By V.N. Prasad T-20 cricket is akin to fireworks during Diwali. In local connotation we term T-20 as “CHINNI-KOLU” game where we witness “READY-BEEEES” format. So, with the traditional Diwali round the corner, this T-20 series we hope to enjoy “CRACKERS” show rather than “PUSS” show and blaming it on inclement conditions. The momentum of…
By K. Vijaya Kumar, Former Jt. Director of Information & Publicity It was a surprising and happy moment for Prof. James Manor of London University, who was in Mysuru to deliver a lecture on D. Devaraj Urs at MYRA School of Business on Aug. 21, under the aegis of Devaraj Urs Centre for Development Studies…
By V.N. Prasad Aussies were outclassed by our boys in all the departments of the game in the recently concluded ODI series. Mitchell Starc, Josh Hazlewood, Jadeja and Ashwin would have added more sheen to the series. Whereas Chahal and Kuldeep grabbed the opportunity with both the hands, none of the bowlers amongst the OZs…
Pratham Mysore was founded by Ashvini Ranjan and his wife Shashi Ranjan as part of their post-retirement activity. They adopted two Govt. Primary Schools with 60 children in Nachanahally Palya slums in Mysore South during May 2000 not realising the many challenges they would be faced with. Having entered the unchartered terrain, there was no…
By Girija Madhavan The romance of space is always beguiling. Exploring the “Final Frontier” in science-fiction, television or films, foreshadowed the “Space Tourism” some millionaires experienced recently. The launch by the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) of 104 Nano Satellites in one operation drew admiration; but the failure of the Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle, after…
By S.N. Venkatnag Sobers Bamboo Biriyani at the Dasara Food Mela has been the most popular dish. But, another tribal cuisine has been quietly gaining popularity that has forced the food connoisseurs to throng both Bharat Scouts and Guides and MUDA grounds next to Lalitha Mahal Palace, the venues of food mela, to taste the…
Among the new breed of young actresses, there are many from South India who have been successful in making into Bollywood. Be it Ileana D’Cruz, Tamannaah Bhatia, they have all been successful in ruling not only Tollywood and Kollywood but Bollywood as well. Adding to the list is the ravishing Adah Sharma who has been…
He is among the top rated choreographers in the country with respect to contemporary dance. Having been a part of many dance reality shows, this ace dancer has gained recognition worldwide for his elegance. He is none other than Terence Lewis, the man who has introduced many talented dancers to the country and still continues…
The Dasara tradition traces back to Raja Wadiyar who, following the pomp and pageantry of the Vijayanagar rulers, started the Dasara celebrations in 1610 at Srirangapatna. Continuing this legacy today is Rajamata Pramoda Devi Wadiyar, who is a part of the celebrations since 41 years. Sitting on the sofa next to the one where her…
When Star of Mysore Features Editor N. Niranjan Nikam travelled all the way to meet the Sharp-Shooter at his den in the midst of the jungle at the Safari Land Resorts in Masinagudi, Tamil Nadu, Nawab Shafath Ali Khan and his son Asghar Ali Khan, drove this writer in the jungle in their American Jeep…
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