By Dr. Padmavathi Narasimhan In memory of Sangeeta Ratna T. Chowdaiah, Nadabrahma Sangeeta Sabha felicitates a senior violinist on the 19th of January every year. This is the day Chowdaiah breathed his last and on his death anniversary, his family, in collaboration with the Sabha, honours a senior Violin Vidwan with the title ‘Dhanurvainika Brahma’…
By Dr. Devdutt Pattanaik – Author, Speaker, Illustrator, Mythologist Persia refers to countries now known as Iran and Iraq. In ancient days, Iraq was called Mesopotamia, the fertile river crescent where one of the first civilisations was built around farming. Because of the repeated flooding, the gods were seen as capricious, making the lives of…
Kalabhivardhana, a National-level Art Festival, is being organised by Kala Sandesha Prathishtana along with its seven sister organisations since 2014. In this art festival, the Prathishtana recognises the notable achievements of the artistes in the field of Classical Dance and music, Shastra, Indian Philosophy and Art at National-level, confer award to them and provide stage…
By Dr. S.N. Bhagirath [Continued from yesterday] HSK’s repertoire was vast and seemingly endless. He seemed to transcend boundaries of different genres of writing with effortless ease. While he was an ace biographer and chronicler of his times, he was also a master essayist, critic, poet, editor and novelist of considerable repute. His five collections…
Government gives nod for Swiss Challenge Method Mysuru Zoo asks New Zealand firm to submit DPR By M.T. Yogesh Kumar The much-touted modern aquarium at Mysuru Zoo (Sri Chamarajendra Zoological Gardens), which has been in limbo for over eight years, has now gained fresh traction, with the State Government giving its nod for the Swiss…
An ace biographer, columnist, critic, poet, master essayist, novelist and editor of many works — H. S. Krishnaswamy Iyengar (HSK) was a gentle giant in the realm of literature and journalism. Always wearing a warm and endearing smile, this affable and humble soul chronicled the life and times of personalities, both at home and abroad…
The rectangular roof styles and sloped roof designs represent wisdom, perseverance, determination, ability to communicate and passion for travelling. However, having them softly curved would be beneficial as it will enable the life energy to flow around house and into the home too. Feng Shui is the ancient Chinese system of balancing our physical environment…
By M.T. Yogesh Kumar Hero Stones (Veeragallu) and Masti Stones (Mastikallu) are unique stone monuments found across India, particularly in Karnataka. These stone carvings speak volumes about life and living in those bygone eras. While Hero Stones are erected in memory of heroes who died in the battlefield while defending kings, border or cattle, Masti…
By Shadan Muneer Don’t we all just love makeup? Is that even a question? Well, we are not talking about your daily wear makeup here but the wedding makeup. There’s no denying to the fact that bridal makeup gets us all really excited, and with Indian brides, along with their makeup artists, going a step…
By Bhamy V. Shenoy If one wants to appreciate the meaning of “Nero fiddling while Rome was burning”, just look at the way how our Corporators left the Council Hall recently fuming at the Mysuru City Corporation (MCC) Commissioner who could not give them the “promised” Rs. 50 lakh for each Ward. Residents of Vidyaranyapuram…
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