Mysuru’s woman tender coconut vendor defies financial odds through resilience By S.P. Nanjappa On International Women’s Day (Mar.8), we celebrate stories of courage, perseverance and self-reliance — qualities that define Nagamma, a 60-year-old roadside tender coconut seller in Mysuru city. From facing personal loss to becoming a successful entrepreneur, she has carved her own path…
Keeping Cool… How city Zoo is helping animals beat the heat
March 15, 2025Zoo deploys stringent health protocols, surveillance, rapid response team to tackle bird flu threat As temperatures soar, the Chamarajendra Zoological Gardens, popularly known as Mysuru Zoo, has stepped up its efforts to ensure the well-being of its animals by implementing various measures to mitigate heat stress. With a focus on hydration, cooling systems and dietary…
Shaping Mysuru’s Dance Legacy…
March 15, 2025Dr. Kripa Phadke empowers through dance, passes on fine arts to future generations By S.N. Venkatnag Sobers Dance is more than an art form — it is an expression of culture, tradition and human emotion. Bharatanatyam, one of India’s most revered classical dance forms, is a synthesis of rhythm, story-telling and devotion that has been…
A Kannada book on cricket
March 15, 2025By Dr. C.G. Narasimhan Title: ‘Cricket Jagattu Mattu Allina Amogha Ghaligegalu’ Author: E.R. Ramachandran Year: 2025 Pages: 240 Price: Rs. 300 Publisher: New Wave Books Cricket in India has become a household name with great excitement and euphoria more so if our boys and girls do well and win a match and tournament. It…
Breaking barriers with Grease & Grit…
March 14, 2025Mysuru’s woman mechanic powers ahead By M.B. Pavan Murthy On International Women’s Day, stories of resilience and determination shine a light on women who step beyond societal norms. One such trailblazer is Sumithra Raju, Mysuru’s two-wheeler mechanic, proving that no field is off-limits for women. For the past four years, Sumithra has been repairing scooters…
Life as a Celebration
March 14, 2025By Sadhguru – Founder, Isha Foundation In the Indian culture, there was a time when there used to be a festival every day of the year — 365 festivals in a year — because a festival is a tool to bring life to a state of exuberance and enthusiasm. That was the significance and importance…
Call for innovative celebrations on World Consumer Rights Day
March 14, 2025By Bhamy V. Shenoy World Consumer Rights Day, observed on or around Mar.15, presents an opportunity to raise awareness about consumer rights and responsibilities. This year’s theme, “A Just Transition to Sustainable Lifestyles,” may sound complex or even abstract to many. Even for those who understand it, implementation remains a challenge. However, if we fail…
Empowering lives through Empathy
March 13, 2025Her dedication to enhancing people’s quality of life sets her apart. With patience, empathy and strong communication skills at the core of her work, she has built deep connections with those she serves. Introducing Irfana Husen, whose unwavering commitment to understanding the challenges faced by individuals with speech and hearing impairments not only improves their…
Insulting Ravan, Bollywood Style
March 13, 2025By Dr. Devdutt Pattanaik – Author, Speaker, Illustrator, Mythologist Ravan is a favourite of Bollywood film-makers. He is depicted variously. We have seen films where Ravan is depicted as a devotee of Shiva (bhakta-Ravan), singing hymns and pleasing the hermit-god in many stories and television serials. Others have made him the perfect brother (bhaiyya Ravan)…
From Passion to… Fashion…
March 12, 2025By Sujata Rajpal “Allow your passion to become your purpose, and it will one day become your profession.” — Gabrielle Bernstein Tulsi Belagur has turned a personal challenge into a thriving kids’ clothing brand, showcasing the power of passion and determination. Her journey began when she struggled to find quality clothes for her new-born. “I…















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