Malavalli: The two-day Gaganachukki Jalapathotsava, an annual waterfalls festival in Malavalli taluk of Mandya district, will conclude today (Sept.14). Chief Minister Siddaramaiah inaugurated the festival, jointly organised by the Mandya District Administration, Tourism Department and Kannada and Culture Department yesterday. Speaking on the occasion, Siddaramaiah urged the Centre to give nod for the execution of…
Bus shelter a cover to rename Dr. Rajkumar Circle: Raghu Kautilya
September 14, 2025Mysore/Mysuru: Senior BJP leader and State BJP OBC Morcha President R. Raghu Kautilya has alleged a conspiracy behind the demolition of the Dr. Rajkumar Circle nameboard (popularly known as Fountain Circle) on Bengaluru-Mysuru Road in the city. In a letter to the Mysuru City Corporation (MCC) Commissioner, Raghu stated that the circle, widely known as…
Hassan accident: CM defends relief amount, questions BJP’s record
September 14, 2025Mysore/Mysuru: Expressing deep condolences over the tragic deaths of nine persons, who were mowed down by a speeding Canter during a Ganesha idol immersion procession in Hassan district on Friday night, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah announced that the State Government will provide Rs. 5 lakh compensation to the families of each victim. Speaking to presspersons at…
Sumptuous breakfast served for mahouts, kavadis, family members
September 14, 2025Mysore/Mysuru: A sumptuous breakfast was served to mahouts, kavadis and their family members, who have accompanied the 14 Dasara elephants at the Mysore Palace premises this morning. District Minister Dr. H.C. Mahadevappa served the breakfast and later joined them along with other guests. The breakfast was arranged by the Mysuru District Administration and an elaborate…
Special illumination at KRS Dam, Brindavan Gardens
September 14, 2025Mysore/Mysuru: Along with the grand illumination planned across Mysuru city for Dasara, the Krishna Raja Sagar (KRS) Dam in Srirangapatna taluk, Mandya District, will also come alive with a special lighting display from Sept. 22 to Oct. 2. Both the KRS Dam and the Brindavan Gardens will be beautifully lit, with dazzling light arrangements around…
Caste census from Sept. 22 to Oct. 2
September 14, 2025State Govt. to spend Rs. 450 cr. amidst financial crunch Bengaluru: The State Government’s decision to go ahead with a Rs. 420-450 crore Social and Educational Survey, despite claiming an “empty treasury,” has thrown up a complex mix of fiscal prudence, social equity and electoral strategy. Speaking to media persons, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah announced on…
Education is a symbol of self-confidence: CM
September 14, 2025Mysore/Mysuru: Stating that Sri Shivarathri Rajendra Swamiji dedicated his entire life for education of children, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah observed that everyone should have education as only education can make one live with self-respect and confidence. He was speaking after inaugurating Sri Shivarathri Rajendra Anubhava Mantapa and new office of JSS Hostels Alumni Housing Co-operative Society…
Dasara Yuva Sambhrama Day-4: Women’s power in full display…
September 14, 2025Mysore/Mysuru: It was a women’s show, on the fourth day of Dasara Yuva Sambhrama, last evening, at Open Air Theatre in Manasagangothri campus, as the girl students presented various women’s related issues artistically, striking a chord with the audience. Themes like — women’s status in the society, empowerment, women freedom fighters, women farmers and Operation…
Tiger Reserve status sought for MM Wildlife Sanctuary
September 14, 2025Central Empowered Committee recommendation New Delhi: The Central Empowered Committee (CEC), appointed by the Supreme Court, has recommended that the Male Mahadeshwara Wildlife Sanctuary (MM Hills) be declared a Tiger Reserve, citing its ideal habitat and potential to support a thriving tiger population. The recommendation comes in the wake of the recent deaths of five…
Jatra Mahotsavas at M.M. Hills temple
September 14, 2025Mysore/Mysuru: On account of Mahalaya Amavasya, Dasara, Deepavali and Kartika Masa, the following Jatras will be held at Malai Mahadeshwara Temple atop M.M. Hills in Hanur taluk of Chamarajanagar district. The temple is governed by Sri Malai Mahadeshwara Kshetra Development Authority. Mahalaya Amavasya Jatra: The Mahalaya Amavasya Jatra will commence on Sept. 19, followed by…















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