Mysore/Mysuru: Dr. M.P. Varsha, cultural advisor to Vice-President of Nepal Government, underscored the invaluable role of books in shaping individuals’ lives at different stages. He highlighted how books instil life values in childhood, guide youths away from negative paths, offer solutions in married life and teach older individuals to remain active. Speaking at the World…
EPFO Mysuru RO conducts District Outreach Programme
April 30, 2024Mysore/Mysuru: Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO), Regional Office, Mysuru, conducted its District Outreach Programme under Nidhi Aapke Nikat 2.0 at Meritor HVS India Limited, Hootagalli Industrial Area, Off Hunsur Road, Mysuru district, yesterday. Muthukumar, President COO, Meritor HVS India Limited and Arkadip Ghosh, HR India, Meritor HVS India Limited, were present as chief guests. B.N….
City Dance Guru Dr. Kumar honoured by Mumbai’s Fine Arts School
April 30, 2024Mysore/Mysuru: Dr. K. Kumar, a renowned dancer from Mysuru, has been awarded the national ‘Nritya Samvardhak Award’ by Atharva School of Fine Arts in Mumbai. The 9th annual ‘Atharvotsav 2024’ Dance Festival organised by the institution was held on Apr. 19 and 20, 2024, at The Mysore Association in Matunga, Mumbai. The 2-day Dance Festival…
Hail! March of Indian Democracy
April 30, 2024Revisiting the past in 2024 Among academicians in Mysuru, nay in India, if at all there was a Nehru fan and loyalist, it was Prof. C.D. Narasimhaiah (CDN), Professor in English, Manasagangothri, University of Mysore (1921-2005). He was best known for his literary criticism and bringing out an abridged version of Nehru’s magnum opus ‘Discovery…
Heavy encroachment of Vidyaranyapuram footpaths
April 30, 2024Sir, The entire stretch of footpath on either side of Vidyaranyapuram Main Road, from Bhoothal Pitch to St. Thomas School, is heavily encroached upon by vendors, shopkeepers, chaat sellers and construction materials, among other obstructions. It is concerning that our MLA, T.S. Srivatsa, seems unaware of this situation. The residential areas of Vidyaranyapuram are among…
Winners of ‘Cauvery Cup – 2024’ 30 Yard Cricket Tournament
April 30, 2024Sree Cauvery First Grade College, Kuvempunagar, had organised a two-day Inter-Collegiate 30 Yard Cricket Tournament ‘Cauvery Cup – 2024’ on Apr. 22 and 23. A total of 19 teams from various colleges took part. ATME College won the winner’s trophy with a cash prize of Rs. 6,000 while Yuvaraja’s College won runner-up trophy and cash…
M.G. Nethravathi
April 30, 2024M.G. Nethravathi (45), wife of former Corporator R. Rangaswamy, passed away following brief illness at a private hospital in city yesterday. She leaves behind her husband, daughters Nydile and Ganavi and a host of relatives and friends. Last rites were held at Jodi Tenginamara Burial Grounds in Bannimantap this afternoon.
Yallappa
April 30, 2024Yallappa (80), retired Excise Department Deputy Commissioner and a resident of Saraswathipuram, passed away following age-related ailments this morning in city. A social worker and a close associate of Ramakrishna Ashram in city, he leaves behind his wife Sumithra and a host of relatives and friends. His body will be donated to JSS Medical College…
A.B. Malathi Alankaliya
April 30, 2024A.B. Malathi Alankaliya (67), a poet, writer, retired employee of State Bank of Mysore (SBM) and a resident of Bhargavi Nagar, passed away in the early hours of today in city. A native of Somwarpet in Kodagu, she leaves behind her husband K.R. Bhandari, a retired Bank official, son Canara Bank Officer Oshan and a…
Events ON Thursday – MAY 2: Sri Prasanna Sundara Rama Mandira Seva Samiti Trust, Mysuru
April 30, 202488th Annual Sri Ramotsava, Mahamangalarati and Prasada Viniyoga, 12.30 pm; Cultural programme – dance feature by Nritya Vidushi Namrata S. Joise and troupe, Sri Rama Mandira, Jayanagar 2nd Main Road, 6.30 pm.
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