We ran the Paranormal Romance contest from 20th August to 30th August, 2013; and received 37 entries via email from all over India. Entries submitted was judged by Neelima Vinod author of ‘Unsettled’, a staff member of MMMC, Manipal and one of the editors of ManipalBlog Mangalore. The criteria for judging were- Content, Relativity to topic, Creativity/Originality, Grammar/Vocabulary, Flash fiction… Continue reading Paranormal Romance- The result!
Month: August 2013
Don’t Drink and Drive !
Have you ever said you’re dying for a drink? It’s a harmless phrase, but every year hundreds of people literally do just that – thanks to drunk drivers. Impairment by alcohol is an important factor in causing accidents and in increasing the consequences of the same. From various studies conducted in low income countries, it… Continue reading Don’t Drink and Drive !
From Wait List to Wonderland
Sixteen odd years of dreaming, 20 days of anxiously waiting for the wait list status to move, 839 kilometers of a bus ride and seven luggage bags later, I found myself standing in front of the KMC girls’ hostel. I was living my dream, being one day away from actually attending a medical college. I… Continue reading From Wait List to Wonderland
5125th Birth Anniversary of Lord Krishna
The people of this country never had any doubts about the historicity of Krishna until the colonial invaders projected Krishna as a mythical figure cooked up by wonderful stories. The story of Krishna is deeply embedded in the cultural fabric of India and the people of this land revere Him as a Divinity. The colonial… Continue reading 5125th Birth Anniversary of Lord Krishna
Four Steps to Ace your Parents Visit to Manipal
So it’s been a few months in Manipal. Your parents have decided to visit you and see how you’re doing and now you’re in a panic as what to do and where to take them. Relax… here are 4 steps you can take to ace their visit! Step 1: Do some prep work! You’ll want… Continue reading Four Steps to Ace your Parents Visit to Manipal