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Time of India
5 days ago
- General
- Time of India
Mathru Mandali to celebrate 90th anniv on Aug 9
Mysuru: Mathru Mandali, a pioneer institution for girls' education and women empowerment , will celebrate its 90th anniversary on Aug 9. Former minister and Congress MLC Umashree will launch the event. IPS officer and writer Dharanidevi Malagatti will release a souvenir. Speaking to reporters on Wednesday, Mathru Mandali secretary Vani Prasad said the organisation began its journey in 1935 in VV Mohalla, where there were no exclusive schools for girls at the time. It was founded by four visionary women—Kameshwaramma Kuppuswamy, Soundaryamma Venkatesan, Sunandamma, and Kaballi Nagarathnamma— with the goal of empowering women through education and skill-building. The institution started with kindergarten, tailoring, and dance classes, laying a strong foundation for both academic and cultural development. In 1939, under the able leadership of Soundaryamma, the school moved to a rented space on Adipampa Road and later acquired land for its permanent campus. The school gradually expanded to offer education in both Kannada and English mediums and now serves over 250 students. A pre-university college offering arts and commerce streams was added in 1968, now catering to 200 students. In 1995, as part of its diamond jubilee, Mathru Mandali opened a special school for intellectually challenged children in Gokulam. "We are proud to be a cradle of dreams for underprivileged students. With committed staff and community support, we aim to continue this legacy of empowerment," said Vani Prasad. Due to a lack of teachers to teach special schoolchildren, Mathru Mandali is also planning to start a one-year Diploma in Special Education and a six-month teachers training for kindergarten. Rameshwari Verma, honorary president, Vijayalakshmi Urs, president, Hema Balachandran, assistant secretary, and Vijayalakshmi Muralidhar, treasurer, were also present.
Time of India
06-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Actress Umashree performs solo play ‘Sharmishte'
Pic: A scene from the play Sharmishte Belagavi: A solo play, 'Sharmishte,' by the Bengaluru troupe of Rangasampada, featuring renowned actress and politician Umashree , was performed on Saturday at the Lokmanya Rangamandira in Belagavi. Actress Umashree appeared as Sharmishte in the solo play. The original Marathi novel 'Yayati' by VS Khandekar was translated into Kannada by VM Inamdar. On this basis, Sharmishte is an important character in the play 'Yayati,' written by Jnanpith Award-winning author Girish Karnad . Although she is a princess, the turmoil in her mind and the pain she experiences as a woman when she works and lives as a slave to Devayani is the plot of this play. Umashree succeeded in winning the hearts of the audience with her acting. The play was written by the emerging playwright Beluru Raghunandan. It was directed by the stage director and former director of Mysore Rangayana, Chidambar Rao Jambe. The music for this play was by Anush Shetty. The costume design, stage decoration, and stage equipment were by Pramod Shiggao. On the occasion, artist Umashree was felicitated. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Como corrigir as bolsas nos olhos (Faça isso todos os dias) Notícias | Beleza | Mulher Saiba Mais Undo Dr Basavaraj Jagajampi, Prof MS Inchal, LS Shastri, Jayant Joshi, Dr Sarajoo Katkar, Ravi Bhajantri, Surekha Desai, Jyoti Badami, Ramachandra Katti, Gurunath Kulkarni, Prasad Karajol, Anant Pappu, Padma Kulkarni, Yogesh Deshpande, Chidanand Walke, Vinod Sappannavar, AM Kulkarni, and dignitaries were present.
Time of India
22-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Umashree captivates audience with theatre performance
Mysuru: The outstanding performance of multi-faceted theatre personality and former minister Umashree in the 'Sharmiste'play, directed by Belur Raghunandan and penned by Chidambararao Jambe, exhibited at Natana Rangashale at Ramakrishnanagar in the city, drew huge appreciation from the audience on Sunday. She performed for more than an hour, captivating the audience. Mysuru district minister HC Mahadevappa, who watched the play, was mesmerised by Umashree's performance, and appreciated the legislator for her acting. The play highlights the conflict of interest between two close friends. The minister appreciated both Umashree and actor and theatre director Mandya Ramesh for educating society, correcting the ills, and reforming through theatre, as part of their social responsibility. He also highlighted the contributions of Umashree as a former minister of women and children development, motivating the artistes with her childhood days' theatre journey.
Time of India
21-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
All forms of performance that can be captured by the human eye excite me, says Umashree
Actress, theatre veteran, and politician Umashree is set to return to the stage later this month, taking on the titular role in the acclaimed play Sharmishte. Theatre, she says, is a space she cherishes deeply, especially since her artistic roots lie in rangabhoomi (the stage). So what excites her more: stage or screen? 'Any kind of acting — street plays, stage performances, impromptu acts, films… all forms of performance that can be captured by the camera called the human eye,' explains Umashree. 'I'M A HUMANIST; I BELIEVE THAT LIFE IS TO BE LIVED TO THE FULLEST' 'I've known life in all its colours and facets. I've seen the toughest times and embraced every high it's brought. But never have I thrown my hands up in despair when life got hard, nor have I lost myself in the highs. Life is to be lived in equal measure at all times. Irrespective of gender, everyone faces troubles — and it's the inner ability to overcome them that matters. I've dealt with my share of blows, and they've helped me develop the heft to face whatever comes. As a woman, I've learned that tolerance and patience are among the greatest assets one can possess. That's how one builds a life. And one should live it well. As an actor and as an individual, that's always been my motto,' says Umashree. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Mensualités: Bonne nouvelle pour les propriétaires étouffés par les crédits Bons plans propriétaires En savoir plus Undo 'SHARMISHTE IS A ROLE THAT IS CLOSE TO MY HEART BECAUSE SHE EMBODIES MY OWN OUTLOOK TOWARDS LIFE' A one-woman act directed by Chidambara Jambe, Sharmishte is a part Umashree sees herself in. 'She is not just a character from mythology, but one whose predicament is relatable not just to me, but to most women. She is a princess turned servant, a mother, and a silent witness—her journey is one of inner strength and unwavering truth,' she shares. Presented in the unfold format, the play sees Sharmishte lapse into the past, dive into the future, reflect on the present, and enter a space of deep introspection. 'What's commendable about her is her ability to acknowledge her mistakes and correct herself,' she says.
Hans India
12-06-2025
- Business
- Hans India
Veteran artistes honoured at Ubuntu's Women of Worth
Bengaluru: Veteran theatre and film personalities Umashree, Padmashri awardees B Jayashree, and Dr Vijayalakshmi Deshmane were among 16 women recognised for their outstanding contributions at the Women of Worth (WoW) 2025 awards, organised by the Ubuntu Women's Network in Bengaluru on Wednesday. The felicitation ceremony, which drew over 300 delegates and 100 exhibitors from across the country, marked the launch of the fifth edition of the WoW initiative. The annual awards celebrate women leaders who have demonstrated excellence across diverse fields, including arts, medicine, public service, and entrepreneurship. Umashree, a celebrated theatre actor and former Karnataka Minister for Women and Child Development, was honoured alongside B Jayashree, an acclaimed theatre artiste, singer, and former Rajya Sabha MP, and Dr Vijayalakshmi Deshmane, a distinguished surgical oncologist known for her work in cancer care. Speaking at the event, K Ratnaprabha, former Chief Secretary to the Government of Karnataka and founder of Ubuntu, said the network aims to establish a presence in 195 countries by 2030, with a current membership of 1.95 million women entrepreneurs and leaders. 'Ubuntu is built on the African principle 'I am because we are'—we grow together,' she said, reflecting on her policy work supporting women during her tenure in government. She also announced a new digital marketing initiative that will train 1,000 women entrepreneurs to build competitiveness in the online marketplace. The day-long programme featured panel discussions and expert sessions on cyber safety, e-commerce, and business transformation. Speakers highlighted the need for holistic support to women entrepreneurs in areas such as financing, market access, and digital visibility. Parul Soni, Global Managing Partner at Thinkthrough Consulting, spotlighted a partnership with Walmart and Flipkart aimed at scaling women-led businesses in e-commerce. Dr Raj Kumar Khatri, IAS (retd), lauded Ubuntu's ecosystem approach, and Nitesh K Patil, Director of MSME at Karnataka's Department of Industries and Commerce, shared details of a forthcoming digital platform tailored to boost visibility and growth opportunities for women-owned businesses. Ubuntu's WoW 2025 event served as a convergence point for changemakers committed to advancing women's leadership and inclusive growth in the entrepreneurial landscape, say the organisers.
