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The globally-renowned Kidwai Memorial Institute of Oncology (KMIO), a premier cancer treatment centre in India, run by the Karnataka government, has achieved a historic milestone by successfully completing 1,000 robotic surgeries.

Kidwai was among the first few government hospitals to adopt robotic technology and has integrated the advanced Da Vinci robotic surgical system, achieving this remarkable milestone.

Among government institutions, Kidwai stands out as one of the few offering robotic surgery facilities.

Sharan Prakash Patil, Minister for Medical Education, Skill Development and Livelihood, stated on Friday that Kidwai’s accomplishment of completing 1,000 robotic surgeries is commendable.

“The hospital offers world-class cancer treatment at no cost or at affordable rates to patients. Adopting innovative medical technologies has enabled Kidwai to deliver high-quality care promptly,” he stated.

Over the past nine years, the use of robotic technology has made 1,000 surgeries possible, marking a historic achievement.

“Kidwai remains at the forefront of patient care, establishing itself as a leading cancer treatment centre in India and globally. The institute’s efforts and achievements are noteworthy,” minister Patil underlined.

Under the Ayushman Bharat Arogya Karnataka scheme, the institution has emerged as the hospital providing the highest number of treatments.

Kidwai is also recognised as the only super-specialty hospital offering extensive inpatient care.

Additionally, it houses Karnataka’s sole bone marrow transplant (BMT) unit, where both allogenic and autologous bone marrow transplants have been successfully performed.

A separate committee has been established to reduce treatment costs for families lacking BPL benefits or facing financial constraints. Kidwai has also decided to offer cashless treatment for KSRTC employees.

Developed by the U.S.-based Institute for Surgical Research, the Da Vinci Surgical System is an advanced robotic technology and Da Vinci Xi, the latest version, has been implemented at Kidwai.

The system consists of three components: The surgeon console, the patient cart and the vision cart.

Using the patient cart, robotic arms are deployed to perform surgeries with precision. The surgeon operates the system via the console, guiding the robotic arms to make small incisions and perform intricate procedures with the help of steel rods.

All surgical data is recorded and displayed on the vision cart’s LED screen, ensuring accuracy and monitoring.

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The main programme of the 76th Republic Day celebrations conducted by the district administration here on Sunday was marked by an impressive parade presented by the armed police.

The district in charge Minister H.C. Mahadevappa reviewed the parade and addressed the gathering after which there was also a cultural programme by children from various schools.

The parade comprised platoons from the police, KSRP, home guards, excise, scouts, guides, etc. The first prize in the marchpast among the armed forces was won by the city armed reserve (CAR) police, while the second and third prizes went to Vijayanagar police and home guards respectively.

Among the unarmed participants, NCC (Arm) cadets won the first prize, followed by excise, and Fire Services.

In the school division, the first prize was won by Bharat Seva Dal (girls) led by Yashaswini, while Police Public School (boys) led by Rishiraj came second, and third place was bagged by Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya (girls) team led by M. Lekhana.

The parade commander D. Sharanappa, Reserve Police Inspector of Sasanuru, KARP, Mysuru, won a special prize. Members of the police band which played patriotic numbers received a round of applause and won special prizes. Visually challenged students, who took part in the parade, got a special prize.

There was a cultural presentation by way of group dance by students of Baden Powel Public School who highlighted unity in diversity in which 200 students regaled the public. This was followed by a presentation of patriotic songs by 250 students of Maharshi Public School and another 10-minute presentation of patriotic songs by 200 students of Pramathi Public School.

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This first-of-its-kind integration of SAR and optical imagery addresses critical needs across sectors, including defence, agriculture, and disaster response.

Space start-up GalaxEye on Thursday announced the successful deployment of its GLX-SQ payload aboard ISRO’s PSLV Orbital Experimental Module (POEM) platform which was launched on December 30, 2024.

Ground-breaking leap

The start-up said that this milestone marks a groundbreaking leap in space technology, as it features the world’s first-ever fusion of Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) and optical imagery in orbit— a transformative achievement set to redefine remote sensing capabilities.

This first-of-its-kind integration of SAR and optical imagery addresses critical needs across sectors, including Defence, agriculture, and disaster response.

“By fusing these two technologies, the payload offers enhanced insights that go beyond the capabilities of traditional remote sensing methods. The ability to process and compress large volumes of data, converting analog signals into digital format in under 10 minutes, positions GalaxEye as a leader in delivering efficient, real-time solutions for real-world challenges,” it said.

Earth observation

Suyash Singh, CEO & co-founder of GalaxEye, said: “By fusing SAR and optical imagery in orbit, we’ve set a new benchmark for earth observation. This mission showcases our commitment to innovation and our ability to deliver fast, actionable insights for critical sectors like Defence, agriculture, and disaster response. It’s not just a technological milestone but the beginning of a journey to redefine the possibilities of remote sensing and space-based solutions.”

It added that GalaxEye is gearing up for Mission Drishti, a flagship multi-sensor satellite delivering all-weather, high-resolution imaging, reinforcing its reputation as a pioneer in shaping satellite technology for space exploration and practical earth applications.

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 Daiji Dubai, the forum of Konkani writers in the UAE after successfully celebrating its 25th anniversary with a grand event, ‘Daiji Rupyotsav’ at the Oud Metha Ballroom, Movenpick Hotel Dubai, on Sunday, October 27, 2024, is all set to make its silver jubilee celebration more colourful by organizing a equally grand event in Mangaluru on February 8 in St Sebastian Centenary Auditorium, Bendur at 5 pm.

‘Daiji Anniversary’, a high-profile and professionally managed entertainment programme, is considered as one of the prestigious Konkani events, patronized by a large audience every year in Dubai. It was a long pending wish of Daiji Dubai to celebrate its anniversary in Mangaluru and no better time will come than celebrating a mile stone of 25 years of existence. During the event, the Daiji Dubai Literary Award – 2025 will be presented to Fr Prashant Madtha a well-known Konkani writer and columnist.

The 25th anniversary celebration in Mangaluru promises to be bigger and better than ever. This evening also will be very special and ever remembering one with mesmerizing cultural sequences.The complete details will be out soon.

Dayan D’Souza Mukamar, convener of Daiji Dubai and Praveen Tauro Kulshekar, convenor of Daiji Dubai Mangaluru unit has earnestly requested the support of the Konkani community in Mangaluru through their presence and participation. Besides its cultural identity, ‘Daiji Dubai’ is also associated with many worthy social causes, motivating people and organizations worldwide.

Attendees are encouraged to mark their calendars and book seats with Daiji Members in Mangaluru to avoid last-minute disappointment. This is a free programme, hence all are requested to make sure to arrive on time to secure their seats.

About Daiji Dubai Literary Award – 2025 winner Fr Prashant Madtha

Born on September 6, 1947, in Sulia, Fr Prashant Madtha is a prolific writer with a literary career spanning over 40 years. He is the 11th of 13 children of Alexander and Magdalene Madtha. His body of work includes six books in Konkani, eight in Kannada, and two in English. His articles have been featured in prominent periodicals such as Raknno, Uzwad, Udayavani, Deccan Herald, and many other journals.

Fr Madtha gained immense popularity for his satirical and humorous columns such as Chakita Chitta, Kitalam, and Vally Padryab. In 2004, he published a dictionary containing 10,000 Konkani idioms through the Institute of Konkani.

Over the years, he has been honored with several prestigious awards, including the Kannada Rajyotsava Award, Sandesha Award, Bahrain Konkani Kutaam Award, and the Indian Catholic Press Association Award, among others. In 2008, India Today recognized him as one of the ‘50 Pioneers of Change in India’.

Fr Prashant Madtha’s contributions to Konkani literature extend beyond creative writing. He has significantly contributed to the growth of Konkani culture and literature through roles as a publisher, editor, and researcher and his involvement in dictionary projects.

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 A little educated woman dairy farmer of a village in Pandavapura taluk, Mandya district, has brought laurels to the State by bagging ‘Best Dairy Farmer’ Award at the South India Dairy Conclave held under the aegis of Indian Dairy Association, Southern Zone, at Bengaluru recently.

Mangalamma, wife of Mahadevappa of Dinka village in Pandavapura taluk, is the achiever.

Mangalamma, who along with agriculture, began rearing cattle with a single cow 20 years ago, now owns a Dairy Farm with more than 30 cows in her 2-acre land at Dinka, which speaks about her growth in dairy farming.

Mangalamma, who became a member of Dinka Milk Producers Co-operative Union, supplied 1,01,915 litres of milk in 2024, earning a gross revenue of Rs. 33 lakh.

In recognition of her achievement as a dairy farmer, the Indian Dairy Association awarded her the ‘Best Dairy Farmer’ Award at the Conclave, which was attended by Animal Husbandry Minister K. Venkatesh among others.

Apart from Mangalamma of Karnataka, Naveena Kumari of Andhra Pradesh, Vidhu Rajeev from Kerala and Lakshadweep, Pudhari Gangavva from Telangana and Selvanayaki from Puducherry got the award, from their respective States.

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