Brindavana Adorned with Navaratna Kavacha; Special Shami Puja Draws Thousands of Devotees
Bengaluru: The Sri Raghavendra Swami Matt at Jayanagar 5th Block witnessed a massive turnout of devotees on Vijayadashami, as celebrations were held with grandeur and devotion.
As per the directions of His Holiness Sri Subudhendra Teertha Swamiji, senior administrator Sri R.K. Vadeendra Acharya led the day’s rituals. The proceedings began with a Phala Panchamrita Abhisheka at the Brindavana of Sri Raghavendra Swami. The deities, including Sri Gururaya and Mukhyaprana Devaru, were adorned with a resplendent Navaratna Kavacha, followed by the Maha Mangalarati. Later, more than 5,000 devotees were served prasada meals.
In the evening, a special Shami Puja was performed. Prahlada Raja was ceremoniously seated before the sacred Shami tree, and prayers were offered for universal welfare. The ritual concluded with the traditional Banni Mudiya ceremony, conducted with Vedic chants and accompanied by special musical instruments.
Priests, devotees, and religious dignitaries participated in large numbers, said purohit Sri Nandakishore Acharya.
The auspicious day also featured a series of festive events including the Rathotsava (Chariot Festival), Gajavahana Seva, Pallakki Utsava, and Cradle Seva. The celebrations were further enriched with a devotional music programme, Dasavani, presented by Kum. Ananya Belawadi and troupe.
Dr. Sudhanshu Trivedi Urges Justice-Oriented Reforms at Manav Rachna University Youth Parliament
Faridabad, October 1, 2025: Rajya Sabha Member and BJP National Spokesperson Dr. Sudhanshu Trivedi addressed the VidhiVaaD Youth Parliament organized by the School of Law at Manav Rachna University (MRU), calling on young Indians to actively contribute to debate, policymaking, and leadership. He described the youth as the “custodians of India’s democratic future.”
The Youth Parliament featured dynamic committee sessions, including a Lok Sabha debate on the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2025 and an All-India Political Party Meeting on India’s response to U.S. reciprocal tariffs. These deliberations provided students with exposure to the workings of governance, from strategic negotiation to policy drafting and legislative challenges. Participants took on the roles of parliamentarians, showcasing their skills in oratory, policy analysis, and leadership.
Delivering his keynote, Dr. Trivedi cited landmark rulings such as the S.R. Bommai case, noting that the Supreme Court had firmly established that a government’s legitimacy must be tested on the floor of the House, not through external mechanisms. He stressed that actions taken outside parliamentary processes undermine democratic integrity.
Highlighting India’s colonial legal inheritance, Dr. Trivedi observed that the Indian Penal Code was originally designed to impose control and punishment. “Modern India must move beyond punishment as the central aim and make justice the guiding principle,” he remarked, urging lawmakers to adapt inherited frameworks to contemporary democratic aspirations.
On judicial evolution, he pointed to cases involving land and hotel disputes, where consistent judgments across decades demonstrate the steady progression of Indian law. “Our legal system is not static; it adapts and evolves with time,” he emphasized.
Placing India in a global context, Dr. Trivedi noted that while Western nations and China face demographic challenges, India enjoys the rare advantage of being both the world’s largest democracy and its youngest major nation. “This demographic dividend is our greatest strength, but it is also a responsibility. We must move forward with confidence — guided by our past and committed to building a sustainable future,” he said.
Dr. Trivedi also highlighted India’s global achievements, including its rise to the ranks of the world’s top five economies, leadership in digital payments through UPI, now the largest platform worldwide, and its milestone as the first nation to land on the Moon’s south pole. “Our civilizational heritage and scientific excellence are not in conflict — they strengthen each other,” he observed.
Concluding his address, Dr. Trivedi praised the students’ participation, noting that the Youth Parliament format fosters critical thinking, democratic responsibility, and leadership skills. “India’s democracy has matured through challenges and judicial consistency. With the energy of our youth and the strength of our civilizational values, we are poised to shape a future that is just, confident, and sustainable,” he said.
ಇಂದು ಅಂಗನವಾಡಿ ಕೇಂದ್ರಗಳು ಪ್ರಾರಂಭಗೊಂಡು ಐವತ್ತು ವರ್ಷಗಳು ಪೂರೈಸಿವೆ. ಈ ಅವಧಿಯಲ್ಲಿ ಲಕ್ಷಾಂತರ ಮಕ್ಕಳ ಪೋಷಣೆ, ಶಿಕ್ಷಣ ಮತ್ತು ಮಹಿಳಾ ಸಬಲೀಕರಣದ ಕ್ಷೇತ್ರದಲ್ಲಿ ಅಂಗನವಾಡಿ ಕಾರ್ಯಕರ್ತೆಯರು ಹಾಗೂ ಸಹಾಯಕಿಯರು ಸಲ್ಲಿಸಿದ ಸೇವೆ ಅಸಾಧಾರಣವಾಗಿದೆ. ಸಮಾಜದ ಆರ್ಥಿಕ–ಸಾಮಾಜಿಕ ಬಲವರ್ಧನೆಗೆ ಅವರು ನೀಡಿರುವ ಕೊಡುಗೆ ಶ್ಲಾಘನೀಯ.
ಕರ್ನಾಟಕ ರಾಜ್ಯ ಅಂಗನವಾಡಿ ಕಾರ್ಯಕರ್ತೆಯರ ಮತ್ತು ಸಹಾಯಕಿಯರ ಸ್ವತಂತ್ರ ಸಂಘಟನೆ (ರಿ)ಯ ಜಿಲ್ಲಾ ಅಧ್ಯಕ್ಷರು ಹಾಗೂ ರಾಜ್ಯ ಪ್ರಧಾನ ಕಾರ್ಯದರ್ಶಿಗಳಾದ ಉಮಾಮಣಿ ಕೆ.ಎಲ್ ರವರು ತಮ್ಮ ಹೇಳಿಕೆಯಲ್ಲಿ “ಈ ಸುವರ್ಣ ಸಂಭ್ರಮದ ಸಂದರ್ಭದಲ್ಲಿ, ತಮ್ಮ ನಿಸ್ವಾರ್ಥ ಸೇವೆ, ಅಸಮರ್ಪಕ ವೇತನ, ಸವಾಲುಗಳ ನಡುವೆಯೂ ತಾಳ್ಮೆಯಿಂದ ಸಮಾಜದ ಹಿತಕ್ಕಾಗಿ ದುಡಿಯುತ್ತಿರುವ ಎಲ್ಲಾ ಅಂಗನವಾಡಿ ಸಿಬ್ಬಂದಿಗಳಿಗೆ ಹೃದಯಪೂರ್ವಕ ಸಲ್ಯೂಟ್ ಹಾಗೂ ಹಾರ್ದಿಕ ಶುಭಾಶಯಗಳನ್ನು ಸಲ್ಲಿಸುತ್ತೇನೆ” ಎಂದರು.
Bengaluru: As part of the ongoing Sharannavarati Utsav celebrations, renowned philanthropist and author Sudha Murty, along with her husband and Infosys founder N.R. Narayana Murthy, visited the sacred shrine of Sri Raghavendra Swami.
The couple offered prayers for the welfare of humanity, lit traditional lamps, and participated in the Maha Mangalarati. On the occasion, R.K. Vadindracharya, administrator of the Matt, and Nanda Kishoracharya, chief priest, presented them with the Shesha Vastra, Phala and Mantrakshate, invoking the blessings of the saint.
Bengaluru, September 30, 2025: The Karnataka High Court has directed strict enforcement of noise control measures during the upcoming Madikeri Dasara celebrations, taking cognizance of concerns over the use of DJ systems, laser lights and other polluting devices.
The directive came in response to W.P. No. 30005/2025 (GM-RES-PIL) filed by advocate Amruthesh N.P. The Court noted that the Kodagu District Superintendent of Police had already prohibited such activities and stressed the need for continuous monitoring in line with the Noise Pollution (Regulation and Control) Rules, 2000.
The Bench further ordered the Superintendent of Police and the District Environment Officer to submit a compliance report by October 13, 2025, detailing the conduct of the festivities, reporting any violations, and outlining actions taken against defaulters.
The matter has been scheduled for further hearing on October 16, 2025. The order is being viewed as a major step towards protecting public health, safeguarding the environment, and reinforcing citizens’ rights under Article 21 of the Constitution.
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