Mysore/Mysuru: Despite repeated awareness campaigns, cleaning initiatives, and the threat of penalties, waste and construction debris continue to plague the Ring Road in Mysuru. The problem is exacerbated by a lack of awareness and understanding regarding the detrimental effects of such dumping. Many individuals remain oblivious to the environmental and public health consequences of their…
Digital ticketing system hinders access to historical treasures
November 12, 2023Senior citizens unfamiliar with technology and those without smartphones leave without seeing monuments By A. Ganesh Mysore/Mysuru: The recently introduced digital ticketing system at various monuments protected by the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) has become a source of inconvenience for visitors who may not own smartphones or lack familiarity with technology. Originally implemented during…
Deepavali shopping: People throng cracker stalls, markets
November 12, 2023Mysore/Mysuru: On account of Deepavali festival that began with Naraka Chaturdashi today, crowds have been gathering at firecracker stalls and markets across the city since early morning. The festive atmosphere will persist for three days, concluding with Deepavali (Balipadyami) on Nov. 14. Make-shift cracker stalls, authorised by the Mysuru City Corporation (MCC) and located at…
No light at the end of tunnel for potters of Doora village
November 12, 2023Dimming prospects as clay lamps lose shine By M.T. Yogesh Kumar Deepavali festival, which is synonymous with lamps, is incomplete without clay-made lamps crafted from the deft hands of potters at Doora village in Mysuru taluk. However, like every other traditional occupation that is on the brink of uncertainty with the challenges posed by modern…
‘Paper Subbanna’ passes away
November 11, 2023Mysore/Mysuru: M.R. Subramanya (87), fondly called as ‘Paper Subbanna’ by his admirers, passed away at his residence in Cheluvamba Agrahara here early this morning owing to brief illness. He leaves behind his daughter M.S. Nagashree, son M.S. Nagendra and a host of relatives and friends. His wife, Kamalamma, had predeceased him 15 years ago. Last…
Rising son of a Karnataka politician
November 11, 2023B.Y. Vijayendra is BJP’s State President In Karnataka, BJP, which tasted power more by default, compromises and, of course, the sinister ‘Operation Kamala’ with B.S. Yediyurappa sworn-in four times as Chief Minister and later Basavaraj Bommai as the Chief Minister, lost power in the 2023 Assembly elections. The Congress was victorious with absolute majority of…
Just a temp-fix not enough !
November 11, 2023Ah! Finally, restoration work at the Lalitha Mahal Palace will be taken up at the cost of Rs. 38 crore. This is good news, but the money is nowhere near what is required for an actual ‘restoration’. The truth is, this ‘restoration’ is actually just a ‘temporary fix.’ We must appreciate the Government for understanding…
Renovation of Lalitha Mahal Palace Hotel soon
November 10, 2023Jungle Lodges and Resorts Limited proposes to take up Rs. 38 cr. works; Govt. Order awaited By Bapu Lingaraj Urs Mysore/Mysuru: Lalitha Mahal Palace, one of the magnificent Palaces of Wadiyar era, is like a jewel in the crown of Mysuru, that stands distinctly apart for its blend of English and Italian architectural styles, making…
Bengaluru rain fury: Guns, records damaged at CAR control room
November 10, 2023Bengaluru: On Monday, Bengaluru experienced heavy rainfall that resulted in significant damage to weapons stored in the underground armoury at the City Armed Reserve (CAR)-West office in Ullal. The armoury became submerged due to the intense downpour. Police personnel faced a challenging task as they worked tirelessly to remove the rainwater that had flooded the…
Shakti Scheme brings smile on faces of circus artistes too
November 10, 2023Jumbo Circus in city sees a large number of women watching the shows Mysore/Mysuru: Shakti Scheme, one of the pre-poll promises of Congress Government that was launched on June 11 this year, is not just filling the coffers of State-run Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC), but also of Jumbo Circus in Mysuru. It may…
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