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In MEMORY, of a life so beautifully lived, a heart so deeply LOVED’

A rich tribute was given in the Barkur Church to one of their most loved and adored Vicar of yester years in departed Very Rev Fr Valerian Mendonca, on Thursday, 22nd August, 2024. The Holy Mass was offered in the artistic and historical St Peters Church at 11.30 am. The main celebrant Rev Fr Cyprian Henry DSouza, SFX Pilar, native priest hailing from Barkur, recalled the divine and distinct qual

Celebrating Konkani Heritage: Konkani Manyata Divas and Pustak Puraskar-2024 Held in Mangaluru

The Karnataka Konkani Sahitya Academy celebrated Konkani Manyata Divas and the Konkani Pustak Puraskar-2024 on Tuesday, August 20, at Town Hall, Mangaluru. MLC Ivan D’Souza spoke at the event, highlighting the significant contributions of Eric Ozario to Konkani music and culture. "Today we celebrate Konkani Manyata Divas and the contributions of Eric Ozario in Konkani music. We feel proud of our

ICYM Karnataka’s DELTA Program Unites Youth Leaders Across Coastal Dioceses

The Indian Catholic Youth Movement (ICYM) Karnataka Region successfully organised the DELTA (Diocesan Executive Leader Training Advancement) program at Anugraha Pastoral Centre. The two-day event, held on August 17 and 18, was hosted by ICYM Udupi Diocese and brought together Diocesan Executive Committee (DEXCO) members from five dioceses: Udupi, Mangalore, Puttur, Belthangady, and Karwar.

If you learn well here and excel, you’ll be in the spotlight- Jacqueline Fernandes at Sur Sobhann Inauguration.

Mandd Sobhann mentors the Talents and provides a Platform. The training I got here has great contribution to the name and fame I have achieved. We should constantly learn, use every opportunity. If you learn well here and excel, you’ll be in the spotlight. When you learn Classical Music, when you get opportunities to sing for CDs, for Films, for Stage Performances, you’ll realize the value of Sur

MCC Bank celebrates Konkani Manyatha Divas

Konkani Manyatha Divas was celebrated at the P.F.X Saldanha Auditorium, Administrative Office of the MCC Bank Ltd, on 15th August,2024, to commemorate the inclusion of Konkani language in the 8th schedule of Indian constitution. The program was presided over by the chairman, Sahakara ratna, Mr Anil Lobo. Mr Ronald Rodrigues, vice president of Pastoral council of Valencia church, was the guest of

Independence Day Celebration and Pratibha Puraskar at Kemmannu Church.

78th Independence Day was celebrated at Kemmannu church with the fervor and deep patriotism associated with the day. After the high mass, celebrated by Parish Priest Rev. Fr. Philip Neri Aranha, parishioners joined at the church compound to celebrate the the occasion. Parish priest Fr. Philip Neri presided over the function. The day coincides with the Feast of the Assumption of Mother Mary. ICYM

Ishney Fernandes Releases Heartfelt Cover of Konkani Hymn

Rising star Ishney Fernandes has just unveiled a touching cover of the beloved Konkani hymn "Ophir Bhangaran Nesun" on her YouTube channel. This sacred hymn, which is a heartfelt tribute to the Assumption of Mary, beautifully celebrates the momentous event of Mary’s assumption into heaven, embodying the deep faith and reverence it inspires among the faithful. In this melodious rendition, Ishney

Aqua Splash Fiesta youth conference held at Bondel

Indian Catholic Youth Movement (ICYM) City Deanery organized the “Aqua Splash Fiesta” youth conference on 11 August 2024 at St. Lawrence English Medium School, Bondel. Registration started at 8:30 AM, and the program officially began at 9:30 AM with a prayer service led by ICYM Kelarai. The dignitaries present on the dais included V. Rev. Fr. James Dsouza – Vicar Forane of City Deanery, Rev. Fr.

Diocese of Shimoga celebrated National Youth Sunday- 2024

Shivamogga, August 12, 2024; Diocese of Shimoga celebrated National Youth Sunday on August 11th at St. Anthony’s Shrine, Karehalli, Bhadravati, Shivamogga. On this occasion, a program was organized at the Carmel Deanary in the Diocese of Shimoga, under the guidance of of Rev. Fr Franklin D’Souza, Diocesan Youth Director, Rev. Fr Christu Raj SDB, Carmel Deanery Youth Director and Rev. Fr Santhosh A

St Lawrence Feast celebrated at Bondel

At the annual feast of Bondel St Lawrence church & Shrine the celebration was led by the Most Rev. Dr. Wilfred Gregory Moras, Coadjutor Bishop of Jhansi. Most Rev. Dr. Wilfred Gregory Moras celebrated the Holy Eucharist on the eve of the Annual Feast of the Shrine of St. Lawrence in Bondel on Saturday, 10 August 2024 at 10.30.a.m .A significant number of pilgrims and devotees filled every a

Symbolic VANA-MAHOTSAVA in Mount Rosary Church led by Catholic Sabha….

This year, most innovative, purposeful and practical way of planting fruit bearing saplings by Gurkars and representatives of 18 wards was a demonstration of parish family was a beautiful sight to watch as the authorities entrusted with taking care of the allotted trees by watering, manure and round the year supervision….!!

Daniel Monteiro Won Silver Medal in International Stamp Exhibition.

Mr. Daniel Monteiro a well-known Philatelist, Kumrugodu village, Brahmavar, won Silver Medal in “Asian International Stamp Exhibition “JAKARTA- 2024”, held on 3rd July to 7th July 2024 at Jakartha, (Indonesia) for his collection on Peacock Stamps. Mr. Monteiro also bagged several Medals at various National and International Philatelic exhibitions competition held earlier at Hongkong, China,

World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly Celebrated in St Anthony Ashram Mangalore

Mangalore, July 28, 2024 – The World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly was celebrated with great reverence and enthusiasm at St. Anthony’s Charity Institute, Jeppu, Mangalore, on Sunday, July 28. Established by Pope Francis, this day is dedicated to honoring the wisdom and contributions of older

Decennial Celebrations of the newly built Mount Rosary Church given a perfect start by ICYM: ‘Ward Level Singing, Dance and Skits Competitions’

One of the spacious and artistic newly constructed Mount Rosary Church was blessed and inaugurated in 2014 and this year its decennial year, completion of 10 years and to commemorate this historical and joyous event various programmes are planned by the parish. The youth led by vibrant ICYM of the parish at the forefront and the Ward Level Singing, Dance and Skits Competitions was a appropriate c

ʼಈಡೀಸ್‌ ಸೊಳ್ಳೆಗಳ ಉತ್ಪತ್ತಿ ತಾಣಗಳ ನಾಶʼ ಮಾಡುವ ದಿನವಾಗಿ ಒಣಗಲು ದಿನ (ಡೆಂಗ್ಯೂ-ಡ್ರೈ-ಡೇ ) ಆಚರಣೆ

ಜಿಲ್ಲಾಡಳಿತ, ಜಿಲ್ಲಾ ಪಂಚಾಯತ್‌, ಉಡುಪಿ, ಜಿಲ್ಲಾ ಆರೋಗ್ಯ ಮತ್ತು ಕುಟುಂಬ ಕಲ್ಯಾಣ ಇಲಾಖೆ, ಉಡುಪಿ, ಜಿಲ್ಲಾ ರೋಗವಾಹಕ ಆಶ್ರಿತ ರೋಗಗಳ ನಿಯಂತ್ರಣಾಧಿಕಾರಿಗಳ ಕಛೇರಿ, ಉಡುಪಿ, ರೋಟರಿ ಕ್ಲಬ್‌, ಕಲ್ಯಾಣಪುರ, ನಗರಸಭೆ, ಉಡುಪಿ, ತಾಲೂಕು ಆರೋಗ್ಯಾಧಿಕಾರಿಗಳ ಕಛೇರಿ, ಉಡುಪಿ, ಇವರ ಸಂಯುಕ್ತಾಶ್ರಯದಲ್ಲಿ ಕೆಳಾರ್ಕಳಬೆಟ್ಟು, ಗೋಪಾಲಪುರ, ಇಲ್ಲಿನ ರೈನಾ ಅಪಾರ್ಟ್‌ ಮೆಂಟ್‌ ನಲ್ಲಿ ವಾರದ ಒಂದು ದಿನ ಪ್ರತೀ ಶುಕ್ರವಾರ ಈಡೀಸ್‌ ಸೊಳ್ಳೆಗಳ ಉತ್ಪತ್ತಿ ತಾಣಗಳ ನಾಶ ಮಾಡುವ ದಿನ (ಡೆಂಗ್ಯೂ ಡ್ರೈ ಡೇ) ವನ್ನು

RACHANA Catholic chamber of Commerce and Industry Mangalore holds talk on Trending Strategies in Modern Business

Rachana Catholic Chamber of Commerce and Industry Mangalore, a forum of Catholic Entrepreneurs Professionals and Agriculturists organized an enlightening event titled "Trending Strategies" at St. Sebastian Church Hall on 27th July 2024. The event commenced with prayer led by Fr Ashwin Cardoza Director ICYM, Diocese of Mangalore. President Mr John B Monteiro delivered a heartfelt welcome to the gu

Kemmannu ICYM Youths Meet Elders on World Day for Grandparents and Elders.

Kemmannu, July 28, 2024: On World Day for Grandparents and Elders, the ICYM youths led by its president McLean Fernandes and Animator Melwyn Fernandes visited the Parish Elders, took their blessing and conveyed the good wishes of the Day. World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly is a fairly recent event that was designated and declared by Pope Francis in 2021. In his declaration of the day, the

Final Journey of Rev. Fr Anthony Peter, a Priest of Diocese of Shimoga

Shivamogga, July 26, 2024: Funeral ceremony of Rev. Fr Anthony Peter, Parish Priest of St. Theresa of Child Jesus Church, Shikaripura held today at Sacred Heart Cathedral, Shivamogga at 10am today. Rev. Fr Anthony Peter, met with an road accident on Tuesday 23rd July afternoon, at Chinnikatte on the way to his parish Shikaripura. He was travelling from Shivamogga. He died on the spot. His mortal

St Agnes PU College, Mangaluru, organized Eco-Week 2024.

“Environment” encompasses everything around us & it plays a crucial role in sustaining of life on earth. A healthy environment is essential for human well – being, economic prosperity and sustainable development. To foster the interest & care for nature among the students, the Eco- club “SRISHTI” under the aegis of the Department of Biology, St Agnes PU College, Mangaluru, organized Eco-Week 2024.

Enjoy the exquisite flavors of Monsoon Milan at Bondel, Mangalore

On Sunday, July 21, 2024, the Ladies Association of St. Lawrence Church in Bondel hosted the Monsoon Milan event at 11:30 a.m. in the church hall. The programme commenced with a heartfelt prayer song seeking divine blessings, followed by a warm welcome from Mrs. Avitha Mascarenhas, the association’s President. Guests were warmly welcomed by the office bearers, each receiving a rose. Rev. Fr Andr