Mysuru: Authorities have issued a flood precautionary alert as the Kabini reservoir continues to receive heavy inflows following incessant rainfall in its catchment area. The reservoir recorded an inflow of 15,500 cusecs this morning. Officials said that from 8 am today, around 16,000 cusecs of water is likely to be released downstream, with the discharge…
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Youth stripped, beaten in Chamarajanagar: HC slams State Govt.
August 1, 2026Bengaluru: The High Court has expressed its serious concern over the incident of mob assaulting a mentally unsound teenaged youth, following the alleged insult to the statue of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar at Masanapura village in Chamarajanagar district. Justice M. Nagaprasanna, who was hearing a petition recently filed by one Chandru, 19, a resident of Uppara…
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State sanctions Rs. 95 lakh to protect Varuna Aqueduct
August 1, 20268-ft high compound wall, pillar reinforcement planned Mysuru: The State Government has released Rs. 95 lakh for the protection of the Varuna Aqueduct (D. Devaraj Urs Canal) that supports irrigation for lakhs of families. Administrative approval has been granted and work is expected to begin once technical clearance is obtained. The Aqueduct, located near Hale…
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MDA flayed for delaying site allotments to achievers
August 1, 2026We seek justice and our rights, not charity, says Shaurya Chakra Awardee Mysuru: Social activist Snehamayi Krishna has accused the Mysuru Development Authority (MDA) of deliberately delaying the allotment of H-category residential sites earmarked for achievers. Addressing a press conference at Pathrakarthara Bhavan in Mysuru recently, Krishna recalled that the erstwhile Mysuru Urban Development Authority…
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No question of withdrawing MUDA case: Snehamayi Krishna
August 1, 2026Mysuru: Activist Snehamayi Krishna has said he will continue his legal battle over the alleged irregularities in the Mysuru Urban Development Authority (MUDA) site allotment case, asserting that the fight will continue until those responsible are brought to justice. Speaking to reporters, Snehamayi Krishna alleged that a false ‘B report’ had been filed in connection…
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MLA K. Harishgowda challenges Prathap Simha to contest from Sakleshpur
August 1, 2026Mysuru: Maintaining that Sakleshpur Assembly segment in Hassan district would become a general category seat in the near future, the city’s Chamaraja Constituency Congress MLA K. Harishgowda has challenged former Mysuru-Kodagu MP Prathap Simha to contest from his (Simha) native place Sakleshpur and he (Harishgowda) will take on him there. Speaking to press person atop…
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CCB Police arrest ganja peddler
August 1, 2026Hunt on to nab another accused; 1.471-kg ganja seized Mysuru: City Crime Branch (CCB) Police have arrested a drug peddler who was attempting to sell ganja in Mandi Police limits and have seized 1.471-kg ganja from him besides launching a hunt to nab another accused involved in the case. On July 28, when CCB Inspector…
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28th Annual Kite Flying Competition tomorrow
August 1, 2026Mysuru: Mysuru Veerashaiva Sajjana Sangha has organised the 28th Annual Kite Flying Competition at the grounds opposite Uttanahalli Maramma Temple on Ring Road tomorrow (Aug. 2). Those interested to participate in the competition may register their names between 1 pm and 1.30 pm. The competition will be held from 2 pm. Prize distribution will be…
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Graduation Day for MBA & MCA at St. Philomena’s College
August 1, 2026Mysuru: St. Philomena’s College, Mysuru, will be holding its Second Graduation Day for the MBA and MCA graduating batches in the college auditorium in Bannimantap on Aug. 3 at 10 am. The ceremony will be presided over by Rev. Dr. Lourdu Prasad Joseph, Rector, St. Philomena’s College (Autonomous), Mysuru, who will deliver the Presidential Address….
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Lions District-317G to host ‘Sankalpa’ at KSOU Convocation Hall tomorrow
August 1, 2026Mysuru: Lions International District 317G will host “Sankalpa 2026-27” installation ceremony of the new District Cabinet on Aug. 2 from 3.30 pm to 8 pm at KSOU Convocation Hall, Hunsur Road in city. Under the leadership of District Governor Ln. S. Mathidevakumar MJF and First Lady of the District Ln. K.P. Sumangala, the new cabinet…
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