Month: February, 2026

City flautist part of cultural performance at Parliament
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City flautist part of cultural performance at Parliament

February 3, 2026

28th Conference of Speakers & Presiding Officers of Commonwealth Mysore/Mysuru: Vidu. Smitha Srikiran, a resident of Saraswathipuram in Mysuru and an A-Grade flautist with All India Radio (Akashvani), gave a captivating performance at the Parliament of India recently. The performance was part of the cultural programme organised during the 28th Conference of Speakers and Presiding…

‘Dhanur Vainika Brahma’ Award conferred on Dr. Mysore Manjunath
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‘Dhanur Vainika Brahma’ Award conferred on Dr. Mysore Manjunath

February 3, 2026

Mysore/Mysuru: Renowned violinist Dr. Mysore M. Manjunath was conferred with ‘Dhanur Vainika Brahma’ Award in commemoration of Violin Maestro Pitilu Mysore T. Chowdiah at a programme organised by Pitilu Mysore T. Chowdiah Samsmarana Vedike and Sri Nadabrahma Sangeetha Sabha, at the Sabha premises on JLB Road in city recently. Adichunchanagiri Mutt Seer Dr. Sri Nirmalanandanatha…

Mysuru’s art patron to be honoured by Music Sabhas in Chennai
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Mysuru’s art patron to be honoured by Music Sabhas in Chennai

February 3, 2026

Mysore/Mysuru: The well-known senior art patron and organiser, C.R. Himamshu, Secretary of Sri Prasanna Vidya Ganapathi Mahotsava Charitable (SPVGMC) Trust, who is the man behind the Heritage Music Festival of Mysuru, popularly known as Vontikoppal 8th Cross Ganapathi, is selected for the title ‘Madhuraa Kala Sevaka’ by Chennai’s prestigious organisations ‘Ekatvam’ & ‘Laya Madhuraa’ School…

Founders’ Day at Elder Citizens Council: Senior achievers honoured, scholarships awarded
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Founders’ Day at Elder Citizens Council: Senior achievers honoured, scholarships awarded

February 3, 2026

Mysore/Mysuru: The Elder Citizens Council and Trust, Mysuru, felicitated five senior citizens for their contributions to society and also awarded scholarships to five meritorious and economically disadvantaged students. The event was a part of the Founders’ Day celebrations held recently at its Saraswathi Samudaya Bhavan in Jayalakshmipuram. Inaugurating the programme, Cauvery Group of Institutions Founder…

‘Allocate funds for Kalamandira renovation’
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‘Allocate funds for Kalamandira renovation’

February 3, 2026

Mysore/Mysuru: Former Corporator and Anikethana Seva Trust President K.V. Mallesh has urged the State Government to reserve funds for renovation of Kalamandira in city. In a press release, he said that Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has contributed for the development of Mysuru by announcing crores of funds in every budget. “Similarly, emphasis must be given for…

Workshop on State Education Policy
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Workshop on State Education Policy

February 3, 2026

Mysore/Mysuru: The Department of Economics, Basudev Somani College, Mysuru and Mysore University Economics Teachers’ Association (MUETA) have jointly organised a one-day State-level Workshop on State Education Policy 2024-25 at the College premises in Kuvempunagar on Feb. 4. 10 am: Prof. N.K. Lokanath, Vice-Chancellor, University of Mysore (UoM), will inaugurate. Dr. Navitha Thimmaiah, Professor and Chairperson,…

Does Term Insurance Make Sense After 50?
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Does Term Insurance Make Sense After 50?

February 3, 2026

Life after 50 often brings greater financial clarity and defined family responsibilities. At this stage, individuals are not only focused on retirement readiness but also on ensuring that their loved ones remain financially secure after their demise. This is where term insurance continues to play a relevant role. Understanding the top factors in senior-citizen term…

Signals installed, motorists still suffer
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Signals installed, motorists still suffer

February 3, 2026

Sir, About two months back, Mysuru City Police (Traffic & Signal Section) installed the long-awaited traffic signal lights at the busy Gokulam Road-Hunsur Road junction. However, it is unfortunate that these traffic signals are yet to be commissioned. As a result, motorists are left to fend for themselves at this crucial junction, guided only by…

Gajalakshmi
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Gajalakshmi

February 3, 2026

Gajalakshmi (78), wife of late Sundar Raj and a resident of Sathagalli, passed away this morning in city. She leaves behind two sons, four daughters, sons-in-law, daughters-in-law and a host of relatives and friends. Last rites were held at the foot of Chamundi Hill this afternoon, according to family sources.

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