Mangaluru: A young woman from the coastal region has set a new record with her creative achievement. She created a massive thematic multi-layer handmade “Explosion Box” and earned a place in the India Book of Records.

The achiever is Akhila S. Nayak, daughter of Shashikumar and Shubha from Shaktinagar, Mangaluru. She completed her MCA degree from St Joseph Engineering College. She is currently working as a Design Apprentice at Bix Bytes Solutions under the Cocogrit unit in Mangaluru.

Akhila created the unique explosion box under the theme “Indian Armed Forces.” When fully opened, the box spreads widely across the room, showcasing its large size and detailed design. It is a multi-layer handmade craft made using chart paper, pictures of soldiers, handwritten messages, letters, quotes, slogans, and artwork.

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She worked on the project for 3 to 4 hours every day. She completed the entire creation in just 28 days through continuous effort and dedication.

Her achievement was officially confirmed on January 28, 2026. Akhila’s success has brought pride to Mangaluru, Karnataka, and the entire country.

Mangaluru/Bengaluru: Dr. M. Naveen Kumar, Founder of Vaibhava Veda Green Ventures Pvt. Ltd., has been selected for the prestigious ‘Shrimantralaya – Parimala Award’.

The award ceremony will be held on February 25 at the holy town of Mantralayam.

Dr. Naveen Kumar is a Governor-nominated Syndicate Member at Bengaluru North University.

He is also serving as a Governing Board Member of the Sector Skill Council for Green Jobs under the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, Government of India.

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The award recognises his contribution to green jobs and sustainable development initiatives.

Mangaluru: Police have arrested three men for allegedly attempting to sell MDMA to students and the public in the Talapady area. The operation was carried out by the Mangaluru City Crime Branch (CCB) police following credible information.

The accused had reportedly purchased the MDMA drug from Bengaluru and brought it to Mangaluru for sale. During the operation, police seized 118.13 grams of MDMA worth ₹11.90 lakh. Officers also confiscated four mobile phones and a Swift car. The total value of the seized property is estimated at ₹17.95 lakh.

The arrested have been identified as 34-year-old Mustafa Sidiyabba from Bastipadu in Ullal, 28-year-old Maiyaddi from Mastikatte in Ullal, and 28-year-old Mohammed Shifan from Mukkacheri.

Police said the trio was travelling in a car and selling the drug to students and members of the public in the Talapady area. Acting on confirmed information, the CCB team conducted a raid and took them into custody.

Authorities revealed that Mustafa Sidiyabba was previously involved in a cattle theft case registered at Kankanady Town Police Station. Maiyaddi also has a prior assault case registered under the Ullal Police Station limits.

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Police suspect that more people are involved in the drug sale and trafficking network. Efforts are ongoing to identify and arrest the other accused.

A case has been registered at Ullal Police Station, and further investigation is in progress.