Date: June 9th, 2026

Nerale season begins, markets see brisk sales
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Nerale season begins, markets see brisk sales

June 9, 2026

Mysuru – The ‘black beauty’ Java plum, locally known as ‘Nerale’, ‘Jambu Nerale’ or ‘Jamun’, has begun arriving in Mysuru markets, with brisk trading reported along city roadsides and inside Devaraja Market. The fruit’s distinctive deep purple colour, tangy flavour and reputed medicinal value have sparked a seasonal rush, with citizens lining up not just…

‘House arrest’, courtesy MCC
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‘House arrest’, courtesy MCC

June 9, 2026

Sir, The ongoing underground drainage (UGD) pipeline work on 2nd Cross Street near Surya Bakery Circle in Hebbal is being carried out in a highly unscientific manner, causing severe inconvenience to the residents and neighbourhood, leaving us feeling like prisoners of a self-imposed ‘siege.’ Trenches six to seven feet deep have been dug for the…

Events Tomorrow

Jagannatha Centre for Art and Culture (JCAC)

June 9, 2026

‘Kala Saptami,’weekly cultural programme, Dance-Drama ‘Gurukuladalli Sri Krishna’ by Dr. P. Sadhanashree,  Vidu. S. Kavyashree, Vidu. Srusti S. Joshi, N. Sumana, P. Gunashree, Dhruthi P. Shetty, Kshama Agnihothri, M. Harshini, M. Pavani, K. Sona and Shubhangini, Jagannatha Centre for Art and Culture (JCAC), Vijayanagar, 6 pm to 8 pm. [Entry is Free]

Ponjanda S. Arjuna
Obituary

Ponjanda S. Arjuna

June 9, 2026

Mysuru – Ponjanda S. Arjuna (90), retired Dy.SP and a resident of Srirampura, passed away yesterday in city. He leaves behind two sons Ponjanda A. Ganapathy (Gappana), President of Kodava Samaja Mysuru and Girish, daughter Nellira Kavitha and a host of relatives and friends. Last rites were held at the foot of Chamundi Hill this…

In Briefs

Skill Training

June 9, 2026

The Rural Development and Self Employment Training Institute (RUDSETI), Mysuru, will be conducting the following Skill Training programme at its premises in Hinkal: Beauty Parlour Management – June 16 to July 20; Embroidery & Fabric Painting – June 18 to July 18; Computer Tally – June 24 to July 31; Mobile Repair & Services –…

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