By Girija Madhavan Diplomats, who witness a historical event with international ramifications in the country of posting, are very lucky. In 1989 my husband, A. Madhavan and I, saw the Fall of the Berlin Wall (9 November 1989), a potent symbol of the Cold War. The event changed relations between the States of Europe, their…
Sainik Academy Mysuru set up by an ex-Commando brings out the best in Armed Forces aspirants Mysuru-based Sainik Academy is successfully providing training for youths to serve as Agniveers in the Army, Navy and Air Force under the Agnipath (Agneepath) Scheme for recruitment into the Armed Forces. This initiative offers a good opportunity for young…
Karnataka Ganakala Parishat to confer ‘Ganakala Bhushana’ title on the Mysuru-based Classical Musician The Karnataka Ganakala Parishat (Musicians Association) has unanimously elected Dr. R.N. Sreelatha, the well-known Classical Karnatak Musician of Mysuru and Managing Trustee of Shruthimanjari Foundation, as the President of 51st Senior Musicians State-level Conference to be held from Nov. 16 to 20…
as Englishmen hammer ‘Men in Blue’ out of the tourney By V.N. Prasad Gloom of the Graveyard’ engulfed 1.35 billion Indians and fans across the world as our boys failed to hold the nerves in an important/ crucial encounter and threw away the match in abject surrender. In lighter vein, we can only surmise that…
By Dr. C.D. Sreenivasa Murthy World Diabetes Day (WDD) was instituted in 1991 by the International Diabetes Federation (IDF) and the World Health Organisation (WHO) to focus on the escalating health threat posed by diabetes. World Diabetes Day became an official United Nations Day in 2006 with the passage of the United Nations Resolution. It…
By Dr. Devdutt Pattanaik – Author, Speaker, Illustrator, Mythologist In folklore, Age of Mandhata refers to an ancient time, even before Krishna and Ram lived on earth. As per the Mahabharata, Mandhata was the son of Ram’s ancestor, Yuvanashva. Yuvanashva wanted a child. But he consumed the magic potion that was meant to make his…
Mysuru, patronised by the erstwhile Maharajas, is always known for its rich art and culture. Many Dance Festivals are conducted in this Cultural Capital of Karnataka throughout the year. But the need for an intellectual, classic and cut above the rest performers’ (who were good, be it upcoming, amateur or professional dancers) “Meet” is very…
‘Halli Mane’ a huge crowd-puller with age-old and rare agriculture implements, household items By Mohan Kayaka Life in a village is not a walk in the park by any means. Farming is one of the most difficult jobs and crops need close attention and efforts for a successful harvest. At the same time, life in…
By Dr. S.A. Mohan Krishna, Amateur Astronomer None can forget the mesmerising Supermoon, Bloodmoon Total Lunar Eclipse that occurred on Jan. 31, 2018! This astronomical occurrence has been memorable and millions witnessed this spectacular spectacle. In the same way, during July 27 – 28, 2019, Indians were really fortunate to witness a longest duration ‘Total…
Vice-Chancellor Prof. G. Hemantha Kumar’s fruitful four-year term ends on Nov. 15 He has many firsts to his credit; started unique and student-friendly career initiatives By S.T. Ravikumar The four-year tenure of University of Mysore (UoM) Vice-Chancellor Prof. G. Hemantha Kumar, who took the University academics and activities to much greater heights, is set to…
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