Mysuru: The birth anniversary of former Prime Minister late Rajiv Gandhi and former Chief Minister late d. Devaraj Urs were celebrated by the City and District Congress at the new Congress Bhavan near City Railway station here this morning. Speaking after paying tributes, District Minister Dr. H.C. Mahadevappa hailed the two leaders for their immense…
People For People hosts ‘Sahasra Seva Utsava’
August 20, 2017Mysuru: People For People (PFP) had recently organised an event at J.K. Grounds as part of its ‘Sahasra Seva Utsava.’ Presiding over the programme, former MLC G. Madhusudan opined that a few NGOs under the pretext of social service were engaged in cheating and corrupt practices. He pointed out that any service should be for…
Over 18,000 candidates appear for KPSC preliminary exam in city
August 20, 2017Mysuru: The written preliminary exam for recruitment to Group A and B posts, conducted by Karnataka Public Services Commission (KPSC), was held today at 78 centres across the city. A total of 30,896 candidates had registered for the exam at the city centres, out of which 18,165 appeared for the morning session paper held between…
Poor lighting mars beauty of new Double Road opposite JK Ground
August 20, 2017Mysuru: The newly constructed Double Road adjoining Dhanvanthri Road and Irwin Road in front of J.K. Grounds was inaugurated by District In-charge Minister Dr. H.C. Mahadevappa here on Friday last. The road has been constructed at a cost of Rs. 65 lakh and is installed with heritage ornate lamps. People who have been have been…
City Centre Traffic Muddle-2: “Transport Triangle” – The Crux of the Traffic Problem
August 20, 2017By R. Chandra Prakash [Continued from yesterday] Sub-urban Bus Station: Sub-urban Bus Station is located on the Benglauru – Niligiri Road, within 1.5 km from the railway station. This bus station was established in 1977 only to operate Mysuru – Bengaluru non-stop bus services and to overcome the congestion at the city centre bus station….
Making a mockery of helmet rule
August 20, 2017Sir, Some two-wheeler riders/ pillions in Mysuru do not wear helmets and instead they carry them (to avoid being penalised by police, if caught) either on their lap or hold them in one hand while use the other hand to ride in a risky way. On the other hand, we find the Police who are…
Issue ration cards to eligible persons: MLA Somashekar
August 20, 2017Mysuru: Krishnaraja MLA M.K. Somashekar has urged the authorities to issue ration cards to eligible persons. Speaking at a progress review meeting on the distribution of ration cards at the DC’s office here recently, Somashekar said the K.R. Assembly segment has received more 3,000 applications seeking new ration cards. Pointing out ‘Anna Bhagya’ scheme was…
‘Water Warrior’ Ayyappa Masagi to speak at Senate Bhavan tomorrow
August 20, 2017Mysuru: National Real Estate Development Council (NAREDCO), in association with School of Planning and Architecture and Indian Institute of Architects, will host a seminar on ‘Water crisis and management’ at Senate Bhavan in Manasagangothri here on Aug. 21 at 5.30 pm. NAREDCO convener N. Divyesh told reporters that the seminar will be addressed by Ayyappa…
Most of the medians are a nuisance
August 20, 2017Sir, I agree with the views of MRG Murthy (SOM dated Saturday, 12th August) that medians built on a majority of roads are more of a nuisance than a means to ensure the smooth flow of traffic. In case of an emergency situation, manoeuvrability becomes a casualty. I have seen in New York that barricades…
‘Physically challenged people are unaware of Govt. schemes’
August 20, 2017Mysuru: Rotary Mysore Midtown, in association with National Association for the Blind (NAB), Bengaluru, had organised a function at Industrial Training Institute for Blind and Deaf in city recently for presentation of certificates to trainees. Speaking on the occasion, K. Radha, Deputy Director, Department of Women and Child Welfare, said that the Government had implemented…
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