Yakshagana as 'earn while learn' hobby

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February 11, 2012

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Mangalore, February 11: There is a new trend among college students of earning pocket money by donning the roles in Yakshagana melas (troupes). A self-evolved, new variant of 'earn while you learn' hobby.

Karnataka Yakshagana Bayalata Academy president M.L. Samaga said this at the inauguration of a two-day Yakshagana competition for college students here on Friday.

Mr. Samaga said some students who knew Yakshagana had begun acting as guest artistes in some professional melas.

Later, Mr. Samaga told The Hindu that he acted as a guest artiste whenever melas invited him. He recently came across three college students who acted as guest artistes “for pocket money.”

Mr. Samaga said melas faced shortage of artistes. Hence managers of some melas had began inviting college students well versed in Yakshagana. Such students after completing their studies had the option of acting as a full-time artiste or continue as a guest artiste.

At the inaugural session, Mr. Samaga said Yakshagana revolved around mythology. “Richness of life is found in richness of mythology. Understanding mythology is very important.”Mr. Samaga, former principal of Mahatma Gandhi Memorial College, Udupi, said Yakshagana taught patience. Its mythological stories spread values of life.

Sri Dharmasthala Manjunatheswara College for Law and Centre for Postgraduate Studies and Research had organised the competition.

A student team from SDM College of Business Management, Mangalore, staged “Narakasura Moksha” as the first prasanga of the competition. The team had two women students.

Vasundhara, a final year BBM student, who played a character said she hailed from a family of Yakshagana. She had been acting since she was in class six.

She said some of her classmates from other States were also curious about Yakshagana. Some students at the college were seen capturing the “veshas” donned by students on their mobile phones.

Six more prasangas were staged on Friday. They were Guru Dakshine by Government Degree College, Punjalkatte; Vidyunmathi Kalyana by Nehru Memorial College, Sullia; Sudhanwarjuna by Bhuvanendra College, Karkala; Shashiprabha Parinaya by SDM College, Ujire; Sayujya Sangrama by Alva's College, Moodbidri; and Guru Dakshine by Gokarnanatheswara College, Mangalore.

Six more prasangas are scheduled on Saturday from 9.30 a.m. to 7.45 p.m. The college has organised the annual competition for the consecutive 20th year.


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January 8,2025

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Mangaluru, Jan 8: The serene beaches near Kulai Jetty under the limits of Surathkal police station turned into a scene of tragedy on Wednesday, January 8, as a group of four close friends saw their day of joy morph into heartbreak. 

Three young men lost their lives in the unforgiving waves, while one narrowly escaped death, saved by the heroic efforts of local fishermen.

The victims have been identified as: 

M. S. Manjunath (31), son of Shivlingappa, hailing from Upparigenahalli, Chitradurga district.

Shivakumar (30) from Shivamogga district.

Satyavelu (30) from JP Nagar, Bengaluru.

The sole survivor, Parameshwara (30), from Hangarga, Bidar district, now carries the weight of a harrowing ordeal and the devastating loss of his three closest friends.

These young men, all students of AMC Engineering College in Bengaluru, had embarked on a trip meant to create memories of joy and camaraderie. Driving overnight from Bengaluru, they reached Mangaluru on Wednesday morning. After breakfast at a local eatery, the group decided to visit the picturesque Kulai Jetty, seeking solace and adventure in the sea.

But their joyful outing took a tragic turn. While playing in the water, the four were caught in strong currents. Despite the swift intervention of local fishermen, only Parameshwara could be rescued in time. The lifeless bodies of Manjunath, Shivakumar, and Satyavelu were later found on the right side of the jetty, their dreams and futures cruelly cut short.

The Surathkal police, alerted to the incident, promptly arrived at the scene and began their investigation. The bodies were transported to AJ Hospital for post-mortem examinations, leaving their families and friends to grapple with the enormity of their loss.

A case has been registered at Surathkal Police Station. This incident serves as a stark reminder of the unpredictable and dangerous nature of the sea, urging visitors to prioritize safety above all else.

What was meant to be a day of joy has left a void that can never be filled, as three grieving families now face the unbearable pain of losing their loved ones.

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January 15,2025

The US consulate in Bengaluru will hold its ‘site-dedication ceremony’ on January 17, with officials confirming that the location of the upcoming consulate will be disclosed during the event. Sources indicate that the site could be in either the Central Business District or Whitefield.

While the consulate building is under development, visa services may temporarily begin at the JW Marriott hotel, which currently houses the United States Commercial Service (USCS) office.

Bengaluru has long advocated for the establishment of a US consulate, and with its opening, residents of the city and Karnataka will no longer need to travel to other states for their US visa applications.

It was in January of the previous year that External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, during his visit to Bengaluru, expressed his intention to urge the US Ambassador to India to establish a consulate in the city. This move follows the announcement during Prime Minister Modi’s June 2023 visit to the US, where it was revealed that two new US consulates would open in Bengaluru and Ahmedabad, and India would set up a mission in Seattle.

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January 17,2025

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Mangaluru, Jan 17: A heart-wrenching accident at Nadupadavu near Kattukodi on the outskirts of the city claimed the life of a young scooter rider this morning. 

The victim, identified as Abubakar Siddiq Razwi (22), son of Moydeen Kunji Bavu and a resident of Nadupadavu, tragically succumbed to his injuries on the spot.

The accident occurred when a scooter traveling from Deralakatte collided with an Ace Tempo heading from Mudipu to Thokkottu.

Abubakar, a final-year student at an Arabic Shariah College in Kasargod, leaves behind a community in mourning. The tempo driver also sustained injuries in the collision.

The Mangaluru South Traffic Police have registered a case and are conducting an investigation into the incident.

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