Mysuru: “Today’s generation of children are familiar with only a handful of exotic greens, but have no knowledge of native leafy vegetables. Parents must introduce their children to the culture, diversity and culinary traditions of greens,” said M. Shivakumar, a resource person from Azim Premji Foundation. He was speaking after distributing prizes to the winners…
Elected to Cardiological Society of India, Mysore Chapter
September 8, 2025Mysuru: The Annual General Body Meeting of Cardiological Society of India (CSI), Mysore Chapter, was held recently and the following doctors were elected as office-bearers for the year 2025-2026: Dr. D. Sasirekha – President; Dr. Srinidhi S. Hegde – Vice- President; Dr. Veena Nanjappa – Secretary and Dr. B. Nikhil – Treasurer. The Executive Members…
Installation Ceremony of ACCE (I), Mysore Centre, on Sept. 10
September 8, 2025Mysuru: S.B. Basavaraja has been unanimously elected as Chairman of the Mysore Centre of the Association of Consulting Civil Engineers [ACCE (I) Mysore], for 2025 – 27. Basavaraja graduated in Civil Engineering from Malnad College of Engineering, Hassan and obtained his Master’s in ‘Industrial Structural Engineering’ from SJCE, Mysuru. He taught at JSS Polytechnic for…
Thathaiah Awards presented
September 8, 2025Motivational speech, alumni summit mark 181st birth anniversary of M. Venkatakrishnaiah Mysuru: “True service to society stems from a noble heart and a spirit of compassion, not wealth or power,” said Dr. V.B. Arathi, internationally acclaimed spiritual guide and motivational speaker. She was speaking at the 181st birth anniversary of M. Venkatakrishnaiah, popularly known as…
Mysuru hoteliers unite to defend Dharmasthala Temple’s legacy
September 8, 2025Mysuru: The Mysuru Hotel Owners’ Association undertook a symbolic pilgrimage titled ‘Dharmasthala Chalo’ to express solidarity with Shri Kshetra Dharmasthala. During the visit, a solemn pledge was made to Dr. Veerendra Heggade, the Dharmadhikari of Dharmasthala, affirming the group’s commitment to safeguarding the sanctity and reputation of the revered institution. On Saturday, over 100 participants, including…
City Journalist among 4 nominated to Legislative Council
September 8, 2025Bengaluru: Almost a fortnight after the State Congress Government recommended the names of four personalities for nomination to the Legislative Council, Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot yesterday gave assent to the list for the nominations, thus ending the long wait of nominees. The State Government had sent the list of 4 personalities to the Governor on Aug….
Ganja peddler arrested: 14.150-kg ganja worth about Rs. 4.5 lakh seized
September 8, 2025Mysuru: The City Crime Branch (CCB) Police yesterday arrested a ganja peddler and have seized 14.150-kg of the narcotic substance worth about Rs. 4.50 lakh from him. The arrested peddler is 54-year-old Srinivas alias Seenappa alias Ganja Seena, a resident of Pushpapura village, Hanur taluk of Chamarajanagar district. Following a tip off that narcotic substance…
Yuva Brigade, NIE students clean Kalyani at Chamundi foothill
September 8, 2025Mysuru: The Mysuru chapter of Yuva Brigade yesterday organised a cleanliness drive at the Kalyani (sacred pond) located at the foot of Chamundi Hill, with the aim of restoring its cleanliness and accessibility. The effort focused on clearing overgrown vegetation around the steps leading to the pond, making the area more welcoming for visitors and…
Eid Meelad un Nabi celebrated in city
September 8, 2025Mysuru: Muslim brethren celebrated Eid Meelad un Nabi, 1,500th Birth Anniversary of Prophet Mohammed at a function organised by Central Meelad Committee at Meelad Park, Ashoka Road, on Friday. Sir Khazi of Mysore Hazarath Moulana Mohammed Usman Shariff presided. Moulana Qari Fayaz Ahmed recited verses from the Holy Quran, Moulana Umar Farooq and Ameen Ulla…
Potholes galore in Yadavagiri on Paramahamsa Road
September 8, 2025Sir, I am a resident of Yadavagiri and would like to draw attention to the poor condition of an arterial road — Paramahamsa Road, Yadavagiri. This crucial stretch connects KRS Road to Bamboo Bazaar and beyond. Currently, the road is riddled with large potholes in at least four sections of the carriageway (see photo). The…















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