Month: June, 2026

Environment Day at ODP
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Environment Day at ODP

June 7, 2026

DCF N.H. Jagannath watering a plant at World Environment Day event organised at ODP in Bannimantap as others look on. Cauvery Wildlife DCF N.H. Jagannath said that growing a good number of trees in farmlands will help in maintaining ecological balance and also in preventing soil erosion. He was speaking after inaugurating  World Environment Day…

‘Hasiru Mysuru Laksha Vruksha Abhiyan’
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‘Hasiru Mysuru Laksha Vruksha Abhiyan’

June 7, 2026

Senior journalist Ajit Hanumakkanavar, noted humourist Prof. M. Krishnegowda and former MUDA Chairman H.V. Rajeev watering a sapling to launch ‘Hasiru Mysuru Laksha Vruksha Abhiyan’ in city. Senior journalist Ajit Hanumakkanavar has said that the threat posed by destruction of natural resources due to degradation of environment can be avoided by planting and nurturing saplings. He…

Green volunteers remove concrete from tree bases
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Green volunteers remove concrete from tree bases

June 7, 2026

Volunteers of Parisarakkagi Naavu organisation in association with Rural Literacy and Health Programme (RLHP) and Youth for Sustainability organisation, celebrated World Environment Day, by removing the concrete and tiles covering the base of 24 big trees on Sri Jayachamarajendra College of Engineering (SJCE) Main Road in city on June 5. Speaking on the occasion, Parashurame…

Former Intl. cricket umpire Vikramaraju passes away
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Former Intl. cricket umpire Vikramaraju passes away

June 7, 2026

Former International Cricket Umpire V. Vikramaraju, passed away at his residence in city this morning. He was 92. A resident of Kuvempunagar, he is survived by his wife Dakshayani Vikram, son Charan, daughter Rajashree, daughter-in-law, son-in-law, grand children and host of relatives and friends. Last rites will be held at the foot of Chamundi Hill…

Nalwadi practised ‘democracy in monarchy’: Retd. IAS officer
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Nalwadi practised ‘democracy in monarchy’: Retd. IAS officer

June 7, 2026

Retired IAS Officer B.R. Jayaramaraje Urs, addressing the gathering during the Yuva Janotsava and Prathibha Puraskara, organised by Karnataka Ursu Mahamandali Charitable Trust at Sri Krishna Temple premises, Gokulam in the city this morning. (Sitting from left) Swami Sarvajayananda of Sri Ramakrishna Ashram, Mysuru, President of Karnataka Ursu Mahamandali Charitable Trust B.S. Sridharaje Urs and…

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Domestic LPG cylinder price hiked by Rs. 29

June 7, 2026

The Central Government has hiked the price of domestic LPG cylinder by Rs. 29 making it the second increase in 3 months since start of US-Iran war. In Mysuru, the 14.2 kg LPG cylinder has increased to Rs. 946.50 from Rs. 917.50 with effect from today. It may be noted that the price of LPG…

‘Lalitha Mahal could turn into Lansdowne-like ruin’
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‘Lalitha Mahal could turn into Lansdowne-like ruin’

June 7, 2026

Former MP Prathap Simha says no visible progress on saving heritage structure Former MP Prathap Simha speaking at Mysore Travel Mart in JCAC yesterday. Former Mysuru-Kodagu MP Prathap Simha has expressed concern that the proposed renovation of the century-old Lalitha Mahal Palace Hotel could meet the same fate as the Lansdowne Building, which he said…

Forest staff gain firepower
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Forest staff gain firepower

June 7, 2026

42 frontline staff undergo intensive firearms training to curb poaching Forest staff practice rifle firing at Doddabyadarahalli Firing Range in Mandya. For the first time in Karnataka, frontline Forest personnel in Mysuru, Mandya and Chamarajanagar have undergone intensive firearms training aimed at strengthening forest protection and curbing poaching. With large tracts of Mysuru and Chamarajanagar…

Tortoises under threat atop Chamundi Hill
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Tortoises under threat atop Chamundi Hill

June 6, 2026

Ecosystem facing rising traffic and habitat pressure Sir, It is a well-known fact that Chamundi Hill is a precious piece of wilderness nestled in the bustling city of Mysuru. It hosts an exceptional variety of flora and fauna, thriving on the rich vegetation in the region. On May 31, we (Jagadish, Nagaraju and I) sighted…

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