Madikeri: The inaugural ‘Cauvery Aarati’ at Sankey Tank in Bengaluru this evening at 6 pm promises to be a grand spectacle. In preparation, Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar (DKS) visited Bhagamandala and Talacauvery, the birth place of Goddess Cauvery in Kodagu this morning to collect sacred water. Accompanied by Chief Minister’s Legal Advisor and Virajpet…
Power dearer by 36 paise from Apr. 1
March 20, 2025Price hike in every sector is Congress Government’s guarantee, says BJP Bengaluru: Residents of Karnataka, already grappling with rising bus and metro fares and soaring prices of daily essentials, were hit with another financial blow as the Karnataka Electricity Regulatory Commission (KERC) this morning announced a 36 paise per unit hike in electricity tariffs, effective…
SSLC exam at 133 centres in district from tomorrow
March 20, 2025Mysuru: With the SSLC Examination (2024-25) of Karnataka State Board set to commence from tomorrow (Mar. 21), all preparations are underway in the city and district for ensuring smooth conduct of the exam. As many as 39,103 students from the district, including 465 private and 734 repeater students will be appearing for the exam, which…
A mother’s tryst with… THRILLER
March 20, 2025By S.N. Venkatnag Sobers Women are the epitome of patience and resilience. As the Sanskrit verse goes, ‘Nārīśakti Śaktiśālī Samājasya Nirmānam Karoti’, which translates to ‘A powerful woman builds a strong society’. This perfectly embodies the woman we will introduce — a testament to strength and determination. Having lost both her parents at a tender…
MUDA case against CM: Special Court asks Lokayukta to clarify discrepancies in report
March 19, 2025Mysuru: Over a month after the Karnataka High Court rejected a plea to transfer Mysuru Urban Development Authority (MUDA) case against Chief Minister Siddaramaiah to the CBI, Special Court for MPs and MLAs in Bengaluru has sought clarification from Lokayukta Investigation Officer T.J. Udesh on certain points. The case, filed by Mysuru-based RTI activist Snehamayi…
Unable to find matrimonial alliance, youth ends life
March 19, 202527-year-old Masana Shetty of Madhuvanahalli in Kollegal taluk commits suicide by holding on to a high-tension electric line; weeping mother watches the whole incident, along with villagers Kollegal: A youth, dejected over not getting married, ended his life by clinging on to a high-tension electric line at Madhuvanahalli in Kollegal taluk yesterday. The hapless mother…
Making every sample count
March 19, 2025By M.T. Yogesh Kumar On International Women’s Day-2025, we celebrate the dedication of women whose tireless service in clinical laboratories makes a lasting impact. As the call for gender equality grows stronger, women continue to shatter barriers, excelling alongside men in every field. The realm of medical services is no exception, with women playing a…
Grand revival of Old DC Office as Heritage Museum
March 18, 2025Under Swadesh Darshan 2.0, iconic building to become a cultural landmark; DPR approved; Tender process begins, says Tourism Director Dr. K.V. Rajendra Mysuru: The Old Deputy Commissioner’s (DC) Office (Attara Kacheri) in the heart of the city is set to become a new tourist attraction under the Central Government’s Swadesh Darshan 2.0 scheme, with plans…
A pink bloom in city…
March 18, 2025Mysuru: The Cultural Capital Mysuru, which is known for the enchanting beauty of its natural environs, has now got a fillip with the spread of a floral carpet. It is indeed a visual treat to catch the sight of the flower petals adorning the surface of the streets, a perfect backdrop for selfies. The flower…
From Classroom to Camera…
March 18, 2025After a brief stint in teaching, Mysurean Akshata Ganesh passionately follows her dream of acting and cinema By S.N. Venkatnag Sobers She is a shining example of a woman achieving her dream of becoming an actress while balancing her roles as a teacher, wife and mother. Having established herself as a successful English teacher at…
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