CPRI Salutes Dr B.R. Ambedkar with Grand Celebration and Student Honours

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CPRI Bengaluru marks Ambedkar’s 135th birth anniversary with tributes, awards and cultural events

Bengaluru, April 29, 2026: The Central Power Research Institute (CPRI) commemorated the 135th birth anniversary of B. R. Ambedkar with a solemn and well-attended programme at its Bengaluru campus on Tuesday.

The event began with a welcome address by Dr T. Mallikarjuna Rao, Director, CPRI, who underlined the continued relevance of Ambedkar’s vision in shaping an inclusive and equitable society. This was followed by the ceremonial lighting of the lamp and a floral tribute to the architect of the Indian Constitution, setting the tone for the occasion.

Delivering the keynote address, chief guest Dr G. B. Harisha-professor, philosopher and writer-spoke at length on Ambedkar’s ideals, his philosophical depth and his enduring constitutional vision. He emphasised the importance of upholding democratic values and social justice in contemporary times.

In her presidential address, Dr J. Sreedevi, Director General, CPRI, highlighted Ambedkar’s pivotal contributions to nation-building, particularly his relentless efforts towards social equality and empowerment of marginalised communities. She noted that his ideas continue to guide institutions in fostering fairness and inclusivity.

A key highlight of the programme was the presentation of Dr B. R. Ambedkar Merit Awards to outstanding students, recognising academic excellence and encouraging young achievers. The award ceremony was coordinated by Dr Kaliappan P, Additional Director, CPRI.

Shri Prabhakar C, Joint Director and liaison officer for SC/ST and persons with disabilities, delivered the vote of thanks, acknowledging the efforts of organisers and participants.

The celebration concluded on a vibrant note with a cultural performance by Dattashri Samskruthika Vedike, adding a festive touch to the proceedings.
The programme saw enthusiastic participation from staff and invitees, serving as a fitting tribute to the enduring legacy and ideals of Dr B. R. Ambedkar.

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Apollo Hospitals expands ‘Seniors First’ geriatric care programme across Bengaluru

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Bengaluru, April 29, 2026: Apollo Hospitals has expanded its dedicated geriatric care initiative, Seniors First, across multiple centres in the city, signalling a more structured push toward integrated elder care. After its initial launch at the Bannerghatta Road facility, the programme will now be available at units in Jayanagar, Sheshadripuram and Sarjapur, widening access for senior citizens.
The expansion coincides with the completion of one year of the programme at Bannerghatta Road, where it has helped shift the focus from episodic treatment to continuous, patient-centric care for the elderly.

With India’s ageing population rising steadily, healthcare providers are increasingly grappling with the complex needs of seniors, many of whom live with multiple chronic conditions and require ongoing medical attention. Fragmented care systems—often lacking coordination between hospital treatment, home care and follow-up—continue to impact outcomes and place added pressure on families and caregivers.

Against this backdrop, Seniors First has been positioned as a multidisciplinary model that integrates preventive care, wellness monitoring and post-treatment recovery into a single framework. Drawing on Apollo’s clinical experience, the programme combines personalised care plans, continuous monitoring and smoother transitions from hospital to home.

Dr Steve Paul, a geriatric specialist, said the approach aims to move beyond reactive treatment. “The focus is on anticipating risks, minimising complications and enabling structured recovery, so that seniors can maintain independence and quality of life for longer,” he said.

Akshay Oleti, regional CEO for Karnataka at Apollo Hospitals, said the initiative is designed to ensure continuity of care beyond hospital discharge. “Care does not stop at treatment. It extends into recovery and long-term wellness, which ultimately leads to better outcomes and reduces the burden on families,” he said.

The programme covers a broad spectrum of services, including preventive health assessments, chronic disease management and rehabilitation support. It caters to seniors recovering from orthopaedic procedures such as knee and hip replacements, cardiac interventions like bypass surgery and angioplasty, as well as neurological and oncology treatments.

A key aspect of the initiative is its emphasis on coordinated care outside hospital settings. By leveraging Apollo’s wider ecosystem—spanning home healthcare, diagnostics, pharmacy and digital platforms—the programme ensures continuity at every stage. Additional support includes dedicated helplines, priority consultations, concierge services and emergency coordination.

By addressing gaps such as limited home-based support and the absence of structured recovery pathways, Apollo Hospitals aims to set a new benchmark in geriatric care delivery. The expanded rollout, the hospital group said, is part of its broader effort to help senior citizens lead healthier, more independent lives.

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ಡಿಜಿಟಲ್ ತಂತ್ರಜ್ಞಾನದೊಂದಿಗೆ ಮಿಷನ್ ರೋಡ್‌ನಲ್ಲಿ ಎನ್‌ ಯು ಆಸ್ಪತ್ರೆ ಹೊಸ ಅಧ್ಯಾಯ

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ಡಿಜಿಟಲ್ ಸೌಲಭ್ಯಗಳೊಂದಿಗೆ ಮಿಷನ್ ರೋಡ್‌ನಲ್ಲಿ ಎನ್‌ಯು ಆಸ್ಪತ್ರೆಯ ನೂತನ ಸೂಪರ್-ಸ್ಪೆಷಾಲಿಟಿ ಕೇಂದ್ರ ಆರಂಭ

ಬೆಂಗಳೂರು, ಏಪ್ರಿಲ್ 29: ಯೂರಾಲಜಿ, ನೆಫ್ರಾಲಜಿ, ಫರ್ಟಿಲಿಟಿ ಹಾಗೂ ಟ್ರಾನ್ಸ್‌ಪ್ಲಾಂಟ್ ಚಿಕಿತ್ಸೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ಮುಂಚೂಣಿಯಲ್ಲಿರುವ ಎನ್‌ಯು ಆಸ್ಪತ್ರೆಗಳು (NU Hospitals) ಮಿಷನ್ ರೋಡ್‌ನಲ್ಲಿ ಅತ್ಯಾಧುನಿಕ ಡಿಜಿಟಲ್ ಸೌಲಭ್ಯಗಳೊಂದಿಗೆ ಹೊಸ ಸೂಪರ್-ಸ್ಪೆಷಾಲಿಟಿ ಕೇಂದ್ರವನ್ನು ಉದ್ಘಾಟಿಸಿವೆ.

ರಾಜ್ಯದ ಆರೋಗ್ಯ ಮತ್ತು ಕುಟುಂಬ ಕಲ್ಯಾಣ ಸಚಿವರಾದ ದಿನೇಶ್ ಗುಂಡೂರಾವ್ ಅವರು ಈ ಕೇಂದ್ರವನ್ನು ಉದ್ಘಾಟಿಸಿದರು. ಕಾರ್ಯಕ್ರಮದಲ್ಲಿ ಸಂಸದರು ಹಾಗೂ ಜಯದೇವ ಹೃದಯ ವಿಜ್ಞಾನ ಸಂಸ್ಥೆಯ ಮಾಜಿ ನಿರ್ದೇಶಕರಾದ ಡಾ. ಸಿ. ಎನ್. ಮಂಜುನಾಥ್, ನಟ-ನಿರ್ದೇಶಕರಾದ ರಮೇಶ್ ಅರವಿಂದ್ ಸೇರಿದಂತೆ ಹಲವರು ಉಪಸ್ಥಿತರಿದ್ದರು.
ಹೊಸ ಕೇಂದ್ರವನ್ನು ಮುಂದಿನ ತಲೆಮಾರಿನ ಆರೋಗ್ಯ ಸೇವಾ ಕೇಂದ್ರವಾಗಿ ರೂಪಿಸಲಾಗಿದ್ದು, ಅತ್ಯಾಧುನಿಕ ಡಿಜಿಟಲ್ ಮೂಲಸೌಕರ್ಯ ಮತ್ತು ರೋಗಿ-ಕೇಂದ್ರಿತ ವಿನ್ಯಾಸದ ಸಂಯೋಜನೆ ಹೊಂದಿದೆ. ಇದರಿಂದ ಸೇವಾ ದಕ್ಷತೆ ಹೆಚ್ಚುವುದರ ಜೊತೆಗೆ ರೋಗಿಗಳಿಗೆ ಸುಲಭ ಮತ್ತು ಸಮಗ್ರ ಆರೈಕೆ ಲಭ್ಯವಾಗಲಿದೆ.

“ನೈತಿಕತೆ, ಉನ್ನತ ಗುಣಮಟ್ಟ ಮತ್ತು ಎಲ್ಲರಿಗೂ ಲಭ್ಯವಾಗುವ ಚಿಕಿತ್ಸೆಯನ್ನು ಒದಗಿಸುವ ನಮ್ಮ ಬದ್ಧತೆಯ ಪ್ರತೀಕವೇ ಈ ಆಸ್ಪತ್ರೆ,” ಎಂದು ಎನ್‌ ಯು ಆಸ್ಪತ್ರೆಗಳ ಅಧ್ಯಕ್ಷ ಡಾ. ವೆಂಕಟೇಶ್ ಕೃಷ್ಣಮೂರ್ತಿ ಹೇಳಿದರು.

ವ್ಯವಸ್ಥಾಪಕ ನಿರ್ದೇಶಕರಾದ ಡಾ. ಪ್ರಸನ್ನ ವೆಂಕಟೇಶ್ ಎಂ.ಕೆ. ಮಾತನಾಡಿ, “ಕ್ಲಿನಿಕಲ್ ಪರಿಣತಿ ಮತ್ತು ಡಿಜಿಟಲ್ ನವೀನತೆಯ ಸಮನ್ವಯದ ಮೂಲಕ ಉತ್ತಮ ಚಿಕಿತ್ಸಾ ಫಲಿತಾಂಶಗಳ ಜೊತೆಗೆ ಉತ್ತಮ ರೋಗಿ ಅನುಭವ ನೀಡುವ ಉದ್ದೇಶದಿಂದ ಈ ಕೇಂದ್ರವನ್ನು ರೂಪಿಸಲಾಗಿದೆ,” ಎಂದರು.

“ತ್ರಿತೀಯ ಮಟ್ಟದ ಆರೋಗ್ಯ ಮೂಲಸೌಕರ್ಯವನ್ನು ಬಲಪಡಿಸುವುದು ಅಗತ್ಯ. ಇಂತಹ ಸಂಸ್ಥೆಗಳು ನಾಗರಿಕರಿಗೆ ಗುಣಮಟ್ಟದ ಚಿಕಿತ್ಸೆಗೆ ಸುಲಭ ಪ್ರವೇಶ ಕಲ್ಪಿಸುತ್ತವೆ,” ಎಂದು ಸಚಿವ ದಿನೇಶ್ ಗುಂಡೂರಾವ್ ಅಭಿಪ್ರಾಯಪಟ್ಟರು.

ಡಾ. ಸಿ. ಎನ್. ಮಂಜುನಾಥ್ ಅವರು, “ನೈತಿಕ ಮೌಲ್ಯಗಳು ಮತ್ತು ಕ್ಲಿನಿಕಲ್ ಪರಿಣತಿ ಆಧಾರಿತ ಆರೋಗ್ಯ ಸೇವೆಗಳು ಸಮಾಜಕ್ಕೆ ಅವಶ್ಯಕ,” ಎಂದರು.

ನಟ ರಮೇಶ್ ಅರವಿಂದ್, “ಉನ್ನತ ಮಟ್ಟದ ಚಿಕಿತ್ಸಾ ಮಾನದಂಡಗಳನ್ನು ಕಾಪಾಡುತ್ತಿರುವುದು ಸಂತಸದ ಸಂಗತಿ,” ಎಂದು ಹೇಳಿದರು.

ಸೋಮರ್ಸೆಟ್ ಇಂಡಸ್ ಹೆಲ್ತ್ ಕೇರ್ ಫಂಡ್‌ನ ಹಿರಿಯ ಪಾಲುದಾರ ರಮೇಶ್ ಕಣ್ಮನ್, “ಎನ್‌ ಯು ಆಸ್ಪತ್ರೆಗಳು ಪರಂಪರೆಯ ವೈದ್ಯಕೀಯ ಮೌಲ್ಯಗಳನ್ನು ಆಧುನಿಕ ತಂತ್ರಜ್ಞಾನದೊಂದಿಗೆ ಸಮನ್ವಯಗೊಳಿಸಿ, ರೋಗಿಗಳಿಗೆ ವೈಯಕ್ತಿಕ ಮತ್ತು ದೀರ್ಘಕಾಲಿಕ ಆರೈಕೆಯನ್ನು ನೀಡುತ್ತಿವೆ,” ಎಂದು ಅಭಿಪ್ರಾಯಪಟ್ಟರು.

ಈ ಹೊಸ ಕೇಂದ್ರದ ಮೂಲಕ ಎನ್‌ ಯು ಆಸ್ಪತ್ರೆಗಳು ಕ್ಲಿನಿಕಲ್ ಅತ್ಯುತ್ತಮತೆ, ನವೀನತೆ ಮತ್ತು ಮಾನವೀಯ ಆರೈಕೆಯ ಸಂಯೋಜನೆಯೊಂದಿಗೆ ಸೂಪರ್-ಸ್ಪೆಷಾಲಿಟಿ ಆರೋಗ್ಯ ಸೇವೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ಹೊಸ ಮಾನದಂಡಗಳನ್ನು ಸ್ಥಾಪಿಸುವತ್ತ ಮತ್ತೊಂದು ಹೆಜ್ಜೆ ಇಟ್ಟಿವೆ.

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“K.H. Mohan Kumar Slams ‘Target Politics’ Against AHINDA Leaders in Karnataka Congress”

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The National AHINDA Organization has strongly objected to the alleged targeted politics and the influence of vested interests against leaders belonging to AHINDA (minorities, backward classes, and Dalits) within the Karnataka Congress.
The organization stated that the role of AHINDA communities was crucial in bringing the Congress government to power in the state.

The collective support of minorities, backward classes, and Dalits has been the backbone of the government. However, it is deeply concerning that after the formation of the government, there are attempts to sideline these very communities’ leadership and weaken them politically.
Recent developments have raised suspicions that leaders emerging from AHINDA communities are being systematically targeted.

Whether it is the issue involving K.N. Rajanna, the actions taken against Minority State President Jabbar and Political Secretary Naseer Ahmed, or the alleged political pressure on Minister B.Z. Zameer Ahmed—questions are being raised about whether due process has been followed in these cases.

The organization believes these are not isolated incidents but indicate a coordinated attempt to weaken AHINDA leadership under the influence of vested interests. At a time when nurturing leadership within AHINDA communities itself is a challenge, targeting already established leaders goes against the principles of social justice.
In this context, serious questions have also been raised about the role of State In-charge Randeep Singh Surjewala and the unseen forces allegedly operating behind him.

The organization warned that such developments could harm both the AHINDA community and the Congress party, potentially leading to serious political consequences in the future. It urged the Congress party to uphold its foundational AHINDA ideology by addressing these concerns immediately.

The organization has demanded that the Congress high command in Delhi intervene without delay to ensure justice for AHINDA leaders and to curb such targeted political actions. It further warned that if corrective measures are not taken, a protest at the Delhi level will be initiated to protect the leadership of the community.

The press conference was held under the leadership of State President K.H. Mohan Kumar, with the slogan, “Dignity of AHINDA is our resolve, social justice is our right.” Key members present included General Secretary Shivanna, President B. Basavayya (Bengaluru), Rajache Gowda (Chamarajpet), Mallesh (Publicity Committee), Women’s President Sujatha, Reshma, Kavitha (Publicity Committee), Kavitha (OBC), Mohammed Ali, Tahir Pasha, advocates Bhagirathi and Matin Beg, and Kumari Lakshmi, among others.

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“Age Is Not Immunity in Breast Cancer, Emphasises Dr. Jayanthi S Thumsi”

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In my clinical practice, I often encounter a persistent misconception-that breast cancer is largely a disease affecting postmenopausal women. While it is true that the overall risk increases with age, a significant number of patients continue to present at a younger age, and quite often at a more advanced stage.

In many of these cases, the early signs are either underestimated or overlooked, primarily due to an age-related bias that lowers suspicion among both patients and, at times, clinicians. This delay in recognising symptoms can adversely affect outcomes.

It is important to emphasise that clinical vigilance should never be guided by age alone. Any persistent breast symptom-whether it is a lump, a skin change, or nipple discharge-warrants thorough evaluation, irrespective of the patient’s age.

Early and timely assessment remains critical, as it continues to be the most effective way to improve outcomes and save lives, says Dr. Jayanti S Thumsi.

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