Mysore/Mysuru: With summer temperatures already soaring to 35°C to 36°C in Mysuru, Chamarajendra Zoological Gardens, popularly known as Mysuru Zoo, has introduced a range of measures to help animals and birds cope with the intense heat. Authorities at the Mysuru Zoo have stepped up efforts to ensure the well-being of over 1,500 animals and birds…
Police Layout residents air grievances to MDA Commissioner
March 8, 2026Mysore/Mysuru: The residents of Police Layout Second Stage (Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Nagar) in the city, led by KPCC Spokesperson M. Lakshmana, submitted a memorandum to Mysuru Development Authority (MDA) Commissioner K.R. Rakshith, in the city yesterday. The Police Layout Second Stage is in the jurisdiction of Chamundeshwari Assembly Constituency and the residents, along with Lakshmana,…
Mysuru Zoo earns record Rs. 44 crore in 2024-25
March 8, 2026Mysore/Mysuru: The Mysuru Zoo has witnessed a steady rise in visitor numbers and revenue generation over the past few years, reflecting its growing popularity among tourists. According to official data released in the Zoo Annual Report, the Zoo recorded 7.43 lakh visitors in 2020-21 and earned Rs. 14.60 crore in revenue. The following year, 2021-22,…
National Workshop on ‘Structural Equation Modelling’ on Mar. 9, 10
March 8, 2026Mysore/Mysuru: The Teresian College Research Centre (Commerce), in association with IQAC, Teresian College, Mysuru, has organised a National Workshop on ‘Structural Equation Modelling’ at the Ave Maria Golden Jubilee Auditorium in the College premises on Mar. 9 and 10. The workshop will be inaugurated tomorrow (Mar. 9) at 9.30 am by Dr. M.L. Ashoka, Senior…
Rider killed in bike-scooter collision
March 8, 2026Mysore/Mysuru: A scooterist, who had sustained serious injuries when a speeding bike collided head-on with his scooter and admitted to a private hospital in a serious condition, has succumbed to injuries at the hospital. The incident took place on Mar. 4 evening and the deceased has been identified as Narayana (33), a mason by profession…
No takers for Seaplane Project
March 7, 2026Ambitious plan at KRS backwaters and 6 other places fails to attract bids from 15 operators Mysore/Mysuru: The Karnataka Government’s renewed bid to revive its ambitious seaplane project, aimed at boosting tourism at the backwaters of Krishna Raja Sagar (KRS) Dam in Mandya district and six other destinations, has hit a roadblock, with none of…
Will continue if High Command says so: CM Siddaramaiah
March 7, 2026Mysore/Mysuru: Amid continuing speculation over a possible change in leadership in the State, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah said he would continue in office if the Congress High Command asks him to do so. Speaking to press persons this afternoon at the helipad in Pillahalli in Varuna Constituency, which he represents, Siddaramaiah reiterated that the decision on…
Road Cut… fixed by VVWW in swift move
March 7, 2026Mysore/Mysuru: A part of the road near Highway Circle in Bannimantap that had been dug-up for the repair works of drinking water pipeline, inconveniencing the vehicular traffic, has been covered, much to the relief of road users. This follows a report titled Road Cut… published in yesterday’s Star of Mysore. Acting swiftly, Vani Vilas Water…
Develop Mysuru as model city without losing its aesthetics: Prakash Belawadi
March 7, 2026Mysore/Mysuru: Activist and filmmaker Prakash Belawadi has said Mysuru should be developed as a model city while preserving its unique aesthetics. He was speaking after inaugurating a day-long symposium on ‘Sustainable Development Vision for Greater Mysuru’, organised by the National Institute of Engineering (NIE), Mysuru, in association with the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce…
Domestic LPG cylinder gets costlier by Rs. 60
March 7, 2026Mysore/Mysuru: Amid the ongoing conflict involving the United States, Israel and Iran that has triggered a global oil crisis, public sector oil marketing companies have increased the prices of both domestic and commercial LPG cylinders with effect from last midnight. This is the second revision in domestic LPG prices in less than a year. The…















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