Bearys group of institutions hosts ‘UTHKARSH 2025’ talent fest for PU, school students
Mangaluru: Bearys Group of Institutions successfully organised UTHKARSH 2025, an inter-institutional talent fest exclusively for SSLC/10th and II PUC/12th students, at the Bearys Knowledge Campus, Lands End, Boliyar.
Around 20 schools, 10 PU colleges, and nearly 500 students took part in the event.
Giving a start to the event, Abdul Lathief, Principal, BIPUC, greeted the participants and highlighted the importance of such platforms in nurturing student talent.
Dr. S. I. Manjur Basha, Principal, BIT, graced the event as the chief guest.
Dr. S. I. Manjur Basha, addressing the gathering, gave an overview of the Bearys group of institutions and UTHKARSH.
Furthermore, he emphasized the institution’s commitment to providing holistic learning experiences and encouraging innovation among young learners.
Additionally, the event featured a session by Dr. Aziz Musthafa, Principal, BIES, who spoke on “Career Opportunities,” guiding students on emerging prospects in various fields and the value of informed academic choices.
A series of exciting competitions, ranging from science models and AI exploration to treasure hunt, quiz, rangoli, and digital media contests were organised
UTHKARSH 2025 offered students a chance to win cash prizes worth ₹1,00,000, making the competition both enriching and rewarding.
Prof. Prithviraj M., Director, BIT Polytechnic, delivered the vote of thanks.
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Guv Gehlot clears bill paving way for Panchayat elections through ballots
Bengaluru (PTI): Karnataka Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot has given his assent to the Karnataka Gram Swaraj and Panchayat Raj (Amendment) Act that will pave the way for holding the Panchayat elections through ballots instead of Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs).
Following the assent, the Act was notified in the state gazette on Wednesday.
The bill was passed by both houses of the Karnataka legislature in March during the budget session, amid protests by the opposition BJP.
As per the law, the principle of secrecy of the ballot is a cornerstone of free and fair elections, as recognised by the judiciary, which emphasised that the secrecy of the ballot protects voters from coercion, intimidation, and undue influence, thereby safeguarding the sanctity of the democratic process in several judgments of the Supreme Court.
Some concerns have been raised regarding the functioning of EVMs, necessitating a return to the robust secret ballot paper system to restore public trust, according to the Act.
Justifying its decision, the Karnataka government said there is “a growing consensus on the need to strengthen electoral mechanisms that prioritise anonymity and transparency”.
