19-kg LPG cylinder to cost Rs. 3,132; hoteliers weigh price hike options Mysore/Mysuru: A steep hike of Rs. 991 in commercial LPG cylinder prices has dealt a fresh blow to the hotel industry in Mysuru, with many establishments now considering a revision in menu prices. While the Union Government announced a nationwide increase of Rs….
Every year, when SSLC and Pre-University results are announced, the State witnesses a familiar cycle of joy, disappointment, relief and grief. But what should garner our attention is… death. Last week, five students ended their lives following their results. Three of them did so because they did not secure the marks they had hoped for….
Mysore/Mysuru: The water level at the Krishna Raja Sagar Dam (KRS) has dropped sharply over the past fortnight, raising concerns over availability during the peak summer weeks. Between Apr. 15 and today (Apr. 30), the reservoir level fell from 101.40 ft. to 93.50 ft., marking a decline of nearly 8 ft. The maximum storage level…
Detailed Project Report estimated at Rs. 13 crore prepared; tenders soon Mysore/Mysuru: The Mysore Palace Board is set to introduce an advanced 3D-mapping Sound & Light Show at the iconic Mysore Palace, drawing inspiration from the popular spectacle at Golkonda Fort in Hyderabad. A Detailed Project Report (DPR) estimated at Rs. 13 crore has already…
Chief Minister announces Rs. 5 lakh compensation for victims’ families; PMO announces Rs. 2 lakh Bengaluru: Seven people were killed after a compound wall attached to Bowring Hospital collapsed due to heavy rains here yesterday. The victims, mostly street vendors and pedestrians, were reportedly taking shelter near the wall when it suddenly fell amid strong…
Rebate window ends tomorrow Mysore/Mysuru: With just a day left to avail the five percent rebate on Property Tax, Mysuru City Corporation (MCC) has already collected over Rs. 111 crore within the first 28 days of the 2026-27 financial year (from Apr. 1 to 28). The sharp rise in collections is because property owners are…
Non-AC sleeper coaches to boost long-distance rural travel; focus on fire safety, comfort Mysore/Mysuru: In a first for the Mysuru Rural Division, the Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC) has inducted nine new ‘Pallakki’ non-AC sleeper coaches into its fleet, with a strong focus on passenger safety and comfort. The new buses are equipped with…
A portion of road near Valmiki junction on Mysuru-Hunsur Highway caves in; MCC continues to be in deep slumber, allege local residents Mysore/Mysuru: It has been over a month since a death trap has been created on Mysuru-Hunsur Highway in city, the Mysuru City Corporation (MCC) authorities continue to turn a blind eye, complained the…
MLAs step up Delhi visits; Siddu camp seeks reshuffle, DKS camp eyes change at top Bengaluru: The State’s political scene is set for a fresh churn, with MLAs loyal to Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar (DKS) stepping up efforts to project him as Chief Minister, even as supporters of Chief Minister Siddaramaiah press for a…
‘DKS had offered me a Congress ticket in 2023 Assembly elections’ Kumta: Former Mysuru-Kodagu MP Prathap Simha has reaffirmed his plans to enter State politics by contesting the Assembly elections scheduled for May 2028, expressing confidence of emerging victorious. Speaking at a programme in Kumta in Uttara Kannada yesterday, Simha outlined his political roadmap and…
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