Madikeri :

Fr Wilfred Rodrigues OCD, current rector of Carmelite novitiate house, Tapovana, Kushalnagar was awarded PhD in philosophy by the University of Mysuru.

He did his thesis on ‘Personal fulfillment and happiness through freedom from cravings – a comparative study of Gautama Buddha and St John of the cross’ which he defended on March 11. The thesis was completed in record time of around three years. The research work was much appreciated by the external examiners as well as the guide and members of the doctoral committee of the University of Mysuru.

Fr Wilfred has made the Rodrigues family and the entire Carmelite Order, especially the Karnataka-Goa Province proud. This is a very good contribution both to the field of philosophy as well as spirituality which will help millions of people to free themselves from their cravings so that they may find fulfillment and happiness in their lives.

More information can be viewed on www.carmelbangalore.com

source: http://www.daijiworld.com / DaijiWorld.com / Home> Karnataka / Media Release / Monday – April 04th, 2016

Educational tours are learning experiences outside the classroom. These trips supplement classroom learning by providing students with an opportunity to see places, artefacts, flora and fauna or phenomena that are described in textbooks.

Four teachers along with thirty students from class three and class four of Vidya Vikas Academy set off for Coorg in February.

Below is a summary of the educational tour by Neerja Bane.

Our train for Mangalore was delayed but that did little to dampen our mood. We reached Mangalore station at 8.30 a.m. and we were quickly whisked to a waiting coach. After having breakfast in Mangalore we resumed our journey to Madikeri where we reached at 1.00 p.m. The weather was cool and pleasant. After allocating our rooms, we freshened up and headed straight for lunch.

At 4.00p.m., we all set out to visit the Omkareshwar Temple and the Raja’s Seat where we witnessed a breathtaking view of an exotic sunset.

The next day, we went to Dubare Elephant Camp, took a boat and floated on till we saw elephants bathing.

We then visited Cauvery Nisargadhama, a bamboo forest that houses a rabbit farm and a deer park. We enjoyed feeding the innumerable fishes in the river from over the hanging bridge and experienced the thrilling elephant ride.

Post lunch we visited the Namdroling Monastery (Tibetan Buddhist Monastery) where we got to see three gigantic and beautiful golden statues of Buddha. After shopping at the Tibetan Market we continued to Mysore for dinner and stayed the night.

On day three, after a heavy breakfast we went to GRS Fantasy Park where we enjoyed various rides. After an entire day of fun and frolic, we returned to our hotel, tired but satisfied.

On day four, after an early breakfast we left to see the Mysore Palace, one of the largest palaces in the country. The palace is now converted into a museum that treasures souvenirs, paintings, jewellery, royal costumes and other items which were once possessed by the royal Wodeyars.

After visiting this historical palace we began our journey towards Coorg, Mandalpatti a beautiful location with scenic beauty. The adventurous jeep safari from Madikeri to Mandalpatti was thrilling.

Later we boarded the coach back to Mangalore and reached the station at 10 p.m. where we had our dinner and got on the train and spent time recalling memories of the trip. Not long enough later, we reached Margaon station and bid farewell to our friends.

It was truly a wonderful experience. We thank the school authorities for giving us this opportunity. We will cherish this beautiful journey to Coorg – Mysore.

source: http://www.navhindtimes.com / The NavHind Times / Home / In Kurio City / April 08th, 2016

Mokshit Suresh, fourth standard student from Delhi Public School, Mangaluru, and Gauravdev H.B, eighth standard student from St. Aloysius High School, Kodialbail, were adjudged as the winners in the junior and senior categories, respectively, at The Hindu Young World Painting Competition here on Sunday.

Arya P.R. and and M.K. Saham, sixth standard students from Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan, Madikeri, were chosen the first and second runners-up in the junior category. Raeesha, ninth standard student from Madava Kripa School, Manipal, and M. Siri Subash, seventh standard student from St. Aloysius English Medium School, Urwa, were chosen as the first and second runners-up in the senior category.

The consolation prize winners in the junior category are Sinchana Subhash from St. Aloysius English Medium School, Urwa, Havyas K.K. from Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan, Madikeri, Prajwal P. from RMSM School, Mulki, Aditi P. Pai from Canara CBSE School, Mangaluru, Ananya Y.M. from Canara Higher Primary School, Urwa, Suvidha S. from Sri Venkataramana School, Kundapura, and Himani from St. Cecily’s Higher Primary School, Udupi.

The consolation prize winners in the senior category are Atul Shet from Canara High School, Mangaluru, Rahul N. Naik from Little Rock Indian School, Brahmavar, Ashika Naidu from St. Gerosa School, Mangaluru, S. Sanjeev Bhagath from Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan, Madikeri, Malaika J. Sequeira from St. Agnes High School, Mangaluru, Shreyas Achar from Vivekananda School, Puttur, and G. Varun Raj from St. Rita School, Mangaluru.

Senior artists of Mangaluru Rajendra Kedige and Harish Kodialbail were the judges.

source: http://www.thehindu.com / The Hindu / Home> Karnataka / by Staff Correspondent / Mangaluru – March 21st, 2016

Students from Mangaluru topped in the junior and senior category in the Young World Painting competition held at the St. Rita School here on Sunday.

As many as 250 students from Mangaluru, Udupi, Madikeri and Chikkamagaluru took part in the competition held separately for junior and senior categories.

The topic for the juniors (students from 4th to 6th standards) was “Fun in Sun” and “Outside the window”, while for the senior category (students from 7th to 9th standards), the topic was “Emotions”, “A scene in kitchen” and “My home town railway station”.

Mokshit Suresh, a 4th standard student form Delhi Public School, was adjudged the winner in the junior category. Arya P.R and M.K. Saham, both 6th standard students of Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan of Madikeri, were adjudged as first and second runners-up.

Sinchana Subhash from St. Aloysius English Medium School Urva, Havyas K.K. from Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan, Madikeri, Prajwal P form RMSM School, Mulki, Aditi P. Pai from Canara CBSE School, Ananya Y.M. from Canara Higher Primary School Urwa, Suvidha S from Sri Venkataramana School, Kundapura, and Himani from St. Cecily’s Higher Primary School, Udupi, bagged consolation prizes in the junior category.

In the senior category, Gauravdev H.R From St. Aloysius High School, Kodialbail, was adjudged as the winner. Raeesa from Madhava Kripa School, Manipal, and M. Siri Subash from St. Aloysius English Medium School, Urwa, were adjudged as first and second runners-up.

Atul Shet from Canara High School, Rahul N Naik from Little Rock Indian School, Brahmavar, Ashika Naidiu from St. Gerosa School, Mangaluru, S. Sanjeev Bhagath from Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan, Madikeri, Malaika J Sequeira from St. Agens High School, Shreyas Achar from Vivekanananda School, Puttur, and G. Varun Raj from St. Rita’s School won consolation prizes.

Managing Trustee of Alvas Education Foundation Vivek Alwa presented the prizes and urged parents to encourage their children in drawing and other creative art.

This year, the event was presented by Thyrocare, while the St. Rita school was the venue partner. The Learining Centre (TLC) was the associate sponsor, while the Hangyo Ice creams Pvt. Ltd was the beverage partner.

source: http://www.thehindu.com / The Hindu / Home> National> Karnataka / by Raghava M / Mangaluru – March 20th, 2016

The 67th Republic Day was celebrated in a grand manner at General Thimmaiah Stadium on Tuesday.

Speaking on the occasion, Food, Civil Supplies and District In-charge Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao said, “It was a challenge to draft a constitution for a country like India as it had various religions and culture. But Dr B R Ambedkar gave the best Constitution to the country on January 26, 1950. We must live up to the expectations of Ambedkar by following equality and brotherhood.”

MLC M P Sunil Subramani, City Municipal Council President Srimati Bangera, Deputy Commissioner Meer Anees Ahmed, SP Vartika Katiar, Zilla Panchayat CEO Charulata Somal and others were present.

District Armed Police and schools, college students took part in the march past. General Thimmaiah school Guides team and GMP School Seva Dal team and St Micheal School guides team won the first, second and third prizes respectively.

The students of Little Flower School, Madikeri, St Joseph Kannada Medium School, Rajeshwari Vidyalaya, Government Pre-university College High School section and St Micheal Higher Primary English Medium School performed dances to the patriotic songs.

Goravara Kunitha and Dollu Kunitha, organised by the Department of Kannada and Culture, were the highlights of the programme.

Subramani distributed prizes the winners of the marathon competition. The winners are: Class 6-7 category: Dilip-I, Tanusha-I; Class 8-10 category M C Milan-I, M S Suman-II and College category: Manoj-I, Rajeshwari-II and Leena-III.

source: http://www.deccanherald.com / Deccan Herald / Home> District / DHNS – Madikeri, January 26th, 2016