Child Helpline – 1098 to be Written on School Walls
Context & Purpose
- Issued by: Department of School Education and Literacy (DSEL), Karnataka.
- Directive by: K.V. Trilok Chandra, Commissioner for Public Instruction.
- Objective:
- Ensure awareness of Child Helpline number 1098.
- Provide 24×7 emergency services for children in need of care and protection.
Key Directives
- Who must comply:
- All government, aided, private schools, and pre-university colleges across Karnataka.
- Actions required:
- Write “Child Helpline – 1098” on school walls.
- Print it as a seal at the bottom of all textbooks.
- Display on notices, answer sheets, and visible places during exams.
Rationale
- Rising cases of:
- Child abuse,Child marriages,Teenage pregnancies,Sexual harassment
- Aim: Help children know about the helpline and feel empowered to seek help in distress.
About Child Helpline – 1098
- A free phone call
- Available 24×7.
- Can be used by anyone (child/public).
Provides emergency assistance, protection, and nurturing to children.
Karnataka Digital Economy Mission (KDEM) – Vision 2030 for Mysuru
Overview
- KDEM envisions developing Mysuru into a $10 billion digital economy by 2030.
- Target: 1,65,000 digital jobs, 2,800+ startups, and 28 major IT companies.
Strategic Goals
- Create a Tier-2 innovation and tech hub under the Beyond Bengaluru
- Position Mysuru as India’s second Silicon Valley.
- Act as a replicable model for other clusters in India and globally.
- Contribute to India’s $1 trillion digital economy goal by 2030.
Key Focus Areas (8 Pillars)
- IT / ITeS,Electronics System Design & Manufacturing (ESDM),Global Capability Centres (GCCs),Startups & Innovation,Talent Development,Branding,Governance,Infrastructure
Milestones & Progress
- Over 15 companies already established in last 12 months.
- 750+ new jobs created recently.
Why Mysuru?
- Integrated ecosystem: Tech parks, SEZs, incubation centers.
- Top academic institutions: University of Mysore, NIE.
- Excellent connectivity: Road, rail, and air access.
- Strong foundation laid since early 2000s by KIADB and NASSCOM.
Beyond Bengaluru Clusters
- Focus on 6 clusters:
- Mysuru
- Mangaluru
- Hubballi
- Shivamogga (upcoming)
- Kalaburagi (upcoming)
- Tumakuru (upcoming)
Karnataka Leads in Brain Health – Ka-BHI Initiative
What is Ka-BHI?
- Full Form: Karnataka Brain Health Initiative (Ka-BHI)
- Significance:
- India’s first state-wide program for brain health and early treatment of neurological conditions.
- Developed in collaboration with NIMHANS (National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences).
Key Features
- Implemented across all districts of Karnataka.
- Includes:
- Screening
- Diagnosis
- Tele-neurology access
National & Global Recognition
- WHO selected it as a global case study for best practices.
- Recognised by the Indian Academy of Neurology as a model program.
Tagline / Recognition
“From Karnataka to the World – A Model for Brain Health!”
Neeraj Chopra’s Big Night in Bengaluru – NC Classic 2025
Event Highlights
- Event: NC Classic (Athletics Meet)
- Venue: Sree Kanteerava Stadium, Bengaluru
- Date: [Assumed July 2025]
- Special Guests: Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and thousands of spectators in attendance.
Neeraj Chopra’s Performance
- Throw Distance: 18 meters (in his 3rd attempt)
- First two throws were below par, but he delivered on his third.
- Battled crosswinds, yet dominated the event.
- Continues his streak of excellence — only 1st or 2nd positions in his last 24 competitions since June 2021.
Significance of the Event
- Historic for Indian athletics – not just for performance but vision.
- The NC Classic marks the beginning of Chopra’s role as an administrator.
- Aims to create a world-class athletics event in India.
- Hopes to expand NC Classic into a multi-discipline event in future editions.
- Seen as a step towards legacy building beyond the field.
Legacy and Impact
- Neeraj Chopra is now seen as:
- An elite athlete
- A pioneer of professional athletics event organisation in India
- A potential sports administrator & legacy creator
Karnataka Study: No Link Between Covid Vaccine & Heart Attacks
Study Overview
- Commissioned by: Karnataka State Government
- Conducted by: KS Ravindranath, Director, Sri Jayadeva Institute of Cardiovascular Sciences & Research
- Submitted on: July 2, 2025
Study Details
- Sample Size: 251 patients,Age Group: ≤ 45 years,Duration: April–May 2025,Location: Jayadeva Hospital, Bengaluru
Key Findings
- No causal link between:
- Covid-19 vaccination
- Past Covid infection
- And sudden cardiac deaths (SCDs) or heart attacks
- Global studies confirm vaccines are protective against severe cardiovascular events.
- A temporary post-Covid rise in heart cases observed due to inflammation/stress, but not long-term effects.
Geographic Distribution
- Bengaluru: 47%
- Tumkur: 8%
- Mandya, Kolar, Ramanagara: 5% each
- Other Karnataka districts: 22%
- Other states: 5%
Covid/Vaccine History in Patients
- Past Covid infection: 19 patients
- Vaccination status:
- 1 dose – 53 patients
- 2 doses – 180 patients
- 3 doses – 17 patients
- Total vaccinated – 249 out of 251
27% of patients had no traditional risk factors – raising concern about lifestyle or environmental influences.
