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The Hindu
28-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Hindu
‘Interpretations being presented as facts by a section of media'
Senior journalist Hunaswadi Rajan has said that society should be careful about a section of the media that is passing off interpretation as facts. Speaking at a Press Day programme organised by the Dharwad District Union of Working Journalists (DDUWJ) in Hubballi on July 27, Mr. Rajan said that, as interpretation is donning the robe of facts, it has become difficult for readers to distinguish between facts and interpretation. Elaborating on the changing face of media, he said, 'In the new models of media that are emerging, manufacturing consent seems to be a priority. This change has happened after journalism became an industry.' The senior journalist told mediapersons not to be under the impression that what they have seen and are presenting is the only truth, as there can be different versions of the truth, and different perspectives of looking at it. While society is not yet openly questioning the way media has changed over the years, those in the media should necessarily engage in introspection, he said. Chairman of Hubballi Dharwad Urban Development Authority Shakir Sanadi stressed on the need for associations of journalists to seriously look into the issue of YouTubers posing as journalists. He promised to look into the demand for earmarking a few residential sites for mediapersons in residential layouts developed by the authority. Lifetime achievement award Senior journalist Sanathkumar Belagali was honoured with the lifetime achievement award by DDUWJ. Two journalists, Sunitha Kulkarni and Nirmala Kudari, were honoured with the annual 'Avva Award'. This apart, 14 other journalists and photographers were honoured with annual awards. Media Academy member J. Abbas Mulla, KUWJ Vice-President Pundalik Baloji, and KUWJ executive committee member Ganapathi Gangolli, two senior members of the newspaper hawkers' association were also felicitated. DDUWJ President Lochanesh Hugar presided over the function. DDUWJ office-bearers Sushelndracharya Kundaragi, Basavaraj Vijapur, Tanuja R. Naik, Vijay Hugar, Basavaraj Hugar, Viresh Handigi, Sangamesh Menasinakai were present.
The Hindu
26-07-2025
- Politics
- The Hindu
Religious heads do not take comments lightly, says journalist Dinesh Amin Mattu
Senior journalist Dinesh Amin Mattu has said that journalists can get away easily after criticising politicians in their reports, but cannot do so in the case of religious heads. Speaking at the Press Day organised by the Shivamogga district unit of Karnataka Union of Working Journalists (KUWJ) here on Saturday, Mr. Mattu said that journalists could easily criticise either Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, former Chief Minister B.S. Yediyurappa, or former Prime Minister H.D. Deve Gowda. 'Normally, we believe politicians are enemies of freedom of the press. But actually, they are not. However, religious heads do not take comments lightly, no matter which religion they belong to,' he stated. 'Politicians hardly send notices to journalists for their reports. However, religious heads are not like that. Hundreds of YouTube channels have received notices for the stories they did recently,' Mr. Mattu said. He stated that every section of the society did not enjoy freedom of expression. 'Only politicians, businessmen, and religious heads enjoy freedom of expression, while voters, workers, and true devotees lack the freedom,' he said. Shivamogga Lok Sabha member B.Y. Raghavendra said that even after the advent of social media and new media, he would wish to read newspapers in print every day, as that experience was special to him. Children of journalists, who secured the highest score in annual examinations, and journalists who were chosen for awards and honours recently, were felicitated on the occasion. KUWJ State president Shivanand Tagadur, district president K.V. Shivakumar, State committee member Ravi Telex, District Guarantee Scheme Implementation Committee chairman C.S. Chandrabhoopal, Karnataka State Government Employees Association president C.S. Shadakshari, and others were present.
The Hindu
24-07-2025
- General
- The Hindu
11 to be felicitated at Press Day function in Yadgir tomorrow
A district-level Press Day function will be organised in Yadgir on Saturday where 11 achievers in the field of journalism will be felicitated, according to president of the district unit of the Karnataka Union of Working Journalists (KUWJ) Mallappa Sankin. In a press release here on Thursday, he said that Minister for Small Scale Industries and also district in-charge Sharanabasappa Darshanapur will inaugurate the function at Veerashaiva Kalyan Mantap in the city. MLA Channareddy Patil Tunnur will distribute awards to the 11 journalists for their contribution to the field of journalism. The 11 journalists are Hanumanthu P., Mallikarjun Kadamnore, Anand Gorkal, Balappa Kuppi, Basavaraj Karegar, Dayanand Hiremath, Khaja Kalimuddin Faridi, Mahesh Ganer, Mallikarjun Ashanal, Manjunath Biradar (photojournalist) and Sahebagouda Kalal (distributor). Of these, nine will get ₹2,000 cash prize, while Mr. Hanumanthu and Mr. Kalal will get ₹5,000 each cash prize along with appreciation letters. CMC chairperson Lalita Anpur, Siddappa Hotti, Sharanappa Manegar, Bheemanna Meti, Bhavanisingh Thakur, Raghavendra Kamanatagi and Mahesh Kalal will attend the event, Mr. Sankin said.
The Hindu
23-07-2025
- General
- The Hindu
Students who did well in SSLC, PU felicitated
Urging students to set clear goals and work hard to achieve success, Police Commissioner Sharnappa S. Dhage has said that they can reach their goals in life if they have determination, perseverance and strong willpower. He was addressing a gathering during the Pratibha Puraskar award ceremony to felicitate children of journalists who have scored high marks in SSLC and PU exams here recently. Dr. Dhage said that students should swim against the tide, overcome odds and manage to excel in their studies despite all adversities. 'Life is a journey encompassing both joy and sorrow, good times and hardship. It is essential to approach all seasons with courage and resilience, as challenges are inevitable and, at the same time, they can lead to growth,' he said. The officer also advised parents to avoid pressuring students to solely focus on securing high marks. Instead, they should prioritize a supportive and encouraging environment, Dr. Dhage added. Indian Federation of Working Journalists (IFWJ) national president B.V. Mallikarjunaiah, Karnataka Union of Working Journalists (KUWJ) State president Shivanand Tagadur, KUWJ State vice-president Bhavani Singh Thakur, State secretary J.C. Lokesh, State executive member Shivranjan Satyampet, Kalaburagi district president Baburao Yadrami and others were present.
The Hindu
09-07-2025
- Health
- The Hindu
Heart attacks are not caused by COVID-19 vaccine, avoid unnecessary fear: Minister
Medical Education Minister Sharanprakash Patil has said that there is no evidence to back the claim that COVID-19 vaccine causes sudden cardiac deaths and urged people not to panic over the recent reports of deaths due to cardiac arrest. He was addressing media persons after inaugurating a free heart check-up camp for journalists in Kalaburagi organised by the district unit of Karnataka Union of Working Journalists (KUWJ) in association with Sri Jayadeva Institute of Cardiovascular Sciences and Research (SJICSR) here on Wednesday. Dr. Patil reiterated that a study by the Indian Council of Medical Research has confirmed that there is no link between increasing sudden deaths in young adults with the vaccine. Even the expert committee set up by the State government to study the exact cause of increasing cardiac-related deaths has found no link with vaccination. Dr. Patil suggested that journalists, due to the high-stress nature of their profession, should prioritize regular cardiac check-ups. He also advised journalists to adopt a healthy lifestyle by following a balanced diet, regular exercise and mindfulness practices like yoga and meditation, while avoiding tobacco, smoking and excessive alcohol consumption. Cardiologist in the Kalaburagi branch of Jayadeva Hospital Veeresh Patil Hebbal said that maintaining a healthy heart is crucial for the overall well-being of individual and longevity. He clarified that not all heart-related chest pain is due to blockages in the arteries. KUWJ district president Baburao Yadrami thanked the Minister for taking the initiative to organise a cardiac check-up camp for journalists. Nearly 600 media persons including office staff of both print and electronic media, are expected to benefit from the camp at Jayadeva Hospital. The camp will be conducted on Saturdays and Sundays for the next six weeks with 50 OPD slots every day.
