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Shibaroor Prabhakar Kamath, founder of Ideal Ice Cream and Pabbas parlour in Mangaluru, Karnataka, known affectionately as Pabba Maam

Prabhakar Kamath: The Man Who Made Mangaluru the Ice Cream Capital of India

From Firecrackers to Fourteen Flavours — How Shibaroor Prabhakar Kamath Built Ideal Ice Cream and Gave a City Its Sweetest Identity

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Shibaroor Prabhakar Kamath

Entrepreneur, Founder — Ideal Ice Cream Private Limited

Harekala Hajabba, Padma Shri awardee and orange vendor from Harekala village near Mangaluru, Karnataka, standing near his school in Newpadpu

Inspiration

Harekala Hajabba: The Orange Seller Who Built a School and Won the Padma Shri

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Harekala Hajabba

Social Activist, Fruit Vendor, Education Philanthropist

Portrait of Kudmul Ranga Rao, pioneering social reformer and advocate from Dakshina Kannada who worked for education and dignity of oppressed communities.

Inspiration

Kudmul Ranga Rao: A Revolutionary Social Reformer of Dakshina Kannada

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Kudmul Ranga Rao

Social Reformer, Advocate, Education Pioneer, Champion of Social Equality

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Events in Mangalore

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FOSS Meetup June 2026 Puttur – Open Source Community Gathering by FOSS United Mangalore

In 2 days

28 Jun

FOSS Meetup June 2026 Puttur – Open Source Community Gathering by FOSS United Mangalore

The Web People Free

Candle Light Musical Concert – Arijit Singh Melodies Live in Mangalore

In 2 days

28 Jun

Candle Light Musical Concert – Arijit Singh Melodies Live in Mangalore

Central Hall, The Sea View Ho…

SZUSICON 2026 Mangalore – South Zone Urological Conference & Advanced Urology Summit

Upcoming

07 Jul

SZUSICON 2026 Mangalore – South Zone Urological Conference & Advanced Urology Summit

Palemar Convention Center ASU Member: ₹10,000 – ₹15,000 | ASU Non-Member: ₹12,000 – ₹17,000 | PG Student: ₹8,000 – ₹10,000 |

Udupi 113 Triathlon 2026: India’s Ultimate Swim, Bike & Run Challenge in Kaup, Udupi

Upcoming

25 Oct

Udupi 113 Triathlon 2026: India’s Ultimate Swim, Bike & Run Challenge in Kaup, Udupi

Kaup, 5,000.00 - ₹ 10,000.00

Travel

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Women-Safe Solo Travel in Coastal Karnataka: A Practical Guide for Independent Travelers

08 Jun 2026 36

Panambur to Tannirbhavi: The Real Mangalore Beach Guide Nobody Bothered to Write

04 May 2026 46

Careers

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Can Mangalore Create Jobs for Its Own Youth?

04 May 2026 130

Business

Business, economy, and trade news from coastal Karnataka.

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Is This the Last Chance to Invest in Mangalore Real Estate?

04 May 2026 214

Mangalore

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Mangalore Tiles: The Real Story Behind Coastal TuluNadu's Most Iconic Roof

08 Jun 2026 60

Why Kankanady Became Important: The Rise of Mangalore’s Most Strategic Locality

01 Jun 2026 27

The Silicon Beach Dream: Reality vs. Expectations in Mangalore

05 May 2026 62

Swachh Mangaluru Abhiyan's May Drive Collects 3,000 kg of Waste — And Also Calls Out an Illegal Parking Menace

04 May 2026 77

Forgotten Railway History of Mangalore: The Tracks That Changed Coastal Karnataka

Mangalore Buns History: The Famous Banana Bun of Mangalore

The Story of Kori Rotti: Why Mangaluru Absolutely Loves This Dish

Mangalore City: Interesting Facts That Most People Don't Know About

Vertex CXO Conclave 2026: Big Push to Make Mangaluru the Next Business Destination Beyond Bengaluru