IMD predicts rains till Mar. 1 in Mysuru, Kodagu, Mandya and Chamarajanagar districts Mysore/Mysuru: Moderate to heavy rains lashed across the city last night dipping temperature a bit. With sun shining brightly resulting in rising summer temperatures yesterday, it was sure that rains may lash city in the evening or night. Accordingly, rains lashed across…
MCC encroaches footpath!
February 25, 2026Shed constructed on footpath adjoining Putali Park in Bannimantap for collection of dry waste Mysore/Mysuru: With the number of vehicles in the city increasing by the day, authorities have the responsibility not only to ensure smooth traffic movement on clean roads but also to maintain clear footpaths for pedestrians. Ironically, the Mysuru City Corporation (MCC),…
Drug Unit at lone house in city confirmed
February 24, 2026Mysore/Mysuru: Forensic Science Laboratory (FSL) tests have confirmed that chemical substances seized from a three-storeyed house at Yandahalli on city outskirts near Sapthamatruka Layout on Jan. 30 were meant for manufacturing drugs. The Mysuru District Police had raided the house on the outskirts of Mysuru and seized 10 barrels of chemicals and powdered substances stored…
KSIC Filature Factory land row deepens: MGP joins chorus, warns of legal action
February 24, 2026Mysore/Mysuru: The proposed stadium on the land of the Karnataka Silk Industries Corporation (KSIC) Filature Factory at Bhyrapura in T. Narasipur taluk has triggered a fresh controversy, with Mysore Grahakara Parishat (MGP) joining those opposing the project, citing serious concerns over environmental damage. Addressing a press meet at Pathrakarthara Bhavana this morning, MGP Working President…
Swachh Survekshan-2026 Brand Ambassadors: Six celebrities to lead city cleanliness drive
February 24, 2026Mysore/Mysuru: Mysuru’s noted sculptor Arun Yogiraj, actors Vasishta Simha and Haripriya, Bigg Boss personality Suraj Singh, singer Ananya Bhat and rapper ‘All OK’ Alok R. Babu have been appointed as ‘Swachh Survekshan-2026’ Brand Ambassadors. Recognised globally for its rich heritage and cultural legacy, Mysuru City Corporation (MCC) has roped in six achievers from diverse fields…
Mysore Silk Sarees get pricier by 8 to 10%
February 23, 2026Mysore/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
February 23, 2026T. 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,…
After four months gap… Safari at Bandipur, Nagarahole begins
February 23, 2026Mysore/Mysuru: With the State Government giving its nod for partial resumption of wildlife safaris in Nagarahole and Bandipur Tiger Reserves, permitting operations at 50 percent capacity, safaris at the two Tiger Reserves began after a gap of four months with safari goers spotting tigers, elephants, leopards, deer, gaurs, birds and other wild animals on the…
No Cash accepted
February 22, 2026NHAI to stop collecting cash payments on Mysuru-Bengaluru Toll Plazas from April 1 Mysore/Mysuru: From April 1, 2026, Toll Plazas on Mysuru-Bengaluru National Highway-275 will go completely cashless, with payments accepted only through FASTag or Unified Payments Interface (UPI). The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) yesterday announced that it is considering discontinuing cash transactions…
Mann Ki Baat: Modi highlights export of Mysuru betel leaves
February 22, 2026Mysore/Mysuru: Prime Minister Narendra Modi today said Indian agricultural products are now reaching foreign markets more easily by air, reflecting the growing global footprint of the country’s farmers. During the 131st episode of Mann Ki Baat aired this morning, the Prime Minister highlighted the export of Nanjangud bananas from Karnataka, Mysuru betel leaves and Indi…















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