Mysuru-Kodagu MP, Kodagu Legislators and Kodava Sahitya Academy condemn derogatory remarks Mysuru: An advocate from Madikeri, K.R. Vidyadhar, was arrested by the Suntikoppa Police in Kodagu district last evening for posting derogatory comments about Field Marshal K.M. Cariappa, India’s first Commander-in-Chief of the Army, and General K.S. Thimayya, a former Chief of Army Staff. He…
BJP stages massive protest against Waqf Board
November 22, 2024Mysuru: Hundreds of City and District BJP unit workers, as part of Statewide protest against the State Government and Waqf Board staged a massive demonstration under the slogan ‘Namma Bhoomi Namma Hakku,’ in front of the Deputy Commissioner (DC) Office at Siddarthanagar in city this morning. The protesters, who staged a dharna inside a specially…
Modern makeover for Brindavan Gardens; No Disneyland concept
November 22, 2024Tenders called for Rs. 2,615.96 crore project; Modern facility boasts over 50 unique attractions Mysuru: The Congress Government has officially shelved the coalition-era plan to transform the iconic Brindavan Gardens at the Krishna Raja Sagar (KRS) Dam in Srirangapatna Taluk, Mandya District into a Disneyland-style attraction. While initial discussions in the Congress regime hinted at…
CM Siddaramaiah launches ‘Nandini’ products in New Delhi
November 22, 2024New Delhi: Karnataka has emerged as the second-largest milk producer in India after Gujarat, said Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, here yesterday. He was speaking after launching ‘Nandini’ products in the national capital at an event organised by Karnataka Milk Producers’ Federation (KMF) and Mandya District Co-operative Milk Union. Recalling his tenure as the Animal Husbandry Minister…
MUDA 50:50 sites scam: Original owner of Kesare land J. Devaraju moves High Court
November 21, 2024The High Court hearing on a petition moved by J. Devaraju on Wednesday challenging the Single Judge’s order on Governor’s sanction has posted the case for Saturday, Nov. 23. On the same day, the appeal filed by CM Siddaramaiah against the Judge’s verdict is also scheduled for hearing. Bengaluru: In a significant development in the…
3-day Banana Festival in city from tomorrow
November 21, 2024Mysuru: Karnataka is renowned for its banana diversity. It is home to unique varieties such as Kamalapura Red Banana, Elakki Baale, Nanjangud Rasabaale, Kallu Baale, Naati Baale, Boodu Baale, Hampi Sugandhi, Sakkare Baale, Hulibaale, and Chukke Baale. Unfortunately, the arrival of commercial varieties like Robusta and Cavendish has led to the decline of native varieties….
45 vintage cars on historic drive via Mysuru
November 21, 2024Mysuru: The FHVI Explore Karnataka Historic Drive 2024, a 1,100-kilometre rally covering Bengaluru, Hampi, Chikkamagalur, Kodagu and Mysuru, entered Mysuru city last evening, turning the roads into a parade of timeless elegance. Over 45 vintage cars, showcasing classic automotive charm, captivated residents and visitors, evoking a wave of nostalgia and delight. Participants, comprising Indian and…
‘Namma Bhoomi, Namma Hakku’: BJP to stage massive protest against Waqf Board on Nov. 22
November 20, 2024Mysuru: Former Mysuru-Kodagu MP Prathap Simha said that the BJP will hold massive protests in Mysuru, Chamarajanagar and Kodagu districts on Nov. 22 with a slogan ‘Namma Bhoomi Namma Hakku’ (Our Land, Our Right), against the alleged encroachments of lands by Waqf Board. Addressing the media persons at Jaladarshani Guest House here this morning, Prathap…
State Government is retrieving BPL cards only from ineligible beneficiaries: CM
November 20, 2024Bengaluru: Those living under poverty line are eligible to apply for BPL cards, said Chief Minister Siddaramaiah here yesterday. Speaking after taking part in the birth anniversary celebrations of former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi at Karnataka Pradesh Congress Committee (KPCC) office, he said that the Department has decided to retrieve ineligible BPL cards from people…
Works atop Chamundi Hill opposed
November 20, 2024Mysuru: With civil works and felling of trees that affect the Chamundi Hill environment being carried out behind the Dasoha Bhavan atop Chamundi Hill, several environmentalists and organisations have severely opposed the works saying that such works threaten the environment. Parisara Samrakshana Samiti President Bhanu Mohan, speaking to Star of Mysore, said that rocks have…















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