Month: April, 2026

In Briefs

Scholarship

April 3, 2026

The SC/ST Special Cell of University of Mysore has invited applications from SC/ST students who have passed their Post-Graduate degree securing more than 50 percent marks, for availing student scholarship to pursue doctorate degree (Ph.D) studies. The scholarship (2026-27) will be given to 20 students. Eligible SC/ST students can obtain the prescribed application forms at…

In Briefs

Preliminary meeting on Apr. 7

April 3, 2026

A preliminary meeting on celebrating Sri Shankaracharya Jayanti (Apr. 21), Bhagiratha Jayanti (Apr. 23) and Bhagwan Buddha Jayanti (May 1) will be held at the Deputy Commissioner’s Office in Siddarthanagar at 11 am on Apr. 7.

In Briefs

Calling KIKS senior students

April 3, 2026

Kuvempu Institute of Kannada Studies (KIKS) will be holding a senior students meeting to discuss the formation of ‘Senior Students Forum’ at B.M. Sri auditorium in city at 11 am tomorrow (Apr. 4). For details call Ph: 0821-2419872.

After stadium project row at T. Narasipur KSIC land… Now, pollution plaint against Factory
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After stadium project row at T. Narasipur KSIC land… Now, pollution plaint against Factory

April 2, 2026

Mysore/Mysuru: The State Government’s proposal to construct a Taluk Stadium inside the premises of Karnataka Silk Industries Corporation (KSIC) Filature Factory at Bhyrapura in T. Narasipur has been dropped following strong public opposition. Sericulture Minister K. Venkatesh announced on the floor of the Assembly on Mar. 9 that the Government had shelved the project. The…

Land transfer likely only after by-polls
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Land transfer likely only after by-polls

April 2, 2026

Mysore/Mysuru: Officials had earlier indicated that the 5.8 acres of KSIC land in T. Narasipur could be easily returned to Sericulture Department through official correspondence. The process requires the Chief Secretary to write to DYES, following which T. Narasipur Tahsildar can amend RTC records by removing Sports Department’s name and restoring it to Sericulture Department….

5% rebate on property tax
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5% rebate on property tax

April 2, 2026

Property owners queue up before MCC Zonal Offices Mysore/Mysuru: With the Mysuru City Corporation  (MCC) announcing its usual practise of 5 percent rebate on property tax (2026-27) in the entire month from April 1 to 30, property owners across the city were seen visiting the MCC Zonal Offices this morning for payment of their property…

Police Flag Day celebrated
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Police Flag Day celebrated

April 2, 2026

Mysore/Mysuru: Police Flag Day was celebrated at City Armed Reserve (CAR) Parade Grounds at the foot of Chamundi Hill here this morning. Retired Dy.SP Shanthamallappa was the chief guest. The Flag Day was jointly organised by Mysuru City Police, Mysuru District Police, Karnataka Police Academy, Southern Range, Mounted Police, KSRP 5th Battalion, Police Training School,…

Procurement of eco-friendly cloth bags: HC orders FIR against former Mysuru DC Rohini Sindhuri
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Procurement of eco-friendly cloth bags: HC orders FIR against former Mysuru DC Rohini Sindhuri

April 2, 2026

Bengaluru: The High Court of Karnataka has directed the State Government to grant approval for registration of an FIR against IAS officer Rohini Sindhuri over alleged irregularities in the procurement of eco-friendly bags for distribution in Mysuru City Corporation (MCC) and other Local Bodies. Justice M. Nagaprasanna ordered the Government to accord approval within four…

After row… Governor’s office invites application for KSOU VC post
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After row… Governor’s office invites application for KSOU VC post

April 2, 2026

Process initiated amidst the recent issue over Dr. Sharanappa V. Halse granting permission for right-wing event at KSOU Convocation Hall Mysore/Mysuru: Amid the controversy surrounding Karnataka State Open University (KSOU) Vice-Chancellor Dr. Sharanappa V. Halse, who was in the news recently, for granting permission to host a programme titled ‘Ekatma Manav Darshan,’ to commemorate 60…

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