PM Modi’s message on Sri Birsa Munda aired; Tribal heroism in freedom struggle recalled Mysore/Mysuru: Tribal movements in various regions of the country against British colonial rule became intertwined with the national freedom struggle, serving as an inspiration to Indians nationwide. However, these tribal heroes remain relatively unknown to the public. To address this and…
By switching over to LED, MCC saves Rs.14.8 crore
November 15, 202375,485 LED bulbs fitted to street lights reducing overall power consumption by 67 percent Mysore/Mysuru: Mysuru City Corporation (MCC) has reduced about 50 percent of power consumption for street lights thus saving the total expenditure by Rs. 14.8 crore per annum, thanks to the installation of 75,485 Light Emitting Diode (LED) bulbs to the street…
Rs. 2.5 crore worth Mysore Silk sarees sold in a day
November 15, 2023Mysore/Mysuru: Despite intense competition, Mysore Silk sarees continue to be the pick of many women folk, especially during festive seasons and other auspicious occasions. Karnataka Silk Industries Corporation (KSIC) Limited that has 14 showrooms including 13 in the State and one in Hyderabad in Telangana State, sold the eponymous Mysore Silk sarees worth total Rs….
Demand survey for MUDA’s Group Housing Scheme: New survey on cards with Rs. 1 lakh deposit
November 15, 2023Minister Byrathi Suresh wants to identify only genuine buyers Mysore/Mysuru: After facing challenges in launching the ambitious Group Housing Scheme, despite conducting a physical demand survey and introducing an app for the same purpose, the Mysuru Urban Development Authority (MUDA) is contemplating another demand survey. In this new survey, applicants will be required to deposit…
Three held for attempted sabotage on Nanjangud-Kadakola Railway route
November 15, 2023Mysore/Mysuru: The Loco Pilot of Train No. 06275, running between Chamarajanagar and Mysuru has averted a potential disaster on the railway route between Nanjangud and Kadakola Railway Stations on Nov. 12 evening. The quick response of the Loco Pilot ensured the safety of passengers and prevented a malicious attempt to wreck the train. The Railway…
Sri Neelakantaswamy Temple entrance arch inaugurated
November 15, 2023Mysore/Mysuru: Krishnaraja MLA T.S. Srivatsa inaugurated the new entrance arch of Sri Neelakantaswamy Temple at Agrahara in Khille Mohalla here recently. Speaking on the occasion, Srivatsa said that the blessings of Sri Neelakantaswamy is memorable. Pointing out that Sri Neelakanta Shivayogi was an abode of sacrifice, the MLA said that this sacrifice saved Mummadi Krishnaraja…
Mysuru is home for many renowned writers: MLA
November 15, 2023Karnataka Ursu Mahamandali Charitable Trust holds Kannada Rajyotsava and Ursu Yuvajanotsava Mysore/Mysuru: Maintaining that Mysuru is known for its Palaces and rich heritage, Krishnaraja (KR) MLA T.S. Srivatsa said that Mysuru also has the distinction of being the home for renowned writers such as Rashtrakavi Kuvempu, Saraswathi Samman awardee Dr. S.L. Bhyrappa, Chaduranga (Subramanyaraje Urs)…
Fear of Police action for escaping from Police Station: Youth sets himself ablaze, dies at K.R. Hospital
November 15, 2023Deceased’s father urges Additional SP to initiate legal action against Biligere Sub-Inspector and staff Mysore/Mysuru: A 22-year-old youth, fearing Police action, poured petrol and set himself on fire at Nagarle village in Nanjangud taluk on Nov. 12 night. Though he was rescued and admitted to K.R. Hospital, the youth succumbed to burn injuries at the…
KEA issues strict dress code for re-exams on Nov. 18 and 19
November 15, 2023Bengaluru: The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) has banned any type of headgear, cap or any kind of cloth covering the head for the re-examinations to be conducted on Nov. 18 and 19, for recruitment to various posts. “There is no provision to wear any kind of cloth or any other material covering head, ears, mouth,…
Ideas crop up if there are intellectual conflicts
November 15, 2023Books ‘Vyuma Muruti Allama’ and ‘Jagada Nanta’ released Mysore/Mysuru: Maintaining that ideas will crop up if there are intellectual conflicts between the mentor and the pupil, writer and former Karnataka Sahitya Academy Chairman Dr. B.V. Vasanthkumar said that, however, it is regretful to note that University Professors are making pupils as their followers, leaving little…
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