Media like VB that fearlessly tells truth need of hour, says Dr Channabasavanand Swamiji
Bidar: In today’s climate, it is difficult for any newspaper to boldly convey truth to society. That is why media houses like Vartha Bharati, which continue to publish honest and essential news without fear, are needed now more than ever, said Sri Dr Channabasavanand Swamiji of Bengaluru’s Channabasaveshwar Jnanapeetha.
He was speaking at a gathering of readers, viewers and well-wishers at Hotel The Krishna Regency in Bidar, held to mark the launch of Vartha Bharati’s Kalyana Karnataka edition from Kalaburagi.
Swamiji said Vartha Bharati deserves wider reach in the Kalyana Karnataka region. In times when many media houses face pressure and temptations, a newspaper that stands firm, independent and committed to truth is crucial, he said. He also noted with concern that it has become increasingly difficult to share truth with society and that both the media and the judiciary must remain independent.
Bidar University Syndicate member Vittaldas Payage said Vartha Bharati stands at the forefront of Kannada media committed to delivering factual news to people. He welcomed the paper’s entry into Kalyana Karnataka.
Dr Sanjeevkumar Ativalle, member of the Karnataka Border Area Development Authority, said Vartha Bharati has been playing an important role in promoting rational thought and countering superstition in the state.
Vartha Bharati’s editor-in-chief Abdussalam Puthige said the paper has continued to stand firm without bowing to any corporate influence. He said Vartha Bharati has consistently raised people’s issues before the government without fear.
Labour leader Baburao Honna urged people to support the newspaper and said Bidar and the entire region welcomes Vartha Bharati’s presence.
The Kalyana Karnataka edition of Vartha Bharati will be formally released on December 20 at 10.30 am at S M Pandit Rangamandira in Kalaburagi.
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Former India hockey coach Michael Nobbs dies
Melbourne (PTI): Former Australian hockey player Michael Nobbs, who coached the Indian men's team at the 2012 London Olympics, has died after a prolonged illness.
He was 72 years old and is survived by his wife Lee Capes, a former Australian women's international and daughter Kaitlin, who is a current Hockeyroos star.
"Hockey Australia extends its deepest condolences to Michael’s family, friends, former teammates, players and all those whose lives and careers were shaped by his contribution to hockey. He will be remembered as a proud Kookaburra, a respected professional, and a servant of the sport," Hockey Australia said in a statement.
Nobbs represented Australia as a defender, playing across the half-back line and at fullback, and was renowned for his reliability, fitness and professionalism. He earned 76 international caps for Australia between 1979 and 1985, scoring one goal, and was a member of one of the strongest eras in Australian men’s hockey, said Hockey Australia on its website in its tribute.
Nobbs was an integral part of the Australian teams that competed at the 1981 Hockey World Cup in Bombay and the 1984 Los Angeles Olympics.
While part of a generation widely regarded as one of Australia’s finest, he consistently held his place through hard work, discipline and trust earned from teammates and coaches, Hockey Australia wrote.
Nobbs took over the coaching of the Indian men's team in 2011 after it had failed to qualify for the Beijing Games in 2008. While India were brilliant in the qualifiers, the team finished last at the London extravaganza which also expedited the Australian coach's sacking.
Apart from India, Nobbs also coached Japan.
