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United Mission College Launches Centres for Gandhian, Ambedkar Studies and Global Engagement

Posted on July 3, 2026 by City Today News (City today.media)

Bengaluru, July 3: United Mission PU & Degree College inaugurated two new academic centres—the Centre for Gandhian and Ambedkar Studies and the Centre for Global Engagement-in a move aimed at strengthening value-based education, social responsibility and global learning.
The centres were inaugurated by , Regional Director of Tiffany & Co. and the fifth-generation great-granddaughter of Rev. Benjamin Holt Rice, the missionary, educationist and founder of the United Mission. Her presence underscored the institution’s historic roots and its continuing commitment to education and public service.

Speaking on the occasion, Rolton emphasised the need to uphold the values of justice, equality, compassion and service while equipping young people to thrive in an increasingly interconnected world. She lauded the College for establishing two centres that honour its legacy while preparing students for future global challenges.

The Centre for Gandhian and Ambedkar Studies has been set up to encourage research, dialogue, leadership development and community outreach based on the ideals of and . Its activities will focus on constitutional values, social justice, equality, human dignity, peace and inclusive development through academic programmes and public engagement.

The Centre for Global Engagement will promote international collaborations, student and faculty exchange programmes, intercultural learning, research partnerships and leadership initiatives. It aims to prepare students to become globally aware, socially responsible citizens capable of making meaningful contributions to society.

Addressing the gathering, College Principal Dr. Dhivya Kiran Jeevan, said the two centres represent an important step towards achieving the institution’s vision of holistic education that integrates academic excellence with ethical leadership, social commitment and a global outlook. He expressed confidence that the centres would emerge as dynamic platforms for research, innovation, intellectual exchange and community impact.

The inauguration ceremony was attended by members of the management, faculty, students, alumni, staff and invited guests, marking another milestone in the institution’s continuing efforts to promote transformative education grounded in values and global engagement.

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Nambiar Builders to Invest ₹1,900 Crore in District 25 Phase III on Sarjapur Road

Posted on July 3, 2026 by City Today News (City today.media)

Bengaluru, July 3: Nambiar Builders has announced an investment of ₹1,900 crore for the third phase of its integrated luxury township, District 25, located on the Chandapura–Dommasandra Road off Sarjapur Road in Bengaluru. The company said the latest phase follows strong demand for the first two phases, where more than 1,600 homes have already been sold, generating an estimated sales value of ₹3,200 crore.

Spread across 11 acres within the approved 63-acre township, District 25 Phase III will feature 1,202 premium apartments across eight residential towers. The project offers 2, 3, 4 and 4.5 BHK homes ranging from 1,250 sq. ft. to 2,980 sq. ft., with prices starting at ₹1.62 crore. Around 85% of the project area has been earmarked as open space, while the towers are designed with generous spacing to enhance privacy, natural light and ventilation.

According to the developer, nearly 90% of buyers in the first two phases purchased homes for self-occupation, reflecting strong end-user demand. Every apartment in the new phase has been planned as a corner unit without common walls, with only four residences on each floor. The homes also incorporate design refinements based on customer feedback, including larger rooms, wider balconies, improved kitchen layouts, walk-in wardrobes in larger configurations and dedicated study spaces in select units.

A major highlight of Phase III is the introduction of a 20-acre-plus Sports District alongside the 2.5 lakh sq. ft. Club SOHO. The township will include a FIFA-size football ground, athletics track, tennis, badminton, basketball, squash and pickleball courts, beach volleyball, cricket facilities, swimming pools, landscaped celebration spaces, children’s play areas and dedicated zones for senior citizens and pets.

The project enjoys connectivity to Bengaluru’s major IT hubs and is expected to benefit further from the proposed Sarjapur–Hebbal Metro corridor. The surrounding region is also supported by schools, hospitals, retail centres and other essential civic infrastructure.

Speaking on the launch, Mr. Sanjith Nambiar, Chief Sales and Marketing Officer, Nambiar Builders, said the company has designed District 25 as a township that evolves around the changing needs of modern families. He noted that Phase III places greater emphasis on active living, open spaces and community interaction, making sports, recreation and wellness an integral part of everyday life.

Mr. Arun, Design Head at Nambiar Builders, said today’s homebuyers seek more than quality residences, looking instead for vibrant communities where families can live, socialise and stay active in a secure environment. He added that District 25 Phase III has been planned to deliver a balanced lifestyle through thoughtfully designed homes and community-focused amenities.

Established 17 years ago, Nambiar Builders has developed premium residential projects such as Nambiar Bellezea, Nambiar Ellegenza and Nambiar Millenia. District 25 marks the company’s first integrated township project and forms a key part of its expansion in Bengaluru’s fast-growing south-east corridor.

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Statewide Education Awareness Campaign on Digital Reforms Launched in Bengaluru

Posted on July 3, 2026 by City Today News (City today.media)

Bengaluru, July 3: Easy Access Services, in association with the e-Governance Federation of India, formally launched its Karnataka-wide Education Awareness Campaign with a state-level press conference at the Bangalore Press Club on Friday.

The initiative aims to create greater public awareness about key education reforms and digital initiatives of the Government of India, ensuring that students, parents, teachers and educational institutions are well-informed about the opportunities available under the evolving education ecosystem.

During the programme, speakers highlighted the significance of the Automated Permanent Academic Account Registry (APAAR), Academic Bank of Credits (ABC), One Nation One Student ID, the National Education Policy (NEP), digital academic records, student credit transfer, academic mobility and technology-enabled educational governance. They stressed that wider awareness of these initiatives would help improve access to quality education, particularly in rural and underserved areas.

Authorised spokespersons Raju R, Pothirajan Ramaiah, Arunai Jeevanandan and Somen Das addressed the gathering, explaining the objectives and practical benefits of the reforms. They emphasised the need for coordinated efforts by educational institutions, government agencies, civil society organisations and the media to ensure that accurate information reaches every district of Karnataka.

The organisers announced that the awareness campaign will now be taken across the state through educational seminars, institutional outreach programmes, stakeholder interactions and community awareness initiatives.

Speaking on the occasion, Sandip Paul and Somen Das said education awareness is crucial for building an inclusive and future-ready society. They thanked the media fraternity for its participation and appealed for continued support in spreading awareness about national educational reforms among students and the wider public.

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Indian Golfers with Disabilities Secure Two Podium Finishes in Czech Masters

Posted on July 3, 2026 by City Today News (City today.media)

Bengaluru, July 2: Indian golfers Vishnu Vardhan Bhati and Ankush Saha produced commendable performances at the Czech Disabled Golf Masters 2026, clinching second and third places respectively in the Nett Stroke Play category at Golf Resort Black Bridge in Prague.

Bhati, from Noida, finished with an overall score of two-under par. He topped the leaderboard after the opening round with an impressive six-under card but had to settle for second after a challenging final round played in intense heat. Czech golfer Teresa Srsnova claimed the title with the same aggregate score, prevailing on the basis of a superior second-round performance.

Bengaluru’s Ankush Saha impressed in his debut EDGA calendar event. After opening with a three-over 75 to lie 10th, he bounced back with a superb three-under round on the final day to finish level par overall. His stronger second-round score earned him third place.

The twin podium finishes mark another milestone for adaptive golf in India, where the Adaptive Golf Alliance Foundation (AGAF) has been actively promoting the sport. Since its inception six months ago, the foundation has expanded the number of Indian EDGA player pass holders from four to 28 and successfully hosted the inaugural India Adaptive Golf Open in Bengaluru earlier this year.

Bhati and Saha are the first Indian golfers to receive AGAF’s support for an international tournament, with their campaign sponsored by Genesis IT Innovations. AGAF believes the encouraging results underline India’s growing potential in adaptive golf and strengthen hopes of future success should the sport be included in the Paralympic Games.

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ToneTag launches eKosha to bring voice-powered banking services to MSMEs

Posted on July 2, 2026 by City Today News (City today.media)

Bengaluru, July 2: ToneTag has introduced eKosha, a voice-first business assistant designed to help banks deliver banking services directly to merchants through a single payment device, eliminating the need for additional infrastructure. The platform is aimed at India’s 80 million-plus micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs), enabling banks to strengthen merchant engagement while expanding access to financial services.

The device combines payment acceptance, banking services and artificial intelligence into one platform. Supporting UPI, UPI 123Pay and CBDC transactions, eKosha also enables merchants to access banking assistance, loan offers, government schemes, business insights and customer support through simple voice interactions in their preferred language, without requiring a smartphone app or digital literacy.
Powered by ToneTag’s proprietary analog Edge AI and Small Action Language Model (SALM), the system processes many requests directly on the device instead of relying on cloud connectivity. This allows faster responses, lower energy consumption and reliable performance even in areas with poor internet access.

According to the company, eKosha transforms every merchant counter into an always-available banking touchpoint, allowing banks to interact with merchants daily, improve customer relationships and make informed lending decisions based on continuous engagement.

Speaking at the launch, ToneTag Founder and CEO Kumar Abhishek said the platform redefines the merchant counter as the centre of merchant banking by enabling natural, voice-based access to financial services in regional languages.

The company claims banks using eKosha can reduce merchant servicing costs by up to 60 per cent, double cross-selling opportunities, accelerate loan origination and lower merchant churn from 15-20 per cent to 6-9 per cent, helping improve long-term customer retention and reduce acquisition costs.

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