Mysore/Mysuru: Strongly opposing political interference in matters of culture, tradition and religious practice, noted historian and author Hindol Sengupta said that the very essence of religious institutions is undermined when politics enters the space. Speaking at a panel discussion titled ‘Markets, Mandirs and Modern India,’ Sengupta said, “There must be institutional efforts to implement the…
Mysore/Mysuru: “Though good books are being published in Kannada and talented writers are emerging, the number of readers is steadily declining,” said D.N. Lokappa, noted city-based Publisher and Head of Samvahana Prakashana. He was speaking during a panel discussion titled ‘Kannada Sahityakke Saddillada Sahasamaya Sahakara Needuva Prakashakaru Mattu Savalugalu’ (Publishers who boldly support Kannada literature…
Mysore/Mysuru: “Polyamory is not rooted in physical intimacy, but in emotional truth,” said author Arundhati Ghosh. Speaking on ‘Living with Many Loves: Polyamory in India,’ at Mysuru Literature Fest yesterday, she reflected on liberating yet complex nature of polyamorous relationships. Session was moderated by Anisha Lalvani. “There is no need to feel shame or fear…
Mysore/Mysuru: Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU), Belagavi, has conferred the Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) degree on G.A. Arpitha for her research titled “Landslide Susceptibility Mapping for Kodagu Region using Machine Learning Techniques.” Her work was carried out under the guidance of Dr. A. L. Choodarathnakara, Professor and Head of the Electronics and Communication (E&C) Department at…
Mysore/Mysuru: “Both writers and scientists must engage in unravelling the mysteries of nature,” said noted agricultural scientist and writer Dr. K.N. Ganeshaiah. He was speaking at a Kannada symposium titled ‘Krishi Vijnanadinda Charitrika Kadambarigaledege Payana, Ithihasada Garbhadinda Aarisida Amulya Nidhiratnagalu’ (Journey from agricultural science to historical novels — unearthing precious gems from the womb of…
Mysore/Mysuru: “A writer who wishes to pen thoughts spontaneously must first understand the boundaries of social responsibility and the responsible use of language,” said noted writer Jogi, during a Kannada panel discussion titled ‘Kathe Huttuva Hotthu’ (birth hour of a story), at the last day of the Mysuru Literature Festival. Reflecting on the evolution of…
Mysore/Mysuru: Noted women writers Anisha Lalvani, Divyata Rajaram and Shalini P. Sawkar emphasised that beyond storytelling, literature must remain grounded in humanity and social relevance. The authors were speaking at a panel discussion titled ‘Social Relevance of Writing: In Times of TED Talks, Reels, Vlogs and AI-Generated Thriller Content,’ held yesterday, the concluding day of…
Mysore/Mysuru: “Journalists must remain vigilant in fearlessly presenting the truth to society,” said veteran journalist Chitra Subramaniam, addressing an audience at Mysuru Literature Festival yesterday. Speaking at a session, moderated by fellow journalist Vasanthi Hariprakash, titled ‘Bofors, Bachchan and Beats – How a lone journalist brought down a Government,’ Subramaniam revisited her landmark investigative reporting…
Mysore/Mysuru: Acharya Vidya Kula (AVK), Mysuru, hosted the First Zonal-level Yoga competition for the CISCE affiliated Schools recently. CISCE Schools from Kodagu and Mysuru Zone participated in the competition. Yoga Guru Dr. P.N Ganesh Kumar was the guest of honour. H.K. Geetha Kumar, S. Kiran, Rama R. Kedlaya and B.N. Premkumar were the jury members…
From left: M. Javaraj, Vidyarashmi Pellathadka, Mahantesh Patil, Bharat Diwakar and Dr. Madhu Biradar with moderator Chaitra Shivayogimutt during a panel discussion on ‘Manada Bhavagalige Padagalinda Rangu Thumbi Chelluva Kavithegalu’ (Delightful poems that paint the colourful moods of the heart) organised as part of the 9th Mysuru Literature Festival held at Hotel Southern Star in…
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