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Tulu Koota Kuwait hosts ‘Tulu Parba 2019’ to mark its 20th anniversary

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October 31, 2019

Kuwait: On its 20th Anniversary Tulukoota Kuwait (TKK) celebrated the true spirit of Tulunadu by hosting a grand Tuluparba celebration under the able leadership of the dynamic president Mr. Ramesh S. Bhandary on Friday 25th October 2019 at American International School, Maidan Hawally Kuwait.

The event started with a grand procession conceptualized by Suresh Salian. People belonging to various communities and age group took part in it. A blend of Tulunadu festival zeal and passion converted the procession in to a kaleidoscope of colors and gaiety. Children carrying flags depicting the different associations in Kuwait and ladies carrying lavishly decorated trays with objects displaying rich Tulunadu culture was the cynosure of all eyes. Tuluparba “Tuluvara mane managala habba” began with a huge fanfare of drums.  The Chief guests for the event were Dr. M. Ravi Shetty (Ex-President of Tulu Koota and Kannada Koota Qatar & Managing Director of ATS Company Qatar), guest of honor Dayanad G Katalsar (President of Karnataka Tulu Sahithya Academy) and Fr. Dominic Sequeira.

The reception area was a wonderful sight of the beautifully decorated entrance displaying temple, church and mosque as the center of attraction this year. The sublime beauty of the reception area cast a spell on the onlookers. Its highlighted Unity in Cultural diversity and the faith and belief of people of Tulunadu who are hardworking yet fun loving and joyful, and celebrate every occasion from a blooming of flower to a good harvest.

The audience and guests were welcomed by the comperes of the program Renita Mascarenhas and Paramanad Salian followed by National anthem. The significant mixing of soil of Attur Church, Kateel Temple and Ullal Darga on stage marked the opening of Tuluparba 2019, followed by traditional lighting of the lamp by the Chief Guest and Guest of honor along with President Ramesh S Bhandary, Advisory committee and Managing committee members. Tulu Parba 2019 Souvenir was beautifully released during the theme song of TKK ‘Sirimudi Singaro’ that was melodiously sung by Suresh Salian.

Fr Dominic Sequeira, Parish Priest of Salmiya Church, guest of honor addressed the audience and appreciating the wonderful value imbibed by Tulukoota Kuwait.

Prayer dance invoking blessing of the Almighty, was rendered by Nrithya Niketan students, choregraphed by Vidushi Shanthala Acharya.

This was followed by Felicitation program hosted by Dr. Preeti Shetty. TKK President Ramesh S Bhandary welcomed honorable guests Dr. Ravi Shetty and Dayanand G Kathalsar with flower bouquets. In his speech President reiterated the important role played by Tuluparba and Tulukoota Kuwait in connecting the children and adults to rich Tulunadu art and culture. He also highlighted the evolution of charity and philanthropic works of TKK during its 20 years journey and the significant contributions made my Tulukoota Kuwait in the 20th year where they explored new area of providing shelter to the needy under the “Ashraya yojana” and very strongly supported educational causes during the year. He also extended his warm greetings to the koota members and families on the auspicious occasion of Diwali.

All the sponsors were felicitated with flower and memento for their contribution to the event. TKK committee member Vijay Kairangala was honored for his contribution and service to the association. TKK convener and founder president Shri Sudhakar Shetty who would be returning to India after long years of service in Kuwait, was felicitated for his leadership and continued service to the koota since its inception.  During the program Sathish Achari was felicitated for his contribution in Stage Settings. Welfare Officer Faustine Pinto was also felicitated for his outstanding contribution to the Koota for the past several years.

Visiting artists Mr. Parmanand Salian, and Mr. Prasanna Shetty Bailur were also felicitated. Guest of honor Mr. Dayanand Kathalsar, President of Karnataka Tulu Sahithya Academy was felicitated for his services to Tulu Culture. Dr. M. Ravi Shetty Chief Guest of the event was also felicitated and honored during the ceremony. In his speech he emphasized the importance of communal harmony.

Scholarship and certificates of appreciation for academic excellence were handed over to meritorious 10th and 12th standard kids of TKK members by His Excellency Mr. K Jeeva Sagar, Indian Ambassador to Kuwait and the TKK President Ramesh S Bhandary. The Ambassador congratulated the recipients and appreciated the work of TKK in bringing communities together as one family.  He also greeted the koota members on the auspicious occasion of Diwali.

The audience was left mesmerized by “Bhoomi Bechaand” act on stage that conveyed a strong message on the scenario of global warming and preserving nature. The act was    conceptualized by   Paramanad Salian Sasihithlu and directed by talented committee member Satisha Acharya. More than 100 talented TKK artists of all ages had performed and enthralled audience for almost 1 hour 10 mins and gave the message of our mother earth gets destroyed due to global warming and every human being should take precautions to protect our nature.  Mr. Satisha Acharya & dance choreographer of this concept Vidushi Shantala Satisha were honored with mementos for their fantastic work.

Another highlight of the day was the super hit drama ‘Buddi Chapat’ by Chaitanya Kalavidaru Udupi, created and directed by Prashamsa fame Prasanna Shetty Bailur, took the jam-packed audience in comedy world with its rib-tickling comedy and emotions. All the drama artists were honored with mementos by President and Management Committee Members.

The program was well coordinated by young and Dynamic Cultural Secretary Abdul Razak and Management Committee, while sound and lightings were provided by Waves Events & Rentals Kuwait, makeup done by Ajith Bipore & Team, slides by Aravind, Pareekshith and Allan, welfare presentation by Jagadeesh Shanobogue, Tharendra Shettigar & Dr. Preeti and souvenir artwork designed by Sachidananda Suvarna.  Mr. Vijay Wilson - General Secretary, rendered the vote of thanks.The Program was Live Telecasted by Namma Kudla TV Channel and their associate channels including Live Web streaming. Al Mulla Exchange, Al Ahlia Insurance, Khain Properties & Developers Udupi, Badr Al Samaa Medical Center were the event sponsors of this Tulu Parba 2019.

 

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The arrested has been identified as Ranjit, a resident of Bajpe, on the outskirts of the city. He is said to be Hindutva activist. 

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Even though the IAS officer had not lodged any complaint, Moodbidri police had registered a suo motu case after a WhatsApp screenshot of the death threat went viral on social media.

Meanwhile, Sindhu B Rupesh was transferred and posted as director, electronic delivery citizen services (EDCS), DP & AR (e governance) Bengaluru.

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March 29,2020

Bengaluru, Mar 29: The State government launched a mobile application for people to track the movement history of patients, who tested positive, before their detection so that they can take precautions. The app will give the date and time of visit to spots by the patients.

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“The app also has a list of government designated first response hospitals for COVID-19 where citizen with symptoms can go. However, before going to a COVID hospital, people should call helplines — 104, 080-46848600 or 080-66692000,” said a message by Munish Moudgil, secretary, Administrative Reforms, who is also in-charge of the State COVID war room.

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January 6,2020

Bengaluru, Jan 6: Cab aggregators are once again in news for the wrong reasons after an Ola cab driver misbehaved with a 34-year-old woman passenger and even threatened to kill her when she raised an alarm.

But what followed was worse. The woman, a software engineer, immediately called the Ola emergency number following which they asked her to check if the driver was drunk. She later pressed the emergency button on the Ola app but received a message asking her to dial 100. After the aggregator failed to help her, she said she was lucky to be saved by the public.

Reacting to the incident, an Ola spokesperson said, “We regret the unfortunate incident and have immediately terminated the driver-partner from the platform upon receiving the complaint.”

Shruthi G (name changed), an employee at a software company at Bagmane Tech Park in Mahadevapura, booked an Ola cab after her work in the evening of January 3. She booked pick-up stops at two locations as she had to pick her four-year-old daughter from the day-care centre, which is 2 km away from her house.

However, around 6.22 pm, when the cab reached Malleshpalya near Kids Castle, the driver did not stop the vehicle. He asked her to get down at the last drop location. She told him to stop and tried to open the doors but he locked the doors, insisting that she sit in the car. When she resisted, he held her hands and abused her; he even threatened to kill her if she raised an alarm.

The victim said she pressed the emergency button on the app twice but only got a message advising her to call the police.

When she called the Ola emergency number, the person at the other end asked about her condition and to check whether the driver was drunk. They called back after one-and-a-half hours when she was filing a complaint at the police station.

“Ola did not make any efforts to reach out to the police or do anything to track my location and help me in that situation,” she said.

The victim called 100 and the staffer at the control room asked her which area she was in. Since she was familiar with the area, Shruthi was able to give her location.

“First they told me that the area comes under Baiyappanahalli. Later, they said it comes under HAL. Finally, they figured out the location. It took 20 minutes for the police to reach the spot,” she said.

What saved Shruti was her sheer instinct and luck. Alone in the cab, she started raising an alarm. Luckily, commuters in the other vehicles next to the cab noticed her screaming for help and stopped the driver.

“If this is the kind of security Ola provides its customer, it is very questionable,” she said. “If we have to really call the police during an emergency then why they put out the number and emergency button, it’s a waste of time during that crucial situation. If they directly told us to dial 100 during an emergency, it will save time. Lakhs of commuters take Ola cabs thinking it is safe but they have no mechanism to check their drivers and track their customers in danger.”

Baiyappanahalli police said the accused Bhimashankar Malged was arrested and remanded in judicial custody following the complaint.

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