Month: March, 2026

In Briefs

Felicitation to mothers and wives of soldiers tomorrow

March 13, 2026

Karnataka Rajya Manava Hakkugala Rakshana Samithi will be felicitating the mothers and wives of soldiers serving in Indian Army to mark International Women’s Day celebrations to be held at Town Hall tomorrow (Mar. 14) at 11.30 am.  Addressing mediapersons at Pathrakarthara Bhavan, Samithi State President V.P.  Susheela said, Karnataka State Commission for Women Chairperson Dr….

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Ph.D awardee

March 13, 2026

H.P. Sumathi has been awarded Ph.D in Chemistry by the University of Mysore, Mysuru, for her thesis ‘Use of Innocuous Materials for Efficient and Effective Removal of some Nocuous Dyes from Water’ submitted under the guidance of Dr. N. Rajendra Prasad of JSS College, Mysuru.

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Deadline extended to Mar. 15

March 13, 2026

The Social Welfare Department has extended the deadline for submission of entries for Dr. Babu Jagjivan Ram and Dr. B.R. Ambedkar State-level awards, to Mar. 15. Eligible personalities who have worked for the upliftment of SC/ST communities can apply. The earlier deadline was Mar. 10.

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Fancy dress contest for women

March 13, 2026

As part of International Women’s Day, Prajapita Brahma Kumaris Ishwariya Vishwa Vidyalaya, will be conducting a fancy dress contest for women at its premises located at ‘Jnana Prakash Bhavan, 3rd Main Road, Yadavagiri, near Akashavani  Circle, at 11 am tomorrow (Mar. 14) For details, contact Mob: 74833-61595 or 99002-64937.

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Intl. Women’s Day this evening

March 13, 2026

Women Entrepreneur Chetana Jinadattarai will be feted at the International Women’s Day celebration organised by Rotary Club of Mysore Elite at its premises near Gobbali Mara in J.P. Nagar here at 6 pm today (Mar. 13), according to a press release.

Warned, then razed
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Warned, then razed

March 12, 2026

MCC demolishes 70 illegal street stalls under High-tension wire near Vijayanagar Water Tank Road Mysore/Mysuru: In an early morning operation, the Mysuru City Corporation (MCC) carried out a clearance drive near the Vijayanagar Water Tank under MCC Zone-5 limits, removing more than 70 stalls set up by street vendors below the high-tension power line park….

LPG short supply heats up demand for induction stoves
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LPG short supply heats up demand for induction stoves

March 12, 2026

Firewood depots see no surge yet due to lack of chimneys, hearths  Mysore/Mysuru: With uncertainty looming over a possible shortage of LPG cylinder supply, residents have started purchasing induction stoves to be prepared for any such situation. People have been visiting electronic stores across the city, making enquiries about induction stoves. The product, which was…

Stoppage of commercial gas supply: Mysuru industrial units under strain
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Stoppage of commercial gas supply: Mysuru industrial units under strain

March 12, 2026

Many industries reduce employee work shifts from three to two Mysore/Mysuru: A shortage of commercial LPG cylinders has pushed several industrial units in Mysuru to the brink of closure, raising concerns over the livelihood of workers employed in these factories. Industries dependent on heating processes, including carton box manufacturing, packaging, pharmaceuticals, snack production and fabrication,…

Domestic LPG supply stable, says Food Department JD
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Domestic LPG supply stable, says Food Department JD

March 12, 2026

Commercial LPG cylinders sold in black market for Rs. 4,000 per unit Mysore/Mysuru: Even as the supply of commercial LPG cylinders has been severely disrupted in Mysuru, distribution of domestic LPG cylinders remains unaffected, according to Manteswamy, Joint Director (JD) of the Food and Civil Supplies Department. Clarifying the situation, Manteswamy said cylinders booked by…

No CNG shortage but auto gas prices surge
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No CNG shortage but auto gas prices surge

March 12, 2026

Mysore/Mysuru: Mysuru has not faced any shortage of Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) used for vehicles despite concerns over fuel supply disruptions. CNG stations in the city, including Agni Gas, Propel Gas, Think Gas and AG&P Pratham, reported that supplies remain steady. Fuel continues to be delivered on schedule, with some outlets maintaining advance bookings to…

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