Mangaluru: Students, parents and educators gathered in large numbers at the Bearys Knowledge Campus (BKC), here at Innoli during the “Campus Connect & Talent Hunt – 2026” held on Saturday, April 11.
The event commenced with a welcome address by Dr. C. Kamalakannan, Principal of Bearys Institute of Technology (BIT), Mangalore.
Speaking at the event, Dr. C. Kamalakannan emphasized the importance of holistic education and encouraged students to explore opportunities that nurture both academic and personal growth.
Dr. S. I. Manjur Basha, Director of BKC, addressed the gathering and highlighted the institution’s commitment to excellence in education and student development.
The program was effectively anchored by Master of Ceremony Joyson Merinda, who ensured smooth coordination throughout the event.
During the event, a total of 36 meritorious students were recognized and awarded for their academic achievements. The initiative aimed to support and motivate deserving students in pursuing higher education.
More than 200 students from schools and colleges in and around Mangalore actively participated in the event.
Riyaz, Secretary of MIEF, Mangalore, delivered an inspiring message, encouraging students to take advantage of educational opportunities and career guidance initiatives.
The event concluded with a vote of thanks proposed by Abdul Latheef, Principal of BIPUC, who expressed gratitude to the organizers, participants, and guests for making the event a grand success.
The program also featured career guidance sessions, a technical and science expo, and a food festival, making it an enriching and memorable experience for all attendees.







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Imphal (PTI): Security forces have destroyed 23 bunkers illegally constructed in Manipur's Ukhrul and seized 18 IEDs in Tengnoupal district in separate operations, a police statement said on Saturday.
The bunkers were destroyed on Thursday in the hill villages of Mongkot Chepu, Shongphel, Mullam, Sirarakhong and Ringue in Litan police station area, it said.
A 12-bore pump action gun, 17 cartridges of different calibres and 111 empty cases of fired bullets were also seized.
At least seven people have been shot dead in different firing incidents and more than 30 houses have been torched since violence broke out between Tangkhul Naga and Kuki communities in Ukhrul district in February this year.
Meanwhile, in a separate operation on Wednesday, security forces seized a cache of arms and explosives in T Bongmol village in Moreh police station area in Tengnoupal district.
Two single-barrel rifles, four 9mm pistols with magazines and 18 improvised explosive devices (IEDs) were seized. The explosives were destroyed on the spot, it added.
