New financial year begins with higher tariffs and revised banking rules Bengaluru: With the onset of the new financial year 2026-27 from today, the cost of living is set to rise as several tariffs and charges across sectors have been revised. From electricity and drinking water tariffs to highway tolls and motor vehicle cess, multiple…
Online investment trap: Senior citizen loses Rs. 19.65 lakh
April 1, 2026Mysore/Mysuru: A senior citizen from Yadavagiri lost Rs. 19.65 lakh to cyber criminals after falling prey to a fake investment advertisement on the internet. According to the complaint, the victim saw the advertisement on Dec. 17, 2025 and completed an online application form. Soon after, a person identifying himself as Jaspreeth contacted him and provided…
Mysuru-based Kaynes begins chip production in Gujarat
April 1, 2026PM Modi inaugurates Rs. 3,300 crore OSAT facility at Sanand, Gujarat Sanand (Gujarat): Kaynes Technology, a Mysuru-based electronic design and manufacturing company (Kaynes Semicon), has begun commercial production at its semiconductor OSAT (Outsourced Semiconductor Assembly and Test) Plant in Sanand, Gujarat, following its inauguration by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Mar. 31. The facility will…
Highway toll dearer from tomorrow
March 31, 2026FASTag compulsory for vehicles travelling on National Highways Bengaluru: With the commencement of new financial year (2026-27) from tomorrow (Apr. 1), motorists travelling on tolled Highways across the State, including the Mysuru-Bengaluru Highway, must get ready for paying increased fee at the Toll Plazas. The NHAI has hiked the toll fee by 3 to 5…
After iconic Elephant Statue Circle… Now, traffic signal poles invade historic Elgin Fountain Circle
March 31, 2026Mysore/Mysuru: Mysuru city, known as heritage city due to Palaces, Temples and Circles, is also home to numerous artistically designed Circles. One such Circle is the Elgin Fountain Circle (officially named as Dr. Rajkumar Circle), having oldest fountain with historic importance too. But now, the Traffic Police, who are on a signal lights installation spree,…
Architecture with a soul
March 31, 2026INTERNATIONAL Women’s Day Special… Architect and Academic Dr. H.S. Champa speaks about shaping young architects, preserving Mysuru’s heritage and designing cities in harmony with nature. As cities expand rapidly and natural landscapes come under pressure, architect and academician Dr. H.S. Champa advocates a context-sensitive, nature-conscious approach to design. With over two decades of experience in…
Passionate Beats
March 30, 2026INTERNATIONAL Women’s Day Special… Srimathi Arun Kumar rediscovered her childhood love for traditional art after marriage and motherhood. Today, she leads a women’s Chende Mela in Mysuru. Many women give up their passion after marriage. Some continue their interests with family support. But only a few rediscover and pursue their dreams after marriage and motherhood….
Lakhs witness Panchamaharathotsava
March 30, 2026Mysuru, Mar. 30 – Lakhs of devotees from various parts of the State culminated at the temple town of Nanjangud, popularly known as Dakshina Kashi, to take part in the annual Dodda Jathre or the Panchamaharathotsava in the town, this morning. The Rathotsava began at the auspicious Meena Lagna between 5.50 am and 6.30 am….
No marks based evaluation for third language in SSLC exam
March 30, 2026Bengaluru, Mar. 30 – In a departure from decades old practise, the State Government has announced that from current academic year, SSLC students will not be awarded marks for third language subjects (Hindi, Urdu, Arabic etc.). Instead they will receive A,B,C and D grades. Announcing the decision here on Friday, Minister for School Education and…
‘New traffic signals for future growth’
March 29, 2026Minister defends 43 new traffic signals across Mysuru city Mysore/Mysuru: Social Welfare and Mysuru District Minister Dr. H.C. Mahadevappa has said that the additional 43 traffic signal lights recently installed in Mysuru city are based on scientific planning, keeping in mind the city’s future growth, smooth traffic flow and road safety. Speaking to reporters at…














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