Mysore/Mysuru: The Mysuru Development Authority (MDA) has initiated a major upgradation project at the Bannimantap Torchlight Parade Grounds, which until now served primarily as the venue for the annual Dasara Air Show, Drone Show and Torchlight Parade. The plan includes constructing a permanent roof over the spectator stands, installing floodlights and adding other essential infrastructure…
Take a Book, Leave a Book
November 27, 2025Little Free Libraries revive community reading, rekindle city’s love for books Mysore/Mysuru: At a time when libraries are steadily fading from public life — overtaken by mobile phones and digital gadgets — one Mysurean has stepped forward with an inspiring initiative to revive the habit of reading and restore the culture of neighbourhood libraries. Mysuru,…
Subramanya Shashti observed
November 26, 2025Mysore/Mysuru: Subramanya Shashti Jathra was observed with reverence at Shashti Sri Subramanyeshwara Swamy Temple, Siddalingapura on Mysuru-Bengaluru Highway, in the outskirts today. Hundreds of devotees from various parts of Mysuru, Mandya, Chamarajanagar and other districts, along with nearby villages like Naganahalli and Kalastavadi, thronged the temple in large numbers. While puja was offered to the…
State‑of‑the‑art Police Museum in Mysuru
November 26, 2025Intention is to protect Mysuru Police’s historic memorabilia & legacy: Home Minister Mysore/Mysuru: Home Minister Dr. G. Parameshwar has announced that a fully equipped Karnataka Police Museum will be established in Mysuru. During his city tour yesterday, he visited KSRP Mounted Police Company, reviewed its functioning and gathered information from officers and staff. He also…
Climate change sends vegetable prices north
November 26, 2025Mysore/Mysuru: Sudden changes in climatic conditions and a drop in yield have pushed up the prices of vegetables, with rates of chicken and eggs also rising sharply. Tomatoes, which remained stable throughout the year, have suddenly shot up from Rs. 20 per kg last week to Rs. 50 – 70 per kg. Drumsticks, earlier available…
Cyber crime: Students Beware!
November 25, 2025Mysore/Mysuru: The rapidly spreading phenomenon of ‘digital arrest’ scams has now established a strong network in Mysuru as well, according to alarming revelations made by SDPI State President Abdul Majeed. Addressing a press meet at Pathrakarthara Bhavan here yesterday, he said that agents connected to this extortion racket have set up operations in Mysuru and…
PM Modi hoists saffron flag at Ayodhya Ram Mandir
November 25, 2025Ayodhya: Prime Minister Narendra Modi this morning hoisted the saffron flag at Ayodhya’s Ram Mandir during the sacred ‘Dhwaj Arohan’ ceremony, marking the formal completion of the temple’s construction. Calling it a moment of historic healing, he said, “The wounds and pain of centuries are healing today.” Modi said, Ayodhya was witnessing another epoch-making moment,…
Relief for pedestrians as Police clear footpaths
November 25, 2025Public seeks city-wide action Mysore/Mysuru: Acting on a series of complaints from the public about petty shops and roadside vendors encroaching footpaths across the city, the City Police have launched footpath-encroachment clearance drives in all Police Station limits. On Sunday, Krishnaraja (KR) Police — both Traffic and Civil — swung into action after receiving complaints…
No selfie stunts
November 24, 2025Solar CCTV cameras to curb risky behaviour on Bandipur Highways Mysore/Mysuru: The Forest Department has installed solar-powered CCTV cameras along Highways cutting through the Bandipur Tiger Reserve to prevent motorists from stopping and misbehaving near wild animals. The initiative aims to curb reckless behaviour, discipline violators and enhance safety within the Tiger Reserve. The Ooty…
Women Cops on Wheels
November 24, 2025Mysore/Mysuru: In a significant step towards empowering Women Police Officers, 246 women Constables have completed the two-wheeler training programme at the Police Training School (PTS), Jyothinagar, boosting their mobility, efficiency and self-reliance. Between March 2025 and Oct. 31, a total of 246 Constables passed out of PTS after undergoing a seven-month training and have now…















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