The 39th edition of Vasundharotsava-2023, an Indian Classical Dance and Musical Extravaganza, has been organised by Vasundhara Performing Arts Centre (VPAC), a Cultural Wing of VPAC&C Trust, Mysuru, at Sri Nadabrahma Sangeetha Sabha on JLB Road in city from Nov. 4 to 11 between 6 pm and 9 pm. Kamakshi Devi of erstwhile Mysore royal…
Religion didn’t bring the earth to existence. But religion can bring about its destruction. By G.L. Tripuranthaka Musing over the occurrences around the world, one does get a doubt whether man was born first or the religion. This is because, today man is fighting for the religion created by man rather than for human values….
By Dr. B. Shakira Jabeen Kannada, a classical language, has a written history of 1,500 years. The spoken form is much older. Kannada has grown by borrowing vocabulary wherever necessary and by coining new terminology wherever possible. ‘Granthika’ is the standard /written form and there are many ‘vyavaharika’ or spoken forms. The difference between ‘nudi’…
Text & photographs by Dr. Mahadeswara Swamy, Scientist Kapok’ is a fast growing majestic tree with cantilevered branches and a buttressed trunk with mature seed pods bursting out cotton-like fluff. It is found wild as well as cultivated. The tree blooms at night and emits a strong odour which attracts nocturnal pollinators. It is an…
University of Mysore (UoM) and JK Tyre & Industries Ltd., have won first prizes in the category of Ornamental Garden Contest organised as part of recent Dasara Flower Show in city. The prizes were distributed to the winners in various Ornamental Gardens Contest (industries and organisations category-1) during the valedictory of Dasara Flower Show, organised…
In a harmonious fusion of tradition and innovation, the Nataraj Music and Dance Academy (NMDA), headquartered in Visakhapatnam and revered globally for its creative brilliance, is set to unveil the ninth edition of the All India Classical Dance Festival series, the Mysore Dasara Nrithyotsav. The grandeur of this event will unfold at the RamaGovinda Rangamandira…
Ganabharathi, Mysuru, has organised a grand Hindustani Duet by Khan Brothers on Oct.27 (Friday) at 6 pm at Veene Seshanna Bhavana, Adichunchanagiri road, Kuvempunagar. The Hindustani vocal concert will be presented by Pandit Sarfaraz Khan and Pandit Faraz Khan. They will be accompanied by Pandit Sumith Nayak on tabla, Pandit Veerabhadraiah Hiremath on harmonium. About…
By M.T. Yogesh Kumar In a magnificent display of tradition and heritage, the Nada Habba Dasara Mahotsava promises to rekindle the splendour of bygone eras with this year’s Jumboo Savari procession. Leading the way will be 14 caparisoned elephants, with the star attraction being the Golden Howdah-carrying Abhimanyu. Over 200 individuals, elegantly attired in royal…
By Nandini Srinivasan Love and companionship are apparent in nurturing relationships, be it with pets who reciprocate with wagging tails or plants, which silently fill the void when children leave home in pursuit of greener pastures. Shamala Prasanna, a remarkable plant parent, has been reaping the fruits of this special connection with her lush garden…
Migration stories are often personal and rarely documented unless the individuals gain prominence in their new home or share their experiences publicly. However, it’s not uncommon for people to be drawn to different parts of India due to various factors, including personal interests, a desire for a change of scenery or new career prospects. Dr….
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