Date: February 18th, 2024

Two from Mysuru among three killed on Expressway
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Two from Mysuru among three killed on Expressway

February 18, 2024

Seven others injured, one critical; Vehicle was transporting wedding party from Haveri Mysore/Mysuru: Three persons from Mysuru, including a woman, were killed and seven others sustained grievous injuries in an accident on the Mysuru-Bengaluru Expressway in the early hours of Saturday. Police reports indicate that the accident resulted from overspeeding. The collision occurred near Byrapatna,…

CM has repackaged BJP Govt. projects in Budget: Pratap Simha
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CM has repackaged BJP Govt. projects in Budget: Pratap Simha

February 18, 2024

Peripheral Ring Road, Airport runway expansion, Road Under Bridge near Crawford Hall, KRS Road Mysore/Mysuru: Mysuru-Kodagu MP Pratap Simha has criticised Chief Minister Siddaramaiah for repurposing and rebranding several projects initiated by the Central and former Karnataka BJP Government, presenting them as his own in the recent State Budget for 2024-2025. “Many of the projects…

MCC Budget focuses on green initiatives
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MCC Budget focuses on green initiatives

February 18, 2024

Mysore/Mysuru: Mysuru Regional Commissioner G.C. Prakash, who is also the MCC (Mysuru City Corporation) Administrative Officer, presented a Rs.1,067.06 crore budget of the civic body  for the year 2024-25 here yesterday. The budget lays emphasis on green initiatives like disposal of legacy waste, recycling of plastic, installation of solar power panels and Rainwater Harvesting (RWH)…

Signs of trouble: Misaligned signboards on Hunsur Road
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Signs of trouble: Misaligned signboards on Hunsur Road

February 18, 2024

Mysore/Mysuru: Traffic signboards or signages are essential components of any road infrastructure, serving as vital navigational aids for both tourists and city residents. They convey crucial information to commuters, directing them towards their intended destinations. Recently, the Mysuru City Corporation (MCC) installed a huge directional signboard along Hunsur Road, positioned after the Aishwarya Petrol Bunk…

Mysore Fashion Week Season 7 concludes on a colourful note
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Mysore Fashion Week Season 7 concludes on a colourful note

February 18, 2024

Mysore/Mysuru: The Season 7 of Mysore Fashion Week (MFW) with Brand Mysuru as the concept, concluded on a colourful note at Mysore Union at Hebbal Industrial Area in city on Feb. 16, with showstopper Bollywood actress Nimrat Kaur walking the ramp with a specially designed saree with features of Brand Mysuru logo. The two-day fashion…

60 fish found dead at Kukkarahalli Lake
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60 fish found dead at Kukkarahalli Lake

February 18, 2024

Mysore/Mysuru: A large number of fish of different species were found dead at Kukkarahalli Lake on Friday. The incident was brought to attention by morning walkers who noticed the fish carcasses along the Lake’s edge. Responding to the report, S.K. Mujavar, Assistant Director of Horticulture at the University  of Mysore (UoM), along with staff, visited…

Heritage Committee steps in to renovate MCC building
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Heritage Committee steps in to renovate MCC building

February 18, 2024

Mysore/Mysuru: In a bid to safeguard the rich heritage of Mysuru, the District Heritage Committee has decided to conserve the historic Mysuru City Corporation (MCC) building on New Sayyaji Rao Road so that the future generations can continue to appreciate the city’s rich historical tapestry. Chaired by Deputy Commissioner Dr. K.V. Rajendra, who is the…

State power production to touch 60,000 MW: CM Siddaramaiah
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State power production to touch 60,000 MW: CM Siddaramaiah

February 18, 2024

Bengaluru: Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has announced in the State budget for 2024-25 that  the electricity production in the State will be increased from present 32,000 megawatts to 60,000 megawatts in the next 7 years, by attracting more investments  to the energy sector. “About 63% of power produced in the State is from renewable sources of…

Hundreds take part in Mass Surya Namaskar in city
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Hundreds take part in Mass Surya Namaskar in city

February 18, 2024

Mysore/Mysuru: Hundreds of yoga enthusiasts from across the city took part in the 108 Mass Surya Namaskara event organised by Mysuru Yoga Okkuta as part of its 23rd anniversary and Ratha Sapthami, in front of Kote Anjaneya Swamy Temple at the Palace North gate here on Friday early morning. Those who participated included Yoga students…

Job aspirants fume over far-away exam centres
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Job aspirants fume over far-away exam centres

February 18, 2024

Mysore/Mysuru: The authorities’ lack of consideration in assigning exam centres for job aspirants in the State has provoked considerable anger, compounded by the absence of efforts to address  their concerns.  These exams are conducted by the Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA), Karnataka Public Service Commission (KPSC), State Police and other Government Departments.  Examination centres are being…

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