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ಬೆಂಗಳೂರು, ಜನವರಿ 23, 2026 | HRBR ಲೇಔಟ್: ರಾಷ್ಟ್ರೀಯ ರಸ್ತೆ ಸುರಕ್ಷತಾ ಮಾಸದ ಅಂಗವಾಗಿ, ವಾಸನ್ ಐ ಕೇರ್ ಆಸ್ಪತ್ರೆ, HRBR ಬಾನಸ್ವಾಡಿ ಶಾಖೆ ವತಿಯಿಂದ ಜನವರಿ 23 ರಂದು ರಸ್ತೆ ಸುರಕ್ಷತೆ ಕುರಿತು ವಿಶೇಷ ಜಾಗೃತಿ ಕಾರ್ಯಕ್ರಮವನ್ನು ಯಶಸ್ವಿಯಾಗಿ ಆಯೋಜಿಸಲಾಯಿತು. ಈ ಮಹತ್ವದ ಅಭಿಯಾನವು ದಕ್ಷಿಣ ಭಾರತದಾದ್ಯಂತ ಇರುವ ವಾಸನ್ ಐ ಕೇರ್ ಆಸ್ಪತ್ರೆಗಳ ಮೂಲಕ ಒಂದೇ ಸಮಯದಲ್ಲಿ ಅನುಷ್ಠಾನಗೊಳ್ಳುತ್ತಿದ್ದು, ಕರ್ನಾಟಕ ರಾಜ್ಯದ ಎಲ್ಲಾ 18 ಶಾಖೆಗಳು ಈ ಸಾಮಾಜಿಕ ಹೊಣೆಗಾರಿಕೆಯ ಕಾರ್ಯಕ್ರಮದಲ್ಲಿ ಸಕ್ರಿಯವಾಗಿ ಪಾಲ್ಗೊಂಡಿವೆ.

ಕಾರ್ಯಕ್ರಮದಲ್ಲಿ BMTC ಡೆಪೋ ನಂ. 10ರ ಅನೇಕ ಚಾಲಕರು ಭಾಗವಹಿಸಿ, ರಸ್ತೆ ಸುರಕ್ಷತೆ ಕುರಿತ ಜಾಗೃತಿ ಸತ್ರದಲ್ಲಿ ಉತ್ಸಾಹದಿಂದ ತೊಡಗಿಸಿಕೊಂಡರು. ಸುರಕ್ಷಿತ ಚಾಲನಾ ಕ್ರಮಗಳು, ಜವಾಬ್ದಾರಿಯುತ ಚಾಲನೆಯ ಅಗತ್ಯತೆ ಹಾಗೂ ಸಾರ್ವಜನಿಕರ ಜೀವ ರಕ್ಷಣೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ಚಾಲಕರ ಪಾತ್ರ ಎಷ್ಟು ಮಹತ್ವದ್ದೆಂಬುದನ್ನು ಈ ಸಂದರ್ಭದಲ್ಲಿಅವರು ಪುನಃ ದೃಢಪಡಿಸಿದರು.

ಈ ಸಂದರ್ಭದಲ್ಲಿ ನಡೆದ ಪತ್ರಿಕಾಗೋಷ್ಠಿಯಲ್ಲಿ ವಾಸನ್ ಐ ಕೇರ್ ಆಸ್ಪತ್ರೆಯ ವೈದ್ಯರಾದ ಡಾ. ಹರ್ಷವರ್ಧನ್ ಅವರು ಮಾತನಾಡಿ, ರಸ್ತೆ ಸುರಕ್ಷತೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ದೃಷ್ಟಿ ಆರೋಗ್ಯ ವಹಿಸುವ ಪ್ರಮುಖ ಪಾತ್ರವನ್ನು ವಿವರಿಸಿದರು. ವಿಶೇಷವಾಗಿ BMTC ಹಾಗೂ ಇತರೆ ವಾಣಿಜ್ಯ ವಾಹನ ಚಾಲಕರು ನಿಯಮಿತವಾಗಿ ಕಣ್ಣು ತಪಾಸಣೆ ಮಾಡಿಸಿಕೊಳ್ಳುವುದು ಅಪಘಾತಗಳನ್ನು ತಡೆಯಲು ಹೇಗೆ ಸಹಾಯಕವಾಗುತ್ತದೆ ಎಂಬುದನ್ನು ಅವರು ಸ್ಪಷ್ಟವಾಗಿ ತಿಳಿಸಿದರು. ಉತ್ತಮ ದೃಷ್ಟಿ ಶಕ್ತಿ ಕೇವಲ ವೈಯಕ್ತಿಕ ಆರೋಗ್ಯವಲ್ಲ, ಅದು ಸಾರ್ವಜನಿಕ ಸುರಕ್ಷತೆಯೊಂದಿಗೂ ನೇರವಾಗಿ ಸಂಬಂಧಿಸಿದೆ ಎಂಬುದನ್ನು ಅವರು ಒತ್ತಿ ಹೇಳಿದರು.

ಪತ್ರಿಕಾಗೋಷ್ಠಿಯ ನಂತರ, ಈ ಜಾಗೃತಿ ಅಭಿಯಾನದ ಭಾಗವಾಗಿ ಉಚಿತ ಕಣ್ಣು ತಪಾಸಣಾ ಶಿಬಿರವನ್ನು ಆಯೋಜಿಸಲಾಗಿದ್ದು, ಇದರಿಂದ 50ಕ್ಕೂ ಹೆಚ್ಚು BMTC ಚಾಲಕರು ಲಾಭ ಪಡೆದರು. ಚಾಲಕರ ಆರೋಗ್ಯ ಕಾಪಾಡುವ ಜೊತೆಗೆ ರಸ್ತೆ ಅಪಘಾತಗಳನ್ನು ತಡೆಯುವ ಉದ್ದೇಶದ ಈ ಉಪಕ್ರಮಕ್ಕೆ ಪಾಲ್ಗೊಂಡವರಿಂದ ವ್ಯಾಪಕ ಮೆಚ್ಚುಗೆ ವ್ಯಕ್ತವಾಯಿತು.

ರಸ್ತೆ ಸುರಕ್ಷತೆ ಮತ್ತು ದೃಷ್ಟಿ ಆರೋಗ್ಯದ ಮಹತ್ವವನ್ನು ಸಮುದಾಯದ ಎಲ್ಲ ವರ್ಗಗಳಿಗೆ ತಲುಪಿಸುವ ವಾಸನ್ ಐ ಕೇರ್ ಆಸ್ಪತ್ರೆಯ ಈ ಪ್ರಯತ್ನವು ಸಾಮಾಜಿಕ ಜಾಗೃತಿಗೆ ಉತ್ತಮ ಮಾದರಿಯಾಗಿದೆ.

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Vasan Eye Care Observes National Road Safety Month with Driver Awareness Programme

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Bengaluru, January 23, 2026 | HRBR Layout: As part of National Road Safety Month, Vasan Eye Care Hospital, HRBR Banaswadi branch, organized a special road safety awareness programme on January 23. This initiative is being implemented simultaneously across all Vasan Eye Care Hospitals in South India, with all 18 branches in Karnataka actively participating in the campaign.
A large number of drivers from BMTC Depot No. 10 took part in the programme and actively engaged in the awareness session on road safety. The drivers reaffirmed their commitment to safe driving practices and highlighted the importance of responsible driving in ensuring public safety.

Addressing the media during the press interaction, Dr. Harshavardhan from Vasan Eye Care Hospital emphasized the critical role of eye health in road safety. He specifically underlined the need for regular eye check-ups for BMTC and other commercial vehicle drivers, explaining how good vision is essential for timely decision-making and accident prevention. He noted that clear vision is not just a matter of personal health but a key factor in safeguarding lives on the road.

Following the press conference, a free eye screening camp was organized as part of the initiative, benefiting over 50 BMTC drivers. The camp was well received, with participants appreciating the hospital’s efforts to combine health awareness with road safety.

Vasan Eye Care Hospital’s initiative stands as a meaningful example of social responsibility, effectively spreading awareness about the importance of eye health and its direct connection to road safety within the community.

Umashree, Dr. Nagalakshmi Choudhary to Receive Kala Samrat Star Award on January 29

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Bengaluru, Jan 23:
In association with the Department of Kannada and Culture, Om Sri Sai Ram Cultural Art Forum will organise a grand cultural programme at Ravindra Kalakshetra on January 29. On the occasion, senior Kannada actress and Member of the Legislative Council Umashree, along with Dr. Nagalakshmi Choudhary, Chairperson of the Karnataka State Women’s Commission, will be conferred with the prestigious Kala Samrat Star Award.

Addressing a press conference, Manjula S., General Secretary of Om Sri Sai Ram Cultural Art Forum and a noted theatre artiste, said the event will be inaugurated in the presence of Sri Siddaraju Swamiji, Peetadhipathi of Sri Kshetra Palanahalli Mutt. The programme will also be attended by M. Krishnappa, MLA from Vijayanagar constituency; Priya Krishnan, MLA from Govindarajanagar constituency; K. M. Gayathri, Secretary, Department of Kannada and Culture; social activist Golden Suresh; senior actress Girija Lokesh; actors Shashikumar and M. N. Suresh; actor and producer Gandasi Sadananda Swamy; Snehajeevi Santhosh Kumar; Kannada Raju; and former BBMP ruling party leader A. H. Basavaraju, among others.

Manjula S. further stated that for the past 12 years, the forum has been dedicated to the promotion of Kannada professional theatre, staging mythological, historical and socially relevant plays, besides organising a wide range of cultural programmes. The organisation has also been consistently working towards the welfare and overall development of artistes.

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OPPO Reno15 Series Blends AI, Style and Power for Young Creators

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OPPO Reno15 Series Redefines Travel Photography with AI, Design and Power

January 2026: OPPO India has unveiled its premium Reno15 Series, positioning it squarely at young travellers, creators and photography enthusiasts. The new lineup includes the Reno15 Pro, Reno15 Pro Mini and Reno15, alongside the expanded ecosystem with OPPO Pad 5 and OPPO Enco Buds3 Pro+.

At the heart of the Reno15 Pro and Pro Mini is a powerful 200MP ultra-clear main camera, paired with a 50MP 3.5× telephoto portrait lens and a 50MP ultra-wide camera. Supported by OPPO’s PureTone Imaging Technology and advanced AI tools, the series promises natural colours, rich detail and flexibility to crop or reframe images without loss of clarity. A 50MP ultra-wide selfie camera further enhances group selfies and travel vlogs.

Making its debut is OPPO’s industry-first HoloFusion Technology, delivering a layered, three-dimensional glass finish with fluid light reflections. The new Dynamic Stellar Ring camera design adds a premium halo effect, while colour options draw inspiration from sunsets, glaciers, auroras and natural textures.

The Reno15 Pro Mini marks OPPO’s first “Pro Mini” device, combining flagship performance with a compact 6.32-inch AMOLED display. Despite its smaller footprint, it offers high-end cameras, a slim profile and a lightweight build. The Pro model features a larger 6.78-inch AMOLED display with ultra-thin bezels, while all variants support up to 120Hz refresh rates and high outdoor brightness.

Built for real-world use, the Reno15 Series comes with an All-Round Armour Body, aerospace-grade aluminium frame and IP66, IP68 and IP69 ratings for dust and water resistance. Under the hood, the Pro models run on the MediaTek Dimensity 8450, while the Reno15 uses Snapdragon 7 Gen 4, delivering smooth gaming, AI performance and efficient power usage.

Fueling long days is a massive battery lineup, led by a 6500mAh battery with 80W SUPERVOOC™ fast charging and wireless charging on the Pro. Running on ColorOS 16 with deep Google Gemini integration, the Reno15 Series blends intelligent AI with seamless everyday usability—making it OPPO’s most travel-ready Reno yet.

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Army Havildar’s Stem Cell Donation Sparks Hope Amid Donor Crisis

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Beyond the Uniform: An Indian Army Havildar’s Quiet Act of Heroism

Six years after signing up as a blood stem cell donor, Havildar Sukhwinder Singh answers a life-saving call—proving service doesn’t end with the battlefield.

January 23, 2026 | India
This Republic Day season, as the country salutes courage in uniform, one Indian Army soldier has shown that heroism can also unfold far from the frontlines.

Havildar Sukhwinder Singh, a serving soldier, recently donated his blood stem cells to save the life of a patient suffering from a severe blood disorder—fulfilling a promise he made six years ago.
DKMS Foundation, India, is spotlighting his journey as a powerful reminder that a single decision, taken quietly and patiently, can one day give someone else a second chance at life.

A promise kept, six years later
Singh registered as a potential blood stem cell donor in 2019, during an appeal drive for a young leukemia patient. He was not a match at the time—but he stayed on the registry, understanding that the call could come anytime.

It finally did, in December 2025.
Identified as a perfect match for another patient in urgent need of a transplant, Singh did not hesitate. He stepped forward immediately, completing the donation process and giving a stranger the hope of survival.

A larger crisis behind one brave story
While Singh’s act inspires, it also exposes a harsh reality in India’s healthcare system:
*A new blood cancer case is diagnosed every five minutes
*Over 10,000 children are born with Thalassemia Major each year
*Yet, only 0.09% of India’s eligible population is registered as blood stem cell donors.

Because tissue (HLA) types are ethnically specific, Indian patients often struggle to find compatible donors. What is medically treatable becomes life-threatening simply due to a lack of matches.

“A hero in uniform—and beyond”

“Registering as a blood stem cell donor is not a one-day decision; it’s a long-term commitment,” said Patrick Paul, Executive Chairman, DKMS India.“Sukhwinder Singh’s journey is extraordinary. His patience and readiness to donate the moment he was called show how one choice made years ago can secure someone else’s future. He is a hero both in uniform and in the registry.”

Who can register as a donor?
Age: 18–55 years
In good general health
BMI under 40
Not already registered with another stem cell registry
Registration is simple: fill out a consent form and swab the inside of your cheeks to collect tissue cells.

Register here: http://www.dkms-india.org/register
As Havildar Sukhwinder Singh’s story proves, you may never know whose life you’ll save—or when. But when the call comes, being registered can make all the difference.

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