By H.K. Shivananda, IAS (Retd.) [Continued from yesterday] Dr. K. Venkatagiri Gowda, having earned his Doctorate from the London School of Economics, returned to Mysore in 1957 and taught us for a year before transitioning to Bangalore University as Professor and Head of the Economics Department in 1964. Notably, N.S. Subba Rao and V.L. D’Souza…
By Dr. Devdutt Pattanaik – Author, Speaker, Illustrator, Mythologist For nearly 2,000 years, Arab traders used the monsoon winds to travel across the sea to India. Along the Western coasts, in Kerala, Karnataka and Goa, they met people who allowed them to marry their daughters, but did not let them take these wives back home….
By H.K. Shivananda, IAS (Retd.) After studying in Bangalore until my Intermediate, I moved to Maharaja’s College in Mysore from 1954 to 1958 for my B.A. (Hons.) and M.A. in Economics. During my first year, I resided at the JSS free hostel on Vani Vilas Road, open to all communities. Hostel life significantly improved my…
By M.T. Yogesh Kumar The Mathigodu Elephant Camp, situated a short distance away from the Anechowkur Gate at the entry of Kodagu district from Mysuru, has transformed into a tourist attraction and is set to welcome visitors soon. Among its notable residents are the Dasara Howdah Elephant and the fearless tusker, Abhimanyu. Passersby along the…
Young and resilient Bharat lifts trophy in an emphatic manner at Dharamshala Bharatiyas annihilate the English with ‘Gay Abandon’ at Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association (HPCA) Stadium, Dharamshala, to lift the Trophy 4-1. Heartiest congratulations to the young and resilient Bharat on lifting the trophy in an emphatic manner at Dharamshala. While the Englishmen were all…
By Dr. S. Shankara Bhat Several news items in Star of Mysore in the last two decades have brought to light tree fall incidents across the city and it is a concerning issue. These tree crashes result in severe damage to property, including parked vehicles, electrical poles, TV cables, and, tragically, the occasional loss of…
By Ganesh Anil Living a meaningful life takes various forms and one powerful way to extend that significance beyond our time on earth is through organ donation. While we often explore avenues to enrich our lives, donating organs after death offers a unique opportunity to not only give our own life a purpose but also…
[Continued from yesterday] By S.B. Devaraj Star of Mysore (SOM): What was the reason behind supporting Siddaramaiah, though you were with Janata Dal-Secular (JD-S)? Sreenivasa Prasad: Following the resignation of Siddaramaiah as Chamundeshwari MLA, by-election was necessitated to Chamundeshwari segment. Siddaramaiah was the Congress candidate and Shivabasappa was pitted from JD(S). As the winning chances…
Former Union Minister and incumbent Chamarajanagar Member of Parliament (MP) V. Sreenivasa Prasad is a veteran politician, whose popularity is not just restricted to the State, but has transcended boundaries to national level. He developed leadership acumen through Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) where he learnt organisational nuances. He entered politics on the back of numerous…
By B.N. Ramya Chamundi Hill, the revered abode of the presiding deity of Mysuru, Goddess Sri Chamundeshwari, stands as a prominent attraction drawing visitors from far and wide. This iconic landmark holds deep historical significance and religious reverence, captivating both the devout and nature enthusiasts alike with its enchanting environs. Beyond its tourist allure and…
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