By Girija Madhavan Breaking Bread together” is a phrase that from ancient times has been a symbol of amity and fellowship. In 1959, when I became an Indian Foreign Service wife at the age of twenty-one, I realised that hospitality, both proffered and enjoyed, would be a large part of my diplomatic life. Being sentimental,…
Disposing Mountain of stinking solid waste in city
May 31, 2024Doubts about chosen contractor’s competence Learn from past mistakes Now I learn that the final authority to approve this ‘technical bid’, the State High Power Committee (SHPC), has given its approval. So this work will go to the successful bidder M/s D.H. Patel. The MCC Administrator may request the SHPC to review its earlier decision…
Sanatana Dharma at Crossroads
May 29, 2024By R. Chandra Prakash Sanatana Dharma, true to its meaning ‘perenniality’, has survived several millennia of political and religious attacks. Today it is being practised by nearly eighty percent of the population of the country. Islamic occupations of 1300-plus years, and more than two hundred years of Christian colonialism did severely affect the Sanatana Dharma….
Gruha Jyothi Vs 24×7 power supply
May 28, 2024What would be your choice? By Bhamy V. Shenoy If given the choice between receiving up to 200 units of free power supply (Gruha Jyothi) and uninterrupted power supply on a 24×7 basis, many of us would likely lean towards the uninterrupted power supply. My intention in raising this issue is not to criticise the…
Vinay Sharva presents Moonlight Music at Suttur Mutt
May 27, 2024Vid. Vinay Sharva is an young artiste who has carved a niche for himself. He has developed a good style of singing. Perfect alliance with shruthi and laya, the deep gamakas and an emotive rendering creates an impact on the listeners. The vast manodharma acquired by rigorous practice plays a crucial role in shaping him…
Concerts at Nadabrahma Sabha from tomorrow
May 27, 2024Sri Nadabrahma Sangeetha Sabha is organising four concerts during next week from May 28 to 31 to celebrate 156th Birth Anniversary of Mysore K. Vasudevacharya and Flute Mali Memorial Concerts at its premises on JLB Road in city. On May 28 at 6 pm, for 156th Birth Anniversary celebrations of Sangeetha Kalanidhi Mysore K. Vasudevacharya,…
Geethayaana: Techno-Cultural Fest
May 23, 2024GSSS Institute of Engineering and Technology for Women (GSSSIETW), Mysuru, celebrated its Annual Techno-Cultural Fest ‘Geethayaana-2024’ on May 6, 8 and 9. This Annual Fest provided a platform for students from various Engineering Colleges to showcase their talents. ‘Geethayaana-2024’ was inaugurated by GSSS President Dr. M. Jagannath Shenoy in the presence of GSSS Hon. Secretary…
Ganabharathi to host grand violin concert by Mysuru trios
May 23, 2024Ganabharathi, Mysuru, has organised Violin Trio concert by Vid. H.K. Narasimhamurthy, Vid. H.N. Bhaskar and Vidu. Pruthvi Bhaskar at Veene Seshanna Bhavana, Adichunchanagiri Road, Kuvempunagar, on May 24 at 6 pm. They will be accompanied by Vid. G.S. Ramanujan on mridanga and Vid. A. Radhesh on mridanga. The above concert is sponsored by Vidu. G.S….
No fire safety for Mysore Palace
May 20, 2024The world-famous Mysore Palace, over a century old and attracting lakhs of visitors, surprisingly lacks fire safety measures, raising concerns over the conservation of priceless art, valuables paintings and other paraphernalia associated with the Mysore royal heritage. Despite the illumination of the Palace with over one lakh incandescent bulbs during Dasara and other occasions, necessary…
Mysore betel leaf prices soar
May 19, 2024Post-meal munching at a cost The significance of betel leaves in auspicious ceremonies is profound, serving as integral components in various cultural rituals. For many, the combination of betel leaves and arecanut is not just a mere indulgence but a cherished tradition, enjoyed after meals or throughout the day. Often referred to as the ‘poor…
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