By Sadhguru – Founder, Isha Foundation What does it mean to be spiritual? It does not mean you go to the temple and pray. That is not spirituality — that is highly materialistic. If the gods come down and openly tell you that they are not willing to meet any of your materialistic needs, most…
INTERNATIONAL Women’s Day Special… First Woman Director of Mysore Airport P.V. Ushakumari speaks about challenges, women entering airport management, leadership and the future of aviation. When P.V. Ushakumari took charge as Director of Mysore Airport on Oct. 31, 2025, it marked a significant milestone for the Airport. She became the first woman to head the…
By Dr. Devdutt Pattanaik – Author, Speaker, Illustrator, Mythologist It is important to remind ourselves that all Hindu festivals and rituals do not have Vedic claims. In fact, most practices in different parts of India are of local origin with no doctrinal basis, probably rooted to old tribal practices. Hook swinging is a case in…
INTERNATIONAL Women’s Day Special… BK Lakshmiji of Brahma Kumaris reflects on her 58-year spiritual journey, highlighting how Rajyoga meditation and self-discipline can help individuals overcome stress and lead value-based lives. In the current world, marked by rapid technological advancement, Artificial Intelligence and hyper-connectivity, the Brahma Kumaris (officially known as the Prajapita Brahma Kumaris Ishwariya Vishwa…
By Dr. R. Balasubramaniam There is a particular moment that every South Indian experiences within the first week of arriving in Delhi. It is the moment you confidently order something in Hindi or when the autorickshaw driver stares at you with the kind of pity usually reserved for the terminally confused and then responds in…
INTERNATIONAL Women’s Day Special… Bound by family and a shared love for Mysore and Thanjavur painting styles, Vasantha Kumari and Surekha Tholasi have turned their home into a space where tradition thrives. The deep artistic connection of Mysuru’s Tholasi Jewels, a reputed jeweller with a legacy spanning generations, with the traditional Mysore and Thanjavur painting…
INTERNATIONAL Women’s Day Special… Nature and science educator Chandini Chhabra blends research with hands-on learning to make conservation engaging for children and accessible to communities. Direct experience with nature creates an awareness no textbook can replace. On International Women’s Day, Star of Mysore has been spotlighting women who are breaking barriers and redefining spaces. In…
By R.G. Singh, Secretary, Ramsons Kala Pratishtana Majority of the photographs of H.H. Maharaja Krishnaraja Wadiyar IV shot at official functions across Mysore State (outside the Palace premises) shows the Maharaja dressed in white trousers, a comfortable close-collar coat and a ready-to-wear turban. However, at celebrations and events within the Palace, he is seen in…
An actor, director, entrepreneur and mother, Akshatha Pandavapura embodies the spirit of multitasking with ease. A native of Harohalli in Pandavapura taluk of Mandya district, she is the only person from the region to have graduated from the prestigious National School of Drama (NSD), New Delhi. She has won the State Best Actress awards for…
INTERNATIONAL Women’s Day Special… Veteran beautician Veda Rai highlights perseverance, skill development and the importance of patience and self-belief in sustaining success in the beauty industry. Be strong, be fearless, be beautiful, is the phrase that succinctly conveys the qualities a woman should possess in life. There ain’t any woman who doesn’t want to look…
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