Mysore/Mysuru: Chamundeshwari MLA G.T. Devegowda (GTD) said that “Poet Laureate Kuvempu (Kuppali Venkatappa Puttappa) opposed blind faith, blind belief and observation based on mere traditions.” He was speaking during ‘Vishwa Manava Dinacharane’, the birth anniversary of Kuvempu, organised jointly by the District Administration and Kannada and Culture Department at Kalamandira here this morning. Highlighting Kuvempu’s…
Mysore/Mysuru: In response to Chief Minister Siddaramaiah’s renewed push for a ropeway to Chamundi Hill in the city, Mysuru-Kodagu MP Pratap Simmha has strongly voiced his opposition to the project. Emphasising his stand against any initiative that could harm the environment, Simmha reiterated his previous stance on the ropeway. Addressing media persons at Jaladarshini Guest…
Construction work begins at brisk pace; protest planned Mysore/Mysuru: Days after the installation of the statue of the late Suttur Seer Dr. Sri Shivarathri Rajendra Swamiji at the Gun House Circle near Mysore Palace, a subject of dispute among various organisations, brisk construction work has commenced around the pedestal of the statue. While the outer…
Mysore/Mysuru: The surge in tourist arrivals in Mysuru since Dec. 23 has brought joy to the hotel, hospitality and travel industry. However, it has also created concerns for the authorities overseeing Chamarajendra Zoological Gardens, commonly known as Mysuru Zoo, due to the ongoing threat of the COVID-19 JN.1 variant. Each day, the Zoo attracts thousands…
Visitors made to wait for hours at counters for tickets; but tickets allegedly sold in bulk to resorts Mysore/Mysuru: The influx of tourists has extended into forests such as Bandipur and Nagarahole, resulting in a surge of visitors. Unfortunately, tourists have been expressing dissatisfaction with their experiences at jungle safari points, citing prolonged waiting times…
Proposal made in 2015 by academicians and industrialists favouring Mysuru gains renewed momentum Mysore/Mysuru: The initiative to position Mysuru as an optimal location for the establishment of the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) has gained renewed momentum, as Chief Minister Siddaramaiah recently presented a proposal to Prime Minister Narendra Modi. In his submission to the…
Mysore/Mysuru: The Mysuru Rural Police have arrested three persons including a woman in a honey trapping case, where the three accused had extorted Rs. 5.46 lakh cash and gold ornaments from the Kerala Public Works Department (PWD) contractor. The incident taken place in March came to light lately. The case was registered at a Police…
Mysore/Mysuru: The idol of Goddess Sri Rajarajeshwari Devi was consecrated and sannidhi of Sri Hari was inaugurated at Sri Ganapathy Sachchidananda Ashram, Avadhoota Datta Peetham, Mysuru-Nanjangud road in city yesterday. The rituals associated with the consecration ceremony began in the morning with Prathistapane Homa, Shanthi Poustika Homa, Moola Mantra Homa and Durga Saptashati, followed by…
Mysore/Mysuru: Hours after City Police Commissioner Ramesh Banoth announced that New Year’s Eve celebrations must conclude by 1 am on the intervening night of Dec. 31, 2023, and Jan. 1, 2024, the Mysuru Hotel Owners’ Association has requested the City Police to extend closing time of small hotels and eateries to 1 am from the…
Mysore/Mysuru: The State Government has honoured G.L.N. Simha, a distinguished artist from Mysuru, with the prestigious Varnashilpi K. Venkatappa Award for the year 2022-23. Established in 1993, this annual award recognises a senior artist for significant contributions to the field of visual art. At the age of 86, Simha stands as an artist par excellence,…
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