MDA presents surplus Budget; New layouts to be formed at Vijayashreepura Mysore/Mysuru: In a public-friendly initiative, the Mysuru Development Authority (MDA) has earmarked Rs. 460 crore to develop a new residential layout at Bommenahalli in partnership with farmers under a 50:50 ratio land sharing model. Presenting the MDA Budget for 2026-27 this morning, under the…
Mysore/Mysuru: The construction of the grade separator at Kempegowda Circle (Manipal Hospital Junction) at the entrance of the Mysuru-Bengaluru National Highway is progressing at a brisk pace, with work gaining momentum. The project, being executed by the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI), is estimated to cost Rs. 120 crore. Work has currently commenced at…
22 women keep KSRTC wheels turning Incredible ladies of Namma KSRTC work tirelessly behind the scenes to repair, maintain and keep the fleet of buses safe and roadworthy… By M.T. Yogesh Kumar The heart of Mysuru’s Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC) Rural Division lies in the hands of women workers, who, behind the scenes,…
Mysore/Mysuru: Leaders of various organisations that supported the fortnight-long strike by employees of the Mysore Silk Filature Factory, run by the Karnataka Silk Industries Corporation (KSIC), have set a Mar. 15 deadline for the State Government to withdraw its proposal to construct a stadium within the factory premises. The strike had brought operations to a…
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…
International Women’s Day celebrates women who challenge expectations and carve their own paths. Aisshwarya DKS Hegde is one such young woman redefining leadership in her own way. As the daughter of Karnataka’s Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar (DKS), many might assume that politics was the inevitable path for her. Being part of a prominent political…
Ambitious 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…
Mysore/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…
I was recently invited to Kaveri Ponnapa’s book launch that I had been looking forward to. Many in Mysuru may not recognise her name, but anyone who has even a passing interest in Coorg or the culture of small, distinct communities of this land would certainly know her remarkable work, ‘The Vanishing Kodavas.’ Just like…
Bengaluru: Presenting his milestone 17th State Budget for 2026-27 in the Vidhana Soudha here this morning, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, who also holds the Finance portfolio, unveiled a wide range of proposals aimed at transforming Mysuru into a major hub for healthcare, information technology, tourism and culture. The Budget outlines several initiatives, including major hospital upgrades,…
Stadium Project on KSIC land droppedMarch 9, 2026
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District Police solve 24 cases, recover valua...March 9, 2026
Grade separator work picks up pace at Kempego...March 9, 2026
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