Sir, The people of Karnataka are watching the drama of the intense haggling between the Congress and JD(S)  over money-spinner portfolios. Every party promises honest and transparent governance during their election campaign but once they form the government they seem to forget their poll promises. If any party worth its salt is keen on giving…

Sir, It was really a heart-touching article by Ballal titled “Time for Family” (SOM dated May 17). More than the article, the impact of the reaction by Dr. Shankar Gopinath was more touching (SOM dated May 25). In today’s life, we have forgotten the meaning of “spending quality time with family.” We have time for…

Sir, This is with reference to the recent news item in SOM titled Helmetless rider trying to escape from Police injured. It is time we citizens understood that respecting traffic laws is our DUTY and BELIEVE that they are made keeping the safety of us motorists in mind and not to trouble us. We are…

Sir, The University of Mysore is one of the oldest and best Universities in India. We are all proud of such an institution being in Mysuru. I happened to visit Manasagangothri campus last week. I went near the Buddha statue next to PG Hostel. A Circle has been created and at the centre the statue…

Sir, Traffic violations are happening everywhere in Mysuru city. Signal jumping is very common practice in all circles. In addition to this, driving on one-way lane is also a major problem. Police only catch hold of helmet violators. They are not bothered to catch other violators even if violation happens in front of them. Police…

Sir, This has reference to your recent Editor’s Bottomline on starvation. I fully appreciate the excellent information you have shared with the readers. As stated, fasting not only helps to lose weight but also improves health and increases one’s longevity. There is a lot of Science in intermittent starving. Nutrition Science says that oxygen-free radicals…

Sir, I was really touched to read N.K.A. Ballal’s article titled “Time for Family” in SOM dated May 17. Tears started to flow over my cheeks. Little more than eight years ago, I called my father in Mysuru. It was in the month of November 2009 to be precise. He said, “I want to hand…

Sir, Of late, we observe good number of patients waiting for doctors at clinics, both general practitioners and specialists. Most of the patients are senior citizens with degenerative ailments. Only a few doctors keep-up their appointments while others are not able to maintain appointments due to their pre-occupation. As a result patients are made to wait…

Sir, I wish to bring to the notice of the authorities concerned about the misuse of the corridors of K.R. Hospital premises that also houses the prestigious Jayadeva Heart Hospital. Inside the corridor of Jayadeva one can find hundreds of cardiac patients and their families waiting for the doctors anxiously. Unfortunately, some employees  are creating…