Venkataramanan Ramasethu

✨🎉 Hello 2025! 🌟🥳 Stepping into this sparkling new year with endless hope 🌈, big dreams 💭, and a heart full of gratitude 🙏 for all the lessons 📚, memories 📸, and blessings ✨ from 2024! 🚀 Here’s to smashing goals 💪, making unforgettable memories 🕺💃, and living our best lives 🎊💥! Let’s make it iconic! 🔥🌟 Venkataramanan Ramasethu 1st January 2025

Sree Guruvayurappan Temple, Kolkata 🙏🕉️ Sree Guruvayurappan Temple holds a special place in my heart, as it was here in the divine presence of Lord Sree Guruvayurappan that my son’s Annaprashan ceremony was performed in 2006 🍚✨. The temple, located at 3/1/1A, Nakuleswar Bhattacharjee Lane, Kolkata - 700026, near the iconic Kalighat Kali Temple, is a serene spiritual haven 🌸. Established through the efforts of Thirunamacharyyan Br. Sree Anjam Madhavan Namboodiri 🙌, the temple’s foundation stone was laid by H.H. Kanchi Kamakoti Sri Jayendra Saraswathi Swamigal on January 17, 1987 🪔, and the Pratishta ceremony was conducted on January 31, 1995 🌿. Marking a major milestone, the temple will host the Inauguration of its Renovated Wing and Punar Pratishta of Goddess Durga, coinciding with its 30th Pratishta Anniversary and the Maha Sahasra Kalasam, from 22nd to 29th January 2025. Highlights include: Inauguration: 22nd January 2025, 5 PM to 8 PM Punar Pratishta: ...

Explore Excellence in Optometry Education at SNESO Kolkata! Are you ready to embark on a fulfilling journey in the field of Optometry? Look no further than the Sankara Nethralaya Elite School of Optometry (SNESO Kolkata), where excellence meets opportunity! 🌟 Why Choose SNESO Kolkata? ✔️ Comprehensive BOptom Program: Pursue your Bachelor of Optometry degree with our cutting-edge curriculum, meticulously designed to align with global standards. ✔️ Affiliation with MAKAUT University: Benefit from the prestige and recognition of one of the leading universities in India. ✔️ Hands-On Clinical Training: Experience unparalleled clinical exposure at Sankara Nethralaya, a name synonymous with excellence in eye care. ✔️ State-of-the-Art Infrastructure:  Learn in a world-class environment equipped with advanced facilities and technology. ✔️ Expert Faculty:  Be guided by highly experienced educators and practitioners who are leaders in the field of optometry. 📍 Location: DJ/16, Action A...

India mourns the loss of Dr. Manmohan Singh (1932-2024), an economist, visionary reformer, and the 13th Prime Minister of India. His leadership shaped modern India's economic landscape and exemplified humility and integrity. Rest in peace, a true statesman. Venkataramanan Ramasethu 26th December 2024 #ManmohanSingh #RIP #IndiaMourns #VisionaryLeader #EconomicReforms #LegacyLivesOn

India bids a heartfelt farewell to the legendary M.T. Vasudevan Nair (1933-2024) today, 25th December. A literary genius, master storyteller, and acclaimed filmmaker, he leaves behind an unparalleled legacy. Author of timeless classics like Naalukettu, Randamoozham, Manju, Kaalam, Asuravithu, and Varanasi, MT Sir also enthralled cinema lovers with masterpieces such as Nirmalyam, Oru Vadakkan Veeragatha, Kadavu, and Sadayam. Deeply rooted in Kerala’s vibrant culture and traditions, his works remain enduring benchmarks in Indian literature and cinema. Recipient of the Jnanpith Award, Padma Bhushan, Kerala Jyothi, and four National Film Awards for Best Screenplay, his brilliance will continue to inspire countless generations. Rest in peace, MT Sir. Your stories will echo through eternity. 🙏🕊️ Venkataramanan Ramasethu 25th December 2024 #MTVasudevanNair #LegendLivesOn #MalayalamLiterature #Randamoozham #Naalukettu #IndianCinema #OruVadakkanVeeragatha #JnanpithAward #RestInPea...

The History of Christmas Celebrations in India Christmas, celebrated annually on December 25th, commemorates the birth of Jesus Christ and highlights the unique blend of cultural and religious traditions in India. Christianity in India dates back to St. Thomas the Apostle, who is believed to have landed in Kerala around 52 AD. He established Christian communities known as St. Thomas Christians or Syrian Christians, creating one of the oldest Christian traditions in the world. These communities laid the foundation for Christianity's growth and introduced charitable practices that continue to shape its legacy in India. The arrival of the Portuguese in Goa during the 16th century brought Western customs that enriched Indian Christian traditions. Customs such as midnight masses, nativity plays, and Christmas decorations became integral to the celebrations. Missionary efforts led to the establishment of enduring institutions of education and healthcare, including...

May the divine light of Christmas fill our hearts with love, peace, and hope. 🎄❤️ Let us cherish the true essence of this blessed season. 🙏🎁 Venkataramanan Ramasethu December 25, 2024

"For God so loved the world, that He gave His only Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have eternal life." (John 3:16) ✨ On this sacred day of Christmas, let us immerse ourselves in the divine love of Lord, Jesus Christ, who descended to fill the world with peace, grace, and boundless hope. 🌟 May His birth ignite our hearts with faith, guiding us to walk the path of compassion, humility, and unity. 🙏💖 🎄 Let the warmth of Christ’s love illuminate every corner of your life and home. May His blessings inspire us to be bearers of joy, kindness, and harmony, as we celebrate His holy name. 🌍✨ Venkataramanan Ramasethu December 25, 2024 #MerryChristmas 🎄✨ #FaithAndGrace 🙌 #PrinceOfPeace 🌟 #ChristIsBorn 🕊️ #JoyToTheWorld 💕 #GloryToGod 🌌

Today, on the memorial day of Tho. Paramasivan, we fondly remember this eminent scholar and people's leader who dedicated his life to the Tamil cultural heritage and its documentation. Born in 1950 in the small town of Palayamkottai, Tirunelveli district, Tho. Pa overcame early struggles in life to emerge as a celebrated writer, professor, and social reformer, bringing global attention to Tamil heritage and culture. His seminal works, such as Azhagarkoil and Ariyappadatha Tamilagam, cast a profound light on the history, artistic treasures, and cultural traditions of the Tamil people. Tho. Pa's insightful documentation of the Mukulathor community’s traditions and the essence of Tamil daily life is both authentic and remarkable. Aligning with the ideologies of Periyar, Tho. Pa advocated for temples to be transformed into spaces for the people, transcending religious barriers. His writings and ideas paved new paths in the research and study of Tamil science and heritag...

Shyam Benegal: The OG of Indian Parallel Cinema (1934-2024) Shyam Benegal, the ultimate game-changer 🎬 of Indian parallel cinema, passed away on December 23, 2024, at the age of 90 in Mumbai. Known for keeping it real with his films, Benegal was the master of blending hard-hitting social commentary with artistic storytelling ✨. He leaves behind his wife, Nira ❤️, and daughter, Pia. Born on December 14, 1934, in Hyderabad, Benegal’s journey from a copywriter to an iconic filmmaker was legendary 💪. He kickstarted the Indian New Wave 🌊 with Ankur (1973), followed by hits like Nishant (1975), Manthan (1976), and Bhumika (1977). His work gave us gritty realism and showcased voices that needed to be heard 🎥. Apart from films, he slayed TV 📺 with shows like Bharat Ek Khoj and Samvidhaan. He bagged 18 National Film Awards 🏆, Padma Shri, Padma Bhushan, and the Dadasaheb Phalke Award – basically, he was showered with every major accolade there is 🌟. Even while battling chronic...

Immerse yourself in the divine grace and spiritual wisdom of Sri Maha Periyava at the 31st Sri Maha Periyava Aaradhana. Let the enlightening discourse by Brahmasri Sengalipuram Damodara Deekshitar inspire us to walk the path of dharma and self-realization, as we honor the timeless legacy of Sri Maha Periyava. 🙏🌺 📜 'Satyam Vada, Dharmam Chara' – Speak the truth, follow righteousness (Taittiriya Upanishad) 🕉️ 'Ātmānam Vidhi' – Know thyself (Chandogya Upanishad) Date: 26th December 2024 Time: 4:00 PM Venue: Sri V. D. Swami Auditorium, Sankara Nethralaya, Chennai Join us to experience the essence of eternal wisdom and spirituality. Let us come together to celebrate this divine occasion. 🌿🪔🙏 #SriMahaPeriyava 🙏 #VedicWisdom 📜 #UpanishadicTruth 🕉️ #DivineGrace 🌺 #Aaradhana2024 🌟 #SankaraNethralaya 🪔 #SpiritualHeritage 🌿 #ChennaiEvents  #EternalLegacy 🙏 Venkataramanan Ramasethu 21st December 2024

🌟 A Memorable Day at SNESO Kolkata 🌟 With immense respect and gratitude, we had the privilege of hosting Dr. R. Krishna Kumar (KK) at the Sankara Nethralaya Elite School of Optometry (SNESO) Kolkata Campus today, 20th December 2024. Dr. KK, an esteemed alumnus of Elite School of Optometry (ESO) Chennai BO4, former Senior Optometrist and Head Optometry Department at SN Main Chennai, and former Principal of ESO Chennai, shared his invaluable insights with our BOptom undergraduate students. Currently serving as an Advisor, Optometry Department, SN Main Chennai, and a renowned Geriatric Optometrist, his interaction was a treasure trove of knowledge and inspiration. A heartfelt thanks to Assistant Professor Mousumi Patro for beautifully capturing these moments, Ekta Saha, Administrator SNESO Kolkata, for her meticulous arrangements, and Dr. Anuradha Narayanan, Principal ESO Chennai and Kolkata, for making this enriching experience possible. 🙏 We are truly blessed to be part o...

Thank you, Ashwin 🫡🔥 The 🐐 of spin! Your brilliance, mastery, and clutch moments will forever be unmatched. From turning games to turning heads, you've been a vibe for #TeamIndia. ❤️💫 Here’s to an epic career and a well-deserved retirement, @ashwinravi99. Congrats, legend! 🎉👏 Venkataramanan Ramasethu 18th Dec 2024

🌺 Margazhi Mahotsavam & Saptaham 2024 🌺 Join us from 16th Dec 2024 to 22nd Dec 2024 at Sri Krishnaswamy Kalyana Mandapam, T. Nagar, Chennai, for an enlightening week of Vishnu Sahasranama chanting, spiritual discussions, and prayers. Satsangs from India and across the globe will unite for peace and devotion. Special Highlights: 🔹 21st Dec 2024: Conference on Power of Vishnu Sahasranamam 🔹 22nd Dec 2024: Sri Vishnu Sahasranama Homam & Srinivasa Kalyana Utsavam All Are Welcome. Prasadam will be provided. 🕉️ “Chanting Vishnu Sahasranamam is the Panacea for Peace in Kaliyuga” 📍 Let us spread Devotion, Discipline, and Determination. #MargazhiMahotsavam #VishnuSahasranamam #Saptaham2024 #SpiritualBliss #PeaceAndDevotion #Tiruppavai #ChennaiEvents Venkataramanan Ramasethu 24-08-2024

When Metal Met Cricket! ⚾️🏏 On December 15, 1979, Dennis Lillee walked onto the field with an aluminium bat, causing quite a stir during the first Test between Australia and England in Perth. The "clunk" of metal against ball drew objections from England captain Mike Brearley, and even Australian skipper Greg Chappell stepped in, urging Lillee to switch back to wood. The heated moment ended with Lillee reluctantly abandoning the bat – but it left its mark on cricket history. Soon after, the ICC ruled that cricket bats must be made of wood. A quirky chapter in the gentleman's game! Venkataramanan Ramasethu  18th December 2024

🚀 The 4th ESO-VISTA is here! 🌟 Enhancing Scope of Optometry - Vision by Integrating Science and Technology Advancements 🗓 Date: 24th December 2024 🕑 Time: 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM 📍 Venue: Sri V D Swami Auditorium, Sankara Nethralaya (Padma Bhushan Dr. S. S. Badrinath Campus), Chennai 🎤 Keynote Speaker: Dr. Shrikant R. Bharadwaj 💡 Topic: Harnessing expertise from optical engineering and artificial intelligence for the diagnosis and management of Keratoconus. A not-to-miss event for the optometry community, advancing knowledge and innovation in patient care! #Optometry #ESO #SankaraNethralaya #VisionScience #Keratoconus #AIinHealthcare #OpticalEngineering #LVPeyecare #InnovationInVision Venkataramanan Ramasethu 16th September 2024

A Celebration of Tamil Culture in Kolkata! 🌟📖 The Bharathi Vizha organized by Bharathi Tamil Sangam Kolkata received coverage in a leading Tamil daily newspaper. The event highlighted the literary and cultural brilliance of Tamil heritage, featuring inspiring speeches and the presence of dedicated contributors. A proud moment for all involved, celebrating the timeless legacy of Tamil pride! 🏛️✨ Honored to witness and be part of such a vibrant gathering. Let us continue to preserve and promote our traditions. #BharathiTamilSangam #TamilCulture #KolkataEvents #TamilLegacy #BharathiVizha #TamilPride #NewspaperCoverage Venkataramanan Ramasethu 17th December 2024

“To improve your writing, read more. ✍️📖 To improve your thinking, write more. 🧠✏️ To improve your storytelling, present more. 🎭🎤 To improve your energy, rest more. 🌙💤 To improve your understanding, teach more. 👩‍🏫🌟 To improve your network, give more. 🤝💝 To improve your happiness, appreciate more.” 🌈🙏 These profound lines serve as a gentle reminder that life is a continuous cycle of growth, reflection, and connection. Each improvement begins with a deliberate action, but its impact ripples beyond the self. By reading, we invite wisdom; by writing, we sculpt clarity; by presenting, we share our unique narrative with the world. Resting replenishes our spirit, teaching deepens our grasp, giving forges bonds, and appreciation transforms the mundane into the extraordinary. A timeless message for a balanced and fulfilling life. Venkataramanan Ramasethu 16th December 2024

🌟 Celebrating an Icon: Shri G.V. Subramanian Sir 🌟 December 15th, 2024, was an unforgettable one at Sarat Smriti Sadan, Kolkata! 🎉✨ We came together to honor the incredible legacy of Shri G.V. Subramanian Sir, Director of Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan Kolkata and Eastern India. The moment he was awarded the "Sadhanai Tamizhar Virudhu" 2024, recognizing his outstanding contributions to Bharathi Tamil Sangam Kolkata, was pure magic. ✨💫 For over 20 years, I've had the privilege of knowing and working alongside this legend. 🙌💖 His leadership across institutions like Ved Bhavan Kolkata, Sastha Samooham Kolkata, Rasika Ranjana Sabha’s Sree Thyagaraja Hall Kolkata and the Calcutta South Indian Club has been nothing short of inspirational. 🏛️🌟 Sir isn’t just a leader; he’s a cultural icon, a unifier, and a shining star for the Tamil diaspora in Kolkata and Eastern India. 🌏🌺 The dedication he shows toward preserving Tamil traditions and fostering communi...

The Promising Horizons of Clinical Optometry and Vision Science Research for Graduates of Sankara Nethralaya Elite School of Optometry, Kolkata The fields of Clinical Optometry and Vision Science Research are rapidly expanding, offering unparalleled opportunities for graduates. The Sankara Nethralaya Elite School of Optometry (SNESO), Kolkata, nurtures professionals who are equipped to make a global impact, whether through clinical excellence or innovative research. Clinical Optometry: Building Excellence in Patient Care Clinical Optometry is a cornerstone of modern eye care, with optometrists recognized as vital healthcare providers. SNESO Kolkata offers unique advantages for graduates: 1. Advanced Clinical Training: Students gain hands-on exposure to cutting-edge diagnostic tools and therapeutic interventions, enabling them to excel in various clinical settings. 2. Specialized Fields of Practice: Training in sub-specialties like pediatric optometry...

Today, Bharathi Tamil Sangam Kolkata celebrated the 143rd birth anniversary of Mahakavi Subramania Bharathiyar with immense pride and grandeur, honoring Tamil’s timeless contributions to art, literature, and culture. ❤️✨ As a life member of this esteemed organization for over 25 years and a proud Kolkatan for more than two decades, this occasion holds a special place in my heart. Tamil’s rich poetry, philosophy, and cultural heritage continue to inspire me, and I am grateful for the opportunity to contribute to the Sangam’s mission of preserving our language and traditions. 🌺📖 The event was graced by the distinguished Chief Guest, Munaivar Idaya Geetam Shri A. Ramanujam, whose profound insights into Tamil literature added depth to the celebration. Such moments reaffirm my commitment to upholding and promoting Tamil culture in this vibrant city. 🏛️✨ Let us continue to cherish Bharathiyar’s legacy and celebrate Tamil heritage with pride and passion. 🙏🔥 #TamilHeritage #BharathiTamilS...

Bridging Vision and Education: The Legacy of Sankara Nethralaya and the Elite School of Optometry Since its inception in 1978, Sankara Nethralaya (SN) has been a trailblazer in delivering world-class eye care. Founded by the visionary Dr. S. S. Badrinath and blessed by the Kanchi Paramacharyas, SN has upheld its mission of eradicating avoidable blindness through clinical excellence, research, education, and community outreach. Recognized globally, it has become a "temple of the eye," serving millions across India. In 1985, the Elite School of Optometry (ESO) in Chennai revolutionized optometric education, setting new benchmarks for academic and clinical training. ESO's graduates and research contributions have shaped the future of vision care globally, embodying a legacy of excellence. The Eastern Frontier: Sankara Nethralaya Kolkata Expanding this vision to Eastern India, Sankara Nethralaya established its Kolkata center in 2002, delivering advanced ophthalmic care and p...