Mysore/Mysuru: The posters of Yuva Dasara, one of the key attractions of Dasara, which will be held from Oct. 18 to 21 at Maharaja’s College Grounds, were released by Distrcit Minister Dr. H.C. Mahadevappa in city yesterday. Sandalwood actor Shiva Rajkumar, who is popular as ‘Hat-trick Hero’ will be inaugurating Yuva Dasara tomorrow at 6…
Pramoda Devi flags off Srirangapatna Dasara
October 17, 2023Srirangapattana: Member of the Erstwhile Mysore Royal Family Pramoda Devi Wadiyar inaugurated the grand three day Dasara celebrations at historic Srirangapatna town yesterday, by showering flowers on the idol of Goddess Chamundeshwari Devi. The Jumboo Savari procession was flagged off at the auspicious Abhijin Muhurat (3 pm to 4 pm). Elephant Mahendra, accompanied by Elephants…
Stunning floral displays beckon visitors to Dasara Flower Show
October 16, 2023Mysore/Mysuru: Crowds had gathered at Kuppanna Park for the annual Dasara Flower Show even before the formal inauguration by Chief Minister Siddharamaiah, alongside District Minister Dr. H.C. Mahadevappa and other dignitaries yesterday afternoon. Upon the official opening of the show, hundreds of people eagerly flocked inside to witness the artistically arranged flowers. The freshness of…
Dazzling illumination transforms Mysuru city into a wonderland
October 16, 2023Mysore/Mysuru: The illumination of streets and public spaces is a magnificent and visually stunning tradition that is a central feature of the Mysuru Dasara. This annual event has once again transformed the city into a magical wonderland. A wide array of lighting elements, including LED lights, tubes, miniature lights, incandescent bulbs and laser lights, are…
A feast of flavours, culinary delights at Food Mela
October 16, 2023Minister appeals people not to waste food as one-third of food prepared in India goes to waste Mysore/Mysuru: The Dasara Aahara Mela was inaugurated at the Bharat Scouts and Guides Grounds yesterday afternoon by Food and Civil Supplies Minister K.H. Muniyappa. The Minister himself showcased his culinary skills by preparing a dosa at one of…
Hamsalekha inaugurates Dasara atop Chamundi Hill
October 15, 2023Mysore/Mysuru: Film music composer and lyricist ‘Nadabramha’ Dr. Hamsalekha had the honour of inaugurating the 414th Nada Habba Mysuru Dasara on the abode of Sri Chamundeshwari atop Chamundi Hill this morning. He commenced the festivities by showering flower petals on the beautifully adorned idol (Utsava Murthi) of Goddess Chamundeshwari, which was elegantly placed on a…
‘Dasara is a ‘Mahakavya’ started by Vijayanagar rulers, continued by Wadiyars’
October 15, 2023Mysore/Mysuru: In his Dasara inaugural address, Chief Guest Dr. Hamsalekha expressed that much like Karnataka has completed 50 years since unification and integration, he has also celebrated 50 years in his illustrious musical career, dedicated to the cause of art, literature and culture. He remarked, “I consider myself fortunate to have this opportunity to open…
Yaduveer Wadiyar’s Private Durbar begins at Palace
October 15, 2023Mysore/Mysuru: The Private Durbar, known as ‘Khasgi Durbar’ of Yaduveer Krishnadatta Chamaraja Wadiyar, the titular head of the erstwhile Mysore Royal Family, commenced at the Durbar Hall of Mysore Palace this morning. This event marks the beginning of the Navarathri festivities, a tradition that has been celebrated by the erstwhile royal family for over 400…
Dasara tomorrow
October 14, 2023Mysore/Mysuru: Mysuru, popularly known as ‘Cultural Capital of the State,’ is all decked up for the inauguration of 414th Nada Habba Mysore Dasara (ever since Raja Wadiyar started Dasara in Srirangapatna in 1610 AD) at Chamundi Hill tomorrow (Oct. 15), with finishing touches being given for the preparations this morning. Film Music Director ‘Nadabrahma’ Hamsalekha…
‘Commission’ controversy rocks Dasara festivities
October 14, 2023Sarod maestro Pandit Rajeev Taranath fumes over outrageous demand; cancels concert Mysore/Mysuru: Renowned Sarod maestro and Padmashri awardee, Pandit Rajeev Taranath, often referred to as the ‘Sarod wizard,’ unexpectedly found himself in a peculiar situation after he received an invitation from Dasara officials to perform at this year’s Dasara cultural programme. However, the invitation took…















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