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St Aloysius (Deemed to be University), Mangaluru stands as a premier institution of higher learning, distinguished by a 146year Jesuit legacy that blends academic excellence with valuesdriven education. Now in its third year as a Deemed-to-be University, it continues to advance its mission through rigorous scholarship, integralhumanformation,researchoriented exploration and a passionate commitment to societal transformation.Aspartofaglobally renowned Jesuit network spanning more than 105 countries, the Universityprovidesafuture-focused
learning environment that nurtures ethical leaders, innovative thinkers and responsible global citizens equipped to excel in an everevolvingworld.
For nearly a century and a half, St Aloysius has stood as a beacon of learning, leadership and transformative education. Guided byvisionandfirmcommitment,the institution has evolved into one of the regionʼs most esteemed institution of higher education, shaping generations through a distinctiveintegrationofintellectual rigour,humanvaluesandsocial
responsibility. The legacy of St Aloysius extends far beyond the milestones of an institution, it reflects a living journey that has inspired countless individuals and continues to shape the future with purpose, compassion and conviction.
Since its inception, the Universityʼs progress has been shaped by the Jesuit educational tradition an approach that blends intellectual depth with character development, ethicalleadershipandadeepsense of social responsibility. Renowned JesuitinstitutionssuchasStXavierʼs, Loyola, St Josephʼs, XLRI and the Xavier Universities exemplify this transformative impact, and St Aloysius stands proudly among them. Over the decades, thousands ofAloysianshavepassedthroughits corridors, emerging as leaders, innovators, entrepreneurs, scholars and changemakers across the globe. The Universityʼs enduring motto, ‘Lucet et Ardetʼ - shine to enkindle continues to inspire students to illuminate the world with compassion, hope and purposefulaction.
Recognitions & Rankings of St Aloysius (Deemed to be University),Mangaluru
• Over the years, the University hasconsistentlyearnedstrong national recognition for its academic excellence. It has secured top grades in all four cycles of NAAC accreditation, achieving the prestigious A++ GradewithaCGPAof3.67/4in the latest cycle placing it among Indiaʼs leading higher educationinstitutions.
• TheInstitutionhasalsobeena regular performer in the NIRF rankings, securing the 73rd position in India in 2025 after several consecutive years withinthetop100.
• Additional honours include recognition as a College with Potential for Excellence, selection under the DBT STAR CollegeScheme(2012)withan upgradetoStarStatusin2016.
• DDUKaushalKendrastatusfor vocational education, and multiple UGC-funded research projects, underscoring its commitment to research and innovation.
• The University has also strengthened its global visibilitythroughinitiativeslike its e-learning portal sacelearning.com launched during the COVID-19 pandemic, which engaged over 4,000 participants from 300+ institutions worldwide, significantly enhancing the Universityʼsglobalvisibilityand reputation and continues to supportflexiblelearningtoday.
• Accredited with A++ (CGPA 3.67/4) by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) in Cycle 4, 2024
• 73rd rank in the college category in the National Institutional Ranking Framework(NIRF)2025.
• The prestigious DBT–BUILDER Scheme for Interdisciplinary Research in Biosciences in 2021.
• Best Degree College of the Year 2021 – Karnataka by the Biginu Research Intelligence Private Limited under the Category of Social Contribution Leading Infrastructure and Placements
during National Educational Excellence Awards and Conference2021.
• Centre for Research Capacity Building under UGC–STRIDE (Component–I)2020.
• DDUKaushalKendraAwardfor offering Vocational programs bytheUGC2019.
• UNNAT BHARATH ABHIYAN Scheme – 2018 by RUSA(Rashtriya Uchchatar Shiksha Abhiyan).
• Swacch Campus – Third place amongcollegesinthecountry.
• Biotechnology Finishing School (BTFS) and Biotechnology Skill Enhancement Program (BiSEP) by Karnataka State Governmentin2017.
• The Star College status conferred by the DBT, GovernmentofIndiain2016.
• Mentor College under PARAMARSHSCHEMEofUGC.
• Best25ScienceCollegesinthe Country by The Week , a prestigious weekly journal, in its survey for the last three consecutiveyears
• College with Potential for Excellence by the University
Grants Commission (UGC) since2009
• Recognized in 2025 as an approved institution by the Data Science Council of America (DASCA) under the World Data Science & AI Initiative.
• Nationally ranked in India Today 2025, securing top positions across multiple programmes in Mangaluru andKarnataka.
• ConferredtheChanakyaAward 2025forLeadershipExcellence in Education by the Public Relations Council of India (PRCI).
• Securing 43rd place nationally and strong South Zone positionsinboththe2025and 2026Outlook–ICARERankings, alongwithan18thrankamong private university constituent businessschools.
• Awarded the Solar Trailblazers Award 2025 for exceptional contribution to the promotion and utilisation of solar energy intheBelow1MWcategory.
Today, St Aloysius University hosts more than 8,600 students across diverse disciplines and is a distinguishedmemberoftheXavier Board, Jesuit Higher Education AssociationofSouthAsia(JHEASA), All India Association for Christian Higher Education (AIACHE),
• Nationally recognised in THE WEEK–HANSA 2025 Rankings, withleadingAll-Indiapositions acrossmultipledisciplines.
International Association of Jesuit Universities (IAJU), International Association of Jesuit Business Schools (IAJBS), Xavier Association of Management Institutes (XAMI), andtheInternationalAssociationof
Jesuit Engineering and Science Schools (IAJES). Managed by the
Mangalore Jesuit Educational Society (MJES), the University is a
leading Jesuit institution in the region, consistently recognized among Indiaʼs top management universitiesforitsexcellencein
higher education at the state, national, and international levels,
(National Assessment and Accreditation Council), NIRF (National Institutional Ranking
Council of India), reflecting its commitment to academic distinction, innovation, and holistic development.
St Aloysius has evolved into a vibrant multidisciplinary University offering a wide spectrum of Undergraduate, Honours, Honours with Research, Postgraduate and Doctoral programmes. The
University offers more than 150 certificateanddiplomacoursesthat enrichtheacademicexperienceand enhance the professional readiness of students. With a curriculum alignedtotheNewEducationPolicy (NEP 2020), the University emphasizes skill development, research exposure, project-based learning, internships and apprenticeships, ensuring that
graduates are equipped for the challengesofthemodernworld.
Blessed with State-of-the-Art Infrastructure spread across more than70acres,theUniversitycampus hosts advanced laboratories, digital connectivity, well-equipped libraries,researchcentresthatfoster an engaging academic environment. Innovation and entrepreneurship are strongly encouraged through specialized incubation centres and an entrepreneurship cell that support student-led start-ups, research projectsandcreativeventures.
The University provides separate hostel facilities for boys and girls, cateringtobothundergraduateand postgraduate students. These hostels are secure, well-supervised andthoughtfullydesignedtooffera comfortable and supportive environment. The campus also features a well-maintained sports groundthatencouragesstudentsto actively participate in a range of outdoor sports and physical activities. This dedicated space supports regular practice, intercollegiate competitions while
helping students build teamwork, discipline and resilience. It also promotes a healthy balance between academics and physical well-being. The University is well equipped with auditoriums, spacious cafeterias and landscaped green areas. To enhance convenience and campus life a fullservice campus bank ensures that essentialbankingservicesareeasily accessible to students and staff within the University premises. A wide range of student amenities including counselling services, cooperative stores, various studentsʼ associations and ecofriendly facilities ensures a safe, supportive and inclusive campus experience.
The world-renowned St Aloysius Chapel, celebrated for its 19thcentury paintings by Br Antonio Moscheni, remains a cultural and spiritual landmark comparable to European masterpieces. The University Museum complements this heritage by preserving rare artefacts, archival documents, scientific instruments, photographs and cultural exhibits together reflecting the institutionʼs deep
legacy and commitment to cultural preservation.
TheAIMITcampusatBeeri,Kotekar, is a modern centre for Management, Computer Science, Data Analytics, AI, Financial Technology. With high-tech labs, digital classrooms, seminar halls, hostels, sports facilities and an active placement cell, AIMIT prepares students for global industry demands while upholding the Jesuit tradition of excellence. This campus also provides safe and fully supervised hostel facilities for bothboysandgirls.
A defining moment in the institutionʼs growth is the introductionofLawandEngineering programmes beginning in the Academic Year 2025–26. In preparation, the University has invested in the expansion of engineeringandtechnology-related facilities and upgraded academic environments equipped with technologies that will support learninginemergingdomains.
The new Administrative Building, soon to be occupied, represents a major milestone in the institutionʼs forward-looking vision. Once operational,itwillserveasthenerve centre for streamlined governance, enhanced student services and technology-enabled administrative processes. Its modern architectural designandthoughtfullayoutreflect the Universityʼs commitment to creating a professional, welcoming, andstudent-centricenvironment.
Theadministrativeleadershipofthe University continues to play a vital role in this transformation. Guided by a progressive vision and compassionate governance, the management has prioritized academic excellence, faculty development, technological integration and student well-being. The recent initiatives in digital learning, global collaborations and outcome-based education are clear indicators of the collegeʼs commitment to keeping pace with globaleducationalstandards.Under the stewardship of experienced administrators, St Aloysius remains a place where purpose meets passion,andwhereeverydecisionis
guided by the desire to empower thenextgeneration.
Social responsibility is woven into the Universityʼs academic ethos. Through SAHAAYA, every undergraduate student completes 20 hours of structured community serviceannually,fosteringempathy, civic awareness and social commitment. Postgraduate students participate in the Village Exposure Programme, engaging with rural communities to understand local realities and contribute to development initiatives. These activities are coordinatedbytheCentreforSocial Concern, which anchors the Universityʼs mission of forming socially conscious citizens. The Universityʼs award-winning community radio, Radio Sarang 107.8 FM, extends this outreach by broadcasting programmes that promotelocalculture,publichealth, language preservation and social awarenessacrossthecoastalregion, while also offering students handson media experience. It also serves the public by delivering culturally
rich and socially relevant content that strengthens community engagement.
The University houses vibrant centres such as the Konkani Institute, Ranga Adhyayana Kendra and Aloysius Prakashana to preserve regional heritage and promote artistic expression. These Centresnurturelanguage,literature, theatre, performing arts and scholarlypublications,enrichingthe culturallifeofthecampus.
StudentlifeatStAloysiusisdefined by diversity, vibrancy and a deep senseofbelonging.Withmorethan 8,000 students pursuing programmes across multiple disciplines, the University offers an engaging atmosphere where every student can discover, explore and grow.Thecampusisalivelyblendof academic excellence, creative expression, leadership opportunitiesandmeaningfulsocial engagement. Studentsareencouragedtodevelop their talents beyond the classroom through a wide spectrum of clubs,
associations and student-led initiatives.Whetheritissports,arts, music, theatre, debate, innovation or community service, every individual finds a platform to showcase their abilities and pursue their passions. St Aloysius is among the very few institutions in the region to host all three wings of the National Cadet Corps (NCC) Army, Navy and Air Wing offering students unmatched opportunities for discipline, leadership training and national service. An active NSS unit further strengthens the institutionʼs commitmenttosocialresponsibility by engaging students in outreach activities, rural development programmes and community welfareinitiatives.
The Universityʼs cultural and sports achievements stand as a testament to the holistic education it fosters. From winning tournaments and championships to excelling in intercollegiate cultural fests, Aloysiansconsistentlybringprideto the institution. This dynamic environment ensures that students graduate not only with strong academicfoundationsbutalsowith confidence,characterandawell-
roundedoutlookonlife.
Despitebeingaminorityinstitution, St Aloysius (Deemed to be University) embraces diversity with pride. Students from all communities, cultures, and socioeconomic backgrounds find a welcoming environment that promotes inclusion and equal opportunity. The Universityʼs commitment to social equity is reflected not only in its admission policies but also in its curriculum, outreach programmes, and student support systems. The institution ensures that students who excel academically as well as those from economically disadvantaged backgrounds receive financial support through various scholarships such as Vidwath Spoorthi for meritorious students, Vidya Spoorthi for economically weaker sections, Kreeda Spoorthi forsupportingsportsachievers,and SAFAL, an endowment scholarship offered to deserving students. Collectively, these scholarships amount to financial assistance of more than ₹1 crore, reaffirming the Universityʼs commitment to fostering excellence, equity, and
holistic development for every student.
St Aloysius (Deemed to be University) offers a strong placement ecosystem driven by an active Training and Placement Cell that builds industry partnerships and prepares students for diverse career opportunities. Each year, top multinational and Indian companies including Accenture, Amazon, Infosys, Deloitte, EY, KPMG, IBM, Capgemini, Toyota, Hyundai, HSBC, Pfizer, Wipro, Tech Mahindra,andmanyothers recruit students across IT, finance, consulting, manufacturing, healthcare, biotech, media, and more. Students receive comprehensivetraininginsoftskills, resume building, interviews, group discussions, and domain-specific competencies,alongwithinternship opportunitiesthatoftenleadtojob offers. With its focus on academic excellence, professionalism, and holisticdevelopment,theUniversity produces confident, industry-ready graduateswhoarehighlyvaluedby employers.
The primary objective of international collaboration at St AloysiusDeemedtobeUniversityis to promote academic excellence through meaningful partnerships with reputed institutions and organizations across the world. The OfficeofDomesticandInternational Relationsserveasavibrantplatform for nurturing global engagement, academiccollaboration,andcultural exchange.RootedintheUniversityʼs mission of“empoweringexcellence througheducationandservice,”the Office acts as a bridge connecting our institution with leading universities, research centres, industries, and organizations both within India and across the world. Through strategic partnerships and collaborative initiatives, the Office promotes academic mobility, joint research, internships, and exchange programmes for students and faculty.Italsofacilitatesnetworking with government agencies, funding bodies, and educational foundations to expand opportunities for global learning andprofessionaldevelopment.
The University has signed several Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs) with prestigious international universities, creating a robust platform for academic exchange, collaborative research, and faculty-student mobility. Partner institutions include universities from the United States, Brazil, Argentina, Mexico, Japan, France, Spain, Philippines, Thailand, Malaysia and Indonesia among others. St Aloysius University has signed more than 40 MOUs with different International Universities andisengagedinvariousacademic andresearchprogrammes.
The Universityʼs enduring legacy is powerfully reflected in its distinguished alumni, brought together through the vibrant and ever-growing St Aloysius College Alumni Association (SACAA). With chapters across India and around the world, SACAA serves as a dynamic platform that connects thousands of former students, fosteringcollaboration,mentorship, professional networking and a shared commitment to the Jesuit valuesinstilledoncampus.
Aloysian alumni hold influential positions in diverse fields politics, science, business, banking, education, literature, media, law, sports, technology and social service. Many have made remarkable global contributions, shaping industries, public institutions and communities with integrity,innovationandleadership.
Sri K. S. Hegde, Former Speaker of the Lok Sabha; Dr T. M. A. Pai, Founder of the Manipal Group, Sri GeorgeFernandes,eminentpolitical leader; Sri Justice Santhosh Hegde, Former Lokayukta; Sri K. V. Kamath, BRICS Bank Chairman; Dr K. V. Rao, International Physicist; Sri K. K. Venugopal, the present Attorney General; Sri Aravind Adiga, Man Booker Prize winner; Sri Anant Agarwal, CEO of edX; Dr K. Ullas Karanth, leading Conservation Zoologist; K. L. Rahul, Cricketer; are a few personalities among many others who have made a mark in public life exemplify the calibre of Aloysianswhohaveleftanindelible mark on society. Alongside these luminaries, thousands of graduates occupy key roles as entrepreneurs, CEOs, scientists, academicians and artists across continents. Its
sustainedengagementensuresthat the strong bond between alumni and their alma mater continues to grow,inspiringcurrentstudentsand reinforcing the global Aloysian identity.
Admissions 2026–27
As Admissions for 2026–27 open, theUniversitywelcomesstudentsto become part of an extraordinary 146-year legacy. Those who join St Aloysiusstepintoatraditionshaped by visionary leaders, dedicated educators and generations of students who believed in the transformative power of education. With strong industry linkages, global learning opportunities, personalised mentorship and a vibrant campus culture, the University continues to nurture leadership, creativity and holistic development.
Undergraduate(UG) Programmes:
The University offers a wide spectrum of undergraduate programmes tailored to diverse academic interests and emerging career pathways. These include BTech, LLB, BCom, BBA, BCA, BA, BSc, B. Voc, BSc Data Science, and BSc Animation & Visual
Communication,providingstudents with strong foundational knowledge and practical exposure. A dedicated B.Ed. programme is also offered for those aspiring to buildacareerineducation.
Postgraduate(PG)Programmes:
Advanced and industry-focused postgraduateoptionssuchasMBA, MSW, MCA, MA, MSc, and MCom enable students to deepen their expertise, strengthen their professional competencies and prepare for leadership roles in their respectivefields.
Honours & Honours with ResearchProgrammes:
The University offers Honours and Honours with Research programmes designed for academically driven students, especially those aspiring for higher studies abroad or pursuing research-oriented careers. These programmes provide strong academic grounding, research skills andglobalexposure.
Doctoral (PhD)Programmes:
The University offers extensive doctoral research opportunities across Science, Commerce, Management, Humanities, Social
Sciences, and emerging interdisciplinarydomains.Currently, 159 research scholars are pursuing theirresearchundertheguidanceof 63recognisedresearchsupervisors.
In addition, students can enhance their employability through 150+ certificate, vocational and skillbased programmes, designed to develop industry-ready competenciesandpracticalskills.
We proudly welcome highperforming students to join our diverse and dynamic academic community. Merit-based opportunities are extended to students:
• With95%andaboveintheirII PU/12th Board Examinations and have chosen B. Com or BBAprogrammes.
• with 90% and above in their II PU/12th Board Examinations and have chosen B.Sc. or BCA programmes.
• With85%andaboveintheirII PU/12th Board Examinations and have chosen BA or B. Voc programmes.
As St Aloysius (Deemed to be University) moves confidently throughits extraordinary 146-year legacy, it continues to uphold the Jesuit tradition of forming men and women for others who excel not onlyinknowledge,butincharacter, leadership and service. The Universitystandsattheforefrontof modern higher education with a forward-looking academic framework, cutting-edge infrastructure, strong industry collaborations and comprehensive student support systems that prepare learners for a rapidly evolvingworld.Rootedinaheritage that has shaped generations of thinkers, visionaries and changemakers, St Aloysius invites aspiring students to join a legacy that elevates intellectual curiosity, nurtures human excellence and inspires a lifelong commitment to serving society with purpose and compassion.
By winning the New York Mayoral election against a former State Governor endorsed by President Trump&generouslyfinancedbyits wealthiest capitalists, Zohran Mamdani has joined the ranks of theworldʼs“VelvetRevolutionaries”.
Prominent among them are Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi, Martin Luther King, Corazon Aquino, Lech Walesa, Vaclav Havel &DesmondTutu. Theyall had their own names for their revolutionary strategies. Gandhi named it
‘Satyagrahaʼ (Truth Force), King as ‘Soul Forceʼ, Aquino as ‘Erdaʼ (Peopleʼs Power) Walesa as ‘Solidarność. ʼ(Solidarity), Havel as "Moc bezmocných" (‘Power of the Powerlessʼ & Tutu as ‘Ubuntuʼ (compassionatehumanity).
RogerMarkwickʼsbookaboutthem is titled it ‘From Violence to Velvet: A Century of Revolutions 1917 –2017ʼ Mamdaniʼs revolutionary sloganwas‘Affordabilityʼ
In his victory speech, he aptly
quoted Jawaharlal Nehru: “A moment comes, but rarely in history, when we step out from the old to the new, when an age ends, and when the soul of a nation, long suppressed, finds utterance.” His victory speech is so well crafted, it qualifiestobeinthesameleagueas Nehruʼs ‘Tryst with Destinyʼ & Martin Luther Kingʼs ‘I have a Dreamʼspeeches. Mamdaniʼsbackground&playbook are remarkably like Mahatma Gandhʼsi.Hispaternalancestorsare from Gujarat; he spent two years of his youth in South Africa & has successfully confronted injustice, racism & authoritarian. A brief sketchofhisamazinglifeisasunder : :Born in Kampala in October 1991, he moved to Cape Town in 1996 as his father was appointed Dean ofAfrican studiesatits University . ]These were earlypostapartheidyears in South Africa & taught him “ what inequality & injusticeactuallylooklikeup-close”. Two years later his family & he moved to the United States, where he studied at Bank Street School in Manhattan, graduated from Bronx HighSchool &thensecureda post graduate degree in African History
from Bowdoin College inBrunswick, Maine. Here he cofounded its ‘Students for Justice in Palestineʼ chapter & co-authored anop-edin Bangor Daily News , urging Bowdoin College to join the American Studies Association's boycottofIsrael.
In 2019 he campaigned for Palestinian Lutheran minister Khader El-Yateem,in New York City Councilʼs 2019 election & began activelysupportedtheproPalestine BDScampaign.
Elected to the New York State Assemblyin2020,bydefeatingfiveterm incumbent Aravella Simotas, hewasre-electedin2022&2024.
In October 2024 he announced his candidacy for Democratic Partyʼs nomination for New York cityʼs Mayoral election. Most political analysts rated his chances of securingitas“lessthan1%”.Henot only secured it but also won the November5,2025,Mayoralelection withthelargestnumberofvotesfor over a century This has made him the first Indian origin, Africa born, Pro-Palestine,MuslinMayorelectof the most international, capitalist, pro-Israelcityintheworld! Mamdaniʼselectionisrevolutionary
because he has dethroned the Cuomo political dynasty, which was deeply entrenched in New York State politics had dominated it for over five decades. It is also so, because it is the first vital US election won without AIPAC funds. Its first notable impact was on Massachusetts Democratic Rep.
Seth Moulton, who is campaigning for a Senate seat in the 2026 primary. He has declared he would hereafter “not accept any funds from AIPAC & would return all campaign donations received hitherto from individuals affiliated withit”.
The main components of Gandhiʼs Truth Force strategy, in his own words,aregivenhereunder: “Hewhofears,fails”
“Peace will come where Truth is pursued&TruthimpliesJustice:
"Recallthefaceofthepoorestman or woman you have seen, and ask yourself, if the step you contemplatewillbenefithimorher”. “I would not have that Swaraj in which women have not made their fullcontribution”
“IndependentIndiaasconceivedby me will have all Indians of different religionslivinginperfectharmony”.
“A nonviolent revolution is not about a ‘seizure of powerʼ but a determined effort to bring about a transformationofrelationships”.
“My sympathies are all with the Jews. But this does not blind me to the requirements of Justice. It is wrong to impose the Jews on the Arabs.
Mamdaniʼs victory speech & the steps he has taken before & after are it, indicate his adoption the Gandhiplaybook.
“I am still young, despite my best effortstogrowolder.IamMuslim.I amademocraticsocialist.Andmost damningofall,Irefusetoapologize foranyofthis.
The future is in our hands. My friends, we have toppled a political dynasty.
If anyone can show a nation betrayed by Donald Trump & how todefeathim,itisthecitythatgave risetohim.Ifthereisawaytoterrify a despot, it is by dismantling the means that enabled him to accumulatepower.
So, Donald Trump, since I know youʼre watching, I have four words foryou:Turnthevolumeup.
Sohearme,PresidentTrump,toget to any of us, you will have to get throughallofus.
2.PursuingTruth& Justice:
“As we turn the page on a politics that abandons the many and answers only to the few, you have delivered a mandate for a new kind ofpolitics.”
Too many working people cannot recognize themselves in our party, and too many have turned to the right because they've been left behind.
Inthismomentofpoliticaldarkness, New York will be the light. Here, we will stand up for those we love, the immigrant, a trans community member & the many Black women that Donald Trump has fired from a federal job, a single mom waiting for grocery costs to go down. Your strugglewillbeourstruggletoo.
For years, those in City Hall have only helped those who can help them. But on 1 January, we will usher in a city government that helpseveryone.
“For as long as we can remember, the working people of New Yorkhave been told by the wealthy and the well-connected that power doesnotbelongintheirhands.
Together, we will usher in a generation of change. If we all embrace this brave new course, rather than flee from it & confront oligarchy & authoritarianism with the strength it fears, not the appeasement it craves, we will succeed.
3. Concern for the Poor & Oppressed:
Tonight, we have stepped out from theoldintothenew.Soletusspeak now,withclarity&convictionabout what this new age will deliver & for whom.
Central to that vision will be the most ambitious agenda to tackle the cost-of-living crisis that will freeze rents for more than 2 million tenants, make buses free, and deliver universal childcare across ourcity.
We will work tirelessly to make lights shine again in the hallways of NYCHA developments where they havelongflickered.
Safety and justice will go hand in handasweworkwithpoliceofficers to reduce crime and create a department of community safety that tackles the mental health & homelessnesscrises.
Thiscampaignisaboutpeoplelike
Wesley, a New Yorker who commutestwohourseachwayfrom Pennsylvania because rent is too expensiveinthiscity.Anditʼsabout people like Richard, the taxi driver I wentona15-dayhungerstrikewith outside of City Hall, who still must drivehiscabsevendaysaweek.
I speak also of Yemeni bodega owners and Mexican abuelas. Senegalese taxi drivers and Uzbek nurses. Trinidadian line cooks and Ethiopianaunties.
Fingers bruised from lifting boxes on the warehouse floor, palms calloused from delivery bike handlebars, knuckles scarred with kitchen burns: these are not hands that have been allowed to hold power. And yet, over the last 12 months,youhavedaredtoreachfor somethinggreater.
For years, those in City Hall have only helped those who can help them. But on 1 January, we will usher in a city government that helpseveryone.
We will stand alongside unions & expand labour protections because when working people have ironclad rights, those who seek to exploit themaregreatlydiminished.
New York will remain a city of
immigrants: a city built by immigrants,poweredbyimmigrants and, as of tonight, led by an immigrant. Together,NewYork,weʼregoingto freeze the rent together, make buses fast and free & deliver universalchildcare”.
Mamdani received over a million votes, becoming the first candidate to do so since Mayor John Lindsayin1969. He won 61% of Black,57% of Hispanic % 33% of Jewishvote.
US political analyst Ben Davis, has writtenaboutthisintheGuardianas follows:
“In both the primary & general, Mamdani reshaped the electorate, bringing hundreds of thousands of non-voterstothepolls,from young people to left-behind immigrant communities. For the first time, these voters reflected New York cityʼs demographics, were a coalitionthat spanned classes & races, dominated by low-income renters&publictransitusers.
But its most important component was the 100,000 active volunteers who knocked on doors, talked to neighbours & co-workers & transformed politics into a living,
breathing act of community responsibility¬justshowingup to tick a box every few years. This hashappenedhereforthefirsttime inmanydecades”.
4.Inter Religious Harmony
“We will stand steadfast alongside Jewish New Yorkers in their fight against the scourge of antiSemitism & with the more than 1 million Muslims in this cityʼs five boroughs. No more will Islamophobia be trafficked in this citytowinanelection. Tonight, we have spoken in a clear voice. Hope is alive. More than a million of us stood in our churches, in gymnasiums & community centres, as we filled in the ledger of democracy.
Andwhilewecastourballotsalone, we chose to hope together. Hope over tyranny. Hope over big money andsmallideas.Hopeoverdespair.
5. Mobilization of women & youth
“I can see the dawn of a better day for humanity and that is because of you. So before I say anything else, I mustsaythis:thankyou. Thankyoutothenextgenerationof New Yorkers who refuse to accept thatthepromiseofabetterfuture
wasarelicofthepast. Thisvictoryisforallofthem,andthe more than 100,000 volunteers who built this campaign into an unstoppable force. With every door knocked, every signature earned, andeveryconversation,youeroded the cynicism that has come to defineourpolitics. Together, we will usher in a generation of change. If we all embrace this brave new course, rather than flee from it & confront oligarchy & authoritarianism with the strength it fears, not the appeasement it craves, we will succeed.
A CBS News poll indicated he received 66% of first-time voters. & 84%ofvotesfromwomenaged18–29&65%ofwomenaged30–45.
Mamdaniʼs all-female transition team is led by Elana Leopold as executivedirector.Itsco-chairswere Maria Torres-Springer, former first deputymayor&; Lina Khan,Federal Trade Commission Chair in the Bidenadministration.
Hehas named Dean Fuleihan as his first deputy mayor and Elle Bisgaard-Churchashischiefofstaff. Thelatterwashischiefofstaffinthe stateAssembly.
On the important Housing Commission, he has appointed ‘Open New Yorkʼ President Annemarie Gray, New York State Tenant Bloc leader Cea Weaver & New York Real Estate Board PresidentJedWalentas,UnitedWay president & CEO, Grace Bonilla; & former deputy mayor for health & humanservicesMelanieHartzog.
6. Transformation of relationships
Mamdaniʼs intrepid effort to bring about a change in relationships is showninhisseekingameetingwith President Trump, despite all previous meetings between him & his opponents being disastrous for the letter, as happened to Ukraine PresidentZelensky.
Mamdaniʼs meeting with President Trumphadastunningoutcome.On itsconclusionthelatter,attheirjoint press conference, stated “Our meeting today actually surprised me. He wants to see housing being built. He wants to see rents coming down. These are things that I agree with”. Justfourweeksearlierhehad threatened to withhold federal fundingfromNewYorkCity&send in the National Guard & arrest
Mamdaniifhewaselected.
A BBC report about this meeting was titled ‘Unexpectedly friendlynot at all what was predictedʼ & stated: “After months of warning thatNewYorkCitywouldbecomea "Complete & Total Economic & Social Disaster" under a Mamdani administration, Trump said today that he'd be comfortable living in the city with Mamdani as mayor”. He also said he “feels confident in Mamdani'sabilitytoleadthecitywe bothlove”.
New York Cityʼs budget for fiscal year 2026 includes approx. $7.4bn in federal funding, accounting for 6.4% of total spending, At considerable risk during his campaign,itisprobablysecureafter his November 21, meeting with PresidentTrump.
Mamdaniʼs fundraising has also broken records. It raised more than $20m from small donors, whose average contribution was $80. His pre-inauguration fund raising has alsobeenequallyimpressive.
7.ThePalestineIsrael issue: Mamdaniʼslongstandingsympathy & support for the Palestinians commenced with his co-founding the‘StudentsforJusticeinPalestineʼ
chapter of Bowdoin College. He subsequently co-authored anopedin Bangor Daily News , urging Bowdoin College to join the American Studies Association's boycott of Israel.In 2019 he campaigned for Palestinian Lutheranminister Khader ElYateem,in New York City Councilʼs 2019election&thenbeganactively supporting the pro Palestine BDS campaign.
For his support to Palestine, thereafter, hereunder are extracts from an article titled ‘Zohran Mamdani Won't Be Silent on Palestine Even If His Party Is” published in July 2025 by the InstituteofPalestineStudies:
“Foryears,Palestinehasremaineda politically sensitive topic in U.S. discourse. The American political landscapehascultivatedacultureof caution & silence about Palestine. This has intensified with the ongoing genocide in Gaza. The Biden administration was openly complicit in the bombing of Palestinian civilians. The Trump administration has shown profound disregard for their mass starvation. Amongelectedofficials,unwillingto challenge their pro-Israel, Zionist
donors, this is a near-taboo topic. Against this backdrop, a Zohran Mamdani administration in New YorkCitycouldbeaseismicshift.He has been unflinching in his support forPalestinianrights.
An immigrant from Uganda he is oneoffewelectedofficialsintheUS toopenly supportthe BDS campaign&thePalestinianstruggle for self-determination He has never shied away from condemning the genocideinGaza&theapartheidin the occupied West Bank. He has even averred that he would arrest Benjamin Netanyahu if he ever cametoNewYorkCitywhileheisits mayor. His outspoken views on Palestine are in stark contrast to those NYCʼs present mayor Eric Adams, who has ordered arrest of hundreds of protesters including university students and faculty for participating in anti-genocide demonstrationsinrecentmonths. Mamdaniʼsmayoraltermcouldbea turning point not only for NYC politics, but also for the national discourseonPalestine &itsright to self- determination. It could challenge the long dominant proIsraeli orthodoxy in U.S. political discourse & be a catalyst for
change.
Increasing number of Muslims are now considering political careers & adopting Mamdaniʼs grassroots level campaigning & fund raising. Prominentamongthemis Mamdaniʼsintrepidgrassrootslevel campaigning & fund raising has encouraged other Muslim Americanstodolikewise&succeed.
Notableamongthemis:
GhazalaHashmi,aMuslimacademic administrator of Indian origin, who waselectedLieutenant-Governorof Virginia. Born in the Indian city of Hyderabad, she had moved to the US as an infant in 1969, graduated fromGeorgiaSouthernUniversity& secured a Ph.D. from Emory University.
IntheMinneapolisMayoralelection
Somali American Omar
Fatehsecured the second place but since his opponent Jacob Frey did not win an outright majority a secondround.Electionwillbeheld.
Just NYC Mayor-Elect Mamdani, Fateh is a democratic socialist and campaigned with policies of higher taxesontherich&moreaffordable housing. Fellow Somali American politician,Congresswoman Ilhan Omarhadcanvassed forhim.
In Dearborn, Michigan, Abdullah Hammoud, born in Egypt of Lebanese parents, won its mayoral election an overwhelming with 73 percent of the vote. He is Dearbornʼssecondyoungestmayor & its first Muslim & Arab American one.
In another Michigan city, Arab American Ms Mo Baydoun won the City of Dearborn Heights mayoral election,with68percentofthevote. Elsewhere, the Boston suburb of Sommerville adopted a resolution, with 55 % vote majority, urging city officials to divest from companies that "engage in business that sustainsIsraelʼsapartheid,genocide & illegal occupation of Palestine". This initiative was taken by the Sommerville for Palestineʼ, advocacy group. Whether the suburb's mayor-elect will enact this proposalisunknown.
Sommerville became a proPalestinian stronghold after Turkish Tufts University student Rumeysa Ozturkwas detained by US Department of Homeland Security officersinMarch2025overherproPalestinianviews.
WillDuranthadlaudedGandhithus: “China followed Sun Yat Sen, took
up the sword and fell into the arms of Japan. India, weapon less, accepted as her leader one of the strangest figures in history, and gave to the world the unprecedented phenomenon of a revolutionledbyasaint,andwaged withouta gun“. I will conclude by paraphrasing this quote:
Andrew Cuomo followedMario Cuomo&fellintothearmsof oblivion.NewYorkCityelectedas itsleaderoneof thestrangest figuresinUShistory&gavetothe worldtheunprecedented phenomenonof arevolutionledby anIndianoriginMuslim&waged withoutapennyofAIPACfunds!
If you are thinking that the term AchchedinwascoinedbyNarendra Modi in 2014 before his election campaignyouarewrong.Nodoubt that the slogan Achche Din was popularized by him and it helped Modiji to come to power and remain in power as the Prime Minister for 11 years till now. Achchedinis a utopia sold to the people of India. It promises good and prosperous days in the future when your stomach will be full and yourmindatpeace.Thatisgoingto happeninthefuture.Buttheauthor of that dream or Utopia does not have any specific target date. So, 2047 is given as the tentative date.
Ifthetargetdatecannotbereached theonlywayistoextendthetarget date. If the promised AchcheDin cannot beachievedby2047 i.e.the 100th IndependenceDay,thenitcan be extended (postponed) to the 100th Republic Day in 2050. This way this elixir can keep you alive. Another way of saying it is because Hindu Rashtra did not happen the promised utopia has not been realized.
The idea behind the slogan Pilgrims of Hope talked about so muchin2025hasthesamepurpose. Itwillchangein2026,andwedonot know what another slogan will replace it like Achche Din, Atma
Nirbahr, Swatch Bharat, etc. St. Paul said it. The preachers said it for centuries.Abrahambelievedthathe willbecomeafatherevenattheage of90.Hopekeepsyoualive.
Takeforexamplethefirstreadingof thefirstSundayofAdvent.
“TheSpirit ofthe Lordwillgive him wisdomandtheknowledgeandskill to rule his people. He will know the Lordʼs will and have reverence for him and find pleasure in obeying him. He will not judge by appearanceorhearsay;hewilljudge thepoorfairlyanddefendtherights ofthehelpless.Athiscommandthe people will be punished, and evil people will die. He will rule his peoplewithjusticeandintegrity.…. Wolves and sheep will live together in peace and leopards will lie down with young goats. Calves and lion cubs will feed together, and little childrenwilltakecareofthem.Cows and bears will eat together, and theircalvesandcubswillliedownin peace. Lions will eat straw as cattle do. Even a baby will not be harmed if it plays near a poisonous snake. OnZion,Godʼssacredhill,therewill benothingharmfulorevil.Theland will be as full of knowledge of the Lordastheseasarefullofwater.”
This message of Achche Din was givenbyIsaiah800yearsbeforethe birthof Christi.e. before 2800 years ago. This excerpt is from chapter 11:1-10. According to the introduction to the book oof Isaiah in the Good News Bible (1979), Chapters 1-39 come from a time whenJudah,the SouthernKingdom was threatened by a powerful neighbour,Assyria. Isaiah saw that the real threat to the Kingdom of Judah was not simply the might of Assyria,butthenationsownsinand disobediencetoGod.The prophet calls the people for a life of righteousness and justice and warned that the failure to listen to God would bring doom and destruction . Isaiah also foretold a timeofworldpeaceandthecoming ofadescendentofDavidwhowould be the ideal King. (1979) In other words, this message contains a spiritual warning that own sin and disobedience make God to abandon to an enemy, Assyria, which will bring doom and destruction. But there is hope of worldwide peace. But when? Isaiah is silent. All preachers are silent as far as the date is concerned. They forget Judah and Assyria and only
talk about own sin and disobediencetoGodanddoomand destruction which requires a good confession. If the date is known or announced the mystery does not remainamystery. Every year we listen to this passage and the homily that follows attentively. Sometimes to make it interest the preacher adds nice masalastoriesfromtheUSA(asifno storiesareavailableinIndia).Thatis because the stories and the sermons are readily available in the internet. The inspiration from the Holy Spirit which is mentioned in the opening sentence of the passage cited above (the Spirit of the Lord will give him wisdom, the knowledge and skill to rule his people) is sidelined. If you do not sing praises, then these stones will shout said, Jesus. When the time comes the Holy spirit will put the right words in your mouth said, St Paul. But none of this is considered true. What is true is the stories and anecdotes of America. Have we seen the calves and lion cubs feeding together even after 2800 years? Have we seen wolves andsheeplivingtogether?Have we seen leopards lying down with
goats or cows and bears eating together on the dining table even after 2800 years? How can they forget their natural instincts? God hasputtheinstinctinthemandthey behaveaccordingly.Ifthedogwere to behave like the cat, nobody would keep a dog to guard the house.Orifthecowweretobehave like the bull, then nobody would keep a cow. What they do is as per their instinct or interest. USA and Russia do everything in their national interest. China and India and Pakistan do everything in their national interest. For this reason, they deploy their Ambassadors and High Commissioners in each country. They use the cloak and dagger policy or the RAW agency. The League of Nations and its successor the UNO has not succeeded in preventing wars like thatinIsraelorinUkraine.It cannot guaranteeworldpeace.
There was Pax Romana- roman peaceforaperiodofapproximately 200 years from roughly 27 BCE to 180 CE. It started with the rule of Emperor Augustus (when Jesus was born) and peace facilitated tremendous progress in trade, economy, art and science. But then
with the collapse of Roman Empire and Constantine converting himself to Christianity, the wars and crusades became a daily affair. The Bible started ruling people and all were made to believe that the sun revolves around the earth. Samrat Ashok became a Buddhist and ensured war-less peace. It was a warless peace for many years, for the simple reason he could put down any rebel ruthlessly. Same is applicable to the leaders of India, USA etc. who can put down opposition and media ruthlessly. Peace is a warless peace and not realpeace. So where is the world-wide peace promised by Isaiah? When is it going to come? We should ask the preacher when this reading is read, and homily is given next year. Let them tell us when this is going to happen. When they can assure us like Siddaramaiah that we can believe them. If they want to sell a UtopialikeRama-Rajyaweneednot believethem.Theyhavebeendoing this for 2800 years. Thomas More wrotetheUtopia,whichisaworkof fiction and socio-political satire, written in Latin and published in 1516. The book is a frame narrative
primarily depicting a fictional island society and its religious, social and political customs. It is a dream world. The book explores the concept of an ideal society through the dialogues of Raphael Hythloday,whodiscussesthesocial, political, and economic structures ofthefictionalislandofUtopia.The textcritiquescontemporarysocietal issuesinEurope,addressingthemes such as justice, property, and governancewhileproposingradical reforms.
St. Paul says what we suffer at this present time cannot be compared at all with the glory that is going to berevealedtous(Romans8:18).But when? “For it was by hope that we are saved; but if we see what we hope for, then it is not hope. For who hopes for something he sees? But if we hope for what we do not see, we wait for it with patience.” (Romans8:24)LordistheSpirit,and where the Spirit of the Lord is there isfreedom.(2Corinthians3:17)Soif so many countries were colonized where was the spirit of the Lord? “For we fix our attention, not on things that are seen but on things that are unseen. What can be seen lasts only for a time, but what
cannot be seen lasts forever,” (2 Corinthians4:18)
Thesepassagesdonotanswerwhen I am going to get my next meal. Such vague promises keep the peopleinastateofdrugsoropium. Therefore, Karl Marx said religion is the opium of the people. We may not like Karl Marx because priests tellusthattheyarecommunistsand anti-Christ. But for the Communists and Socialists the Mirnyam (Sacristan) and the grave digger (Chamador) would not have got minimum wages. They would have served the parish and the parish priest with all loyalty, humility and devotion but their stomachs would havebeenempty.Theemployerwill always quote St. Paul to them. “Hopeandfixyourattentionnoton thetable ofthe priestbutonthings are not unseen.” Only when the bureaucracy in the catholic church and the politics was destroyed by Communism then some churning happened and the Pope issued the cyclical to give minimum wages to the staff of the church before they rebel. It was only to save the skin and protect oneself. The French revolutionhadkilledthesupporters oftheKingincludingthe clergyand
the Communists had killed the bourgeoisieandtheirsupporters. The preachers do not answer our questions regarding daily food, shelter and clothing. They will say do not worry about clothes. Hope that you will get clothes. Do not worry about food. You will get your food. Look at the birds and grass. They do not labour. But God fees them. Yes, when man was a nomad God fed them but when man lived in civilized society and built compound walls everyone was competing for resources and the preachers supported the capitalists who built Churches and gave donations and ignore the exploitation of the poor and the workers. They told the negroes that hope that you will get heaven but sufferhereasaslaveofyourmaster. You are like Lazarus sitting at the bottomofthetableoftherichman. Evenifyoudonotgetashareofhis richfood,youwillsurelygetheaven. So, opium and drugging are very commoninchurch. Eventothisday the persons who are photographed aroundtheBishoparethecapitalists andtherich.Iamnottellinglies.
Ngũgĩ wa Thiong'o and Chinua Achebe
This year I have read several books written by Ngugi wa Thiago especiallyWeepNotChild,Devilon the Cross and Decolonizing the Mind . I have read books written by Chinua Achebe such asThingsFall Apart, No Longer at Ease and ArrowsofGod. Both are African writers,theformeraKenyanandthe latter a Nigerian. Both are well educatedandwereProfessorsinthe University. They studied the condition of their country and fellow men and impact of Colonization on their culture and literature and pointed out the need to de-colonize the mind. Devilon theCrossbeautifully explains this. We know that in Nigerial several priests are kidnapped, and the faithfularebutchered.
Ngũgĩ waThiong'o(1938-2025)
I have started to decolonize my mind due to such an influence. I startedaskingwhentheAchcheDin are promised by Isaiah likely to be experienced. I thought they had come and gone. Because nowhere do I see the wolf and the sheep living together or the cows and bears eating together or leopards becoming friends with goats or calves and lion cubs feeding together. I have not seen babies going unhurt after playing with a snake or the Lion eating straw like the cattle. Isaiah had written this in the8th CspecificallyforJudahunder certain circumstances. We are reading the same even after 2800 years but making it a spiritual reading. History has told us that there was a period of peace in the world known as Pax Romana. But it was comparatively short lived. If I cannot experience this happiness and Achche Din during my lifetime what is the use? If I die before 2047
andtheAchchedincomeafter2047 then what is the use for me? Who knowsiftheywillcomein2047. We donʼt ask nor think about it. Why shouldAchcheDincome after 2047 andnotnow?Whycanʼtthelion eat grassnowinsteadoftomorrowof a distantdate.
UnlessthepromisesintheBibleare applied to our day-to-day life here and now, they lose their meaning and trust. The faithful believe in themwithoutconviction.
There is a parable of the servants (Matthew: 25: 14-30) who received the talents from their Master in the New Testament. The story is as follows: A master gives servants a sum of money (talents) before a journey. Upon his return, he praises the two servants who invested and doubled their money and condemnsthethirdwho,outoffear, buriedhissingletalentandreturned it unchanged. The preachers tell us thattheparableteachesthatpeople should use their God-given abilities or gifts to do good, be productive, and serve God's purposes, rather than being idle or fearful. The word "talent" as a measure of skill originatedfromthisstory.
But Ngugi has another interpretation which is more practical. According to Adam smith the four pillars of production are Land, Labour, Capital and Entrepreneurship. The master by giving the talents provided the required capital. Servant no 1 and 2 added their land, labour and entrepreneurshipanddoubled their talents or wealth. The third servant did not do this. He kept the capital as it is under the earth safely. But it did not multiply on its own. So, when the master came, he was surprised because his capital alone cannot increase the wealth. He was angrybecausethethirdservanthad exposed his fallacy. Without the sweatandbloodofthelabormixing with land and entrepreneurship wealth cannot be multiplied. But what does the ¾ of the pillars get out of it? Nothing. May be ¼ share as against ¾ share. Although the masters share is only ¼ he takes away¾. This is known as the decolonization of the mind. If you present this interpretation of the parable of the talents to the preacher next time when he delivers the homily, he will have no answer because he would
not have thought about it and would always support the rich and the capitalist.Suchinterpretationof the Bible liberates the mind of the people and make them see reality. Then they revolt against the preacherswhodupepeople,against capitalists who exploit them and against politicians who forget them aftervoting.
Donʼt we want to be such Pilgrims onthisEarth?NotPilgrimsofHope. Ayega Ayega Ayega Ayega
Aanewala, Ayega, Ayega, Ayegathe famous Bollywood rings in my ears.
Indian Markets in the Global PeckingOrder
Therupeeiswiltingunderweightof the ballooning trade deficit and the persistentpulloutbyFPIswhichhas exceededRs80000croressofarthis year. FPI holding of Indian equities has come down from 20% in 2017 to about 17% now. However, consistentinflowsintomutualfunds (MFs) have been holding up the market.WilltheFPIsreturnin2026?
The answer depends on, inter alia, on Indiaʼs position in the global investment pie. Ascomparedto16%growthinNifty
earnings in 2024, that growth has decelerated to 6 to 7% in FY25 and first half of FY26, though the latest quarter has shown some uptick in earningsgrowth.
FPI investments follow earnings. As per Bloomberg, for the latest quarter,S&P500earningsgrowthis 14%, y-o-y as against just 6 to 7% forNifty. And India is stilltrading at 22 times its earnings against long termaverageof17.Moreover,India does not account for a significant part of the global Indices. USʼ market cap is 49% of the world market cap and its weight in the
MSCIʼs All Country World Index (ACWI) is 65%. In contrast, Indiaʼs marketcapisroughly$5trillionand is 4% of the global market cap. However, its weight in the ACWI is only 2%. But the entire FPI investment of about $820 billion in India is only 66 basis points (0.66%) oftheworldmarketcap.
Secondly, India is not on FPI radar because they are consumed by the excitementoftheTech(AI)rallyand this fascination of theirs has been rewarded well in the last couple of years. And going forward, this excitement around AI seems justified. As Prof. Diganta Mukerjee of ISI, Kolkata observes, “AI is the next big thing after computerization. With computer applications we automated repetitive processes at the lower end of the value chain in the early 1990s. Now such replication is takingplaceatahigherlevelwithAI taking over more complex yet essentially repetitive tasks such as decisionmaking.”
It is another matter that AI math does not add up. The humongous investments that have gone into creating AI applications and related
infrastructure like data centers will be remunerative only if the returns from tech companies undertaking such investments, like Meta, Microsoft, Open AI and Oracle touch almost $ 4 trillion and that is not going to happen in a hurry. Further, this mismatch in investments and earnings will be exacerbated by the accelerated pace of obsolescence caused by rapid change in chip design and manufacture.Andsoonerthanlater, given its massive and growing energy requirements, the AI ecosystem will have to reckon with consequent environmental challenges. So, before AI comes of age and AI investments mature, the mortalityrateisboundtobehighin the AI battlefield, sinking many an associatedinvestment.
Buttheworldiswillingtobefooled, and the frothy AI bubble may continue for some time to come. Although India is taking steps to attract investments in the semiconductor design and manufacturing, FPIs regard this initiative as too little, too late to be meaningfully competitive on a global platform. So, it appears that IndianmarketswillpickuponlyifUS
markets fall significantly. India, of course, has received part of the investments directed to the emergingmarkets,asitaccountsfor 17%oftheEMIndex.Butevenhere, a significant part of such flow has gone into AI related plays such as semiconductor industry of Taiwan and Korea or the rare earths sector inChina.
Thepatientanddiscerninginvestor, however, may find a silver lining in that while S&P 500, at present, being largely a momentum play, Indiaoffersacontrarianalternative.
But stock picking is harder today in India, because one must simultaneously assess and analyse both earnings and valuations.
Expertsʼ view is that relatively cheaper valued names with earnings comparable to peers will dowellacrosssectors.Consensus is that BFSI sector offers quite a few suchnames.
Securities Poonam Anand Nikethan, Ground Floor, 8th cross, Gandhinagar,Urwa Mangalore - 575003
In every parish we have Small Christian Communities (SCC) since manyyears.The Diocese calls them Basic Ecclesial Communities (EBC) although in common parlance they remain SCC. One of the clergies is appointedas the Directorof EBC at the Diocesan level. He is given an office in the Diocesan Pastoral Centre. In the case of Mangalore Diocese,theofficeisatBajjodi. In every Ward of the Parish there is aSCC.TheSCCmembersmeetonce everymonthandconductameeting following 7 steps. They start with prayer, bible passage reading, reflection on the reading, and such other steps as prescribed by the Diocese for the SCC meetings. The meeting ends with a short prayer and refreshments which is not mandatory. The meeting is held in thehouseofoneofthemembersor if there is no space it is held in the church hall hired for this purpose. The SCC discusses issues of common concern like mass for the sickinthewardandorganizessome
games like Housie Housie. They organizespecialdayslike Childrenʼs Day and senior citizensʼ day for the ward families. They SCC also plan annualpicnicforSCCmembers.The members of the SCC visit sick and agedmembersinthewardorinthe hospitalandprovidethemwiththeir desired help. They are a great help in times of death in the family. This isthewaySCChasbeenfunctioning inourDioceseandParishes.
As per the information available in the Mangalore Diocesan website “the vision of Basic Ecclesial Communities began to take shape inMangaloreduringthelate1980s, asaresponsetotheChurchʼscallfor greater lay participation and grassroots evangelization following Vatican II.” Rev. Dr Alphonsus DʼLima was the first Director of SCCs. As Director of the Pastoral Institute in the late 1980s, he introduced the concept of Basic Ecclesial Communities to the diocese. He was instrumental in bringing the Lumko method to
Mangalore and laid the theological and pastoral foundation for BECs, deeplygroundedinVaticanII.
As peer the 2024-25 annual report of commission for EBC of Mangalore diocese there are 1700 SCCs (BEC) in 124 Parishes in Mangalore Diocese. Each BEC consists of 10-30 members. As per the rules or constitution, the ward BEC is led by an animator who is a trained lay leader. Parish BEC comprises of the Parish Priest, Assistant priest, Parish coordinator, ward representatives. The Deanery BEC team facilitates learning and training. It enhances regional coordination.
The Diocesan website has the following information about BEC.
“TheDioceseofMangalore,withits deeprootsinCatholictraditionand missionary fervor, has long been at the forefront of pastoral renewal andevangelization.Amongitsmost impactful contributions to the ChurchinIndiaistheestablishment and nurturing of Basic Ecclesial Communities (BECs)—small, vibrant faith communities that bring the Church into the homes
andheartsofthefaithful.EBCsare not merely prayer groups or gatherings; they are the living cells of the Church, where families come together to listen to the Word of God, reflect on life experiences, supportoneanother,andreachout to those in need. These communities embody a synodal Church that listens, walks together, and lives the Gospel in dailylife”.
Every year the Director prepares an annualreportoftheactivitiesofthe EBC (SCC) for the Diocese. The concludingpartoftheannualreport for2024-25isasfollows:
“The journey of Basic Ecclesial Communities in the Diocese of Mangalore has been one of faith, participation, and transformation. These thirty events (given in the report) though varied in focus and format,pointtoonetruth: BECsare building a Church that is alive, listening,andserving.TheGospel has truly taken root in the neighbourhoods,shapingnotjust believers but communities of witnesses. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to our Bishop, clergy, religious, ward leaders, lay faithful, andallwhohavecontributedtothis
mission. The road ahead calls for deeper commitment, continuous formation, and openness to the Spirit. With faith and collaboration, we will continue building vibrant BECs and a Church that walks together in communion, participation,andmission.
After going through the history of the evolution of the SCC (BEC) and itsvisionandactivitiesinMangalore diocese, now we must ask whether allthisistrueorhowmuchofthisis true? When a Government Department like Railways submits an annual report to Parliament as a mandatory requirement for the Demands for Grants (Budget), the report is torn to pieces by the Members of the Standing Committee for Railways. The Secretary,RailwayDepartmentmust appear before the Standing Committee and give proper replies and justifications for demand for grants for the next year and the reasons for the utilization or surrender of funds of last year. The Committee members ask questions with reference to what is stated or claimed in the report by the
Secretary and Head of the Department.
Inwhatfollowsinthisarticlewewill be examining what is stated or claimed in the annual report with reference to the actual ground reality.
1. The first point is it is not cost effective.Ifwefollowsuchasystem, the annual report of the Commission for BEC will be torn to pieces for its content. The concluding part of the report sums up everything in a nutshell. In the auditorʼs language just imagine the costofkeepingaDirector(hissalary, travel expenses etc.), the animator orPPof124parisheswholookafter the SCC in the Parish and other priests and the office staff in the office of the SCC who are paid employees. Is the cost meeting commensuratewiththeoutcome? I am afraid. It is not cost effective going by the annual report. The Government has introduced outcomebudget.Canwe?
2. The second point is whether it is asmall,vibrantfaithcommunity?To know about the success of the SCC one should visit the meetings and observe its functioning. Hardly 15 members attend the meeting in
some wards having 50 families. As pertheannualreportwhereaparish level meeting was held in some Parishes about 300 members attended the meeting or training session while in some hardly 16. In Ranipur(223),Bendur(370)Vorkady (200) Paladka (400) Naravi (30), Nellikar )24) and Niddodi (14) attended the Parish level meeting. My conclusions are based on the annualreportofthedioceseforthe year 2024-25 only. Therefore, it must be concluded that the claim that the SCC is a small, vibrant faith communities that bring the Churchintothehomesandhearts of the faithful is far from TRUTH. It is only a claim far from reality. The ward members themselves say that nothing comes out of it and therefore they donʼt feel like attending the SCC. This is the main reason for poor attendance. This assertioncanbecrosschecked.
3.Thethirdpointtobeexaminedis whether these communities embody a synodal Church that listens, walks together, and lives the Gospelindailylife. Thisisalso far from truth. Synod is a very big wordandmerejargon.Bydefinition a synod meeting isa significant
assembly in Christian churches, often of bishops, to discuss doctrine,administration,ormajor churchissuesoriginatingfromthe Greek“assembly”andvaryingfrom local church governance to the PopeʼsadvisorybodyinCatholicism, withrecentglobalsynodsfocusing on “journeying together” via widespread consultation like the ongoing synod on synodality involvingprayerandglobalinput. Our Small Christian Communities are far from synods or assemblies whichdiscussmajorissuesandhave widespread consultation. They just reflect follow the 7 steps, reflect on the word of God in a very mechanical manner and finish the meeting within 30 minutes if there are no games. No issue pertaining to Gurkarʼs participation in the ParishCouncilorissuesto betaken up in the Parish Council or Issues discussed in the Parish Council having born on the ward members are ever discussed or shared with the members. The difficulties faced bytheGurkarinputtingforwardhis wardviewsintheparishcounciland the response or rejection given by the Parish Priest (who is the Presidentof the Parish Councilwith
overruling powers which makes the entire things a mockery) are never discussed. With such drawbacks how can we call it as a community that listens, walks together and lives the Gospel? Bull shit! This is only jargon to satisfy the Boss and the Cardinal and the Pope. The commonmanknowstherealityand participatesjusttopleasetheParish Priestsothatheis“kind”.
Can the SCC become a Small Panchayat Samiti?
Let us see what Gandhi had in his mind and what Balwantrai Mehta proposed for the Country. Gandi wantedustogobacktothevillages after independence and he proposed Gram Swarajya. Keeping this in view a three-tier structure of Panchayat Raj was put forward by the Balwantrai Mehta CommitteetheGramlevel,TalukLevelandZilla Level. Each had its own duties, powers and finances. Later the Government abolished the second tier-thetaluklevelandretainedthe GramandZillaPanchayats.
We too have the Ward level, Parish level and Deanary level three-tier structure. What are their powers, dutiesandfunctions?Cantheyraise substantial issues in the meetings?
No. Ultimately the Parish Priest is the Boss with overruling powers. Thepeoplesayitopenlybuthideit from the Parish Priest and the Bishop. They are all sweet talk beforethem.
In Goa there was a Panchayat system in each village called as the CommunidadebythePortuguesein Portugueselanguage.Themembers of the Communidade (Panchayat) were known as Gaonkars. They had ashareofthecommonprofitofthe village. They had a stake. Their opinionandviewmatteredinevery meeting of the Panchayat (Communidade). Before any major decision like conversion to Christianity was taken during the Portuguese days, for example the Communidade of Divar island met anddecidedthatsomemembersof the community (GSB) should convert andprotect theirlands and others can escape conversion and run away to places outside the Portuguese control and carry theyʼre their faith and deities with them. That is how the Gods and Goddeses reached Mangalore, Manjeshwar and other places. Swapna Saraswatha , a novel by Gopalakrishna Pai can help to
understand this process. Novel is a novel and cannot be taken as true but it helps to understand the events.
The Communidade or Panchayat in the Three tier structure of the Governmentwasallpowerfulandis powerful even to this day. The Panchayat in Goa has stopped the juggernautofrealestatedestroying the villages by preventing the expansion of village roads to stop earth excavators reaching the villages and putting up apartments and pressure on village resources besides the garbage menace. It is the final decision maker of the village today. Can Gurkar and members of the SCC (ward) play such a role? Can they discuss the issues to be discussed in the Parish Council from the ward and convey that decision to the Parish Council as the decision of the ward? Can theydiscussthedecisionsofthePP and take a stand as a group? Can theyputforwardtheviewswiththe Ward support? Can it decide what money should be collected by the PP and how it should be utilized?
Can it get a share from the Parish fund for Ward level developments on the lines of the Panchayat Raj
instead of money flowing in the lowertoupperdirectiononly? UnlesstheParishPriestsareopento such ideas and give up their dictatorship the Panchayat called SCC will remain a dead institution, good only for saying thatwetoo have set up SCC and we are pioneers.Theannualreportwill becomeanotherpieceofpaperto bethrownintothedustbin.
If the Director of SCC is serious, he shouldconverttheSCCintoaWard Panchayatandmakethepowerflow from the grass root level to the PP and not vice versa. We donʼt need SCC for prayers. We have enough rosary groups, and Novena groups andsodalities.
It will strengthen the community and improve public participation. Joining in Salt Satyagraha or quit India movement is not public participation. Public did participate inlargenumbersinthem.Butpublic participation was real when the peopleʼs representatives (of the People) were elected to the LegislatureandParliamentandthey made the laws- forthepeople,by thepeople . Make the SCC discuss issues to be taken up in the parish
Council, discuss issues discussed in theParishCouncilanditsimpacton the ward and Parish, discuss issues which are good for the Parish, and generalissueswhichareharmfulfor thecommunity. Someprayersand biblereflectionisalsogood.
For that the Parish Priests must be put into “washing machines” and cleaned thoroughly for giving up theirpowerhungeranddominating attitude.Anewattitude,anewheart full of flesh and blood by removing the hearts of stone as the Prophet Ezekiel says is what is required to make the SCC vibrant. Otherwise, SCC (BEC) will remain a prayer meeting and one day will meet the same fate as that of the dinosaur.
Ezekiel 36:26 says, “AndIwill give you a new heart, and I will put a new spirit in you. I will take out your stony, stubborn heart and
give you a tender, responsive heart.”*****
Let’s pray.Habits don’t dieeasily. Too much Prayer has closed our mindsandmadeusignorereality. What is needed is action to make theSCCarealandpowerfulWard, Parish, and Deanery Panchayat with adequate powers, and value for their opinions and decisions without any overruling powers. Action,sir,Action!
-Dr.Charles Lobo
St Aloysius Gonzaga School held a special felicitation programme on 9 December 2025 to honour Master YuvarajD.KunderofClassVIIIforhis remarkable success at the SGFI National-Level Athletics Championship. Yuvaraj was welcomed in a grand procession, arrivinginanopenjeepescortedby thePhysicalEducationteachers.The celebrationwasheldinthepresence of the Principal Rev.Fr Rohan D Almeida SJ, Vice-Principals, Yuvarajʼs proud parentsMrDheeraj KotianandMrsVeenaDKotian,and hiscoach,Mr.BhakshithSalianfrom theKheloIndiaCenter,Mangaluru.
Addressing the gathering, the Principal congratulated Yuvaraj and encouraged the students to uphold the “3Ds” Dream big, Dedication, and Determination as a pathway to excellence. Coach Mr. Bakshit Salian appreciated Yuvarajʼs relentless effort, discipline, and spirit, and commended St Aloysius Gonzaga School and hisparentsfor nurturing and supporting young sportingtalent.
Yuvarajʼsinspiringjourneybeganat the age of nine with the support of his parents and the St Aloysius Gonzaga School, growing from a young skater into a rare combination of a skater and accomplished athlete. His recent gold medal at the SGFI NationalLevel Athletics Championship makes St Aloysius Gonzaga School the only CBSE School in Karnataka to earn this prestigious recognition.
He has also secured two gold medals at the CBSE South Zone Skating Championship in Palakkad (July 2025). At the CBSE National Athletics Championship inVaranasi, he clinched a gold medal in the 200m race and a bronze medal in the 400m event. His excellence extends to skating as well, having wontwogoldmedals—inthe500m rink race and one-lap road race at the CBSE National-Level Skating Championship held at HSV Global School,Gurgaon.
Expressing his gratitude, Yuvaraj thanked the school management, Principal, Vice-Principals, his coach, teachers, parents, and his fellow students for their unwavering support. He dedicated his achievements to their encouragement and promised to continuestrivingforgreaterheights inbothathleticsandskating.
Mumbai, Nov 30: Konkani Bhasha Mandal Maharashtra, one of Mumbaiʼs oldest and most reputed Konkani organizations, successfully organized the GMB Rodrigues MemorialAllIndiaAmateurKonkani Drama Competition on November 30,2025,atRavindraNatyaMandir
Mini Hall, Behind Siddhivinayak Temple,Prabhadevi,Mumbai.
The event witnessed enthusiastic participation from drama teams acrossGoa,Sindhudurg,Mangalore, and Mumbai. Chief Guestʼs for the
event was Well-known Konkani actor Shri Francis Fernandes (Cascia), famed for the super-hit Mhataro Chorbela, graced the occasion as Chief Guest. He appreciated Mandalʼs efforts in promotingKonkanitheatrein
Mumbai and extended best wishes toallparticipants.
Inaugural CeremonyPresident Shri Albert W. DʼSouza inaugurated the competition by unveiling the photograph of late GMB
Rodrigues.General Secretary Lawrence DʼSouza (Kamani) welcomed the gathering and highlighted GMB Rodriguesʼ immense contribution to Konkani dramatics.The following members were present on the dais:
Lawrence DʼSouza, General Secretary;Malvin Fernandes, Treasurer;
Walter DʼSouza, Leo Fernandes, Tony Fernandes, Pascoal Lobo, and Betty Naz Fernandes.President
Albert W. DʼSouza, in his speech,
emphasizedtheimportanceofsuch competitions in preserving Konkani language and uniting Konkanispeaking communities across variousstates.
Participating in Teams The
Sutka (Goa)
Best Comedian: Clato Fernandes –Sutka (Goa)
Best Make-up & Attire: Cleto Fernandes – Sutka (Goa)
Judging & Compering: The judging competition featuredsixteams:
1.J.J Production, Santacruz, Goa –Sutka, Directed By Michael Victor
2. St. Xavier Ajagaon, Sindhudurg –Pormol Fulancho, Directed by Alleluia Fernandes.
3. Good Shepherd, Andheri West,
Charles Dʼcunha.
5. St. Aloysius, Mangalore – Aana, Directed by Flora Castelino.
6. VBA Production, Aldona, Goa, Lhanvikai, Directed by Valerian AntonioFernandes.
Lots were drawn to decide the sequenceofperformances.
Results
First Prize: Sutka – J.J Production, Santacruz, Goa
SecondPrize:PormolFulancho – St. Xavier Ajagaon, Sindhudurg
Third Prize: Aana – St. Aloysius, Mangalore
Despiteclosecompetition,theplays showcasedhighstandardsandgave the judges a challenging task.
Individual Awards
Best Director: Michael Victor Dais, Goa
Mumbai – Jashi Karni Tashi Bhorni, Directed by Prescilla Coutinho.
4. Urbest Kolakar, Borivali West, Mumbai – PoiloMog,Directedby
Best Actor: Prajwal Monis – Aana (Mangalore)
Best Actress: Anthonet De Sousa –
panel included Agnelo Vaz, Joel Travasso, and Reena Goveas (née DʼSouza). They were introduced by Tony Martins. Leo Fernandes Jerimeri and Tony Martins compered the program with great professionalism. Organizing TeamAssistant Secretary Pascoal Lobo, Antony Fernandes, Treasurer Malwin Fernandes, and Rosario Fernandes worked tirelessly to ensurethesuccessoftheevent.
Author message: The article contains the interesting things about monkeys, their importance and information on the monkeys andourcompassiontowardsthem.
ImportanceofMonkeyDay
Monkey Day is celebrated Internationally on 14/12/2025 to raise awareness about non-human primates to save their all species. This day was founded by Casey Sorrow & Eric Millikin Americans
initiated in AD 2000. Monkeys are intelligent animals after human. Monkey Day was founded to celebrate monkeys, as well as “all things simian,” which includes lemurs, tarsiers, apes, and other non-humanprimates.
It is a great day when it comes to raising awareness about different types of monkeys and primates around the world, as well as the issues they face and how we can help them. Monkey Day is particularly popular among animal rights and environmental activists, and visual artists and arts institutions. It also calls us to be compassionate towards all animals as they also have the same right to liveaswewouldintheirplace.
In India, the Indira Gandhi Zoological Park holds several different programs so that children
can become educated about issues facing wildlife and so that people are encouraged to adopt monkeys. The list doesnʼt end there either. In Pakistan,theLahoreZooreallygoes the extra mile. They hold educational events and art competitions about monkeys, includingperformancestohighlight the threats they face, poetry readingsaboutmonkeys,andmuch more. People celebrate by dressing in costumes, visiting zoos, creating
art, and learning about primate species.
Howmonkeyslooklike Scientifically humans came into existence through monkeys in different stages. Thus, monkeys have close relation with human. Their DNA is very close to human DNA. Monkeys closely resemble with humans in their face, hands, activities, behaviour, way of eating. They have fur all over their bodies exceptfortheirfacesandhandsand theirnosesareflatliketheirfaces.
There are around 300 different types of monkeys on the Earth who all look different and have different habits. From the worldʼs smallest monkey, the ‘pygmy marmosetʼ weight as little as 100 grams to the worldʼs largest monkey the ‘mandrillʼ weighing as much as 35 Kg.Anditʼsnotjustthesizeoftheir bodies that make monkeys so unique.
1)Proboscis-Known for its extralongnose
2)Spider Monkey known for its extremelylonglimbsandtail
3)Some monkeys have prehensile tails and it like an arm for them to jumponthetrees. Monkeysʼ troops work together to find food, care for their young and protect one another. But they socialize through sound. Howler monkeys who are so loud, they can beheardupto3 milesaway.
Gorillas, Orangutan and Chimpanzees are not actually monkeys. They are apes. Apes lack tails, have broader chests, more upright posture, and greater intelligence/tool use, while most monkeys have tails for balance, narrower bodies, move quadrupedally(onallfours),andare generally smaller. Key differences include no tail in apes, but present in most monkeys, differing body structure (apes broader, monkeys narrower), movement styles (apes can walk upright/swing, monkeys leap/run on branches), and advanced cognition in apes. Apes are not part of the monkey family butcloselyrelated.
Wheremonkeyslive
Monkeys live mostly in trees, forests, mountains where there are lot of trees to climb. They can even swim between the trees. Some monkeysneverleavethetrees.They have extremely sharp nails to help themclimb.
Monkeys normally eat bananas and evenstripthemverymuchaswedo. Thatʼs they eat. They even eat insectsandleaves,berriesandbugs. The greater species even eat small birdsandcreatures.
Whatmonkeysdomostofthe time
Monkeys spend most of the times finding food. They invest a ton of energy prepping one another hauling things out of one anothers hide. Some group of the monkeys they rest during day and come out intheevening.
Interestingly monkeys sleep in the nest which they build either in the treesoronthegroundusingplants. Theydonotmakeadecentattempt to make them pleasant, however as theyonlyliveonceinit.
The tails of the monkey long and canbeverystrong.Somespeciesof monkeys have such strong tail that theycanpickthingsupandtheyuse their tails to help them balance when climbing through the trees. They can even use them to hang upsidedownfrombranches.
Monkeys communicate in lot of different ways such as using their facial expressions or hugging each other. In some cases monkeys will yell chatter and click to send messagestoeachother.
HowaboutmonkeysIntelligence
Unlike other animals, monkeys very smartanimalsandlovetolearnand solve puzzles. They are able to taught tricks and can use tools to get food and water. Monkeys swim as well because of such intelligence and being smart they survive in mostcases.
Themotherandbabymonkeysstay together most of the time and play aroundthemother,cuddlesthekids
and they start to bond baby monkeysspend a lotof time on the backsoftheirmothers.
TheLifeofamonkey.
Female monkeys become grownupsearlierthantheguysdo.Female monkeyscanhavethebabiesbythe age of 4-8 years. In normal course monkeyscanlivetobeaslongas30 yearsofage.
Humans are dangerous to the monkeys. Even though we do not eat them, we wreck their habitats where they live. Some monkeys are seen as pests and are killed by farmers. Some hunters steal the babies to sell them to the circus or to keep them as pets. Even lot of monkeys die every day due to the accidents.
Howmonkeysarehelpfultothe humans
Monkeys help humans in many ways. Monkeysareprimarilyhelpful in plantations by seed dispersal. They are also used in the safety testing of new medicines and vaccines.
On this monkey day, let us be compassionate towards the monkeysandallotheranimals.They all reciprocate love equally. They all feelpainequally.
Letuschoosecompassion
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Manasa Rehabilitation and Training
Centre is in the service of Intellectually Disabled Children since last 28 years. Till date, the Centre has rehabilitated more than 800 children of various age groups and integrated them into the mainstreamofsociety.
“Every child is born to win; are we doing enough to our special children?” Under this tagline the Centre is going forward in educating, training and rehabilitatingIntellectuallyDisabled ChildrenincludingAutisticchildren.
The Centre has a vision to create a betterworld around usandprovide trainingforrespectfulco – existence of neglected ones and a mission to facilitate Special Children towards a happy and self – reliant life by creating conducive conditions through Education, Training, Employment opportunity, Welfare andSocialSecurity.
For the academic year 2025-2026, the Centre has 145 students (children aged between 3 and 25) undergoing education, up-skilling and training. We have recently
startedanEarlyInterventionUnitfor Autistic children and children aged between 3 and 6 are admitted to this unit. The Centre offers fulltime services of Physiotherapist and Speech Therapist. Postgraduate doctorates in the fields of Clinical Psychology and Occupational Therapy from MAHE Manipal and Father Muller Mangalore visit once a week and supplement the efforts of our trainers. The training imparted here is free and Intellectually Disabled children irrespective of Caste, Creed or religionareadmitted.
Due importance is given to sports andgamesandthehiddentalentsin the children are identified and nourished. As a result, our students are shining in sports both at National and International Level. Seven of our students won medals at the International Special Olympics. Thenumberofstudentsundergoing training at Manasa is likely to increase from the present 145 to 200 in the coming years. We have planned to commence additional construction at Manasa Autism Centre shortly. Preparations for the large playground for children are
underway. We havealso planned to convert the existing old building into staffquarterstomeettheneed forstaffquarters.
I take this opportunity to thank all our patrons, donors and wishes for their continued support to the causeofManasa.
LongleaveManasa.
John Martis, President/ ManagingTrustee
Uttar Pradesh state has ruled that distributing Bibles or preaching a religion is not a criminal offense, sharply criticizing the police for filingwhatitdeemedanunfounded case of forced religious conversion against a group of Christians. The casestemmedfromanincidentthat occurred on August 17, 2025, in Sultanpur district, where police booked Ram Kewal Bharti and several others for allegedly “creatingalaw-and-orderproblem” and engaging in conversion activities. A two-judge bench comprisingJusticesAbdulMoinand Babita Rani reviewed the police recordsandfoundnoevidencethat anyone had been coerced or converted. The judges noted that thecomplaintmerelyreferredtothe recovery of an LED device and the distribution of Bibles acts that do not, in themselves, suggest forced conversion. They further criticized the police for adding conversion charges in a supplementary charge sheet two months later, despite the continued absence of a victim or proofofinducement.Thecourtalso questioned why the accused had been arrested without substantiating evidence, observing
indications that they were defending themselves from intruders who had forcibly entered their prayer gathering. When the stateʼs lawyer attempted to justify thepoliceaction,thebenchpressed himto cite anylawthat criminalizes Bible distribution or religious preaching. He was unable to do so. Thecourthasnowissuedanoticeto the complainant, Manoj Kumar Singh,instructinghimtoexplainthe basis of his allegations and how he mobilized people to enter the
accusedʼs premises. He must respond within two weeks, with the next hearing scheduled in four weeks.Thepetitionbeforethecourt seeks the cancellation of the police complaint. Uttar Pradesh Indiaʼs mostpopulousstate hasrecorded 209 alleged incidents of Christian persecution this year, the highest in thecountry,accordingtotheUnited Christian Forum. Christians constitutelessthan1percentofthe stateʼs200millionresidents.
“Forty-one transfers in seventeen years — that’s not a record I wanted, but it’s the one I got.”
Every time I say this line, people laugh, half in disbelief and half in admiration.Butbehindthatnumber lies a story of defiance, duty, and a little loneliness too. I am D. #RoopaMoudgil, an #IPS officer from the 2000 batch of the Karnataka cadre. My journey has
neverbeenaboutpowerorposition; it has always been about conscience.
I grew up in #Davanagere, a small town in #Karnataka, in a family that valued education and honesty above all else. My father, a retired engineer, used to tell me, “Roopa, powerisnʼtintheuniform,itʼsinthe choicesyoumakewhilewearingit.” Those words became my compass. When I joined the Indian Police Service, I didnʼt imagine how often that compass would be tested.
My career began like many others — full of energy and idealism. The first few postings were in Dharwad, Gadag, and Yadgir. The challenges werereal frommanagingriotsto curbing illegal activities but I loved being in the thick of action. Thereʼs something deeply human aboutpolicing.Youseethebestand worst of people, often within the same hour. But the moment that changed everything came much later, when I questioned the VIP culture in our system. I remember entering a police station one morning and seeing constables assigned as personal helpers to politicians cleaningcars,carryinggrocerybags, even walking their dogs. I couldnʼt digest it. Thatʼs not what the khaki was meant for. So, I withdrew those orderlies and vehicles, returning them to official use. It was a small decision, but it ruffled big feathers. Then came my posting as DIG of #Prisons the assignment that threw me into national headlines. During an inspection, I discovered that a high-profile inmate was
getting special privileges — from a personalkitchentoaprivateroom.I documented everything and submitted my report, knowing very well what it could cost me. And it did. I was transferred soon after.
Transfers became my constant companion. Forty-one times, to be precise. Sometimes I joked that I needed a permanent suitcase more than a permanent office. But every transfer remindedme of something important that doing the right thing often comes at a personal price. Still, I never saw myself as a victim. I saw myself as someone fortunate enough to still care. Outside the uniform, I find peace in classicaldance.Bharatnatyamkeeps me grounded. On stage, when the music begins, I shed the weight of reports, files, and controversies. Dance reminds me that even in discipline, thereʼs grace — and in grace, thereʼs power.
People often ask if I regret being outspoken. The truth is, I donʼt. I believe silence is the sharpest weapon of corruption. If I had chosen silence, I might have been more comfortable, but I wouldnʼt
have been at peace. And peace matters more than comfort.
Of course, there were moments of doubt.NightswhenIʼdwonderifmy honesty was naïve. When transfers piled up and whispers followed, it hurt. But each time I felt lost, Iʼd remember the faces of ordinary citizens who stood by me — the mother who thanked me for arresting her daughterʼs harasser, the constable who said, “Madam, you make us proud to wear this uniform.” Those moments kept me going.
Today,whenIlookback,Idonʼtsee controversies — Iseecourage.Isee lessons learnedfrom mistakes,faith strengthened by trials, and dignity earned the hard way. My story isnʼt about being fearless; itʼs about feeling fear and still standing up.
If I could tell young officers one thing, Iʼd say this: integrity isnʼt a medal you wear, itʼs a mirror you face every morning. The reflection may not always look perfect, but it should always look honest.
Iʼve been called many things — tough,difficult,bold.MaybeIamall of that. But when I take off the uniform at night and tie my hair back after a long day, I am just a woman who wanted to make her fatherʼs words true.
Because in the end, power really isnʼt in the uniform. Itʼs in the choices you make while wearing it. AndIʼllkeepmakingmine evenif it costs me another transfer.
-D.Roopa
Mangaluru, Nov 11: St Agnes College (Autonomous), Mangaluru, has announced a significant academic milestone as its alumna, DeepthiMenezesfromthe2022–25 batch, successfully cleared the Certified Management Accountant (CMA - USA) examination one of the most respected global certifications in management accountingandfinancialstrategy. Deepthi becomes the first student from St Agnes College to clear a part of the prestigious CMA (USA) program, setting a new benchmark of excellence. She had earlier cleared Part 1 of the exam with a score of 84% (420/500),
demonstrating her proficiency in performance, financial planning, and analytics. She has now advanced further by clearing Part 2: Strategic Financial Management withascoreof74%(370/500).
Her achievement is the result of a strategic collaboration between St AgnesCollegeandMilesEducation, Bengaluru, aimed at offering studentsʼ world-class professional educationandexposure.
Daughter of Paul Menezes, former vice principal of Sacred Heart College, Madanthyar, and Lydia DʼSouza, Deepthi exemplifies the collegeʼsvisionofnurturingglobally competent professionals. Her success highlights the institutionʼs commitment to empowering students with international qualifications and industry-relevant skills.
As one of the pioneers in offering integrated global professional programssuchasBComwithACCA, St Agnes College has once again reinforced its reputation as a
premier institution for developing top-tier finance and accounting talent.
The college has extended its heartfeltcongratulationstoDeepthi
Menezes on her remarkable achievement and wished her continued success in her professionaljourney.
New Delhi, December 8, 2025
HolyFamilyHospitalinauguratedits new150-bedSuperSpecialityWing, significantly expanding its total capacity to 500 beds and strengthening its position as one of the capitalʼs leading not-for-profit healthcare institutions. The newly commissioned facility focuses primarily on oncology services and
advanced neurosciences to meet thegrowingdemandforspecialised careinDelhi.
The oncology centre is equipped with the latest Varian radiation linear accelerator, enabling stateof-the-art precision radiotherapy. The hospital has also brought on board a highly skilled multidisciplinary oncology team to provide comprehensive cancer treatment, from diagnosis to advancedtherapeuticprocedures.
ToaddressDelhiʼsstringentparking and regulatory requirements, the hospital has installed a fully automated multi-level parking systemwithacapacityofmorethan 700 cars, ensuring smoother access forpatientsandvisitors.
HolyFamilyHospital,NewDelhi,isa 345-bed, multi-specialty healthcare institution, serving the community with a steadfast commitment to medical excellence and patientcenteredcare.Thehospitalisrunby the New Delhi Holy Family Hospital Society and is managed under the guidance of the Delhi Catholic Archdiocese.
Founded in 1953 by the Medical MissionSisters,HolyFamilyHospital has a rich history of service. It operates as a charitable, non-profit organization registered under the Societies Registration Act XXI of 1860.Run by the Delhi Catholic ArchdioceseandtheMedicalSisters of St. Joseph, it has grown from a modestmedicalfacilityintoamajor healthcare institution serving patients from across North India. Rooted in its founding mission of compassionate, affordable and ethical healthcare, the hospital has steadily expanded its services over the decades, developing strong departments in general medicine, surgery, maternity care, paediatrics and a wide range of clinical specialties. Its emphasis on patientcentred care, medical excellence andcommunityoutreachhasbuilta reputation for trust, particularly amongunderservedgroups.
The new Super Specialty Wing marks a major milestone in the hospitalʼs ongoing modernisation drive. Along with oncology, the wing will cater to advanced neurosciences, responding to the rising incidence of neurological
conditions and the need for specialisedinterventionfacilities.
Hospital officials stated that the expansion reinforces Holy Family Hospitalʼs long-standing commitment to combine clinical
excellencewithcompassionatecare, ensuring that patients receive world-class treatment within an institution known for its humane approach.
By Catholic Connect Reporter
-By: Molly Pinto.
Oh, happy days, wish it were here to stay
When December comes, with its songs
Sounds of bells and sparkling everywhere
A time when hearts are filled with love
This is a season of celebrations
This is a time of reflection and planning For another year we will step out of For another opportunity to live
Oh, happy days, and holiday plans
When December comes, brings relief
From the long journey to this point And from the storms that have passed
This is a season of integration
This is a time of giving and forgiving
There's magic in the air that's contagious
There's remembrance of loved one's gone
-Molly Pinto.
AtraditionalKuswarsweet,preparedwithroastedrice,coconutandjaggery. AperfectChristmasdelicacyandeasyevenforbeginners.
Ingredients
ForRoasting
½kgBrownBoiledRice/KuchallakkiRice
50gWhiteSesameSeeds
4–5CardamomPods
FortheMixture
1–1½DryCoconut(scrapedorgrated)
½kg–700gJaggery**(adjustsweetnessasneeded)
¼cupGhee(melted)
2–3tbspRiceFlour(toroll/dusttheladdus)
Method
1.Prepare the Ric
1.Washtherice4times,drainitcompletely.
2.Spreadthericeonacolandertoremoveexcesswater.
*Ifsunlightisavailable,spreadonacleanclothanddryfor1–3hours**.
3.Oncedrained,**roastthericeinbatches**onlowtomediumheat.
*Donotburn.
*Roastuntilitchangescolourslightly,turnscrispandyouheara**light splutter**.
4.Transfertoaplateandallowittocoolcompletely.
-2.Roast Sesame Seeds
1.Inthesamepan,add**whitesesame**androastfor**3–4seconds**on lowflame.
2.Removeimmediatelyonceitturnsslightlygolden.
3.GrindintoRiceFlour
1.Oncericeiscompletelycooled,grindinsmallbatches.
2.Addthe**cardamompods**whilegrinding.
3.Grindtoa**finepowder**.
4.Transfertoabowlandletitcool.
4.PrepareCoconut&JaggeryMix
1.Scrapeorgrate the dry coconut.
*Youcanalsocutintopiecesandgrindon**pulsemode**forfasterwork.
2.Scrapethejaggeryandgetready.
3.Inamixerjar,addlittlecoconut+littlejaggery.
4.Grindonpulsemode2–3timestocombine.
5.Transferthemixturetoa**largevessel**.
5.CombineEverything
1.addwhitesesameortil
2.Sievethericeflourintothecoconut–jaggerymixture. .Addgradually—**donotaddallatonce**.
3.Mixwellwithhands.
4.Ifthemixturefeelstoosoftorsticky,addalittlemorericeflour.
5.Reserve*2–3tbspriceflour*forrollingtheladdus.
6.BindtheLaddus
1.Warmthegheeanddrizzle**2–3tbsp**intothemixture.
2.Mixthoroughly—thishelpstobindtheladdusandgivesaroma.
3.Holdasmallportionandshapeintosmoothroundladdus.
4.Dustwithalittlericeflourifneeded.
7.ReadytoServe
Yourtraditional
/TandlaLaddu/RiceLaddu**isreadyto enjoyduringthefestiveKuswarseason
Tips
*Youcanroastandgrindthericeandstoretheflourinanairtightcontainer for**1–2weeks**.
*Cardamomisessentialtoenhancetheflavour.
*Donotover-roastsesameorrice ladduwilltastebitter.
*Gheeisoptionalbuthelpsbindandimprovesaroma.
A man once refused entry into a temple because of his faith has today become the centre of a historicdecision. In Chief Justice Surya Kantʼs very
first major move, a Christian Army officerhasbeenappointed,sending a powerful message about Indiaʼs Constitution that merit, integrity, andservice tothenationrise above alldivisions.
This moment is more than an appointment; it is a reminder that Indiaʼs strength lies in giving equal respect to every citizen, regardless of religion or background.
From being blocked at a temple gate… to seeing a member of his community rise to a position of honour this is what real progress lookslike.
India is changing not by erasing identities,butbyupholdingdignity. -Churchnews.com
Mangaluru: Two-day 'Souharda Christmas Utsav', grand ‘Wine Carnival’ inaugurated at Kadri Park
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Mangaluru, Dec 13: The two-day 'Souharda Christmas Utsav', jointly organised by the St Mother Teresa
Vichara Vedike, Mangaluru, and the CatholicSabha,MangaluruPradesh, along with a grand Wines & Spiritz ‘Wine Carnivalʼ, was inaugurated with great enthusiasm at Kadri Park onSaturdayDecember13.
The programme began with prayer and was blessed by Fr Sudeep Paul, director of Sandesha Foundation, who invoked blessings for peace,
harmony and togetherness among people. The Christmas festival was formally inaugured by state-level skating sportsperson Yuvaraj
Kundar by cutting the Christmas cake, symbolising the spirit of joy
and unity. On the occasion, Yuvaraj D Kundar, who has represented
Karnataka in various national-level skatingcompetitions,wasfelicitated in recognition of his achievements andcontributiontosports.
Delivering the keynote address, Dr Charles Furtado, director of St Aloysius reflected on the true meaning of Christmas and the life and teachings of Jesus Christ. He spoke about love, compassion, forgiveness and service to humanity, stating that these values are more relevant than ever today. He congratulated the St Mother Teresa Vichara Vedike and the Catholic Sabha for organising such meaningful programmes and saluted all the office bearers and membersfortheirconsistentefforts in promoting social harmony and culturalunity.
Social activist Muneer Katipalla, in his address, remarked that sometimes actions and heartfelt
initiatives speak louder than long speeches. He expressed happiness over the well-organised Christmas celebrationandsaidthatthefestival beautifully conveyed the message of unity. He also appreciated the various attractions at the venue, including the wine and food fair, Christmas-themed stalls and other engaging activities, which added colourandvibrancytotheevent. Among those present were Dr Charles Furtado, Shyam Sundar, president of the Bank Employeesʼ Association; Shalet Pinto, member of the Karnataka Tourism Board; Roy Castelino, president of the St Mother Teresa Vichara Vedike; Santosh DʼSouza, president of the CatholicSabha,MangaluruPradesh; Santosh Sequeira, proprietor of Santosh Arrangers; Vilma Monteiro, secretary of the Catholic Sabha, Mangaluru Pradesh; programme coordinator Stany Lobo; treasurer Dolfy DʼCosta; Sunil Kumar Bajal, secretary of the Mother Teresa VicharaVedike;andseveralothers.
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Luís Vaz de Camões (1524-80) and Winston Spencer Churchill (WSC 1874-1965). (FromLast week)
