Madikeri: The annual Cauvery Theerthodbhava at Talacauvery in Kodagu district will take place today (Oct. 17) at 7.50 pm, with thousands of devotees expected to gather for the sacred occasion. Talacauvery, regarded as the birthplace of the Cauvery River, will witness special pujas marking the emergence of the holy spring. A team of priests led…
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Surya Kirans all set for aerial spectacle
October 17, 2026Full-dress rehearsal on Oct. 18; main public display on Oct. 19 Mysuru: Mysuru is set to witness aerial displays by the Indian Air Force’s Surya Kiran Aerobatic Team at Bannimantap Parade Grounds on Oct. 18 and 19. Ahead of the show, nine Hawk Mk-132 aircraft flew over the city this morning as part of mapping…
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3,500 drones to light up skies from 7 tonight
October 17, 2026Mysuru: As part of Dasara, a four-day drone show will be held at Bannimantap Parade Grounds on Oct. 17, 18, 20 and 21. Organised by the Chamundeshwari Electricity Supply Corporation (CESC) under the ‘Dasara Deepalankara’ programme, the show aims to set a Guinness World Record with 3,500 drones creating a series of aerial formations, including…
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Police Mass Band enthrals audience at Mysore Palace
October 17, 2026Compositions of Michael Jackson, A.R. Rahman and Ilaiyaraaja take visitors on a musical journey Mysuru: The Dasara cultural programme yesterday witnessed Police Mass Band performing the compositions of music legends A.R. Rahman, Ilaiyaraaja and Michael Jackson at the Mysore Palace premises much to the delight of the audience. Following continuous rain in city, alternative arrangements…
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Traditional Tonga Ride…
October 17, 2026Mysuru: Couples, dressed in traditional attire, took a Tonga Ride on the main thoroughfares of city this morning, starting from Town Hall premises. The participants also learnt about heritage buildings on their way. The event was organised as part of Dasara festivities by the Department of Archaeology, Museums and Heritage, Mysuru. Dr. P. Shivaraju, Commissioner,…
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Heritage Walk retraces city’s landmarks
October 17, 2026Mysuru: More than 50 people took part in a Heritage Walk organised in Mysuru as part of Dasara on Thursday, exploring some of the city’s historic buildings and landmarks. The walk was organised by the Department of Archaeology, Museums and Heritage, in association with the Tourism Department. Film Director B. Suresh flagged off the event…
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When FRONGS must do
October 17, 2026what Governments won’t! 17th OCTOBER, 2026 It is marriage season again. No, not for humans, but for frogs. In Karnataka, we call it ‘Mandooka Parinaya’, the ceremonial marriage of two wild frogs to appease the Rain God. The first of many such forced amphibian marriages to come was held in Kadur, Chikkamagaluru district. Before we…
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‘Ayudha Puja’ performed to MCC vehicles
October 17, 2026‘Ayudha Puja’ was performed to the vehicles attached to Mysuru City Corporation (MCC) at Scouts and Guides Grounds in city yesterday. Regional Commissioner and MCC Administrative Officer Nitesh Patil, MCC Commissioner M.K. Savitha, Additional Commissioner B.N. Veena, Environment Engineer Mythri, Nasarulla and MCC Zonal Commissioners, Engineers, staff, vehicle drivers and loaders were present.
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P. Lokanath
October 17, 2026P. Lokanath (76), a retired BSNL employee and an Ex-serviceman, passed away here on Thursday following brief illness. A resident of Hebbal, he leaves behind his wife, a son, a daughter and a host of relatives and friends. Last rites were performed at Jodi Tenginamara Burial Ground in Bannimantap yesterday, according to family sources.
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M.P. Manjunath
October 17, 2026Mysuru: M.P. Manjunath (58), a lecturer of Vidya Vikas Polytechnic in city and a resident of Chamundipuram, passed away here this morning. He leaves behind his wife Vidushi Sharadamba (well-known music teacher), one son and a host of relatives and friends. Last rites were held at the foot of Chamundi Hill this afternoon.
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