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NACHOMIA KUMPASAR Konkani musical love story movie screened on International Women’s Day as FUND RAISER for Susheg charitable trust, a DEMENTIA CRNTRE

A well acclaimed movie directed by Bardroy Baretto, Nachom-ia-Kumpasar was screened at PVR Nexus Mangalore as a Fund raiser for Susheg Jivith Dementia Care Centre by SILVER CIRCLE a volunteer Elder care group in Mangalore.

The bittersweet relationship between a young singer and her musician mentor set against the backdrop of the jazz clubs of Bombay and the musicians from Goa during the 60s. Lawry a young Goan musician playing in the nightclubs of Bombay returns to Goa to find a singer for his band where he meets Dona. While Lawry moulds the impressionable young Dona into a talented singer, they fall deeply in love. The emotional rollercoaster of a love story is destined for tragedy. The film weaves its lilting narrative through 20 timeless songs Nachom-ia Kumpasar is a nostalgic musical tale set in the times these musicians lived and died in – unrecognized, unappreciated…and unsung.

Nachom-ia Kumpasar beautifully weaves together music, drama, and romance, capturing the essence of Goan culture and its unique musical traditions.

The film stars Vijay Maurya as Lawrence and Palomi Ghosh as Dona. Lawrence is a jazz trumpeter and songwriter who finds in the talented Dona the perfect voice for his band. Their mutual passion threatens their professional partnership, especially since Lawrence is married and is unable to leave his wife for Dona.

The soundtrack has 20 classic Konkani tunes based on Chris Perry’s original recordings. A time machine that transports viewers into the pulsating Konkani music scene in the 1960s and 1970s, which also influenced the Hindi film world. One of the narrative’s themes is the neglected contributions by Goan musicians to some of Hindi cinema’s biggest hits.

Public demand for this throwback to an era of melody was instant and massive. The movie’s emergence was as low-key as its impact has been huge. The film went viral after the premiere itself several years ago, and they didn’t even have a trailer ready when it was done. The film was also never released in cinemas and Bardroy has been relying on word of mouth and updates about screenings on their Facebook page to get the word out.

With 34 awards. 21 International, 3 National, and 10 State Awards
This movie is a “must see”.

INSIGNIA | AIMIT | ST. ALOYSIUS UNIVERSITY | BEERI | MANGALORE

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National-Level Management Fest ‘INSIGNIA 2026’ Inaugurated at St Aloysius Deemed to be University

Mangaluru, Mar 16: The Department of MBA, School of Business and Management at St Aloysius Deemed to be University, AIMIT Centre, organised its national-level management fest INSIGNIA 2026 on March 16 at the Arthur Shenoi Auditorium, AIMIT Centre, Beeri.

The future of management will not belong merely to those who maximize profits. It will belong to those who can balance ambition with responsibility, innovation with compassion, and growth with sustainability. This spirit of balance and purpose was captured in the theme of Insignia 2026 — “Equilibria: Balancing People, Profit and Planet.”

The fest witnessed enthusiastic participation from undergraduate colleges across the country, with teams representing regions from Jaipur to Goa and Kerala. A total of 23 teams comprising 202 students from various institutions took part in the event.
The inaugural ceremony was graced by chief guest Mr. Jeevan Deric D’Souza, HR Business Partner at EG India, and the Director (AIMIT Centre), Dr Fr Kiran Coth SJ.

Addressing the gathering, the chief guest Mr. Jeevan Deric D’Souza D’Souza highlighted the transformative impact of emerging technologies such as generative AI and agentic AI on human resource management. He emphasised the importance of professional networking in shaping future careers and encouraged students to actively engage in industry networks to build connections, enhance leadership capabilities, and remain aligned with evolving corporate practices.

In his address, the Director Dr Fr Kiran Coth urged students to participate with enthusiasm and view themselves as winners irrespective of outcomes, noting that the experience itself would be transformational. He also explained that the title ‘Insignia’ signifies a “distinguished scholar,” and described each participant as a worthy representative of their institution. He highlighted that the Jesuit mission and ideals align closely with the modern understanding of the triple bottom line: People, Planet and Profit, which lies at the heart of today’s responsible management practices.

The programme was attended by Dean, School of Business and Management, Dr Rajani Suresh, faculty convenors Dr Annette Maben and Pramodh Dsouza, along with staff members, students, participants and members of the organising committee.

INSIGNIA 2026 provided a dynamic platform for management students to demonstrate analytical, strategic, and leadership competencies through a series of competitive events, fostering innovation, collaboration, and responsible management practices among aspiring business leaders.

Outcome | Drawing Water from the Well | Global TV

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Lowering the Bucket a Hundred Times Means Nothing if It Comes Up Empty

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Picture a village that depends on a single old well. Every morning, a worker walks to the well with a sturdy bucket and a long rope. Nearby there is a garden filled with promise. Rows of plants are ready to grow into fruits, vegetables, and flowers that could feed families and bring income to the entire village. Everyone knows that watering the garden is essential for the future of the community.

The worker lowers the bucket into the well again and again. The rope goes down. The rope comes up. From a distance, it looks like serious effort. The motion continues throughout the day. Lower the bucket. Lift the bucket. Lower the bucket. Lift the bucket. People passing by see constant movement and assume the garden must be thriving.

But when the bucket reaches the top, it is empty.

Instead of pausing to ensure that the bucket actually fills with water, the worker quickly drops it down again. The routine continues. Hours pass. The garden remains dry.

At the end of the day, the worker proudly says, “I lowered the bucket a hundred times today.” On paper, the effort looks impressive. The activity appears productive. But the plants are still thirsty. The soil is still cracked. The garden produces nothing.

The problem is not the well. The water is there in abundance. The bucket is strong. The rope is reliable. The worker is energetic and sincere. The problem is that the most important step is being ignored. The bucket is never filled with water.

This is what often happens in organizations and initiatives.

Meetings are conducted. Plans are prepared. Programs are launched. Partnerships are discussed. People move busily from one activity to another. From the outside it looks like progress.

But if these activities do not create opportunities, generate revenue, and produce meaningful outcomes, the effort becomes similar to lowering an empty bucket into the well again and again.

Real success comes from making sure the bucket is filled every time it goes down.

Opportunity creation is the water in the well. Revenue generation is the water inside the bucket. Sharing that revenue is what nourishes the garden so that everyone benefits from the harvest.

When the bucket comes up full, the garden grows. When the garden grows, the village prospers.

Effort alone does not create prosperity. Only outcomes do.

So the real question is not how many times we lower the bucket.

The real question is simple.

Did we bring up water?

HM Pernal | Konkani author | Sahitya Akademi Award 2025 | Global TV

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Mangaluru Author H.M. Pernal Bags Prestigious Sahitya Akademi Award 2025 for Konkani Literary Criticism

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Renowned Mangaluru-based Konkani author H.M. Pernal (Henry Mendonca) has been honored with the prestigious Sahitya Akademi Award 2025 for Konkani. The award recognizes his acclaimed work of literary criticism, Konkani Kavyem: Rupam Ani Rupakam, published in 2021.


Konkani, a scheduled language since 1992, was recognized as a literary language by the National Academy of Letters (Sahitya Akademi) in 1975. Since 1977, the Akademi has annually awarded excellence in Konkani literature. Spoken across five Indian states—Goa, Karnataka, Kerala, Maharashtra, and Gujarat—this is the fourth Sahitya Akademi Award for a Mangaluru-based Konkani writer. Previous recipients include C.F.D. Costa (1992, poetry), Melvyn Rodrigues (2011, poetry), and Edwin J.F.D. Souza (2016, novel).


Pernal’s book marks a historic milestone as the first Konkani work in the genre of literary criticism to receive the award. It previously earned the Best Book Award from the Karnataka Konkani Sahitya Academy in 2021 and from the Goa Konkani Akademi in 2023. The volume features an elaborate foreword by Jnanpith Awardee Damodar Mauzo and was published by Kavita Publications, the publishing arm of Kavita Trust®️, dedicated to promoting Konkani poetry since 2001.
Originally from Pernal in Udupi district, Henry Mendonca began his literary journey in Kannada as a young writer, with poems featured in journals such as Sankramana, Shoodra, and Tainudi. In the early 1980s, he transitioned to Konkani, starting as a cartoonist for Yuvak monthly before establishing himself as a short story writer, poet, and critic.
To date, Pernal has authored four poetry collections—Chalyank Chotrai (1999), Khaidyachyo Kavita (2004), Bamunnachem Cheddum (2006), and Zanel (2025)—two short story collections—Devaak Sodullo Paddo (2002) and Beg ani Bigaath (2016)—and one book of literary criticism, the award-winning Konkani Kavyem: Rupam Ani Rupakam (2021).

His contributions have been widely recognized with numerous accolades, including: Vimala V. Pai Vishwa Konkani Literary Award for Beg ani Bigaath (2017), Kavita Trust N. Mathias Family Poetry Award (2018), Karnataka Konkani Sahitya Academy Book Award for Konkani Kavyem: Rupam Ani Rupakam (2021), Karnataka Konkani Sahitya Academy Honorary Award for Literature (2022), Dakshina Kannada District Rajyotsava Award for Konkani Literature and Journalism (2023) and Goa Konkani Akademi Best Book Award for Konkani Kavyem: Rupam Ani Rupakam (2023)
With over 850 poems, 100 short stories, and 2,000 articles to his credit, Pernal continues to nurture Konkani literature through innovative platforms. In 2011, he launched the Konkani literary portal kittall.com, which has run uninterrupted, digitally empowering veteran and young writers. In 2013, he founded the monthly ARSO, now in its 12th year. Through Kittall Publications, he has released more than 15 titles and currently heads the Michael D’Souza Vision Konkani Publication Grant, providing up to ₹40,000 per title to emerging authors. The ₹40-lakh initiative is fully sponsored by NRI philanthropist Michael D’Souza.

Pernal also champions young talent annually via the Kittall Youth Award, sponsored by NRI entrepreneur and philanthropist Leo Rodrigues, which includes a ₹25,000 cash prize.

A dedicated leader in the Konkani literary community, Pernal served as Working President of the All India Konkani Sahitya Sammelan in 2023 and currently holds the position of Treasurer at the All India Konkani Parishad. He has also served as President of the Konkani Writers Forum and is a member of the Konkani Language Advisory Board at Sahitya Akademi.
This Sahitya Akademi Award underscores Pernal’s enduring impact on Konkani literature, blending sharp critique with a lifelong commitment to cultural preservation and innovation.

Rotarian Lal Goel addressed a meeting of the Rotary Club of Pune Central at the Poona Club on March 15 | Global TV

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ROTARY CAN PLAY A KEY ROLE IN PROMOTING ORGAN DONATION IN INDIA: ROTARIAN LAL GOEL

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Pune, March 15, 2026: Renowned organ donation advocate Rotarian Lal Goel, Founder and Charter President of the Rotary Club of Organ Donation International and Chairman of the Organ Donation India Foundation & GYAN, called on Rotary Clubs across the country to take a proactive role in promoting organ donation in India.

Rotarian Lal Goel addressed a meeting of the Rotary Club of Pune Central at the Poona Club on March 15.

Rotarian Lt. Col. Julius Rocque, Secretary (2026–27) of the club, introduced Rotarian Lal Goel as the Chief Guest and Keynote Speaker and highlighted his decades-long contribution to organ donation advocacy.

During his speech, Rotarian Lal Goel suggested three key areas where Rotary Clubs can make a significant impact: raising awareness in educational institutions, helping transplant patients access financial support from government schemes and NGOs, and supporting hospitals to develop Non-Transplant Organ Retrieval Centres (NTORC) in underserved areas.

Rotarian Lekha Nair, President of the Rotary Club of Pune Central, assured support for organ donation initiatives and expressed interest in collaborating with the Rotary Club of Organ Donation International to promote NTORCs in Rotary District 3131. She thanked Rotarians Lal Goel & Dr Vijaysingh Jagannathsingh Pardeshi for coming from Mumbai and Kalyan for the meeting.

Inspired by the speech, Past President Dr Anand Bhatia announced that the club would establish an Organ Donation Committee, while Rotary Ann Dr Madhu Rocque proposed organising several awareness programmes in schools and colleges in Pune.

Rotarian Lal Goel also provided detailed answers to several questions raised by members concerning organ donation, transplantation procedures, and society’s role in advocating this life-saving cause.

On the occasion, following Rotary tradition, Rotarian Lal Goel and Rotarian Lekha Nair exchanged the flags of their respective clubs.

TV | Tele Village | Globally Connected Villages | Global TV

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Home Editions | Home Studios | Home Digital Libraries | For Every Village in India | Great Opportunity for Opportunity Creation

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India is a nation of villages. Across the country more than six hundred thousand villages form the foundation of society. Each village carries its own history culture wisdom and experience. However many of these stories remain within the boundaries of the village and rarely reach the outside world.

At the same time millions of Indians live across different parts of the world. They often wish to stay connected with their native villages. Modern communication technology now makes this possible.

The idea of globally connected villages focuses on using media and knowledge systems to connect every village with the world. The approach is simple and practical. Every village can develop three local platforms. These are Home Editions Home Studios and Home based Digital Libraries. Together they create opportunities for communication learning and employment.

Most importantly this initiative places young people at the center of change. Their leadership can transform villages into active participants in the global digital society.

Tele Village Is Globally Connected Villages

The idea of a Tele Village represents a village that is connected with the wider world through communication and shared knowledge. In a Tele Village the community is not isolated. Instead it participates in a global network where experiences ideas and stories move beyond local boundaries. Through Home Editions Home Studios and Home based Digital Libraries villagers can record their journeys share their challenges and celebrate their achievements. These conversations allow people from other villages and even from other countries to learn from real life experiences. A Tele Village therefore becomes a globally connected village where local wisdom travels far and where global awareness returns to strengthen the community.

The Vision of a Globally Connected Village

A globally connected village is a village that shares its voice with the world while remaining deeply connected to its local community. The village becomes a source of stories experiences and knowledge.

Instead of depending only on outside media the village begins to produce its own content and record its own history. The community becomes both a learner and a teacher.

Young people play a central role in this transformation. By guiding local media activities they help their village communicate with the outside world. Their leadership not only creates new opportunities for themselves but also strengthens the entire community.

Home Editions

Home Editions are local information and news programs created within the village. They function like a village edition of a news bulletin that records important developments in the community.

In a Home Edition villagers can share updates about agriculture education health activities village meetings festivals and social initiatives. These reports help document the everyday life of the village.

Young people can take responsibility for gathering information speaking with villagers and presenting the updates. This activity develops communication skills and confidence among rural youth.

Home Editions also allow people who have moved to cities or other countries to remain connected with their home village. They can watch local developments and stay emotionally connected to their roots.

Home Studios

Home Studios are simple recording spaces created inside homes or community rooms. They do not require expensive equipment. A basic camera or smartphone a microphone and simple lighting are enough to begin.

The Home Studio becomes a meeting place where villagers gather and share their life experiences. These sessions focus on real stories from the community.

People speak about turning points that changed their lives. They describe challenges they faced and how they managed difficult situations. They share success stories that they remember with pride.

Farmers can speak about seasons that tested their strength and the methods they used to recover. Teachers can share their efforts to educate children in challenging conditions. Elders can talk about events that shaped the village. Women entrepreneurs can explain how they built small businesses and supported their families.

Young people organize these conversations and record them through the Home Studio. In this way the wisdom of the community is preserved. The stories become a valuable source of inspiration for younger generations and for other villages.

The leadership of young people in organizing these sessions becomes an important opportunity for them. By bringing people together and documenting their experiences they help build a stronger and more confident society.

Home Based Digital Libraries

Knowledge is essential for development. Many villages do not always have easy access to updated educational resources or learning materials. Home based Digital Libraries help bring knowledge closer to the community.

A Digital Library can be created using a computer television or mobile device connected to the internet. It can store educational programs farming guidance health information and skill development materials.

Students can watch learning videos and improve their studies. Farmers can learn new agricultural techniques. Women groups can explore opportunities for entrepreneurship and self employment.

The Digital Library can also store recordings from the Home Studio. In this way the experiences and wisdom of the village become part of a growing knowledge archive.

Young people can manage and organize these libraries. They become facilitators who guide others in accessing useful information.

Leadership and Career Opportunities for Youth

When Home Editions Home Studios and Digital Libraries work together they create a small but powerful media and knowledge system in every village.

Young people can take leadership roles in reporting recording editing organizing discussions and managing digital information. These activities create practical learning experiences and open doors to careers in media communication and knowledge services.

Even a small team of young people in each village can manage these activities. They become connectors between their community and the wider world.

If every village creates even five such opportunities the impact across India would be enormous. Millions of rural youth could build meaningful careers while remaining in their own communities.

Connecting Villages with the Global Community

Indians living around the world often wish to remain connected with their villages. Through village media and digital platforms they can watch local stories hear familiar voices and understand how their communities are evolving.

This connection strengthens emotional ties between the diaspora and their home villages. It can also encourage cooperation support and knowledge exchange.

A village that shares its stories and experiences becomes visible beyond its geographical boundaries. It becomes part of a larger global conversation.

The idea of globally connected villages is both practical and transformative. By developing Home Editions Home Studios and Home based Digital Libraries every village can become a center of communication learning and community wisdom.

Young people stand at the heart of this transformation. Their leadership in organizing media activities and knowledge platforms can energize entire communities.

When villagers come together to share their experiences document their history and exchange knowledge they build confidence and collective strength.

Through this approach villages become active voices in a connected world while preserving the values and wisdom that define them.

Dinner Meet for Storytelling | We Connect Brilliant People and Institutions of Excellence | Global TV

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The World Is Built on Stories | Transformation Through Storytelling by Global TV

The Story of Humanity

Long before technology connected continents and satellites carried signals across oceans, stories connected human beings. Stories shaped civilizations, built communities, preserved wisdom and inspired change. Every culture, every movement and every great institution has grown through stories that people believed in and shared.

The world has evolved not only through inventions and discoveries but through the stories that gave those achievements meaning. A story inspires courage. A story builds identity. A story creates a vision for the future.

From ancient gatherings around fire to modern digital platforms, storytelling has remained the most powerful tool for human connection. Today this tradition continues in a new and global form through initiatives that recognize the transformative power of stories.

Global TV brings this vision alive through its campaign called Transformation Through Storytelling.

Why Stories Matter More Than Ever

In a fast moving digital age people are surrounded by information, but what truly touches hearts and minds are stories. Facts inform us but stories move us. They help us understand experiences that may be different from our own and build empathy across cultures and generations.

Stories show the human side of success. They reveal the effort behind achievements. They demonstrate how families nurture dreams, how campuses shape young minds, how friendships strengthen journeys and how communities rise together.

When these stories are shared with the world they inspire thousands of others who may be walking a similar path. A story of perseverance encourages another person to continue. A story of innovation encourages a new idea to take shape. A story of community reminds people that collective effort can change the world.

In this way storytelling becomes a powerful catalyst for transformation.

A Platform That Connects Brilliant People

Global TV believes that the world moves forward when brilliant people and institutions of excellence are connected. Every university campus has stories of growth and discovery. Every family carries stories of resilience and values. Every entrepreneur and innovator has a journey that can motivate others.

Through its storytelling campaign Global TV invites individuals, institutions and communities to share the stories that shaped them.

These stories are not limited to famous personalities or large organizations. Often the most inspiring stories are found in ordinary people who made extraordinary efforts to improve their lives or uplift others.

By giving these stories a global platform, Global TV creates a network of inspiration that connects people across countries and cultures.

Stories That Shape Our Lives

The Transformation Through Storytelling campaign celebrates many types of stories that influence human life.

Success Stories highlight triumphs that inspire. They reveal how determination, persistence and vision turn dreams into achievements.

Family Stories remind us that strong values and emotional bonds create the foundation for personal growth and happiness.

Campus Stories capture the journey of learning and discovery. Educational institutions are places where ideas are born and young minds begin shaping the future.

Friendship Stories demonstrate the power of meaningful relationships. Supportive friendships often provide strength during challenging moments.

Community Stories showcase collective spirit. When communities unite they overcome obstacles and create opportunities for everyone.

Innovation Stories present ideas that shape tomorrow. Behind every innovation is a story of curiosity, experimentation and courage.

Each of these narratives contributes to the larger story of humanity.

The Global Impact of Shared Stories

When a story is shared on a global platform its impact multiplies. A local experience becomes a universal lesson. A single journey becomes a guiding light for many others.

This is the essence of the Global TV initiative. It encourages people to reflect on the experiences that transformed them or their institutions and present them to the world.

The campaign invites individuals to ask a powerful question.
What is the story that transformed you, your institution or your community?

Answering this question does more than create content. It creates inspiration, builds connections and strengthens the collective wisdom of society.

A Gathering of Voices

To deepen these connections Global TV organizes storytelling dinner meets where thought leaders, educators, entrepreneurs, innovators and community builders gather to share their experiences.

These gatherings are not ordinary events. They are conversations that celebrate journeys, ideas and visions. Participants exchange stories, learn from each other and build collaborations that extend far beyond the event itself.

In an environment of meaningful dialogue people realize that their experiences are part of a much larger narrative that connects individuals across the world.

Your Story Can Inspire the World

Every person carries a story that has the power to inspire someone else. It may be a story of overcoming adversity, building an institution, creating innovation or strengthening community bonds.

Many people underestimate the importance of their own journeys. Yet history shows that small stories often ignite the biggest movements.

Global TV encourages individuals and institutions to step forward and share their stories with the world.

Your story can inspire a student searching for direction. It can encourage a young entrepreneur to pursue an idea. It can motivate a community to work together for a better future.

Your Story. Our Platform. Global Impact.

The world continues to evolve through stories. They guide our values, shape our dreams and connect our humanity.

Global TV provides a platform where these stories can reach audiences across continents. Through Transformation Through Storytelling the campaign celebrates the belief that every meaningful journey deserves to be heard.

When stories are shared openly they become bridges between people and cultures. They inspire action, nurture hope and create a legacy for future generations.

The world we live in today was shaped by stories.
The world of tomorrow will be shaped by the stories we choose to tell today.

Sir Joseph Kattakayam | Great Editor and a Wonderful Human being | Global TV

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കട്ടക്കയം സാറിനെ | ഷാജി ജേക്കബ് അനുസ്മരിക്കുന്നു | Global TV

ഇന്ന് പ്രിയപ്പെട്ട കട്ടക്കയം സാറിന്റെ ഒന്നാം ചരമവാർഷിക ദിനമായിരുന്നു… അപ്പന്റെ ചരമവാർഷികം… ഞങ്ങൾ ക്രൈസ്തവർക്ക് ഈ ചടങ്ങ് ചാത്തം ആണ്‌… ഇതു പണ്ട് മുതലേ ഉള്ള ഒരു ചടങ്ങാണ്…. കട്ടക്കയം സാറിന്റെ ഇടവകയായ തെള്ളകം പുഷ്പഗിരി പള്ളിയിൽ എത്ര ഗംഭീരമായാണ് മക്കൾ ആ ചടങ്ങ് സംഘടിപ്പിച്ചതെന്നോ… രാവിലെ 11ന് വിശുദ്ധ കുർബാന…

കുർബാനയുടെ ഇടവേളയിൽ മാണി അച്ചന്റെ വക അനുസ്മരണ പ്രഭാഷണം… ശേഷം സെമിത്തേരിയിൽ ഒപ്പീസ്…. പള്ളി ഓഡിറ്റോറിയത്തിൽ തന്നെ സ്വാദൂറുന്ന ചാത്ത സദ്യ…. സാറിന്റെ സഹപ്രവർത്തകർ, സതീർഥ്യർ, അയൽക്കാർ… എന്നു വേണ്ട സാറുമായി ബന്ധം ഉള്ള എല്ലാവരും ഉണ്ടായിരുന്നു…ഒരു അപ്പനെ എങ്ങനെ അനുസ്മരിക്കണം എന്നതിന്റെ പാഠമാണിത്…. ചുമ്മാ അവാർഡും ട്രസ്റ്റും ഒക്കെ ഒണ്ടാക്കി ചീപ് പബ്ലിസിറ്റിക്കു പോകാതെ ഇതുപോലെ പരമ്പരാഗത ചടങ്ങ് നടത്തുക… പുണ്യം കിട്ടും…

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BRAIN-DEATH DECLARATION AND MEDIA REPORTING | Global TV

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ROTARIAN LAL GOEL RAISES SERIOUS QUESTIONS OVER BRAIN-DEATH DECLARATION AND MEDIA REPORTING

In the Case of a Woman in Uttar Pradesh who was reportedly declared “Brain Dead” but Later Recovered

Background
A recent news story widely circulated across various media platforms has generated significant public discussion. According to the reports, Vinita Shukla, a head copyist at the Pilibhit District Court in Uttar Pradesh, was allegedly declared “brain dead” at a private hospital in Bareilly. While being transported home for the last rites, the ambulance reportedly hit a pothole near Hafizganj, after which she showed signs of movement.

As per the reports, her family noticed the movement following the sudden jolt and immediately rushed her to a hospital in Pilibhit where treatment was initiated. The treating neurosurgeon, Dr Rakesh Singh, reportedly suspected the possibility of a snake bite and administered anti-venom injections along with other treatment. Within about 24 hours, her condition reportedly began to improve, and after nearly 13 days of treatment, she recovered and returned home.

While the family describes the incident as nothing short of a miracle, Rotarian Lal Goel, Founder and Charter President of the Rotary Club of Organ Donation International and a long-time advocate of organ donation awareness, has raised serious concerns regarding the use of the term “brain dead” in media reports and the potential consequences such reporting may have on the organ donation movement in India.

Critical Questions Raised

Rotarian Lal Goel has urged authorities and the media to clarify several important issues before such reports create widespread misunderstanding among the public:
1. Has the authenticity of this news been independently verified? While the name of the treating neurosurgeon Dr Rakesh Singh has been mentioned, the identity of the Bareilly hospital where the patient was allegedly declared brain dead must be clearly confirmed.
2. Was a Brain-Death Certification Committee constituted as required under the Transplantation of Human Organs and Tissues Act (THOTA)?
3. Did the committee conduct the mandatory two clinical examinations with a minimum gap of six hours, as required under the prescribed guidelines?
4. Was a formal brain-death certificate issued after completing these examinations?
5. If the mandatory procedure was not followed, who declared the patient brain dead and under what legal authority?
6. If no official brain-death declaration was made, why did several media organisations repeatedly use the term “brain dead”?
7. Did the media organisations verify the medical facts before publishing the story?
8. What action has been taken by UP-SOTTO (State Organ and Tissue Transplant Organisation) or NOTTO (National Organ and Tissue Transplant Organisation) to investigate the matter and prevent confusion among the public?

Legal Procedure for Declaring Brain Death in India

Under the Transplantation of Human Organs and Tissues Act (THOTA), 1994 (amended in 2011), brain death can only be declared through a strictly defined medical and legal procedure.

A Brain-Death Certification Committee must be constituted comprising:
• The Medical Administrator or Medical Superintendent of the hospital
• The Treating Physician
• A Neurologist or Neurosurgeon (or an approved specialist where such experts are unavailable)
• An Independent Registered Medical Practitioner

The committee must conduct two separate clinical examinations with a minimum interval of six hours to confirm irreversible brain-stem death.

These examinations must establish:
• Absence of brain-stem reflexes
• Absence of spontaneous breathing, confirmed through the apnoea test
• Other neurological assessments confirming irreversible loss of brain function

Only after completing these steps and properly documenting the findings in the prescribed legal format can a person be officially and legally declared brain dead, which in both medical and legal terms is considered death.

Impact on Organ Donation Awareness

Rotarian Lal Goel emphasised that unverified reporting of such incidents can seriously undermine public confidence in the brain-death declaration system, which forms the foundation of deceased organ donation in India.

India already faces a severe shortage of organs for transplantation, with thousands of patients dying every year while waiting for life-saving transplants. One of the most significant challenges in promoting organ donation is public misunderstanding and lack of trust in the brain-death determination process.

“If reports suggest that a person declared brain dead later came back to life, it creates fear and confusion among families and discourages them from consenting to organ donation,”
— Rotarian Lal Goel

Call for Immediate Clarification

Rotarian Lal Goel has urged the concerned authorities, medical institutions, and regulatory bodies to clarify the facts of this case at the earliest.

Accurate reporting by the media and strict adherence to the legal protocol for brain-death declaration are essential to maintaining public trust in the system — a trust that is crucial for strengthening the organ donation movement in India and saving thousands of lives every year.

St. Joseph’s College Pilathara | Kannur | Kerala | A Campus that Inspires the Community to Grow Together Globally | Global TV

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The college has steadily developed into an important academic institution since its establishment in 2005 | Global TV

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Education today extends far beyond the walls of classrooms and the pages of textbooks. It is a dynamic process that connects communities, encourages innovation, and prepares young minds to participate in an increasingly interconnected world. In the northern region of Kerala, St. Joseph’s College Pilathara stands as a vibrant centre of higher learning that reflects this broader vision of education. The campus inspires students and the surrounding community to grow together while engaging with wider global possibilities.

Located along the National Highway at Pilathara in Kannur district, the college has steadily developed into an important academic institution since its establishment in 2005. Founded by the Diocese of Kannur, the institution was created with the purpose of making quality higher education accessible to the youth of the region. Over the years the college has grown into a space where academic learning, social responsibility, and community engagement come together in meaningful ways.

Leadership that Guides the Vision

The campus represents more than an educational institution. It functions as a shared space where aspirations from nearby towns and villages find direction and encouragement. Students who come to the college bring with them diverse backgrounds and dreams of building purposeful futures. Through its academic programmes and community oriented initiatives the institution fosters a spirit of collective growth among students, teachers, parents, and the larger society.

The development of St. Joseph’s College Pilathara has been shaped by committed and visionary leadership. The institution was established under the initiative of Most Rev. Dr. Varghese Chakkalakkal, the Bishop of the Diocese of Kannur at the time of its founding. His vision was to create an institution that would provide opportunities for higher education to the young people of the region while nurturing intellectual development together with strong ethical values. The establishment of the college stands as a reflection of that farsighted commitment to education and social progress.

The management machanism of the college today is guided by Rev. Fr. Rajan Fausto, whose leadership continues to strengthen the institution’s academic and social mission. Through his guidance the college promotes a culture that integrates knowledge with responsibility and emphasizes the holistic development of students. His support has helped the institution expand its programmes and strengthen its role as an educational centre that serves the wider community.

The academic journey of the college has been greatly enriched by the visionary leadership of Dr. Denny Philip, who served as the Principal and played an important role in shaping the academic culture of the institution. His commitment to innovation, research, and student centred learning helped strengthen the intellectual environment of the campus. During his tenure several initiatives were introduced that expanded academic opportunities and encouraged students to engage more actively with contemporary fields of knowledge.

The institution moves forward under the leadership of Dr. Shaji Mon T J, the Principal, who continues to build upon the strong foundation laid by his predecessors. With a clear focus on academic excellence, innovation, and global engagement, he guides the college toward new possibilities while sustaining the values and vision that define St. Joseph’s College Pilathara.

Academic Opportunities for a Global Era

While the college remains closely connected to the local community, its academic vision looks toward the wider world. The institution offers a range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in disciplines such as Commerce, English, Social Work, Mathematics, Psychology, and Computer Applications. These programmes provide students with strong academic foundations while also encouraging creativity, analytical thinking, and responsible leadership.

In response to emerging developments in science and technology, the college has also introduced programmes related to areas such as Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning. These initiatives reflect the institution’s commitment to preparing students for opportunities in the evolving global knowledge economy. By combining traditional academic disciplines with modern technological learning, the college ensures that its students are well equipped to face the challenges of a rapidly changing world.

Learning Beyond the Classroom

A distinctive feature of St. Joseph’s College Pilathara is its emphasis on learning experiences that extend beyond conventional classroom instruction. Workshops, seminars, interaction programmes, and field visits provide students with opportunities to connect academic knowledge with practical realities.

Entrepreneurship interaction programmes allow students to engage with professionals who share their experiences and insights. Academic workshops organised by various departments help students develop research skills and intellectual curiosity. Through such initiatives students are encouraged to think critically, explore new ideas, and develop confidence in their abilities.

These learning opportunities transform the campus into a vibrant intellectual environment where students become active participants in the creation and sharing of knowledge.

Social Commitment and Community Engagement

The institution also places strong emphasis on social responsibility and community participation. Through the National Service Scheme and various student organisations the college regularly conducts awareness programmes, social outreach activities, and campaigns that address important social issues.

Programmes related to public health awareness, social justice, and environmental responsibility reflect the college’s commitment to the welfare of society. These initiatives help students understand the realities of the world around them and encourage them to contribute positively to their communities. By linking education with social engagement the college nurtures individuals who are academically competent and socially conscious and compassionate.

Growing Together Toward a Shared Future

As societies across the world become increasingly interconnected, institutions of higher education play a vital role in preparing students for global challenges and opportunities. St. Joseph’s College Pilathara embraces this responsibility by creating an environment where local values meet global perspectives.

The campus inspire students to explore knowledge, develop leadership, and engage with society in meaningful ways. Through visionary leadership, strong academic programmes, and active community engagement, the institution lead learning to be a shared journey. The College encourages individuals and communities to grow together in knowledge, responsibility, and hope towards a global future.