Sir, A wall-to-wall public turnout at the huge Senate Bhavan. That too for an English literary event?! Kudos to Prof. K.C. Belliappa and team for “literally” pulling off a “coup” by turning Mysuru Lit Fest into a “Baahubali-like block-buster” last Sunday. And, in terms of audience-traction, the event presented quite a challenge to the clashing…
More on ‘Exit for the Elderly’
June 23, 2017Sir, Your editorial ‘Exit for the Elderly’ (SOM dated June 20) was excellent, highly contemporary, sensitive, poignant and thought-provoking, as it were, to the present day unfortunate elders who are feeling the pains and pangs of utter negligence (though not all) and wishing for early departure from this ungrateful world. As a social activist, I…
Shanthi K. Appanna bags Kendra Sahitya Akademi Award
June 23, 2017Bengaluru: Writer Kayappanda Shanthi K. Appanna from Kodagu has been chosen for the Yuva Puraskar of the Kendra Sahitya Akademi for 2017. Shanthi Appanna has been chosen for the award for ‘Manasu Abhisarike’. The collection of stories has earlier won Chanda Book Award and Kodagina Gowramma Award. ‘Baahugalu’, one of the short stories from the…
Ward No. 32 by-poll: All 10 nominations found in order
June 23, 2017Mysuru: The ten nomination papers of seven candidates for the MCC Ward 32 by-poll has been found in order. With the deadline for filing nomination papers ending on June 21, the scrutiny of nomination papers was taken up at the election cell of the MCC on Thursday. Two sets of nomination papers filed by JD(S)…
MLA Vasu launches development works
June 23, 2017Chamaraja MLA Vasu performing guddali puja for the compound grill and other development works at Government Primary and High School at Paduvarahalli (Vinayakanagar) coming under MCC ward 23 this morning. The works have been taken up at a cost of Rs. 10 lakh out of the Legislators’ Local Area Development Fund (2014-15). Corporator B. Bhagyavathi,…
Vocal concerts at Nadabrahma
June 23, 2017Sri Nadabrahma Sangeeta Sabha has organised two endowment concerts in memory of M.V. Venkatadasappa and T.V.Srinivasan memorial concerts on June 24 and 25. Apart from this, Muthaiah Bhagavatar Day will be celebrated on June 30 at the Sabha premises on JLB Road. June 24 (Saturday) at 6 pm: As pasrt of M.V.Venkatadasappa Memorial Concert, sponsored…
Overflowing sewage water causing problems at Fountain Circle
June 23, 2017Sewage water from blocked drains is overflowing on the road at Fountain Circle causing a lot of problems to the public especially motorists and pedestrians. Authorities concerned are urged to take action at the earliest for the benefit of all.
Plea to clear blocked drains in Tilaknagar
June 23, 2017A drain on 10th Cross, 3rd Main in Tilaknagar coming under MCC Ward No. 43, is blocked since many days resulting in increase in mosquitoes in the area and residents falling sick due to viral fever. Residents said that despite complaints given to the area Corporator, no action has been taken till date. Authorities concerned…
Investiture ceremony at city schools: KNC Innovative Global School
June 23, 2017Investiture Ceremony was held at the School premises in Hebbal recently. Seen are (from left) Yellow House: Lavanya – Vice Captain & Shreyas – Captain, Violet House: Chinmay – Vice Captain & T. Tejas – Captain, Ingrid Pereira – Principal, K.L.Nagaraju – Academic Director, Dhruthi – Head Girl, Jeevan – Head Boy, Dr. K. N….
A garbage dump yard near LIC Circle
June 23, 2017The garbage which is dumped near LIC Circle towards Tipu Circle is emanating foul smell causing inconvenience to those who pass by the road. Authorities concerned are urged to get the spot cleared as early as possible.
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