Mysore/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…
Mysore/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…
Ayodhya: 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,…
Public 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…
Solar 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…
Mysore/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…
Mysore/Mysuru: Listening to stories itself is a thrilling experience. In these fast-paced times, the practice of narrating stories to children is highly commendable, observed member of the erstwhile Mysore Royal Family, Trishikha Kumari Wadiyar. She was speaking after inaugurating the 10th edition of the Mysuru Children’s Literature Festival 2025, organised last evening at Jagannatha Centre…
One unit above 200 and entire bill becomes payable Mysore/Mysuru: The Gruha Jyothi scheme — a flagship pre-election promise of the Congress Government — originally assured 200 units of free electricity per RR number. However, subsequent guideline revisions have sharply narrowed its scope and tightened eligibility. Under the new rules, the scheme comes with a…
Mysore/Mysuru: A major attempt to derail the Hampi Express running between Mysuru and Hubballi was foiled on Saturday evening. At around 6.50 pm, the train had departed Mysuru and was passing near Vandaraguppe between Channapatna and Ramanagara when a loud noise was heard. The loco pilot immediately halted the train and upon inspection, discovered damage…
Mysore/Mysuru: Akshata Murty, entrepreneur and wife of former UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, has launched a cultural initiative to showcase the grandeur of Mysuru’s royal heritage and the elegance of Mysore Silk sarees to global audiences. Through a special video series created in collaboration with London’s prestigious Victoria and Albert (V&A) Museum, she is spotlighting…
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