Uneasy calm prevails in Uppinangady as elected representatives back Kalladka Bhat amidst peace efforts

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January 25, 2012
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Mangalore, January 25: An uneasy calm continued to prevail in Uppinangady town, and adjoining areas in Puttur taluk, for the fourth day on Wednesday with elected representatives from Bharatiya Janata Party including Dakshina Kannada district in-charge minister Krishna J Palemar, appreciating the provocative speech of Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh leader Kalladka Prabhakr Bhat.

The remarks by Mr Palemar, who accused the minorities of the district of creating problems for programmes of Hindus, has staoked a fresh controversy. After discussing with Sangh Parivar leaders in Uppinangady on Tuesday Mr Palemar had stated that though the Hindus in the district had not created any problems for programmes organised by minorities, the miscreants from “other communities” had many a times disturbed Hindu Samajotsavas.

Justifying the provocative speech, Mr Palemar said that being a leader of Hindus it was the responsibility of Mr Bhat to send warning signals to the Hindus about the dangers faced by the society such as 'love-jehad', 'cow-slaughter' and 'terrorism' etc. “You cannot call it a provocative speech”, he maintained.

Mangalore MP Nalin Kumar Kateel, Deputy Speaker of Karnataka Legislative Assembly N Yogish Bhat and Puttur MLA Mallika Prasad, among other BJP leaders of the region, too have expressed their support to Kalladka Bhat and his cause.

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Meanwhile secular parties and progressive groups have slammed the district in-charge minister, saying that the latter's statements had caused hindrance to the peacemaking efforts.

The renewed threat by Hindu Hitharakshana Vedike to follow the 'preaching' and 'guidance' of Kalladka Prabhakar Bhat, and warning by Vishwa Hindu Parshad leaders to the minorities that they would not 'tolerate' any effort to 'disturb Hindu events', have added fuel to the fire.

However Inspector General of Police (Western Range) Pratap Reddy has stated that situation was under control and police was maintaining strict vigil in the area to prevent any untoward incidents.

Superintendent of Police Abhishek Goyal has assured that society that his department would not yield to any political pressure. “We will take stringent action against wrongdoers, but, will not harass innocents” he said in a peace committee meeting organized at the office of the assistant commissioner in Puttur on Tuesday.

Meanwhile, Uppinagady police have taken four suspected Bajrang Dal activists into custody for attacking police during the Magardka jathre, a day after the Hindu Samajotsava. The arrested have been identified as Janardana, Vasudeva and Gangadhara.


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April 8,2025

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Shivamogga: From the serene town of Thirthahalli, Deeksha R, a bright student of Vagdevi Pre-University College, has made her mark on the state stage by sharing the first rank in the Science stream of the PU 2 examinations. She scored an outstanding 599 out of 600, tying with Amoolya Kamath of Mangaluru.

Deeksha is the daughter of Raghavendra Kalkura and Usha V, both committed educators. Her father, a teacher at the Government High School in Megaravalli, said with joy, “We were expecting around 595 marks. But 599 was a surprise and a moment of pure happiness. Deeksha didn’t study daily in a strict routine, but she was focused and had a well-planned approach. During her study holidays, I helped her prioritise subjects based on need.”

Deeksha's academic brilliance isn’t new — she had earlier scored 98.6% in Grade 10 (ICSE) at Sahyadri School, Bettamakki. Her PU college teachers recognised her potential early and provided strong support throughout.

Looking ahead, Deeksha has big ambitions — she plans to pursue a career in Artificial Intelligence engineering. She has already appeared for the JEE exams and is preparing for the CET next week. “We’re hopeful she’ll secure a seat in a top engineering college,” her father added.

College Principal Mamata expressed immense pride: “Deeksha never attended any tuition outside of college. Her discipline and commitment were remarkable. It’s a proud moment for our college and our town.”

By sharing the top rank in the state, Deeksha has not only brought glory to her hometown but also become a symbol of how talent, discipline, and the right guidance can create a truly stellar success story.

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April 7,2025

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Mangaluru, Apr 7: In a chilling and heart-wrenching turn of events from Nadugallu in Nalakuru village of Sullia taluk in Dakshina Kannada, a mother and son’s desperate act to end their lives has left a community in disbelief. The duo allegedly consumed rodent poison in a joint suicide attempt, resulting in the son’s death and leaving the mother in a critical condition.

The deceased has been identified as 32-year-old Nithin, son of Kushalappa Gowda of Derappajjanamane, Nalakuru. His mother, Sulochana, is currently battling for her life in a hospital. According to sources, the incident took place three days ago, with both victims falling severely ill by the morning of April 6.

Nithin, an ITI diploma holder, had been managing his family's agricultural land. He had married Deeksha, a guest lecturer at a local college, about a year ago. At the time of the tragic incident, Deeksha was reportedly staying at her parental home. During her absence, Nithin and Sulochana allegedly consumed poison in what is believed to be a premeditated act.

Well-known in the village for his kind demeanor and strong social ties, Nithin’s untimely death has cast a shadow of grief and shock across the local community. His father, Kushalappa Gowda, is also said to be ailing.

The Subrahmanya police have registered a case and initiated an investigation to uncover the circumstances leading to this devastating event.

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Mangaluru: Scoring an almost perfect 599 out of 600, Amoolya Kamath, a brilliant student of Expert PU College, has topped the Science stream in the PU 2 exams. Calm, composed, and quietly confident, Amoolya says the mock tests at her college were the game changer in overcoming her exam fear.

Coming from a family of doctors — Dr Dinesh Kamath and Dr Anuradha Kamath — Amoolya is charting her own path: “I want to become an engineer,” she said with determination.

Her success mantra? “I revised every day whatever was taught in class. I would reach home by 7 pm and then study till 10:30 pm. But honestly, I never expected the first rank!”

Apart from academics, Amoolya is a trained artist — having cleared the Bharatanatyam senior exam and Carnatic music junior exam. “Music kept my mind calm,” she smiled.

A graceful blend of intellect and art, Amoolya Kamath is an inspiration for students aiming to balance ambition with serenity.

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