Bhatkal: Fishing boats sink in deep sea
Fishermen rescue video goes viral
Udupi, August 12: The fishing boats left from Malpe shore for fishing sunk in the deep sea at Bhatkal- Gangolli on Sunday due to turmoil in the deep sea.
While returning, two boats capsized in the deep sea and it is said that 16 fishermen were rescued from the sinking boats.
On Saturday, a boat named Shiva Ganesh left for fishing from Malpe with eight fishermen. As the sea gets disturbed due to heavy rains and wind, the boat developed holes in it and started to sink. Later, fishermen gave distress call to Malpe and appealed for rescue. Another boat which also went for fishing from Malpe came to their rescue and saved all the eight fishermen from the sinking boat and brought them to Malpe.
Another boat Padmadas which was returning to Malpe after finishing also capsized near Gangolli. The fishermen trapped in that boat were also rescued. Now, the video of the rescuing activity has gone viral in the social media.
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NRI Kannadiga community should achieve greater accomplishments: Dr. Arathi Krishna
Bahrain: Dr. Arathi Krishna, Vice President of the Non-Resident Indian (NRI) Forum, Government of Karnataka, participated as the Guest of Honour at the prestigious Global Women’s Economic Forum and Exhibition held on January 13, 2025 in Bahrain.
The international event, known for its pivotal role in empowering women entrepreneurs and professionals, provided a unique platform for showcasing business innovations and fostering leadership among women.
During the event, Dr. Krishna emphasized the significance of women’s contributions to entrepreneurship and technological advancements. She noted that the forum's dynamic workshops, panel discussions, and expert speeches offered specialized insights into innovative practices, financial management, and the adoption of new technologies. These knowledge-sharing opportunities are designed to support emerging women entrepreneurs, enabling them to thrive in a competitive global marketplace.
Highlighting the transformative power of such initiatives, Dr. Krishna remarked on the growing achievements of women entrepreneurs in traditionally male-dominated sectors. She acknowledged that the event not only celebrated success stories from across the globe but also inspired young women to pursue entrepreneurship and leadership roles. The participation of women-led businesses from diverse nations underscored the universal nature of entrepreneurial spirit and innovation.
Dr. Krishna also engaged in thoughtful discussions with successful women leaders and interacted with representatives of various Kannada associations in Bahrain. She reiterated her appeal to the global NRI Kannada community to strive for excellence and greater accomplishments in their respective fields.
