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Puttur: English poem by engineering student prescribed for 8th grade syllabus

An English poem written by B Divit U Rai, a resident of Bannur and student of Sahyadri Engineering College of Mangaluru has been prescribed as a lesson for 8th grade students.

The government has printed Mother Earth poem from Simple Life, a compilation of poems, written by Divit when he was studying in 10th grade at Sri Ramakrishna High School of Puttur.

Divit had brought out a poem compilation named Dew Drops, when he was studying in 6th grade at Haradi Government School.

Divit also drew the attention of the then home minister Dr G Parameshwara by holding a protest against transfer of five woman teachers of Harady Government School citing additional hands as the reason.

Later, Dr G Parameshwar had participated in the annual day celebration of the school on the Divit’s request and gave a grant of Rs 10 lac for the school room. The minister also promised to bear the cost of education of Divit. Dr Parameshwar also bore the cost of his participation in the Scout Guide Jamboori which was held in Japan.

Divit is the son of Udaya Kumar Rai Neelampadi and Pratima U Rai couple.

Mangaluru: Artiste, TEDx speaker Ranjita Yellur to get Srushti Kalabhushan’ award

Srushti Kalabhushan’ award, instituted by Bengaluru based Srushtikala Vidyalaya, will be awarded to talented artist Ranjita Yellur during the `Srushti Sambhrama-21′ being planned at Patthi hall in N R colony in Bengaluru on October 30.

The previous recipients of Srushti Kalabhushan award include well known writer Doddarange Gowda, Patla Satish Shetty, among others, Srushtikala Vidyalaya President Chayapathi Kanchibail. Ranjita a topper in academics is a Carnatic classical vocalist, throwball champion, empaneled as speaker by TEDx and a Yakshagana artist.

Ranjitha also has won state level debate competitions and management fests. Ranjita has staged hundreds of Yakshagana programmes under Kadri Balayaksha Koota and Yaksha Koota. Her roles as Babruvahana, Sudarshana, Bhargava, Narakasura, Bramarakunthale, among others have drawn wide appreciation even from critics also.

Ranjitha who learnt Yakshagana from her father Ramachandra Bhat Yellur when she was just a three year-old child also had participated in the documentation of Yakshagana at Rhastrapathi Bhavan.

Kundapur: Karnataka Bank MD Mahabaleshwar Bhat selected for Rajyotsava award

Karnataka Bank MD Mahabaleshwar Bhat who wrote a new chapter in the banking sector has been selected for the prestigious Panchavarna Rajyotsava award. He will be conferred the award with a silver panel during the silver jubilee celebrations of Panchavarna Yuvaka Mandala under the title of Kannada Rajyotsava near Amrutheshwari temple, Kota on November 15 and 16.

He will be presented Panchavarna special award by Samradhi Mahila Mandala Cherkadi, Brahmavar, felicitations by Arjun Bhandarkar, head of Save Life Charitable Trust, Mangaluru and Niswartha Seva Trust, Kota and another award by Samradhi Kundapur, recipient of Drama Junior award.

Scholarships to Kannada medium school, monetary help to poor patients and uniforms to students will be distributed during the two day long programme, said the mandala president Amrath Jogi in the press release.

Dr. Veerendra Heggade Formally Launches Maha Kumbha Mela At K.R. Pet

Dharmasthala Dharmadhikari Dr. Veerendra Heggade, who is also a Rajya Sabha MP, formally launched the four-day Maha Kumbha Mela at Triveni Sangama near Ambigarahalli-Sangapura-Pura cluster villages in Akkihebbal Hobli of K.R. Pet taluk yesterday.

Speaking on the occasion, Dr. Heggade said that water is the lifeline of everyone and as such it is essential for all to conserve it. Pointing out that we offer puja to weapons, equipment, articles and vehicles during Ayudha Puja, Dr. Heggade said that likewise water too should be worshipped as it is very much essential in our daily life and we cannot survive without it.

Noting that the Triveni Sangama here is the confluence of Cauvery-Hemavathi-Lakshmanatheertha rivers, he called upon the people to take a holy dip at the Sangama.

Minister for Silk and Youth Empowerment and Sports and K.R. Pet MLA K.C. Narayanagowda, who presided, said that the Maha Kumbha Mela is being held at Triveni Sangama in the presence of a number of Seers and Saints, after a gap of nine years. Underlining the significance of ‘Punya Snana’ (holy dip) at the Sangama, he said that devotees seek the blessings of Lord Mahadeshwara at this holy shrine.

Adichunchanagiri Mutt Seer Sri Nirmalanandanatha Swamiji, Suttur Mutt Seer Sri Shivarathri Deshikendra Swamiji, Mysuru Ramakrishna Ashram President Swami Muktidanandaji, Kaginele Mutt Seer Sri Shivanandapuri Swamiji, Bebi Mutt Seer Sri Trinetra Mahanta Shivayogi Swamiji, M.M.Hills Salur Mutt Seer Shanthamallikarjuna Swamiji and a host of other Seers graced the occasion.

Mandya District Minister K. Gopalaiah, Mandya Deputy Commissioner S. Aswathi, Additional Deputy Commissioner H.L. Nagaraju, ZP CEO Shantha Hulmani, SP N. Yatish, Pandavapura Sub-division Assistant Commissioner B.C. Shivanandamurthy, Tahsildar Roopa, Kumbha Mela Co-ordinator Sannaswamygowda, Mandya Urban Development Authority Chairman Srinivas and a host of other officials and leaders attended the event.

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Cinema D’ italia

This city is playing host to a one of a kind film festival this week, where Bengalureans get to savour the best of Italian cinema. Between the 12th and 15th of this month, cinephiles in the city get to enjoy half-a-dozen Italian movies, cherry picked by the Academy of Italian Cinema – David di Donatello Awards at the ‘Italian Screens’ film festival. An initiative by the newly established office of the Consulate of Italy in Bengaluru, the festival aims to foster stronger cultural ties between India and Italy as part of a multi-faceted bilateral partnership between the two countries.

“The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (of Italy) has always considered the strategic value of audiovisuals as one of the best ways to portray Made in Italy abroad and promote Italian excellence,” explains Lorenzo Angeloni, Italy’s ambassador to India and Nepal. “We have therefore decided to enhance Italian Screens in India as a celebration of the extraordinary ‘Nation branding be IT ’ campaign.”

Presented in Italian with English subtitles, the festival includes a diverse lineup of movies such as The Inner Cage by Leonardo Di Costanzo, acclaimed documentary Ennio by Giuseppe Tornatore, which celebrates the life and legacy of the Italian composer Ennio Morricone and the biographical drama The King of Laughter (Qui ridoio) by Mario Martone, based on the life of Neapolitan actor and comedy playwright Eduardo Scarpetta.

The Consul General of Italy in Bengaluru, Alfonso Taliaferri, hopes the lineup showcases what Italian cinema has to offer to the rest of the world. “We are trying to showcase the diversity of Italian cinema. In our opinion, Italian cinema is made up of quality films.

In our opinion, we are great craftsmen of cinema. Italian cinema is mainly known for the great films of the past, but we continue to produce quality cinema every year. For this festival, we have selected six movies that have participated in the David di Donatello Awards. We believe these movies represent what Italy has to offer in terms of excellence in cinemas today,” he says. (Film enthusiasts can enjoy Italian Screens through PVR Cinemas at Phoenix Market City, Whitefield Main Road, between 12th and 15th October.)

DID YOU KNOW?

The origin of the word paparazzi, is derived from Federico Fellini Fellini’s legendary 1960 film, La Dolce Vita, Italian for ‘The Sweet Life’. The character, Paparazzo, the news photographer played by Walter Santesso, is credited for the word paparazzi, now used to describe intrusive photographers.

The term ‘Spaghetti Western’ was coined by Spanish journalist Alfonso Sánchez to describe low-budget Western films shot in Italy’s Cinecittà studios and at locations in the south of the country, usually produced by Italian filmmakers. Some of the most well-known Spaghetti Westerns include Django (1966), The Good, The Bad And the Ugly (1966) and Once Upon a Time in The West (1968).

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Kundapur: Popular cine star Dr Ramesh Arvind conferred with Dr Shivarama Karanth award

Dr Ramesh Arvind, popular film actor and director was conferred the Dr Shivarama Karanth award on Monday October 10. The award was presented to him considering his services on a national level as an actor, director and resource person.

Addressing the gathering, J C Madhuswamy, Karnataka minister of law, parliamentary affairs and legislation and minor irrigation said, “Shivarama Karanth was a walking cyclopaedia.” The minister inaugurated the birth anniversary of Shivarama Karanth at the award ceremony at Kota Shambhavi school premises.

“Karanth was a guide for the growth of the language. His contributions to literature, history of the state, language, art and culture are immense. The contribution by the seaside people for the prosperity of Kannada language is valuable,” he said.

“Artistes reduce the mental stress of people by their acting. Awarding Karanth hometown award to actor and director Ramesh Arvind is a fitting choice,” he said.

Kotatattu gram panchayat president Ashwini Dinesh presided over the programme. A book titled ‘Solu Antimavalla’ by Narendra Kumar Kota was released. Minister Kota Srinivas Poojary gave an introductory speech.

Coastal development authority president Mattar Rathnaker Hegde, Mysore Electricals Industries president Udaya Kumar Shetty, state food and civil supplies corporation vice president Kiran Kodgi, Kannada and culture department assistant director Poornima, taluk panchayat executive officer H V Ibrahimpur, Udupi district Kannada Sahitya Parishad president Neelavar Surendra Adiga, Kota Ibrahim Saheb, Brahmavar Tahsildar Rajashekarmurthy, Kota gram panchayat president Ajith Devadiga, Saligram town panchayat president Sulatha Hegde and others were present.

President of the Prathistana Anand C Kunder welcomed. Award selection committee convener U S Shenoy spoke. Sridhar Hande introduced the award recipient. Panchayat development officer Jayaram Shetty rendered a vote of thanks. Narendra Kumar Kota compered the programme. Sathish Vaddarse conducted the programme.

A procession was held prior to the programme which was carried from Kotathattu panchayat after offering tributes to the statue of Karanth at Theme park and progressed to the dais.

Alvas Education trust, Moodbidri students conducted a cultural programme after the event.

A time to share love and letters ‘Postal Week’ – October 09th – 16th

The Karnataka Postal department is set to celebrate Postal Week starting next week by bringing orphaned, underprivileged children and senior citizens together to spend time on October 14.

Speaking to TNIE, Chief Postmaster General, Karnataka, S Rajendra Kumar said, “It will give everyone an opportunity to bond with each other in the traditional role of grandparents and grandchildren. We are in talks with NGOs to facilitate this by identifying the right people.”

Some retired postal employees will also take up the role of grandparents. “The seniors will be goaded to write letters to the children they are introduced to on the day. We expect a total of 100 participants. A senior and a junior will form a pair, who will also take part in a quiz event,” he added. The day-long event will take place at the GPO.

The Postal Week is an annual event held from October 9 to October 16.

Walking 7km every day

Kumar has been walking 7 km every day since October 2 to follow Centre’s Fit India Freedom Run 3.0 under the Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav initiative observed from October 2 to October 31. “I have been walking 3.5 km from my residence at Museum Road to the CPMG office on Palace Road and back. I hope it also inspires staff in the Postal Department if they stay near the office,” he told TNIE. “I am enjoying it. I walk via Cubbon Park, and taking new routes to my workplace,” he said of his experience.

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Beary Language Day to be celebrated on October 3

Beary Vachanamaale authored by Ashiruddin Alia, writer and teacher, to be released on the occasion

Karnataka Beary Sahitya Academy has organised Beary Language Day celebrations on October 3 at 3 pm at the Mangaluru University College, Hampanakatte.

Being organised in association with the Beary Study Chair of Mangalore University, the programme would be inaugurated by Academy Administrator V.N. Mallikarjuna Swamy, said a release. Abdul Razak Ananthadi, lecturer with Government Pre University College, B. Mooda, Bantwal, delivers the Beary Language Day lecture.

On the occasion, Beary Vachanamaale authored by Ashiruddin Alia, writer and teacher with Sneha Public School, Bajal, will be released. Study Chair coordinator Abubakker Siddique and Academy Member Shamshir Budoli would be present, said Academy Registrar Poornima.

Dasara brings cheer as hotels in Mysuru remain fully occupied

Beeline of tourists to the City of Palaces for the finale – Jamboo Savari and torchlight parade scheduled on October 5

All roads are leading to Mysuru as the City of Palaces is gearing up for the Dasara finale on the day of Vijayadashami on October 5. The city is no exception to traffic congestion as the roads are getting choked and traffic jams have become common with scores of tourists heading to Mysuru to experience Nada Habba.

The steep rise in tourist footfalls has resulted in hotels registering 100 percent occupancy. All kinds of hotels – budget and star – are fully booked till October 5.

“We have no vacant rooms till the end of Dasara season. Another reason for full occupancy is Mr. Rahul Gandhi’s Bharat Jodo Yatra that has entered Mysuru district as the party leaders and followers have booked the rooms,” said Hotel Owners’ Association President C. Narayana Gowda.

Stakeholders of the tourism industry here were demanding for a grand Dasara as a booster dose for tourism which is on the path of recovery after the two waves of COVID-19. The Dasara fete was subdued in the last two years, badly hitting the tourism economy since a large number of families rely fully on the tourism revenue for their livelihood.

Tourists have been making a beeline to Mysuru since Saturday, thanks to the long weekend and the vacation. The schools and colleges are on vacation till October 9. “The last time this kind of rush was seen was in 2019. After a two-year gap, we are witnessing a surge of tourists and Dasara is the biggest strength for turning around the fortune of tourism industry,” a tour operator said.

According to Mr. Narayana Gowda, Mysuru city has 415 hotels, including star hotels and budget hotels, with about 10,500 rooms. Almost all the rooms are either full or booked. We have no vacant rooms. Some rooms were booked for sports persons of Dasara sports. The main reason for thumping footfalls is the grand Dasara, he said.

The rooms in vacant wedding halls have also been taken for the accommodation of the Congress party workers who have arrived here from different places to take part in Bharat Jodo Yatra.

“Since the hotel rooms are full, the rooms at wedding halls are also occupied to accommodate the party workers,” said Mr. Narayanagowda, who is also associated with the marriage halls’ association.

Some hotel representatives said that the rooms were available till September 29 but the bookings went up from September 30 and the rooms started filling up on Saturday.

“It took six hours for us to reach Mysuru from Bengaluru. There was bumper to bumper traffic on the highway. At the ORR junction at Manipal Hospital in Mysuru, we had to wait for 45 minutes to enter the city,” said a couple from Chennai.

Dr Appa honoured with Chenna Renuka Basava Prashasti

Dr Sharnbaswappa Appa, eighth Peetadhipathi of the Sharanabasaveshwar Samsthan and Chancellor of Sharnbasva University, was presented the prestigious Chenna Renuka Basava Prashasti for the year 2022 here on Sunday.

The award instituted by the Sri Channabasaveshwara Samsthan at Harkud in Bidar district carries a cash award of ₹1 lakh, 20 grams of gold, a citation and a plaque. Thousands of devotees of the Sharanabasaveshwar Samsthan and Sri Channabasaveshwara Samsthan were present.

Every year, this award is given to well-known social activists, writers, poets and musicians and some of the winners of this award include noted writer Sangamesh Savadattimath, Hindustani vocalist Sangeeta Katti, renowned fine art exponent J.S. Khanderao, writer Dodda Rangegowda and others.

Presenting the award to the octogenarian and visionary educationist Dr Appa, chief of the Sri Channabasaveshwara Samsthan Dr Chennaveera Shivacharya Swami said that it was a small recognition for the great work in the field of education and social service by Dr Appa.

The contribution of Dr Appa in the field of education and empowerment of educationally deprived sections of society in Kalyana Karnataka remains unmatched, he added.

Chairperson of the Sharanabasaveshwar Vidya Vardak Sangha Dr Dakshayini S. Appa, Secretary of the Sharanabasaveshwar Vidya Vardak Sangha Basavaraj Deshmukh, Vice-Chancellor of Sharnbasva University Dr Niranjan V. Nisty and political leaders were present.