Miscreants make merry in the absence of any security; cigarette butts, empty liquor bottles paint a sorry picture Mysore/Mysuru: The old Deputy Commissioner’s (DC) Office building, a heritage structure in the heart of the city, has unfortunately transformed into a haven for those seeking merriment. Over the past four months, since the DC Office and…
District Minister thanks people, officials for a successful Dasara
October 29, 2023Mysore/Mysuru: District Minister Dr. H.C. Mahadevappa expressed his gratitude to the people, officials and all stakeholders for the resounding success of this year’s Dasara festival. Speaking at a press conference held at the Government Guest House this morning, he praised the unexpected success of Dasara and extended his thanks to all those who contributed to…
Thousands attend written exam for Govt. appointments on second and final day
October 29, 2023Mysore/Mysuru: The second and concluding day of the two-day written exam (Oct. 28 and 29) for appointment to clerical vacancies in various Government bodies went off smoothly today in the city. The exam, conducted by the Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA), is being held at 29 centres of the district, including 24 in Mysuru city alone….
Security concerns arise as Mysore Palace electric fence has no power
October 29, 2023Mysore/Mysuru: Mysore Palace, a prominent tourist destination that draws visitors from around the world, is not immune to threats due to its unique status in Southern India. Given its significance, it has become a potential target for destructive activities, necessitating enhanced security measures. Ironically, the electric fence encircling the Palace, intended to provide security, has…
Prayer meet blast in Kerala: One killed, several injured
October 29, 2023Amit Shah calls for NIA, NSG probe Kochi: Kerala Police are put on high alert after a series of blasts at a Sunday prayer convention of the Christian denomination Jehovah’s Witnesses which killed one person and injured over two dozen, a few of them critically, near Kochi in Kerala. Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan told…
Teppotsava held atop Chamundi Hill
October 29, 2023Mysore/Mysuru: Four days after the Dasara festival concluded with Jumboo Savari procession on Tuesday, the Chamundeshwari Teppotsava took place at Devikere atop Chamundi Hill in the presence of hundreds of devotees on Saturday evening. As part of Dasara festival, the Rathotsava was held atop the Chamundi Hill on Thursday, followed by Teppotsava at Devikere atop…
Tableaux from Dharwad, Chikkamagalur, Chamarajanagar bag top three prizes
October 29, 2023The tableaux of Hassan, Mandya and Shivamogga districts bag consolation prizes Mysore/Mysuru: The tableaux of Dharwad, Chikkamagalur and Chamarajanagar districts bagged the first three prizes in the Jumboo Savari procession that took place here on Tuesday. The tableaux of Hassan, Mandya and Shivamogga districts bagged consolation prizes. A total of 49 tableaux, including 31 from…
Grand Kannada Rajyotsava in city on Nov. 1: DC Dr. Rajendra
October 29, 2023Mysore/Mysuru: Deputy Commissioner Dr. K.V. Rajendra has said that “Kannada Rajyotsava celebration has been organised on a grand scale on Nov. 1 at Oval Grounds in city and the Officers, pro-Kannada activists, school and college students should join hands to make it a success.” Addressing the preliminary meeting at his Office on Thursday, the DC…
Go by norms to select Rajyotsava Awardees: CM
October 29, 2023Bengaluru: Chief Minister Siddharamaiah has instructed the Officers to abide by the norms while selecting eligible persons for Rajyotsava Award, without ignoring regional justice and representation to all caste, religion and gender. The CM came out with the instructions while chairing a high-level meeting of Rajyotsava Award Selection Committee here on Thursday. The CM informed…
Ekagrid seeks 200 acres to set up University in Mysuru
October 29, 2023Mysore/Mysuru: Ekagrid, a ground-breaking multidisciplinary Research University, driven by Artificial Intelligence (AI) and focused on Science and Technology in the US, is seeking 200 acres of land from Karnataka Government to establish its campus in Mysuru or Bengaluru. Its vision is to become an institution of global prominence, on par with renowned Universities like Stanford…
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