Mysore/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…
Mysore/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,…
Mysore/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…
INTERNATIONAL 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…
By 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…
Sir, A streetlight electric pole on 8th Cross Main Road in Ashokapuram, near Siddapaji Temple in Mysuru, is in a dangerous condition and at risk of collapse. The pole is visibly tilted and unstable, posing a threat to pedestrians, residents, devotees visiting the temple and passing vehicles. Residents fear that strong winds or rain could…
Jagadamba (85), wife of senior Advocate late Veerappaji and a resident of Krishna Vilas Road in Devaraja Mohalla, passed away yesterday at a private hospital in city. She leaves behind two sons, two daughters and a host of relatives and friends. Last rites were held at Veerashaiva Burial Grounds in Vidyaranyapuram this morning.
Work on the flyover at Bandipalya Outer Ring Road (ORR) junction on Mysuru-Nanjangud Highway (NH-766) has gathered pace. The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has approved the extension of the flyover beyond the ORR junction towards Nanjangud Road, with the additional stretch to be taken up in the second phase. Once completed, the flyover…
The Season 8 of Mysore Fashion Week witnessed designers from across the country and students from fashion institutes from Bengaluru and Mysuru showcasing their couture during the three-day event held recently at the Silent Shores Resorts and Spa located in the outskirts of the city. Along with the noted fashion designers, Mysore Fashion Week provided…
In view of Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, late Chief Minister J. Jayalalithaa’s close aide V.K. Sasikala visited Chamundi Hill Temple yesterday and sought the blessings of the deity. Temple Chief Priest Shashishekar Dixit, local leaders Umeshkumar and Chandrashekar are also seen.
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