Hunsur: Karnataka Rajya Shikshakara Prathiba Parishat had organised a function at Shikshakara Bhavana in the town recently to mark the inauguration of the taluk wing of the Parishat. ‘Gurushri’ awards were also presented to 45 teachers on the occasion. Speaking on the occasion DDPI Manjula opined that the close bond between Guru and Shishya was…
Poetry losing semblance of structure and syntax: Scholar
February 23, 2018Mysuru: Regretting that Kannada Poetry is losing semblance of structure and syntax, Folk Scholar Dr. Kabbinale Vasanth Bharadwaj said that he wished to see a new crop of lyricists in Kannada. He was speaking at a music programme based on his Mahakavya work ‘Kanaka Tarangini’ organised by Brahmavidya at Nadabramba Sangeetha Sabha on JLB Road…
‘Involve in Scout movement to develop service-mindedness’
February 23, 2018Mysuru:- Bharat Scouts and Guides State Chief Commissioner P.G.R. Sindhia called upon the youth to involve in Scout movement to develop service-mindedness towards society. Addressing the gathering at the Mysore Scouting Centenary (1917-2017) valedictory function held at Sri Jayachamarajendra Scouts and Guides Bhavan, here yesterday, he said that hundred years ago the Mysuru Maharajas gave…
Panache to exhibit the ‘Best of Spring Fashion’
February 23, 2018The spring-summer 2018 fashion trends are nothing if not bright, bold and beautiful. Spring begins with fresh and fabulous styles at Panache. Here’s a chance for Mysureans to catch up on the latest trends for the year only with Panache on the 24th and 25th of February, from 10.30 am to 8.30 pm at Hotel…
MCC clarifies
February 23, 2018Mysuru: Following publication of various civic issues in SOM’s WhatsApp Us column, the MCC has issued the following clarifications. For the news item titled ‘Clogged drains in Gokulam needs to be cleaned’ published on Jan. 25, the MCC has clarified that the drains in Gokulam 3rd Stage, 7th Cross has been cleaned. For the news…
Unidentified bodies found
February 23, 2018Mysuru: In separate cases, the Lakshmipuram Garuda Police personnel and the Jayapura Police, have found the bodies of unidentified persons in their jurisdictions. In the first case, the Lakshmipuram Garuda Police personnel during their regular beat on Feb. 21, found a body of an unidentified man near Sarada Vilas College here. The unidentified man is…
Man sentenced to seven years imprisonment for raping minor
February 23, 2018Mysuru: The 7th Additional District and Sessions Court, has sentenced a 32-year-old man to seven years imprisonment and a fine of Rs. 15,000 for raping a minor girl in 2012. The person who has been sentenced has been identified as Raju, a resident of Kallahalli hamlet in Sargur taluk. On Mar. 7, 2012, the 14-year-old…
Parakala Mutt Ex-Secretary Venkatanathan passes away
February 23, 2018Mysuru: Former Parakala Mutt Secretary Venkatanathan (85), passed away at a private hospital here yesterday. A resident of Saraswathipuram in city, he had served as a Sanskrit Professor at Manasagangothri and also as a ‘Guru’ of the Mysuru Royal family. He leaves behind his wife Rukmini and a host of relatives and friends. His last…
Rider killed as car rams into bike
February 23, 2018Periyapatna: A bike rider was killed on the spot when a car collided with his bike head-on near Tobacco Board on Bettadapura Road here on Wednesday night. The deceased has been identified as Kariyappa (30), a resident of Hittnehebbagilu in the taluk. Kariyappa, along with his friend Chandu were proceeding on the bike (KA-45-X-2064) from…
SHABD- 2018 literary festival at SJCE from tomorrow
February 23, 2018Mysuru: SHABD- 2018, a national-level literary festival held annually at Sri Jayachamarajendra College of Engineering (SJCE), Mysuru and organised by the SJCE Editorial Board, will be conducted on Feb. 24 and 25. This annual festival aims at encouraging talent in English and Kannada literary fields as well as art and photography. Being the 12th consecutive…















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