Mysore/Mysuru: The history of Wadiyars and their administration which till date is considered as a model for the development works should be a part of the syllabus at the primary education, said industrialist Dr. M. Jagannath Shenoy. Speaking after inaugurating ‘Kurukshetra’ gamaka recital programme organised as part of Chamaraja Wadiyar X Jayanti celebrations by Sri…
MDJA opposes Karnataka Advt. Policy
March 23, 2026Mysore/Mysuru: The Mysuru District Journalists Association (MDJA) has opposed the Karnataka Government’s Advertisement Policy-2026, stating that it could severely affect local, district and regional newspapers. At a meeting of editors and publishers held at Patrakarthara Bhavan in city on Saturday, MDJA President K. Deepak said the policy posed a serious threat to the survival of…
Centenarian Sannakka passes away
March 23, 2026Mysore/Mysuru: Sannakka (100), wife of late Doddabasappa and a resident of Jayalakshmipuram, passed away yesterday in city. A native of K.R. Nagar, she leaves behind her family members and a host of relatives and friends. Last rites were held at K.R. Nagar this afternoon.
National workshop at Teresian College
March 23, 2026Mysore/Mysuru: A two-day National Workshop on Structural Equation Modelling organised by Teresian College Research Centre (Commerce) in association with IQAC, Teresian College, Mysuru, was held at its Ave Maria Golden Jubilee Auditorium recently. It aimed to enhance advanced research competencies among academicians, research scholars, students and other aspiring researchers. Inaugurating the workshop Dr. R. Kasilingam,…
Co-operation Award to be conferred on Lalitha G.T. Devegowda
March 23, 2026Mysore/Mysuru: Senior Co-operator of the city Lalitha G.T. Devegowda, wife of Chamundeshwari JD(S) MLA G.T. Devegowda (GTD) and mother of Hunsur MLA G.D. Harish Gowda, will be conferred G.S. Bommegowda Co-operation Award (2026) at a programme organised by Mandya-based Karnataka Sangha at K.V. Shankaregowda Centenary Bhavan in Mandya at 11 am on Mar. 25. Lalitha,…
Hindi Gaurav Samman-2026
March 23, 2026Mysore/Mysuru: Dr. A.P. Poornima, a distinguished academic and cultural leader, has been conferred with the prestigious international award, “Hindi Gaurav Samman-2026,” by Sahitya Arpan, Dubai (UAE). This global recognition celebrates her dedication and immense service to Hindi language and literature. Dr. Poornima currently serves as the Associate Professor and Head of the Department of Hindi…
Summer STREAM Boot Camp at Excel Public School
March 23, 2026Mysore/Mysuru: Excel Public School has announced its Summer STREAM Boot Camp-2026, a 15-day experiential learning programme for students entering Grades 6, 7, 8 and 9. The initiative brings together three specialised camps: 1. STREAM Exploration Workshop – Wonder Quest, 2. Astronomy and HAM Radio workshop – Signals to Stars and 3. Theatre & Performance Workshop,…
Shreshta 2026: State-level IT, Management, Cultural and Sports Fest held
March 23, 2026Mysore/Mysuru: The Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) and Institution’s Innovation Council (IIC) at Seshadripuram Degree College, Hebbal Outer Ring Road, Mysuru, in association with the Departments of Computer Science, Commerce and Management, NSS, NCC, Sports and Kala Srishti, had organised the State-level IT, Management, Cultural and Sports Fest ‘Shreshta-2026’ recently. After the ceremonial lighting of…
Where SCIENCE meets the WILD
March 23, 2026INTERNATIONAL Women’s Day Special… Nature and science educator Chandini Chhabra blends research with hands-on learning to make conservation engaging for children and accessible to communities. Direct experience with nature creates an awareness no textbook can replace. On International Women’s Day, Star of Mysore has been spotlighting women who are breaking barriers and redefining spaces. In…
Vintage Vignettes… from a Princely State
March 23, 2026By R.G. Singh, Secretary, Ramsons Kala Pratishtana Majority of the photographs of H.H. Maharaja Krishnaraja Wadiyar IV shot at official functions across Mysore State (outside the Palace premises) shows the Maharaja dressed in white trousers, a comfortable close-collar coat and a ready-to-wear turban. However, at celebrations and events within the Palace, he is seen in…















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