Mysuru: “People depend on environment and nature for everything and one should develop a mindset to save birds and animals,” said former MP Prathap Simha. He was speaking after launching the installation of food and water bowls for birds and small animals on roadside trees in Ward No. 23 (Dewan’s Road) by KMPK Charitable Trust….
Women auto drivers undergo health and hygiene training
March 12, 2025Mysuru: Physical fitness, proper nutrition, good mental health etc., are all essential elements of ensuring that an individual is fit to drive. Recent years have witnessed a growing number of women breaking free from societal norms and choosing autorickshaw driving as a career to support themselves and their families. Taliru, an NGO based in Bengaluru…
Retain Kodagu Varsity: MLA leads delegation to Dy.CM
March 12, 2025Madikeri: A delegation of Kodagu VV Hitarakshana Balaga, led by Madikeri MLA Dr. Mantar Gowda, met Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar in Bengaluru recently with a plea not to either shut down Kodagu University or merge with other Universities. The delegation brought to the notice of Dy.CM, the necessity of retaining Kodagu University, future of…
H.D. Deve Gowda urges Centre to save cash-strapped Universities
March 12, 2025‘University of Mysore, Karnatak University reeling under severe financial distress’ New Delhi: Former Prime Minister H.D. Deve Gowda has made a fervent appeal to the Central Government to intervene and provide financial aid to Karnataka’s premier institutions — University of Mysore and Karnatak University, Dharwad — both of which are reeling under severe financial distress….
‘Dr. S.P. Yoganna is among top medical writers’
March 12, 2025Mysuru: Senior Journalist Vishweshwar Bhat said that Mysuru’s Suyog Hospital Founder Dr. S.P. Yoganna is among the foremost Kannada medical writers of the State. He was speaking after releasing Dr. Yoganna’s two books — ‘Swasthya Sampada’ and ‘Lyngika Sukhada Sutta Mutta’ — at a programme organised at Suyog Hospital premises in Ramakrishnanagar here recently. Noting…
Butterfly Park at Ranganathittu
March 12, 2025Srirangapatna: A Butterfly Park at a cost of Rs. 30 lakh has been proposed at Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary in Srirangapatna taluk of Mandya district, said Minister of Forest, Ecology and Environment Eshwar B. Khandre. In his written reply to the question put forth by MLC Madhu G. Madegowda, Khandre said that he, along with Forest…
‘Not Mandya, students can get better education in UoM’
March 12, 2025Mandya: Former Deputy Chairman of State Legislative Council Marithibbegowda observed that University of Mysore (UoM) is better than Mandya University for students to get better education. Addressing media persons recently, he opined that UoM has a very rich history and students from Mandya can look for better education there, rather than the poorly equipped Mandya…
Value of shade-giving trees evident
March 12, 2025Mysuru: As temperatures rise, the significance of shade-giving trees is becoming increasingly clear. Before summer, many trees along Mysuru’s roads stood bare after shedding their leaves. However, with the onset of the season, fresh green shoots have emerged, offering much-needed relief from the scorching heat. Now, these trees provide vital shade and shelter to both…
2020 State Film Awards: Prajwal Devaraj, Akshata bag top honours
March 12, 2025Bengaluru: Actors Prajwal Devaraj and Akshata Pandavapura bagged the top honours in Karnataka State Film Awards announced for the year 2020 by the State Government here yesterday. While Prajwal Devaraj bagged the Best Actor award for his role in the movie ‘Gentleman,’ Akshata Pandavapura was declared as Best Actress for her character in the movie…
Stay hydrated, avoid street food: DHO’s advisory
March 12, 2025Mysuru: With temperatures soaring to 34°C to 35°C, District Health Officer (DHO) Dr. P.C. Kumaraswamy has urged people to take precautions against heat-related health issues. Dehydration poses a significant risk during summer, making it essential to drink plenty of boiled and cooled water. He also recommended homemade ORS, lemon juice, and buttermilk to maintain hydration….















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