Month: February, 2017

Rowdy-Sheeter Ashok Pai escapes kill bid
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Rowdy-Sheeter Ashok Pai escapes kill bid

February 8, 2017

He was attacked to avenge the murder of Jadeja Ravi A gang of over 30 members attempted to murder rowdy-sheeter Ashok Pai at his mother-in-law’s residence in Madarahalli near Bharathinagar village in Mandya in the wee hours of yesterday. However, Ashok Pai, who was released from jail two months ago in connection with the murder…

Dasanapura APMC Chief Srinivas shoot-out case: Police raid writer Agni Shridhar’s house
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Dasanapura APMC Chief Srinivas shoot-out case: Police raid writer Agni Shridhar’s house

February 8, 2017

Illegal arms, Rs. 6.88 lakh cash, 70  liquor bottles, 418 grams gold seized Bengaluru, Feb.8- In an attempt to nab the shooters involved in Friday’s sensational Yelahanka shoot-out on Dasanapura APMC President Kadabagere Srinivas, the city Police yesterday raided the residence of gangster-turned activist and writer Agni Shridhar in ISRO Layout in Kumarswamy Layout in…

Man held for selling ganja
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Man held for selling ganja

February 8, 2017

1.170 kg ganja leaves seized  Mandi Police, on Jan. 24, who raided an autorickshaw parked on MKDK Road near Sunni Chowk in Mandi Mohalla, arrested one among three persons in the auto besides seizing 1 kg and 170 grams ganja leaves from him. The arrested person has been identified as Akram Pasha, 29, a resident…

Dr. G. Parameshwara mulls quitting Cabinet
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Dr. G. Parameshwara mulls quitting Cabinet

February 8, 2017

Wants to continue as KPCC President  KPCC President and Home Minister Dr. G. Parameshwara, who seems to be more inclined to cling on to KPCC Chief’s post, is mulling on quitting the Siddharamaiah Cabinet. Dr. Parameshwara is said to have made known his mind to AICC President Sonia Gandhi and Congress Party in-charge of Karnataka…

Sexual offenders to be booked under Goonda Act
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Sexual offenders to be booked under Goonda Act

February 8, 2017

Home Minister Dr. G. Parameshwara has said that the Government will book those accused of sexually assaulting women and children under the Goonda Act. Replying to JD(S) MLA K. Gopalaiah in the State Assembly on Tuesday, he said the sexual offenders will be  booked under the Goonda Act and stringent action will be taken against…

Five-day Niranthara Ranga Utsava begins
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Five-day Niranthara Ranga Utsava begins

February 8, 2017

Jayanth Kaikini likens life to snake and ladder “Two variants of life are snake and ladder. While snake represents caste, community, cheating, betrayal and animosity, ladder represents literature, art, wisdom and knowledge,” opined Jayanth Kaikini, noted poet and lyricist working in Kannada cinema. He was speaking after inaugurating the five-day Niranthara Ranga Utsava organised by…

Session on Integrative Medicine & Effects of Music on the Brain
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Session on Integrative Medicine & Effects of Music on the Brain

February 8, 2017

A day-long session on Integrative Medicine and Neuromusicology was conducted by SRIAN ENVISIONS at Ganabharathi recently. In the morning session, the usage of Hand Gestures in the form of Mudras known as Mudra Therapy was explained by 91-year-old Prof. D. V. S. Iyer.  While the benefits of Cow Products (Panchagavyaa) was demonstrated by Dr. K….

Appointed as Special Officer to Housing Minister
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Appointed as Special Officer to Housing Minister

February 8, 2017

 D. Ravikumar, KES, has been appointed as  Special Officer to Housing Minister and Mandya District in- charge Minister M. Krishnappa. Ravikumar had earlier served as Special Officer to Panchayat Raj Minister, Mysuru District Minister, Deputy Chief Minister, Home Minister, Transport Minister and Forest Minister too. He has also served as the Member- Secretary of Dasara…

Star cultural scene: The changing trends…
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Star cultural scene: The changing trends…

February 8, 2017

By Dr. Rama V. Bennur The rasikas of Mysuru were treated with a number of Bharatanatyam performances during the 20th year celebrations of ‘Nrityagiri’ Academy of Performing Arts and Research Centre, recently. The grand three days event that was held at the Open Air  Theatre of Ganabharathi gave an opportunity to many dance schools of…

Luxury cinema’s adultery bed seats
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Luxury cinema’s adultery bed seats

February 8, 2017

Indonesian cinema chain CGV has been forced to shut down their Velvet Class venue in the city of Palembang because the ultra-comfortable seats made local authorities uncomfortable. CGV Velvet Class cinemas seats featuring leather beds complete with pillows and blankets, for a ridiculously comfortable movie experience. Deputy Mayor Fitrianti Agustinda visited the CGV Velvet Class…

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