By M.T. Yogesh Kumar On International Women’s Day-2025, we celebrate the dedication of women whose tireless service in clinical laboratories makes a lasting impact. As the call for gender equality grows stronger, women continue to shatter barriers, excelling alongside men in every field. The realm of medical services is no exception, with women playing a…
By Ashvini Ranjan A day after my article titled ‘Kumbh Mela: Beyond the Holy Dip’ appeared in SOM dated February 27, 2025, I received a surprising phone call. A friend, with a hint of concern, asked if I had managed to find my wife at Prayagraj (UP). I chuckled, thinking it was a joke. But…
After a brief stint in teaching, Mysurean Akshata Ganesh passionately follows her dream of acting and cinema By S.N. Venkatnag Sobers She is a shining example of a woman achieving her dream of becoming an actress while balancing her roles as a teacher, wife and mother. Having established herself as a successful English teacher at…
By B.N. Ramya Ageing is natural and inevitable, but ageing healthily is a choice. In today’s world, where nuclear families have become the norm, many elderly individuals find themselves in Day Care Centres or left alone as younger generations pursue their ambitions. Beyond financial security, seniors need care, companionship and psychological support to live their…
Mysuru’s woman tender coconut vendor defies financial odds through resilience By S.P. Nanjappa On International Women’s Day (Mar.8), we celebrate stories of courage, perseverance and self-reliance — qualities that define Nagamma, a 60-year-old roadside tender coconut seller in Mysuru city. From facing personal loss to becoming a successful entrepreneur, she has carved her own path…
Zoo deploys stringent health protocols, surveillance, rapid response team to tackle bird flu threat As temperatures soar, the Chamarajendra Zoological Gardens, popularly known as Mysuru Zoo, has stepped up its efforts to ensure the well-being of its animals by implementing various measures to mitigate heat stress. With a focus on hydration, cooling systems and dietary…
Dr. Kripa Phadke empowers through dance, passes on fine arts to future generations By S.N. Venkatnag Sobers Dance is more than an art form — it is an expression of culture, tradition and human emotion. Bharatanatyam, one of India’s most revered classical dance forms, is a synthesis of rhythm, story-telling and devotion that has been…
By Dr. C.G. Narasimhan Title: ‘Cricket Jagattu Mattu Allina Amogha Ghaligegalu’ Author: E.R. Ramachandran Year: 2025 Pages: 240 Price: Rs. 300 Publisher: New Wave Books Cricket in India has become a household name with great excitement and euphoria more so if our boys and girls do well and win a match and tournament. It…
Mysuru’s woman mechanic powers ahead By M.B. Pavan Murthy On International Women’s Day, stories of resilience and determination shine a light on women who step beyond societal norms. One such trailblazer is Sumithra Raju, Mysuru’s two-wheeler mechanic, proving that no field is off-limits for women. For the past four years, Sumithra has been repairing scooters…
By Sadhguru – Founder, Isha Foundation In the Indian culture, there was a time when there used to be a festival every day of the year — 365 festivals in a year — because a festival is a tool to bring life to a state of exuberance and enthusiasm. That was the significance and importance…
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