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KARNATAKA: AGRICULTURE: Farmer Kumar of Puttur Taluk Sets World Record, Braves Bee Swarm For Agricultural Advancements
Hailing from Pernaje in Puttur Taluk, Dakshina Kannada District, Kumar engages in agriculture, primarily betel nut cultivation, and has included beekeeping as his main source of income. Despite the challenges involved in handling and separating queen bee families, Kumar indulges in the unique practice of braving a swarm of bees in his beard and moustache to set a Guinness World Record.
Kumar in Pernaje collects beehives from his garden and takes them home, caring for them in special boxes. He sets up and shares bee colonies generously with those who need them. Kumar sees valuable life lessons in observing these social creatures, finding their intricate workings a unique insight into agriculture.
Farmer Kumar, hailing from Puttur taluk in Dakshina Kannada district, garners recognition for his innovative initiatives. Following the development of a new machine for pest control in monkeys, he introduces a low-cost beehive, underscoring his dedication to inventive farming solutions.
Residing on a small plot in his name, he is a dedicated farmer and a progressive agriculturist cultivating various crops such as groundnut, coconut, banana, black pepper, coffee, and honey. Innovating his farming equipment, he initially introduced a simple technique for dispensing medicine to his nut plantations by standing under a tree.
To ward off monkeys from his plantations, he built a firecracker gun inspired by the Kovi. Currently, he has unveiled a novel approach for his beekeeping by-product. Shifting away from traditional wooden construction, he prioritises durability by employing cement sheets to craft beehive boxes.
A wooden honey box, priced between Rs 3 and Rs 3,500, faces competition from the more affordable cement sheet, costing only Rs 1,000. The cement boxes, apart from being cost-effective, are resistant to termite and ant issues prevalent in their wooden counterparts. He asserts that these cement boxes demonstrate resilience against rainwater, especially during the monsoon season.
Back in 2020, Nature MS, a beekeeper, set a world record by spending over four hours with his head entirely covered in bees. According to Guinness World Records, the 24-year-old accomplished this feat, lasting four hours, 10 minutes, and five seconds to secure the record.
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INTERNATIONAL : KARNATAKA: ‘Gadinada Ratna’ Award conferred on multifaceted Social Entrepreneur Joseph Mathais, Dubai
During the second anniversary celebration of Dubai Gadinada Utsava on December 10, Gadinada Academy UAE bestowed the esteemed Gadinada Ratna award upon Joseph Mathais, a NRI entrepreneur, versatile social worker, singer, and actor. The award was presented by Basavaraj Horatti, the speaker of Karnataka Vidhan Parishad, in a ceremony held at the Woodlem Park School Auditorium.
Presiding over the colourful event was Sarvotham Shetty Abu Dhabi.
Distinguished guests of honour included former Karnataka Chief Minister D V Sadananda Gowda, Rajya Sabha member Dr L Hanumanthaiah, and Manjeshwar Lok Sabha member A K Ashraf.
Joseph Mathais, the recipient of the Gadinada Ratna award, is the founder of Merit Freight Systems, with business branches in the Gulf and India. Known for his extensive social contributions, Mathais has created job opportunities for numerous individuals. He is also recognized for initiatives such as providing uniforms to school children, sarees and dhotis to senior citizens, bicycles to the self-employed, sewing machines, and medical aid to the needy through the Ashoknagar Yuvaka Sangha, an organization awarded on Karnataka Rajyotsava.
Beyond his business endeavours, Joseph Mathais, a prominent singer and actor, has sponsored cultural programmes in Konkani, Kannada, and Tulu held both in India and abroad.
His dedication to social causes has earned him various accolades, including the Mayoora award from Sharjah Kannada Sangha and the Vishwa Kannadiga award from Gulf Kannadigara Sangha. Mathais continues to be a significant contributor to both the cultural and philanthropic landscape.
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KARNATAKA: INFRA-STRUCTURE: 130-m Floating Bridge in Murudeshwara can hold 110 people
Visitors can now venture into the sea by just walking on water. Surprised? The longest floating bridge has come up at Murudeshwar.
To provide a better view of Murudeshwara temple and the sea, an ocean adventure firm that organises scuba diving and other events at Murdeshwara has built a floating bridge.
Many people stay away from water due to fear of getting drowned. There have also been several instances when the tourists have been washed away.
Visitors can now venture into the sea by just walking on water. Surprised? The longest floating bridge has come up at Murudeshwar.
The bridge, measuring 130 metres in length, floats in the Arabian Sea and is constructed to give a glimpse of the massive Shiva statue and the Murudeshwar temple from the middle of the sea. “This is the third such floating bridge in the country. The other two are in Malpe and Kerala,” Ganesh Harikantra, founder and head of Ocean Adventure told TNIE.
He said this bridge was planned three years ago but had to be delayed due to Covid-19 pandemic. “We had thought of it in 2019 but gave up the idea after the outbreak of Covid 19. This is for those scared to venture into the sea in boats,” said Ganesh.
“The bridge has a viewpoint which can provide a clearer view of the sea and the temple. People who want to see the sunset can do so using this. This bridge can hold 110 people at a time, 100 tourists and 10 lifeguards who accompany the tourists. This being an all-weather bridge, it will remain undetached even during the rough sea days,” explained Ganesh.
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INTERNATIONAL / KARNATAKA: Bengaluru girl Veruschka Pandey showcases her skills at UN summit
Further, she stated that it is our responsibility to save people from untimely death by educating them about CPR.
A tenth grader from Bengaluru showcased her skill at the 1-Million 1-Billion (1M1B) summit held at the United Nations recently.
Veruschka Pandey, a youth changemaker from The International School, Bengaluru participated in the 1M1B Activate Impact Youth Summit held at the United Nations. It was hosted by the 1M1B Foundation on November 30 in New York. She presented her project Surya Nayak, which showcased her contribution to the implementation of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in India.
Veruschka has been working on giving CPR training to ASHA workers, bus drivers, factory workers and security personnel in Bengaluru and other parts of Karnataka. She has been creating awareness, spreading information and training people.
“I not only want to create awareness but a mass movement among health workers and the Indian youth to achieve the SDGs by 2030,” she said at the summit, adding that our hearts are like vessels that have space for empathy, love and life. Further, she stated that it is our responsibility to save people from untimely death by educating them about CPR.
Her thoughts and works were also showcased through a documentary ‘Heart is a Vessel’ at the UN, followed by a panel discussion that included her mentor Manav Subodh and Amit Madheshiya, an award-winning movie maker at the Cannes Film Festival. A documentary on Veruschka by Madheshiva was also screened at the event.
PR/ Ambassador Ruchira Kamboj met the youth changemaker at the Permanent Mission of India, where she engaged on a broad spectrum of issues, including Agenda 2030 and SDG implementation in India.
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INTERNATIONAL / KARNATAKA: US firm Waters Corporation opens Global Capability Center in Bengaluru with $16 mn investment
US firm Waters Corporation, an analytical laboratory instrument and software company, inaugurated its new Global Capability Center (GCC) in Bengaluru’s RMZ Ecoworld technology park on Wednesday.
The new $16 million facility will employ more than 300 for roles enabling leading-edge software engineering, technology and product development, data analytics, and IT.
“India continues to be one of our fastest growing markets and a key location for the talent that we need to drive global customer success and innovation forward,” Waters Corporation President and CEO Udit Batra said.
“The Waters India GCC is an integrated extension of our global team, serving as a centre of excellence across areas such as software engineering, technology and product development. This is an exciting day for Waters as the future holds many possibilities.
“Opening the Waters GCC is a significant milestone for our team in India. We chose Bengaluru because of the availability and depth of talent, the friendly business environment, and its close proximity to our customers,” Waters India Pvt. Ltd General Manager T. Anilkumar said.
“Our GCC in Bengaluru will allow us to access and develop exceptional talent within Waters to accelerate our technological capabilities, operational excellence and productivity in support of our customers in India and around the world,” he added.
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NATIONAL / KARNATAKA: HEALTH & MEDICAL & NURSING SCIENCES: Dr P Suba Sooria takes part as resource person in national meet on forensic nursing science
Dr P Suba Sooria, head of Nursing Services, Kasturba Hospital Manipal participated as a resource person in the INPAFNUSCON national conference organised by The IQ City Institute of Nursing Sciences, Durgapur, West Bengal.
The 9th National Conference of INPAFNUS (Indo Pacific Academy of Forensic Nursing Science) 2023, which took place on November 6 and 7. Dr. Suba Sooria, a renowned figure in the field of forensic nursing, delivered an insightful presentation on the theme of “Forensic Nursing: Challenges and Issues of Forensic Practices in Nursing Profession in India”.
Her contribution provided valuable perspectives on the integration of forensic nursing practices in clinical settings and its importance for future academic curricula.
The conference brought together nursing professionals from across the nation to discuss the challenges and advancements in forensic nursing. It was aimed at enhancing the knowledge and skills of nurses to enable them to respond effectively to the increasing demands of forensic services in healthcare.
“We are incredibly honoured to have had Dr Suba Sooria share her extensive knowledge and experiences with us,” said Dr Avinash Shetty, medical superintendent, Kasturba Hospital, Manipal. “Her insights have not only contributed to the success of the conference but have also inspired many nursing professionals to explore the vital field of forensic nursing.”
Dr P Suba Sooria was felicitated on the occasion for her invaluable contribution as a resource person. This symbolises gratitude and recognition of her efforts to advanced nursing practices.
source/content: daijiworld.com (headline edited)