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Hans India
06-07-2025
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- Hans India
Devotees Celebrate Tholi Ekadashi with Grand Processions and Special Pujas in Gadwal District
Gadwal: On the auspicious occasion of Ashada Shuddha Ekadashi, grand devotional celebrations were held at prominent temples in various parts of the district, drawing large numbers of devotees who participated in spiritual rituals and processions with great enthusiasm and devotion. Panduranga-Rukmini Procession at Ambabhavani Temple As part of the Tholi Ekadashi (First Ekadashi) celebrations, the Ambabhavani Temple witnessed a spiritually vibrant event. A special procession featuring the utsava (festival) idols of Lord Panduranga and Goddess Rukmini was held in a grand manner. The deities were ceremoniously taken out in a procession from Ambabhavani Temple to the sacred Jami Tree, accompanied by the chanting of bhajans and devotional songs by the devotees. After the holy darshan at the Jami Tree, the deities were respectfully brought back to the Ambabhavani Temple, where special pujas (rituals) were offered to Goddess Ambabhavani by devotees with utmost reverence. The air was filled with devotion as families and individuals offered prayers for peace, prosperity, and well-being. Special Pujas at Katakinda Thimmappa Swamy Temple Simultaneously, on the same holy day, Katakinda Thimmappa Swamy Temple also became a center of intense devotional activity. Devotees gathered in large numbers and participated in special pujas performed in honor of Lord Thimmappa Swamy. The temple premises echoed with sacred chants as rituals were performed with traditional fervor, invoking blessings during the spiritually significant Ekadashi period of the Ashada month. Significance of Tholi Ekadashi Tholi Ekadashi, which falls on the 11th day of the bright fortnight of Ashada month, is considered highly sacred in the Hindu tradition. Devotees believe that observing fast and offering prayers on this day absolves sins and brings divine blessings. The day marks the beginning of the Chaturmasya period — a spiritually intense four-month phase marked by devotion, penance, and religious observances. Both events reflected the deep-rooted faith and cultural richness of the region, as devotees, young and old, came together in unity and devotion to mark this holy day.
Time of India
22-04-2025
- General
- Time of India
Test of resilience: Two Karnataka doctors among 50 UPSC exam toppers
Bengaluru/Bagalkote: Two doctors from Karnataka figure among 50 toppers in UPSC Civil Services Examination 2024 , whose results were announced Tuesday. While Dr R Rangamanju from Bengaluru landed 24th rank, Dr Sachin Basavaraju Guttur , 29, from Kodiyaal village in Ranebennur taluk, bagged 41st rank. Dr Rangamanju's excellent performance came in his sixth and final attempt. Son of a retired IPS officer, Rangamanju's story is one of sheer perseverance. "I didn't get a rank in my first five attempts. But I kept going, and this time, I made it. My father served as IPS officer in Karnataka. After his demise, my mother's constant encouragement kept me focused," the 29-year-old said, adding that AI helped him indirectly in his preparation but didn't elaborate. Dr Guttur said he made it to the top 50 in his fourth attempt. He was not the one to give up after three unsuccessful attempts. "Consistency, dedication, support of my family and a good learning ecosystem made the difference. UPSC exam gives students from rural areas like me a genuine shot at greatness," he added. Bengalurean Anupriya Sakya, 25, who was chosen for IPS after clearing UPSC exam, has now landed 120th rank and is hopeful of realising her Indian Administrative Service (IAS) dream. "I started preparing during my final year of engineering. My father, a senior engineer in Karnataka government, used to speak passionately about IAS officers. Many of my friends' parents were in the service too. Their leadership inspired me," the Hesaraghatta resident said. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Gentle Japanese hair growth method for men and women's scalp Hair's Rich Learn More Undo Anupriya missed out in her first attempt in the interview stage and joined IPS in her second. Perseverance pays off for farmers' sons Two farmers' sons from Karnataka — Panduranga Sadashiv Kambli and Madhu A — have bagged all-India ranks 529 and 544, respectively. Panduranga's journey from Akkimaradi village in Mudhol taluk, Bagalkote district, is a shining example of education's power to transform lives. He began his schooling in a modest private primary school in Saidapur village, then went on to attend Navodaya School in Kulageri (Badami taluk) from class 6 to 10. He pursued PU (science) at a college in Konnur, near Rabkavi-Banahatti, and later earned an engineering degree from RVCE, Bengaluru. His UPSC journey, too, was a test of resilience. Panduranga cleared the prelims five times and made the cut after his third personality test attempt. Madhu from Iragasandra village in Kolar district cleared the exam on his fourth attempt without any coaching. Son of farmers Anandappa and Sushilamma, Madhu studied at a government school, then Jawahar Navodaya School in Chikkaballapur and holds a BSc in agriculture. Despite facing three interview rejections, he persisted with four years of self-study at home and mentor support — proving that discipline and dedication can beat all odds.
