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At the Age of 5, She Wrote in Kannada Now at the Age of 23, She’s Practicing Law

Muddu Tirthahalli, Bengaluru

Russia’s President Vladimir Putin Scared?

Recent developments of Russia’s

officials warned Chinese that if they

President Vladimir Putin shows that

send money and soldiers to fight

my buddy is scared! He lost many

against Ukraine, there will be severe

tanks in Ukraine, Many fighter

consequences.

planes and close to 6000 soldiers in

thinik twice before helping their

Ukraine.

Communist friend Russia.

His aggression calmed

down because of this.

Now China will

He was

Sad part is India is quiet in this illigal

thinking that within a week he can

war of killing Ukranian citizens for

win the war and kill all Ukranians

no reason. Instead, India bought 3

who are strongfolds of that nation.

million gallons of crude oil from

It didn’t happen; 3 weeks passed of

Russia because Putin sold this oil for

this stupid war of Putin and still he

cheaper price to Modi.

cannot declare that he won the war.

government is saying that – Russia

Sad part is, last week he started

is giving us oil for cheaper price, and

begging with Chinese President Xi

we are going to buy it as it benefits

Jinping for support. He requested

us financially.

Xi to supply him with soldiers and

Lion Russia still cannot catch up with

cash bear the losses!

mice like Ukraine! The US is not

I don’t think it is going to happen

fighting against Russia because the

because China knows that if he

US President doesn’t want this

sends Putin’s requests, US will force

illegal war to escalate and turn into

sanctions on China and that he

III World War.

doesn’t want to lose #1 economic status of China in this world. When

foreign officials of both countries had a talk this week and the US

-Dr. Austin Prabhu,

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Indian

At the Age of 5, She Wrote in Kannada Now at the Age of 23, She’s Practicing Law

Muddu Tirthahalli, Bengaluru

Muddu’s baptismal name is Vitasha Ria Rodrigues but ever since she was a baby, she was called as Muddu and she kept this name for most of her literary work as Muddu Tirthahalli in Kannada and Konkani languages.

She was born on

December 3, 1998. Her birth place is Shimoga District’s Tirthalli.

Muddu earned her B.A.LL.B. from the Bengaluru University College.

Currently she is working as a lawyer.

She started writing in Kannada at the age of 5. At the age of 8, her

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maiden book “Hoo Gonchalu” was published. Muddu initially started

writing in Kannada and now she is writing in Kannada and Konkani her mother tongue.

So far Muddu’s 6 books have been

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published. Hoo Gonchalu (Poems and short stories, 2006); Kanana Kalarava (Poems 3008); Yeshtu Bannada Irullu (Poems 2010); Ondu 15 Veez Illustrated Weekly

Chandrana Tundu (Lalit Prabandh, 2011) Kaada Haadiya Hoogallu (Novel, 2013) and Kshamisalaguvudilla Kshamisi (Poems, 2018).

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book published in Konkani. There is a movie made of her novel in Kannada Kaada Haadiya Hoogallu.

In 2008 she was editing and publisheing her own monthly

newsletter “Mandanila”. ran for 6 years.

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This she

Ever since she was young her main interest was to write in Kannada, Poems, Articles, Novel. Until 5th standard, she was studying in English Medium. Then she though

that as a Kannada writer, she should attend Kannada school and quit her English medium. She joined a small government school. After studying in a government school, she talked

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to people through articles, speeches and symposiums how best is to study in a government school. At the age of 10, Kannada Sahitya Parishat’s Pravesha and Poetry exam she took and she passed with high marks.

Prajavani, Vijaya Karnataka, Kannada Prabha, Vijaya Vani, etc., Kannada dailies she wrote several articles, poetry and short stories.

Shimoga’s Yechcharike and Kolar’s Beththinglu Kannada magazines she wrote columns for 2 years (20132015).

In Naman Ballok Jezu, Konkani Monthly magazine, Muddu is writing “Tirthahalli Post” since 2014. In Uzwad Konkani magazine also her articles have been published. All over Karnataka, Delhi, Gujarath, Mumbai, Aurangabad, Kerala and many corners of India, Muddu gave speeches and took part in symposiums.

Awards & Recognitions:

1. Karnataka Sahitya Academy Award.

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2. Kavyananda Award 3. Bendre Grantha Award 4. Kannada Sahitya Parishat’s ‘Arallu’ Award 5. Kariyanna Datti Award 6. Sharada R. Rao Datti Award 7. Jyothi Yuva Award 8. Karnataka’s Chief Minister Basavaraj Bommai Prathishtan’s Gangamma Somappa Bommai ‘Arallu Moggu’ Award 9. KannadaShri Award 10.

Vidyasagar Bala Puraskar 11.

Late Joseph Mary Pinto Memorial ‘Udevn Yenvchem Neketr’ Award 12.

‘Advisor’ Award 13.

Kerala Kasargod Cultural Award 14.

Shimoga Women and Children’s Kalyana Department’s ‘Asadharana Prathibhe’ Award 15.

2010 State Level Childrens Maiden Literary Conference President.

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2011 DSERT & Delhi Science and Technology Dept.,’s ‘Inspire Award’. Took

parrt until National Level and received Appreciation Certificate from then President of India Pratiba Singh Patil.

Several times All India Radio Stations in Bengaluru, Chitradurga, Hassan, Bhadravati, etc., Muddu had her interviews, Poetry recitation and reading of her short stories.

Door Darshan Chandana, Udaya TV, Asianet Channel, News 18, TV 9, Suvarna News, BTV, Praja TV, etc., State and National TV’s published Muddu’s interviews.

Because of Muddu’s achievement, Moodbidri’s Alva’s Educational Institutions will produce “Yellebisilu” documentary on Muddu.

in 2012 Kannada Prabhu Daily newspaper organized Childrens Poetry Recitatoin.

Muddu’s ‘Kudugunjiya Khaidigally’ poem was awarded as theh best poem and Muddu was awarded

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Rs.15,000 cash.

This prize amount Muddu donated to Tallakallale Dam’s Kudugunji Island residents “Hasalaru”. Muddu claimed that because of them she received this award and she collected more money to make a total amount of one lakh rupees to build a home foundation for them. At that young age, nobody would have done this kind of humanitarian donation.

I asked Muddu to write about her education in a government school, Muddu wrote this: “I was invited to give my speeches on several places in Karnataka. When I was studying in English Medium and giving speeches in Kannada, people used to get surprised and they used to say, “even though this little girl is studying in English medium she had vast knowledge in Kannada” and they were clapping hard. Muddu felt really

bad becuase she was doing one thing and saying different. She thought its not fair to study in English and ask people to love Kannada language. So Muddu decided to joing government school and study in Kannada.

Current English Medium schools are after money and fame.

Students score big marks, should get excellent result and for this reason they prepare students like a running horse to win the races.

Private schools are just like jails!

Many private schools have only a big name; but they do not have a playground big enough for their students to play, no proper labs, many a times even the teachers and the education is very poor!

People even though they know about these private schools, still they want their children to study in such schools and they condemn public schools. Even my parents were thinking the same!

After I join the public school, I changed my opinion on public

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schools.

There are highly qualified teachers. They teach and train students very well. In public schools, teachers do not force students. They let students learn and also play together.

They can learn in their own mother tongue. Their parents do not have to spend a paisa for ttheir children’s qualiti education.

Our society and media potraing public schools as they are meant for only poor students. Truely these public schools are much better than some of the private schools. I wanted to convince people about the education we can get in public schools. I started giving speeches, writing articles and conduct symposium on this subject. Many parents got inspired out of this and sent their children to government schools.

I am happy that I can see the change and development.”

In 2015 when her favorite Kannadar senior writer M M Kulbargi was murdered, Muddu returned her Sahitya Academy

Award under protest. She heard that “I knew Kalburgi from childhood and have read all his books. I cried a lot when he was killed and wanted to return my award but my parents told me to have patience and wait. Now so much time has elapsed and still there is nothing being done so like the other writers have done, I have returned my award,” Muddu said in halting Hindi.

Muddu’s mother Lydia D’Mello said her insistence to return the award came after hearing Kannada writer Chandrashekar Patil decided to return his Pampa award, one of the highest literary honors conferred by the Department of Kannada and Culture of Karnataka.

“She was close to Kalburgi and had attended many functions in his hometown Dharwad. She wanted to do something when she heard of his killing but we

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advised her to have patience,” her Mom Lydia DMello said.

loving girl. Muddu promised me that she will never going to stop writing no matter how busy she Muddu never compromised her will be. It is nice to hear from her, thoughts, beliefs and principles, a which shows her enthusiasm in very brave girl. literature. No doubt she has a bright future. Veez wishes her all Muddu did excellent in her the best in her endeavors and a education. She is very kind and lovely life with successful dreams.

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NAZI PROPAGANDA IN INDIA DR. EUGENE J. D’SOUZA (Research Paper presented at the Indian History Congress in Calicut (Kozhikode) University in December 1999. This paper was published in the Proceedings of the Indian History Congress, Diamond Jubilee (60 th) Session, Calicut, 1999, pp. 783-795. Also published in Social Scientist Volume 28, Numbers 5-6, May-June 2000, pp.76-90).

The Commissioner of Police brought to the notice of the Bombay Government the printed poster in the form of “Wanted” notice in respect of Hitler which the Anti-Nazi League of India proposed

to issue. The Home Department informed Francis Low, the editor of Times of India that the printing of the Anti-Nazi poster contravened the requirements of Section 3 of the Press and Registration of Books Act,

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XXV of 1867 and rendered the printer liable to prosecution under Section 12. The government considered that the poster was an unauthorised news-sheet and thus it could be searched and seized and those persons concerned with its production and distribution could be prosecuted. As the government considered the poster to be in bad taste and one that may be construed in India as an incitement to murder advised the Chief Presidency Magistrate not to authorise its publication as a newssheet.

Francis Low pointed out to the Home Secretary (War), N.P.A. Smith that the Anti-Nazi poster was a comic poster and could not be described as a news-sheet within the meaning of Section 2(10) of the Indian Press (Emergency) Act. However, he tendered apology if the government considered that the Times Press had done wrong in publishing the poster and promised not to repeat such mistakes. On the advice of the Police Commissioner,

T.K. Menon handed over 5,000 copies of the anti-Nazi poster at the CID office (Special Branch).

Role of Newspapers in Nazi Propaganda: Certain newspapers in India which clearly subsisted on German funds, did more direct propaganda. The German wife of a professor at the Aligarh Muslim University published one such paper ‘Spirit of the Times’.

The aim of this paper was to gain support of the Indian Muslims. In the editorial articles an attempt was made to prove that the Nazi ideals approximate to the tenets of Islam.

Salar-E-Hind: The Nazis found a propagandist named Saif Azad, editor of ‘Salar-EHind’, which was distributed free of charge. Saif Azad was an Iranian subject who lived in Germany for fourteen years and published a paper called ‘Azadi Sharqe’, which was pro-Amanullah, the King of Afghanistan. In Tehran, Saif Azad published a paper called ‘Iran Bastan’. As this paper was used as

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the Nazi and Japanese propaganda organ, the Iranian government forced Saif Azad to close it down.

Thereafter, he migrated to Bombay.

In Bombay, Saif Azad befriended rich Parsees some of whom still hoped to return to Iran. Thus, he organised Parsees to leave India and collected large funds for this work.

Those few Parsees who went to Iran were so disappointed that they returned to India. Azad also came back to Bombay with the Parsee returnees and with the support of Nazi advertisers restarted ‘Iran Bastan’ from Bombay. He went to Germany for about eight months to establish fresh contacts. Following his return, he started ‘Salar-E-Hind’ that openly promoted Nazi ideology.

He conducted his activities under the garb of anticommunism.

Salar-E-Hind was published in three languages, English, Gujarati and Iranian.

It specialised in camouflaged Nazi propaganda. The getup and pictures manifested the

German talent for organisation and by means of catchwords an attempt was made to inoculate Indians with the Nazi spirit. Under the pretext of attacking communism, this Nazi subsidised paper endeavoured to make Nazism popular in India. Saif Azad wrote in the second issue of Salar-E-Hind in June 1939, “We are aware, it appears to be customary that if Communism receives opposition, opponents are dubbed Nazis. How many people have studied the word Nazi and what it means? How many people have looked into the implications of National Socialism which incidentally is called Nazism in Europe? The politics of National Socialism should not be banned because of its following by any foreign nation. Any patriot should be proud to be a National Socialist.

National Socialists should not be deterred because interested sources call them by any other name…”

Salar-E-Hind tried to promote antiSemitism in India. It published some pictures showing the annihilating

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Jewish spirit. The Jews were also accused as law-breakers and communists. It was a curious coincidence that just about the time when Salar-E-Hind made its appearance, a film depicting the activities of Nazi workers in democratic countries was shown in Bombay. The Jews in the city carefully watched the activities of the Nazis and decided to be on guard while attempts were being made to create anti-Semitism in a country, which had always been friendly to Jewry. The Jews hoped that the local government would take note of the objectives of SalarE-Hind which “appears to be nothing short of arousing racial hatred against a class of His Majesty’s subjects”.

Princely India: Another newspaper that used as the vehicle of Nazi propaganda was the Princely India, an English weekly published in Bombay under the editorship of P. Gopal Pillai. The Princely India and its editor Gopal Pillai had a controversial past. Pillai

was reported to be a Madrasi Brahmin hailing from the State of Travancore. He was later converted to Christianity. In March 1923, he started the publication of a weekly English newspaper at Delhi called the Princely India. The policy of this paper was to comment on the affairs of Indian states possibly with the object of blackmailing rulers and high officials of the states. The paper ceased publication in May 1935 for want of financial support.

In 1927, Gopal Pillai he was convicted and sentenced to four and eight months’ simple imprisonment in the Gwalior State on charges of defamation in two cases. He served the full term of his sentence in the first case and had undergone three months and twenty-four days imprisonment in the second case when he was released by the Gwalior darbar on the application of his wife for mercy.

In 1935, the Maharaja of Nabha obtained a decree against Gopal Pillai for Rs.15,000 on charge of

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defamation. To avoid the execution of this decree he ran away from Delhi and came to Bombay. In July 1935, he wrote a book called The Upstart Queen and issued leaflets advertising the proposed publication of this book. His house was searched and manuscript of the book containing six chapters defaming rulers and highly placed officials of an Indian native state was seized. He was prosecuted, but on his tendering an unconditional apology and giving an undertaking the case was compounded.

In May 1936, Gopal Pillai planned to restart the Princely India in Bombay and filed a declaration as its editor, printer and publisher. He was ordered by the Chief Presidency Magistrate to deposit a security of Rs. 1,000 under Section 7 (1) of the Indian Press (Emergency Powers) Act. Gopal Pillai made an appeal to the government to set aside the order of the Chief Presidency Magistrate, Bombay. However, the government declined to comply with Pillai’s request. Pillai did not

deposit the security and subsequently on 30th June 1936, he made another declaration as the printer and publisher of the same magazine altering the name to Indian Life. Once again, he was ordered to deposit Rs. 1,000 as security which he did.

Later in September 1936, the Commissioner of Police brought to the notice of the government certain articles, which appeared in Indian Life under the heading “Don Juan Visits Parvatipoor.” These articles were apparently directed against Sir C.P. Ramaswamy Iyer and the junior Maharani of Travancore.

The Commissioner of Police recommended that the security deposited by the paper should be forfeited and failing that Pillai, who was native of Travancore should be deported.

Eventually, both proposals were dropped.

Since 1936, the editorship of Princely India appeared to have been changed hands at least three times, besides having ceased

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publication in 1937 or 1938. In June 1938, K.P. Karunkari took over the editorship of the paper but later that year Abdus Salaam Picklay took charge till replaced by Gopal Pillai some time during that year.

received German news regularly by air mail from his Berlin correspondent Habibur Rehman, who had been working there in the German Propaganda Ministry and that in return for publishing the news and in return he had been The Princely India had a poor promised a number of circulation of about 500 copies. advertisements for his paper from Mukundrao S. Kalekar at the New German firms. To support this Jack Printing Works, No.75, Apollo statement, he produced a number Street, Fort, Bombay printed it. Its of envelopes from Germany proprietor and editor Gopal Pillai addressed to the editor of Princely frequently wrote articles under the India. His anxiousness to project pen name of P.J. Zacharius. It was Habibur Rehman as the Berlin believed that he was receiving correspondent was rather subsidies for his pro-Japanese, prointeresting. The Commissioner of Italian and pro-Nazi propaganda in Police agreed with the government India from the local agents of the secretary’s view that the Berlin and respective countries.

The Rome correspondents might be government agents very closely local men. The Berlin correspondent watched the activities of Gopal Pillai. was suspected to be G.L.Leszczynski, the Nazi During the course of a conversation propagandist agent in Bombay.

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Using QiGong to Make Your Own Medicine •

Published on March 13, 2022

Queenie Mendonca Administrative Analyst/Business Manager - Anesthesiology & Pain Management at Cook County Health 4 articles Following Cure Yourself or Keep Yourself Healthy A Personal Story

'QiGong' pronounced as 'chi gung' In 2017, I moved to my current Department (Anesthesiology and Pain Management).

My curiosity got the better of me when I learned that our Division of Pain Clinic has an Acupuncture Service.

To my surprise, the Director of Acupuncture, Dr. Frank Yurasek was 78yrs young! He looked like he was in his 50’s, the strength of a might, tall, handsome, American with a great sense of humor! We clicked immediately.

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From our conversations, I started learning more about integrated medicine: • Acupuncture • Herbs • Homeopathy • Tuina – therapeutic massage • Sooji – Korean hand acupuncture • Various exercises When I asked Dr. Yurasek about his secret to staying young and healthy, he introduced me to QiGong in the summer of 2019.

Dr. Yurasek learned QiGong in the year 1998 while studying for his Ph.D. at Guang Zhou University of TCM, China.

His acupuncture and tuina teacher Dr. Peng taught him QiGong in the garden outside the hospital. Dr. Peng’s forms of teaching QiGong were based on martial arts conditioning.

Definition of QiGong: QiGong plus energy work is the use of breath, posture and visualization to increase or enhance, direct (internally and externally) and stores our body’s bioenergy 1. originated in China 4000 years ago 2. an energetic exercise based on

TCM 3. qi or energy is present in everyone’s body - it was created at birth and leaves at death 4. helps circulate energy throughout the body to wake up the organs, limbs and the brain.

5. if qi becomes stagnant in a certain area, health problems occur.

Source Cleaveland Clinic. https://health.clevelandclinic.o rg/what-are-the-healthbenefits-of-qigong QiGong is not Yoga - Qigong is Internal work and Yoga is external work. Yoga poses tend to demand more strength, balance and stretching than QiGong.

There are 13 poses in the “muscle and tendon transforming QiGong” which I practice: 1. The child presents spear back to Budha – 2. Carrying the spear 3. Supporting the heavens 4. Plucking the seven stars 5. Pulling the bull’s tail 6. Touching the earth 7. Pulling the horse's mane 8. The post

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9. Springing tiger 10.

Night ghost draw sword 11.

The bow 12.

Tail form 13.

Storing the qi – (closing form) Our group practice was discontinued due to pandemics that lead to not practicing regularly on my own.

A few weeks ago we started our group QiGong again. We are doing it twice a week and I am trying to stay consistent going forward.

After I finish my daily QiGong, I feel medicine that I have made for myself soaking into my body and strengthening me. The energy that I have made for myself syncing into my bone and organs and relaxing.

What I like about QiGong is: I can do it for 10 minutes to 30 minutes based on my time availability. My time clock is my breathing cadence (counting breath) After daily practice of QiGong, I have also experienced the following: • sens of happiness • improved balance and flexibility • increased strength • more regular bowel function Try it for yourself and see how it can

affect you (see the attached video by my teacher) Please share your thoughts Report this Published by

Queenie Mendonca Administrative Analyst/Business Manager - Anesthesiology & Pain Management at Cook County Health Published • 3d 4 articlesFollowing "Using QiGong to Make Your Own Medicine" A Personal Story of QiGong Definition of QiGong: QiGong plus energy work is the use of breath, posture and visualization to increase or enhance, direct (internally and externally) and store our body’s bioenergy There are 13 poses in the “muscle and tendon transforming QiGong” which I practice Check the article for details and video! This is my second post part of the content writing practice, A Digital Marketing Workshop by Surojit Mahato ***********

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Future Generations stand with the community, if they get support in their education now! – Nandagopal Shenoy

“Community should strive to support the education of its children, then only it can expect the future generation to stand with the community.” Said Shri Nandagopal Shenoy, the President of Konkani Bhas Ani Sanskriti Prathistan, World Konkani Centre, Mangaluru.

He was delivering his presidential address at the Vishwa Konkani Scholarship Orientation Programme held for awarding Scholarships to 60 students belonging to Konkani

speaking Chaptekar Saraswath Samaj on 6th March 2022 at 11.00 a.m. at World Konkani Centre.

“If any community initiates with a step forward, the World Konkani Centre will advance two steps towards them to bring up all-round development” He called upon the Konkani speaking communities to come forward and join hands with the World Konkani Centre in its programmes ensuring overall development of the Konkani Community. He was reiterating the vision of Late Basti Vaman Shenoy, the founder of World Konkani Centre and VISION TVM 2030, envisioned by Shri T.V.Mohandas Pai towards a globally competitive and prosperous community by year 2030.

Shri Giridhar Kamath, Secretary, Konkani Bhas Ani Sanskriti Prathistan, interacted with the students and ensured support of World Konkani Centre in their march towards success. He was

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delivering an Orientation Address at the programme.

Shri Praveen Nayak, the President of Chaptekar Samaj Sudharak Sangha, Mangaluru, in his address offered tributes in remembrance of Late Basti Vaman Shenoy who has been a force in strengthening the backbone of small communities such as Chaptekar samaj in the past several years. He said World Konkani Centre has supported the students in the past 10 years and helped the students of the community to pursue their education.

Leaders and past presidents of Chaptekar Samaj Sudharak Sangh, Shri Sadananda Udyavar, Shri Ramananda Rao, Shri Sudhakar Nayak addressed the gathering in motivation of students.

Shri Dharmesh Nayak, Vice President DK District Chaptekar Samaj Sudharak Sangha, Smt. Vijayalakshmi, President, Womens wing of Chaptekar Samaj, Smt. Smitha Nayak, Secretary of Women’s wing, Dr. B. Devadas Pai, Director (Research), World Konkani

Centre, present on the dais.

Shri Narendranath Nayak, Secretary, Chaptekar Samaj Sudharak Sangha, welcomed the guests and the gathering.

Shri Gurudath Bantwalkar, CEO, World Konkani Centre delivered vote of thanks. Ms. Deepa Nayak compered the programme. Students and their parents participated in the programme.

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Colonialism in Mangalore

For details about the book and authors click: Insights into Colonial Goa. Continued from last week.....

Trans-bishopric institutions bridged the gaps between the dioceses. The nuns and priests led by the Jesuits and others built schools and colleges.

With cajoling and cheerleading the Jesuits held the vision, were credible and kept the implementation.

South Kanara flourished as premier schools, colleges, seminaries, churches, and healthcare establishments were built in the area. Economically, the

region prospered with the introduction of medium-scale industries such as the growing of coffee, tea, and rice; the most famous of these businesses is the manufacture of roofing tiles. The 15 years of captivity (1784-1799), was a watershed moment for Mangaloreans; and after release the group developed its own identity; as their new exodus over-shadowed their passage out of Goa. Mangaloreans as expatriates of Goa and of the Captivity blended more closely with the surrounding milieu; and, to satisfy the English who associated Goans with Portugal,

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Britain’s rival. In 1887, the pope established the Diocese of Mangalore, independent of Goa. The English ruled Kanara from 17991947 (148 years), a shorter period than the Iberian decree (of 237 years) and is reflected in the IndoIberian names and lifestyles of the Mangaloreans.

Goa served as the military, administrative and religious capital of Eastern Empire as ‘Rome of the East’, and Tulu Nadu was the ‘bread (rice) basket’ of the empire. When not fending-off the Dutch naval attacks on Goa, Iberian galleons were fending off coastal pirates as they escorted convoys of rice supplies to Goa. Even when it became English and later Indian Territory, Tuluva continued to be the ‘bread (rice) basket’ for Goa with rice as its major export commodity, and continues till today.

The assured Iberian trade more importantly incentivized the Canarese to transition from subsistence farming to maximize surplus production and sale of

produces; growing its output and labor. All this going for it, by itself would make Mangalore attractive; and even more for Goans seeking to evade the frequent skirmishes and the moral decay in the colonial capital. Likely the combination of factors, rather than ‘escape the dreaded inquisition’ as some writers and newspaper articles allege led to migration to this region.

In general, the Mangaloreans are more traditional than the Goans in the clothes they wear, food they eat, and types of music they enjoy. Like Goans, however, the younger generation is more westernized in their outlook and education. Both groups migrated to British colonies during the Raj as well as to Persian Gulf and East African countries.

The Canarese are industrious, focused and in a positive way competitive.

Working independently off each other and at time feeding off each other, in the 1950’s they built industries in Tulu Nadu, and major top-notch academic and research complex of

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teaching institutions at Manipal 62Km (42mi) north of Mangalore.

The Goans had to wait till 1961 to start displaying in Goa their creative spirits.

People inhabiting the Western Coastal region In colonial times or today, the Konkan-Kanara region embodies a tease, a pleasant surprise, and astonishment to visitors.

For newcomers or return visitors, the place represents an epitome of unpretentious seclusion of verdant countryside, where more emphasis is placed on basic comfort than on extravagant elegance. The three major religious groups (Hindus, Muslims, and Christians) form the ethno-sectarian assemblies within the geographical area who at times were compelled against their will to come to compromises. All three have a religion of tolerance and attacking innocent people is not courageous but a grave sin. It is interesting that in 1946-47 as North India - from Punjab, across the IndoGangetic plain, to Bengal was

engulfed in sectarian violence and destruction, the south was tense but subdued.

Within each religious cluster there are stratifications based on caste, socio-economic status and niche occupations; which in turn plays a role in education, social interactions, marriage and politics.

Generally no one marries outside their community, and even within it, certain norms and cultural etiquette practiced. Social interactions had many glass walls and ceilings; with each cluster carving out their own space (in geography, politics and economies); where they lived their life for centuries to full contentment and security, rooted in their place of worship. Post-independence, (and what we see today) the glass boundaries became political fault lines (exploited by politicians) dictated by socio-economics and religion. Yet, with increasing and more widespread education and new job opportunities, the professional and social niches narrowed; and stimulated residents

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of coastal India (and elsewhere) to migrate to greener economic pastures in India and abroad; further advancing educational, professional and job prospects. With increased mobility, visible awareness (TV), and informational access, the world has become a smaller place; some calling it a ‘global village’. Access to education and jobs is no longer confined to a select few, and the successful within one or two generations can reach to greater heights, irrespective of their ancestral origin.

In summary, the communities residing in the Konkan and Kanara regions share many similar traits.

They are multi-cultural and multilingual; with each community deeply rooted in its own religion and revere its places of worship but also exhibits mutual respect for other’s values and practices. The two territories practice a varied lifestyle and economy, which are, ironically complimentary. To use an American expression Goans and Mangaloreans are “connected at the

hip.”

Each region has a dozen subpopulation, and look like schools-of-fish of different shapes, size, colors, species, etc. all effortlessly swimming and feeding in the coral bed, without interfering or displacing other groups.

Kranti Farias outlines the cultural practices, art, history and religious practices of the communities in Mangalore and it would be a charm to seamlessly blend that mosaic with the Goan landscape, religious architecture, sculpture and paintings of all three religions and cultural groups. This presentation would compare the different eras, but also the cross-cultural and cross-religious fusion of various patterns reflecting the skill of the Indian artisans. Today, the two communities and governments have much to learn for each another. The Indian coastal natives have a skillful mix of brawn and brain with an air of easy-living. For much of their history, they fought invaders while accepting refugees and traders. Starting in the 19th

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century, the natives perceived that the future held little hope for brighter days, and their attempts to prod the indolent colonizers to modernize would be unsuccessful, so the natives migrated to greener pastures in droves, laying the seeds for an international diaspora.

Konkan and Kanara produced many trailblazers. Kanara having gained independence in 1947 made major contributions to nascent India. Time and space do not permit a listing of the outstanding denizens. For just a flavor of the accomplishments we see Margaret (Nazareth) Alva of Mangalore who was a Congress member of Lok Sabha, Rajya Sabha and governor of several states (including Goa). Her mother-in-law Violet Alva was freedom fighter and Speaker of the Rajya Sabha in the 1960s. George Fernandes was Trade Union (Railways) leader, became member of Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha and then minister in several portfolios – Industry, Railways, Defense. With Konkan roots two pioneers broke through the

diaspora stratosphere. Antonio Costa rose to be mayor of Lisbon and now Prime Minister of Portugal (2015 - present); and Dr. Leo Varadkar became Taoiseach (Prime Minister) of Republic of Ireland (2017- 20). Costa’s roots are in Margao, Salcette; while Varadkar’s roots are Varad village in Malvan taluka bordering North Goa. (To be continued) --------------------------------------

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Effective Election Campaign, 7 Days ?

In Kannada the word ‘election’ means ‘Matha-Daana’ date is declared on March 27th 2018, The official campaign lasts at least TWO WEEKS from the drawing up of the list of nominated candidates, and officially ends 48 hours before polling date, 12th May. My question is does a voter really needs two weeks duration to get conviction to whom to vote? Usually every voter’s vote is predetermined as per party’s ideology that which he follows. This holds good everywhere whether voters from city’s’ or villages. Villages’ do not lag much behind due to active mass media, digital world, conference campaigning.

Short election campaigns can provide candidates and political parties with sufficient opportunities to convey their message, election manifesto to voters. However, if more time is provided for

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campaigning it will run high and dry; counter-productive.

With the limited version, election campaign plays and important role with the electorates.

• It is a time period when free and open discussion takes place between different political parties but should be held in healthy atmosphere.

• Good opportunity to the candidates contact their voters and political leaders should address

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each other by election debates • Newspapers and television news are full of election related stories and debates providing sufficient information to the voters.

• This is also the period when people come to know about policies and programmes of various political parties.

• Campaigns must upheld the democratic values; Liberty, Equality, Justice.

Our election practice is such that since than one week campaign is sanctioned, more manipulation of the voters is happening and finally their precious votes are bartered for ‘saris’, ‘ alcohol’, ‘akki’ , ‘pressure cooker’ etc., in return for the ‘commodity daana’ they received from their masters. This is a grave point of concern. Therefore, in future election campaign time should be curtailed to maximum one week instead of two weeks. If more time is delivered than rest is assured like ‘ bogus promises, infights, black mailing, character assignation not even sparing any honest public servants and inviting

lawsuits, tongue twisting, arm twisting, political twisting/bashing, ugly personal attacks, criminal intimidation, false accusations which takes away the real purpose of voting. Therefore, election campaign should be completed within one week to save cores of money to put an end to the election malpractices.

During election, cores of money is spent for election rallies, which you never heard of spending for the development in the real sense. Is it not a national waste ? Answer is ‘Yes’ because there simple logic behind it. As I said above, almost all voters’ votes are predetermined as per their party’s ideology they follow. These are the die-hard voters whose decision can never be altered by any amount of rallies conducted from either of the parties concerned. If so, what is purpose of hosting several rallies attended by their national leaders, ministers to convince which voters and about what ?

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country, ads and other necessities of campaigning are expensive issues.

During the campaigning usually no one speaks about "something relevant" to the people like price control, job creation but one accuses the other, negative approach, personal attacks and other party concerned rebuts them almost immediately which has become a cheap entertainment at the cost tax payers money. What good will come such vulgar rallies ?Therefore, if election campaigning sanctioned for one week lot of time , energy could be saved to upheld the dignity of national franchise. Is it looks correct that PM or CM sparing too much time (repeated visits) during election campaign intention for their party sake and may not in the interest of Nation !.

During the election, we usually come across certain terminology used by the politicians, media called ‘swing voters’ ‘undecided voters’.

This is nothing but mockery of the voters. There is nothing called like ‘swing voters’ or ‘undecided voters’ but on the contrary the die-hard

politicians among the political parties gamble to buy the voters by certain inducement i.e., ministerial births till the last moment or try to swing their voters till the very last moment. Purpose is most political parties are engaged in an unseemly scramble for power; intention to amass illegitimate wealth rather than executing good governance.

In the past Indian electorate found solace in the election reformer of 10th Chief Election Commissioner of India, T.N. Seshan's whose name was synonymous with transparency and efficiency. Nobody would dare to violate the law. Poll changes introduced by him would often pit the political class and their media cronies. His major achievements were Implementation of the law in election process; strict implementation election code of conduct, limit on candidates expenditure in his/her election, eliminated server malpractices like bribing or intimidating voters, distribution of liquor during elections, use of official machinery for campaigning, appealing to

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voters' based on religion, caste or week would be too expensive, communal feelings, use of places of hinder social harmony, impede worship for campaigns. I look voters free will, encourages forward a day where a person of communal riots, dents in socioT.N.Seshan caliber would take birth ethos, division in socio-fabric; among the future Election devour the time and energy of Commissioner of India; need of the officials on the taxpayers' payroll hour. and that they have become more Every citizens of each nation would obnoxious for the good agree with the propositions that governance. election campaigns more than one ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

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BE A RAINBOW! flowed all through the programme and continue to do so!

-*Fr. Cedric Prakash SJ St Xavier’s School Loyola Hall, Ahmedabad had its Annual Day programme this evening! Actually, it was one of a series of Annual Days; today it was the turn of the Junior KG, Senior KG, Stds. I and II. The littlest ones in the school, all between the ages of four to seven years. Being an event of a community ministry and on the campus itself, I planned to be at the programme for a short while and return since I had some other deadlines to meet. That was not to be! I stayed right through the more than two hours programme and enjoyed every moment of it! I am now back in my room, penning down some of my thoughts that

The theme of the Annual Day programme was ‘Be a Rainbow’.

The tiny tots performed about a dozen different programmes: mainly dance and action songs!

After months of closure due to the pandemic, physical schooling began for them, less than a month ago. Putting up any programme, in such a short timespan, would have been a herculean task for anyone.

Much more when one has to deal with those who are so very small.

The teachers and trainers and others concerned would surely have put in their heart and soul to get the children to perform.

They did perform: with gay abandonment! In simplicity and in spontaneity! Some did not stand in the place which was assigned to them; some of them were desperately trying to locate their parents in the pavilion and to wave to them; the actions of some just did not synchronise with the rest –

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but all this did NOT matter! With the innocence which childhood is all about – they were there on stage to be themselves, to enjoy. They did so with gusto and to the vociferous delight of the huge crowd which was present to witness a child-centred performance!

Be a Rainbow that celebrates diversity: the programme was also about that!

The children undoubtedly belonged to different faiths and cultures; sizes and capacities. Nothing mattered! They were all there! Giving of their best!

A reflection of what India is all about! The beauty in diversity! The wealth it should mean to all of us!

The courage to adapt to and to learn from another!

Be a Rainbow that symbolises unity: that’s what they were obviously celebrating! Unity in diversity! That togetherness! A synergy which Mahatma Gandhi forged on 12 March 1930 from the banks of the River Sabarmati in Ahmedabad to Dandi in South Gujarat! A salt satyagraha! Very different from what some patriarchs were plotting and

strategizing today in Ahmedabad, in order to destroy our unity in diversity; the wealth of our pluralistic fabric – by denigrating the ‘other’!

Be a Rainbow that vibrates colours: it was indeed a festival of colour! An early celebration of Holi- which is just a week away.

The children were dolled up in a colourful array of costumes. They wore them with the pride and exuberance of someone on a catwalk! They were fully conscious of the graceful colours they brought to the occasion. They were not shy: they were the rainbow!

Be a Rainbow that communicates love: there was absolutely nothing that kept them away from ‘being friendly’ all through the evening. It would certainly have been exhausting for the little ones. Their parents had to bring them to the school, much before the actual start of the programme! But nothing mattered as they daintily held the hands of each other! It was far more than a ‘dil maange more’ scene. It was a love that transcended

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exclusiveness, bigotness!

pettiness

and

Be a Rainbow that exudes joy: it was sheer joy as they danced (and sang) the disco and the bhangra, the raas and the garba and much more!

There was the traditional music and modern off-beat ones – even ‘waka, waka’! They demonstrated the impact of digital technology on their lives and exhibited their care for Mother Earth. The atmosphere was pregnant with joy!

Be a Rainbow that radiates light: it has been scientifically proved that rainbows appear after dark and heavy clouds. In more ways than one, rainbows dispel the darkness.

After days of being marooned, the ark is opened to the welcome light of the rainbow. The children this evening was certainly rainbows who radiated light. A light so that we, who were watching them could see!

Be a Rainbow that is full of hope: that is exactly what a rainbow is all about! A hope for the future! The promise for a better tomorrow!

The staff and the children will ensure that their performance next

time will be even better! The children today gave to all a very strong message: that they want unity to vanquish divisiveness, love to negate hate, diversity to kayo majoritarianism, colour to outdo uniformity and truth to triumph over untruth. This is their rainbow of hope!

Jesuit Fr Xavier Amalraj, the Principal of the School, in his address to the gathering said, “Through such a theme (Be a Rainbow) we wish to convey a message of hope and joy; of peace and harmony; this message radiates so beautifully from our little ones who through their innocence have so much to teach all of us. Their spontaneity, their inclusiveness, their simplicity, their joys, their creativity all contribute to the colourful diversity that make up a rainbow. This rainbow is about our children: a sign of hope, of the radiance in their lives, of the happiness they give all of us. The rainbow is about the diversity which characterizes our beloved motherland reflected so much in St Xavier’s School Loyola Hall all these years.”

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The great American civil rights leader and poet Maya Angelou says, “to be the rainbow in someone’s cloud means to cultivate loving kindness as a daily practice in your life. It means tuning in to your heart, practicing empathy and using that empathy to connect to the people around you in a meaningful way. We all have the opportunity to be someone’s rainbow”.

How very true! We need to learn from her wisdom! All through the programme I could not help humming that song by the famous Swedish duo Nina and Frederik ‘Counting colours in a rainbow.’ It was quite a hit tune, way back when I was a little child. The song goes, Counting colours in a rainbow When the sun has made the rain go In all those colours I see above me I count the blessings of someone

who loves me Counting colours in a rainbow Every time the clouds of grey go A thrill it gives me to know that with me There will be millions who can share my rainbow When our world is dark with stormy weather Should we fear and tremble?

Never, never Someone who takes care of us forever Paints a lovely miracle on high I am still humming that song as I lay my weary self to sleep. I feel all the more challenged now to ‘be a rainbow’!

13March 2022 *(Fr. Cedric Prakash SJ is a human rights, reconciliation, and peace activist/writer.

Contact: cedricprakash@gmail.com )

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“HUMAN TRAFFICKING:

Canada & USA Konkani Association interview

Mangalorean

breath-taking

journey to The White House”

Life has come full circle for Harold D’Souza, native of Bajpe, Mangalore. From being a near slave in Lady Liberty’s land, to now being the ‘Voice for the Voiceless Victims’.

Varadaraj Souda President, Konkani Association of Northern California addressed the press, “It was a great pleasure meeting Harold D’Souza

and an honor listening to him.

Thank you for giving us the insights into this issue and educating us. We definitely need to do more to raise the awareness on this topic and this

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me”.

is a step in the right direction.

Harold showed the strength by sharing his personal journey which was an eye opener for us including

Ontario Konkani Association (OKA) in collaboration with Canada India Foundation (CIF), Indus Community Services, North American Konkani Association (NAKA), Chitrapur Heritage Foundation, U.S.A. (CHF),

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Saraswat Foundation, U.S.A. and Konkani Association of California, U.S.A. (KAOCA) conducted a conversation with Hon. Harold D’Souza on Sunday, March 13, 2022.

The interview was conducted by Sadanand Mankikar.

Kishore Kulkarni from Scarborough, Ontario, Canada said, “The web seminar on human trafficking was so well organized. The subject was such a delicate but very harsh at the same time, and not taken into consideration by many if not most.

It needs a real big and strong heart to come out and express in the public domain. Hats off to Harold D’Souza”.

Hon. Harold D’Souza is a survivor of labor trafficking and is an inspirational survivor advocate of international reputation. He is the Founder and President of Eyes Open International. He was appointed to the U.S. Advisory Council on Human Trafficking first by President Barak Obama and then by President Donald Trump.

Dr. Neha Gutkar stated, “This has been an amazing collaboration with

experts from the field. Sometimes experience teaches us more than we can learn from the literature on the topic. In this case, I can see that Harold has lived the pain and he is trying to make a difference, so no other person goes through what he has been through. Harold presented his story to the world and it’s a big achievement in itself and the most difficult thing to do. I look forward to learn and collaborate with Harold D’Souza”.

The information shared by Harold was eye opener to gauge the depth of human trafficking issue and work which needs to be done. Our admiration for the work Harold is doing in this direction. Canada India Foundation (CIF)was delighted to be a partner with all supporting organizations, expressed Satish Thakkar, Chair, Canada India Foundation.

Sadanand Mankikar, born and brought up in Honnavar, North Kanara, Karnataka, residing in Burlington, Ontario, Canada, has been involved in community service since 1976.

Since forming the Seniors’ Forum in 2016 and Health Awareness Program in 2018, he has

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organized over 40 events on healthrelated and socio-cultural issues.

Around 2018, having come across Hon. Harold D’Souza on Facebook and impressed with his activities related to Human Trafficking, Sadanand started envisioning about interviewing him.

This interview organized by caring Indian community in Canada and USA to combat human trafficking, is a testimony that victims lives matter irrespective of caste, color, gender, and nationality.

If you or anyone you suspect is a victim of labor or sex trafficking, dial the Canadian Human Trafficking YouTube link of this event can be hotline: 1-833-900-1010 and in the watched: United States of America call: 1https://youtu.be/u6AbUi1EGUg 888-373-7888.

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Ancient Islamic Impact and Influence in Kanara -2022

The current perception of Islam and the followers of religion and culture in Kanara and the Coastal areas , in the light of new developments and issues that rule, calls for a closer look at the history and practice of Islam in this region. Muslims groups are generally labelled as "A Minority" and weak but it must be clearly understood that the population is significantly strong and their presence here can be

traced back to 7th century AD, while Christianity is from 16th Century practically, though it is credibly said that Christianity landed in Kerala in the first century. In this backdrop the grip it has secured and roots of Islam is indeed deep. There are many facets that Muslims have dominated here for centuries and their sway is very significant and ancient and needs serious consideration of the rights and

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values guaranteed by practice and the Indian constitution. Islam is now an indelible part of this region, India and world over. They can not be labelled as aliens and are part and parcel of the mainstream. The Muslim community in view of all aspects, is a strong, rooted and recognized community here. It can be observed that the Muslim community's progressive principles here are indeed very forward and their outlook is advancing influenced by the middle east and western standards. Many prominent

properties and business is owned by them. Families are largely active, elders in the families are secured and cared for and women seek good education and the entire community is enterprising, cooperative and presents a happier picture generally. Religion wise they are fervent and keep the tenets strong even in the face of hurdles, the world over it is seen, they are going from strength to strength and calling the shots. .

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ancient history; Temples, Churches, Mosques and more; the historicity of Mangalore connects with different regions, languages, faiths and religions; it is ancient, multifaceted and overlapping.

An ancient Mosque - probably oldest in the region - in Bunder - near Mangalore Port, is thrilling and enriching.

The real ancient Mangaluru runs between Sharavu Ganapathi Temple in Kodialbail and Mangaladevi Temple in Bolar. The famed Muslim Rulers of the Mysore(1782-99) prominently Tipu Sultan (1750-99), played a role in

the development of Sharavu Ganapathi Temple. According to a well known historian of Tipu History, A M Prabhu - a dream caused Tipu Sultan to donate land for expansion of this Temple.

Bundar, old port area is hyperactive always, old dilapidated buildings, narrow lanes choked with heavy traffic of all descriptions. The human sense of smell is tested with a pungent mix of oriental aromas; spice, coffee, areca, pepper, cardamom, chilies, garlic, ginger, rice, pulses, onions, potatoes apart from all kinds of utility and

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to be very modern, contributing to development. In recent years the New Mangalore Port (NMPT), International Airport both are very accessible with a new generation of roads all forming complimentary infrastructure that are now hailed as very modern. stationary items retail and wholesale even today. 'Kanara Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCCI)' too is now located a few yards away. Bunder, the 'old Port of Mangalore' in ancient times was a mainstay of communication and commerce a thriving sea port the very first book of 'Booker prize' fame and hailing from Mangalore, has set his maiden book "Before the Assassinations' here. There are other old and famous Masjid's and civic offices too that were housed in this quarter The Muslim and GSB /Konkani businessmen are of friendly enthusiasm - an old world charm is in the air here even now what will happen when this turns to a 'Smart City' with a new generation of roads all forming complimentary infrastruct ure that are now hailed as heading

Tuluva and local rulers are known to have protected Muslim/Arab traders in ancient times much before westerners were heard of in this area. It is evident Western rulers too established close trade and cultural ties with Muslim kingdoms and have provided space for their life style. It is evident that there has been much intercourse between cultures and beliefsthat there has been much exchange between cultures and beliefs for ages past creating an intricate mosaic of harmony and culture. Kanara and Mangaluru (Kasargod to Karwar) and surroundings thrive on worship of the GODs of all religions and so on, no doubt. At every nook and corner historic Temples, Mosques, Churches, Basadis can be found with indelible folklore and culture. Among others, a recent

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addition is a Gurdwara. A deeper look at the oldest Masjid of Mangalore and connected historic auxiliaries will enlighten the intricate mosaic, perhaps just a sample of many more. The business people around are of a very friendly and of easy going enthusiastic nature it seemed. A visit here is like going back in time and also tripping over the new order of life and faith.

ZEENATH BAKSH BUNDER. Mangaluru :

MASJID.

This historic major mosque, referred to as "Juma Masjid" and "Beliye Palli", is right in the middle of bustling Bunder, the old sea port trading center a stones throw from the Gurpur river and North wharf. The Masjid Zeeynath Baksh in Bunder, established in Mangalore in 644 A.D, by Habeeb bin Malik and the first Qadhi(Qazi) appointed was Hazarath Moosa Bin Malik, son of Malik Bin Abdullah.

This Mosque was probably inaugurated on Friday the 22nd of the month of Jumadil Awwal (fifth month of the Islamic Calendar) in year 22 of Hijra (644 AD). This

sacred Masjid was established by the Holy men of Arabia, who were said to be Kith and Kin of "Sahabas" (Associates) of "Prophet Hazarath Mohammad Ras ulallah" it is said.

The 'Zeenath Baksh Mosque' (Zeenath is said to be the name of Tipu Sultan's daughter) indeed presents a unique sight. The front portion (with a prayer hall on two levels) is no doubt added on in the 19th century and the tile roof has 'Basel Mission' Tiles too, another structure constructed recently has four minarets and Islamic dome and houses the 87 year old tomb of Hazrath Sheikuna Muhammed Moula Jalal Masthan Al Bhukhari a saintly Khazi laid to rest here.

Also some of his kin's tombs can be seen. Even in the ordinary season there is some religious activity that is ongoing with fervent people participation.

The inner ancient original mosque/masjid/palli dating back to 644 AD, gained a great reputation.

In the 1780's it had been refurbished and renovated systematically by the great 'Tiger of

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Mysore' Tipu Sultan who is well known for such philanthropy. Any one with a basic knowledge of architecture of the region can not fail to recognize that this great monument which spreads over a large area has many characteristics of a local temples the large water tank (below ground level), the shape of the tiled roof (old Malabar) , and the hand carved wood work (characteristically local).

Tipu added beautifully carved solid rosewood pillars and also a carved ceiling, the carved works are 'magnificent' to say the least. The mosque was later renamed after Tipu's daughter 'Zeenat Baksh'.

The awesome prayer hall is on a raised plinth with an open colonnade running around the building under heavy overhanging carved wooden eaves.

The renovation blends with the ancient staccato structure. The interior of the Masjid appears a bit dark and shady due to the heavy carved dark varnished wood works. The water tank in the center of the premises has granite steps and provides water for the ablutions or 'Wuzu' prescribed before

'Namaz'. This Juma Masjid is frequented by devotees for regular five times Namaz and to visit the tombs for special prayers. There is also a burial ground that partly encircles the Mosque. One can see men and women frequenting this holy place, on festival occasions this mosque can hold about 2000 people for the Idd Namaz or festival prayer assembly. During Ramadan fasting and festivals the religious spirit is at a peak and exemplary.

Tippu Sultan has also built a Masjid at Mangalore, 2 .k.m away from this Mosque, it is presently called as "Idgah Masjid" at the top of the hill ( called Light House Hill, in the town center near Aloysius College).

Muslims from all over the district gather here and offer prayers on festive days of Id-Ul-Fitr/Ramazan and so on. There are a good number of Muslims in Mangalore and their concentration is phenomenal, In 2022 the profile that the community has created is admirable in all it's facets.

Other ancient Mosques here : Other nearby reputed Islamic places are Katchhi Masjid, Hazrath

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Saidani Bibi Sahiba, the only dargah dedicated to a woman saint in Dakshina Kannada, Idgah Mosque on Lighthouse hill and Sayeed Madani Dargah in Ullal prominent among many more. Another prominent ancient Masjid just near the famed Zeenath Buksh Masjid right opposite to famed 'Bombay Lucky Restaurant'. The 'Kanara Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCCI) is in the back yard of this Masjid. It is popularly referred to as 'Katchi Palli'. It is a wonder for this Mosque is credited with many firsts; It was the first to get power supply and the fourth in Mangalore to be electrified in the British era, in 1930s , the first to use loud speakers for the 'azaan', call to pray and in Urdu, the first where the 'qutba' (Friday Sermon) was delivered in Urdu and so on. Traditionally each of these many Masjids in Mangalore have their own section of regular devotees. Reliable sources say that Kutchi Memon Masjid was basically constructed in 1839 and is 180 plus years. The human force behind this sacred work were Patels from Kutch in North Gujarat, traders who settled in the area and were masters in the spice trade, they spoke Kutchi

language and gradually were assimilated into the Kanara culture, the cause of this development are the historical sea routes to Mangalore from the Arabian Sea, to and fro activity is still very visible.

"He is the One GOD; the Creator, the Initiator, the Designer. To Him belong the most beautiful names. Glorifying Him is everything in the heavens and the earth. He is the Almighty, Most Wise." (Quran, 59:24 )...

BEARY's in MANGALORE. The origin of the 'Beary' Community is very ancient, there were many rich traders from the Malabar and Kanara coast, the Beary hinterland, trading with the Arab lands over the Arabian Sea. Arab merchants have been visiting these coastal regions for business, even before the time of Muhammad (pbuh), the prophet of Islam. The word 'Beary' is said to be derived from the Tulu word 'Byara', which means trade or business.

Since the major portion of the community was involved in business activities, particularly trading, Tulu

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speaking majority labelled them 'Beary or Byari'.

The Beary (also known as Byari) is a community concentrated mostly along coastal Dakshina Kannada and Udupi districts in the Southern state of Karnataka and the Northern most parts of Kerala. The Beary community holds an important place among the other coastal Muslim communities. Note that Bearys incorporate the local Tulu culture of old South Kanara and diverse traditions of the Moplahs of Malabar. The Beary community of Kanara or Tulunadu is one among the earliest Muslim inhabitants of the western coast of India. This is attested also in the writing of Ibn Batuta, the intrepid North African traveller who passed through India in 1342.

Beary Language: Called 'Beary Basse' spoken by the Muslim communities mainly along the West Coast. Beary is a language of mixed idioms, phonology and grammar of both Tulu and Malayalam. It is considered a dialect since Kannada (lipi) alphabets are used in writing. It is also known as 'Mappila

Bashe' because of Bearys' close contact with Mappilas of Malabar. Due to the intensive influence of Tulu for centuries, it is today considered as a language close to Tulu as well. Surrounded by Tulu speaking community, the impact of Tulu on the phonological, morphological and syntactical structure of the dialect is evident. Beary Bashe can be related to Malayalam, Tulu or Perso-Arabic origin with Arabic influence. 'Beary Basse' also has words related to Tamil and Malayalam. The Bearys produced rich literary work using both Beary Bashe and Kannada language. Generally Kannada script is used to produce Beary literature which is quite popular and abundant in all possible forms. The beauty of the amalgam of history has no limits to admire and observe, harmony should be the hope for all perspectives.

The Islamic contributions and impact side by side with particularly Hindu, Jain and some extent Christian and western influence in tandem is worthy of note and to be treasured with due respect and value as equals.

-Ivan Saldanha-Shet.

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St Aloysius holds 7-day NSS Annual Camp 2022

The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others -Mahatma Gandhi.

The 7-day Annual Camp 2022 of NSS Unit of St Aloysius College (Autonomous), Mangaluru commenced on Saturday, 5th March 2022 at St Joseph Higher Primary School, Fajir.

The Headmistress of St Joseph Higher Primary School, Rev Sr Inet D'Souza inaugurated the camp. In her inaugural address, she described her experiences and lighted up the minds of the volunteers with the true spirits of

being an NSS volunteer. Rev Fr

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Melwin Joseph Pinto, Rector, St Aloysius Institutions, Mangaluru unveiled the Darpan (reflection of the previous NSS camp) and gave a message motivating the volunteers to give their best during the camp days. Chief guests of the day, Mr. Shrikant (PDO Grama Panchayat Fajir) and JC Kamalaksha D Shettigar, (President J.C.I., Mangalajyothi, Konaje) addressed the gathering.

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Mary Fernandes (President, Grama Panchayat, Bharathraj Shetty (Member, Grama Panchayath, Fajir), Richard D'Souza (Vice president, Parish Council Fajir), Victor Montero (Secretary, Parish Council Fajir), Jayson D'Souza (President ICYM, Fajir) were the other dignitaries who were present for the inaugural ceremony.

The second day of the camp (06-032022) began with the flag hoisting ceremony at about 6 am. Sr Inet D'Souza, H M St Joseph Higher Primary School, Fajir hoisted the flag

and delivered her blessings and prayers for the successful conduction of the camp. For the daily educational session the volunteers visited the beautiful farmhouse of C. A. Maxim Fernandez who is a popular agriculturist and organic fertilizer manufacturer of Fajir. He took up an interactive session and explained different types of farming techniques, vermicomposting, recycling of resources, farming machines and encouraged us to follow the same.

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Vincent D’Souza. The theme for the day was ‘NSS ka Talent’ and volunteers presented variety of performances which was witnessed by the villagers. On the following day (07-03-2022) NSS flag was hoisted at 06.00 am by Mr Roshan D'Souza (Principal, St Aloysius ITI Mangaluru).

The educational session was taken up by PSI Mallikarjuna on Drug Awareness. He explained different types of drugs, the ill effects of using drugs, how it influences and affects the youth, the natural tendencies of adolescents to lineate towards drugs and the safety measures to remain safe from drugs. The cultural programmes

began at 06.30 pm which was presided over by Mr. K Ravindra Rai (Rtd H.M Ramakrishna High School, Harekala). Volunteers performed different programs on the theme Patriotism.

The fourth day of the camp was on 08-03-2022, the flag hoisting was done by Mr. Shekhar Beejaguri, Member, Grama Panchayath, Fajir.

For the educational session, students of primary School were taught action songs and papercrafts by the volunteers. In the afternoon, the group visited Padmashree Award winner Sri Harekala Ajjabba's house whose life story of becoming a great man from an orange seller inspired the volunteers and taught them to aim high and not to set

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their limits to anything in life. The cultural programme based on Women's Day and another programme on the theme 'what if'.

The cultural events was presided over by Ms. Prathibha Salian winner of Mrs. India Finesse 2021 award.

She spoke about women empowerment and her journey and said that gender is never a limit to any goal and all that matters is the will of your heart.

The fifth day of the camp (09-03-

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2022), began with the flag hoisting

by NSS officer Ms. Carrel Periera. In the afternoon, the Volunteers went for a trekking at Dvendha Betta. The cultural events began at 6 pm and the chief guest for the day was Mr Franky Fernandez , J. C. I Mangalagangothri, Konaje.

He expressed his joy in having been able to come for the event and praised the discipline of the Volunteers.

On 10th March 2022, the flag was hoisted by Dr. Prashant Naik, Member of JCI Mangalagangothri, Konaje and professor at Mangalore University. He described his experiences and motivated the volunteers to do the perfect service.

The educational session for the day was taken up by Ms. J.C Jayalakshmi, Kannada teacher at Kalarakodi Govt School, Bantwal. She gave an excellent session on leadership qualities and engaged the volunteers in different interactive activities. The cultural programme was presided over by Mr. Srikanth, Panchayath P.D.O, Grama Panchayath, Fajir and the volunteers performed dances, songs, dramas, yakshagana and was the best ever.

The day ended with the Shibhira Jyothi, where the NSS family lighted the lamps in unison as patriotic songs were sung alongside marking the ending of the seven day NSS Annual camp 2022.

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During the seven days, students have done 20 hrs of Shramadhan improving school ground.

The Valedictory ceremony held on 11th March 2022. Rev Dr. Praveen Martis SJ, Principal, St Aloysius College (Autonomous), Mangaluru, Dr. Alwyn DSa, Registrar, of the College, Rev Fr. Anil Joel D'Souza, Correspondant, St. Joseph Higher

Primary School, Fajir, Rev Sr. Enet D'Souza, Headmistress, St. Joseph Higher Primary school, Fajir, Ms Florin D'Souza, Member, Grama Panchayat, Fajir, Mr. Richard D'Souza, Vice president, Parish Council, Our Lady of Mercy Church, Fajir, Mr. John Saldana, School Committee Member, St Joseph Higher Primary school, Fajir were present for the valedictory program.

Anand K Asaigoli, Rtd Principal of Madani College, Mangaluru gave the valedictory address, described his experiences and lighted up the minds of the volunteers with the true spirits of being an NSS Volunteer. Rev Dr Praveen Martis S J, Principal St Aloysius College, Mangaluru gave a short message congratulating the volunteers for giving their best during the camp days.

The valedictory Programme was meticulously compered by Vaishak.

Ms. Carrel Periera proposed the vote of thanks. The NSS Volunteers were awarded with best NSS Camper awards and various other individual talents awards. *******

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Mangaluru: St Joseph Engineering College’s autonomy programme inaugurated Pics: Abhijith N Kolpe Daijiworld Media Mangaluru (ANK)

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Mangaluru, Mar 17: Executive vice president Projects (Rtd) ITL Ltd hotels division, Allwyn Noronha inaugurated St Joseph Engineering College’s autonomy programme here at on Thursday March 17.

Addressing the gathering, Allwyn Noronha said, “I congratulate everyone over the journey towards being autonomous. You need to be

grateful to your alma mater when you excel in your career. The bottom in the pyramid is like a working class, there are some hidden doors and ladder to reach to the top. The hidden ladders and doors will not be found easily for which you need to strive hard to reach the top position. Never

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worry about the failures as they make you learn. Do not be afraid of failure,

be honest in the attempt you make and learn out of the failures.” Bishop of Mangalore diocese Dr Peter Paul Saldanha said, “Students should never

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forget their alma mater. It is like a mother who teaches you to walk.

Failures are natural and possible, never worry about it, but moral failures are more dangerous.”

Meanwhile, Bishop Dr Peter Paul Saldanha released the autonomy syllabus and also felicitated the toppers.

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Principal of St Joseph Engineering College Dr Rio D’Souza welcomed the gathering, convenor Prathima S rendered the vote of thanks and Saritha D’Souza compered the event.

Director of St Joseph Engineering College Fr Wilfred D Souza, dean academics Vincent Crasta, dean student welfare Dr Ramananda, dean

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RWD Dr Sudheer N and others were present.

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