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"Beyond the Temples of Udupi: Exploring the Beachside Beauty of Karnataka"

Nestled in the state of Karnataka, Udupi is a vibrant and diverse city that offers something for everyone. Often referred to as the "temple town of Karnataka," Udupi is home to several famous temples, including the Krishna Matta founded by the 13th century saint Jagadguru Shri Madhvacharya. But beyond the religious pilgrimages, Udupi also boasts beautiful beaches that are perfect for a peaceful getaway, including the popular Malpe Beach, as well as a number of lesser-known beaches that are perfect for a peaceful day by the sea. One of these lesser-known beaches is Mattu Beach, which is located about 10-11 km from Udupi. To get there, you can take a bus from the Udupi bus stand to Katapadi, and then either wait for a bus to Mattu or take an auto rickshaw. You'll be treated to a scenic drive alongside a river that flows into the sea, and once you arrive at the beach, you'll find a peaceful, serene spot that is usually empty during the week but attracts local visitors on...

Dr NM Bujurke, an accomplished Mathematics Teacher

Even these days, Mathematics continues to remain a hard nut to crack for many children, despite several attempts from academicians to make the subject student-friendly. Dr NM Bujurke is an accomplished retired Mathematics Teacher, but his penchant for making it popular continues to remain undeterred. Prof Emeritus NM Bujurke Dwelling on the peculiar, adverse conditions prevailing on the ground, he doesn't like to blame the pupils for that. He says: "On the other hand, it is the whole and sole responsibility of the Teacher to motivate and make the subject interesting. There is a proverb in this regard, which states- An expert of any field/discipline is one who is able to explain satisfactorily and also impress upon the first person he meets on the streets". Dr NM Bujurke also opines: "Thanks, to the various technological advancements, facilities and resources it is more simpler and easier to convince/explain the hitherto assumed tough subject in a simpler and easier ...