Railway track works underway Mysore/Mysuru: The level crossing on the busy KRS Road has been temporarily closed for three days beginning today (July 7), as the South Western Railway, Mysuru Division, is undertaking complete track renewal works using Plasser Quick Relaying System (PQRS) machines. The works, which include sleeper and rail renewal, commenced at 8…
50,000 cusecs released from KRS Dam: Officials warn tourists against risky photo ops
July 7, 2025Mysore/Mysuru: With continuous rains in Cauvery basin leading to heavy inflow, the authorities have ramped up discharge from KRS Dam, releasing over 50,000 cusecs of water into the Cauvery River, which is now flowing in full spate. Officials have raised concerns over public safety as tourists and local residents, tourists and visitors are seen dangerously…
Don’t treat villages like resorts: Nagathihalli Chandrashekar
July 7, 2025Mysore/Mysuru: “Villages are not resorts for relaxation. Visiting them with such a mindset makes the experience feel static and disconnected. One must mingle with rural people and understand their realities,” said renowned Kannada writer, filmmaker and director Nagathihalli Chandrashekar. He was speaking at a Kannada symposium titled ‘Sahitya-Cinema-Halli Hambalada Tekkeyalli’ (literature and cinema in the…
Curtains down on Mysuru Literature Fest
July 7, 2025Ila Arun mesmerises with song, dance and stories of folk roots Mysore/Mysuru: The two-day Mysuru Literature Festival concluded on a high note last evening, bringing together over 100 writers, subject experts, artists and cultural enthusiasts under one roof. Organised by the Mysuru Literary Forum Charitable Trust and the Mysuru Book Clubs Charitable Trust, the ninth…
Actors must build resilience to face rejection, say panellists
July 7, 2025Mysore/Mysuru: Maintaining both physical and mental health is essential for those aspiring to build a career in cinema, said actors Bala Rajwadi, Sudha Belawadi and Shankar Ashwath during the last Kannada panel discussion at the 9th Mysuru Literature Festival held at Gardenia, by the pool, Hotel Southern Star, last evening. Session titled ‘Cinemarangada Kashta-Nastagala Karmodagala…
Financials cannot be overlooked in business: Revathi Kamath
July 7, 2025Mysore/Mysuru: “Accounting and financial awareness are crucial for entrepreneurs,” said businesswoman and social worker Revathi Kamath, speaking at the Mysuru Literature Festival yesterday. She was addressing a session titled ‘An inspiring journey from floral beginnings to an established enterprise — growing, thriving and shaping a meaningful life. The session was moderated by the Founder-Director and…
My wheelchair is my chair of confidence: Dr. Deepa Malik
July 7, 2025Mysore/Mysuru: “I consider my disability to be my unique strength,” said Padma Shri awardee Dr. Deepa Malik, India’s first female Paralympic medallist, during an inspiring session at the Mysuru Literature Festival last evening. Speaking at the last English session titled ‘Unstoppable: Breaking Limits, Building Dreams, ’ Dr. Malik was in conversation with Dr. Usha Hegde,…
‘Language is born to be spoken, not written’
July 7, 2025Mysore/Mysuru: “Language is fundamentally born to speak — writing came much later. One can only truly learn a language by speaking it, not by writing,” said noted humorist and columnist Prof. M. Krishnegowda. He was delivering a talk in his trademark humorous tone on the topic ‘Bhasheyemba Sojiga’ (The wonder called language) at the Kannada…
City auto driver washed away
July 7, 2025Mysore/Mysuru: A 36-year-old autorickshaw driver from Mysuru was washed away in the Cauvery River near Sarvadharma Ashrama in Srirangapatna taluk yesterday afternoon after he accidentally slipped and fell into the water while posing for photographs. He has been identified as Mahesh, a resident of Mysuru. According to Police, Mahesh had gone on a picnic with…
Prakash Jewellers celebrates Ashada with Swarna Utsav
July 7, 2025Mysore/Mysuru: As the auspicious Ashada season unfolds, Prakash Jewellers, one of Mysuru’s most trusted names in fine jewellery since 1964, unveils its highly anticipated Swarna Utsav — The Big Ashada Sale. A celebration of culture, heritage and unmatched craftsmanship, this limited time festival offer is drawing attention across the city. Running from July 2 to…















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