Mysuru: The MUDA, already entangled in controversies over illegal site allotments under the 50:50 scheme, is now facing criticism from the general public and sports achievers who have been waiting for years for site allotments. At a press conference held at Pathrakartara Bhavan in city recently, International Chess Coach A.P. Ajit revealed that MUDA had…
Belavatta Hanumanthu murder case: FIR against over 13 persons including four women
December 24, 2024Mysuru: First Information Report (FIR) has been registered against over 13 persons including four women at Metagalli Police Station in the alleged murder of JD(S) leader Hanumanthu on Monday evening. He was brutally murdered on the road when he was proceeding on his bike towards his house in Belavatta. Following a complaint from Hanumanthu’s wife,…
International Cricketer Sanju Samson is Walkmate Brand Ambassador
December 24, 2024Dubai: Walkmate India Pvt. Ltd., a pioneer in the footwear industry of India, launched its new ad film featuring International Cricketer Sanju Samson on Dec. 17 at Le Méridien Dubai Hotel & Conference Centre. “What once started as a regional company, has now expanded its presence into the global market. We are proud to announce…
India’s parallel cinema pioneer, Shyam Benegal, dies at 90
December 24, 2024Mumbai: Shyam Benegal, who heralded the Indian parallel cinema movement in the 1970s and 1980s with a body of work known for its realism and social commentary, breaking away from the conventions of mainstream Indian cinema, passed away at the age of 90 yesterday. He was admitted to the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) at Mumbai’s…
FIR against 10 including Hebbalkar’s close aide
December 24, 2024Belagavi: Hirebagewadi Police have registered a First Information Report (FIR) against 10 suspects including a close aide of Women and Child Development Minister Lakshmi Hebbalkar, in the case of MLC C.T. Ravi allegedly using derogatory words against Hebbalkar in the Council recently. It may be recalled that, following the incident on Dec. 19, high drama…
iSteer Technologies conducts two-day Technical Conclave
December 24, 2024Mysuru: iSteer Technologies, an IT Services and Product Company headquartered in Bengaluru, conducted its annual offsite Technical Conclave, iSteer Connect 2024, recently in Mysuru. The theme for this year’s conclave focused on ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) and enhanced Data Protection Regulations which are extremely crucial in the current scenario. Several industries such as manufacturing,…
‘Law Guide’ editor felicitated
December 24, 2024Mysuru: Senior advocate and ‘Law Guide’ Editor H.N. Venkatesh, who is also a District Rajyotsava award recipient, was felicitated by Mysuru-Chamarajanagar District Judicial Employees Credit Co-operative Society at a programme organised at the Society Office in the District Law Courts Complex here recently. Speaking on the occasion, Society President Sheshadri recalled the help extended by…
King of Melodies Singer Mohammed Rafi
December 24, 2024Rafi, a legendary versatile singer, who conquered the hearts of millions through his golden, magical, melodious and God’s own voice was born on Dec. 24, 1924 in Kotla Sultan Sing of Amritsar, Punjab, India. He started singing as a small boy deeply inspired by the songs of a wandering fakir of his village. “Pheeko” (Rafi’s…
Niranthara Ranga Utsava from Dec. 25 to 30
December 24, 2024City’s Niranthara Foundation, in association with the Kannada and Culture Directorate, Bengaluru, Ministry of Culture, Government of India, has organised Niranthra Ranga Ustava-2024, a six-day theatre festival from Dec. 25 to 30 at Kiru Rangamandira (Mini Theatre) in Kalamandira premises on Hunsur Road in city. December 25– 7 pm: The festival will begin with the…
Status of Consumer Movement in Mysuru
December 24, 2024By Bhamy V. Shenoy, Founding President, Mysore Grahakara Parishat (MGP) We often read about interesting judgements from District, State and National Consumer Disputes Redressal Commissions against banks, insurance companies, real estate firms and online shopping platforms. These judgements create the impression of a vibrant consumer movement at both National and State levels. However, the reality…
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