Chamundeshwari Electricity Supply Corporation (CESC) will be holding its 2nd quarterly public grievances meet at the following Sub-Divisional Offices on Sept. 26. Bannur Sub-Divisional Office (11 am): Bannur, Athahalli, Kethu-pura, Rangasamudra, Beedanahalli Hanumanalu, Kodagahalli, B.C. Halli, Heggur, Maliyuru, Turag-anur, Ankanahalli, Chidravalli, Chamanahalli and Makanahalli. T. Narasipur Sub-Divisional Office (3 pm): Bhyrapura, Kiragasuru, Gargeshwari, Hosakote, Tumbla,…
Calling women and child artists
September 25, 2025As part of Dasara festival, the Karnataka Exhibition Authority (KEA) has organised Dasara Exhibition in city from Sept. 22 to Dec. 21.The KEA has planned to display artworks created by women and children, at the Dasara art exhibition. Accordingly, the KEA has invited interested women and children, who have created artworks (fine arts and handicrafts)…
Air Show rehearsal tomorrow at 4 pm
September 24, 2025Mysuru: In a breathtaking prelude to the Dasara Air Show scheduled for Sept. 27, five helicopters from the Indian Air Force’s prestigious Sarang Helicopter Display Team stunned Mysuru residents with an impromptu aerial performance over the Bannimantap Torchlight Parade Grounds yesterday afternoon. Though the official rehearsal is slated for Sept. 25 at 4 pm (entry…
Dr. S.L. Bhyrappa no more
September 24, 2025Mysuru: Noted novelist and Saraswathi Samman awardee Dr. S.L. Bhyrappa (94) passed away at a private hospital in Bengaluru this afternoon. He was ailing from sometime. Born on Aug. 20, 1931, at Santheshivara in Hassan, Dr. Bhyrappa was a resident of Udayaravi Road in Kuvempunagar, Mysuru.
Friend saves doctor from extortion bid
September 24, 2025Fake accidents targeting senior citizens Mysuru: In a shocking incident that occurred on Kalidasa Road last month, a senior citizen and reputed ophthalmologist, Dr. Srinivasan, was targeted by a youth in a meticulously staged fake accident scam on a busy road. The incident was narrated to Star of Mysore by his friend K. Yoganand, a…
Women showcase skill in ragi grinding competition
September 24, 2025Mysuru: The second day of the 4-day Mahila Mattu Makkala Dasara (Women and Children Dasara) began with a ragi grinding competition for women at J.K. Grounds, near the City Railway Station, this morning. A total of 31 women from different parts of the State participated, each given 10 minutes to grind ragi grains (finger millet)…
Mahisha Dasara: Mahishasura Statue under wraps; ban orders clamped
September 24, 2025Mysuru: In view of some organisations planning to celebrate Mahisha Dasara today (Sept. 24), City Police Commissioner Seema Latkar has imposed prohibitory orders within a 200-metre radius of the Mahishasura Statue atop Chamundi Hill. As part of the security measures, the Mahishasura Statue has been covered from all sides to prevent gatherings or demonstrations. The…
Dasara travel made easy: SWR launches 51 special trains
September 24, 2025Mysuru: To manage the heavy passenger rush during the ongoing Dasara festival, South Western Railway (SWR) will operate a total of 51 special trains. Announcing this at a press meet at the City Railway Station this morning, Girish Dharmaraj Kalagonda, SWR Divisional Commercial Manager and Public Relations Officer, Mysuru, said the 51 special services comprise…
Food & Foodies…
September 24, 2025Mysuru: With a spread of lip-smacking delicacies, Dasara Food Mela at Maharaja’s College Grounds in the city is turning out be a major crowd-puller. From vegetarian to non-vegetarian dishes, refreshments and juices, indigenous recipes, the menu offers a mix of food items, offering the distinct tastes of old Mysuru region, coastal, Malnad and border districts…
Arjun Janya sets the tone for Yuva Dasara
September 24, 2025Mysuru: The much-awaited Yuva Dasara got off to flying start with the home-grown artiste Arjun Janya setting the stage on fire through his compositions forcing the young crowd to tap their foots for some breathtaking music at the sprawling 100-acre land near Uttanahalli located on the outskirts of city here yesterday. Accompanied by singers…













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