Mysore/Mysuru: Deputy Commissioner Dr. K.V. Rajendra has directed the officials for complete utilisation of SCSP/TSP funds meant for welfare of SC and ST communities in the current financial year and ensure that the funds do not go waste. He was speaking after chairing a review meeting of SCSP/TSP sub-plans at Babu Jagjivan Ram Bhavan here…
Open House Discussion on ‘The Idea of India’ tomorrow
September 9, 2023Mysore/Mysuru: Mysore Open Forum has organised an Open House Discussion on ‘The Idea of India’ moderated by Prof. M. Umapathy and Ravi Joshi at 10.30 am on Sept. 10 at Kalpa Kshetra Auditorium, #581/1, Vijayanagar 4th Stage, 1st Phase, Mysuru, [Mob: 94498-19536] Prof. M. Umapathy is a former Professor and Chairman, Department of Political Science,…
Intl. Meet on ‘Neurodegeneration’
September 9, 2023Mysore/Mysuru: The Division of Biochemistry, School of Life Sciences, Mysuru, JSS Academy of Higher Education & Research (JSS AHER), Mysuru, has organised an International Conference on ‘Neurodegeneration: Biomarkers and Therapeutic Targets’ on Sept. 11 and 12. Neurodegenerative diseases, encompassing conditions like Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, Huntington’s and Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, profoundly affect neuron function and result in…
Distribution of scholarships, awards and felicitation to toppers
September 9, 2023Mysore/Mysuru: The merit scholarship distribution ceremony and felicitation to toppers of 10th Std and PUC of Seshadripuram Independent PU College (SIPUC), Mysuru, was held at the seminar hall of the College in city recently. SIPUC Principal N. Archana Swamy welcomed the dignitaries. Retired Hindustan Aeronautics Limited General Manager Nemichandra, who is also an author, graced…
75 heritage buildings in city need urgent repairs
September 8, 2023District Heritage Conservation Sub-Committee completes survey of 131 buildings, records findings By S.T. Ravikumar Mysore/Mysuru: The District Heritage Conservation Sub-Committee has completed the survey of 131 heritage structures within the Mysuru City Corporation (MCC) limits. A report containing findings and recommendations will soon be submitted to Deputy Commissioner (DC) Dr. K.V. Rajendra. The DC also…
Legendary cartoonist Ajit Ninan passes away in city
September 8, 2023Mysore/Mysuru: Ajit Ninan, the legendary cartoonist, whose works adorned the pages of ‘India Today,’ ‘Outlook’ and ‘The Times of India’ for decades, passed away at his residence in Brigade Symphony Apartment on KRS Road in city last night. He was 68. He leaves behind his wife Elizabeth, daughters Samyuktha and Aparajitha and a host of…
G20 Summit: World leaders land in Delhi
September 8, 2023New Delhi: British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and US President Joe Biden will be among the first world leaders to land in New Delhi today to attend the two-day mega Group of 20 or G20 Summit 2023 beginning on Sept. 9. Flights carrying VVIPs have started landing in Delhi from 7 pm yesterday. Officials aware…
G20 Summit: Former PM Manmohan Singh praises India’s Foreign Policy
September 8, 2023New Delhi: Former Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh has endorsed the Indian Government’s position on the ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine. According to reports while speaking to the Press, the former Prime Minister supported India’s decision to “put its sovereign and economic interests first,” before all else. Despite immense pressure on India to choose…
Dasara elephants, staff covered under Rs. 1.98 crore insurance
September 8, 2023Forest Department pays a premium of Rs. 56,781 to the insurance company Mysore/Mysuru: The Mysuru Dasara festival of 2023 has commenced in grand fashion, marked by the ceremonial arrival of elephants, the centrepiece of this celebrated event. The festivities have ignited tremendous enthusiasm, signalling the commencement of a month-long extravaganza. This year, the prestigious role…
Crocodile spotted in Kukkarahalli Lake
September 8, 2023Mysore/Mysuru: Morning walkers at Kukkarahalli Lake are a worried lot after spotting a crocodile in the Lake yesterday morning. Though crocodiles were spotted in the Lake earlier, the Forest Department had rescued them. Later, the walkers, assuming that there were no crocodiles in the Lake, were enjoying their walks without fear. Now, a crocodile was…















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