Mysuru: Expressing concern over the perceived threat to the very existence of the Executive, Judiciary and Legislature, senior journalist Krishna Prasad said that the nation is facing several crisis now. He was speaking after inaugurating Prof. K. Ramdas Memorial programme organised by Desiranga Samskrutika Samsthe at Maneyangala in Kalamandira here yesterday. Observing that the nation…
MCC delays acceptance of MUDA Layouts
June 19, 2017Mysuru: Almost a year after Mysuru Urban Development Authority (MUDA) handed over 62 Layouts, the Mysuru City Corporation (MCC) is yet to bring them under its jurisdiction and start accepting the Property Tax due for 2016-17. Though the State Government issued a circular earlier this year entrusting the Corporation with the responsibility of collecting Property…
‘Social media losing its credibility’
June 19, 2017Book on ‘Professional journalism’ distributed Mysuru: Observing that social media is losing its credibility, columnist A. Narayan said that the media is facing challenges from digital technology. He was speaking at a seminar on ‘Media and Contemporary Challenges’ organised jointly by Samajavadi Adhyayana Kendra, Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Research and Extension Centre and Samaana Asakta Geleyara…
R.K. Ashrama’s ‘Swachha Mysuru Swastha Jeevana’ Awareness campaign enters 20th week
June 19, 2017A total of 290 people, including 200 volunteers, 30 Pourakarmikas and 60 local residents, participated in the 20th week ‘Swachha Mysuru Swastha Jeevana’ programme of Sri Ramakrishna Ashrama held yesterday in Ward 36. RK Ashrama Mysuru President Swami Atmajnanandaji, MLA Vasu, former MLC D. Madegowda and local Corporator Prashanth Gowda inaugurated the programme. Brochure on…
‘Namma Hudugi’ Ananya wins Filmfare
June 19, 2017Bengaluru: Mysuru girl Ananya Bhat won the Filmfare Award for the Best Playback Singer (female) for her song Namma Kaayo Devane from the Kannada movie Rama Rama Re. The award was presented at the 64th South Filmfare Award function held at Hyderabad on Saturday last (June 17). Speaking to Star of Mysore, Ananya said that…
Not getting water? Contact these officials
June 19, 2017Mysuru: The Mysuru City Corporation (MCC) has issued a press release with contact numbers of officials in-charge of water supply to the city. According to the press release from VVWW Assistant Executive Engineer (West Sub Division) Harshitha, the water levels at Kabini and Cauvery reservoirs had come down considerably affecting the water supply. It also…
Plea to clear storm water drain on Aniketana Road
June 19, 2017A storm water drain on Aniketana Road, near Bhanavi Hospital in Kuvempunagar, is filled with weeds, which is hindering the smooth flow of water during rains. Authorities concerned are urged to get the drain cleaned.
Half of candidates fail to appear for Civil Services (Prelims) Exam
June 19, 2017Mysuru: Nearly half of Civil Services aspirants, who had opted the city centres for the Civil Services (Prelims) Exam-2017 conducted by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC), failed to appear for the exam yesterday. A total of 5,032 aspirants had registered at 15 centres in the city, out of which only 2,572 appeared while 2,460…
An open drain causing problems on K.T. Street
June 19, 2017This drain near Mandi Police Station on K.T. Street, which is open since 15 days, is causing a lot of problems to the residents as well as the public as foul smell is emanating from it besides increase in mosquitoes and flies in the surroundings. Authorities concerned are urged to get the drain cleared of…
A day of ‘agony and ecstasy’ for Indian fans
June 19, 2017It was day of delight and sorrow for Indian sporting fans yesterday. While, the Indian men’s cricket team, which was expected to do well, lost by 180 runs in the finals of Champions Trophy 2017 at the Kennington Oval in London against arch rivals Pakistan, the men’s hockey team were able compensate the same with…
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