2) and 381 (4) of BNS.

In another case, the Kavoor police arrested two men, Sahil K P of Thiruvannur, Kozhikode, and Muhammad Nashath of Mappila Koyilandy, Kerala, in connection with a share trade fraud. The accused are alleged to have deceived the complainant by promising substantial profits from an investment in the stock market. Trusting the fraudsters, the complainant invested Rs 90 lakh, which was subsequently lost. A case has been registered under sections 66 (C) and 66 (D) of the IT Act, and sections 318 (4) and 3 (5) of BNS.

The accused were arrested in Koyilandi and presented before the court. The operation was carried out under the guidance of City Police Commissioner Anupam Agrawal, led by Mangaluru North Sub-Division ACP Srikanth K, Kavoor Inspector Raghavendra Byndoor, Kavoor PSI Mallikarjuna Biradara, and staff members Ramanna Shetty, Bhuvaneshwari, Rajappa Kashibai, Praveen N, and Malatesh.

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Karnataka CM directs officials to submit proposal for gold chariot for Chamundeshwari idol

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November 25,2024

Bengaluru: Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has instructed the Hindu Religious Endowment Department to submit a proposal for constructing a gold chariot for the presiding deity of the state, Chamundeshwari, official sources said on Monday.

The directive follows a request from Member of Legislative Council (MLC) Dinesh Gooligowda, who highlighted the historical and cultural significance of the Chamundeshwari Temple on Chamundi Hill in Mysuru, which dates back to the 12th century AD.

Gooligowda noted that the existing wooden chariot, donated by devotees from Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, has deteriorated over time.

“Devotees have expressed their desire to organise a ‘rathotsava’ using a gold chariot for Goddess Chamundeshwari. This proposal has been under consideration for some time, with an estimated cost of Rs 100 crore,” the MLC said.

He emphasised that the government’s financial involvement would not be required, as devotees are willing to contribute towards making the chariot a reality.

Gooligowda proposed a deadline for the 2025 Dasara festival for the completion of the chariot, ensuring it is ready for the grand procession featuring the idol of Chamundeshwari.

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