Bengaluru: The Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC) on Friday, July 9 issued a press release stating that it will resume bus services to Kerala starting July 12, 2021, after it was resumed due to COVID-19 lockdown.

The bus services to the neighboring states will resume from Puttur, Mangaluru, Bengaluru, Mysuru, and other parts of the state.

The passengers traveling from Kerala to Karnataka on KSRTC buses will have to present a COVID negative report tested within 72 hours before the scheduled time of the journey or will have to provide proof of taking at least one dose of COVID vaccination.

Students, teachers, and others traveling to Karnataka from Kerala on daily basis will have to provide RT-PCR negative reports done within 15 days.

The passengers will also have to strictly adhere to wearing the face masks and following other COVID-19 guidelines issued by the government.

Reservations of the seats can be made using the official website of KSRTC ( ksrtc.karnataka.gov.in or www.ksrtc.in ) or through the franchise booking counters of KSRTC. For further queries and details passengers can also call KSRTC helpline number 080-26252625, the press statement added.

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Mangaluru: The Bearys Institute of Technology (BIT) and Bearys Enviro Architectural Design School (BEADS) organized the Talent Hunt 2024 program for Pre-University Course (PUC) students on Tuesday, May 14. The event, held at the campus in the city, attracted participants from various regions of Karnataka and Kerala.

The test covered subjects including Physics, Mathematics, and Chemistry.

Commencing at 9:30 am, the program commenced with a warm welcome by Dr. Manjur Basha S I, Principal of BIT, followed by an enlightening session by Dr. Aziz Musthafa, Principal of BIES, who spoke on "How to prepare for the rapidly changing world." Attendees were also treated to a guided tour of the campus, showcasing its diverse facilities.

MP Maleeha Fathima secured a 100 percent scholarship, while Haneefa Riham and Shahida Banu were awarded 50 percent scholarships. Additionally, seven students received a 25 percent scholarship, with all other participants being granted a 10 percent scholarship.

Over 150 students with parents toured the campus and appreciated the student-centric facilities. Dr. Anjum Khan, HOD Basic Science delivered the vote of thanks, Ar. Khaleel, Principal, BEADS, Mrs. Prafwere, Admission Officer, and Heads of various Departments were also present.