La Gazette A PRESIDENCY COLLEGE PUBLICATION

Volume : 5 An Initiative of Centre for Media Studies Issue : 1 The year of the 'MASQUERADE' VRITTANTA 2019

nother year, another fest and another triumph Partners while Suvarna News was the Broadcast conducted in association with B.PAC on the topic with more than 650 students from colleges like - Presidency Group of Institutions lives up to partner. The Radio Partner was Indigo 91.9 FM and ‘Social media and Civic issues’ which was Christ University, Mount Carmel, Jain University, Athe image projected by the Centre for Media Zebronics was the Technology Partner. International moderated by Mr. Sachin Taantry. Panelists included Dayanand Sagar, Commits, NSoJ, etc. After two Studies yet again as the sixth edition of Vrittanta Business Times was the Digital Media Partner, Ms. Kavitha Reddy, State Secretary, Karnataka days of intense competition and lively participation, went on floors on the 27th and it was time to announce the overall winner of the the 28th of February. Promising fest. The brilliant and talented students of CMS Jain to be a humanities extravaganza, ended up bagging the overall trophy with a this year’s Vrittanta was themed whopping 190 points. Christ University managed a Masquerade #SocialMe #SOCIALME #FOMO close second. Lights, camera and action - here's to #FOMO and dwelled upon the trends and fixations B.PAC the Knowledge Partner. Other partners Pradesh Mahila Congress Committee; Girish hoping that the cinessance of Vrittanta remains a of 2018. The Fest was inaugurated by the Chief included Bengaluru MMA and Abhivruddi Co- Puttanna, Civic Leader & Social Activist and Danish blockbuster till its last day. Guest Mr. Randeep D, IAS, Additional operative Society. The 27th and the 28th of February Manzoor. The second day exhibited two workshops: Commissioner BBMP and the Guest of Honour Mr. 2019 witnessed the utmost RJing workshop by RJ Disha Danish Manzoor, Editorial Director, Asia, creative two-day fiesta Oberoi and Neuro Feedback International Business Times as well as Prof Dr packed with fun and frolic workshop by Mr. Sai Kiran. Pradeep Kumar that proceeded smoothly due The Fest had registrations Shinde, Principal of to the college’s hospitality. from over 40 colleges in and Presidency College; Fourteen fun-filled events around Bengaluru. Events Ms. Shilpa Kalyan, lined up one after the other. were based on the various Head of the The first day of the fest also media fields such as Political Department and the observed a detailed Science and Journalism. fest teacher Co- workshop on Digital Future Politician, Media ordinator, Kavitha Rai Marketing facilitated by Ms. Wars, Reporting, Debate, Sinha. Vrittanta 2019’s Gold Sponsor was Ranjini Rao, Marketing Personality, etc, were some RegenMed Care with Arena Animation as the Silver Communication Expert. A of the most popular events. Sponsor. Deccan Herald and Prajavani were the Print Panel Discussion was The campus was flooded - Aishwarya Prakash, III Year BAJ Expunging the myth of mind The world as I see it he Centre for Media Studies had organized a world at present. New ideas were discussed which reading : METANOIA 2018 one day national level student seminar on the gave the audience different perspectives of the T31August 2018. The theme was ‘The world as world.sThe English literature session was chaired by he Centre for Media Studies of Presidency behavior. The second day began in the afternoon with I see it’. It invited new ideas and views in the fields Dr. Yogananda Rao from Jain University, Sexism, College hosted their annual psychology day the flash song amidst the various informative and fun- of Psychology, Political Science, Journalism and gender bias and Feminism were some of the sub – Tevent 'Metanoia' with an objective to change filled Psychology based stalls. These included English Literature. The chief Guest of the themes that the students had chosen to present papers people's perspective on life and create awareness activities like hand coordination, memory games, inauguration was Mr. Rajdeep Manwani, a on. Each presenter was given a personalized about Psychology. The event which was started as a personality inventories, learning styles and many motivational speaker and Professor in Jain College. feedback and invaluable advice by the resource one-day celebration in 2017 expanded to a 2-day more fun experiments that attracted and catered to the The event commenced with a motivational speech by person The Journalism session was chaired by Dr. event with lots of new activities and enthusiastic students of all the departments of Presidency College. The Campus Director Dr. Prabhu Dev who cited Bhargavi Hemmige from Mahajanas College, participation. This time around the department made Psychology day couldn’t have been a huge success various anecdotes to motivate the students. The key Mysore. This stream witnessed participation from a promotional video about people's perspective on without the commendable effort of the students and note speaker, Mr. Rajdeep Manwani followed students from different countries and cultures. Media psychology and went out of their way to make them teachers from the psychology department. with his speech, he too inspired the young minds to ethics, new – age journalism was discussed which aware of the actual meaning and goals of Psychology. be determined in the pursuit of their goals. The book brought in new ideas and diverse views for They also put up a wish tree which in no time grabbed of abstracts was released by the dignitaries – Dr. discussion. Best papers from each stream were the attention of the students from all departments of Prabhu Dev – the campus Director, Dr. Rajdeep awarded during the valedictory. The participants the college. Another methodPS adopted by the students Manwani – the Chief Guest, Ms. Shilpa Kalyan - shared their experience during the valedictory and to promote the event was a street play about identity HOD of CMS and Ms. Usha Srikanth – the Seminar gave a positive feedback on the event.To sum up, the crisis. Psychology day wasYC inaugurated by (the Convener. This was followed by the commencement seminar was a grand success. director and board member's names) followed by a of technical sessions with presentations by the poem on mental health. Mrs.HO Kavita Rai Sinha the participants in various venues. The seminar hosted Psychology Professor launched the much-awaited presenters from different cities and universities like Psychology club 'Psychonaut'. Soon after a workshop University of Delhi, Manasagangotri, Kuvempu on Transactional AnalysisNA (TA) was conducted by University, Mount Carmel College, St Joseph Mrs. P K Saru. Transactional analysis is a College, Jyoti Nivas College, Christ University to psychoanalytic theory and methodUT ofS therapy wherein name a few. The Psychology session was chaired by social transactions are analyzed to determine the ego Dr. Hamsa HOD of Psychology from Mount Carmel state of the person as a basis for understanding - Zeba Saher, II Year BA College. The presenters Democracy in the age of Digitalization discussed he Communication Club ‘Bulls Eye’of Presidency College, various issues Center for Media Studies Department organized a panel related to gender TDiscussion on “Democracy In the Age of Digitalization” on psychology, 29 September 2018.We had a vibrant group of panelist: Prof phobias and PriyancaMathur, Associate Professor from Centre for Research in The Seminar had presentations of 46 Research other pertinent Papers with 57 presenters. A total number of 73 Social Science, Jain University, Dr Patrick Rajkumar, Dr Aparajita topics. The Das, Assistant Editor, Newsable, MsPriyashreeAdley , participants attended the Seminar making it a grand resource person success. International Security Risk Consultant. It was an intellectually shared her valuable inputs and outcomes with the stimulating discussion on the relevance, importance and misuse of the fourth estate and the need of the hour for a strong and decisive scholarly gathering. The Political Science session press to ensure the continuation of democracy in the digital age. was chaired by Ms. PriyashreeAndley, the The session was well moderated by Mr Syed Abbas. participants brought forth problems that plague the -AuraAnnAji, II Year BA

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1 La Bulletin In remembrance of fading leaders MS Dhoni - The "GUIDING LIGHT" for India in the 2019 World Cup 2019 is a much anticipated year and the ballots will pretty much relentlessly to normalize ties with Pakistan which was essential shift their axis towards a side that still remains a mystery. The for the stability of x Indian Captain & Veteran wicket keeper of which is an immense asset to Captain Kohli in the spotlight will land upon the first time voters as they get to steer Team India, Mahendra Singh Dhoni's change upcoming world cup. His Calm and presence of Ein his batting approach has been on the radar mind adds a lot to the game. MSD is known as the wagon of new India. Ever expanding lists of qualms has posed our subcontinent. He has been mentioned by several famous recently. There is a serious debate circulating “Caption Cool” because he knows how to manage a major challenge to the present government which will be ready personalities as one of the best prime ministers our country has among the Cricket experts on whether India's most the players and read the outcome of the game better to face the heat of anti-incumbency in the coming months. But been blessed with. His secular agenda was a little offbeat successful Captain should be allowed to play than others. Some Cricket experts say that no one during the upcoming 2019 World Cup which is can read the game better than the Master Ms will a new government prove itself to be any better? Mystery considering his party's pro-Hindutva outlook. His humorous riddled doubts of a not so optimistic general public have going to be held in England & Wales. It is evident Dhoni. Coming to his batting approach, the strike comebacks during parliamentary sessions garnered attention and that the Batsman Dhoni we had been used to a rate has gone down a bit but his contribution deposited heat over the political spectrum. One side is passionate respect from the opposition too, due to which many have labeled couple of years back is not the same today. There towards the scorecard hasn't gone down. Recently, to recap the policy amendments taken place in the past four years, him as a person with 'no rivals'. It indeed is a matter of sorrow is lot of changes in his approach, whether it may be his change of style in batting accord him the "Man which they claim has brought about a favorable outcome that that a futuristic being that emphasized the importance of science as a batsman or the role he plays in the team. He of the Series" award against Australia. Another Indians deserve. The other side is keen on exposing the cracks does not have the same finish that he once had. His quality of his which makes him special is his and technology and had the utmost capability to steer the nation's strike rate has come down. He is consuming a lot wicket keeping. Hands down, he has the fastest that these policies have managed to create in an otherwise well youth towards a vibrant direction is no more with us. The coming of balls and he is not finishing the game with ease. hands in the game, pun intended. He is possibly the emerging economic powerhouse. There is also a possible youth can definitely work towards shifting Atalji's dreams into a One cannot rule him out of the World Cup team best wicket keeper in the world at present. Some emergence of a third front which may stomp upon the two brighter dimension and accelerate our nation into an unshakeable just because his form is different and his approach experts and cricket pundits still criticize his place mainstream options! to batting has changed. He is not just a mere in team India. Cricket being a team game, it is force. batsman, he adds a great deal to this young India often said that, "When it is needed the most, it is Team since he is not only a senior player but also always the most experienced person who rescues But what about 2018? ANANTH KUMAR the master mind of team. “Over the years we have the team from danger ". Hence, with the World cup seen what sort of presence he (Dhoni) has in the being such a big tournament, his place in the team dressing room and on the field. With him being is very much needed, not only as a batsman and It was a year dotted with major losses of visionary political strong egannahalli Narayana Shastry Ananth Kumar was a around, there is a sense of calmness in the group, keeper, but also as a guide all the youngsters and heads that shaped the definition of Indian polity. Let's just recap member of the Parliament for over two decades after he which is very important, and also a bit of help to the captain of team India. With him on our side, the the three most prominent politicians whose demise shocked the the captain because he stands behind the stumps.” probability of India winning the 50 over World Hwas elected to the Lok Sabha from Bengaluru South in - Rohit Sharma, Indian VC. No doubt Kohli is a Cup for the third time is definitely higher. country. 1996. He was an active member of ABVP during his younger world class batsman but when it comes to captaincy, he is still learning. Before Dhoni days. In January 1998, ahead of the general elections that year, All the best TEAM INDIA. MUTHUVEL KARUNANIDHI Kumar became the first Indian politician to host an independent became India's best captain, he had the likes of Sachin, Dravid, Ganguly and Kumble come to his website when he launched his own personal website. He never aid in crucial situations. Coming to the present he Dravidian tycoon, an unparalleled writer and a man of faced electoral defeat in any of the Lok Sabha elections that he Indian team, it’s a cluster of young talents. We contested, which isn't an ordinary feat in India's volatile political don't see any players with serious experience; his own charm who headed the massive Dravidian hence it is only Dhoni who possesses seniority Vishal, III Year BAJ Torganization DMK which rewrote the history of his home environment. As the minister for chemicals and fertilizers, he is state forever. Karunanidhi was an arduous writer who produced credited to have implemented 100% mandatory neem-coating of quality content in the form of scripts and plays for the cinema urea, a move that was expected to save ₨ 10,000 Crore per A call for Vindication or Humbug industry as well as penning many classic novels. He ventured into annum. He was the key figure who commenced Namma politics under the guidance of ex-chief minister of TN, C.N. Bengaluru Metro as a solution to the increased traffic congestion he #Metoo movement shook the world and Harvey Weinstein and several other men like him. It Annadurai. He spearheaded the Dravidian movement in Tamil in Bengaluru. His philanthropic activities were pretty impactful. gave a reality check to our existence in brought justice to the ones who were wronged, He provided nutritious and hygienic Midday meals every day to Tsociety. It is a movement that highlighted the regardless of their sex, race or religion. But on the Nadu with Periyar's philosophy, whose core motive was to uproot callousness associated with sexual harassment and other hand, the movement holds an undefined the society from the discriminatory Brahmanical domination and over 72,000 children of Bengaluru since 2003. He also launched assault. Only a few among the many who face purpose which raised a few questions on whether to cherish and protect Tamil. This also resulted in the very well the initiative Green Bengaluru 1:1 as part of his larger initiative sexual harassment speak up because of the various the movement was meant to inspire change in all knownAnti-Hindi protests, therefore ensuring a safe haven for all Sasyagraha to achieve 1 tree per human ratio. On 12 November circumstances associated with it. Their voices are men or just a percentage of them. There also lies the the regional languages from being superimposed by Hindi. These 2018, he succumbed to lung cancer and other related constantly shushed due to the fear of invoking question of the end goal of the movement. Some of complications. He was a very acclaimed and a humble statesman societal taboos. The movement gained momentum its drawbacks are that it could possibly cause trauma heart-wrenching efforts by him and his cadres have really worked in social media during October 2017 as various to the victims as it publicized the assault and the well towards establishing lenient federalism and increased power that the BJP, as well as the nation as a whole, tragically lost. celebrities all over the world came out to the public harassment of the victims in a public manner which to individual states. His signature yellow with a pair of to reveal the sexual assault and harassment that they could, in turn, could re-trigger their trauma and shades and a classic white veshti highlighted his unique appeal. MANOHAR PARRIKAR had encountered in their respective professions. anxiety. The movement also did not take into Social media became a forum where they could talk account the sexual assault and harassment faced by His extremely socialist policies with a sprinkling of capitalistic about the heinous experiences that they had faced. the Sex Workers who battle these evils on a regular chauvinism ensured a tricky balance which satisfied the lower e was born into a middle-class family in Portuguese Goa As there are two sides of the same coin with a basis. The movement often does not check up on middle class and the elite population. He was the last existing on 13 December 1955.AtrueAamAadmi who constantly circumference of actual truth, the movement was facts which could lead to false accusations. Dravidian godfather, as AIADMK already lost its leader, Ms. J. effective in bringing about a positive change in According to a study, the estimated number of false Hsported half hand and , he was known for his society's perception towards sexual crimes but not rape accusations can go beyond 10% of the reported Jayalalithaa. We as a nation have definitely lost an intellectual simplicity and workaholic nature all across the political arena. without facing several criticisms. Some of the cases. Despite its shortcomings, the movement person whose charisma highlighted the love that he had for his Parrikar joined the RSS at a young age and became a mukhya positive changes that it brought about are that the brought about a sense of solidarity among the state and the way he projected a vision to ensure that the regional shikshak (chief instructor) in the final years of his schooling. movement empowered women to form a victims. That is what we need at this hour, a forum pride was intact is truly commendable. community and help each other by talking about the where people can support one another and help in After graduating from IIT, he resumed RSS work in Mapusa bitter reality of sexual abuse present in the everyday easing the trauma experienced by such heinous while maintaining a private business, and became a sanghchalak world, thus helping the victims to fit back into crimes. ATAL BIHARI VAJPAYEE (local director) at the age of 26. He was the first IITian to become society. It raised awareness among women about an MLA. Subsequently, he was also the first IITian to become the their rights as an individual in the workplace as well chief minister of any state in the country. Prime Minister as their daily life and made men realize the great loss shook the nation after our 72nd independence consequences of the same. The movement also - Kavyashree Varigonda, I Year BAJ day. He was a prolific orator, a classic poet and a charming appointed him as the Defence Minister in his coerced in bringing out the buried truth about Ahuman being with a decent persona. The praises keep on cabinet due to his clean image. He never let any scam creep into Government targets middle class families in INTERIM budget flowing to his credits. Vajpayee was a clean face who founded the the sensitive portfolio he was entrusted with. Parrikar also ruling party BJP and steered it towards forming the first non- overlooked the 2016 surgical strikes, which was a crucial military move that boosted the nation's show of strength. On 27 October nion Finance Minister Piyush Goyal than two hectares of land and the scheme Congress government in India. It's well known that Prime presented an Interim Budget for 2019 will be called as Pradhan Mantri Kisan Minister Narendra Modi shed tears for him during his swearing- 2018, the Goa government announced that CM Manohar Parrikar in the Parliament a few days ago. An Samman Nidhi with two percent interest had pancreatic cancer. He ultimately succumbed to his illness on U in ceremony. He stated that Vajpayee's absence inflicted him interim budget usually doesn’t announce subvention for farmers pursuing animal immense pain, as Vajpayee was in a state of paralysis back then. 17 March 2019 at the age of 63 at his residence in Panaji. His new schemes or policies but presents the husbandry. All farmers affected by severe This in itself defines his importance as an icon. He's a visionary passing away marked a black day not only for the Bhartiya Janta vote on account for the next four to five natural calamities are to get 2% interest who delivered the golden quadrilateral, widened the telecom Party but also for the nation as a whole since it lost an educated months. A full-fledged budget will be subvention and an additional 3% interest revolution, provided free education through Sarva Shiksha and sensible politician. announced after the general elections. This subvention upon timely repayment. One Abhiyan, made India a nuclear superpower and worked - Aravind , I Year BAJ was the last budget presented under PM Lakh digital villages are planned in the next Narendra Modi’s governance. It is evident 5 years.The current budget also contributes that the idea was implemented to gain vote to the film industry as it has introduced Anti- Will the road lead to Delhi from Kanyakumari in 2019 ? in the upcoming elections as there were cam cord regulations in the Indian many positive takeaways from it. The main Cinematograph Act to prevent piracy and highlights of the bill are that there is no contact theft of Bollywood films and also Can the lotus bloom down south? income tax for people earning up to Rs.5 single window clearance for Indian Lakhs. Individuals with a gross income of up filmmakers. In the public working sector, a he recently concluded assembly elections in four states have a vote share of 36% in Karnataka assembly elections, whereas the to Rs.6.5 Lakhs need not pay taxes if they mega pension for workers in the organized set the alarm bells ringing for the Bharatiya Janata Party. If combined vote share of Congress-JD(S) was 56%, which could make investments in provident funds and sector with an income of less than Rs.15, Tthe opinion polls conducted by pollsters are anything to go well make a landslide victory a distinct possibility in the prescribed equities. Standard tax deduction 000 has been introduced. They will be able by, the saffron party may find it difficult to cross the halfway mark upcoming elections. In the recent assembly elections held in for salaried persons rose from Rs.40, 000 to earn Rs.3000 after the age of 60. ESI cover of 272 in the upcoming Lok Sabha elections. With Mayawati and Telangana, the BJP lost all its seats but one. With the TRS Rs.50, 000. Within the next two years, all limit has been increased to Rs.21, 000. Akhilesh Yadav announcing their pre-poll alliance in Uttar sweeping the polls by a huge majority, the saffron party is less verifications of tax returns are to be done Minimum pension also increased to Pradesh and the ‘Mahagatbandhan’ upping the ante, the signs of likely to win more than a single seat in the state. Andhra Pradesh electronically without the interface with the Rs.1000. nervousness in the BJP camp are clearly visible.The government’s was the only southern state where the BJP had a formidable ally. taxpayer. In the agriculture field, the decision to grant 10% reservation to woo the disenchanted upper Now that the TDP has snapped ties with the center and is cozying government has introduced a package of caste voter corroborates this.Contrary to what the BJP leaders say, up to Congress, BJP is trying hard to woo K Chandrashekar Rao Rs.6000 per annum for farmers with less - Sharath, II Year BAJ the ground reality is that the “Modi magic” is slowly fading.The and Jagan Reddy. Speculations are rife that the TRS and YSRCP recent electoral losses in the Cow means that the BJP will not may join the NDA fold after elections, which may well increase its be able to replicate its phenomenal performance again, even tally by another 30-35 seats. While KCR and Jagan Reddy have A tribute to our soldiers though it will still emerge as the single largest party in the country. denied any possibility of a post-poll alliance, politics creates Many Pre-poll surveys indicate that the party is set to lose at least unusual bedmates and the political climate in Telugu Nadu has order skirmishes, artillery exchanges, and the enemy lines with all their might. India is terror flushing operations aren't strangers to blessed to have so many children who are willing 60-70% seats in the Hindi heartland. According to the India TV- been volatile in the past decade. The party has better prospects in Bthe front page of the newspaper but certain to give their lives up for a stronger cause. As CNX opinion polls, the SP-BSP alliance will bring down the BJP’s Kerala this time. Murmurs on the ground suggest that the events redefine the spectrum of news coverage to sensible citizens, we are expected to recognize and numbers in Uttar Pradesh from 71 to 29. The India Today-Karvy Sabarimala issue is likely to polarize the society and the BJP such an extent that the whole society debates about honor these great souls and strive towards making survey predicted that the BJP will lose at least 55 seats in the state wants to keep the pot boiling which might help the party open its it for weeks. The might of the largest democracy a positive difference. came to taste bitterness on the 14th of February lowering its tally to 18. Adding insult to injury, the party’s poor account in the state. Needless to say, the party will be reduced to when a convoy of CRPF troops became the target performance in assembly elections in Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, a cipher in Tamil Nadu.So, in case of a hung parliament, wherein of a dastardly executed suicide bombing. Thsis Chhattisgarh and a narrow victory in Gujarat alludes that it will the Hindi heartland and the rest of the country deliver a fractured uncalled for tragedy resulted in the martyrdom of lose 10, 10, 6 and 4 seats in each of these states respectively, which mandate, South India will decide who shall take over the reins of forty Jawans who were heading from Jammu essentially implies that it will lose another 30 seats in the Hindi Delhi. Do not forget the AIADMK’s role in bringing down the towards the highly disputed Kashmir valley to honor their . Militancy has been on its belt. In a nutshell, the BJP may not win more than 210 seats. NDAgovernment in 1998 and later it was with the outside support peak since the death of the local rebel militant Therefore, that puts the NDA’s tally somewhere between 230-240 of the Telugu Desam Party that Mr.Atal Bihari Vajpayee was able Burhan Wani, who was killed by the security forces seats. On the other hand, the UPA is projected to win 150-170 to complete his full term till 2004. The highest number of seats the in 2016. Constant instability in this crucial seats. Going by the current trends, it appears that the general Congress party won in any state in 2004 and 2009 elections was geopolitical zone has led to multi-dimensional Image Source : www.time8.in elections are likely to result in a hung parliament. Amidst all this, Andhra Pradesh. Therefore, any post-election arithmetic without conflicts which are ultimately added to the growing list of burdens that the armed forces face. Their let us dissect the role of south Indian parties in the run-up to polls. the support of southern states seems impossible as of now. So the valor and undying spirit for upholding the guardian The southern states, namely Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, important question is, will the road to Delhi lead from attitude towards our soil go a long way in ensuring Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Kerala and one UT (Puducherry) account Kanyakumari? So, in case of a hung parliament, wherein the Hindi that we carry on with all our daily chores in a for 130 out of 545 Loksabha seats. South Indian politics is heartland and the rest of the country deliver a fractured mandate, smooth . If it wasn't for their vigor towards exterminating potential threats towards our different from rest of the country, elections here revolve around South India will decide who shall take over the reins of Delhi. Do national security and integrity, there wouldn't be a regional issues and local personalities; both the Congress and BJP not forget the AIADMK’s role in bringing down the NDA single peaceful day in our territory. We have failed are marginal players here. That is why despite a huge Modi wave government in 1998 and later it was the Telugu Desam Party that them in a major manner by not granting the due in 2014, the BJP managed to win only 22 seats in the south, of Mr. Atal Bihari Vajpayee was able to complete his full term till respect that they deserve. The authorities aren't which 17 came from Karnataka alone. Yogendra Yadav, a 2004. The highest number of seats the Congress party won in any concerned with the ground reality and the troubles of these Jawans, who, for the most part, are entitled renowned psephologist, argues that the BJP is going to be state in 2004 and 2009 elections was Andhra Pradesh. to subordinate quality ration items and are prone to decimated in Dravida Nadu. He opines that the party is going to major mental distress. They do not get vanquished lose its hold in Karnataka. It is important to note that the BJP got - Aravind, I Year BAJ due to these hurdles and continue to brave across - Sharath, II Year BAJ 2 La Revue

The fight for the throne, continues. MOVIES IN REVIEW inter is here. As the final season revealing her plans of deception, her K.G.F : Chapter 1 Shergill played by Vicky Kaushal, marshals us through the of the revolutionary TV series comeuppance is widely anticipated. The Language : Kannada process of the elaborately planned and orchestrated surgical strike Wrolls around, fans await obvious hints that were dropped Director : Prashanth Neel in Pakistan occupied Kashmir. Other actors, such as Paresh Rawal fervently to learn the fate regarding her fourth who plays the National Security advisor, Yami Gautam who plays of their beloved pregnancy clashes with La Rating: 3/5 an intelligent officer, Kriti Kulhari who plays a pilot and Mohit characters. The Night the prophecy, causing fans Raina who plays a paramilitary commando, all get their moments King has reigned in his to consider it as a he highly anticipated movie of to lay down the law. Mitesh Mirchandani’s cinematography army of the dead while foreshadowing of her 2018 from the Kannada film creates the perfect blend of tension and a growing sense of jittery Westeros unites to fight ice inevitable death. Perhaps Tindustry, KGF chapter 1 (Kolar anticipation. with fire. Allies and the most widely debated Gold Fields), was released in 5 enemies will finally share discussion among fans is languages - Kannada, Tamil, Hindi, some much-awaited regarding the person or Telugu, and Malayalam. KGF ended However, the movie is not entirely free from flaws. The obvious political propaganda, the slanted narrative and the dramatization screen time together. A nonstop battle, persons who have the most solid chance up being a blockbuster hit and the first similar to the intense "battle of the of claiming the Iron Throne and ruling Kannada movie to cross 200 Crores in of certain elements to make the film more palatable to Bollywood standards are some of the minor limitations that the movie suffers bastards", will take place between the Westeros. No one's favorite character is the box office. The movie dates back living and the dead. Ever since R+J=L safe as George R. R. Martin is no stranger to the 1950s when the increase in the price of gold all over the from. Despite its kinks, the movie triumphantly instills a sense of ‘Desh Bhakti’ as it applauds the swift yet effective operation that was confirmed in season 7, fans have to killing off beloved characters in the world lead to atrocities such as slavery in gold mines in order to been anxiously waiting to learn Jon and most horrific and brutal manner(cough* extract as many quantities of gold as possible. The first half India undertook in order to avenge the fallen martyrs that fell prey to the vultures that are the terrorists. Dany's reaction to his undisclosed cough* the red wedding). No matter who introduces all the key players in the movie. Yash plays Rocky, the parentage. The dynamics of their claims the throne, the end is just the main protagonist who is as an orphan that grows up to become a - Suneha. I. D relationship will definitely change once beginning because when the snows fall gangster. The promise he had made to his dying mother to become they learn about the blood that they share. and the winter winds blow, the lone wolf rich is his driving motivation. At an age when children play thief Will it be the catalyst that further dies but the pack survives. and police, Rocky involves himself in Bombay's underworld BOHEMIAN RHAPSODY Language : English strengthens their bond or will it be the mafia. Initially, we are lead to believe that Rocky is not the ideal cause of their fall out? With Cercei Valar Morghulis. person to start a revolution against mine owners but the extent of Director : Bryan Singer Suneha I.D, III Year BA slavery present in the gold mines convinces him to save those La Rating: 3.5/5 people. The plot is a bit slow as it takes its own time to mold the protagonist and send him off to his mission. The audience can t’s a biography that sails on drama; easily surmise the direction that the plot is going to take. The what else could the queen fans ask Literature in Check major take away from the movie is the creative use of Ifor. The movie, of course, isn’t a cinematography. The cinematographer has captured stunning great biopic. It has its flaws, imagery using aerial shots and has conveyed the emotions of the extravaganza, and masked truth. Most The Paradoxical Prime Minister Anna Karenina people very realistically. Prashanth Neel’s direction is not only of the recorded controversies and Author : Shashi Tharoor Author : Leo Tolstoy convincing but also satisfying. rumors have been brushed under the carpet. But, this movie is an ongress MP Shashi Tharoor’s new - Sharath imperfectly perfect biopic. What actually stands out and makes book titled “The Paradoxical the film an electrifying musical experience is the enigmatic spirit CPrime Minister - Narendra Modi nna Karenina written by Leo and his India” was released a couple of Tolstoy is regarded as one of the URI - The Surgical Strike of Rami Malek. He is magnetic and every bit a legend himself. Bohemian Rhapsody is a live concert that the fans loved watching months back. The book came out during a Agreatest Russian classics of all Language : Hindi and revisiting. Through its course, we see the birth, success, fall, very heated period of the upcoming Lok time. The novel mainly circulates around Director : Aditya Dhar and return of the band. Rami is aptly supported by Ben Hardy as Sabha elections. As a citizen, one will the titular character Anna Karenina who La Rating: 3.5/5 Roger Tailor, Gwilyn Lee as Bryan Mary, Joseph Mazello as John have various notions about Narendra succumbs to the charm of Count Vronsky Deacon and Lucy Boynton as Mary Austin. Amidst all the drama, Modi. When it comes to the part of the and embarks on an illicit affair that loodshed, loss and the need for the final showdown: The Live Aid benefit concert hooks the electorate, the efficiency and the threatens to destroy everything she has. revenge is the catalyst and the driving audience with the exact interpretation of the breathtaking concert. consistency in delivering the work and The second storyline deals with Bforce behind the war film Uri directed Bohemian Rhapsody is not just a ‘film’, it’s an experience, a sweet recognition of promises are important to Konstantin Levin and his pure and by Aditya Dhar. Starring Vicky Kaushal and coated dish served solely for the fans to relive. gain a clear mandate. undying love for Kitty Scherbatsky. The Yami Gautam, the movie is a dramatized two couples are contrasting in every The book is divided into five sections - recreation of the surgical strike that occurred in 2016 in retaliation - Aishwarya Prakash manner of the word. Levin and Kitty to the terrorist attack on the Uri Army Base camp located in The Paradoxical Prime Minister, The share a pure and joyful relationship as Jammu and Kashmir. The main protagonist, Major Vihaan Modi-fication of India, Moditva and they embark on the luxury of being Misgovernance, The failure of Modi newlyweds while Anna and Vronsky Monica and Flights of fancy. Overall it construct a relationship that is not just boasts 50 chapters which may seem a bit frowned upon but is also toxic and tedious but Mr. Tharoor does so because destructive. Anna and Vronsky’s love is he knows that he is writing about no based on lust and infatuation, a very weak Wish you were here ordinary man but the Prime Minister foundation in comparison to the deep himself. The book starts off with the first trust and respect that Levin and Kitty “Hey teachers, leave those kids alone e could discuss each of their lives in depth and get a encounter that the author had with the have for each other. Anna succumbs to picture on what influenced them but it is far better to sudden bouts of depression because of the then Chief Minister of Gujarat Narendra contempt that the Russian society harbors All in all, you're just another brick in the wall” Wlisten to their albums and learn their experiences as they Modi in 2009 at an event in Chennai progress from one album to another. It is a treat to hear their music over her status as the ‘fallen woman’ due which he describes as an accidental to the public nature of her affair. Anna’s every now and then and I hope that this style of art isn’t lost and meeting. The ironic part is that Tharoor - Another brick in the wall, The Wall forgotten to the generations to come! name is tarnished and she is scorned in praises Modi in the early chapters for society, the sole reason being that she is a ink Floyd was formed in the year 1965 in London; Syd being an active member and a dedicated woman who has been indulging in an “Green is the color of her kind, Quickness of the eye deceives the karyakarta in the RSS. Later he starts to affair whereas her brother who had Barrett on guitar and lead vocals, Nick Mason on drums, mind, Many is the bond between the, hopeful and the damned” PRoger Waters on bass and vocals and Richard Wright on criticize him during his Chief Minister committed the same sin is excused and keyboards and vocals lead to the formation. Like every wolf gang, time and the PM period. He criticizes forgiven. Tolstoy not only attempts to this pack was lead by the visions of Syd Barret. They were - Green is the colour, More Modi for many of his shortcomings highlight the difference between the pioneers in the genre of Progressive Rock and Psychedelic Rock. including lack of job opportunities, outcomes of love held on different The group had a huge success in their initial years while they were demonetization, the introduction of GST foundations but also illustrates the way in which a woman is scorned for falling out playing in London’s Underground Music community which was and his Foreign affairs. famous back in the ’60s. Guitarist and Vocalist David Gilmour got of line whereas the mistakes of men are introduced to the band in the year 1967. Unfortunately, Barret had Tharoor sarcastically coins the principles easily dismissed and forgotten. to leave the band in 1968 because of his declining mental health of Modi as Moditva. He leaves no stones and his inability to create music or perform shows. unturned to make every chapter Tolstoy’s biggest accomplishment is in interesting and includes lots of offbeat his ability to paint the allure and charm of “Come on you raver, you seer of visions conversations. The Paradoxical Prime Russian society and the privileges of the Come on you painter, you piper, you prisoner, and shine” Minister has become an intellectual food upper class effortlessly without failing to for the people. The book could possibly reveal the dark and malicious side of the –Shine on you crazy diamond, Wish you were Here influence their minds, the result of which seemingly perfect high-class society. will be seen in the upcoming elections. Whether Modi overcomes these hurdles - Aishwarya aters became the band's primary lyricist and conceptual and gets a clear mandate like 2014 is up leader, devising the concepts behind their albums The WDark Side of the Moon (1973), Wish You Were Here to the citizens of the country. (1975), Animals (1977), The Wall (1979) and The Final Cut -Sharath (1983). The Dark Side of the Moon and The Wall became two of the best-selling albums of all time!

“And if the band you're in starts playing different tunes

I'll see you on the dark side of the moon”

– Brain Damage, Dark Side of the Moon

heir albums had very intricate, thought out concepts which were produced by Roger Waters. Waters spent a lot of time Tgetting the themes to flow through the songs of the albums, which in turn added flavor to the whole meaning! I know it’s really hard to put that into words but listening to Pink Floyd is more than just putting on your favorite song while you drive. It requires a high level of passion, understanding and intense love for their music to understand what they really want to say.

“We're just two lost souls , Swimming in a fish bowl,Yearafter year, Running over the same old ground, And how we found, The same old fears, Wish you were here”

- Wish you were here, Wish you were here - Akaash Bhadra, III Year BA

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EULOGY TO MY SHINING STAR CONFLICT AND PEACE KINDLY SHUT UP When the moon was shining gloomy, Day and night I crave for peace, Insecurities yelling me to go back to the shell I got a call from familiarity, Can’t we enjoy bliss with ease? That I built for myself, Away from the crowd and The new sun will radiate merry vibes Horrific sight of Israel and Gaza, noise. Eager Beavers For tomorrow is the day to our guides. Minors dying in schools and plaza. Insecurities yelling at me, Saying that I’m I thought hard but ink wouldn’t flow Tobacco, alcohol, guns and drugs! never good enough for anyone, Mr. Adoksh Hegde of third year BA(J) has represented Karnataka in Giving me a punch to my gut at every word. the current season of Cricket - Karnataka A side (CK Nayudu trophy), Opinions and ideas were jumbled Under the shadow of silly thugs. Shivamogga lions (Karnataka premier league) and Tata Sports Club (all Stubborn to fall in a row. Kashmir burning day and night. It tells me that I can never do a good job India) in DY Patil and Goa corporate league. He also presented a with every best try I give. I was awfully lucky for my existence is gifted with mentors Does it all seem to be right? research paper on -Athletic Identity and Self-efficacy in cricket athletes Hope tells me to pick up the pieces from in Karnataka in the International Sports Conference at Mount Carmel As precious as gems who guided every step of my hike. Iraq trapped by ISIS troops, which I’ve fallen from College on 19th Jan and 20th 2019. Motherhood poured the best in her. Evil engulfs through the loops. And to never stop trying. Sculpted morals on her tender heart Russia leads the nuclear gang, School trained to refine her crude virtue Dishoom, thud, boom and bang! - MISBAH UROOJ Relayed companies and memories to cherish for life. Borders beefed with military power, Ms. Harita of third year BA(J) has presented a research paper on ‘A INFERNO Study of Self Concept in Relation to Gender’ at the National Level Be it a roaring summer noon or freezing winter morns, Facing their daily bullet shower. An inferno blazes in my heart, Seminar on Psychology in Jain University on 1st March 2019. Those spirits won’t rest from their accustomed habits. When water shortage tensions rise, It preys on everything combustible Habits? Habits to share their knowledge and upgrade our souls, Court orders bring violent surprise. It flares and burns and scars and churns Guide us whenever we are distracted from our goals. Maoists shoot down army men, All the parts of me that are palpable Ms. Aishwarya Aralappanavar of third year BA(J) has volunteered Those blurred sleepy classrooms has a charming flavor of its No one realizes how and when. My soul is ablaze, my heart on fire as an emcee for the Bengaluru Short Film festival and has gotten an own, opportunity to interact and interview renowned personalities like Will this have a definite end? This untamed flame rages on like a wildfire Those sweet breeze is rare to find. Anant Nag, Aishani Shetty, Achyutha Kumar and Prakash Belawadi. Stubborn scars are tough to mend. I am spitfire and gun powder, all rolled into one She is also a senior author at Bengaloorism website. Furthermore, she If life was a zigzag path, roughest to tread on Let’s erase this chronic fear, If you venture too close, my incinerator soul has presented a Research paper on – Accepting the ‘She’ in New Media Teachers would be the shining stars illuminating our roads. th March ahead as peace is near. Will devour you like the sun. at the National Conference at Reva University on 15 March 2019.

- DEBASHRITA MAZUMDAR - S. ARAVINDA - SUNEHA GOWDA Ms. Deepti Nickam (Batch of 2015-2018)has won the Gold Medal from Bangalore University for Academic Excellence in Sanskrit in the Bangalore University Examinations. Pondering the next big leap Gazing towards unseen skys

© D G Photography © D G Photography Mr. Pranay Naiduof third year BA(J) has been drafted to a Professional 3x3 basketball league called 3x3bl (www.3x3bl.com).He has been representing Bangalore Machas since 2018. He has played his first league game in Mizoram Aizwal.

Ms. Shivani of second year BA(J) has presented a Research Paper during the National Conference at Kristu Jayanthi College on Gender Identity and Changing News Paradigms on 20th February.

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