By Dr. S. Shankara Bhat Several news items in Star of Mysore in the last two decades have brought to light tree fall incidents across the city and it is a concerning issue. These tree crashes result in severe damage to property, including parked vehicles, electrical poles, TV cables, and, tragically, the occasional loss of…
By Ganesh Anil Living a meaningful life takes various forms and one powerful way to extend that significance beyond our time on earth is through organ donation. While we often explore avenues to enrich our lives, donating organs after death offers a unique opportunity to not only give our own life a purpose but also…
[Continued from yesterday] By S.B. Devaraj Star of Mysore (SOM): What was the reason behind supporting Siddaramaiah, though you were with Janata Dal-Secular (JD-S)? Sreenivasa Prasad: Following the resignation of Siddaramaiah as Chamundeshwari MLA, by-election was necessitated to Chamundeshwari segment. Siddaramaiah was the Congress candidate and Shivabasappa was pitted from JD(S). As the winning chances…
Former Union Minister and incumbent Chamarajanagar Member of Parliament (MP) V. Sreenivasa Prasad is a veteran politician, whose popularity is not just restricted to the State, but has transcended boundaries to national level. He developed leadership acumen through Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) where he learnt organisational nuances. He entered politics on the back of numerous…
By B.N. Ramya Chamundi Hill, the revered abode of the presiding deity of Mysuru, Goddess Sri Chamundeshwari, stands as a prominent attraction drawing visitors from far and wide. This iconic landmark holds deep historical significance and religious reverence, captivating both the devout and nature enthusiasts alike with its enchanting environs. Beyond its tourist allure and…
Swarasankula Sangeetha Sabha, Mysuru, is celebrating Ganayogi Panchakshari-Puttaraja Music Festival at Ganabharathi’s Veene Seshanna Bhavana, Adichunchanagiri Road, Kuvempunagar, Mysuru, on Mar. 17 at 5.30 pm. The programme starts with a grand Sarod recital by Pt. Sachin Hampemane accompanied by Pt. Bhimashankar Bidanur on tabla. This will be followed by a grand Hindustani vocal recital by…
By Sunita Menon, Psychotherapist – Specialised in CBT & Sex Therapy In my practice I see more clients with behavioural addictions than chemical addictions. The definition of addiction is constantly evolving. DSM-5 (Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition) has a chapter titled ‘Substance-Related and Addictive Disorders’ reflecting both chemical and behavioural addictions….
By M.T. Yogesh Kumar Young and emerging artists thrive in the cultural legacy of Mysuru, following the footsteps of seasoned practitioners and attaining success across diverse artistic domains. Hailing from Hinkal, L. Basavaraju is a promising figure among the new generation of artists. Having earned a Master of Fine Arts (MFA) degree from the prestigious…
By Dr. Padmavathi Narasimhan Situated 22 kms away from Hassan, Gorur is a small sacred village known for its dam, its beautiful Hemavati River, Sri Yoganarasimha Temple, 1400-year-old Paravasudeva Temple and the big personalities it has produced — One of Karnataka’s foremost literary writers Gorur Ramaswamy Iyengar and Captain G.R. Gopinath of Deccan Airlines, to…
By U.B. Acharya History: In 1879, James Gordon Bennett Jr. commissioned a resort facility at Newport, Rhode Island, USA, for the wealthy Newport summer residents. It was then essentially a casino, an exclusive retreat for the rich and famous East Coast Americans. The facility added in 1880 a modern club. Along with an excellent clubhouse,…
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