Rotarian Narasinha Joshi Honoured Globally for End Polio Efforts; Dr. Balaveera Reddy Calls for AI-Driven Engineering Reforms

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Bengaluru : Rotary International has honoured Rtn. Narasinha Joshi of the Rotary E-Club of Belgaum, District 3170, with a prestigious global recognition for his exceptional contribution to polio awareness and fundraising initiatives.

Each year, Rotary International selects only ten members worldwide for their outstanding service towards the End Polio Now campaign. For the Rotary year 2025-26, Narasinha Joshi was among the ten awardees and the only Indian Rotarian to receive this distinction.

The award was presented during the Rotary International Convention held in Taipei, Taiwan, on June 15, 2026. The recognition highlights his unwavering commitment to Rotary’s global mission of eradicating polio.
Meanwhile, noted academician and education administrator Dr. K. Balaveera Reddy has urged the Karnataka Government to adopt a forward-looking approach while finalising the Engineering Seat Matrix for the academic year 2026-27.

Dr. Reddy, former Chairman of the Board of Governors of NITK Surathkal, former Vice-Chancellor of Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU), and former Director of Technical Education, Karnataka, has submitted a representation to the State Government regarding the draft seat matrix notified on May 30, 2026.

While appreciating the government’s efforts to maintain quality and balanced growth in technical education, Dr. Reddy cautioned against any blanket reduction in intake for Computer Science and allied engineering programmes. He noted that Karnataka, particularly Bengaluru, has earned global recognition as India’s IT, startup and innovation capital, attracting multinational corporations, Global Capability Centres (GCCs), startups and technology-driven enterprises.

According to Dr. Reddy, the state’s technological leadership has been built on the availability of highly skilled engineering talent. Any significant reduction in seats for Computer Science and emerging technology disciplines could affect Karnataka’s competitiveness and potentially divert future investments to other states.

At the same time, he stressed the need to strengthen traditional engineering branches such as Civil, Mechanical, Electrical and Electronics Engineering by integrating emerging technologies into their curriculum. He advocated the inclusion of Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Robotics, Data Analytics, Smart Manufacturing, Electric Vehicles, Smart Infrastructure and Industry 4.0 concepts to enhance employability and industry relevance.

Dr. Reddy observed that the demand for engineering talent is evolving rather than declining and called for curriculum modernisation and interdisciplinary learning instead of restricting admissions.
Referring to  Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar’s “Yuva Yuga” vision, which focuses on employment generation, skill development, entrepreneurship and industry-linked opportunities, Dr. Reddy said strengthening technical education is essential for achieving the state’s long-term development goals.

He concluded by stating that Karnataka’s status as India’s leading technology and knowledge hub has been built through visionary investments in education and innovation. To sustain this leadership, the state must continue expanding educational opportunities while simultaneously enhancing quality, skills and employability standards.

Dr. Reddy has urged the Government of Karnataka to consider these recommendations while finalising the Engineering Seat Matrix for 2026-27.

GS Gopal Raaj, Editor of City Today News, has extended his heartfelt congratulations to Rtn. Narasinha Joshi on this remarkable international achievement. He described the honour as a proud moment for Karnataka and India, applauding Joshi’s unwavering commitment to Rotary International’s End Polio Now mission and his dedicated humanitarian service.

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ಸತತ ಮೂರು ಗರ್ಭಪಾತಗಳ ಬಳಿಕ 600 ಗ್ರಾಂ ತೂಕದ ಶಿಶುವಿನ ಯಶಸ್ವಿ ಬದುಕುಳಿವು

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ಬೆಂಗಳೂರು: ಸತತ ಮೂರು ಬಾರಿ ಗರ್ಭಪಾತ ಅನುಭವಿಸಿ, ಅಪರೂಪದ ರೋಗಗಳಿಂದ ತಾಯಿಯಾಗುವ ಕನಸನ್ನೇ ಕಳೆದುಕೊಂಡಿದ್ದ ಹಾಸನ ಮೂಲದ ಮಹಿಳೆಗೆ ಸ್ಪರ್ಶ್ ಆಸ್ಪತ್ರೆ ಯಶವಂತಪುರದ ವೈದ್ಯರು ಯಶಸ್ವಿ ಹೆರಿಗೆ ಮಾಡಿಸಿ ಹೊಸ ಭರವಸೆ ಮೂಡಿಸಿದ್ದಾರೆ. ಜನನದ ವೇಳೆ ಕೇವಲ 600 ಗ್ರಾಂ ತೂಕವಿದ್ದ ಶಿಶು, ವೈದ್ಯರ ವಿಶೇಷ ಆರೈಕೆಯಿಂದ ಇದೀಗ 1.6 ಕೆಜಿ ತೂಕಕ್ಕೆ ಬೆಳೆಯಿದ್ದು, ತಾಯಿ ಮತ್ತು ಮಗು ಇಬ್ಬರೂ ಆರೋಗ್ಯವಾಗಿದ್ದಾರೆ.

ನಾಲ್ಕು ತಿಂಗಳ ಗರ್ಭಿಣಿಯಾಗಿದ್ದ ವೇಳೆ ಮಹಿಳೆ ಸ್ಪರ್ಶ್ ಆಸ್ಪತ್ರೆಗೆ ದಾಖಲಾಗಿದ್ದರು. ಪರೀಕ್ಷೆಗಳ ವೇಳೆ ಅವರು ಸಿಸ್ಟಮಿಕ್ ಲೂಪಸ್ ಎರಿಥೆಮಾಟೋಸಸ್ (SLE) ಹಾಗೂ ಇಮ್ಯೂನ್ ಥ್ರೋಂಬೋಸೈಟೋಪೆನಿಕ್ ಪರ್ಪುರಾ (ITP) ಎಂಬ ಸ್ವಯಂಪ್ರತಿರೋಧಕ ಕಾಯಿಲೆಗಳಿಂದ ಬಳಲುತ್ತಿರುವುದು ಪತ್ತೆಯಾಯಿತು. ಈ ಕಾಯಿಲೆಗಳ ಪರಿಣಾಮವಾಗಿ ಅವರ ರಕ್ತದಲ್ಲಿನ ಪ್ಲೇಟ್‌ಲೆಟ್‌ಗಳ ಪ್ರಮಾಣ ತೀವ್ರವಾಗಿ ಕುಸಿದಿದ್ದರಿಂದ ಗರ್ಭಧಾರಣೆ ತಾಯಿ ಹಾಗೂ ಭ್ರೂಣ ಇಬ್ಬರಿಗೂ ಜೀವಾಪಾಯಕಾರಿಯಾಗಿತ್ತು.

ಈ ಸವಾಲಿನ ಪ್ರಕರಣವನ್ನು ಪ್ರಸೂತಿ ತಜ್ಞೆ ಡಾ. ಪದ್ಮಲತಾ, ಕೀಲುರೋಗ ತಜ್ಞೆ ಡಾ. ವಿನಯಾ, ರಕ್ತತಜ್ಞ ಡಾ. ಮಹೇಶ್ ಹಾಗೂ ಭ್ರೂಣ ವೈದ್ಯಕೀಯ ತಜ್ಞೆ ಡಾ. ಲತಾ ಅವರನ್ನೊಳಗೊಂಡ ಬಹುವಿಭಾಗೀಯ ವೈದ್ಯರ ತಂಡ ಸಮಗ್ರವಾಗಿ ನಿರ್ವಹಿಸಿತು. ಗರ್ಭಧಾರಣೆಯ 17ನೇ ವಾರದಲ್ಲಿ ನಡೆಸಿದ ಆಮ್ನಿಯೋಸೆಂಟೆಸಿಸ್ ಪರೀಕ್ಷೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ಭ್ರೂಣದ ವರ್ಣತಂತುಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ಯಾವುದೇ ಅಸಾಮಾನ್ಯತೆ ಇಲ್ಲ ಎಂಬುದು ದೃಢಪಟ್ಟಿತು.

ಆದರೆ 25ನೇ ವಾರದ ಸ್ಕ್ಯಾನ್‌ನಲ್ಲಿ ಭ್ರೂಣದಲ್ಲಿ ತೀವ್ರ ರಕ್ತಹೀನತೆ ಮತ್ತು ಹೃದಯ ವೈಫಲ್ಯದ ಲಕ್ಷಣಗಳು ಕಂಡುಬಂದವು. ಇದನ್ನು ಗಮನಿಸಿದ ವೈದ್ಯರು ಗರ್ಭದಲ್ಲೇ ಮಗುವಿಗೆ ಇಂಟ್ರಾ ಯುಟರೈನ್ ಬ್ಲಡ್ ಟ್ರಾನ್ಸ್‌ಫ್ಯೂಷನ್ ಮೂಲಕ ರಕ್ತ ವರ್ಗಾವಣೆ ನಡೆಸಿದರು. ನಂತರ ತಾಯಿಯ ಪ್ಲೇಟ್‌ಲೆಟ್ ಪ್ರಮಾಣವನ್ನು ಸ್ಥಿರವಾಗಿಡಲು ಐವಿಐಜಿ (IVIG) ಚಿಕಿತ್ಸೆ ನೀಡಲಾಯಿತು. ಏಳನೇ ತಿಂಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ಮತ್ತೊಮ್ಮೆ ಭ್ರೂಣಕ್ಕೆ ರಕ್ತ ವರ್ಗಾವಣೆ ಮಾಡಲಾಯಿತು.
“ಇದು ಅತ್ಯಂತ ಸಂಕೀರ್ಣ ಮತ್ತು ಅಪಾಯಕಾರಿಯಾದ ಪ್ರಕರಣವಾಗಿತ್ತು. ಸತತ ಗರ್ಭಪಾತಗಳಿಂದ ಮಾನಸಿಕವಾಗಿ ಕುಗ್ಗಿದ್ದ ತಾಯಿಗೆ ಆತ್ಮವಿಶ್ವಾಸ ತುಂಬುವುದು ಕೂಡ ಚಿಕಿತ್ಸೆಯಷ್ಟೇ ಮುಖ್ಯವಾಗಿತ್ತು. ವಿವಿಧ ತಜ್ಞರ ಸಮನ್ವಯದ ಆರೈಕೆಯಿಂದ 34 ವಾರಗಳ ಗರ್ಭಾವಧಿಯವರೆಗೆ ಸುರಕ್ಷಿತವಾಗಿ ಗರ್ಭಧಾರಣೆಯನ್ನು ಮುಂದುವರಿಸಲು ಸಾಧ್ಯವಾಯಿತು,” ಎಂದು ಡಾ. ಪದ್ಮಲತಾ ತಿಳಿಸಿದರು.

ಹೆರಿಗೆಯ ಬಳಿಕ ನವಜಾತ ಶಿಶು ತಜ್ಞ ಡಾ. ಅರುಣ್ ಅವರ ನೇತೃತ್ವದಲ್ಲಿ ಶಿಶುವಿಗೆ ಎನ್‌ಐಸಿಯುವಿನಲ್ಲಿ ವಿಶೇಷ ಆರೈಕೆ ನೀಡಲಾಯಿತು. ನಿರಂತರ ಚಿಕಿತ್ಸೆಯ ಫಲವಾಗಿ ಶಿಶು ಆರೋಗ್ಯಕರ ಬೆಳವಣಿಗೆ ಸಾಧಿಸಿದ್ದು, ತಾಯಿ ಮತ್ತು ಮಗು ಇಬ್ಬರೂ ಸುಸ್ಥಿತಿಯಲ್ಲಿದ್ದಾರೆ ಎಂದು ಆಸ್ಪತ್ರೆ ತಿಳಿಸಿದೆ.

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United Mission PU & Degree College Joins Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan

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As part of the nationwide Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan, the NSS Unit of United Mission PU & Degree College will observe the International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking from June 18 to June 26, 2026.

The awareness initiative aims to educate students and the public about the harmful effects of substance abuse and promote a drug-free lifestyle under the theme “Say No to Drugs.”

Individuals seeking support for drug de-addiction can contact the National De-Addiction Helpline at 14446 for guidance and assistance.

A drug-free India begins with awareness, responsibility and collective action.

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One in Three Indians May Be Affected by Allergic Rhinitis as Allergy and Gut Health Disorders Rise in Bengaluru: Dr. Kushal Banerjee

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Bengaluru, June 17: Allergies and gut health disorders are emerging as major public health concerns in Bengaluru, driven by rapid urbanisation, environmental pollution and changing lifestyles, according to leading homeopathic physician and researcher Dr. Kushal Banerjee.

Highlighting the growing health burden ahead of World Allergy Week, Dr. Banerjee noted that allergic rhinitis now affects nearly 20–30 per cent of Indians, with residents of metropolitan cities such as Bengaluru particularly vulnerable due to prolonged exposure to air pollution, pollen, dust and other environmental allergens.

Bengaluru’s rapid urban expansion, increasing vehicular emissions, year-round pollen exposure and ongoing construction activities have created conditions that can aggravate allergic and respiratory illnesses. Healthcare experts believe that climate change, deteriorating air quality and evolving lifestyle patterns are contributing to a steady rise in chronic allergies and gastrointestinal disorders among urban populations.

Studies indicate that nearly 55 per cent of employees experience symptoms of allergic rhinitis and spend an average of 52.5 days annually dealing with the condition. Beyond sneezing, nasal congestion and itchy eyes, persistent allergies can lead to fatigue, sleep disturbances, poor concentration and reduced workplace productivity. In a city known for its large professional workforce, such health issues can have a significant impact on daily life and work performance.

Respiratory illnesses also continue to pose a major challenge. India is estimated to have over 34 million asthma patients, making it one of the countries with the highest asthma burden globally. Experts estimate that asthma results in an annual economic burden of nearly ₹71 billion through healthcare costs and productivity losses.

Research further suggests that allergy-related presenteeism can reduce workplace productivity by an average of 2.3 hours per day.
At the same time, gut health disorders are becoming increasingly common among urban residents. Conditions such as Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD), Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO), lactose intolerance, chronic constipation and functional diarrhoea are affecting quality of life and overall well-being.

Specialists attribute the trend to factors such as stress, dietary changes, sedentary lifestyles and disrupted daily routines.
“Environmental allergies and gut health disorders are no longer isolated health concerns. They affect productivity, mental well-being, sleep quality and overall quality of life,” said Dr. Kushal Banerjee. “In fast-growing urban centres like Bengaluru, environmental and lifestyle factors are contributing to a rising disease burden. Greater awareness, early intervention and patient-centric healthcare approaches are essential.”

Emphasising the importance of informed healthcare choices, Dr. Banerjee said patients today are increasingly seeking treatment options that align with their long-term health goals and personal preferences.
“As healthcare providers, we must encourage informed decision-making, respect patient autonomy and continue supporting scientific inquiry across different therapeutic disciplines to improve patient outcomes,” he added.

Experts believe that greater public awareness about environmental triggers, preventive measures, healthy lifestyle practices and timely medical intervention can play a crucial role in reducing the growing burden of allergy and digestive disorders in Bengaluru and other urban centres across the country.

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“Hollywood Comes to Mumbai” Christopher Nolan to Attend First-Ever India Film Premiere

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Christopher Nolan to Attend First-Ever India Premiere of The Odyssey in Mumbai

Mumbai: Acclaimed filmmaker and Academy Award-winning director Christopher Nolan will visit India this July for the first-ever Indian premiere of one of his films, as part of the global launch tour for his much-anticipated mythological action epic, The Odyssey.

The Mumbai premiere has been officially included in the film’s international promotional tour, placing the city alongside major global destinations such as London, Paris and New York City. The event will be held at the iconic PVR ICON IMAX Phoenix Palladium.

Nolan, known for blockbuster and critically acclaimed films such as Oppenheimer, Interstellar, Inception, Dunkirk and Tenet, will be accompanied by lead actors Matt Damon and Tom Holland, along with Academy Award-winning producer Emma Thomas.

Written and directed by Nolan, The Odyssey is an adaptation of Homer’s legendary tale chronicling Odysseus’ decade-long journey home following the fall of Troy. The film is being described as a large-scale cinematic spectacle and is the first feature film to be shot entirely using IMAX cameras, employing newly developed IMAX technology.

The ensemble cast includes Anne Hathaway, Robert Pattinson, Lupita Nyong’o, Zendaya, Charlize Theron and Samantha Morton.
Set for a worldwide theatrical release on July 17, The Odyssey is expected to be one of the biggest cinematic events of the year.

Advance bookings for IMAX screenings have already commenced across India, while the Mumbai premiere is being hailed as one of the most significant Hollywood film events ever hosted in the country.

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