வீரபத்திர சுவாமி ஆலயத்தில் தஞ்சம்மாள் 13-ம் ஆண்டு விழா: கோலாகலமாக நடந்த திருவீதி உலா!

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கலாஸ்பாளையம் ஸ்ரீவீரபத்திர சுவாமி ஆலயத்தில் தஞ்சம்மாள் 13-ம் ஆண்டு உற்சவம் கோலாகலம்

வேலூர்: கலாஸ்பாளையம் அருள்மிகு ஸ்ரீவீரபத்திர சுவாமி ஆலயத்தில் வீற்றிருக்கும் அருள்மிகு தஞ்சம்மாள் அம்மனின் 13-ம் ஆண்டு உற்சவம் பக்தர்கள் திரளுடன் சிறப்பாக நடைபெற்றது.

உற்சவத்தையொட்டி காலை 7.15 மணிக்கு சிறப்பு பால்குட அபிஷேகம் நடைபெற்றது.
தொடர்ந்து காலை 9.02 மணிக்கு அம்மனுக்கு சிறப்பு அலங்காரம் செய்யப்பட்டு, கரகம் திருவீதி உலா நடைபெற்றது. இதையடுத்து கஞ்சி வார்த்தல் மற்றும் மங்கள தீபாராதனை நடைபெற்றன. மாலை 3 மணியளவில் சிறப்பு அலங்காரத்துடன் தஞ்சியம்மன் திருவீதி உலா நடைபெற்றது.

விழாவில் ஓம் கைலாய சிவசித்தர் அம்மையார், ஓம் ஸ்ரீ சௌடாம்பிகை பாலா திரிபுரசுந்தரி பீடத்தைச் சேர்ந்த அருளாளர்கள், கண்ணமங்கலம் பொன்னை ஆட்கொண்ட சிவபெருமான் கோயிலைச் சேர்ந்தவர்கள் மற்றும் தவத்திரு திலிப்சுவாமிகள் உள்ளிட்ட சிறப்பு அருளாளர்கள் பங்கேற்று அம்மனை வழிபட்டனர்.

இந்த ஆண்டு கரகத்தை G. சீனிவாசன், S. பிரதீப்குமார் மற்றும் S. செல்வகுமார் ஆகியோர் எடுத்துச் சென்றனர். கோயில் பூசாரிகள், உபயதாரர்கள் மற்றும் விழா ஏற்பாட்டாளர்கள் இணைந்து உற்சவப் பணிகளை சிறப்பாக மேற்கொண்டனர்.

விழாவையொட்டி உற்சவர் பூஷ்ப அலங்கார சாத்துபடியை JCB ஜெகதீசன்–மகேஸ்வரி குடும்பத்தினர், சுவாமி அலங்கார சாத்துபடியை U.V.R. ராஜ்குமார், U.V.R. ஜூவல்லர்ஸ், வேலூர், உற்சவர் அபிஷேகத்தை N. குமார்–உஷா குடும்பத்தினர், கரகம் பூ உபயத்தை P. பத்மராஜ்–கலாவதி குடும்பத்தினர் வழங்கினர்.

மேலும், அம்மன் வஸ்திரத்தை R.V. கோட்டீஸ்வரி ராமஜெயம், மண்குடங்களை S. ரவி–ராணிகலா, பால் உபயத்தை V.M. பாலகிருஷ்ணன், ஸ்ரீ லட்சுமி ஆட்டோ பைனான்ஸ், வேலூர், பிரசாதத்தை S. விஜயகுமார்–மாலதி குடும்பத்தினர், அன்னதானத்தை V.M.K. வெங்கடேசன் & பிரதர்ஸ் ஆகியோர் வழங்கினர்.
ஒலி, ஒளி அமைப்பை M. ராஜேஷ், சிட்டி ஆப்டிக்கல்ஸ், வேலூர், பந்தல் அமைப்பை K. ரமேஷ்–தாமரைசெல்வி, சாய்நாதபுரம், பத்திரிக்கை உபயத்தை K. ராமலிங்கம் CMC–R. குமாரி குடும்பத்தினர், கலாஸ்பாளையம் ஆகியோர் மேற்கொண்டனர்.

விழா ஏற்பாடுகளை ஸ்ரீவீரபத்திர ஆலய நிர்வாகஸ்தர்கள், இளைஞர்கள் மற்றும் ஸ்ரீவீரபத்திர ஆலய நிர்வாக இளைஞர் அணியினர் செய்திருந்தனர்.

தர்மகர்த்தா P. பத்மராஜ் தலைமையில் நடைபெற்ற விழாவில் கலாஸ்பாளையம், தேவராஜ் நகர் மற்றும் சுற்றுவட்டாரப் பகுதிகளைச் சேர்ந்த ஏராளமான பக்தர்கள் கலந்து கொண்டு அம்மனை தரிசனம் செய்து வழிபட்டனர்.

விழாவையொட்டி பக்தர்களுக்கு பிரசாதம் மற்றும் அன்னதானம் வழங்கப்பட்டது. உற்சவம் பக்தி பரவசத்துடன் சிறப்பாக நிறைவடைந்தது.

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NHCE to Host 48-Hour International Hackathon ‘Smart Horizon 2026’

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Bengaluru: New Horizon College of Engineering (NHCE) will host Smart Horizon 2026, a 48-hour international hackathon, from September 3 to 5 as part of its Silver Jubilee Year celebrations. The event is being jointly organised by the Department of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AIML) and the Department of Computer Science and Engineering (CSE).

The hackathon is designed to promote innovation, interdisciplinary problem-solving, entrepreneurship and stronger collaboration between academia, industry and government. It is also aligned with the vision of Viksit Bharat@2047, encouraging students to develop technology-driven solutions to real-world challenges.
Smart Horizon 2026 has attracted a strong response, with 287 teams registering initially and 118 teams qualifying for the Grand Finale.

The finalist teams represent 62 institutions across 11 Indian states, along with participation from the United States, giving the competition an international dimension.

The hackathon will focus on five broad areas: Agriculture and Rural Development, Health Technology, Defence and Space Technology, Smart Cities, Vehicles and Automation, and Financial Technology.

A key feature of the event is the participation of government and industry partners. The finalists will work on 35 real-world problem statements, including 12 submitted by government ministries and 23 from private organisations. The initiative also encourages participants to develop solutions that are sustainable, scalable and aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

The competition carries a total prize pool of ₹23.75 lakh, with prizes across different domains as well as travel support for participating teams. A panel of more than 19 jury members and domain experts from government and private organisations will evaluate the projects on parameters including innovation, technical excellence, feasibility, scalability, social impact and presentation.

NHCE, an autonomous institution known for its academic and research initiatives, is accredited with NAAC ‘A’ Grade and NBA Tier-1 and has been placed in the 151–200 band of the NIRF rankings. The institution has also received a Diamond Rating from QS I-Gauge and a four-star recognition under ARIIA. Its research ecosystem has produced more than 170 patents and over 1,000 Scopus-indexed publications in recent years.

Through Smart Horizon 2026, NHCE aims to bring together students, researchers, educators, industry representatives, government agencies and startups on a common platform to foster innovation and collaborative learning.

“48 Hours of Innovation. Infinite Possibilities. One Impactful Future.”

Innovate. Collaborate. Impact the Future.

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Dr. N.A. Mohammed to Receive Prestigious “Manavathavada Award”- G.S. Gopal Raaj Extends Heartfelt Congratulations

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AIKMCC-STCH to Honour Dr. N.A. Mohammed with Manavathavada Award

Bengaluru, September 2026: The AIKMCC-STCH Bengaluru is set to honour Dr. N.A. Mohammed with the prestigious Sayyid Muhammadali Shihab Thangal Manavathavada Award in recognition of his outstanding contribution to society, unwavering commitment to humanitarian values and dedicated service to humanity.

The award ceremony will be held on Sunday, September 6, 2026, at 5 p.m. at the British School Auditorium, near Gokarnanatheshwara Temple, Shivaji Nagar, Bengaluru.

The award, instituted in the fond memory of Sayyid Muhammadali Shihab Thangal, recognises individuals who have made meaningful contributions to society and upheld the values of compassion, social responsibility and service to humanity.

Congratulating Dr. N.A. Mohammed on the honour, G.S. Gopal Raaj, Editor, City Today News & TJ Vision Media, extended his heartfelt congratulations and best wishes for his continued journey of service.

“This honour is a fitting recognition of Dr. N.A. Mohammed’s valuable contribution to society and his commitment to humanitarian values. I wholeheartedly congratulate him on receiving the Manavathavada Award and wish him many more such prestigious honours in recognition of his continued service to humanity,” said G.S. Gopal Raaj.

The award ceremony is expected to celebrate the spirit of compassion, community service and humanity while remembering the values championed by Sayyid Muhammadali Shihab Thangal.

G.S. Gopal Raaj, Editor, City Today News & TJ Vision Media, once again conveyed his warmest congratulations and sincere wishes to Dr. N.A. Mohammed for greater achievements and many more honours in the years ahead.

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Sattva Group Gives Defence Colony Park a Green Makeover in Indiranagar

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Sattva Group Redevelops Defence Colony Park in Indiranagar, Enhancing Community Spaces and Urban Greenery

Bengaluru, August 22, 2026: Sattva Group, one of India’s leading real estate developers, has redeveloped Defence Colony Park in Indiranagar as part of its corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives aimed at creating greener, more inclusive and sustainable community spaces.

The revamped park was inaugurated by MLA Shri Raghu, who was the Chief Guest, in the presence of Bijay Agarwal, Managing Director, Sattva Group; Niru Agarwal, Director, Sattva Group, and members of the local community.

The redevelopment focused on improving the park’s infrastructure while retaining its character as a shared neighbourhood space. The upgrades include improved drainage, refurbished railings and walkways, enhanced landscaping and other facilities aimed at making the park safer, more comfortable and accessible for residents and visitors.

The existing yoga deck has also been upgraded to provide a better setting for yoga, mindfulness and other wellness activities. A new outdoor gym has been added, giving residents an accessible space for regular exercise and fitness. The park also features a new gazebo, offering residents a place to relax, interact and spend time with the community.

The initiative comes at a time when accessible and well-maintained public spaces are becoming increasingly important in rapidly growing urban neighbourhoods. Parks provide residents with opportunities for exercise, recreation, social interaction and engagement with nature, contributing to healthier and more connected communities.

By restoring and enhancing an existing community asset, Sattva Group aims to make Defence Colony Park a more vibrant and inclusive space for people across age groups. The initiative also reflects the group’s broader commitment to supporting sustainable urban development and contributing to the well-being of communities around its projects.

The redevelopment of Defence Colony Park is expected to strengthen the neighbourhood’s shared public spaces while adding to the greenery and liveability of Bengaluru. Through such community-focused initiatives, Sattva Group continues to support efforts towards creating greener, healthier and more resilient urban environments.

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Dr Agarwals Expands Bengaluru Footprint with Advanced Eye Care Centre in Sarjapur

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Dr Agarwals Eye Hospital Opens Advanced Eye Care Centre in Sarjapur

13,000 sq. ft. facility becomes the hospital’s 16th centre in Bengaluru, offering advanced diagnostics, surgery and super-speciality eye care

Bengaluru, August 22, 2026: Dr Agarwals Eye Hospital has expanded its presence in Bengaluru with the launch of a new advanced eye care centre in Sarjapur. Spread across 13,000 sq. ft., the facility is the hospital’s 16th centre in the city and is designed to provide comprehensive eye care services to residents of Sarjapur and surrounding areas.

The new centre brings diagnostic, surgical and specialised ophthalmic services under one roof. It features an advanced diagnostic unit, a dedicated surgical wing with sterile modular operation theatres and super-speciality clinics catering to cataract, refractive and LASIK procedures, glaucoma, retina and paediatric ophthalmology.

The facility offers a wide range of services, including cataract and refractive surgeries such as LASIK and ReLEx SMILE, retinal and glaucoma treatment, corneal care, glued IOL procedures, dry eye and keratoconus management, paediatric ophthalmology, oculoplasty and contact lens services. Patients can also avail themselves of in-house pharmacy and diagnostic facilities, walk-in and online consultations, cashless insurance processing, TPA assistance and pre- and post-operative counselling.

The centre has been equipped with advanced diagnostic technologies, including Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT), fundus photography, corneal topography and optical biometry. Its surgical facilities include advanced phacoemulsification, femtosecond laser-assisted cataract surgery, LASIK, Femto-LASIK, SMILE and Contoura Vision.
Emergency and trauma eye care services will also be available. The hospital is planning to establish an ambulance support arrangement with a nearby healthcare facility to strengthen emergency services.

Dr Srinivasan G Rao, Regional Head – Clinical Services, Karnataka, Dr Agarwals Eye Hospital, Sarjapur, said the new centre was aimed at making specialised eye care more accessible to people living and working in the area.
“From routine eye examinations and cataract evaluations to complex retinal and corneal conditions, patients can now access diagnosis and treatment closer to home. The centre combines advanced technology with specialised clinical expertise, eliminating the need for patients to travel across Bengaluru for specialised eye care,” he said.

As part of the launch, the hospital is offering free eye consultations to patients visiting the new centre. It will also conduct community screening camps and awareness programmes in nearby neighbourhoods, with a focus on cataract, glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy and children’s eye health.

The Sarjapur expansion comes as the locality continues to witness rapid residential and commercial development. The area has attracted a growing population of IT professionals, young families and migrants, while its proximity to major employment hubs such as Wipro Sarjapur, Bellandur, RMZ Ecospace and Embassy TechVillage has increased demand for easily accessible healthcare services.

Dr Sowmya M, Senior Consultant – Ophthalmologist, Dr Agarwals Eye Hospital, Sarjapur, said lifestyle changes were contributing to growing eye health concerns, particularly among working professionals and children.

“Screen-heavy lifestyles are increasingly associated with digital eye strain and dry eye, while early and prolonged screen exposure among children is contributing to concerns such as paediatric myopia. Regular eye examinations can help detect these conditions early and ensure timely treatment,” she said.

The hospital said the new centre forms part of its hyper-local expansion strategy aimed at bringing specialised eye care closer to communities. With 16 centres now operating in Bengaluru, Dr Agarwals Eye Hospital plans to further strengthen its presence across Karnataka and expand access to comprehensive ophthalmic services.

The centre is also expected to address growing demand for screening and treatment of conditions such as Computer Vision Syndrome, dry eye, paediatric myopia, diabetic retinopathy and glaucoma. The hospital plans to work with local ophthalmologists, clinics and healthcare institutions through collaborations and referral partnerships to strengthen eye care services across Bengaluru.

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