Precision Meets Innovation: Narayana Health Performs 100+ Robotic Cardiac Surgeries

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Narayana Health City Performs 100+ Robotic Cardiac Surgeries in a Month, Marking Major Milestone in Heart Care

Bengaluru, March 5: Narayana Health has crossed a significant milestone in advanced cardiac care, completing more than 100 robotic heart surgeries within a single month at its flagship facility, Narayana Health City. The achievement highlights the growing role of robotic technology in enabling highly precise and minimally invasive heart procedures.

Hospital officials said the milestone reflects both the surgical expertise of the cardiac team and the successful integration of advanced robotic systems that help deliver consistent outcomes for both adult and paediatric patients.
One of the more complex cases involved a 45 year old patient who had earlier undergone Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting (CABG), commonly known as heart bypass surgery. The patient later developed a tumour in the heart’s upper chamber, which posed a risk of obstructing blood flow.

In such cases, reopening the chest through a conventional redo sternotomy carries significant risk, as previously implanted bypass grafts may be damaged during surgery. Since the patient’s earlier grafts were still functioning well, surgeons opted for a robotic-assisted minimally invasive procedure. The tumour was removed through a small incision on the right side of the chest using robotic instruments and high-definition visualisation, avoiding the need to reopen the breastbone.

Dr. Raghu M G, senior consultant in cardiothoracic surgery, said the patient was supported on a heart-lung machine through peripheral blood vessels during the operation. Instead of stopping the heart completely using conventional clamping techniques, surgeons used a specialised approach that allows the heart to gently quiver while the tumour is removed. Using robotic precision, the team accessed the left atrium and removed the growth while preserving surrounding structures and valve function. The patient recovered well and was discharged in stable condition.

In another case, a 46 year old patient suffering from severe narrowing of the mitral valve due to Rheumatic Heart Disease underwent robotic surgery to replace the damaged valve with a mechanical one. The robotic platform offered high-definition 3D visualisation and enhanced dexterity, allowing surgeons to operate with greater control within the heart.

Dr. Thiruthani Kumaran M M, senior consultant in adult cardiac surgery, said robotic procedures help avoid traditional open-chest surgery, which typically involves cutting through the breastbone. For patients, this often means less post-operative pain, reduced blood loss, quicker recovery and smaller scars. The surgery was completed successfully and the patient was discharged in stable condition.

Doctors also treated a 69 year old woman diagnosed with coronary artery disease along with Dextrocardia with Situs Inversus, a rare condition in which the heart and other internal organs are positioned as a mirror image of normal anatomy. Despite the unusual positioning of the heart and blood vessels, surgeons successfully carried out a robotic-assisted coronary bypass procedure.

Dr. Gagan Khullar, consultant in adult cardiac surgery, mentioned in his statement, operating on such patients is challenging because anatomical structures appear reversed. The robotic system’s enhanced visualisation and precision allowed surgeons to adapt safely to the patient’s anatomy. The surgery was successful, and the patient recovered smoothly.

Hospital authorities said robotic cardiac surgery requires close coordination between surgeons, anaesthesiologists and specialised technical teams. From pre-operative planning to post-surgery recovery, every step is carefully streamlined to maintain safety and precision while enabling faster recovery for patients.

The hospital also reported that patients travelled from several parts of India and abroad for robotic cardiac procedures during the month. About 35% of the patients were from Karnataka, followed by 15% from Tamil Nadu. Others came from states including West Bengal, Jharkhand, Assam and Andhra Pradesh, while nearly 10% of the patients travelled from Bangladesh.

According to the hospital, the diverse patient base reflects growing trust in advanced robotic cardiac care offered at the centre. With continued advancements in robotic technology, the institution says it aims to make complex heart procedures less invasive while expanding access to specialised cardiac treatment for patients across India and neighbouring regions.

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LOVE. LOSS. DESTINY.Zee Kannada Unveils Powerful New Family Saga Krishna Rukku – Premiering March 9

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Bengaluru: After winning hearts with emotionally rich storytelling and family-centered dramas, Zee Kannada is ready to raise the bar yet again. This March 9 at 6:30 PM, the channel launches its much-awaited new serial Krishna Rukku – a stirring tale of love, sacrifice, revenge, and fate.

At the center of this gripping drama stands Rukku – a young woman forced to grow up overnight. After the untimely death of her elder brother, she takes on the crushing responsibility of holding her shattered family together. Her dreams are pushed aside. Her emotions are tested. Every step forward comes with sacrifice.

But destiny has its own design.

Enter Krishna – a man whose path collides with Rukku’s in ways neither of them expect. Between unspoken love, buried pain, and simmering revenge, their lives become deeply intertwined. Will Rukku’s strength heal old wounds? Or will fate play a cruel game that tears them apart?

Krishna Rukku promises high-voltage emotional drama layered with family bonds, unexpected twists, and intense confrontations that will keep audiences on the edge of their seats.

Mauna Guddemane breathes life into the resilient Rukku, portraying both vulnerability and fierce determination. Akshay Nayak steps into the role of Krishna, bringing intensity and emotional depth to the character. Adding further gravitas to the show is celebrated filmmaker, actor, and creative powerhouse S. Narayan, who plays a pivotal role as Surya Prakash.

The serial also marks the much-anticipated return of veteran actress Suchitra to Kannada television after several years, while popular singer-actor Naveen Sajju joins the ensemble cast, adding fresh energy to the narrative.

Produced under the banner of Dhruthi Creations by Dileep Raj and Srividya, the show blends cinematic storytelling with powerful performances, promising a visually rich and emotionally charged viewing experience.

Speaking about the launch, Deepak Sriramulu, Chief Channel Officer of Zee Kannada, stated that the channel remains committed to presenting stories rooted in authentic emotions and strong family values. He expressed confidence that Krishna Rukku will deeply resonate with viewers and further strengthen the channel’s prime-time lineup.

As love battles revenge and destiny tests loyalty, one question remains:

Can Rukku withstand every storm to become the light in Krishna’s darkest hour?

Watch Krishna Rukku from March 9 at 6:30 PM, only on Zee Kannada – where emotions run deep and stories stay with you long after the screen fades to black.

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Lunar Eclipse Ritual Held at Raghavendra Swamy Mutt for Global Well-being

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Bengaluru: A special “Khagraasa Chandra Grahana Shanti Homa” was performed at the Nanjangud Sri Raghavendra Swamy Mutt in Jayanagar 5th Block on the occasion of the total lunar eclipse, invoking prayers for global peace and welfare.

The ritual was conducted as per the guidance of His Holiness Sri 1008 Sri Subudhendra Teertha Sripadangalavaru. The ceremonies were led by the mutt’s senior manager, R.K. Vadeendracharya, along with priests Sri Krishnagunda Acharya, Sri Nandakishore Acharya and Gogi Ramachandra Acharya.

A Navagraha Homa formed part of the observances, with special prayers offered during the eclipse period. Scholar R. Vishnu, known for his expertise in rangoli art, created an intricate Navagraha mandala featuring Sri Lakshmi Narasimha, which was specially worshipped.

The rituals concluded with Poornahuti and Maha Mangalaarati. Devotees, sevas and staff of the mutt participated in the prayers, chanting and homa, seeking divine blessings for universal harmony and prosperity.

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Maternal Obesity Turns Silent Pregnancy Threat in Karnataka

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Maternal Obesity Emerges as Silent Pregnancy Risk in Karnataka, Warns Bengaluru Specialist on World Obesity Day

Parallel rise in gestational diabetes and pregnancy-induced hypertension reported across city hospitals

Bengaluru, March 3, 2026: Marking World Obesity Day, senior gynaecologist and infertility specialist Dr Vidya V Bhat, Medical Director of Radhakrishna Multispeciality Hospital, has raised a red flag over the growing prevalence of obesity among women in the reproductive age group, calling it a silent but serious threat to maternal and newborn health in Karnataka.

What was once considered largely an urban problem has now spread beyond city limits. “Two decades ago, obesity was mostly confined to metropolitan areas. Today, we see it just as frequently in semi-urban and rural Karnataka. Sedentary lifestyles, increased consumption of processed foods, irregular sleep patterns and high stress levels have become widespread,” she said.

Data from the National Family Health Survey (NFHS-5) indicate that nearly one in three urban women in Karnataka is overweight or obese. In Bengaluru, the trend is particularly evident among working women aged 25 to 39. Doctors across the city are simultaneously reporting a noticeable increase in gestational diabetes and pregnancy-induced hypertension-both closely linked to higher body mass index (BMI).

“What is particularly concerning is that many young women are showing early signs of metabolic syndrome even before their first pregnancy. That was uncommon earlier,” Dr Bhat noted. She emphasised that weight management must be viewed as a health priority rather than a cosmetic concern. “Preparing the body for pregnancy is as important as planning one’s career or finances. Even modest, sustained lifestyle changes can significantly improve outcomes.”

Higher BMI in women of reproductive age is associated with infertility, recurrent miscarriages, high-risk pregnancies and greater maternal complications. Obesity disrupts hormonal balance, often leading to irregular ovulation, insulin resistance and reduced egg quality.

Drawing from her infertility practice, Dr Bhat said even small weight reductions can make a measurable difference. “In several cases, women have conceived naturally after losing just five to ten per cent of their body weight. Sometimes, weight correction works better than medication,” she said.

Urban centres such as Bengaluru are also witnessing a sharp rise in gestational diabetes. Obesity, she explained, is among the strongest modifiable risk factors. During pregnancy, insulin resistance naturally increases-and in overweight women, this effect is amplified, raising the likelihood of diabetes and hypertension.

Maternal obesity is also contributing to higher Caesarean section rates. Obese women are more prone to prolonged labour, poor uterine contractions, larger babies and fetal distress-all factors that increase the need for surgical delivery.

Surgical risks are also higher. “Operating on obese patients can be technically challenging and is associated with increased risks of wound infections, delayed healing, excessive blood loss, anaesthesia-related complications, deep vein thrombosis and longer hospital stays,” Dr Bhat said.

Describing the issue as a “silent public health crisis,” she pointed out that obesity often progresses gradually and is normalised within families. “It is frequently overlooked until complications such as diabetes or hypertension emerge. We are seeing more ICU admissions related to complicated deliveries and high-risk newborns linked to maternal obesity,” she added.

The impact extends beyond a single pregnancy. Children born to obese mothers face a higher risk of obesity and metabolic disorders later in life, underscoring the intergenerational consequences.
Dr Bhat stressed the importance of pre-conception counselling, particularly for overweight women. Early intervention allows for weight optimisation, correction of thyroid imbalances, blood sugar control and nutritional improvement before conception. “A planned pregnancy is always safer, especially for women with higher BMI,” she said.

She also highlighted the crucial role families play in encouraging healthier lifestyles-promoting balanced home-cooked meals, discouraging overfeeding and supporting regular physical activity.

As obesity rates climb steadily across Karnataka, clinicians warn that addressing maternal health before conception may be key to safeguarding both mothers and the next generation.

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PTCL ಭೂಮಿ ಅನ್ಯಾಯಕ್ಕೆ ತೆರೆ ಬೇಕು: ಸರ್ಕಾರಕ್ಕೆ 10 ದಿನಗಳ ಗಡುವು

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ಬೆಂಗಳೂರು, ಮಾರ್ಚ್ 3:
ಪರಿಶಿಷ್ಟ ಜಾತಿ ಹಾಗೂ ಪರಿಶಿಷ್ಟ ಪಂಗಡಗಳ ಕುಟುಂಬಗಳ ಬದುಕಿನೊಂದಿಗೆ ಆಟವಾಡಲಾಗುತ್ತಿದೆ ಎಂದು ಆರೋಪಿಸಿ, PTCL ಕಾಯ್ದೆ ಭೂಮಿ ವಂಚಿತರ ಹೋರಾಟ ಸಮಿತಿ (ರಿ) ವತಿಯಿಂದ ಇಂದು ನಗರದ Press Club of Bangaloreನಲ್ಲಿ ಪತ್ರಿಕಾಗೋಷ್ಠಿ ನಡೆಸಲಾಯಿತು.

ಸಮಿತಿಯ ರಾಜ್ಯಾಧ್ಯಕ್ಷರಾದ ಪಿ.ಟಿ.ಸಿ.ಎಲ್. ಮಂಜುನಾಥ ಅವರು ಮಾತನಾಡಿ, ಸರ್ಕಾರದ PTCL ಕಾಯ್ದೆ ತಿದ್ದುಪಡಿಯ ನಂತರವೂ ಸಂವಿಧಾನದ ಆಶಯಗಳಿಗೆ ವಿರುದ್ಧವಾಗಿ ಲಕ್ಷಾಂತರ ಪರಿಶಿಷ್ಟ ಜಾತಿ ಮತ್ತು ಪರಿಶಿಷ್ಟ ಪಂಗಡದ ಜನರು ಅನ್ಯಾಯಕ್ಕೆ ಒಳಗಾಗುತ್ತಿದ್ದಾರೆ ಎಂದು ದೂರಿದರು. ಬದುಕು ಕಟ್ಟಿಕೊಳ್ಳಲು ಸರ್ಕಾರ ಮಂಜೂರು ಮಾಡಿದ್ದ ಜಮೀನುಗಳನ್ನು ಕಾನೂನುಬಾಹಿರವಾಗಿ, ನಯವಂಚನೆಯ ಮೂಲಕ ಕಬಳಿಸಲಾಗುತ್ತಿದೆ ಎಂದು ಅವರು ಆರೋಪಿಸಿದರು.

ಕಂದಾಯ ಇಲಾಖೆಯ ಕೆಲವು ಅಧಿಕಾರಿಗಳು-ಎಸಿ, ಡಿಸಿ ಸೇರಿದಂತೆ-ಸರ್ವಾಧಿಕಾರಿಗಳಂತೆ ವರ್ತಿಸುತ್ತಿದ್ದಾರೆ. ಸಂವಿಧಾನದ ಆಶಯಗಳನ್ನು ರಕ್ಷಿಸಬೇಕಾದ ನ್ಯಾಯಾಂಗದಲ್ಲಿಯೂ ಕಾಲಮಿತಿಯ ಆಧಾರದ ಮೇಲೆ ಅನ್ಯಾಯವಾಗುತ್ತಿದೆ ಎಂದು ಅವರು ಅಸಮಾಧಾನ ವ್ಯಕ್ತಪಡಿಸಿದರು. ಸಮಸ್ಯೆ ಪರಿಹರಿಸುವುದಾಗಿ ಭರವಸೆ ನೀಡಿದ ರಾಜ್ಯ ಸರ್ಕಾರ ಮೂರು ವರ್ಷ ಕಳೆದರೂ ಸ್ಪಷ್ಟ ಕ್ರಮ ಕೈಗೊಂಡಿಲ್ಲ ಎಂದು ಟೀಕಿಸಿದರು.

ಸರ್ಕಾರಕ್ಕೆ ಕೊನೆಯ ಅವಕಾಶವಾಗಿ 10 ದಿನಗಳ ಗಡುವು ನೀಡಲಾಗಿದೆ. ಈ ಅವಧಿಯಲ್ಲಿ ಸಮಸ್ಯೆಗೆ ಸಮಗ್ರ ಪರಿಹಾರ ಕೈಗೊಳ್ಳದಿದ್ದರೆ, ರಾಜ್ಯದ ಭೂಮಿ ಕಳೆದುಕೊಂಡ ಬಾಧಿತರು ಹಾಗೂ ಹಿರಿಯ ಹೋರಾಟಗಾರರ ಮಾರ್ಗದರ್ಶನದಲ್ಲಿ ಮತ್ತೊಮ್ಮೆ ಅಹೋರಾತ್ರಿ ಧರಣಿ ಸತ್ಯಾಗ್ರಹ ಹಮ್ಮಿಕೊಳ್ಳಲಾಗುವುದು ಎಂದು ಎಚ್ಚರಿಸಿದರು.

ಪ್ರಮುಖ ಬೇಡಿಕೆಗಳು:
PTCL ಕಾಯ್ದೆ ತಿದ್ದುಪಡಿ ಜಾರಿಗೆ ಸಂಬಂಧಿಸಿದಂತೆ ಕಂದಾಯ ಇಲಾಖೆಯ ಅಧಿಕಾರಿಗಳಿಂದ ನಡೆಯುತ್ತಿರುವ ಅನ್ಯಾಯವನ್ನು ತಕ್ಷಣ ಸರಿಪಡಿಸಬೇಕು. ನ್ಯಾಯಾಲಯಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ಕಾಲಮಿತಿಯಿಂದ ಉಂಟಾಗುತ್ತಿರುವ ಅನ್ಯಾಯವನ್ನು ನಿವಾರಿಸಬೇಕು.
2023ರ ತಿದ್ದುಪಡಿ ಬಳಿಕ ಉಂಟಾದ ಗೊಂದಲಗಳನ್ನು ಸ್ಪಷ್ಟಪಡಿಸಿ, ಪೀಡಿತರಿಗೆ ನ್ಯಾಯ ಒದಗಿಸಬೇಕು.
PTCL ಕಾಯ್ದೆಯ ಕಲಂ 3(1)(ಬಿ) ವ್ಯಾಪ್ತಿಯಲ್ಲಿ ಬರುವ ವಿವಿಧ ರೀತಿ ಇನಾಂ ಭೂಮಿಗಳು (ತೋಟಿ ನೌಕರ ಇನಾಂ, ನಿರಗಂಟಿ, ತಳವಾರಿ, ಕುಲವಾಡಿಕೆ), ಕಿಮ್ಮತ್ತು, ಜಿಎಂಎಫ್, ಭೂ ಸುಧಾರಣೆ ಕಾಯ್ದೆಯಡಿ ಮಂಜೂರಾದ ಭೂಮಿಗಳು, ಪ್ರತಿಕೂಲ ಸ್ವಾಧೀನ ಹಾಗೂ ಸರ್ಕಾರದಿಂದ ಮಂಜೂರಾದ ಎಲ್ಲಾ ವಿಧದ ಭೂಮಿಗಳು ಒಳಪಡುವಂತೆ ಸ್ಪಷ್ಟಪಡಿಸಬೇಕು; ಅಗತ್ಯವಿದ್ದರೆ ತಿದ್ದುಪಡಿ ಮಾಡಬೇಕು.
2023ರ ತಿದ್ದುಪಡಿ ಕಾಯ್ದೆಯನ್ನು ದುರ್ಬಳಕೆ ಮಾಡುತ್ತಿರುವ ಡಿಸಿ, ಎಸಿ, ತಹಶೀಲ್ದಾರ್, ಆರ್‌ಐ, ವಿಎ ಸೇರಿದಂತೆ ಕಂದಾಯ ಇಲಾಖೆಯ ಭ್ರಷ್ಟ ಅಧಿಕಾರಿಗಳ ವಿರುದ್ಧ ಶಿಸ್ತು ಕ್ರಮ ಕೈಗೊಳ್ಳಬೇಕು. ಸರ್ಕಾರದ ಮಂಜೂರಾತಿ ದಾಖಲೆಗಳನ್ನು ಸಂರಕ್ಷಿಸಿ ಸೂಕ್ತ ಕ್ರಮ ಜರುಗಿಸಬೇಕು.
ಸರ್ಕಾರದ ಪರ ವಾದಿಸುವ ಅಭಿಯೋಜಕರ ಬೇಜವಾಬ್ದಾರಿಯಿಂದ ಸಂವಿಧಾನ ಮತ್ತು ಕಾಯ್ದೆಗಳ ವಿರುದ್ಧ ಆದೇಶಗಳು ಹೊರಬರುತ್ತಿವೆ. ಇಂತಹ ಅಧಿಕಾರಿಗಳನ್ನು ವಜಾಗೊಳಿಸಬೇಕು.

ಪರಿಶಿಷ್ಟ ಜಾತಿ ಮತ್ತು ಪರಿಶಿಷ್ಟ ಪಂಗಡ ಸಮುದಾಯವನ್ನು ರಕ್ಷಿಸುವ ಹೊಣೆ ಸಮಾಜ ಕಲ್ಯಾಣ ಇಲಾಖೆಯ ಮೇಲಿದೆ. ಇಲಾಖೆಯ ವತಿಯಿಂದ ವಿಶೇಷ ನ್ಯಾಯಾಲಯ ಸ್ಥಾಪಿಸಿ, ಮೇಲ್ವಿಚಾರಣೆ ನಡೆಸಿ ನ್ಯಾಯ ಒದಗಿಸಬೇಕು.
ಈ ಆರು ಬೇಡಿಕೆಗಳೇ ಹೋರಾಟದ ಮುಖ್ಯ ಉದ್ದೇಶಗಳಾಗಿವೆ ಎಂದು ಮಂಜುನಾಥ ಅವರು ಸ್ಪಷ್ಟಪಡಿಸಿದರು.

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