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Zipline over Karanji Lake: Works halted
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Zipline over Karanji Lake: Works halted

February 19, 2026

Tourism 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
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Partial safaris to restart in Bandipur, Nagarahole

February 19, 2026

Shorter 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
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Farmers’ groups resist safari reopening; protests planned

February 19, 2026

Mysore/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 
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Promotion of former MUDA Commissioner: MLC Vishwanath slams CM Siddaramaiah’s governance 

February 19, 2026

Bengaluru: 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
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CAVA workshop spotlights core artistic foundation

February 19, 2026

Excellence 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
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Gouri Satya’s memories in Archives now

February 19, 2026

Mysore/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…

Narayana Hospital, Mysuru upgrades Radiation Oncology Services
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Narayana Hospital, Mysuru upgrades Radiation Oncology Services

February 19, 2026

Marks 10 years of Comprehensive Cancer Care with Enhanced Precision and Advanced LINAC Technology Mysore/Mysuru: Narayana Hospital, Mysuru, today announced the upgrade of its radiation oncology services with the commissioning of a Next-Generation Linear Accelerator (LINAC) system, marking a significant milestone in its continued commitment to precision-driven and accessible cancer care. Narayana Hospital, Mysuru, has…

Moon Committee meeting held; Ramzan fasting from today
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Moon Committee meeting held; Ramzan fasting from today

February 19, 2026

Mysore/Mysuru: A meeting of the Mysore District Hilal (Moon) Committee was held at the office of the Mysore District Wakf Advisory Committee on Sayyaji Rao Road yesterday evening. It was decided that Holy Month of Ramzan and fasting will begin from today. At the meeting  the information was collected about the sighting of the Moon,…

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