Hubballi, October 27: Senior journalist and State Media Academy awardee YN Joshi passes away here on Saturday. He was 86.
He was suffering from illness and was undergoing treatment at Vivekananda hospital. He breathed his last at the hospital on Saturday at 6.45am, according to family sources.
Working in various newspapers, he was known for his column 'Bevu Bella' in Samyukta Karnataka. He has written various articles on agriculture. He was also known for his surveys on elections.
Karnataka Media Academy has given him the Academy award considering his contribution to media field. He is survived by two sons and a daughter.
CM's condolence
Chief Minister HD Kumaraswamy condoled the death of NY Joshi.
In his condolence message, the CM said that Joshi was an inspiration for many young writers and known for his ethical values in his profession. With his death, the media field has lost a link of senior journalists. Let his soul rests in peace, he said.
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(Press Release)- Mangalore, November 28, 2024: The Department of Mechanical Engineering at Bearys Institute of Technology (BIT), in association with the BIT NSS, organized a Constitution Day event under the theme “My Constitution, My Pride.” The event, held at the International Seminar Hall, saw active participation from students, NSS volunteers, and faculty.
The keynote address was delivered by Prof. Pushparaj, a distinguished academic from SDM Law College, Mangalore, who highlighted the significance of constitutional principles in shaping a progressive and inclusive society.
The event commenced with a welcome address by Head of Mechanical Engineering Department Dr. Vasantha Kumar, followed by an inaugural address by Dr. S I Manjur Basha, Principal of BIT.
The ceremony featured notable activities, including the watering of a plant to symbolize growth and sustainability, the oath taking of constitution's Preamble led by Dr. Mohamed Kafeel Delvi.
The Chief Guest, Prof. Pushparaj, was introduced by Dr. Imran Mokashi,Associate Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering.
The event was coordinated by Dr. Mohamed Kafeel Delvi, NSS Program Officer & Associate Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering.
The event concluded with a vote of thanks delivered by Dr. Sandeep Nambiar S, Assistant Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering.
Saifulla, a student of the 3rd Semester, Mechanical Department, served as the Master of Ceremonies, ensuring the program flowed seamlessly.
This celebration reinforced the importance of the Constitution and inspired attendees, to uphold its values in their daily lives.