Mangalore students excel in CET

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May 29, 2013
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Mangalore, May 28: Announcement of CET results has spread cheer in Dakshina Kannada district, as many students who have scored ranks within 25 either hail or have pursued their PUC in the colleges in the district.

Medha N Rao, who has secured the second rank in medical is very excited about her fete. Medha said that she did not expect such a high ranking and is on cloud nine, since she heard about her results.

Medha said that she was brought up in Qatar. “I joined Experts PU College, to pursue my PU education. The two years have been tough, but rewarding. Thanks to my teachers and my parents, who have extended their support,” she said.

Medha, aspires to become a doctor and said that she will select KMC, Mangalore to pursue her MBBS.

Just like any other teenager, Medha loves movies, chatting and shopping. “I love reading books,” she added. Presently, Medha is on a vacation in Bangalore and will join her parents Narayan and Shobha Rao in Qatar, after her admissions.

Sachin Krishnaraj, a student of Canara PU College has secured fourth rank in medical and 98th rank in engineering.

“I don't mind pursuing engineering or medical. I find both the subjects interesting,” said Sachin who hails from Mulleria Kasargod.

“I am interested to join IIT. In case, if i get admissions in a good medical college such as Bangalore Medical College or KMC (Mangalore), then I may give it a thought,” he said.

Sachin, son of Dr Suresh Raj who is a pediatrician and Dr Savithri Raj, a dermatologist said: “My parents, both being medical practitioners have influenced me a lot.” He is interested in playing cricket and reading.

Sahan Alva who has secured fourth rank in engineering wants to take up electronics stream and work in the field of robotics.

“I am trying for IIT and preparations are on full swing. If not IIT, I want to join NIT,” he said.

Sahan has secured 95 per cent in PCMS. Though he hails from Mangalore, his parents Suresh and Usha Alva are settled in Mysore.

Sahan loves playing tennis and football in his free-time. “I have always aspired to become an engineer, and feel blessed that my dream is falling in place,” he said.

Varun Venkatesh, a student of Expert PU College has secured sixth rank in CET (medical).

Son of Dr Venkatesh Sanjeeva and Lavanya, Varun wants to follow his father's footsteps by taking up medicine and specialise in Oncology.

“Cancer is on the rise. I wan't to take up research in cancer and find treatment for the deadly-disease," he said.

Ashish K, who secured the seventh rank and Sayeeksha Kotekar who secured the eighth rank in CET (medical) are students of Experts PU College.

Ashish who hails from Kanhangad in Kerala, wants to pursue his studies in Bangalore Medical College. “I am interested in Cardiology. My father Kesavan Putti is a pediatrician and I have always aspired to become a doctor and take up research,” he said.

Sayeeksha who hails from Mangalore, is an all-rounder. “I have given importance to extra-curricular activities along with my studies. I am a national level chess player and a swimmer. I play harmonium and have completed seniors in drawing," she revealed.

Sayeeksha, daughter of Ramanath and Asha Kotekar wants to pursue MBBS in Bangalore Medical College.

Aishwarya Malagi who has secured 18th rank in CET- medical, Priyanka P, 20th rank in CET (medical) and Abhishek Santhkumar who has scored 25th rank in CET-engineering pursued their PU in Experts PU College.

Aishwariya hails from Belgaum and aims to take up medicine in Bangalore Medical College. She has secured 95.5 per cent in PUC. She likes playing tennis and singing. Abhishek Santhkumar, wants to pursue engineering in computer science.

"I have always been fascinated in artificial intelligence. I want to research on this subject. I am trying for IIT, if not for NIT,” he said.

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March 21,2025

Bengaluru: The Karnataka Assembly on Friday passed Bills doubling the salaries of the chief minister, ministers, and legislators, adding an annual burden of ₹62 crore on the exchequer.

The CM's monthly salary will increase from ₹75,000 to ₹1.5 lakh, while ministers will see a 108% hike, from ₹60,000 to ₹1.25 lakh. MLAs and MLCs will get ₹80,000 per month, up from ₹40,000, and their pension will rise from ₹50,000 to ₹75,000.

The Karnataka Ministers Salaries and Allowances (Amendment) Bill and the Karnataka Legislature Salaries, Pensions and Allowances (Amendment) Bill were passed without debate, as the Opposition BJP protested in the well of the House.

The Bills cited the rising cost of living as justification for the hike. The Assembly Speaker and Legislative Council chairperson will now receive ₹1.25 lakh per month, up from ₹75,000.

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March 20,2025

Mangaluru International Airport (MIA), Karnataka’s second busiest airport, has seen 148.5kg of gold smuggled between 2019 and December 2024, with 90% arriving from the UAE. Customs officials recorded 346 cases, averaging 30kg of gold seized per year (2.5kg per month). Most smugglers are from Kerala and Bhatkal.

A senior customs officer revealed that MIA sees at least five gold smuggling cases per month. Numbers dropped during the pandemic but surged after flights resumed. Many offenders are first-time carriers, while some are habitual smugglers. With fewer flights, customs thoroughly checks passengers, making smuggling harder.

Smugglers constantly innovate concealment methods. Hiding gold in the rectum remains common, but gold is also found in trolley bags, mobile covers, chocolate boxes, milk powder, biscuit packets, and clothing layers. Electronic devices like car speaker magnets, LED bulbs, AirPods, wristwatches, and ballpoint pens have been used.

Unusual tactics include hiding gold in a woman’s hairband, a baby’s diaper, and even a kheer mix packet (347g). In one case, a passenger attempted to smuggle 100g in his mouth under a mask but was caught.

Officials note that while the UAE remains a key source, smugglers now bring gold from other Gulf countries, continuously adapting to evade detection.

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March 28,2025

Udupi: Deputy Commissioner K. Vidya Kumari has directed officials to expedite land acquisition for designated industrial zones in the district to facilitate new industries. She issued these instructions during a meeting at Rajatadri on Wednesday.

Lands have been identified across various taluks for industrial development. The DC emphasized that KIADB must acquire these lands and ensure essential infrastructure—electricity, roads, and drainage—to attract industries and generate employment.

A total of 77 acres of private land has been acquired and compensated, including 31.2 acres in Kerebettu village, Hebri taluk, and 45.7 acres in Shivapura village. However, approval for 36.5 acres of government land is still pending. She instructed the forest department to assess whether this land falls under an eco-sensitive zone.

For the Belapu Industrial Area, the DC urged officials to accelerate minor land acquisitions for road expansion and commence construction at the earliest. She also mandated rainwater harvesting systems for all units in the Miyaru Industrial Area to tackle water scarcity.

Currently, 22 export-based units operate in the district. The DC encouraged further promotion of exports and an increase in their number.

The meeting was attended by Joint Director of Industries Nagraj V. Naik, KIADB Development Officer Srinivasa Murthy, Small-Scale Industries Association District President Harish Kunder, Deputy Director of the District Industrial Center Seetharam Shetty, District Skill Development Officer Arun B., and others.

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