‘Jagaddhatri’ Set to Bring a New Wave to Kannada Television from September 28

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Mokshitha Pai, Vijay Lalitha Surya and Kavitha Gowda return to the small screen with Zee Kannada’s new action-packed serial

Bengaluru, September 26, 2026: Zee Kannada is set to introduce a new television serial, ‘Jagaddhatri’, featuring a unique blend of family emotions, action, patriotism, romance and police drama. The serial will premiere on September 28 and will air every day at 9 pm.

Actress Mokshitha Pai will play the lead role of Jagaddhatri, an undercover woman police officer who balances her responsibilities at home with her fight against crime. While she faces challenges and pressure within her family, she takes on a completely different persona outside, working as a determined police officer.

A major part of the storyline revolves around Jagaddhatri’s mission to clear her mother’s name after she is accused of being anti-national. Determined to ensure justice for her mother, Jagaddhatri takes on a difficult battle while dealing with family conflicts, professional challenges and personal responsibilities.

The serial portrays Jagaddhatri as both the light of her family and a force against those who threaten society. The story combines family relationships with action sequences, duty, patriotism and romance, giving the show a contemporary appeal.

The serial has already generated interest on social media with its hook step. A duet featuring Mokshitha Pai and Vijay Lalitha Surya has also attracted attention. Vijay Lalitha Surya will play an IPS officer, with his character sharing a special equation with Jagaddhatri.

Speaking about his return to a romantic role, Vijay Lalitha Surya said, “I have not played a character like this for a long time. I am happy to be back in a role that revolves around love and romance.”

Along with Mokshitha Pai and Vijay Lalitha Surya, Kavitha Gowda will be seen in a key role. The cast also includes veteran and younger artistes such as Girija Lokesh, Aruna Balaraj, Lakshmi Siddappa, Maiko Manju, Vachan Hosamath, Ravi Bhat, Sonia Ponnamma and Manasi Sudheer, among others.

The serial is being produced by writers Mahesh Rao and Prakash, who are known for their work in cinema, and is directed by Mahesh Sarang. It is being produced under the Keerthi Akshaya Network banner.

With its mix of family drama, high-energy action, police investigations, patriotism and the romantic track between Vijay Lalitha Surya and Mokshitha Pai, Jagaddhatri presents the lead character through two contrasting worlds. At home, she is a woman managing family responsibilities, while outside she is a police officer committed to taking on criminals and protecting society.

Deepak Sriramulu, Business Head, Zee Kannada, said women continue to face several challenges while balancing different responsibilities in life, and Jagaddhatri reflects this reality through its central character.

“Women are said to be the source of creation, and even today every woman navigates her own set of challenges. Jagaddhatri too faces several challenges in her life, but she takes them head-on while carrying the responsibility of protecting society as a super cop,” he said.

He added that Zee Kannada has consistently aimed to offer audiences fresh stories and new experiences. “With Jagaddhatri, we are confident of bringing another distinctive story and engaging entertainment that will connect with Kannada audiences,” he said.

Jagaddhatri premieres on Zee Kannada on September 28 at 9 pm.

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Free Bone Density Screening Camp Held at Raghavendra Swamy Mutt in Bengaluru

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Over 200 devotees and staff members benefit from bone health screening, medical consultation and free medicines

Bengaluru: A free bone health and bone density screening camp was organised at the Nanjanagudu Sri Guru Raghavendra Swamy Mutt in Jayanagar 5th Block, Bengaluru, benefiting more than 200 devotees and staff members.

The health camp was conducted with the blessings of Paramapujya Sri 108 Sri Subudhendra Tirtha Sripadangalavaru and under the leadership of R.K. Vadindra Acharya, senior manager of the Sri Mutt. The programme was organised in association with Keva Ayurveda Hospital, led by its founder and CEO Dr. Krishna Kumar and his medical team.

The camp was held from 8.30 am to 1 pm, providing participants with bone health assessments, bone density tests and free medical consultations. Free medicines were also distributed to those who required them.

Speaking about the initiative, Sri Nandakishore Acharya said the camp was organised as part of the Mutt’s efforts to support the health and well-being of its staff members and devotees. More than 200 people underwent bone health and bone density screening during the camp.

Doctors from the Keva Ayurveda Hospital team also provided guidance on various bone-related health concerns and offered advice on maintaining better bone health.

At the conclusion of the programme, R.K. Vadindra Acharya felicitated Dr. Krishna Kumar and his team by presenting them with Gururaya’s Shesha Vastra, Phala and Mantrakshata, and conveyed his appreciation for their service.

Dr. Krishna Kumar expressed his gratitude to Paramapujya Sri 108 Sri Subudhendra Tirtha Sripadangalavaru for providing the opportunity to conduct the health initiative and thanked R.K. Vadindra Acharya and the Sri Mutt administration for their support and cooperation.

The devotees who participated in the camp appreciated the initiative and thanked both the Mutt administration and the Keva Ayurveda Hospital team for providing free health screening, medical consultation and medicines.

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Mass Sri Satyanarayana Vrata Held at Raghavendra Swamy Mutt on Pournami

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Bengaluru: A mass Sri Satyanarayana Vrata Puja was performed on the occasion of Pournami (full moon) at the Nanjanagudu Sri Guru Raghavendra Swamy Mutt in Jayanagar 5th Block, Bengaluru.

The religious ceremony was conducted under the direction and blessings of Paramapujya Sri 1008 Sri Subudhendra Tirtha Sripadangalavaru. It was organised under the leadership of R.K. Vadindra Acharya, senior manager of the Sri Mutt.

Priests Sri Nandakishore Acharya and Katti Raghavendra Acharya performed the rituals and conducted the puja as per tradition.

Hundreds of devotees participated in the special Pournami worship and offered their prayers to Sri Hari, Vayu and Gurugalu. The devotees sought the blessings of Sri Guru Raghavendra Swamy and participated in the sacred rituals with devotion and faith.

The atmosphere at the mutt remained spiritually vibrant as devotees came together for the collective worship and prayers.

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Nirmala Sitharaman Unveils ‘Cashless Nation’ on UPI’s 10th Anniversary

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New book traces the making of India’s digital payments revolution and the rise of UPI

Bengaluru, September 26, 2026: Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Saturday unveiled Cashless Nation, How UPI Changed Everything, a new book documenting the evolution of India’s digital payments ecosystem and the story behind the creation and rapid growth of the Unified Payments Interface (UPI).

The book, authored by Dr. Santanu Paul and B. Sambamurthy and published by Penguin Random House, was launched at Sangam 2026, the annual flagship conference of the IIT Madras Alumni Association and IIT Madras.

The launch was attended by Prof. V. Kamakoti, Director, IIT Madras; Dr. Pramod Varma; Sankaran Naren; Ben Mathias; and Sharad Bulusu, among other guests from the technology, banking and business sectors.

Released in the year UPI completes a decade, Cashless Nation looks at the several decades of institutional and technological development that laid the foundation for India’s digital payments transformation. It examines how interoperable, real-time payments evolved into a system used widely in everyday transactions and how India emerged as a global reference point in digital payments.

Written in an accessible and fast-paced style, the book focuses not only on the technology but also on the people, institutions, policy decisions and execution that contributed to the transformation. It traces the journey from the early foundations of India’s payments infrastructure to the development of UPI and its expansion across the country.

Congratulating the authors, Prof. V. Kamakoti, Director, IIT Madras, said digital finance has become an important driver of economic growth and prosperity. He described UPI as a global model for digital payments and said the book offers valuable insights into the developments that shaped its success.

The authors bring different but complementary perspectives to the book. Dr. Santanu Paul, a technologist and entrepreneur, offers a technology and innovation perspective, while B. Sambamurthy, a veteran banker and former senior financial-sector leader, brings extensive experience from the banking and financial ecosystem.

Their professional association with institutions including the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) and the Institute for Development and Research in Banking Technology (IDRBT), along with their broader experience in the financial sector, provides the book with insights into the institutional and technological journey behind UPI.

Cashless Nation: How UPI Changed Everything is positioned as an account of one of India’s most significant digital transformations and the people and institutions behind it.

For more information about the book, visit: “cashlessnationbook.com” (https://reference-url-citation.invalid/0)

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Anera Silver Enters Bengaluru with First Store, Targets ₹25 Crore Revenue in Year One

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Kushals-backed jewellery brand plans six stores in eight weeks and 100-150 outlets across India in five years

Bengaluru, September 24, 2026: Design-led jewellery brand Anera Silver by Kushals has marked its Bengaluru debut with the opening of its first store in HSR Layout, setting the stage for an ambitious retail expansion across India. The brand plans to open six stores within eight weeks and build a network of 100–150 outlets across the country over the next five years, with a first-year revenue target of ₹25 crore.

The Bengaluru launch also featured an exclusive appearance by popular actress Ashika Ranganath, who joined the celebrations and marked the unveiling of Anera Silver’s new jewellery collection.

Founded by Kalpesh Gulechha, Anera Silver has been created as a contemporary jewellery brand with a strong focus on design, craftsmanship and customer experience. Its first Bengaluru outlet, located at Shop 822, Ground and Mezzanine, 27th Main Road, 1st Sector, HSR Layout, showcases collections for festive occasions, gifting, bridal wear and everyday styling.

The brand has introduced ‘A New Era of Silver’ as its launch campaign, reflecting its approach to giving silver jewellery a contemporary design identity and a distinctive retail experience.

Anera Silver’s collections are designed around different occasions, moods and expressions, moving beyond the traditional perception of silver jewellery as being limited to specific occasions. The range includes pieces intended for everyday wear as well as festivals, celebrations, gifting and bridal occasions.

Speaking about the launch, Founder Kalpesh Gulechha said the brand aims to create a jewellery destination where customers can discover design and craftsmanship while finding pieces that reflect their individual style.

“Jewellery becomes meaningful when it becomes part of people’s lives, from everyday moments and celebrations to milestones and personal stories. With Anera, our ambition is to create a space where customers can discover design, experience craftsmanship and find pieces that feel personal to them,” he said.

The HSR Layout store marks the first phase of Anera Silver’s retail expansion. The company plans to develop large-format stores averaging around 2,500 sq. ft., with six outlets expected to open within eight weeks across key markets.

The brand is targeting ₹25 crore in revenue in its first year, with the initial expansion intended to establish a strong foundation for its longer-term national retail plans.

Gulechha brings more than two decades of experience in the jewellery industry, with expertise spanning retail strategy, merchandising, finance, expansion and consumer understanding through his association with Kushals. He is now applying that experience to Anera Silver as a distinct brand with its own identity, collections and retail format.

With its Bengaluru entry, Anera Silver aims to expand the appeal of silver jewellery by offering customers collections that complement different moments—from everyday fashion and gifting to festive and bridal occasions—while building a significant retail footprint across India.

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