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New Indian Express
2 days ago
- Science
- New Indian Express
Efforts on to bring tech facilities to Telangana govt schools, says Seethakka
MULUGU: Panchayat Raj Minister Danasari Anasuya alias Seethakka on Thursday stated that the state government was making efforts to bring technological facilities to government schools, especially in remote tribal areas. 'We aim to expand this initiative to all government schools with the help of voluntary organisations,' she said. The minister was addressing the gathering after inaugurating a new computer lab in the PM Shri Model School in Bandarupally village of Mulugu district. Emphasising the importance of integrating modern technology into the education system, she said that the students should not only gain knowledge through academics but also learn moral values and culture. 'In today's competitive world, computer and English language skills are just as important as subject knowledge. Without them, talent may not get the recognition it deserves,' she said. She said that the new computer lab, equipped with 10 computers, is aimed at facilitating digital learning and improving English skills of the students. Mulugu District Collector TS Devakar said that the computers were provided with support from Infosys Foundation.
Time of India
14-06-2025
- Health
- Time of India
Residential school is being developed for cancer affected students
Shivamogga: A special facility for child cancer patients is being set up. Education minister Madhu Bangarappa announced on Saturday the development of a residential educational facility for children undergoing cancer treatment. This collaborative initiative with NGOs and Kidwai memorial institute of oncology will support approximately 3,500 affected children requiring education during their medical care. The proposed facility will initially house 1,500 children, with accommodation provisions for their parents. NGO partnerships have been secured for project implementation, he told reporters. Meanwhile, the minister presented key accomplishments of his two-year tenure. He emphasised that educational results need substantial time to show impact. His department launched various initiatives including complimentary examinations, webcasting, and constitutional preamble instruction, despite facing criticism. He announced that 84,000 students completed their SSLC exams this year, and highlighted that while student registration remains strong, maintaining consistent attendance continues to be a key issue. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Pinga-Pinga e HBP? Tome isso 1x ao dia se tem mais de 40 anos Portal Saúde do Homem Clique aqui Undo The minister revealed Infosys Foundation's commitment to train 15,000 teachers across the state in skill-based and bilingual education methods. The foundation has also allocated Rs 200 crores for upgrading govt schools in the rural regions of Shivamogga. He assured to resolve DIET teachers' issues and evaluate bilingual education possibilities. Regarding McGann hospital, he confirmed plans to separate it from medical college to improve healthcare services. He also announced plans for establishing a separate district hospital in Shivamogga. Follow more information on Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad here . Get real-time live updates on rescue operations and check full list of passengers onboard AI 171 .
The Hindu
14-06-2025
- Health
- The Hindu
Minister: Residential school for cancer-affected children in Bengaluru from current academic year
Minister for School Education Madhu Bangarappa said the State government will open a residential school near the Kidwai Memorial Institute of Oncology in Bengaluru for the cancer-affected children from the current academic year. Speaking to reporters in Shivamogga on Saturday, Mr. Madhu Bangarappa said that the school would be set up to provide education and treatment for the cancer-affected children. The government had consulted a non-governmental organisation to submit an action plan, he said, adding that initially around 1,500 children could be accommodated. 'There were around 3,500 children with cancer in the State, and it could be cured with proper care and medication,' the Minister said. To improve the quality of teachers, the Minister said the government had contacted the Infosys Foundation to conduct training for 50,000 teachers, he said. Regarding the SSLC supplementary examination results, the Minister said that children of government schools performed better compared to those in private and aided schools. The idea of supplementary examinations had helped in stopping students from giving up studies. The government had given them the opportunity to take exams without paying a fee, he added. District Congress Committee president R. Prasanna Kumar and district guarantee schemes implementation authority president Chandra Bhoopal and others were present.
Time of India
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Prominent figures hail ‘triumph of Kannada's literary brilliance'
Bengaluru: Prominent figures across Karnataka have hailed the Booker Prize-winning efforts of Banu Mushtaq as a landmark moment for Kannada literature . Writer and Infosys Foundation founder-chairperson Sudha Murthy called the feat "a double win for every Kannadiga woman." Speaking to PTI Videos on Wednesday, she said, "I feel extremely happy. As an Indian, I am happy. As a Kannada person, I am very happy. As an author, I am very happy. And as a woman, I am even happier. She is a great writer and this is a great beginning. Let many people like her get the Booker Prize in different languages." Dalit litterateur and social activist Devanura Mahadeva congratulated both Banu and translator Deepa Bhasthi , saying, "The International Booker Prize came to the beauty and elegance of the Kannada language." He added, "Translation of literary works into English with originality is a challenge faced by all Indian languages. We need more and more translators like Deepa for this." Kannada Sahitya Parishat President Mahesh Joshi called the award "a new chapter in Kannada's literary history." He said, "This award proved the importance of quality translation of literary works into English. Banu Mushtaq created history with this award." by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Glicemia alta? Misture 1 gota disso no copo e teste Saúde Melhor Idade Veja agora Undo Joshi also announced a new translation initiative by the Parishat to bring Kannada literature to other languages. Retired judge Justice Nagmohandas described the win as "a moment of collective pride," stating, "This honour bestowed on Heart Lamp is a triumph of Kannada's literary brilliance. Banu and Deepa have carried the soul of our language to the world. Let this inspire a generation to cherish and contribute to our rich cultural legacy." Actor Shiva Rajkumar took to 'X' to offer his congratulations. "Your achievement of introducing Kannada literature on a global scale and attracting the attention of the world is a great contribution to Kannada literature and cultural heritage. I hope this honour will further strengthen the world of Kannada literature," he said. Activist and actor Chetan Kumar Ahimsa, a key advocate of gender equality and safety of women in the Kannada film industry, also hailed the recognition on 'X', calling it "a source of pride for Kannada and Karnataka." Several writers from Kannada and other languages also said the Booker Prize win for Banu has come as a breakthrough for Kannada literature, emphasising the importance of both original writing and quality translation in showcasing regional Indian literature on the global stage.
Indian Express
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Double win for Kannadiga women: Sudha Murthy on Banu Mushtaq winning Booker Prize
Infosys Foundation founder-chairperson Sudha Murthy on Wednesday said that Banu Mushtaq's Booker Prize 2025 — the first for a book originally written in Kannada — is a double win for every Kannadiga woman. Writer, activist and lawyer Mushtaq's short story collection 'Hridaya Deepa' (Heart Lamp) on Tuesday night became the first Kannada title to win the coveted GBP 50,000 International Booker Prize in London. 'I feel extremely happy. As an Indian, I am happy. As a Kannada person, I am very happy. As an author I am very happy. And as a woman, I am even more happy. She is a great writer and this is a great beginning. Let many people like her get the Booker Prize in different languages,' Murthy told PTI Videos. 'Heart Lamp', translated by Deepa Bhasthi, was described as 'a radical translation' that reshaped language and offered 'new textures in a plurality of Englishes' by the jury of The Booker Prize. Hailing from Hassan district of Karnataka, Mushtaq often said in interviews that she wrote to challenge chauvinistic religious interpretations of societal rules. Meanwhile, Karnataka's heartthrob, actor Namma Shivanna, aka Shiva Rajkumar, took to 'X' to convey his 'heartfelt congratulations'. 'Your achievement of introducing Kannada literature on a global scale and attracting the attention of the world is a great contribution to Kannada literature and cultural heritage. I hope that this honor will further strengthen the world of Kannada literature,' said Shivanna. Activist and actor Chetan Kumar Ahimsa, one of the key figures in pushing for equality and safety of women involved in the Kannada Film Industry, also posted his message for the author on 'X', noting that this recognition is a source of pride for Kannada and Karnataka. During her acceptance speech, Bhasthi paid tribute to the Kannada language by quoting an iconic line from a Kannada song, made immortal by Kannada film legend Dr Rajkumar. 'Jenin holeyo, halin maleyo, sudheyo, Kannada savi nudio', she said drawing a parallel between Kannada and a river of honey, a rain of milk, and sweet ambrosia. 'What a win this is for my beautiful language,' Bhasthi added. Not just Bhasthi, but Mushtaq's win–which comes 15 years after Aravind Adiga, another Kannadiga who won the Booker Prize for his 'White Tiger' in 2008–has made most Kannadigas beam with pride. Many also felt that this is not just a win for Kannada literature, but for every Indian language writer dreaming of global recognition. PTI
