Karnataka Dominates National Tenpin Bowling Championships; Kishan R, Preemal J Clinch Titles

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Kishan R, Preemal J Script Memorable Triumphs at 34th National Tenpin Bowling Championships

Bengaluru: Karnataka bowlers delivered a commanding performance on home turf as Kishan R and Preemal J emerged champions in the men’s and women’s categories respectively at the ARC 34th National Tenpin Bowling Championships, which concluded at Amoeba on Saturday.

Former national champion Kishan R reclaimed glory by clinching his second national title in the men’s division after a composed and calculated performance in the championship match. Competing against Akaash Ashok Kumar, Kishan built an early advantage in the opening game, scoring 208 against 191 to take a 17-pin lead.

Maintaining his rhythm, he delivered the highest game of the final round with an impressive 244, while Akaash responded with 238. The Karnataka bowler ultimately sealed the title with a 23-pin aggregate victory (452–429).
Earlier in the stepladder round, Akaash Ashok Kumar had advanced to the final after defeating Shanmugananda by 50 pins (358–308) in the first match. He then continued his strong run by overpowering Dhruv Sarda 476–374, winning by 102 pins to book his place in the title clash.

The women’s division witnessed an equally remarkable story as Preemal J ended Karnataka’s 15-year wait for a national women’s title. Facing top seed Sabina Athica in the championship match, Preemal surged ahead in the opening game with 188, while Sabina managed 168, giving the Karnataka bowler a 20-pin lead. Although the second game was closely contested, Preemal held her nerve to secure a 24-pin overall victory (332–308) and claim her maiden national crown.

Preemal’s path to the final was equally impressive. In the stepladder opener, she defeated Shabeena Kasmani 357–338, winning by 19 pins. She then edged past Anukriti Bishnoi 422–409, a narrow 13-pin win that secured her spot in the championship round.

Several players were recognised with special honours during the tournament. Anirudhan Sanjeevi of Tamil Nadu and Suchita S Kumar of Kerala were named Most Promising Players. Kishan R also dominated the statistics in the men’s division, recording the highest number of scores above 225 (11) and the best six-game block with 1,369 pins. In the women’s division, Sabina Athica led the charts with four games above 200 and the highest six-game block of 1,122 pins.

The week-long championship witnessed intense competition and standout performances, with Karnataka bowlers ultimately shining brightest on their home lanes in Bengaluru.

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‘Self-Identification Under Threat’: Activists Demand Withdrawal of Transgender Amendment Bill

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Bengaluru: Members of the Karnataka State Gender and Sexuality Minorities Coalition, popularly known as Okoota, have written an open letter to Prime Minister Narendra Modi urging the Union government to withdraw the proposed Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Amendment Bill, 2026, calling it a major setback to the rights of the transgender community.

Addressing a press conference at the Press Club of Bangalore, coalition members said the amendment threatens to dilute the legal protections established by the landmark National Legal Services Authority v. Union of India (2014) judgment of the Supreme Court of India, which recognised the right of individuals to self-identify their gender.

According to the coalition, the amendment seeks to narrow the legal definition of “transgender persons” by limiting it primarily to socio-cultural identities such as hijra, kinner, aravani and similar traditional communities, or people born with intersex variations. Activists argue that this definition excludes several groups including trans men, trans women, genderqueer and non-binary persons, who currently fall under the broader legal recognition.

Members of Okoota also raised concerns over the proposed removal of provisions guaranteeing the right to self-perceived gender identity. Under the amendment, individuals seeking recognition as transgender would need certification from a government-appointed medical board, followed by approval from a district magistrate. Activists say this process shifts the authority to determine gender identity from individuals to state authorities, potentially violating the rights to dignity, privacy and autonomy.
The coalition further argued that the amendment undermines international human rights standards such as the Yogyakarta Principles and contradicts the progressive framework established after the 2014 judgment.

Activists including Akkai Padmashali, Prakash-Prakashi, Arvind Narrain, Rumi Harish, Maya, Monika and Rakshitha said the proposed law risks reversing years of progress and could expose transgender persons and traditional communities to greater discrimination. They urged the Centre to withdraw the Bill immediately.

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ಕಂಠೀರವ ಸ್ಟುಡಿಯೋ ವಜ್ರಮಹೋತ್ಸವ ಆಚರಣೆಗೆ ಸರ್ಕಾರದ ಗಮನ ಸೆಳೆಯಲಿ

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ಕಂಠೀರವ ಸ್ಟುಡಿಯೋಸ್ ವಜ್ರಮಹೋತ್ಸವ ಆಚರಣೆ, ಟಿ.ಎಸ್. ಕರಿಬಸಯ್ಯ ಪುತ್ಥಳಿ ಅನಾವರಣಕ್ಕೆ ಆಗ್ರಹ

ಬೆಂಗಳೂರು, ಮಾ.16: ಬೆಂಗಳೂರಿನ ಕಂಠೀರವ ಸ್ಟುಡಿಯೋ ಸ್ಥಾಪನೆಯ ಪ್ರಮುಖ ರೂವರಿಯಾಗಿದ್ದ ತಿಪಟೂರಿನ ಕಲಾಕಂಠೀರವ ದಿವಂಗತ ಟಿ.ಎಸ್. ಕರಿಬಸಯ್ಯ ಅವರ ಸೇವೆ ಮತ್ತು ಕೊಡುಗೆಗಳನ್ನು ಕನ್ನಡ ಚಿತ್ರೋದ್ಯಮ ಸೂಕ್ತವಾಗಿ ಸ್ಮರಿಸಿಲ್ಲ ಎಂದು ಕಲಾಕಂಠೀರವ ದಿ. ಟಿ.ಎಸ್. ಕರಿಬಸಯ್ಯ ಸೇವಾ ಟ್ರಸ್ಟ್ ಅಧ್ಯಕ್ಷ ಗಂಡಸಿ ಸದಾನಂದ ಸ್ವಾಮಿ ತಿಳಿಸಿದ್ದಾರೆ. ಈ ಹಿನ್ನೆಲೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ಸ್ಟುಡಿಯೋ ಆವರಣದಲ್ಲಿ ಸಿದ್ಧವಾಗಿರುವ ಕರಿಬಸಯ್ಯ ಅವರ ಪುತ್ಥಳಿಯನ್ನು ಇದೇ ತಿಂಗಳ 18ರಂದು ಅನಾವರಣಗೊಳಿಸುವಂತೆ ಅವರು ಆಗ್ರಹಿಸಿದ್ದಾರೆ.

ನಗರದಲ್ಲಿ ಸೋಮವಾರ ನಡೆದ ಸುದ್ದಿಗೋಷ್ಠಿಯಲ್ಲಿ ಮಾತನಾಡಿದ ಅವರು, ಈ ತಿಂಗಳ 18ರಂದು ಕಂಠೀರವ ಸ್ಟುಡಿಯೋ ಸ್ಥಾಪನೆಗೆ 60 ವರ್ಷಗಳು ಪೂರ್ಣಗೊಳ್ಳಲಿದ್ದು, ಅದನ್ನು ವಜ್ರಮಹೋತ್ಸವವಾಗಿ ಆಚರಿಸಬೇಕು ಎಂದರು. ಅದೇ ವೇಳೆ ಕರಿಬಸಯ್ಯ ಅವರಿಗೆ 115ನೇ ಜಯಂತಿಯೂ ಆಗುತ್ತಿರುವುದರಿಂದ ಅವರ ಜನ್ಮ ಶತಮಾನೋತ್ಸವದ ಅಂಗವಾಗಿ ರಾಜ್ಯ ಸರ್ಕಾರ ಹಾಗೂ ಕನ್ನಡ ಚಿತ್ರರಂಗವು ಸಮಗ್ರವಾಗಿ ಕಾರ್ಯಕ್ರಮಗಳನ್ನು ಆಯೋಜಿಸಬೇಕು ಎಂದು ಒತ್ತಾಯಿಸಿದರು.

ಕಂಠೀರವ ಸ್ಟುಡಿಯೋ ಸ್ಥಾಪನೆ ಕನ್ನಡ ಚಿತ್ರರಂಗದ ಅಭಿವೃದ್ಧಿಗೆ ಮಹತ್ವದ ತಿರುವು ನೀಡಿದ ಘಟನೆಯಾಗಿದೆ. 1966ರ ತನಕ ಕನ್ನಡ ಸಿನಿಮಾಗಳ ಚಿತ್ರಿಕರಣಕ್ಕಾಗಿ ಕಲಾವಿದರು ಮತ್ತು ತಾಂತ್ರಿಕರು ಮದರಾಸಿಗೆ ತೆರಳಬೇಕಾಗಿದ್ದ ಪರಿಸ್ಥಿತಿ ಇತ್ತು. ಆ ಸಂದರ್ಭದಲ್ಲಿ ರಾಜ್ಯದಲ್ಲಿ ಸುಸಜ್ಜಿತ ಸ್ಟುಡಿಯೋಗಳ ಕೊರತೆ ಇರುವುದನ್ನು ಮನಗಂಡ ಕರಿಬಸಯ್ಯ ಅವರು ರಂಗಭೂಮಿ ದಿಗ್ಗಜ ಗುಬ್ಬಿ ವೀರಣ್ಣ ಅವರೊಂದಿಗೆ ಸೇರಿ ಬೆಂಗಳೂರಿನಲ್ಲಿ ಕಂಠೀರವ ಸ್ಟುಡಿಯೋವನ್ನು ಸ್ಥಾಪಿಸಿದರು. ಇದರಿಂದ ಅನೇಕ ನಿರ್ದೇಶಕರು, ನಿರ್ಮಾಪಕರು ಮತ್ತು ಕಲಾವಿದರಿಗೆ ಆಶ್ರಯ ದೊರಕಿತು ಎಂದು ಹೇಳಿದರು.

ರಂಗಭೂಮಿ ಮತ್ತು ಚಿತ್ರರಂಗದ ಅಭಿವೃದ್ಧಿಗಾಗಿ ಜೀವನವನ್ನೇ ಮುಡಿಪಾಗಿಟ್ಟಿದ್ದ ಕರಿಬಸಯ್ಯ ಅವರ ಕಲಾಸೇವೆ ಇಂದು ಮರೆತಿರುವಂತಾಗಿದೆ ಎಂದು ಅವರು ವಿಷಾದಿಸಿದರು. ಸ್ಟುಡಿಯೋ ಸರ್ಕಾರದ ಸುಪರ್ದಿಗೆ ಬಂದು ಹಲವು ವರ್ಷಗಳಾದರೂ ಅವರ ಸ್ಮರಣಾರ್ಥವಾಗಿ ಯಾವುದೇ ಕಾರ್ಯಕ್ರಮಗಳನ್ನು ಸರ್ಕಾರ ಆಯೋಜಿಸಿಲ್ಲ ಎಂದು ಆರೋಪಿಸಿದರು.

ವಾರ್ತಾ ಮತ್ತು ಸಾರ್ವಜನಿಕ ಸಂಪರ್ಕ ಇಲಾಖೆ ಮುಖ್ಯಮಂತ್ರಿ ಸಿದ್ದರಾಮಯ್ಯ ಅವರ ವಶದಲ್ಲಿದ್ದು, ಕಂಠೀರವ ಸ್ಟುಡಿಯೋಸ್ ವಜ್ರಮಹೋತ್ಸವ ಆಚರಣೆಗೆ ಅಗತ್ಯ ಕ್ರಮ ಕೈಗೊಳ್ಳಬೇಕು. ಕನ್ನಡ ಚಲನಚಿತ್ರ ವಾಣಿಜ್ಯ ಮಂಡಳಿ ಸೇರಿದಂತೆ ಚಿತ್ರರಂಗದ ಸಂಘಟನೆಗಳು ಒಗ್ಗೂಡಿ ಈ ಕಾರ್ಯಕ್ರಮವನ್ನು ಅರ್ಥಪೂರ್ಣವಾಗಿ ಆಚರಿಸಬೇಕು ಎಂದು ಅವರು ಆಗ್ರಹಿಸಿದರು.
ಈ ಸಂದರ್ಭದಲ್ಲಿ ಟ್ರಸ್ಟ್ ಉಪಾಧ್ಯಕ್ಷ ತಿಪಟೂರು ದಯಾನಂದ್ ಸಾಗರ್ ಮತ್ತು ಕನ್ನಡ ರಾಜು ಸೇರಿದಂತೆ ಇನ್ನಿತರರು ಉಪಸ್ಥಿತರಿದ್ದರು.

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Fitness Meets Fun: Thousands Join cult Carnival in Whitefield

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Bengaluru shows up to move at cult’s Fitness Carnival
Over 5,000 attendees experienced a day of community-led fitness, conversations & competitions

Bengaluru, March 15, 2026: A sea of fitness enthusiasts, families and first-time participants gathered at KTPO, Whitefield, as cult hosted its prestigious cult Fitness Carnival, turning the venue into a celebration of community and movement. Designed as an inclusive, experience-led event, the carnival welcomed over 5,000 people of all age groups and fitness levels to explore movement in ways that felt social, accessible and fun.

Throughout the day, the venue came alive with a diverse mix of workshops, challenges, conversations and interactive experiences, creating a festival of fitness. Participants ranging from Gen Z to sexagenarians, moved between different activity zones, joined group sessions, explored brand-led experiences and engaged with the broader wellness ecosystem.

The highlight of the day was a series of celebrity-led workshops and group sessions. Attendees participated in a yoga session with Bollywood celebrity Malaika Arora , Mat Pilates with popular instructor Yasmin Karachiwala, a strength masterclass led by cult co-founder Rishabh Telang, and a high-energy dance fitness session with Shwetambari Shetty among others. Alongside these, the programme also included activities such as coffee mixology, art reset sessions and shadow yoga, reflecting the carnival’s focus on exploring different ways of moving and engaging with fitness.

“For me, fitness has always been about feeling good and enjoying the process. What I loved about the cult Fitness Carnival was seeing so many different people come together to move, try new things and just have fun with fitness. When you create spaces like this where people can explore and feel comfortable participating, it makes staying active feel much more enjoyable,” Malaika Arora said , reflecting on the energy at the event.

Sharing a similar sentiment on introducing people to different forms of movement, Yasmin Karachiwala said , “Movement should feel empowering and not intimidating. Pilates teaches people how to move with control, strength and awareness, and that is something anyone can begin at any stage of their fitness journey. Events like the cult Fitness Carnival are wonderful because they introduce people to different forms of movement and help them discover what works best for their body.”

Adding to the event was the cult UNBOUND Championship, which returned as a core competitive segment within the carnival. Known for testing strength, endurance and mental grit, the championship brought together experienced athletes and serious fitness enthusiasts who competed across functional workout formats designed to push their endurance. The competition added a high-performance edge to the event, while the larger carnival ensured there was something for everyone to participate in and enjoy.

Speaking about the broader idea behind the carnival, Rishabh said, “At cult we have always believed that fitness should feel approachable and engaging. The carnival brings that philosophy to life by giving people the chance to try different workouts, challenge themselves and experience the energy of a larger fitness community. When people discover that movement can be both challenging and enjoyable, it becomes much easier to make it a regular habit.”

Across the venue, interactive zones featuring brand activations, product sampling and hands-on experiences kept the energy high throughout the day. Panel discussions with leading voices from the fitness ecosystem also offered insights into evolving fitness habits, training philosophies and the growing culture of everyday movement in India.

Naresh Krishnaswamy, CEO, Curefit Healthcare Pvt Ltd , said, “The cult Fitness Carnival is about opening up fitness to many more people and showing that movement can take many forms. It was encouraging to see such a diverse group of participants come together, try new experiences and engage with fitness in a way that felt welcoming and enjoyable. Our aim is to build this into a platform that continues to grow and travel to more cities, encouraging more people to make movement a regular part of their lives.”

With its blend of competition, community participation and immersive experiences, the cult Fitness Carnival reflected the growing appetite for social, community-driven fitness events in India. For many attendees, it offered an opportunity to discover new ways to move, connect with like-minded individuals and celebrate the joy of being active together.

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ಸಮಾಜದಲ್ಲಿ ಮಹಿಳೆಯರ ಸ್ಥಾನ ಮತ್ತಷ್ಟು ಬಲವಾಗಲಿ: ಜಿ.ಆರ್. ಪ್ರದೀಪ್

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ಮಹಿಳೆಯರ ಗೌರವ ನಮ್ಮೆಲ್ಲರ ಆದ್ಯ ಕರ್ತವ್ಯ: ಜಿ.ಆರ್. ಪ್ರದೀಪ್
ಅಖಿಲ ಭಾರತೀಯ ಬ್ರಾಹ್ಮಣ ಮಹಾಸಂಘದ ಮಹಿಳಾ ದಿನಾಚರಣೆ

ಬೆಂಗಳೂರು: ಮಹಿಳೆಯರನ್ನು ಗೌರವಿಸುವ ಮನೋಭಾವ ಸಮಾಜದಲ್ಲಿ ನಿರಂತರವಾಗಿ ಬಲಪಡಬೇಕು ಎಂದು ಅಖಿಲ ಭಾರತೀಯ ಬ್ರಾಹ್ಮಣ ಮಹಾಸಂಘದ ರಾಜ್ಯಾಧ್ಯಕ್ಷ ಜಿ.ಆರ್. ಪ್ರದೀಪ್ ಅಭಿಪ್ರಾಯಪಟ್ಟರು.
ಅಖಿಲ ಭಾರತೀಯ ಬ್ರಾಹ್ಮಣ ಮಹಾಸಂಘದ ಬೆಂಗಳೂರು ದಕ್ಷಿಣ ಮಹಿಳಾ ಘಟಕದ ವತಿಯಿಂದ ಆಯೋಜಿಸಿದ್ದ ಮಹಿಳಾ ದಿನಾಚರಣೆ ಕಾರ್ಯಕ್ರಮದಲ್ಲಿ ಅವರು ಮಾತನಾಡಿದರು. ಸಮಾಜದಲ್ಲಿ ಮಹಿಳೆಯರನ್ನು ಪೂಜನೀಯ ಸ್ಥಾನದಲ್ಲಿ ಕಾಣುವ ಮನೋಭಾವ ಬೆಳೆಸಬೇಕಿದೆ. ಮಹಿಳಾ ಶಕ್ತಿಗೆ ಗೌರವ ನೀಡುವುದು ನಮ್ಮೆಲ್ಲರ ಆದ್ಯ ಕರ್ತವ್ಯ ಎಂದು ಹೇಳಿದರು.
ಸಂಘಟನೆಯನ್ನು ಮತ್ತಷ್ಟು ಬಲಪಡಿಸುವ ಕಾರ್ಯ ಮುಂದುವರಿಯಬೇಕು ಎಂದು ಮಹಾಸಂಘದ ರಾಜ್ಯ ಪ್ರಧಾನ ಕಾರ್ಯದರ್ಶಿ ವಿಶ್ವನಾಥ ಜೋಶಿ ತಿಳಿಸಿದರು. ವಿವಿಧ ವಲಯಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ಹೆಚ್ಚಿನ ಸಂಖ್ಯೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ಪದಾಧಿಕಾರಿಗಳು ಹಾಗೂ ಸದಸ್ಯರು ನೋಂದಣಿಯಾಗುವಂತೆ ಸದಸ್ಯತ್ವ ಅಭಿಯಾನವನ್ನು ಶೀಘ್ರದಲ್ಲೇ ಆರಂಭಿಸಲಾಗುವುದು ಎಂದು ಹೇಳಿದರು.

ಈ ಸಂದರ್ಭದಲ್ಲಿ ಸಾಮೂಹಿಕ ಮಹಾಲಕ್ಷ್ಮಿ ಪೂಜೆ, ಕುಂಕುಮಾರ್ಚನೆ ಸೇರಿದಂತೆ ವಿವಿಧ ಕ್ಷೇತ್ರಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ಸಾಧನೆಗೈದ ಮಹಿಳೆಯರಿಗೆ ಸನ್ಮಾನ ಕಾರ್ಯಕ್ರಮವೂ ನಡೆಯಿತು.
ಕಾರ್ಯಕ್ರಮದಲ್ಲಿ ಮಹಾಸಂಘದ ರಾಜ್ಯ ಪ್ರಧಾನ ಕಾರ್ಯದರ್ಶಿ ವಿಶ್ವನಾಥ ಜೋಶಿ, ಬೆಂಗಳೂರು ದಕ್ಷಿಣ ಘಟಕದ ಅಧ್ಯಕ್ಷೆ ಪೂರ್ಣಿಮಾ, ರಾಜ್ಯ ಯುವ ಘಟಕದ ಅಧ್ಯಕ್ಷ ಕಾರ್ತಿಕ್ ಸೋಮಯಾಜಿ, ರಾಜ್ಯ ಉದ್ಯಮ ವಿಭಾಗದ ಅಧ್ಯಕ್ಷ ಶ್ರೀಧರ್, ಬೆಂಗಳೂರು ದಕ್ಷಿಣ ಮಹಿಳಾ ಘಟಕದ ಅಧ್ಯಕ್ಷೆ ಜಯಶ್ರೀ ಸೂರ್ಯನಾರಾಯಣ ಸೇರಿದಂತೆ ಹಲವು ಪದಾಧಿಕಾರಿಗಳು ಉಪಸ್ಥಿತರಿದ್ದರು.

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