Mysore/Mysuru: Vidu. H.S. Mahalakshmi and Vidu. H.S. Yadugiri Samsmarana Vedike, in association with Ganabharathi, Mysuru, has organised 4th year music concerts on Feb. 21 in memory of Vidu. H.S. Mahalakshmi and Vidu. H.S. Yadugiri at Veene Seshanna Bhavana, Ganabharathi, Adichunchanagiri Road, Kuvempunagar. 5.15 pm: Karnatak music vocal concert by Vidu. Nithyashree accompanied by Vid. Rupanagudi…
Fine arts training valedictory tomorrow
February 20, 2026Mysore/Mysuru: The valedictory of fine arts training classes orgnaised by the Department of Kannada and Culture under SC/ST scheme for students residing in various SC/ST hostels in city will be held tomorrow at Kiru Rangamandira at 10.30 am. Social Welfare and District Minister Dr. H.C. Mahadevappa will inaugurate. Chamaraja MLA K. Harishgowda will preside. Speaking…
Zipline over Karanji Lake: Works halted
February 19, 2026Tourism Department fails to produce work order, mandatory permissions Mysore/Mysuru: Following publication of the report in yesterday’s Star of Mysore about the ‘quiet and hidden’ construction works being carried out on the banks of Karanji Lake Nature Park, attached to Sri Chamarajendra Zoological Gardens, the Mysuru Zoo Executive Director P. Anusha has directed the Tourism…
Partial safaris to restart in Bandipur, Nagarahole
February 19, 2026Shorter safari hours, vehicles to have GPS trackers and dashboard cameras Mysore/Mysuru: The Karnataka Government has approved the partial resumption of wildlife safaris in Nagarahole Tiger Reserve and Bandipur Tiger Reserve, permitting operations at 50 percent capacity. Forest Minister Eshwar B. Khandre announced the decision at a press briefing held at Vikasa Soudha in Bengaluru…
Farmers’ groups resist safari reopening; protests planned
February 19, 2026Mysore/Mysuru: The Karnataka Rajya Raitha Sangha and Hasiru Sene have strongly criticised the State Government’s decision to resume safaris in Bandipur and Nagarahole Tiger Reserves, alleging that the move prioritises the interests of capitalists over the safety of farmers living along forest fringes. State Secretary Manju Kiran accused the Government of bowing to pressure from…
Promotion of former MUDA Commissioner: MLC Vishwanath slams CM Siddaramaiah’s governance
February 19, 2026Bengaluru: The recent promotion of former Mysuru Urban Development Authority (MUDA) Commissioner and KAS officer D.B. Natesh to Selection Grade has triggered controversy, with MLC A.H. Vishwanath launching a sharp attack on Chief Minister Siddaramaiah. The row follows allegations by Mysuru-based social activist Snehamayi Krishna that, bribes were paid to secure Natesh’s promotion. Expressing strong…
CAVA workshop spotlights core artistic foundation
February 19, 2026Excellence in basics key to success, says Animation expert B.N. Vichar Mysore/Mysuru: Renowned Animation expert B.N. Vichar has advised students that excellence in art demands a strong foundation in the subject and continuous efforts to learn new dimensions in the field. He was speaking after inaugurating a workshop on ‘Sculpture and Printing Art’ and an…
Gouri Satya’s memories in Archives now
February 19, 2026Mysore/Mysuru: The memories of senior journalist and writer Gouri Satya were recorded for the archival collections of the Department of Archives and Gazetteers here at the Mysuru Akashvani recently. Department of Archives Director Dr. Gavi Siddaiah said, “The memories of personalities belonging to different fields have already been recorded as part of the department’s efforts…
Pledged gold weight tampering case: Bank gold appraiser held on return from Bangkok
February 19, 2026Mysore/Mysuru: Vijayanagar Police have arrested a gold appraiser attached to the Hinkal branch of Canara Bank, who had fled to Bangkok after allegedly committing fraud involving the weight of gold ornaments pledged by customers. He was taken into custody at Kempegowda International Airport in Bengaluru on Monday upon his arrival from Bangkok. The accused, 39-year-old…
Duplin Complex case: ‘Deadline to vacate shops applicable to tenants, not owners’
February 19, 2026Mysore/Mysuru: Even as Mysuru Development Authority (MDA) is preparing to lawfully evict the tenants of Duplin Complex (Dupline Complex) at the intersection of D. Devaraj Urs Road and Shivarampet in the city, by serving a deadline to vacate the shops till March first week, the merchants appear unfazed. In a meeting convened by Duplin Complex…














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