Bengaluru Tech Firm Danlaw Honoured for Smart V2X Road Safety Solution

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Danlaw Technologies India Ltd Bags National Award for V2X Innovation in Vehicle Safety

Bengaluru, March 9: Danlaw Technologies India Ltd has been recognised with the prestigious “Innovation in Vehicle Safety” award at the Build India Infra Awards 2026 under the Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) category.

The award was presented to Raju S. Dandu, Chairman of Danlaw Technologies India Ltd, by Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari during a ceremony held in New Delhi on February 24.

The recognition comes for the company’s work on a Vehicle-to-Everything (V2X) based Green Corridor project designed to enhance emergency and priority mobility. The technology, successfully demonstrated in Bengaluru, enables emergency vehicles such as ambulances to receive priority signal clearance at traffic junctions, helping them reach hospitals faster and potentially saving lives. The system can also facilitate priority movement for public transport vehicles, improving traffic flow in congested areas.

Danlaw’s next-generation secure V2X platform allows vehicles to communicate with other vehicles, roadside infrastructure and traffic management systems, enhancing road safety and enabling smarter traffic operations.

Speaking recently about the future of road safety technologies, Nitin Gadkari emphasised the significance of Vehicle-to-Vehicle (V2V) communication systems, stating that the Government of India is working towards introducing such technologies in vehicles in the coming years to help reduce road accidents and strengthen road safety.

Reacting to the recognition, Raju S. Dandu said the award reflects the company’s long-standing commitment to innovation in connected vehicle technologies. “Solutions such as V2X will play a vital role in strengthening road safety, supporting intelligent transportation systems and contributing to India’s vision of safer and smarter mobility,” he said.

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Free Eye Check-ups for Women: Dr Agarwals Launches ‘Gift Her Clear Vision’ Campaign

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Bengaluru, March 6: Dr Agarwals Eye Hospital has launched a nationwide campaign titled ‘Gift Her Clear Vision’ to provide free eye check-ups and consultations to women, marking International Women’s Day. The initiative aims to reach one million women through the hospital network’s more than 280 eye hospitals and vision care centres across India.

The campaign seeks to address a growing concern that many women in the country tend to place family and caregiving responsibilities ahead of their own health needs, often delaying eye examinations and treatment. According to the hospital, this tendency increases the risk of preventable vision problems among women.

As part of the initiative, individuals are encouraged to pledge a free eye examination for an important woman in their lives. Participants can register by scanning a QR code and completing a short pledge form available on the hospital’s website or by calling 9003888444 to nominate a woman for a complimentary eye check-up. After a nomination is made, the hospital team will contact the nominated individual and schedule a priority appointment at the nearest centre between March 8 and 31.

Dr Ashvin Agarwal, Chief Clinical Officer and Senior Ophthalmologist at the hospital, said studies suggest that nearly 65% of women in India postpone seeking eye care despite experiencing vision-related issues. He added that an estimated 2.5 million women face the risk of avoidable vision loss each year, often due to caregiving duties, social factors and financial constraints that delay timely medical attention.

Dr Sanjana Vatsa, Consultant Ophthalmologist at the Bengaluru unit of the hospital, said the campaign offers comprehensive eye examinations and clinical consultations for women across the country. She noted that early and regular eye check-ups play a key role in detecting eye conditions at an early stage and ensuring appropriate treatment.

To facilitate the programme, the hospital has introduced priority consultation hours for women during both weekdays and weekends across its centres. Dedicated consultation slots, expedited check-in procedures and private consultation spaces on Sundays have also been arranged to ensure convenient access to eye care services. The initiative aims to raise awareness about the importance of preventive eye care among women, the hospital said.

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ಅಭಿವೃದ್ಧಿ ಹೆಸರಿನಲ್ಲಿ ಪರಿಸರ ನಾಶ ಬೇಡ: ರೇವತಿ ಕಾಮತ್ ಎಚ್ಚರಿಕೆ

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ಪರಿಸರ ಉಳಿಸುವ ಜವಾಬ್ದಾರಿ ನಮ್ಮದೆ: ರೇವತಿ ಕಾಮತ್

‘ಧೀ’ ಆಸ್ಪತ್ರೆಯ ವತಿಯಿಂದ ‘ಧೀ ಶಕ್ತಿ’ ಕಾರ್ಯಕ್ರಮ – ಮಹಿಳಾ ಸಾಧಕರಿಗೆ ಗೌರವ

ಬೆಂಗಳೂರು, ಮಾ.08: ಮುಂದಿನ ತಲೆಮಾರಿಗೆ ಉತ್ತಮ ಪರಿಸರವನ್ನು ಉಳಿಸಿ ನೀಡುವುದು ನಮ್ಮೆಲ್ಲರ ಜವಾಬ್ದಾರಿಯಾಗಿದೆ ಎಂದು ಪರಿಸರವಾದಿ ರೇವತಿ ಕಾಮತ್ ಹೇಳಿದರು.

ಕನಕಪುರ ರಸ್ತೆಯಲ್ಲಿರುವ ‘ಧೀ (DHEE)’ ಆಸ್ಪತ್ರೆ ವತಿಯಿಂದ ಅಂತಾರಾಷ್ಟ್ರೀಯ ಮಹಿಳಾ ದಿನಾಚರಣೆಯ ಅಂಗವಾಗಿ ಆಯೋಜಿಸಿದ್ದ ‘ಧೀ ಶಕ್ತಿ’ ಕಾರ್ಯಕ್ರಮವನ್ನು ಉದ್ಘಾಟಿಸಿ ಅವರು ಮಾತನಾಡಿದರು.
“ಇಂದಿನ ಸಮಾಜದಲ್ಲಿ ಜನರು ತಮ್ಮ ವೈಯಕ್ತಿಕ ಅಭಿವೃದ್ಧಿಯತ್ತ ಹೆಚ್ಚು ಗಮನ ಹರಿಸುತ್ತಿದ್ದರೂ, ಪರಿಸರ ಸಂರಕ್ಷಣೆ ಕಡೆಗಣಿಸಲಾಗುತ್ತಿದೆ. ಅಭಿವೃದ್ಧಿಯ ಹೆಸರಿನಲ್ಲಿ ಪರಿಸರಕ್ಕೆ ಹಾನಿಯಾಗುವಂತಹ ಕಾರ್ಯಗಳನ್ನು ನಿಯಂತ್ರಿಸುವ ಅಗತ್ಯ ಇದೆ,” ಎಂದು ಅವರು ಹೇಳಿದರು.

ಇಂದಿನ ನಗರಾಭಿವೃದ್ಧಿಯಲ್ಲಿ ಕಟ್ಟಡ ನಿರ್ಮಾಣಕ್ಕೆ ಹೆಚ್ಚು ಒತ್ತು ನೀಡಲಾಗುತ್ತಿದ್ದು, ಪರಿಸರ ಸಂರಕ್ಷಣೆ ಬಗ್ಗೆ ಸಾಕಷ್ಟು ಕಾಳಜಿ ಕಾಣಿಸುತ್ತಿಲ್ಲ ಎಂದು ಅವರು ವಿಷಾದ ವ್ಯಕ್ತಪಡಿಸಿದರು. “ಮನೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ಬೆಳೆಸುವ ಸಸಿಗಳ ಬಗ್ಗೆ ಸಹ ನಮಗೆ ಸಮರ್ಪಕ ತಿಳುವಳಿಕೆ ಇಲ್ಲ. ರೈತರು ಕೂಡ ಅನವಶ್ಯಕವಾಗಿ ಕೀಟನಾಶಕಗಳನ್ನು ಬಳಸುತ್ತಿರುವುದು ಪರಿಸರ ಹಾನಿಗೆ ಕಾರಣವಾಗುತ್ತಿದೆ. ಈ ಬಗ್ಗೆ ಜಾಗೃತಿ ಅಗತ್ಯ,” ಎಂದು ಹೇಳಿದರು.

ಪದ್ಮಶ್ರೀ ಪ್ರಶಸ್ತಿ ಪುರಸ್ಕೃತ ಅನುಪಮಾ ಹೊಸಕೆರೆ ಮಾತನಾಡಿ, “ಇತಿಹಾಸವನ್ನು ನೋಡಿದರೆ ಮಹಿಳೆಯರ ಶಕ್ತಿ ಅಪಾರವಾಗಿದೆ. ಮಹಿಳೆಯರು ಎದುರಾಗುವ ಸವಾಲುಗಳನ್ನು ಆತ್ಮವಿಶ್ವಾಸದಿಂದ ಎದುರಿಸಬೇಕು. ಯಾವುದೇ ಕಷ್ಟ ಬಂದರೂ ಧೈರ್ಯ ಕಳೆದುಕೊಳ್ಳಬಾರದು. ಮಹಿಳಾ ದಿನಾಚರಣೆ ಕೇವಲ ಆಚರಣೆಗೆ ಮಾತ್ರ ಸೀಮಿತವಾಗದೆ, ಮಹಿಳೆಯರ ಸಾಮರ್ಥ್ಯ ಮತ್ತು ಸಾಧನೆಗಳನ್ನು ಸಮಾಜಕ್ಕೆ ತೋರಿಸುವ ವೇದಿಕೆಯಾಗಬೇಕು,” ಎಂದು ಹೇಳಿದರು.

ಈ ಸಂದರ್ಭದಲ್ಲಿ ನಟಿ ಗಿರಿಜಾ ಲೋಕೇಶ್, ಹೇಮಾ ಶಾನಭೋಗ್, ಪತ್ರಕರ್ತೆ ಮಿನಿ ಥಾಮಸ್ ಸೇರಿದಂತೆ ವಿವಿಧ ಕ್ಷೇತ್ರಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ಸಾಧನೆ ಮಾಡಿದ ಮಹಿಳೆಯರನ್ನು ಅಭಿನಂದಿಸಿ ಗೌರವಿಸಲಾಯಿತು. ಕಾರ್ಯಕ್ರಮದಲ್ಲಿ ಡಾ. ಸುಪ್ರಜಾ ಚಂದ್ರಶೇಖರ್ ಸೇರಿದಂತೆ ಅನೇಕರು ಉಪಸ್ಥಿತರಿದ್ದರು.

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Women Achievers Honoured with Seva Ratna Awards on International Women’s Day in Bengaluru

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Bengaluru: Marking the occasion of International Women’s Day, a felicitation programme recognising women achievers from different walks of life was organised at Bharat Sarathi Sabhangana on Bannerghatta Road in Bengaluru.

At the event, the Snehajeevi Women’s Seva Ratna Award was presented to several women who have made notable contributions in their respective fields. The awardees included Dr. Yogitha Prakash, traffic police officer Manjula, teacher Radha, social workers S. Hema Kannadathi and Anushree Rajesh, as well as women auto drivers Shailu, Umadevi and Veena.

The programme was attended by several dignitaries. Among the chief guests were Mahadev T, Assistant Commissioner of Police (Traffic), South Division, Gandasi Sadananda Swamy, actor, producer and editor of Bharat Sarathi Kannada Daily, Snehajeevi Santhosh Kumar, former BJP city council member Murali, Mithun, youth president of Bommanahalli Congress, Begur Abdul; and Ramesh Babu.

State office-bearers Srinivas Babu, Usman Pasha and Shivakumar G.S., along with Women’s President Snehajeevi Suma and several drivers, were also present on the occasion. The programme highlighted the achievements and contributions of women who have excelled in diverse fields and continue to inspire others through their service and dedication.

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St. Joseph’s University Hosts ‘Ubuntu’ Children’s Fest for 130 Underprivileged Kids in Bengaluru

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Bengaluru, March 7: St. Joseph’s University, Bengaluru, through its School of Social Work, organised a children’s fest titled “UBUNTU – I Am Because We Are” through the Social Work Students’ Association (SWSA) in collaboration with the Christian Students’ Association (CSA) on Saturday at the All Saints Church campus.

The event, held at All Saints Church, brought together nearly 130 children from underprivileged communities, offering them a day filled with learning, fun and meaningful engagement. The programme was coordinated by Faculty Coordinators Dr. Mary Princess Lavanya (SWSA) and Ms. Viola Maria Noronha (CSA), along with Student Coordinators Mr. P. Jackim (SWSA) and Sailaja (CSA).

The programme began at 9.30 am with an inaugural session and invocation seeking God’s blessings. Fr Don Prem Lobo SJ, the chief guest, addressed the children and highlighted the importance of education, encouraging them to strive for a better future through learning and determination. Rev Solomon, the guest of honour, reminded the children that good food, quality education and a dignified life are their fundamental rights, prompting the children to enthusiastically repeat these affirmations together.
The fest provided a platform for the children to showcase their talents through cultural performances and participate in ice-breaking games, creating an energetic and inclusive atmosphere.

One of the key highlights of the event was an interactive life-skills session conducted by Fr Simon. During the session, the children were divided into groups and encouraged to elect group leaders, promoting teamwork and leadership skills. Using images of everyday objects and situations – including food, gold, spectacles, a rose, a hammer and a person with disability – the children were asked to select pictures and explain their choices.

Through this engaging activity, the children expressed their thoughts, dreams and perspectives. The discussion encouraged them to reflect on values such as empathy, responsibility, perseverance and vision for the future. The session, which concluded around 12.30 pm, saw enthusiastic participation and helped boost the children’s confidence, communication skills and critical thinking.

Following the session, the children enjoyed a community lunch and spent time playing and interacting with one another on the church campus. The programme concluded with a puppet show carrying important social messages, including awareness about safe and unsafe touch, personal hygiene, discipline, respect for parents and the risks of human trafficking.

The event wrapped up around 2 pm, leaving the children with both joyful memories and meaningful lessons. Organisers said the initiative aimed to create a positive and enriching experience while building confidence, creativity, teamwork and awareness among the participants — reflecting the true spirit of Ubuntu, the philosophy that reminds us: “I am because We are.”

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