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Udupi: Celebrating a rich Legacy of Faith: Farewell to Very Rev Dr Lawrence DSouza

The funeral services for Rev. Dr. Lawrence D’Souza were held today, November 16, 2024, at Mount Rosary Church, Santhekatte-Kallianpur. The mortal remains were available for public viewing and respects starting at 8:00 a.m., followed by the Funeral Mass at 9:30 a.m. led by the Bishop of Udupi Diocese Rt Rev Dr Gerald Isaac Lobo, Rt Rev Dr Robert Miranda, Bishop of Gulbarga and witnessed by priests

GOLDEN YEARS, HAPPIER TOGETHER….by P. Archibald Furtado

In early 70’s there was a genuine need or demand for youth platforms in the then undivided Diocese of Mangalore. As a result of this requirement the CYM (Catholic Youth Movement) took its birth in almost all parishes one by one, say Sept 1976 Barkur, 4th October, 1980 Milagres Kallianpur, Sastan, Mount Rosary, 30th Sept. 1980, Kemmannu, Thottam and Brahmmavar around same years and in a few parishe

Let’s give our children Roots of Responsibility and Wings of Independence

Mumbai, (RBI), Nov. 13: The greatest gifts you can give your children are the roots of responsibility and the wings of independence." This is a wonderful quote by Denis Waitley that beautifully highlights the dual responsibility that we have towards our children of giving them roots of responsibility to develop a value system through holistic education and encouraging them to be independent indivi

AI in Education: Udupi’s CESU Equips Educators for the Future

Udupi, November 11, 2024: The Catholic Educational Society of Udupi Diocese (CESU) organised a one-day workshop on Artificial Intelligence (AI) at the Anugraha Pastoral Centre, Udupi, to prepare educators for the rapidly evolving educational landscape. The event, led by Rev. Fr Vincent Crasta, Secretary of CESU and Director of Anugraha Pastoral Centre, in association with Canara Communication Cent

Athena Bags the overall Championship - Women at RGUHS Athletic Meet - 2024

Karnataka Institute of Medical Sciences and Research Institute (KMC-RI), Hubballi hosted the 22nd Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS) Intercollegiate Athletics Meet 2024 from November 5th to 8th at their sports ground. A total of 101 colleges affiliated to the RGUHS, Bengaluru had registered for the meet. The event witnessed fiery participation from the athletes vying for the top

Inauguration of New Premises of MCC Bank Udupi Branch.

For the convenience of its esteemed customers of the Bank, the Udupi branch of MCC Bank Limited was shifted to the newly owned premises on the ground floor of Sri Shivadhama Commercial, Behind Diana Hotel, Near Bethel Pentecostal Church, Ajjarkadu Park Road, Udupi on 10.11.2024. The new premises of Udupi branch was inaugurated by the chairman, ‘Sahakara Ratna’ Mr. Anil Lobo.V. Rev. Fr Charles Me

MCC Bank holds Half Yearly performance Review of the Bank

MCC Bank holds half yearly performance review of the Bank on 9th November, 2024 at the P.F. X Saldanha Auditorium, Administrative Office, Mangalore. 1 ‘Sahakara Ratna’ Mr Anil Lobo, Chairman of the bank, presided over the review programme. Rev Fr. Roque D’sa, Parish priest of St. Vencent Ferar Church, Valencia, was the chief guest to the programme. The Review was inaugurated by the chief guest by

Mangalore: Annual Sports Day fo St. Agnes PU College.

Mangalore, Nov 8, 2024: St Agnes PU College held its Annual Sports Day on 8 November 2024. It was a dynamic and spirited event, which featured a band and guard of honour accorded to the esteemed Chief Guest, Mr Umesh Aiyappa, Sub Inspector of Police, Kadri Station, and Dr Sr Maria Roopa, Joint Secretary, St Agnes Institutions, Vice Principal Sr Janet Sequeira,Mrs Jayashree, the Physical Director,

Ryan Minithon - SILVER STRIDES: 25 Years of Minithon Milestones.

Ryan Group of Schools is back with its 25th Edition of Ryan Minithon Road Races which will be hosted by Ryan International Sports Club across the country in twelve cities namely Nagpur - Aurangabad - Mumbai – Mangalore - Jabalpur - Jaipur - Chandigarh - Faridabad - Navi Mumbai - Bangalore - Surat - Raipur - Nashik. We are proud to announce the first Ryan Minithon Road Race in the city of Nerul, N

ಸಮೃದ್ಧ ಭಾರತದ ನಿರ್ಮಾಣಕ್ಕಾಗಿ ಸರ್ವಧರ್ಮೀಯರು ಒಗ್ಗೂಡಿ ಶ್ರಮಿಸಲು ಎನ್‍ಆರ್‍ಐ ಉದ್ಯಮಿ ಮೈಕಲ್ ಡಿಸೋಜ ಕರೆ

Saint Mother Teresa Forum, Mangalore, Hosts Festival of Lights - Diwali Celebrations 2024 Mangalore, November 5, 2024 – The Saint Mother Teresa Forum, Mangalore, in association with Holy Cross Church, Kulshekar, held the Festival of Lights - Diwali Celebrations 2024 at Kalpane Maidan, Kulshekar. This gathering aimed to unite people across backgrounds, celebrating Diwali and promoting cultural har

Mangalore: Kalakar Puraskar 2024 Awarded

The 20th edition of the Kalakar Puraskar, jointly presented by the Carvalho Family and Mandd Sobhann, was awarded on 03.11.2024 at Kalangann. The ceremony began with an introductory address by Rev. Dr. Pratap Naik, representing the Carvalho Family, who detailed the award’s origin and significance. Rony Crasta then read the citation, and John D’Silva, a prominent Konkani leader and renowned banke

Dynamic youth leader - Ms Ashley DSouza felicitated at Mount Rosary, Kallianpur.

Udupi, Nov 3, 2024: Miss Ashley D’Souza, a recipient of the ‘Young ‘Achiever National Youth Award’ was honoured in her native parish, Mount Rosary Church in Santhekatte, Kallianpur, following her achievements. The event in Jabalpur highlighted her exceptional contributions, reflecting her dedication and impact, and her community proudly celebrated her accomplishments in a heartfelt ceremony.

Milagres Cathedral, Kallianpur observes All Souls’ Day with devotion

Udupi : Milagres Cathedral Kallianpur of the Udupi Diocese observed All Souls day with devotion and gaiety on Saturday, November 2, 2024. All Souls day is a solemn celebration in the church commemorating all of those who have died and are new in Purgatory being cleansed of their venial sins and th

Konkani tradition Folk cultures are unique, diverse and need to be preserved and nurtured – Rev Fr. Denis D’Sa

Udupi: Our Konkani traditional folk culture is unique and diverse and needs to be preserved and nurtured, said Rev Fr. Denis D’sa, parish priest of Thottam St Ann’s Church.

Mangalore: St Agnes PU College commemorated the Girl Child Day

“It is said that girls with dreams become women with vision. May we empower each other to carry out such a vision.” Girls when nurtured with love and opportunity can grow into mighty trees that provide shade for all. Let us empower them to be the change-makers and leaders of the future. St Agnes PU College commemorated the Girl Child

Mangalore: Rachana to Celebrate Silver Jubilee on Nov 3rd

Mangaluru: Rachana, the Catholic Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Mangalore—a forum for Catholic Entrepreneurs, Professionals, and Agriculturists—is set to celebrate its Silver Jubilee on November 3, 2024. The event will take place at Cordel Hall, Kulshekar, Mangalore, at 6 PM. Rear Admiral Nelson D’Souza, Commandant of the Military Institute of Technology, Pune, will be the chief guest. NRI en

Pangla parish emerges winner of 19th Udupi diocesan level Konkani singing competition

Udupi, Oct 28: St John the Evangelist Church, Pangla, claimed its second consecutive championship trophy at the 19th diocese-level Konkani singing competition organized by ICYM Pangla and St John Evangelist Church. The event was held on Sunday, October 27, at St John’s Academy Hall. Our Lady of Fatima Church, Perampally, and Holy Cross Church, Byndoor, secured the second and third runner-up posit

Trailer Launch of Kathe Mugididhe a Differently Made Kannada Movie in Dubai. Tickets Sold Out In Advance.

The new Kannada movie "Kathe Mugidhidhe," featuring the tagline "Aarambada Munna," is set for release in Dubai. The trailer was launched on October 25th at Winny’s Restaurant Banquet Hall, Karama, with notable attendees including Walter Nandalike, Editor in Chief of Daijiworld Media, and various community leaders such as James Mendonca (Mangalore Konkans President), Shashidhar Nagarajappa (Karnat

The 6th National Youth Conference of the CCBI Youth Commission at Trinity College, Diocese of Jalandhar, Punjab.

Jalandhar, Punjab, October 26, 2024:The 6th National Youth Conference of the Indian Catholic Youth Movement (ICYM) was held from October 21st to 25th, 2024. The conference brought together 653 youth leaders from 132 dioceses across India to discuss the theme "The Role of Youth in the Synodal Church," with a particular focus on the virtue of hope. The ICYM General Body Meeting convened on October

MCC Bank holds Deepavali Group Photo contest ; Poster launched

MCC Bank is excited to announce a Deepavali Group Photo Contest, a vibrant celebration of the Deepavali festival. The official poster for the contest was unveiled on October 24 at MCC Bank’s Brahmavar branch, setting the stage for a festive spirit. This engaging group photo contest, centred around