Program: Bhoomipooja of Hindu temple at Maryland, USA
Date: August 28, 2022, Thursday
Place: JSS Spiritual Mission, Gaithersburg, Maryland, USA
Suttur, July 16, 2022: The ICAR JSS Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Suttur, organized a live viewing of the 94th ICAR Foundation Day program, led by Union Agriculture Minister Sri Narendra Singh Tomar and Dr. Trilochan Mahapatra, Director, ICAR, in New Delhi.
During the event, Smt. Divya H.V., Senior Scientist and In-charge Head of JSS KVK, delivered a keynote address highlighting the history and establishment of ICAR. She also mentioned that the Union Agricultural Ministry is featuring success stories of 75,000 farmers across the country as part of the 75th Independence Day celebrations, including 110 success stories from farmers benefiting from ICAR JSS KVK support, which have been submitted to the Union Agriculture Ministry.
Former ZP member Sri Sadananda advised farmers to utilize renewable energy sources and adopt integrated crop management and organic manure practices to enhance their income. Renowned farmer and recipient of national awards, Srinivasamurthy from Siddanahundi, shared insights into various indigenous paddy varieties and how they contributed to his success as an agriculturist. He also emphasized the importance of organic farming.
Smt. Divya H.V. discussed the significance of seed treatment in integrated paddy management and maintaining a balance in chemical usage, light nutrients, and fertilizers. She also provided detailed information on dry seeders and mechanical sowing techniques.
Scientist Sri Shamraj elaborated on various renewable energy sources such as solar energy, wind energy, and water energy, highlighting how electricity can be generated using these methods. He also stressed the importance of limited use of petroleum and electricity.
The program witnessed the participation of JSS KVK assistants Rajanna and Kumaraswamy, along with 52 farmers from neighboring villages.
Mysuru, July 16, 2022: Recognizing the significance of cultural literacy, Dr. S.P. Umadevi emphasized the need for cultural awareness to complement academic knowledge. Speaking at the Cultural and Sports Competitions Prize Distribution program organized by the PG Department of JSS College of Arts, Commerce, and Science, she highlighted the role of society, culture, and traditions in knowledge sharing throughout history.
“Literacy is not just confined to books; it encompasses our society and culture. Our knowledge and development are intricately linked to our society and culture. To foster prosperity and progress, we must prioritize cultural awareness alongside academic education,” noted Dr. S.P. Umadevi.
As the chief guest, she urged students to embrace cultural richness and make the most of their time by acquiring knowledge and developing essential values. She encouraged them to focus on practical actions rather than mere words and avoid negativity and criticism of others. Dr. S.P. Umadevi also stressed the importance of nurturing human values, preserving relationships, and becoming practical heroes rather than merely seeking recognition.
In his presidential address, Prof. B.V. Sambashivaiah, CEO of JSS College, highlighted the evolving role of extracurricular activities in education. He noted that cultural and sports activities have become compulsory components of the curriculum under the National Education Policy 2020. Prof. Sambashivaiah emphasized that participating in cultural activities fosters leadership qualities, organizational skills, critical thinking, effective communication, ethical values, and other essential attributes. He also emphasized the significance of sports in strengthening both the body and mind.
During the event, winners of various cultural and sports competitions were honored with prizes, including special endowment prizes. The program began with an invocation by student Kum. Sannidhi and team, and it was masterfully conducted by Kum. Chaitra. Principal Prof. M.P. Vijayendra Kumar, Cultural Forum Convener Dr. M.P. Somashekar, and Sports Forum Convener Sri M. Kartik were present. The vote of thanks was delivered by Kum. E. Sahaja.
Suttur, July 16, 2022: The student association of JSS Residential School in Suttur was inaugurated today, marking the beginning of its activities. The event was graced by Smt. H.S. Bindya, District Officer of the Backward Castes’ Welfare Department, Mysuru, who inaugurated the student association.
In her address, Smt. Bindya acknowledged the significant contribution of JSS Educational Institutions in providing education to thousands of students. She emphasized the importance of extra-curricular activities in fostering the holistic development of students. Smt. Bindya encouraged the students to focus not only on academic achievements but also on developing good qualities and character. She emphasized the need for students to have a specific aim and purpose in life and to strive towards their goals to become responsible and productive citizens of the country.
The chief guest, Dr. Rudramurthy, Assistant Professor (Retd.) from SJCE, Mysuru, commended JSS Mahavidyapeetha for its remarkable contributions to the education sector, not only within the state and country but also internationally. He praised the institution for providing free education and empowering rural students with quality education. Dr. Rudramurthy expressed his hope that the student association would organize meaningful and useful programs to develop various skills in the students, including sports, science, communication skills, leadership qualities, discipline, culture, progressive thinking, and unity.
The heads of various departments of JSS Residential School, Suttur, along with Sri G.L. Tripurantaka, Sri Sampath, Sri Veerabhadraiah, Sri G. Shivamallu, Sri Ma.Gu. Basavanna, Sri G.M. Shadakshari, Smt. P. Susheela, Sri Mahadevaprasad, and others were present at the inauguration.
The program began with an invocation by the school students, followed by a welcome address by Smt. S.J. Sowjanya. Sri P. Chetan delivered the vote of thanks, and the program was skillfully conducted by Smt. B.P. Sheela.
Smt. H.S. Bindya, District Officer, Backward Castes’ Welfare Department, Mysuru, addressed the students after inaugurating the Students Association at the JSS Residential School, in Suttur. Dr. Rudramurthy, Asst. Prof. (Retd.), SJCE, Mysuru and Heads of various departments of the JSS Residential School, Suttur, are seen in the picture.
Mysuru, July 16, 2022: The Under Graduate Departments of Physics and Electronics at JSS College of Arts, Commerce and Science, Ooty Road, Mysuru, organized a one-day state-level seminar on ‘Nanotechnology’ on July 15, 2022. The seminar aimed to share knowledge about Nanotechnology with students and explore its diverse applications in interdisciplinary fields across science and engineering.
Dr. N Selvakumar, Principal Scientist at the Surface Engineering Division of National Aerospace Laboratories, Bengaluru, inaugurated the seminar. In his keynote address, Dr. Selvakumar highlighted the promising results that nanomaterials in the graphene family have shown in various scientific areas. He emphasized the importance of understanding the behavior of substances at the nanoscale when used for practical applications, as nanotechnology research is advancing rapidly and applicable in various aspects of life.
Prof. B.V. Sambashivaiah, Chief Executive of the college, presided over the inaugural program. He expressed his views on the enormous potential of nanomaterials in fields such as healthcare, information technology, energy, production, security, and aerospace. While the nano market is growing rapidly and nanotechnology has become a part of our daily lives, there are still unanswered questions regarding the impacts of nanomaterials on human health and the environment.
Following the inauguration, three technical sessions were conducted. In the first session, Dr. M. Selvakumar, Principal Scientist at the Surface Engineering Division of National Aerospace Laboratories, Bengaluru, shared his knowledge on “Graphene and its Derivatives for Photo-thermal Applications.” In the second session, Dr. N. Pradeep, Associate Professor at Mount Carmel College, Bengaluru, spoke about the “Fundamentals of Nanotechnology and Inspiration from Nature.” The third session featured Dr. Asha Shrinivasan, Assistant Professor at JSS Academy of Higher Education and Research, who discussed “Nanoscience – A Subject with Myriad Job Opportunities.”
The program began with an invocation by Ms. Rekha and her group. Prof. M.P. Vijayendra Kumar, the Principal, extended a warm welcome to the guests. Mr. G. Karthik, the Organizing Secretary of the seminar, proposed a vote of thanks. Dr. L. Vinay Kumar, the convener of the seminar, skillfully conducted the program. A total of 365 students and teachers attended the seminar, enriching their knowledge on nanotechnology.
Suttur, July 16, 2022: ICAR JSS Krishi Vignan Kendra, Suttur, organized a demonstration and training session on the new paddy variety KMP 220 and seed treatment techniques for farmers in Dankanayakanpura Village, T. Narasipur Taluk, Mysuru District. The event aimed to educate farmers about the benefits of seed treatment and introduce them to the high-yielding KMP 220 paddy variety.
Led by Smt. Divya H.V., Senior Scientist and Incharge Head of JSS Krishi Vignan Kendra, the session emphasized the significance of seed treatment in preventing diseases and reducing production costs. Smt. Divya explained the potential diseases that commonly affect paddy crops and highlighted how they can be mitigated through seed treatment. By investing a minimal amount ranging from Rs. 50 to Rs. 100, farmers can safeguard their crops, minimize yield reduction, and maximize overall productivity.
During the training, Smt. Divya also introduced the farmers to the newly released KMP 220 variety, which resembles the popular ‘Akki Jyoti’ variety but offers higher yields and demonstrates lower susceptibility to diseases. Developed by the Agricultural University, the KMP 220 variety holds promise for farmers seeking improved outcomes in paddy cultivation.
Cultivation Scientist Sri Shamraj from JSS KVK shared insights on cultivation methods, including the usage of drum seeders and herbicides, further enriching the knowledge of the participants. Additionally, Dr. Rakshith Raja, Veterinary Scientist, along with progressive farmers Chinnabuddhi, Mahadevappa, and 24 other farmers from the village, actively utilized the learnings from the program to enhance their agricultural practices.
The demonstration and training program received enthusiastic participation from the farming community, facilitating the dissemination of valuable information and empowering farmers with practical techniques to optimize their paddy cultivation.
Program: State-level seminar on Nanotechnology
Date: July 15, 2022, Friday
Time: 9.45 am to 10.30 am
Venue: JSS College of Arts, Commerce and Science, Ooty Road, Mysuru
Dr. R. Suresh, Guest Lecturer, Sanskrit Department, University of Mysore, delivering a lecture at a program held at the JSS Educational Institution in Suttur, organized by the Sanskrit Department, as part of Guru Poornima. Administrative Officer Sri S.P. Udayashankar and Heads of various departments of the school are seen in the picture.
JSS College of Arts, Commerce and Science, Ooty Road, Mysuru-25 is organizing a NAAC-sponsored Online Two Day National Level Conference on Teaching, Learning and Evaluation Methods: Traditional to Blended Approaches on 11 and 12 July 2022. The conference was inaugurated virtually by Prof. Ved Prakash, Former Chairman, of UGC, MHRD, New Delhi who in his keynote address expressed that understanding the philosophy of the subject is very important in order to know the progress of knowledge. A student before studying the subject/ course must know the importance, limitations, and learning aspects of that subject, and also they should compare it with other subjects so that they get a complete picture of the subject. He further emphasized that certain academic standards should be laid in higher education institutions to achieve success in teaching-learning and stressed that this has to be implemented as early as possible. To bring this into practice, such an approach is required which encompasses interest, scope, learning outcomes, pedagogical tools, and performance of students and teachers in the subject so that the real potential of every student can be measured. Finally, he called upon all the stakeholders to take the right decision at the right time to make the students to be ready to face the competitive world. This can be done effectively by incorporating specific values in teaching-learning.
Presiding over the inaugural program, Prof. G. Hemantha Kumar, Vice Chancellor, University of Mysore stressed the significance of NEP-2020 in the present-day scenario and how it is going to help students in the future to develop the skills and also to get employed. Continuing the speech, he said that by making in-person and online learning complementary, blended learning creates a truly integrated classroom where the needs of all types of learners can be met. Keeping students engaged, stimulated, and motivated also helps teachers to be more effective and make more significant gains with their students.
Ms. Yashaswini and the group rendered an invocation. Prof. B.V. Sambashivaiah, Chief Executive welcomed; Principal, Prof. M.P. Vijayendra Kumar proposed a vote of thanks. The IQAC Coordinator and Organizing Secretary Dr. N. Rajendraprasad compeered the program.
In the two day event, there will be five technical sessions by resource persons from different parts of the country to share their knowledge, namely, Prof. Vimal Rarh, Prof. A. Balasubramanian, Prof. Amita Pandey Bhardwaj, Dr. Vimal Jerald, Dr. Priya Narayan. On both days there will be oral presentations by the participants from different institutions.
Sri Prabhu Channabasava Swamiji of the Sri Motagi Math, Athani, addressing the students of the JSS Residential School, Suttur.
