It was unforgettable musical experience'- revelers leave 'Spring Zouk' with fond memories

February 6, 2012

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Malpe, February 6: Music admirers and party revellers could not have asked for anything more. Three-day camp party 'Spring Zouk,' a unique event of its kind, had all the ingredients required to suit the taste buds of those who love head-banging and the sound of metals. It was a three-day event from 3rd feb to 4th feb at St. Mary's island, Malpe, Mangalore and was an amalgamation of various genres of music, cuisine and culture under one umbrella.

As many as 20 national and international music bands battled it out at the island to win the hearts of fans amid some high voltage performances by Juno reactor and Highlight tribe. Students of Manipal University also did not seem to be regretting for missing their date with studies. Foreign tourists and visitors from nearby places too thronged in large numbers, which only added to the electrifying atmosphere.

For those who were eager to explore and experience the local culture, folk arts like 'Gorava Kunita', 'Veeragase', 'Kangeelu Nritya', 'jogate Kunita', 'Gollu Kunita' and others were performed.

Nick, a 22 year-old youth from Leeds, United Kingdom said that he was holidaying in Goa when he came to know about the event.“I am fanatic when it comes to music and hence could not resist myself from attending this event. Will never forget the musical and cultural experience I had in the land of temples,” he added beamingly.

Visitors were seemingly pleased with the organizers who had taken all-out efforts to ensure that any laxity on their part doesn't play the spoilsport. Facilities ranging from tent-houses to mobile ATMs, everything was available near the sea-shore. Major international brands like Kingfisher, Vladivar, VH1, Kyazoonga.com and many others had chipped in to support the event.

When contacted, one of the organizers said, “Right from the publicity stage to the actual event-management process, we kept in mind the taste and convenience of music and culture lovers. We are feeling overwhelmed by the response we got from the people of India and abroad.”

“Such events should be held more frequently as it gives a fillip to the tourism sector,” he added.

And with Chief Minister D V Sadanand Gowda seemingly in full agreement with his statement, one can only expect to revel in sand more often. Recently the CM had taken strong stand against the criticisms that the event was an open rave party stating “Such events with the fusion of music will help develop the tourism potential in the region and the state may be able to give competition to Kerala tourism.”

MLA Raghupathy Bhat had also shared the same view.

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May 13,2025

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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

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

 

Grade 12 (Science Stream):

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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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May 10,2025

Mangaluru, May 10: A new chapter in Mangaluru’s infrastructure story unfolds on May 16, as Chief Minister Siddaramaiah arrives to inaugurate two transformative projects: the newly built Deputy Commissioner’s Office at Padil and a world-class indoor stadium at Urwa.

These developments signal a strong push toward better governance and enhanced urban amenities in the coastal city.

₹75 Crore DC Office

The new DC Office, spread across a modern campus at Padil, comes with a price tag of ₹75 crore. Initially budgeted at ₹55 crore, the project received an additional ₹20 crore under the Smart City Mission, aimed at integrating technology and convenience in public administration.

“This facility reflects our vision of a centralized, people-friendly government. With 23 departments under one roof, citizens can now access services more efficiently,” said District In-charge Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao.

The phased relocation of departments will begin on the day of inauguration and be completed over the next 2 to 3 weeks.

₹35 Crore Indoor Stadium Opens Doors

Also on the agenda is the grand opening of Mangaluru’s new indoor sports complex in Urwa, built for ₹35 crore. This ultra-modern facility is equipped to host national-level indoor events and will offer quality training infrastructure for emerging sports talent in the region.

Initiated during Siddaramaiah’s previous term, both the stadium and DC Office projects are now ready for public use and are expected to create lasting impact.

“These projects are not just buildings. They are investments in governance, youth, and the future of Mangaluru,” said Rao.

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