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Relocated snakes often die in a day or two: Herpetologist Gerry Martin
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Relocated snakes often die in a day or two: Herpetologist Gerry Martin

July 8, 2024

Mysore/Mysuru: Noted herpetologist Gerry Martin emphasised that relocating snakes to conserve them is not an effective method. According to research, snakes that are relocated often perish within one or two days. Speaking on the topic ‘Living with Snakes’ at the Mysore Literature Festival-2024, Martin debunked the notion that moving snakes from one location to another…

Worrying conditions of nomadic artists unveiled
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Worrying conditions of nomadic artists unveiled

July 8, 2024

Mysore/Mysuru: During the literature festival, nomadic artists stepped forward to reveal their challenging  circumstances. The programme ‘60 minutes with anonymous nomadic artistes’ featured Mysuru Akashvani Assistant Director Abdul Rashid as the panellist. These artists not only showcased their art but also highlighted the difficulties they faced. Narasimha and Rani from the Dombara community reminisced about…

‘Kishore Kumar’s Hindi melodies still have an enduring appeal’
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‘Kishore Kumar’s Hindi melodies still have an enduring appeal’

July 8, 2024

Mysore/Mysuru: Editor and film buff Shantanu Ray Chaudhuri’s insights on Hindi film songs resonate with nostalgia, capturing the enduring appeal of melodies sung by the late Kishore Kumar and composed by the legendary R.D. Burman. During the session on ‘The swinging 70s – Stars, Style and Substance in Hindi Cinema’ at the Mysuru Literature Festival…

Noopura Trust to host three-day Dance Festival from July 10
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Noopura Trust to host three-day Dance Festival from July 10

July 8, 2024

Mysore/Mysuru: City’s Noopura Kalaavidaru and Samskrutika Trust, in association with Kannada and Culture Department, will be organising ‘Mysuru Nrutya Guru Paramparaa,’ a three-day Dance Festival at Nadabrahma Sangeetha Sabha on JLB Road from  July 10 to 12. The festival will begin with a Bharatanatyam (Mysuru Baani) performance in memory of Padma Bhushan Dr. K. Venkatalakshmamma…

Row over site allotment to CM’s wife: District Minister defends MUDA deal, CM’s family
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Row over site allotment to CM’s wife: District Minister defends MUDA deal, CM’s family

July 7, 2024

Mysore/Mysuru: Rubbishing Opposition allegations of a scam regarding 3.16 acres of land under Kesare Survey No.464 registered in Chief Minister Siddaramaiah’s wife Parvati’s name, District In-charge Minister Dr. H.C. Mahadevappa asserted that the land is legally owned with all requisite documents. Addressing a press conference at Jaladarshini Guest House this morning, Dr. Mahadevappa clarified that…

Dengue under control, says Minister but one more death in city 
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Dengue under control, says Minister but one more death in city 

July 7, 2024

Mysore/Mysuru: Even as Mysuru District Minister Dr. H.C. Mahadevappa stated this morning that the dengue situation is under control in Mysuru, there have been unfortunate fatalities due to the disease. Lalitha, a data entry operator at the Sri Jayadeva Institute of Cardiovascular Sciences & Research in Mysuru, passed away this morning due to complications from…

4.8 lakh RTCs linked to Aadhaar cards in Mysuru
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4.8 lakh RTCs linked to Aadhaar cards in Mysuru

July 7, 2024

In Mysuru district, out of 16,69,813 RTCs, 4,82,449 have been Aadhaar-linked Mysore/Mysuru: In a major move to combat land grabbing and illegal transactions, the Mysuru District Administration has integrated 4.82 lakh RTCs (Record of Rights, Tenancy and Crops), commonly known as ‘Pahani’ in Kannada with Aadhaar card numbers of legitimate landowners under the ‘Bhu Aadhaar’…

An Indian perspective amidst prevalent Western influences
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An Indian perspective amidst prevalent Western influences

July 7, 2024

Dr. R. Balasubramaniam recounts the experience of writing about PM Modi, an icon with millions of followers Mysore/Mysuru: Dr. R. Balasubramaniam, a multifaceted personality encompassing roles as a development scholar, author, public policy advocate, and leadership trainer, embarked on a rare journey of studying the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. This made him earn…

Kalamandira needs urgent repairs
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Kalamandira needs urgent repairs

July 7, 2024

Mysore/Mysuru: Karnataka Kalamandira auditorium, the hotbed of cultural activities, on Hunsur road in the city needs urgent repair. The imposing building standing above the ground level marvels onlookers from outside, but one has a pathetic experience, upon exploring the nook and corner inside the building. Kalamandira is the permanent venue for hosting majority of the…

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