Spreading message of harmony is responsibility of everyone, not just one religion: Dr N Vinaya Hegde
NITTE University, Yenepoya University, Mangalore Diocese Bishop organise Iftaar get-together
Mangaluru: Nitte (Deemed to be University) and Yenepoya (Deemed to be University) hosted an Iftaar get-together on Friday at the Nitte University campus in Mangaluru to promote harmony among different religions. The event was attended by various dignitaries, including Dr. N Vinaya Hegde, Chancellor of Nitte University, Dr. Yenepoya Abdulla Kunhi, Chancellor of Yenepoya University, and Most Reverend Dr. Peter Paul Saldanha, Bishop of Mangalore Diocese.
Dr. Hegde emphasized that spreading the message of harmony is the responsibility of everyone, not just one religion. He also noted the importance of such events in promoting brotherhood in society.
“The Ullal-Deralakatte-Konaje region has progressed greatly in the field of education. Thousands of education aspirants from several countries are studying in institutions in the region,” said the Nitte University Chancellor and added, “The image of Mangaluru has been tainted due to certain undesired incidents. Organizing a program on university campuses is an attempt from our side to spread the important message of brotherhood in society.” He said.
Justice N Santhosh Hegde, former Lokayukta and retired judge of the Supreme Court, stated that fasting during Ramzan is not only good for the body but for society as a whole. He also emphasized the need to respect each other's religions and conduct more events like the Iftar party to promote unity.
"It is natural for each person to respect his or her religion the most, but none should develop an attitude of one’s religion is the greatest. The importance of conducting events like the Iftar party only rises, in an effort to subdue such differentiation in society." Justice Hegde said.
Most Reverend Dr. Peter Paul Saldanha highlighted the importance of brotherhood in every religion and how events like Iftar can help people understand and respect the sacrifice, tolerance, and self-control of Muslims during Ramzan fasting. "Ridding the world of hatred requires us to join together like this, in such programs, more often," the Bishop added.
“We are living in times where conflict and violence are on the rise. Muslims have a great social responsibility, under such circumstances. We need to spread the message of harmony by following the conventions of Islam,” Dr. Yenepoya Abdulla Kunhi said in his address.
Maulana Abdul Aziz Darimi added that the Iftar party was not just a ritual but an opportunity to help the mind and heart grow. Dr. Yenepoya Abdulla Kunhi also stressed the importance of hunger and how the Ramzan fast teaches people its value.
Vice-chancellor of Mangalore University Dr. BS Yadapadithaya, MLC Harish Kumar, former MLC Ivan D’Souza, Dr. Naveenchandra Bhandary, Dr. Shantharam Shetty, Dr. Akhtar Hussain, Dr. Amir Ali, Dr. UT Ifthikar Ali, Prof. Chinnappa Gowda, Dr. Yenepoya Farhad, Dr. Mohan Alva, Dr. Vishal Hegde, Dr. Twaheer, Dr. CP Habeeburrahman, Kanachur Monu, Abdul Nasir Luckystar, Ullal Dargah head BG Haneef Haji, former Mayor K Ashraf, Dr. Abdul Rashid Zaini Kamil, Aboobakar Siddiq Montugoli, Haji Ibrahim Kodijal, Haider Parthipady, Shashidhar Hegde, Ravindra Shetty Ulidottu, SM Rashid Haji, Mansoor Ahmed Azad, and Rohan Monteiro were among the dignitaries who attended the Iftar party.
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Elephant calf brought from Bijnor kept under care at Pilibhit Tiger Reserve
Pilibhit (PTI): A 19-day-old elephant calf, brought from Bijnor, was placed under care at the Pilibhit Tiger Reserve (PTR) on Sunday, an official said and added that the calf got separated from its mother in the forest area of Bijnor.
The calf was born on December 2 in the Bijnor forest area and got separated from its mother shortly after birth, the official said.
The forest department made several attempts to reunite it with its mother, but without any success. To ensure the calf's safety and better care, it was decided to transfer it to the Pilibhit Tiger Reserve on the instructions of senior officials.
On Saturday, Deputy Director Manish Singh received the calf. Special arrangements have been made in the reserve for its care. It has been kept in a safe and clean environment to provide it with a natural setting and protect it from external noise and disturbances.
Singh told reporters that raising an 19-day-old calf is challenging.
It requires a special diet as a substitute for mother's milk and constant monitoring.
He said a special team has been formed to provide 24-hour care. Since the calf is very young, it is being cared for like a newborn baby.
According to Singh, the primary responsibility for monitoring the calf's health has been entrusted to PTR's veterinarian, Dr Daksh Gangwar. Under his supervision, a complete record of the calf's health checkups, diet, and body temperature is being maintained. The team is ensuring that the calf does not contract any infection.
