Mysuru: The Karnataka Samata Sainik Dal (SSD) will celebrate its centenary at the KSOU Convocation Hall in Muktagangothri campus along Hunsur Road at 10.30 am tomorrow (Jan.10). Announcing this at a press meet here yesterday, former Mayor Purushotham said that the SSD formed by Dr. B.R. Ambedkar in 1924, completed 100 years of its formation…
Woman among two go missing
January 9, 2025Mysuru: In separate cases, a 72-year-old woman is among two persons who have gone missing from Mysuru city and Nanjangud taluk. In the first case, 72-year-old Jayamma, has gone missing from Kuvempunagar Police limits in Mysuru since Dec. 14, 2024. She is 4.9 ft. tall, round faced, normal built, light brown complexioned, has a birth…
In the Lion’s Royal Shadow
January 9, 2025By Dr. Devdutt Pattanaik – Author, Speaker, Illustrator, Mythologist Lions have long been symbols of royalty across the world. In India, kings sat on lion thrones (simha-asana) and Durga, the patron goddess of royal households, is shown riding into battle on a lion. Uniquely, in our country, lions are also linked with ascetics and their…
New Bannimantap Bus Terminal: Desi Problems Need Desi Solutions!
January 9, 2025Sir, This has reference to the suggestion to ponder over a multi-level bus terminal within the Bannimantap Bus Depot area (‘New KSRTC Bus Stand at Bannimantap: Need to send DPR back to the Drawing Board — Why not an underground multi-level bus stand like in New York City?’ by Bhamy V. Shenoy in Star of…
Hi Life Brides Expo to conclude today
January 9, 2025The Hi Life Brides – Colossal Bridal Wear & Jewellery Exhibition, was inaugurated yesterday at the Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel in Mysuru. Shomika S. Rao – Organiser of Hi Life Exhibitions; Rhea – Regional Manager of Hi Life Exhibitions; S. Srikanth – Event Coordinator; Neha Nair – NIFT Alumni, Design Mentor – Textiles & Handicrafts…
S.V. Venkatappa
January 9, 2025S.V. Venkatappa (92), retired Assistant Librarian, University of Mysore and a resident of Kuvempunagar, passed away at a private hospital in city yesterday. He leaves behind his wife Sarojamma, four daughters, one son and a host of relatives and friends. Last rites were held at K.G. Koppal Burial Grounds this noon.
C.N. Mahadeva Nayaka
January 9, 2025C.N. Mahadeva Nayaka (70), retired Sub-Inspector and a resident of Chikkaiahna Chatra in the town, passed away following a heart attack in the early hours of today. He leaves behind his wife, two daughters, one son and a host of relatives and friends. Last rites were held at his native place this afternoon.
Events tomorrow – Jan. 10: Sri Krishna Seva Samiti Trust
January 9, 2025Vaikunta Ekadashi, Harikatha on ‘Bhagavata Purana’ by Dr. Malini, Sri Krishna Temple, Gokulam 3rd Stage, 6.30 pm.
Events tomorrow – Jan. 10: Chamundi Hill Temple
January 9, 2025Kotharotsava Vaibhava, ‘Sangeetotsava-2025,’ vocal recital by Vid. R.S. Nandakumar and troupe, Temple premises, 6 pm to 9 pm.
Events tomorrow – Jan. 10: Sri Venugopalaswamy Temple
January 9, 2025‘Thiruppavai’ discourse by Vidu. Dr. K.L. Prasannakshi, Temple premises, Tyagaraja Road, 6.30 pm.












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