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After iconic Elephant Statue Circle… Now, traffic signal poles invade historic Elgin Fountain Circle
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After iconic Elephant Statue Circle… Now, traffic signal poles invade historic Elgin Fountain Circle

March 31, 2026

Mysore/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
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Architecture with a soul

March 31, 2026

INTERNATIONAL 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
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Passionate Beats

March 30, 2026

INTERNATIONAL 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
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Lakhs witness Panchamaharathotsava

March 30, 2026

Mysuru, 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
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No marks based evaluation for third language in SSLC exam

March 30, 2026

Bengaluru, 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’
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‘New traffic signals for future growth’

March 29, 2026

Minister 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…

Commercial LPG shortage: Firewood stoves make a fiery comeback
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Commercial LPG shortage: Firewood stoves make a fiery comeback

March 29, 2026

Mysore/Mysuru: With the supply of commercial LPG cylinders coming to a complete halt, hoteliers across the city have been forced to fall back on traditional firewood stoves and hearths once considered outdated but now witnessing unprecedented demand. The disruption began in the aftermath of the Middle East conflict, which has severely affected India’s LPG imports….

Stories from the soil
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Stories from the soil

March 29, 2026

INTERNATIONAL Women’s Day Special… Writer and activist Kusuma Ayarahalli has steadily built a reputation with her writings rooted in rural life and social concerns. Dialogue writer for television serials, former content head in the TV industry, journalist with Akashvani, writer, columnist and activist, Kusuma Ayarahalli wears many  hats. She is among the emerging voices in…

Hunsur Police bust synthetic drug lab
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Hunsur Police bust synthetic drug lab

March 28, 2026

48-kg Mephedrone worth Rs. 12 crore seized; Two, including one from Mysuru, arrested Mysuru: The Hunsur Rural Police have uncovered a major synthetic drug manufacturing racket operating from a remote farmhouse in Hunsur Taluk and seized48-kg of Mephedrone worth about Rs. 12 crore last evening. The seizure includes 7.35-kg of Mephedrone and 41-kg of drug…

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