Of the 28 Lok Sabha Constituencies in Karnataka, Mysuru-Kodagu holds significant prestige within the old Mysore region. Its prominence was further elevated with Yaduveer Krishnadatta Chamaraja Wadiyar, the titular king of the erstwhile Mysore royal family, making his electoral debut. He is contesting as the BJP-JD(S) alliance candidate under the banner of the National Democratic…
The staunch support of Chief Minister Siddaramaiah for Congress candidate M. Lakshmana in the Mysuru-Kodagu Constituency — also Siddaramaiah’s home turf — has transformed the contest into an intriguing battle. Here, the former finds himself in a heated race against BJP’s candidate Yaduveer Krishnadatta Chamaraja Wadiyar, the scion of the erstwhile Mysore royal family. Despite…
Will be rejuvenated soon after the election Mysore/Mysuru: The Dufferin Clock Tower, commonly known as ‘Chikka Gadiyara,’ is a significant historical landmark in Mysuru city, but its allure and importance are waning due to waste dumping and inadequate maintenance. During the era of the Mysore kingdom, rulers were compelled to maintain favourable relations with British…
Vegetable prices may skyrocket Mysore/Mysuru: The lack of rainfall in Mysuru region has not only affected the farmers but also the common man. People, who have been battling the soaring temperature, are now facing the heat of increase in the prices of few vegetables and tender coconuts. To the surprise of the common man, the…
Democracy stands as the cornerstone of modern governance systems, with India recognised as one of the largest and most successful democracies, despite encountering challenges in the post-independence period. The essence of this success lies in the unwavering faith of the people, with voters playing a pivotal role in the democratic process. Through periodic reforms and…
No takers for KSRTC buses due to rules, regulations and accountability Mysore/Mysuru: Private bus owners are currently experiencing a surge in demand for vehicles, driven by the Lok Sabha poll campaigning frenzy. An estimated 500 private buses including 50-seater and 21-seaters have been commissioned to shuttle people to various political rallies in regions including Mysuru,…
“Party came to power in State promising guarantees; will face consequences if they are scrapped” Mysore/Mysuru: State BJP President B.Y. Vijayendra has issued a stern warning to the Congress-led State Government regarding the potential repercussions of halting guarantee schemes. Addressing media representatives at Hotel President here this morning, prior to launching door-to-door campaign and taking…
Mother elephant’s grief brings weekend traffic to a standstill for more than two hours Mysore/Mysuru: In a poignant incident at Bandipur Tiger Reserve, a tiger’s assault on an elephant calf triggered a traffic standstill lasting more than two hours, as the mother elephant adamantly refused to abandon her deceased offspring and obstructed the roadway. The…
Mysore/Mysuru: Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has claimed that there’s a strong undercurrent of anti-incumbency against the ruling Government at the Centre across the country. He dismissed the BJP’s claims of a Modi wave, asserting instead that the Opposition I.N.D.I.A. Bloc will secure a majority in the Lok Sabha polls. Addressing press persons at his residence in…
Police scan CCTV footage to identify accused; form six teams to arrest assaulters Mysore/Mysuru: In a shocking turn of events, a man was lured into a room and physically assaulted by a group of individuals for creating a song lauding Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The incident occurred yesterday afternoon at the Government Guest House in…
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