Mysuru: Ahead of the grand Dasara procession, Karnataka Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot visited Suttur Mutt at the foot of Chamundi Hill here yesterday and sought the blessings of Sri Shivarathri Deshikendra Swamiji. Gehlot, who visited the Mutt before proceeding to the Torch- light Parade Grounds in Bannimantap, planted a tree sapling in the Mutt premises under…
Torchlight Parade, Drone Show thrill audience
October 3, 2025Mysuru: The Torchlight Parade at the sprawling Bannimantap Grounds last night brought down curtains on the 11-day Dasara festivities. The dazzling Torchlight Parade by the Karnataka Police, special music performance, Drone Show, tent pegging and obstacle jumping by the Mounted Police and spectacular fireworks were a visual delight to thousands of spectators. The event got…
Yaduveer performs Ayudha Puja
October 3, 2025Curtain falls on Private Durbar Mysuru: Titular head of the erstwhile Mysore Royal Family Yaduveer Krishnadatta Chamaraja Wadiyar performed Ayudha Puja at the Palace premises on Oct. 1. Yaduveer, who is also the Mysuru-Kodagu MP, performed puja to Pattada Katthi (Royal Sword) and other weapons as per the traditions of the Mysore Royal Family. The…
58 Tableaux cast a spell
October 3, 2025Mysuru: Nada Habba Mysuru Dasara shone bright with 58 tableaux enhancing the glint of Jumboo Savari that signifies Vijayadashami, following the victory of good over evil, reliving the bygone era of Wadiyars, the former rulers of princely State of Mysore. From the recent Five Guarantee Schemes of the Government, that have attained popularity to the…
Prize winners of Zoo photography competition
October 3, 2025Mysuru: The following are the prize winners of photography competition organised by Sri Chamarajendra Zoological Gardens (Mysuru Zoo) as part of 71st Wildlife Week Celebrations-2025: In-situ category: K. Shivu – first, S.R. Madhusudhan – second, Uma Shankar, G.S. Ravishankar and Sagar Suresh (Certificates of Merit). Ex-situ category: Rahul Vishwanath – first, S.R. Madhusudhan – second,…
The House of Krishnamani & Vaishnavi Silks present Festive Fashion in Mysuru
October 3, 2025Mysuru: With the festive season round the corner, Mysuru’s fashion enthusiasts have much to look forward to. Two celebrated labels — The House of Krishnamani and Vaishnavi Silks — are set to showcase their latest collections at a special two-day exhibition on Oct. 4 and 5 at B.M. Habitat Mall, Ground Floor. Founded in 2000,…
Abhivruddi silk expo
October 3, 2025Mysuru: In celebration of the auspicious Deepavali Festival, Abhivruddi presents “Silk India – 2025,” a spectacular 12-day silk exhibition at Nanjaraja Bahaddur Choultry, Vinobha Road, Mysuru, from Oct. 4 to 15 between 10.30 am and 8.30 pm. India remains the world’s leading producer of silk, offering a diverse range of varieties that cater to both…
New office-bearers of The Mysore Club
October 3, 2025Former Mayor R. Lingappa (seated centre), who was unanimously elected as the President of The Mysore Club, K-Block, Kuvempunagar, for 2025-27, seen with (sitting) P. Nagendra (Vice-President), Dr. Rangaswamy (Secretary), S. Basavaraju (Joint Secretary) and Shivaprasad (Treasurer); (standing) Executive Committee members L. Bhaskar, S. Girish, S.N. Ramesh Babu, K. Shyla Kumar, G. Kumar Gowda, M….
Fake accidents: Bring back ‘Cobras’ on Police bikes
October 3, 2025Sir, Since the last few days, several fake accidents have been reported in our city, mainly targeting senior citizens driving alone in their four-wheelers, even in broad daylight. About 15 years ago, the Traffic Police had ‘Cobras’ — Constables on white bikes — patrolling their jurisdictions. These mobile officers proved extremely useful in responding quickly…
Using Credit Card Loans for Travel: Smart or Risky?
October 3, 2025Travelling is one of life’s greatest pleasures, whether it’s exploring new destinations, attending conferences, or visiting family and friends. However, planning a trip often comes with significant costs, from flights and accommodations to local transportation and dining. For many, a credit card loan can seem like a convenient solution to cover travel expenses, but is…















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