Mysore/Mysuru: With the blessings of Sri Sri 1008 Sri Satyatmatheertha Sripadangal, a seven-day programme titled ‘Madhwa-Purandara Namana’ has been organised at Srimad Uttaradi Mutt in Agrahara here from Feb. 15 to 21, under the aegis of Haridasa Sangeetha Sahityotsava Samiti, Mysuru. The programme, which features various discourses, music concerts and felicitations from 4.30 pm to…
Hemu – History’s forgotten hero
February 14, 2021By Prof.A.V. Narasimha Murthy Hemu or Himu, also known as Hemachandra was a commoner who, by his hardwork and bravery, became a distinguished hero. He was a contemporary of Mughal emperor Akbar. Unfortunately, he is practically not known as most of the text books even at the higher level have ignored him. But he had…
Plea to Pratap Simha about Kodagu roads
February 14, 2021Sir, Our Mysuru-Kodagu MP Pratap Simha, who is known for his dynamism in improving the air and rail connectivity from Mysuru and getting additional funding to further improve the Outer Ring Road (ORR) and other infrastructure projects, seems silent on the roads of Kodagu. Other than the State Highway, all other roads connecting major towns…
ISL 2020-21: Goa salvages a point against Chennaiyin
February 14, 2021Another late Ishan Pandita goal earned a point for FC Goa against Chennaiyin FC after a 2-2 draw in Match 92 of the 2020-21 Hero Indian Super League (Hero ISL) at the GMC Stadium in Bambolim yesterday. Jakub Sylvestr opened the scoring for Chennaiyin in the 13th minute upon his return to the starting XI….
A giant crossover attempt at Bandipur
February 14, 2021A tusker with crossed tusks tried to climb the Railway track gate installed by the Forest Department at Hediyala Range of Bandipur Tiger Reserve this morning. The tusker was attempting to enter the villages adjoining the forest fringes to raid the standing crops. Soon, forest guards on beat and officials took a jeep and tried…
Play Ondu Chitrakathe at Mini Theatre
February 14, 2021Artistes of Mysore Mime Team staging the play ‘Ondu Chitrakathe’ at Mini Theatre in Kalamandira last evening. Written by Parvatavani, the play is directed by Vinay Ninasam and has music by Pallavi Anand (CAVA). The play will also be re-staged today (Feb. 14), Feb. 21 and Feb. 28 at 7 pm. For tickets, call Mob:…
Kechamada T. Subbamma
February 14, 2021Litterateur Kechamada Subbamma Thimmaiah (Pullangada), wife of late Kechamada Thimmaiah, a senior Kodava litterateur and a recipient of ‘Chutuku Ratna’ State Award, passed away yesterday. She was 91. A native of Kanur village and a retired teacher, she was the Chairperson of the 12th District Kannada Sahitya Sammelana held at Ponnampet. She has written many…
Manjunath
February 14, 2021M. Manjunath (48), a journalist and a resident of Triveni Nagar, passed away yesterday in the town. He leaves behind his wife Parvathi, daughter Harini, son Harsha and a host of relatives and friends. Last rites were performed at Gopalapura Burial Grounds yesterday, according to sources.
Events tomorrow – FEB. 15: Mysuru Banjara Employees Association and Gor Sikwadi Kathamlo, Mysuru
February 14, 2021Sri Santa Sevalal’s 282nd Jayantyotsava 2020-2021, Exercise Deputy Commissioner Dr. Mahadevi Bai inaugurates, Chief Conservator of Forests (CF) T. Heeralal and industrialist Balaji Naik chief guests, Gor Sikwadi Karnataka State Convenor Bhojaraj Naika main speaker, Sri Kalabairaveshwara Convention Hall, Aravindanagar, 3 pm.
Events today – FEB. 14: National Minority Development and Finance Department
February 14, 2021Hunar Haat – Craft, Cuisine and Culture Ka Sangam, Qawwali by Hamsar Hayat & troupe, Maharaja’s College Grounds, 7 pm to 10 pm.
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