Bengaluru: Karnataka woke up to the sad news of the demise of former Chief Minister S.M. Krishna at his residence in Sadashivanagar early this morning at 2.30 am. The 92-year-old veteran politician had been ailing for some time. S. M. Krishna (Somanahalli Mallaiah Krishna) was instrumental in laying a strong foundation for the growth of…
Government announces three-day State mourning
December 10, 2024Bengaluru: Following the passing of former Karnataka Chief Minister and former Union Minister S.M. Krishna, the State Government has declared a three-day state mourning to honour the late leader. A notification from the Department of Personnel and Administrative Reforms (DPAR) confirmed that the mourning will last from today, Dec. 10, to Dec. 12. During this…
A dignified leader with timeless style, wit, grace
December 10, 2024Then 89-year-old, S.M. Krishna inaugurated Mysuru Dasara atop Chamundi Hill in 2021 Bengaluru: S.M. Krishna is undoubtedly one of the most dignified politicians Karnataka has ever seen, a sentiment echoed across party lines. Krishna inaugurated the Dasara-2021 festivities atop Chamundi Hill on Oct. 7 that year. He was the first politician in 22 years to…
S.M. Krishna: Architect of Bengaluru’s IT growth
December 10, 2024Bengaluru: Former Karnataka CM Somanahalli Mallaiah Krishna, widely known as S.M. Krishna, passed away today at the age of 92 at his residence in Bengaluru. A charismatic leader with a modern outlook, Krishna carved a niche in India’s political landscape with his administrative prowess and forward-thinking vision. He was often referred to as the “modern…
A wish for peace and dignity in his final days
December 10, 2024Bengaluru: When S.M. Krishna faced health challenges, he made a heartfelt request to his wife Prema and his family. In May, he asked them not to subject him to aggressive medical treatments simply to keep him alive in an unconscious state. Always cheerful and optimistic, Krishna expressed his wish to spend his final days peacefully…
‘Hi-Tech CM’ dreamt of making Karnataka a high-tech State
December 10, 2024Bengaluru: While Nadaprabhu Kempegowda is revered as the founder of Bengaluru, the title of the ‘Architect of Modern Bengaluru’ belongs to S.M. Krishna. Under his leadership, Bengaluru blossomed into a global metropolis, with three million people directly employed in the IT sector. Krishna’s vision extended beyond the city, earning him the moniker of the ‘Hi-Tech…
Fate of dilapidated heritage Devaraja Market and Lansdowne buildings
December 10, 2024Supreme Court case likely to impede Cabinet approval for DPR Archaeological Survey of India, Indian National Trust for Art and Cultural Heritage now parties to petition Mysuru: While the Urban Development Department prepares to present the Detailed Project Report (DPR) for the long-pending demolition and reconstruction of the Lansdowne Building and Devaraja Market to the…
Wild elephants spotted on city outskirts
December 10, 2024Forest officials launch operation to drive them back Mysuru: Two wild tuskers which were roaming on city outskirts for the last one-and-a-half months are now being spotted at various villages in the taluk. This has created a sense of fear among the villagers besides becoming a headache to the Forest Department. Yesterday, these tuskers were…
Are traffic AI cameras malfunctioning?
December 10, 2024Car driver’s ordeal of getting notice for wearing seat belt! Motorists receiving erroneous traffic rule violation notices Mysuru: The Artificial Intelligence (AI) cameras installed by the Traffic Police to monitor violations and prevent accidents appear to be malfunctioning, with many motorists receiving notices for not wearing seat belts or helmets despite following traffic rules. These…
BJP MP seeks re-evaluation of suppressed 2016 Waqf report
December 10, 2024‘CM Siddaramaiah deliberately withheld report to protect Waqf land encroachers in Congress’ New Delhi: Amid growing political tension over Waqf Board properties and the notices issued to farmers, institutions, temples and religious establishments, BJP MP Lahar Singh Siroya has written to Joint Parliamentary Committee Chairman Jagdambika Pal, urging a re-evaluation of a suppressed Lokayukta report…
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