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…
Mysuru’s green thumb with a winning streak
October 22, 2023By 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…
Dasara Home Garden Competitions – 2023: His passion for greenery made him migrate from Haryana to Mysuru
October 22, 2023Migration 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….
The Wadiyar Queens who made Dasara possible
October 21, 2023By Maya Sitaram The traditional Dasara being celebrated this year pays homage to the Wadiyar kings, who have played a pivotal role in many aspects of Mysore’s history, including the Dasara celebrations. Apart from Raja Wadiyar I, who initiated the Dasara celebrations in 1610, Krishna Raja Wadiyar III (Mummadi) and IV (Nalwadi) also deserve credit….
Make Mysuru a City of Fountains, again
October 20, 2023By Gouri Satya, Sr. Journalist The restoration of the historic landmark Elgin Fountain is a major change in the stand of the Mysuru City Corporation (MCC), which has been favouring the demolition of heritage and historic structures in the city unmindful of its civic responsibility. It had also proposed to demolish the Elgin Fountain and…
Three Hoysala-era mini jewels near Mysuru
October 19, 2023By Bhamy V. Shenoy Every Mysurean is familiar with Hoysala Temples in Belur, Halebeedu and Somnathpur. But how many have heard of the Sri Laxminarayana Swamy Temple at Hosaholalu, the Panchalingeshwara Temple at Govindanahalli and the Brahmeshvara Temple at Kikkeri? Recently, when we visited these three Temples, we faced a tough time locating the Brahmeshvara…
Unbroken Dasara Jumbo Tradition
October 14, 2023By M.T. Yogesh Kumar The tradition and legacy of elephants in Dasara, one of India’s most celebrated and cherished festivals, hold a profound place in the hearts of the people and the history of the region. These magnificent creatures have played an integral role in the Dasara festivities of Mysuru for centuries. The tradition of…
Dasara cultural programmes at Mysore Palace, 10 other venues
October 14, 2023Vehicle carrying a mobile troupe of artistes to go around the city As part of Nada Habba, Dasara Cultural Programmes Sub-Committee has organised several programmes at 11 different venues across the city and also at Nanjangud from Oct. 15 to 22 in the evenings from 5.30 pm onwards, to entertain the connoisseurs of art. That…
Flower Show to bloom with a whopping Rs. 2.10 crore budget
October 13, 2023By M.T. Yogesh Kumar [Pics by M.N. Lakshminarayana Yadav] In the grand celebration of Dasara, the Flower Show at Kuppanna Park takes the spotlight as the second most popular event after the Vijayadashami procession. This spectacular event is meticulously organised to attract a large number of visitors and is a collaborative effort between the Mysuru…
Hundred years of Mysore Varsity Philosophy Dept.
October 11, 2023By Gouri Satya, Sr. Journalist The Department of Philosophy, University of Mysore, is as old as the University itself. The University was established on July 27, 1916. The Department came into existence the following year under the stewardship of Prof. A.R. Wadia. Prof. Wadia had his higher education in Oxford and Cambridge. He reported to…
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