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Hans India
2 days ago
- General
- Hans India
10th-century Kannada, Tamil inscriptions; hero stones found in Chamarajanagar farm
Chamarajanagara: A significant archaeological discovery has come to light in Yanagumba village of Chamarajanagar taluk, where 10th-century inscriptions and hero stones (Veeragallu) engraved in both Tamil and Kannada scripts have been found on farmland belonging to a local farmer, Manjunath. Speaking about the find, Manjunath said the inscriptions were discovered buried in his land and its surroundings while farming activities were underway. Notably, the Kannada inscriptions refer to the village as Yeramagumba, while the Tamil inscriptions mention it as Yeramaigumba. Another nearby village, present-day Melur, is referred to as Moluru in the inscriptions, which also reveal that cattle rearing was once prevalent in the region. Dr. Anil Kumar, an epigraphist with the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), shared insights on the discovery: 'One inscription records a land grant. Another narrates how a man named Kesanna was killed fighting bravely while trying to stop cattle theft, with a local hero named Kaala of Yeramagumba defending the herd. A Tamil inscription mentions a warrior named Kolan, son of Munivar Kandaachari. Another inscription bears royal symbols such as an umbrella and horse, though the text is partly unclear and will need further study. Tamil epigraphy expert Dr. Balamurugan is also working on these, alongside our team members Nagendra and Gaurav.' The ASI team has begun a detailed examination of the inscriptions and hero stones. The farmer, Manjunath, further revealed that a small Shiva temple, which had long been hidden by fencing and undergrowth, was also uncovered on his land along with the inscriptions. 'These valuable inscriptions and hero stones must be preserved properly. I urge that more research be conducted in our village and surrounding areas to protect this historical heritage,' Manjunath said. Turugolu inscriptions are epigraphs that specifically mention cattle and livestock. They often record incidents of cattle raids, conflicts over cattle, or battles fought to protect them. The newly found hero stones at Yanagumba are classic examples, shedding light on the socio-economic life and valor of local heroes during that period. The discovery is expected to add valuable insights to the history and heritage of Karnataka's border region with Tamil Nadu.
Time of India
7 days ago
- Time of India
Man loses Rs 20k in loan fraud
Udupi: A man alleged that he lost Rs 20,848 after falling prey to a loan fraud. In a complaint, Manjunath said on June 6, he received a call from a person who introduced himself as Satyaprakash Kaushal from Dhani Finance. The caller claimed that he could offer a personal loan. When the complainant said he needed a loan of Rs 1 lakh, the accused asked him to send his Aadhaar card, PAN card, and bank passbook via WhatsApp. After Manjunath shared the documents with the accused's WhatsApp number, the accused informed him that a loan of Rs 1 lakh was approved. He was then asked to deposit some money into the accused's account to cover loan processing charges. The complainant transferred Rs 2,850 through Google Pay to the scanner code sent by the accused. He was then told to pay Rs 5,999 as GST, to which he responded by transferring Rs 6,000. The accused then claimed that Rs 1 was overpaid and asked him to send an additional Rs 4,999. On June 7, the complainant sent the amount. Later, he received a message saying that Rs 1,02,000 was approved as a loan. The accused then demanded a "waiting charge" of Rs 6,999, which Manjunath allegedly paid via Google Pay. After this final payment, the accused switched off his phone, and the loan amount never got credited to the complainant's account. A case has been registered at Byndoor police station under sections 318(4) of the BNS and sections 66(C) and 66(D) of the IT Act. Woman falls victim to OTP scam, loses Rs 40,500 A woman has fallen victim to an OTP scam, losing Rs 40,500. In a complaint, Shubha, 46, stated she was purchasing items through an e-commerce company app for the past two years. She previously placed an order for kitchen-related items on the app, but although the order was cancelled automatically, the refund was not processed. On June 18, at 11.38am, she called company's customer care number. While she was speaking, the call got disconnected. Soon after, she received a call from an unknown person who claimed to be the representative of the e-commerce company. He told her that he would process the refund to her account. Believing this, the complainant shared an OTP with the caller. Following this, Rs 40,500 was fraudulently transferred from her bank account. A case has been registered at Udupi Town police station under Section 318(2) of the BNS and Section 66(D) of the IT Act.
Hans India
19-06-2025
- Politics
- Hans India
Support from Hindu outfits boosts DK Shivakumar's Cauvery Aarti project
Mandya: The government's ambitious Cauvery Aarti and KRS Amusement Park project, spearheaded by Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar, continues to face stiff resistance from farmer groups, progressive activists, and sections of the opposition. However, in a significant turn of events, prominent leaders of Hindu organizations have now thrown their weight behind the initiative. While protests erupted recently after the government began groundwork on the Cauvery riverfront development, the latest endorsement from Hindu leaders has shifted the narrative, offering political backing to Shivakumar's dream project. Speaking to the media, Manjunath, State Vice-President of a federation of pro-Hindu groups, lauded DK Shivakumar and Minister Cheluvarayaswamy for conceptualizing the Cauvery Aarti. 'We stand by the Congress government on this issue. We want a unique and culturally significant Cauvery Aarti, different from the Ganga Aarti,' he said. Interestingly, the same Hindu groups have warned the government against abandoning the project due to pressure from farmer unions and progressive activists. 'If the government backs down due to protests by fake, self-serving activists, we will launch a counter-movement,' Manjunath cautioned. Despite opposition from leaders like HD Kumaraswamy—who publicly criticized the proposed Rs100 crore expenditure for the project—the Hindu leaders argue that the initiative promotes cultural heritage, boosts tourism, generates employment, and uplifts the local economy. 'Even if the cost exceeds Rs200 crore, the Cauvery Aarti must be executed. This is a symbol of our tradition and pride,' Manjunath insisted, urging the government to ignore opposition and proceed with the plan.
Deccan Herald
18-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Deccan Herald
Poornachandra students perform eco-theatre on streets
Students of Poornachandra Public School, Channarayapatna, marked World Environment Day with a dramatic public awareness campaign. Dressed as the earth, sky, rivers, wild animals, and trees, students took to the streets in a symbolic march, warning of the dangers of deforestation, pollution, and unchecked urbanisation. They staged a street play at the town bus stop, urging citizens to grow trees and protect nature for future generations. Their metaphor-driven performance portrayed a planet suffering from plastic overload and vanishing greenery, and received heartfelt appreciation from the public. School heads Dhanalakshmi and Manjunath spoke about the urgent need to preserve the environment.
Time of India
16-06-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Consul General urges diaspora youth to become 'natural diplomats' for India-US partnership
Live Events Consul General of India in Houston, D. C. Manjunath, has urged the next generation of the Indian diaspora to become "natural diplomats" for the India-US partnership Delivering the keynote address at the 2025 NextGen Hindu Youth Leadership Convention, held at Sri Meenakshi Temple in Pearland, Texas, on Saturday, Manjunath said, "You are the bridge between ancient wisdom and modern innovation."Highlighting India's growing impact on the global economy - from technology and pharmaceuticals to space and digital infrastructure - he encouraged the next generation to remain rooted in their cultural identity while playing a vital role in deepening India-US also praised the Hindu American community for serving as a living bridge between the world's two largest democracies.(Join our ETNRI WhatsApp channel for all the latest updates)The event brought together more than 600 attendees - including nearly 300 youth - for a day devoted to leadership, cultural identity and civic by the Sri Meenakshi Temple Society in collaboration with national Hindu organisations, the day-long convention embraced the theme "Resilience Through Dharma: Shaping Leaders for Tomorrow."The Indian Consulate curated a special exhibition on 75 Years of the Indian Constitution, reinforcing India's democratic values and the importance of civic awareness.
