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NHAI extends length of Nanjangud Road flyover
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NHAI extends length of Nanjangud Road flyover

January 2, 2026

Mysuru-Kodagu MP Yaduveer’s initiative comes to fruition; Another flyover approved at Yelethota-JSS College junction Mysore/Mysuru: In a major initiative to address traffic bottlenecks on Mysuru-Nanjangud Highway (NH-766), especially at Bandipalya Outer Ring Road (ORR) junction in city, National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has approved the extension of ongoing flyover works beyond the ORR junction…

MDA initiates 2,000-acre Bommenahalli Township
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MDA initiates 2,000-acre Bommenahalli Township

January 2, 2026

Mysore/Mysuru: The Mysuru Development Authority (MDA) has initiated process for a major township housing project near Bommenahalli, Yelwal Hobli of Mysuru taluk, covering nearly 2,000 acres. In an official notification issued on Dec. 30, MDA Commissioner K.R. Rakshit stated that project will be implemented under Sections 40 and 41 of the MDA  Act, 2024, in…

Police checks take fizz out of New Year liquor sales
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Police checks take fizz out of New Year liquor sales

January 2, 2026

Mysore/Mysuru: Fearing strict Police enforcement against drunken driving, Mysuru witnessed a significant decline in alcohol consumption during this year’s New Year’s Eve celebrations on Dec. 31, 2025. On Dec. 31, 2024, liquor sales in the district stood at Rs. 80.43 crore. On Dec.31, 2025, sales fell to Rs. 69.45 crore, seeing a decline of Rs….

Temple rush on New Year Day
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Temple rush on New Year Day

January 1, 2026

Thousands seek divine grace for auspicious beginning Mysore/Mysuru: With the dawn of New Year 2026, a heavy rush was witnessed at temples across the city this morning as thousands thronged the shrines to offer prayers and usher in the year on an auspicious note. Long queues of devotees included newlyweds, youths and senior citizens, arriving…

Actor ‘Kiccha’ Sudeepa visits city theatre
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Actor ‘Kiccha’ Sudeepa visits city theatre

January 1, 2026

Fans go frenzy to see ‘Abhinaya Chakravarti’ Mysore/Mysuru: Following the successful run of his new release ‘Mark,’ Kannada film actor Sudeepa visited Sangam theatre on Chandragupta Road in city yesterday. Sudeepa, who is popular as ‘Kiccha’ among his fans, told media persons, that he was grateful to his fans, for making the film a grand…

Kogilu housing exposes Govt. double standards
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Kogilu housing exposes Govt. double standards

January 1, 2026

Squatters in Bengaluru get houses in days while Mysuru slum dwellers wait for years! Mysore/Mysuru: While the Congress Government has announced a swift decision to provide houses within just three to four days to displaced migrant families in Bengaluru’s Kogilu Layout — who had encroached upon vast stretches of Government land — the move has…

Mysuru readies to ring in New Year
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Mysuru readies to ring in New Year

December 31, 2025

Mysore/Mysuru: Colourful fireworks will light up the sky, marking the New Year celebrations at Mysore Palace tonight, with the illuminated architectural marvel providing a spectacular backdrop. The celebrations will begin with a performance by the Karnataka Police Band, whose English and Kannada orchestra will set the mood and keep the surging crowd engaged from 11…

Chamundi Hill braces for New Year devotee rush
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Chamundi Hill braces for New Year devotee rush

December 31, 2025

DC chairs meeting, directs special arrangements for deity’s darshan Mysore/Mysuru:  Anticipating a huge rush of devotees to Chamundi Hill on New Year tomorrow (Jan. 1), Deputy Commissioner G. Lakshmikanth Reddy has instructed officials to make suitable arrangements for the convenience of visitors. Chairing a meeting of officers at his office meeting hall here yesterday, DC…

Gem Box: Teen’s quick action averts fire threat on railway track
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Gem Box: Teen’s quick action averts fire threat on railway track

December 31, 2025

Mysore/Mysuru: An 18-year-old boy displayed remarkable courage and presence of mind by single-handedly preventing a fire from spreading along a railway track near Yadavagiri in Mysuru yesterday. The incident, which could have posed a serious threat to passing trains and nearby areas, was brought under control largely due to his timely intervention. The youth, identified…

Chamundi Hill out of bounds from 7 pm tomorrow
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Chamundi Hill out of bounds from 7 pm tomorrow

December 30, 2025

Mysore/Mysuru: The City Police have announced restrictions on entry to Chamundi Hill after 7 pm on New Year’s Eve, Dec. 31. Entry to Chamundi Hill will not be permitted from Uttanahalli Gate, Devivana Gate, Chamundi Hill steps and Lalitha Mahal Gate after 7 pm, while entry through the Thavarekatte Gate will also be restricted after…

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