She’s just 16, yet she has already brought laurels to Mysuru and Karnataka. Representing the Indian U-16 Women’s Team, that clinched the championship title at the recently concluded FIBA (Fédération Internationale de Basketball Amateur) U-16 Women’s Asia Cup 2025 (Division B) in Malaysia, Shravani Shivanna has swiftly made her mark in India’s basketball circuit. Class…
Karnataka Politics Foul-Mouthed ?
October 25, 2025Karnataka politics is getting crasser by the day. Gone are the days when disagreements were expressed in dignified words and debates were conducted in sentences loaded with wit and wisdom instead of snarls. Once upon a time, Kannadigas prided themselves on their ‘cultured’ civility. Now, if you listened to our politicians or even the common…
Three Dharmic Archetypes
October 23, 2025Hindu mythology expresses personal transformation of leaders through three archetypes: Indra, Shiva and Vishnu. The worlds they create are Swarga, Kailasa and Vaikuntha. Indra, consumed by hunger and fear, represents insecure leadership. He rewards only when he gains, remains jealous of rivals and depends on others for survival. Such leaders foster transactional cultures, where relationships…
Recognising AI authorship in public speaking
October 21, 2025By now, you have heard it. You have heard all of it. Twice. Once at last year’s conference, and again — word for word — at this year’s. It always begins the same way. “In today’s fast-paced, ever-evolving world of unprecedented challenges and limitless opportunities…” Cue the dramatic pause. Another pause. Then another. By this…
Chasing Gold through Snow
October 19, 2025Kodagu’s Thekkada Bhavani becomes the first Indian woman to win international skiing medals While many youngsters influenced by Bollywood dream of entering the world of glamour and fame, here is a girl who chose a very different path — the icy slopes of the mountains. Inspired by adventure and driven by determination, she turned her…
Disappearing Diyas
October 18, 2025Mysuru, Oct. 18 (MTY&BCT)- Once a symbol of purity and tradition, the humble clay lamp that lit homes during Deepavali (Diwali) and Karthika Mondays is now flickering out. The demand for earthen diyas has drastically declined, pushing the potter community — who rely solely on this seasonal craft — into economic distress. In recent years,…
Creating Divine Cinema
October 17, 2025His entry into the Kannada film industry was as modest as any outsider’s, but the impact he has made has turned him into a phenomenon. A key member of the celebrated wave of movie-makers from Dakshina Kannada region, Rishab Shetty has redefined Kannada cinema. From his powerful storytelling and distinctive screenplays in films like Kirik…
Deepavali: Beating the Inertia
October 17, 2025By Sadhguru – Founder, Isha Foundation Sadhguru: The culture of celebrating Deepavali goes back 12,000 – 15,000 years. People realised how, during this time of the year, life hits a point of inertia and does not happen at the normal pace. For the northern hemisphere of the planet, due to the position of the sun,…
Diwali for Ram, Krishna, Lakshmi, Yama, Asuras and Ancestors
October 16, 2025By Dr. Devdutt Pattanaik – Author, Speaker, Illustrator, Mythologist Diwali in north India celebrates the return of Ram from Ayodhya. Diwali, or rather Deepavali, in south India celebrates the defeat of Narakasura by Krishna. In South Indian traditions, Diwali celebrations take place on the 14th day, that is, on the eve of the new moon…
Twists, Turns & Tricks…Life in a Circus
October 15, 2025The Gemini Circus, currently captivating audiences at the Horse Park Grounds near Karanji Lake, is a dazzling blend of nostalgia and thrill. With every act, it rekindles childhood wonder while electrifying spectators of all ages. Rain or shine, applause or silence — the show must go on… The audience is treated to a breathtaking spectacle…















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