More research needed for language domain to expand: Prof. Hampana
Nadoja Prof. Hampa Nagarajaiah is seen inaugurating the 10-day workshop at CIIL in city this morning as retd Professor of Kuvempu Institute of Kannada Studies Prof. Ramegowda, scholar Prof. T.V. Venkatachala Shastri, Senior Fellow at CIIL Prof. H.M. Maheshwaraiah, Workshop Asst. Director Prof. Neelagiri M. Talwar look
Mysuru :
“Supplemental research apart from creative writing is vital for expansion of a language domain,” opined Nadoja Prof. Hampa Nagarajaiah (Hampana).
He was speaking after inaugurating a 10-day workshop “Study on Classical Kannada Literature” organised under the aegis of the Centre of Excellence for Studies in Classical Kannada at the Central Institute of Indian Languages (CIIL) in city this morning.
Pointing out that scholarly talent will remain in one’s life until the last breath, Prof. Hampana stressed on the need for showing enthusiasm for carrying out literary research.
Maintaining that Kannada literature still has a long path to tread, he called for all efforts to enhance the richness of Kannada language through innovative ways.
Kannada scholar Prof. T.V. Venkatachala Shastri presided. Dr. M. Balakumar of CIIL, Mysuru and others were present.
Nearly 50 research scholars, Kannada teachers and students are taking part in the workshop, which concludes on Dec. 19.
source: http://www.starofmysore.com / Star of Mysore / Home> General News / Wednesday , December 10th, 2014
Four donations on December 12 and 13 saved the lives of 16 patients
There is a huge potential for cadaveric organ donations in Bangalore and organ donations are slowly catching up in the city. The Zonal Coordination Committee of Karnataka (ZCCK) for Transplantation, the nodal agency to facilitate organ transplantation in the State, has coordinated 100 donations so far since its inception in 2007.
Four of these donations were on December 12 and 13, wherein vital organs from donors helped save the lives of 16 others.
According to ZCCK authorities, ten kidneys, five livers, one heart and three pairs of corneas were harvested and transplanted in 16 patients registered with ZCCK.
Three pairs of corneas were donated to different eye banks in Bangalore. Although ZCCK has been able to facilitate 100 multi-organ donations so far, cadaveric organ donation programme has not picked up at a fast pace because of delay in certifying brain deaths by hospitals.
Kidney transplants
Of the 1,500 persons registered with the ZCCK for organ transplants, 1,300 are waiting for kidney transplants and 209 for liver transplants.
The number could be more as not all patients waiting for organ transplants may have registered with the ZCCK.
source: http://www.thehindu.com / The Hindu / Home> News> Cities> Bengaluru / by Special Correspondent / Bengaluru – December 16th, 2014
Newly-elected Corporator Seema Prasad (extreme left) is seen with her father-in-law K. Gururaj Rao, mother-in-law K.G. Saroja, husband K.G. Prasad and children K.P. Akshobya Rao and K. Disha Prasad.
by S.N. Venkatnag Sobers
The just concluded by-poll to Ward 15 witnessed a triangular fight between the Congress, the BJP and the JD(S). The Congress wanted to retain the seat after Manjula Manasa quit as Corporator to become the Chairperson of State Women’s Commission, but it failed as the young Seema Prasad of BJP emerged victorious and in doing so also became the youngest Corporator in the city.
Seema, who is just 25-years-old, won by a margin of 788 votes. Seema entered into politics because of her husband K.G. Prasad, who has been with the BJP since many years.
Prasad is the President of BJP Ward 15 and runs a hotel at Vivekanandanagar Circle and a fast food joint close to his hotel. Seema is a home-maker with two kids, five-year-old daughter K. Disha Prasad and two-year-old son K.P. Akshobya Rao. But she seems drawn to politics, as this is her second attempt.
Earlier she was given a BJP ticket to contest the MCC election but could not as she was pregnant at that time. Speaking to Star of Mysore, the proud Seema says “I have always been interested in service and since my husband is in politics I was always in the know of things. Earlier, I wanted to contest but couldn’t. This time I was ready.”
Having a strong RSS background, Seema has completed her BBM from JSS Women’s College in Saraswathipuram and currently is pursuing B.A. from KSOU. A trained classical singer, Seema has also given several concerts in and around Mysuru.
Overwhelmed with the result, Seema credited former Minister S.A. Ramdas, her husband Prasad and her family members for supporting her decision to enter into politics and throughout her campaign. “It is because of our leader Ramdas, my husband, family members and party workers that I have been able to emerge victorious. Though, I had to fight against money power, I was confident of winning the election,” said Seema.
K. Gururaj Rao, her father-in-law, expressed happiness over Seema’s victory and said that he wanted both his son and daughter-in-law to do good for the people and work honestly to win their hearts.
Seema, it seems is multi talented. Apart from her interest in politics, music and being a home maker, she also helps the family business. The family supplies chapathis and parotas to various hotels and industries located in and around Mysuru. Some of their clients are Automotive Axels, Triton Valves, Infosys and numerous hotels.
Seema’s father N.S. Satish, is a retired Asst. Director, National Sample Survey of India and G.N. Pushpa, her mother, is a retired High School Teacher. Pushpa said that it was the first instance that anybody from her family had entered politics. “It is because of my son-in-law and his family members that my daughter has emerged victorious. I would wish both of them good luck in all their endeavours to grow as successful politicians and in personal life,” she added.
Seema Prasad added that she would open her office in the Ward and look into the development works that are to be taken up in Ward 15. She said that the residents complained about bad roads, street lights, not having BPL cards and being denied various benefits extended by the government.
“I plan to the provide facilities such as to pay electricity bills, water bills and others at my office to help the senior citizens,” she added.
With Ward 15 getting a new representative in the form of young Seema Prasad, it remains to be seen whether she would fulfil the expectations of the people who have given her the opportunity to serve them.
source: http://www.starofmysore.com / Star of Mysore / Home> Feature Articles / Tuesday , December 09th, 2014
Sitting from left: Prof. K.R. Premleela Mallanna, retd. Sanskrit Professor, Dr. B. Nirmala, International Awardee and HoD of Hindi, Maharani’s Science College for Women, Mysuru and Dr. C.G. Ushadevi, retd. Kannada Professor, who were honoured during the 14th Anniversary of Kadali Mahila Vedike yesterday, are seen with Karnataka State Women’s Commission Chairperson Manjula Manasa, Mahadeva Swamiji of Benakanahalli Mutt, Music University VC Dr. Sarvamangala Shankar and others
Mysuru :
Akhila Bharata Sharana Sahitya Parishat Kadali Mahila Vedike, Mysuru, celebrated its 14th Anniversary yesterday at Rajendra Bhavan in old JSS Hospital premises here.
The programme was inaugurated by Dr. Sarvamangala Shankar, Vice-Chancellor, Dr. Gangubai Hangal Music and Performing Arts University, Mysuru. Parameshwarappa, President, Akhila Bharata Sharana Sahitya Parishat, Mysuru, presided.
Dr. B. Nirmala, International Awardee and Head of the Department of Hindi, Maharani’s Science College for Women, Mysuru, was conferred with Kadalishree award by Dr. Sarvamangala Shankar on behalf of the Vedike.
Also, Dr. C.G. Ushadevi, retd. Kannada Professor and Prof. K.R. Premleela Mallanna, retd. Sanskrit Professor, were felicitated on the occasion.
Books released: Two books — Shivaniruvudelli? (a poetry collection) and Niraase (Drama) — authored by C. Ankappa were released by litterateur Prof. Maleyuru Guruswamy.
Seminar: Later in the afternoon, a seminar on the topic ‘Women in present situation’ was also organised which was presided over by Dr. R. Indira, a retd. Professor, University of Mysore.
Karnataka State Women’s Commission Chairperson Manjula Manasa, Mahadeva Swamiji of Benakanahalli Mutt, Akhila Bharata Sharana Sahitya Parishat Mysuru Unit Presdient Go.Ru. Parameshwarappa, Vedike President M.A. Neelambika and others were present on the occasion.
source: http://www.starofmysore.com / Star of Mysore / Home> General News / Tuesday , December 09th, 2014
Senior Sarvodaya worker Surendra Koulagi (left), who was conferred Dr. Mathoor Krishnamurthi award and Historian Prof. S. Settar, who was conferred Shree Vanamali Seva Award at a function organised under the aegis of Shree Vanamali Charitable Trust at Vivekananda Auditorium in city yesterday, are seen with Trustees Meena Kumar, R.S. Nagaraj, Trust President K.S. Sundar Raj, Scholar Prof. T.V. Venkatachala Shastri, Trustees Bhama Nagaraj and T.S. Vishwanath.
Mysuru :
Former Director of Indian Council of Historical Research Prof. S. Settar was conferred Shree Vanamali Seva Award and senior Sarvodaya worker of Melukote Surendra Koulagi was conferred Dr. Mathoor Krishnamurthi award for the year 2014, at a function organised under the aegis of Shree Vanamali Charitable Trust at Vivekananda Auditorium, Mahajana College premises, Jayalakshmipuram yesterday evening.
Speaking after receiving the award, Surendra Koulagi mourned the sad demise of Sumana Vishwanath, a close associate of Dr. Mathoorji, who led the Vanamali Charitable Trust, by sheer dedication, creativity and hardwork.
Taking exception to the general perception that physical growth was the only yardstick of development, he regretted the failure to built a better society post-independence.
Wondering why there was no panel in place for spreading strong moral values among the society, when there is a Planning Commission for the country’s economic growth, Koulagi expressed concern over rising atrocities and sexual violence against women.
He stressed the need for imparting Sarvodaya ideologies and Mahatma Gandhi’s thoughts in order to build a better society, free from social ills and corrupt practices.
Pointing out that there were many personalities who have rendered selfless service to the society, Koulagi recalled that great leaders like Mahatma Gandhi, Jayaprakash Narayan and Vinobha Bhave never aspired for any recognition or honour.
Dr. Boregowda Chikkamaradi of Vijaya First Grade College, Panadavapura, who introduced Surendra Koulagi said that Koulagi was inspired by the ideals of Mahatma Gandhi, Vinobha Bhave and Jayaprakash Narayan has dedicated himself to the service of the society for over 7 decades.
Vanamali Seva awardee Prof. S. Settar in his address, regretted that the society had failed to recognise those who serve the country with honesty and dedication.
Pointing out that writers and littérateurs were given more recognition than honest and dedicated social workers, Prof. Settar regretted that the society had failed in recognising and honouring researchers, intellects, scholars and achievers who have given their best for building a better society.
Regretting that Kannada research had maintained a low profile over the past several years, Prof. Settar took a dig at governments for not showing sincerity when it came to fighting in Courts over historical prevalence of Kannada. He also said that he was accepting the award as a mark of respect to Sumana Vishwanath, who was enthusiasm personified.
Research Scholar Dr. H.S. Gopal Rao, who introduced Prof. Settar, said that he is a versatile genius with 27 works in the fields of Archaeology, Anthropology, Art, History, Philosophy and Epigraphy to his credit.
He also said that Prof. Settar should be credited for proving that Kannada script was much older than the Tamil script.
Scholar Prof. T.V. Venkatachala Shastri presided. Trust President K.S. Sundar Raj delivered the keynote address. Trust members Meena,R.S. Nagaraj and others were present.
source: http://www.starofmysore.com / Star of Mysore / Home> General News / Tuesday , December 09th, 2014
A farmer tending to the ‘Nari-Suvarna’ breed of sheep at Veerapura in Tumakuru district of Karnataka.
Sheep farmers in Tumakuru have agri-scientists in Maharashtra to thank for a breed that has, quite literally, doubled their profits.
The new breed, developed by scientists at Nimbkar Agricultural Research Institute, Phaltan, called ‘Nari-Suvarna’ has turned out to be a boon for farmers. While the local breed of sheep gives birth to one lamb at a time, the new breed gives birth to two or three.
Cost of the sheep
The State government is trying to promote the Nari-Suvarna breed. It plans to offer subsidy to purchase the sheep, which costs Rs. 8,000 each, in the future. The local breed in Tumakuru —both Hassan and Bellary breeds — cost Rs. 6,000 per sheep.
With the guidance of the Karnataka Sheep and Wool Development Corporation (KSWDC), a farmer in Sira taluk in Tumakuru district has bought 10 sheep and they have given birth to 23 lambs. Farmers at Sidlaghatta in Chickballapur district and Chitradurga district are now eager to follow suit.
The new breed, according to the Agriculture Department, is a combination of three Indian breeds – Deccani and Madgyal breeds of Karnataka and Garole of West Bengal.
Doddaraju of Veerapura in Sira taluk, who bought the 10 sheep, told The Hindu that people in his village were making advance payments for Nari-Suvarna sheep. He said the sheep had adjusted to the climate and environment of his village and could be reared along with the local breed.
Mirza Basheer, Assistant Director, KSWDC, Tumakuru, said the new breed would help meet the demand for meat and would be beneficial to farmers. Nagaraja G.M., Assistant Director, Special Livestock Breeding Programme, Tumakuru, said the government would identify farmers in Belagavi, Vijayapura and Kolar districts and would introduce them to the new breed.
Scientists have developed a new breed of sheep, Nari-Suvarna, that gives birth to two or three lambs at a time
source: http://www.thehindu.com / The Hindu / Home> National> Andhra Pradesh / by S. Bhuvaneshwari / Tumakuru – December 14th, 2014
Hiding from shutterbugs and strangers on mommy’s insistence, Afsan, 7, was still all over Jayamahal Palace, unable to control her curiosity. The little girl was checking out vintage wheels that have stood the test of time.
“This was made before dada (grandpa) was born,” her mother told Afsan pointing at a 1950 Vauxhall. Currently owned by Pradeep Konalkar, the car is older than many Bengalureans’ grandparents, and Pradeep is proud of it.
From the popular Mini 1000 to the Morris Cowley and the Sunbeam Talbot, the Southern India Vintage Automobile Exhibition of Bangalore Vintage Group (BGV) showcased around 150 cars and bikes, including our very own Ambassador. Among the bikes were the popular Lambretas, Javas, RD-350s and many more, but the Vijay Super was able to hold its own.
The show-stealers on this sunny Sunday morning were the noiseless legends that paved the way for the automobile era — the bicycles. K Narayan in his late 50s, who was among the early-bird cyclists at the venue, was quite a head-turner. Videographers ran towards him leaving some of their interviewees standing under the sun and a bunch of children followed him. The way he parked the vintage beauty, in slow motion, was reminiscent of a black-and-white film. As he twisted two knobs of his made-in-England cycle, allowing it to fold, the crowd went berserk.
“How old is this?” a car restorer asked, awestruck by the foldable technology. Modern-day cycles equipped with the feature cost a bomb. “It was made in 1939,” Narayan said in a matter-of-fact manner. Narayan’s brother rode in the Royal Winchester bicycle (1897), one of the oldest you would see in Bengaluru, and possibly India.
The exhibition drew visitors from Mysore, Pune, Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu, among others.
The Gentleman’s Bike
The Sunbeam Special (1914) has many firsts to its name. R D Srinivasan, owner of a Sunbeam bike in Bengaluru, said: “It doesn’t have a belt or a shaft. The chain is operated through a pool of oil. It was among the first bikes to have a bar control and gear system.” Among other attractions, the Sunbeam comes with a stand to hold tennis rackets, but Srinivasan, a former state-level hockey player uses it for his hockey stick. “…You cannot imagine the kind of technology used 100 years ago. It is just mind-blowing,” Srinivasan said, adding that it’s called The Gentleman’s Bike.
Helping ailing kids
Unlike previous editions of vintage exhibitions, Sunday’s event was aimed at helping children who need dialysis. Gautham Kalaburgi of NH4 Motorheads, one of the organizers, told TOI: “NH4 already supports two children. Dialysis for a single child costs Rs 12,000 a month and we thought that others can also contribute to the cause. We aren’t collecting money from public in the form of entry fee. The participating groups will pool in and contribute funds”.
source: http://www.timesofindia.indiatimes.com / The Times of India / Home> City> Bengaluru / TNN / November 24th, 2014
Partha Varanashi from Puttur becomes first Austswim presenter, aims to boost standards
Partha Varanashi, a 29-year-old from the state, has become India’s first Austswim presenter for swimming and water safety.
With this accreditation under his belt, Partha can coach swimmers in India, instead of a representative from Australia visiting the country. This achievement is part of an initiative by former Indian Olympian Hakimuddin Shabbir Habibulla to improve swimming training standards .
Under the programme Winning Matters, Austwim, Australia’s national organisation for the teaching of swimming and water safety provided professional and systematic training to swimming teachers from across India.
Ceri Weeks, a representative from Austswim, conducted the courses in Mumbai, Bengaluru and Mangaluru.
“With Austswim making its presence felt in India, swimming training is expected to get a whole new dimension. Training is going to be holistic and systematic with a strong foundation. The curriculum is vast, which includes child psychology, behaviour patterns and safety and candidates have to under go online tests. There is a 200page manual and there is an option to interact online,” said Partha, who has received a soft copy of the accreditation and will travel to Australia for the actual presentation.
Partha who trains about 40 budding competitive swimmers at the Balavana swimming pool in Puttur and who was responsible to teach 900 students of a swim school in South Australia before returning to India two years ago, said this was just the first lap.
“Since I worked in Australia, I know the standards. The journey has just begun. In India, the focus is only on competitions, while Austswim focuses on technique. The change will not happen overnight. It may take years like it did in Australia, but I am confident that Austswim will bring in changes in swimming standards of India,” he said.
Partha was the Mangalore University’s champion swimmer for three years (20032005). He was also a threetime national Indian swimming finalist, South Australian Masters Swimming record holder (2009) and has over ten gold medals won in Aussie Masters, SA event in the year 2009 and 2010 and coached and trained over 900 swimmers in Australia.
source: http://www.bangaloremirror.com / Bangalore Mirror / Home> Sport> Others / by Deepthi Sanjiv, Bangalore Mirror Bureau / November 26th, 2014
While pursuing a Masters degree in Adelaide, Partha won over 10 gold medals in Aussie Masters
A 28-year-old who resigned from an organisation promoting swimming in Australia to join his family business near Mangalore is trying to raise standards in the locality.
Partha Varanashi is an accomplished swimmer. He was the Mangalore University champion from 2003 to 2005 and a three-time finalist in national swimming contests. While pursuing a masters degree in plant biotechnology at the University of Adelaide, he became South Australian Masters Swimming record holder in 2009 besides winning over 10 gold medals in Aussie Masters.
Working as the swimming coaching coordinator at State Swim, an organisation promoting swimming in South Australia, he went on to coach over 900 swimmers in Australia.
In June, 2012, he returned to India to join his parents’ bio-technology venture — Varanashi Farms — that is into production of organic manure in Adyanadka, Bantwal taluk, about 60 kilometres from Mangalore.
As he was winding up in Australia, Paul Mason, owner of State Swim, advised him to start a swimming pool or an academy in India. Inspired by these words, Partha set up the Varanashi Swimming Academy. He says, “In India, a swimming pool is seen as a white elephant. Hence I did not have to put in much effort when I decided to take Balavana Swimming Pool in Parladka, Puttur on lease.” But Partha was not satisfied running the academy. He dreams of taking Indians up to Australian swimming standards.
Towards this end, he approached eight schools in Puttur and Vittal with a proposal to coach their students. Vivekananda School in Puttur showed interest in his dream and has now decided to introduce swimming classes from this academic year.
Partha says, “Students from Std V to IX will have one swimming class a week from June-July. Every student will get 30 classes a year. We are expecting at least 1,000 students to participate.”
source: http://www.bangaloremirror.com / Bangalore Mirror / Home> News> State / May 12th, 2013
India’s Asha Bhat has won the beauty pageant ‘Miss Supranational 2014’, becoming the first Indian to receive the title.
Asha competed with contestants from 70 countries at the event held in Warsaw, Poland last night. Looking dazzling in a beautiful Gavin Miguel gown, Asha was crowned by the outgoing Miss Supranational, Mutya Datul from Philippines.
“I am ecstatic. It’s an unbelievable feeling and I couldn’t feel more proud. I am happy to have won this title for my country. I am extremely thankful to the Miss India Organization for giving me this wonderful opportunity to prove myself. Now, I am just waiting to come back to my country and meet my family and friends who supported me throughout my journey,” Asha said after her win.
She will be also rewarded with USD 25000.
Earlier in the competition, Asha won the title of ‘Miss Talent’ by giving a sizzling Bollywood fusion performance, choreographed by Khush Numa Daruvalla on songs like ‘Kajrare’, ‘Yaar Na Mila’ and ‘Dhol Baaje’.
Asha was also seen competing for various sub-titles like Best National Costume, Miss Best Body, Miss Fashion Show, among others.
source: http://www.dnaindia.com / DNA / Home> News> World / Agency:PTI, Place:New Delhi / Saturday – December 06th, 2014
