ಬೆಂಗಳೂರು, ಜೂನ್ 5: ಅತಿ ಹಿಂದುಳಿದ ವರ್ಗಗಳ ರಾಜಕೀಯ ಪ್ರಾತಿನಿಧ್ಯವನ್ನು ಹೆಚ್ಚಿಸುವ ಉದ್ದೇಶದಿಂದ ವಿಕಾಸಶೀಲ ಇನ್ಸಾನ್ ಪಾರ್ಟಿ (VIP) ಕರ್ನಾಟಕ ರಾಜಕೀಯಕ್ಕೆ ಅಧಿಕೃತವಾಗಿ ಪ್ರವೇಶಿಸಿದೆ.
ಪಕ್ಷದ ರಾಜ್ಯ ಉಪಾಧ್ಯಕ್ಷ ಮೋಹನ್ ಕುಮಾರ್ ಬಿ.ಕೆ. ಮಾತನಾಡಿ, ಕೋಲಿ, ಗಂಗಾಮತ, ಬೆಸ್ತ ಸೇರಿದಂತೆ ಹಲವು ಹಿಂದುಳಿದ ಸಮುದಾಯಗಳ ಜನಸಂಖ್ಯೆ ಲಕ್ಷಾಂತರದಲ್ಲಿದ್ದರೂ, ವಿಧಾನಸಭೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ಸಮರ್ಪಕ ಪ್ರತಿನಿಧಿತ್ವ ಸಿಕ್ಕಿಲ್ಲ ಎಂದು ಅಸಮಾಧಾನ ವ್ಯಕ್ತಪಡಿಸಿದರು. ಪ್ರಮುಖ ರಾಜಕೀಯ ಪಕ್ಷಗಳು ಹಿಂದುಳಿದ ವರ್ಗಗಳನ್ನು ಕೇವಲ ಮತಬ್ಯಾಂಕ್ ಆಗಿ ಬಳಸಿಕೊಂಡಿವೆ ಎಂದು ಆರೋಪಿಸಿದರು.
ಮಹರ್ಷಿ ವಾಲ್ಮೀಕಿ, ಬಸವಣ್ಣ, ಬುದ್ಧ ಹಾಗೂ ಡಾ. ಬಿ.ಆರ್. ಅಂಬೇಡ್ಕರ್ ಅವರ ತತ್ವಗಳ ಆಧಾರದಲ್ಲಿ ಪಕ್ಷವನ್ನು ಕಟ್ಟಲಾಗುತ್ತಿದೆ ಎಂದು ತಿಳಿಸಿದ ಅವರು, ಅತಿ ಹಿಂದುಳಿದ ಹಾಗೂ ಅಲೆಮಾರಿ ಸಮುದಾಯಗಳನ್ನು ಒಗ್ಗೂಡಿಸಿ ರಾಜಕೀಯ ಶಕ್ತಿ ನಿರ್ಮಿಸುವ ಗುರಿ ಹೊಂದಿದ್ದೇವೆ ಎಂದರು.
ಮುಂಬರುವ ಚುನಾವಣೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ಟಿಕೆಟ್ ಹಂಚಿಕೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ನ್ಯಾಯ ಸಿಗದಿದ್ದರೆ, ಪಕ್ಷ ಪ್ರಬಲವಾಗಿರುವ 60 ರಿಂದ 70 ಕ್ಷೇತ್ರಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ಸ್ವತಂತ್ರವಾಗಿ ಸ್ಪರ್ಧಿಸಲಿದೆ ಎಂದು ಎಚ್ಚರಿಕೆ ನೀಡಿದರು. ಗೆಲ್ಲದಿದ್ದರೂ ಫಲಿತಾಂಶದ ಮೇಲೆ ಪ್ರಭಾವ ಬೀರುವ ಶಕ್ತಿ ನಮ್ಮಲ್ಲಿದೆ ಎಂದು ಹೇಳಿದರು.
ಬಿಹಾರದಲ್ಲಿ ವಿಐಪಿ ಸಾಧಿಸಿರುವ ಯಶಸ್ಸನ್ನು ಉಲ್ಲೇಖಿಸಿದ ಅವರು, ಅದೇ ಮಾದರಿಯನ್ನು ಕರ್ನಾಟಕದಲ್ಲೂ ಅನುಸರಿಸಿ ಹಿಂದುಳಿದ ವರ್ಗಗಳಿಗೆ ರಾಜಕೀಯ ಅಧಿಕಾರ ತಂದುಕೊಡಲಾಗುವುದು ಎಂದು ವಿಶ್ವಾಸ ವ್ಯಕ್ತಪಡಿಸಿದರು.
ಪಕ್ಷದ ರಾಜ್ಯಮಟ್ಟದ ಬೃಹತ್ ಉದ್ಘಾಟನಾ ಸಮಾವೇಶವು ಜೂನ್ 7ರಂದು ಬೆಂಗಳೂರಿನ ಅಶೋಕ ಹೋಟೆಲ್ನಲ್ಲಿ ನಡೆಯಲಿದೆ ಎಂದು ತಿಳಿಸಿದರು.
Bengaluru: Renowned breast cancer surgeon Dr. Jayanti S Thumsi has achieved a significant milestone in advanced breast cancer treatment by successfully performing a Robotic Nipple-Sparing Mastectomy (RNSM) with implant reconstruction on the Edge Robotic System for a 41-year-old patient.
Having previously performed RNSM procedures using the Da Vinci robotic platform, Dr. Thumsi has now expanded her robotic breast surgery expertise to the Edge Robotic System, marking an important advancement in the adoption of next-generation robotic technology for breast cancer care.
The successful procedure highlights her continued commitment to offering patients innovative, minimally invasive, and patient-centric treatment options that prioritize both oncological safety and cosmetic outcomes.
Dr. Thumsi credited the achievement to the collective efforts of her multidisciplinary team and expressed gratitude to her colleagues, mentors, patients, and well-wishers for their unwavering support.
This milestone further strengthens the role of robotic-assisted surgery in breast cancer treatment and reflects an ongoing commitment to advancing surgical excellence and improving patient outcomes.
Bengaluru, June 2: As per the directions of His Holiness Paramapoojya 1008 Sri Sri Sri Subudhendra Teertha Sripadangalavaru, the present Pontiff of Nanjangud Sri Raghavendra Swamy Mutt, the Moola Maha Samsthana of Jagadguru Sriman Madhwacharya, a special devotional music programme was organised at the Nanjangud Sri Raghavendra Swamy Mutt in Jayanagar 5th Block, Bengaluru, on the occasion of Adhika Masa.
The event was conducted under the leadership of the Guru Sarvabhouma Dasa Sahitya Project and featured the rendition of 33 devotional compositions by various bhajana mandalis from across the city. The programme witnessed enthusiastic participation from devotees, who immersed themselves in the rich tradition of Dasa Sahitya and devotional singing.
Speaking on the occasion, Senior Manager Sri R.K. Vadindra Acharya said that the programme was organised to promote and preserve the spiritual and cultural significance of Dasa Sahitya during the auspicious Adhika Masa period. He added that the event received an encouraging response from devotees and music enthusiasts alike.
Bengaluru, June 2, 2026: Shriram Finance Limited (SFL), the flagship company of the Shriram Group, has announced a strategic partnership with the Padukone School of Badminton (PSB) as its Presenting Sponsor, reinforcing its commitment to supporting grassroots sports development across India.
The partnership was formally unveiled at the Padukone-Dravid Centre for Sports Excellence in Bengaluru by Umesh Revankar and legendary Indian badminton icon Prakash Padukone, founder of the Padukone School of Badminton.
As part of the collaboration, all existing and upcoming PSB centres across the country will be branded as “Shriram Finance presents Padukone School of Badminton.” The initiative aims to expand access to professional badminton coaching and nurture young sporting talent at the grassroots level.
Currently, PSB operates 75 coaching centres across 18 cities, offering structured training programmes for players at various skill levels. The alliance is expected to further strengthen the academy’s reach and impact among aspiring badminton players nationwide.
Key Features of the Partnership All current and future PSB academies will carry the title “Shriram Finance presents Padukone School of Badminton.” More than 2,000 branded T-shirts will be distributed to players, coaches and support staff across the academy network.
Shriram Finance will be the presenting sponsor for 13 open badminton tournaments and a “Powered By” sponsor for two All India Yonex tournaments.
Speaking at the launch, Umesh Revankar said the partnership reflects Shriram Finance’s long-standing philosophy of creating meaningful impact beyond financial services. He noted that the initiative seeks to inspire young athletes to pursue badminton with dedication and confidence while contributing to the growth of India’s grassroots sporting ecosystem.
Prakash Padukone welcomed the association, describing it as a partnership driven by a shared vision of identifying and nurturing talent at the grassroots level. He said the support from Shriram Finance would help expand access to quality coaching, strengthen infrastructure and create greater opportunities for aspiring players across the country.
The Padukone School of Badminton focuses on delivering professional coaching through a structured training framework covering technical skills, fitness, agility, match preparation and player development. The academy also runs coach certification programmes aimed at enhancing coaching standards and supporting the long-term growth of badminton in India.
With this alliance, Shriram Finance extends its community-focused initiatives into the sports sector, supporting the development of future badminton champions while contributing to the country’s growing sporting culture.
Allen Bengaluru’s Aryan Raghupathy Tops Karnataka with AIR 12 in JEE Advanced 2026 37 Allen Bengaluru Classroom Students Secure Ranks Within AIR 1000
Bengaluru: Students of Allen Bengaluru delivered an impressive performance in the JEE Advanced 2026 examination, the results of which were announced by the Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee. Leading the city’s achievements, Allen classroom student Aryan Raghupathy secured All India Rank (AIR) 12, emerging as the Karnataka state topper.
The announcement sparked celebrations across Allen Bengaluru centres, where faculty members congratulated successful students and their parents. Sweets were distributed to mark the occasion.
Speaking on the achievement, Allen South Zone Head Mahesh Yadav said the institute has continued its tradition of academic excellence by producing outstanding results in one of the country’s most competitive engineering entrance examinations. He noted that Aryan’s achievement reflects the dedication of students, guidance of faculty members and the trust reposed in the institution by parents.
Adding to the success story, 37 classroom students from Allen Bengaluru secured All India Ranks within the top 1,000, further strengthening the institute’s presence among the country’s top performers.
National Success Story At the national level, Allen Career Institute created history by securing AIR 1 in JEE Advanced for the third consecutive year. With this achievement, Allen has now produced the national topper in IIT-JEE seven times.
The institute also repeated the rare feat of securing AIR 1, AIR 2 and AIR 3 simultaneously, a distinction it had earlier achieved in 2016. Allen students claimed six positions in the national top 10, while 24 classroom students featured in the top 50 and 41 students secured places in the top 100.
The national rankings were led by Shubham Kumar, an Allen Kota classroom student, who secured AIR 1 with 330 marks out of 360. Kabir Chhillar followed with AIR 2 after scoring 329 marks, while Jatin Chahar secured AIR 3 with 319 marks.
Among female candidates, Aarohi Deshpande emerged as the All India Girls Topper, securing AIR 77 with 280 marks. In the online learning category, Yashvardhan delivered the best result by securing AIR 52 through Allen’s Online Live Course programme.
The results further reinforce Allen’s reputation as one of the country’s leading institutions for engineering entrance examination preparation, with students consistently securing top national rankings year after year.
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