Barkur, Nov 2: The Expressions, a name synonymous with quality entertainment ventures in and around Barkur, which had gone into hibernation for a while, is now geared up once again for what it is best known for, another unique venture. 'Tuvvi-Tuvvi' a unique show by little children which will mesmerize the adults too will be presented by the group on November 4 at Souharda, the Barkur parish hall.

A group of 15 specially-trained talented children from Mangalore who have performed all around Mangalore and also in Mumbai, Karwar and Goa where they were well-appreciated will sing, dance and present skits all by themselves for 2 hours without stop. The show coincides with the First Holy Communion day at Barkur church and marks the forthcoming children's day on
 November 14.

The organizers are expecting a packed auditorium as this is the first-of-its-kind of a show in the vicinity which will start dot at 6.30 pm with a small introductory session and will end at 9 pm sharp.

Kundapur: Dr Narasimha Shetty Yedethare (87), son of Bangady Chikkayya Shetty and Chandamma Shetty Yedethare, Kundapur, husband of Manorama Shetty, brother of former MLA Yedethare Manjayya Shetty, passed away on Wednesday, October 31 evening.

Yedethare was a retired district surgeon and founder of Yedethare Nursing Home and Clinic. He served as president of Rotary Club – Kundapur and was former president of Bunts Association Kundapur, administrative director of Bhandarkar’s College, Kundapur, administrative council member of V K R English Medium School, Kundapur, president of Karavali Education Trust, Byndoor Venkataramana Temple religious trust director, correspondent of Yedethare Education Trust. He was the recipient of Best state government employee award.

Details of last rites will be announced later. 

Ph: 91 8254 231604 (Yedethare Hospital)

Kundapur, Oct 29: Paddy growers of the coastal district of Udupi have been left in the lurch owing to continuous rain from the beginning of the Navarathri festival.

The farmers could not reap the harvest as bundles of stalked paddy have gone rotten in their fields. Many of the paddy fields in places like Beejadi, Tekkatte, Kodi, from Uppinkudru to Uppunda have been under water resulting in the break down of harvesting operation.

Comparing with the yield of the previous year, this year the produce has generally been found better. But, unfortunately many of the paddy fields, have not under gone the harvesting operation because of unusual heavy downpour.

Unlike during the last year there has been no such infection called “Benki Roga”. Many of the farmers were expecting a good yield. But a specter of uncertainty is haunting them owing to excessive rain.

The state is now under governor’s rule and the growers are looking for his timely help. But does it come forth?

Udupi, Oct 31: Konkani singing and ‘Voveo-Vers’ competition organized by the Konkani Sangatan of the district and Catholic Sabha of Udupi deanery, was held at the Don Bosco hall here on Sunday October 28.

In all, 125 persons participated in the competition, clearly indicating the level of interest shown by Konkani people towards culture and language. The competetors at the ‘Voveo-Vers’ competition were dressed in bridal costumes such as flowing beautiful saris bedecked in flowers and ornaments.

The results of the competition were as follows:

Primary Class: First: Onilla D Souza, Kalmady; Second: Clive Quadros, Moodbelle; Third: Manisha D Souza, Udupi.

High School: First: Amruth d Silva, Katpady; Second: Venisha Lobo, Udupi; Third: Mishal D Souza,  Moodbelle.

Voveo: First: Katpady Parish group;   Second: Udupi; Third: Moodbelle

Consolation:  Kuntalnagar and Kalmady

Dr Gerald Pinto, president of the Konkani Sangatan and Fr Mathew Vas, the vicar forane of Udupi distributed away the prizes. Charles Quadros, president of Udupi deanerywelcomed the gathering. Louis D'Almeida, the secretary and convener of the competition proposed the vote of thanks. Anitha Monis, the joint secretary compered the programme. Konkani Sagatan and Karnataka Konkani Sahitya Academy both sponsored the prizes.

Kundapur, Oct 30: The foundation stone laying ceremony of Rosary Credit Co-Operative Bank was held here recently. The bank was successfully functioning in a rented premise for the past 15 years. 

Kundapur parish priest, Fr Antony Lobo, laid the foundation stone for the proposed construction of new building at a cost of Rs 13 lac at Kundeshwar Temple road, near P K R Acharya English Medium School, here.

Bank chairman A J Buthello, Kundapur parish council vice-president Basil D’Souza, directors Henry Dias, Roque John Carvalho, Joseph Fernandes, Nathalian D’Souza, Cyprian Menezes, former director Wilfred D’Souza, secretary Pascal D’Souza, manager Mabel D’Souza, engineer Daniel Pinto, contractor Joy Rebello, bank staff and stakeholders were present, at the occasion.

Bank deputy chairman Vinay Pais, compered the programme.