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The Hindu
25-06-2025
- The Hindu
Fearless reporting is the soul of journalism: Police Commissioner
Mangaluru City Police Commissioner Sudheer Kumar Reddy on Wednesday, June 25, said it is important for reporters to maintain authenticity in the news and not rush to write or display news in a hurry. Speaking after presenting the 'Brand Mangaluru' award to Vijay Kotian Padu, reporter with a vernacular daily at the Mangaluru Press Club on Wednesday, Mr. Reddy said, in rush to be the first to provide the news, it is not good to write something that comes to the mind and cause injustice. In conflict situations, it is important to tell the truth, rather than treat the accused and the victim on equal footing. 'If you (reporters) write truth there is no need to fear,' he said. If compassion is reflected in the report then there will be no problem. The differences will ease out in the society. Journalists should act like a light to dispel darkness in the society. Fearless reporting, he said, was the soul of reporting. Referring to the work of Russian investigative journalist Anna Politkovskaya, Mr. Reddy said if journalists do their work with noble intention he/she need not fear. Mr. Reddy said journalists, including those in Radio, kept on reporting on positive things while genocide was happening in Rwanda. Over the years differences among communities died down and effort was made to outlaw mischief mongers in Rwanda. 'Similar work needs to be done by journalists in Mangaluru too,' he said. The 'Brand Mangaluru' award was instituted by Dakshina Kannada Working Journalists Association. Mr. Padu was chosen for his report on Muslims donning 'Huli vesha'.
Hans India
25-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Hans India
Vijay Kotian awarded for celebrating cultural unity
Mangaluru: Senior journalist Vijay Kotian of Vijaya Karnataka has been conferred with the 'Brand Mangaluru' award by the Dakshina Kannada Working Journalists' Association for his reportage highlighting communal harmony in coastal Karnataka. The award recognises Kotian's feature story titled 'Asif Adds Spirit to Tiger Dance in Khadi', published on October 2, 2024, which profiled a Muslim youth's participation in the region's traditional Hulivesha (tiger dance) while donning khadi attire—an act seen as symbolic of social cohesion and cultural inclusiveness. The award includes a cash prize of ₹5,001, a citation, and a memento. The jury comprised ACP (CCRB) Geetha Kulkarni, senior journalist Jaideep Shenoy, and journalism lecturer Guruprasad, according to a release issued by Association General Secretary Jitendra Kundeshwar. Kotian, who began his journalism career with Hosa Digantha, has spent more than two decades reporting for Vijaya Karnataka. He has previously been recognised with the P. Go. Award (2019–20), the B.S. Venkataram State Award for an investigative report on drug abuse presented at the Kalaburagi State Journalists' Convention (2022), and the Karnataka Media Academy's Abhimani Datti Award. Hailing from Neerumarga–Padubondanthila village, Kotian is the son of Gopal Poojary and Kamala. The felicitation ceremony is scheduled for June 25 at 11 am at Patrika Bhavana in Mangaluru. City Police Commissioner Sudheer Kumar Reddy will present the award, in the presence of Association President Srinivas Nayak Indaje, Press Club President P.B. Harish Rai, and Patrika Bhavana Trust President Ramakrishna R.
Time of India
08-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Daskath Movie Review: A gritty portrait of power, resistance, and rural reality
For a film to effectively tackle a serious issue, it needs a powerful antagonist—and Daskath delivers with one of the most memorable villains in recent times. Meet Yuva Shetty as Gunapaala: a monstrous caricature of unchecked power, with a bloated ego to match his bulging stomach. Always in a crisp white shirt and with a betel-stained mouth, he rules the panchayat like a deranged monarch—corrupt, cruel, and intolerant of anything that disturbs his twisted sense of order. He's not just greedy; he's pathologically opposed to discomfort. From killing a bird that dirtied his bike to silencing a barking dog, Gunapaala is driven by a toxic superiority complex, determined to keep others beneath him in every possible way. Opposing him is a fiery group of young men bent on disrupting his reign. At the centre is Shekhara (Deekshith), always in fight mode; Keshava (Mohan), torn by family duties; Baadu, entangled romantically with Gunapaala's daughter Baagi (Bhavya Poojary); and Deepu, a spirited youngster immersed in the village's cultural life. Each member of this tight-knit gang has a personal stake in the chaos created by Gunapaala. The film hinges on the idea that a single official signature—Daskath—could solve many of the villagers' problems. But in a system riddled with socio-political and cultural hurdles, the real question is: do they have the courage to stand up to the monster in power? Aneesh Poojary steers the film with clarity and conviction. The narrative captures the day-to-day reality of a remote village with striking realism—its culture, traditions, beliefs, and the challenges faced across generations. Without ever feeling preachy, the film weaves in multiple social issues with subtlety and sensitivity. While the pace dips occasionally, Aneesh restores momentum through well-timed surprises that re-engage the viewer. Two standout highlights are the background score and casting. The music, rooted in local flavour, brings emotional depth and energy to key moments. The casting is impeccable—naturalistic performances make it feel like the characters truly belong in the village. Visually, the film beautifully captures the lush, rustic essence of Kepulapalke. Daskath follows in the footsteps of regional gems like Kantara, Garuda Gamana Vrishabha Vahana, and Ulidavaru Kandanthe, showcasing Karavali's unique culture—from Daiva traditions to Hulivesha dance. Though its ambition to address numerous social issues leaves some threads unresolved, this open-endedness may be its boldest statement—reflecting rural life's messy, unfinished realities. For those who value grounded storytelling rooted in place, Daskath is a must-watch. By Susmita Sameera
