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Abhiyenthararu National Theatre Festival in city from tomorrow
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Abhiyenthararu National Theatre Festival in city from tomorrow

February 24, 2026

Mysore/Mysuru: A five-day Abhiyenthararu National Theatre Festival has been organised at Mini Theatre in Kalamandira premises in city from Feb. 25 to Mar. 1. Dr. H.C. Boralingaiah, Chairman, Karnataka Janapada Parishat and former Vice-Chancellor, Hampi Kannada University, will inaugurate the Festival at 6.30 pm tomorrow. Shashidhar Bharighat, Member, Ranga Samaja, V.N. Mallikarjunaswamy, Joint Director, Kannada…

Grand Shivarathri celebrations at K. Hemmanahalli
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Grand Shivarathri celebrations at K. Hemmanahalli

February 24, 2026

Mysore/Mysuru: Mahashivarathri was celebrated with great religious fervour and cultural splendour at Sri Mahalingeshwara Temple in K. Hemmanahalli, located at the 9th kilometre on Bogadi Road in the city. The 32nd Annual Temple Fair (Jatra Mahotsava) was also held  on the occasion with much enthusiasm from Sunday to Monday (Feb. 15 and 16). From 6…

‘Mamaravello Kogileyello’: Swaramruta Melodies to present musical evening
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‘Mamaravello Kogileyello’: Swaramruta Melodies to present musical evening

February 24, 2026

Mysore/Mysuru: Swaramruta Melodies, Mysuru, has organised a musical evening programme titled ‘Mamaravello Kogileyello’ at Sri Nadabrahma Sangeetha Sabha on JLB Road in city on Feb. 27 at 5 pm. The musical evening will feature songs from Kannada, Tamil, Telugu and Hindi films rendered by noted singer Dr. S.P. Balasubramanyam (SPB). For details, contact Mob: 92435-07996.

Used Premium Hatchbacks Compared on Mileage: Baleno vs Rivals
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Used Premium Hatchbacks Compared on Mileage: Baleno vs Rivals

February 24, 2026

Fuel efficiency remains a primary concern for car buyers in India, especially for those looking at the pre owned market, where every kilometre per litre counts toward lower running costs. When you search for a used Maruti Suzuki Baleno mileage report, you quickly see why this car has dominated its segment for years. The premium…

Mysore Silk Sarees get pricier by 8 to 10%
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Mysore Silk Sarees get pricier by 8 to 10%

February 23, 2026

Mysore/Mysuru: With gold and silver prices soaring, the cost of Mysore Silk sarees has risen sharply, by about 8 to 10 percent and now ranges from Rs. 19,000 to Rs. 2.5 lakh depending on the  variety, design and texture. Despite the higher prices, customers continue to flock to buy them, drawn by their distinctive colours,…

Stadium planned at KSIC Filature Factory land in T. Narasipur: Protest intensifies to change site
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Stadium planned at KSIC Filature Factory land in T. Narasipur: Protest intensifies to change site

February 23, 2026

T. Narasipur: Protest against the proposed stadium at the land belonging to Karnataka Silk Industries Corporation (KSIC) Filature Factory in the town has intensified with former T. Narasipur Town Municipal Council member and actor Arjun Ramesh joining the stir with a demand to shift the stadium to a different location from KSIC premises. Arjun Ramesh,…

Seventh edition of Mysuru Literary Fest-2026: ‘Mysore proved Indians could self-govern’
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Seventh edition of Mysuru Literary Fest-2026: ‘Mysore proved Indians could self-govern’

February 23, 2026

Mysore Literary Association, founded in 2016, aims to promote literary activities and conduct festivals to enrich English studies in the royal city. It has so far held numerous literary events including seven Mysuru Literary Fests under the Chairmanship of its Founder-President Prof. K.C. Belliappa, who is also the former Vice-Chancellor of Rajiv Gandhi University, Arunachal…

‘Don Quixote and Kathakali share expressive art traditions’
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‘Don Quixote and Kathakali share expressive art traditions’

February 23, 2026

University of Kerala’s senior professor Dr. B. Hariharan speaks about expressive storytelling Mysore/Mysuru: Kathakali, Kerala’s world-renowned classical dance-drama with a history spanning over 400 years, communicates through gestures, expressions and symbolic hand movements that together form a universal language understood across cultures, said Dr. B. Hariharan, Senior Professor of English at the University of Kerala….

Preeti Shenoy delves into crafting stories with trust
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Preeti Shenoy delves into crafting stories with trust

February 23, 2026

Mysore/Mysuru: “Writing is not merely about acknowledging readers. It is about crafting stories and novels rooted in trust and credibility through research,” said author and illustrator Preeti Shenoy. In conversation with Geetha Kariappa, Shenoy reflected on her literary journey, emphasising that writing should inspire readers. “For me, books themselves have been the greatest source of…

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