Monthly Archives: December 2018

Mysuru, December 20, 2018: The Department of Computer Science, along with the Career Guidance and Placement Cell, at JSS College of Arts, Commerce and Science, BN Road, Mysuru, organized a special Industry-Academia Interaction program on December 17, 2018. The event focused on providing training and information to students on computing content creation and career paths.

The program featured Mr. Manjunath, Coordinator at LXL, and Ms. Farha Fathima from Microsoft, Bengaluru, who delivered a presentation and conducted a demo based on the theme “Computer Se Karo Computer Se Bhado.”

The trainers emphasized the importance of developing computing content creation skills, which can lead to numerous job opportunities, particularly in the field of education. They showcased practical tools and graph creation techniques that simplify complex theoretical concepts for both students and faculty. The presentation utilized the website computerbadho.com, and the trainers also provided insights into the latest features of Microsoft software products.

Prof. B.V. Sambashivaiah, College Chief Executive, presided over the program, with Prof. M. Mahadevappa, Principal, and Mr. Vidyashankara, Head of UG Computer Science, in attendance. The event witnessed the participation of over 400 students and staff members.

Kum. Arpitha Nadigar, a final year BCA student, warmly welcomed and introduced the guests, and also expressed gratitude during the vote of thanks.

Suttur, December 18, 2018:  Ravindra Katti, Deputy Programme Director at the Agriculture Department, emphasized the importance of farmers availing themselves of crop insurance and government schemes during adverse situations such as crop loss and natural calamities.

His remarks came during the ‘Special Awareness Programme’ on the Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bhima Yojana, organized by the Government of India’s Kshetra Janasamparka Kaaryalaya in association with JSS Mahavidyapeetha, Child Development Project, and Janashikshana Samsthe. The event took place at the ICAR JSS Krishi Vigyan Kendra in Suttur.

Katti highlighted the Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bhima Yojana as a lifeline for farmers, providing vital support during challenging times.

H.K. Manjunath, Chief Manager of the Suttur Branch of the State Bank of India, mentioned that more than 80 percent of farmers who have availed loans within the bank’s jurisdiction are covered under the crop insurance scheme.

Dr. T.C. Poornima, Senior Officer at Bharatiya Vartha Seve, expressed concern for the hardships faced by farmers and stressed the importance of utilizing the Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bhima Yojana to protect their interests.

Dr. Arun Balamatti, Chief Scientist and Head of JSS Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Suttur, highlighted the efforts being made by scientists to empower farmers through education, innovative discoveries, and cultivation methods that reduce losses.

The program was inaugurated by K.S. Linganna, President of Biligere Gram Panchayat, and attended by Zilla Panchayat member Sadananda. A.P. Ramesh, Director of Janashikshana Samsthe, Sudha, H.V. Divya, Dr. Satish M.C., and others were also present.

The event featured various competitions for women participants, a street play, and cultural programs organized by the Sangeetha and Nataka Division of the Government of India. Additionally, booklets providing information on government programs and other publications were released. A special jatha (rally) was held to raise awareness among villagers about the Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bhima Yojana.

Suttur, December 18, 2018: A street play and singing of songs to raise awareness about cleanliness were held in the Biligere Gram Panchayat as part of the fortnightly cleanliness drive organized by ICAR JSS Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Suttur.

A jatha (rally) was organized by ICAR JSS KVK in collaboration with the ‘Kshetra Janasamparaka Kaaryalaya, Government of India, Mysuru, to create awareness among villagers about maintaining cleanliness in their households and the village. The street play was enacted by a team of artists from the Sangeetha Nataka division.

As part of the Swachch Bharat Abhiyan, JSS ICAR Krishi Vigyan Kendra is conducting a cleanliness drive. A special program to create awareness about crop insurance was also held at the ICAR JSS KVK premises in collaboration with Kshetra Janasamparka Kaaryalaya, Mysuru, Child Development Project, Biligere Gram Panchayat, and Janashikshana Samsthe, Mysuru. The awareness jatha was organized by JSS KVK, while the street play was performed by the Ragaranjini Kala Tanda to raise awareness among villagers about the importance of cleanliness and an open defecation-free village.

In her introductory speech, Dr. T.C. Poornima, Deputy Director of ‘Kshetra Jansamparka Kaaryalaya’, explained the various programs of the Government of India, including the objective of the Fasal Bhima Yojana. Sri. Linganna K.S., President of Biligere Gram Panchayat, inaugurated the program. Resource persons Sri Ravindra Katti, Deputy Director of ATMA, Mysuru, and Sri Manjunath H.K., Manager of State Bank of India, Suttur Branch, provided detailed information about the crops covered by the crop insurance scheme and explained how to avail the benefits of the scheme. Smt. Sudha, Supervisor of the Child Development Department, highlighted various schemes available for women, including the ‘Mathru Vandane’ scheme.

Dr. Arun Balamatti, Chief Scientist and Head of ICAR JSS Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Suttur, advised farmers to utilize the benefits of the Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bhima Yojana.

As part of the Swachch Bharat Abhiyan, various competitions such as rangoli, quiz, and games were organized for women farmers at the ICAR JSS KVK premises. Prizes were distributed to the winners. A booklet on Fasal Bhima Yojana and four books of moral stories on cleanliness for children were released during the event.

Over 150 individuals, including farmers and others from surrounding villages, participated in the program. Sri. A.P. Ramesh, Director of Janashikshana Samsthe, welcomed the attendees. Smt. H.V. Divya, Scientist at ICAR JSS KVK, served as the compere, and Dr. Satish M.C., Scientist at KVK, delivered the vote of thanks.

Mysuru, December 18, 2018: The JSS Public School, J.P. Nagar, Mysuru, celebrated its 24th Annual Day, in the school premises on December 15, 2018.

The programme was inaugurated with the divine blessings of HH Jagadguru Sri Shivarathri Deshikendra Mahaswamiji. Dr. D Anand, Professor, Bahaddur Institute of Management Studies, University of Mysore, made the valedictory speech.

Smt. Rashmi Kaujalgi, Co-Editor – ANDOLANA News Paper, Mysuru, was the chief guest. Dr. T.N. Nagabhushan, Principal, SJCE, Mysore, presided over the function.

Principal Sri S.L Nagendra presented the annual report 2018-19 and Mrs. Sreelakshmi, CCA Coordinator, read out the CCA report.

School captain Ms. Gowri Chaithanya, of IXth Standard, welcomed the gathering and Vice-Captain, Master Chandru, IXth Standard, proposed a vote of thanks.

CCA prizes, sports prizes, prizes for academic excellence and prizes for CBSE toppers were given away by the guests.

The prizes for inter-high school classical duet dance competition and debate competition conducted during the ‘Manasadhara Fest’, on December 13th and 14th respectively were also given.

While the Tagore House bagged the Tagore House, Shasrti house won the sports trophy. Individual championship trophy for sports was also distributed.

Later the children of LKG to Xth Standards of the school presented a colourful cultural programme.

Mysuru, December 14, 2018: The JSS Public School J P Nagar, Mysuru, had organized an Inter-High School Debate Competition, as a part of the Manasadhara Fest, on December 14, 2018, in the school premises. The topic of the debate competition was, “Is brain drain a major threat to our national economic growth?”

Dr. C Naganna, renowned writer and visiting professor, University of Mysuru, inaugurated the function. Sri. Srinivas K Iyengar, Director, Public School Division, JSS Mahavidyapeeta, Mysuru, presided over the function. Sri S L Nagendra, the School Principal welcomed the gathering.

Speaking on the occasion, the chief guest admired the school’s divine ambience and soulful singing of the school’s choir. “Oratory has a definite purpose: that purpose is to achieve the greater good of the society. Oratory is never for its own sake. Command over the language must enable to speak the truth which is the ultimate goal,” he said.

He stressed that “a debater should speak not in favour of the powerful and mighty, he should always take the side of the weak and the voiceless people. He concluded his speech by quoting the poem of Khalil Gibran.

Later, Sri Sreenivas K. Iyengar in his presidential address said that it is not the fineness of the language that is most important but the way it is communicated humbly across the people.

Twenty schools actively participated in the competition. The participants exhibited their debating skills enthusiastically.

Two couples tied the knot at the monthly mass marriage programme held at Suttur Srikshetra. Duggahatti Sri Gangadharanathaswamy, Coordinating officers of the JSS Institutions and a few relatives of the couples were present on the occasion and blessed them.

Heads of various departments and physical instructors of the JSS High School, Suttur, seen with the students of the school who won second place in the district-level talent hunt competition.

Kollegal, December 12, 2018: Dr. N. Y. Srinivasaiah, Assistant Professor at the Kannada Department, P.E.S. College, Mandya, described Kuvempu as not only a great poet but also a social metaphor of literary origin and a pro-social and cultural thinker. He referred to Kuvempu as a “mountain of talent” during his special lecture on “Kuvempu – Literature and Life” at JSS Women’s College in Mysuru. The lecture was organized by the ‘Sahitya Sangama’ on the occasion of Kuvempu’s 115th Birth Anniversary.

Dr. N. Y. Srinivasaiah stated, “Kuvempu was a mountain of talent in the literary world, while Dr. Rajkumar was nothing less in the cultural sector. The exceptional talents of these stalwarts continue to remind us of their unique contributions. Kuvempu became a great poet through his ‘Mahakavya’ (epic poetry), whereas Da. Ra. Bendre became a great poet without contributing a ‘Mahakavya’. Kuvempu was the first Kannada poet to win the prestigious ‘Jnanapeetha Award’. Today’s youth should be educated about the pro-social thoughts of such great poets through lecture programs like this.”

In his presidential address, Prof. Umesh, Principal of JSS Women’s College, highlighted that Kuvempu was the first Kannada poet to receive the esteemed ‘Jnanapeetha Award’, and the program marked the 50th anniversary of this milestone. Prof. Umesh emphasized Kuvempu’s literary journey, which began with the publication of ‘Amalana Kathe’ when he was a student. He further acknowledged Kuvempu’s contributions as a lecturer, professor, vice chancellor, as well as the numerous prestigious awards he received, including the State Literary Academy award, Padmabhushana, Karnataka Ratna, Nadoja, Pampa, and Rashtrakavi. Kuvempu was also honored with D.Litt. degrees by several universities, making him a role model for all.

Prof. M. Basavaraju, Head of the Kannada Department, and Prof. Smt. Roopashri were present on the dais during the lecture. The event was attended by lecturers and students who actively participated in the program.

Suttur, December 13, 2018: The Paramapujya Jagadguru Dr. Sri Shivarathri Rajendra Mahaswamiji’s 33rd Punyaradhane was held at the Suttur Srikshetra on December 12, 2018. A special puja was held at the Shrine of Sri Rajendra Mahaswamiji, and Rudrabhisheka, Sahasra Bilwarchane, Ashtottara Bilwarchane, and Mahamangalaarathi were held at the other temples.

Bhoomi Puja was conducted to the Mantapas where the Adijagadguru Sri Shivarathreeshwara Shivayogi Mahaswamiji’s Jatra Mahotsav will be held from February 1 to 6, 2019, followed by the consultation meeting. It was decided to hold dasoha, various utasavs, mass marriage, drama, etc., as part of the Mahtosav. Detailed discussions were held in this regard, in the divine presence of Parampujya Jagadguru Sri Shivarathri Deshikendra Mahaswamiji.