Mysuru: To create a fearless atmosphere in city, the City Police have deployed a new Nakabandi system, — armed Police personnel at regular inspection of vehicles. For three days, armed Cops have been keeping an eye out for any persons moving in a suspicious manner or get aggressive when their vehicles are stopped for checking….
DC urges vigilance to prevent forest fires
March 7, 2025Warns of legal action under Disaster Management Act for public non-co-operation to douse fires Mysuru: With summer approaching, the forest fire risk is rising. To tackle this challenge, Deputy Commissioner (DC) G. Lakshmikanth Reddy has urged the Forest and Fire Departments to remain on high alert and emphasised public co-operation in fire prevention efforts. Chairing…
Mysore Airport expansion: MP laments land acquisition delays
March 6, 2025Yaduveer urges CM Siddaramaiah to allocate funds for pothole-ridden Mysuru-Kodagu Roads in Budget Mysuru: Mysuru-Kodagu MP Yaduveer Krishnadatta Chamaraja Wadiyar has expressed frustration over the State Government’s sluggish approach to the Mysore Airport expansion, citing delays in land acquisition and lack of fund release as major roadblocks. Speaking to reporters on the sidelines of an…
Kodagu coffee growers reap high prices amid yield drop
March 6, 2025Madikeri: In the heartland of coffee cultivation, Kodagu, this year’s harvest tells a tale of mixed fortunes. While coffee production has seen a significant dip due to erratic weather patterns, farmers are finding relief in skyrocketing prices that have touched record highs. However, rising labour and maintenance costs continue to be a concern, particularly for…
Crackdown on electricity thefts: CESC slaps Rs. 6.36 crore fine
March 6, 2025Massive operations across Mysuru, Chamarajanagar, Mandya, Kodagu & Hassan; Rs. 5.94 crore recovered Mysuru: In a major crackdown on electricity thefts, the Chamundeshwari Electricity Supply Corporation Limited (CESC) Vigilance Team has imposed a staggering Rs. 6.36 crore fine on those illegally tapping power. The operations, spanning five districts — Mysuru, Chamarajanagar, Mandya, Kodagu and Hassan…
Hebbal Lake choked
March 5, 2025Mysuru: Nine years after the Infosys Foundation invested heavily in rejuvenating the 54-acre Hebbal Lake on Mysuru’s outskirts, the once-thriving water body is now choking under the weight of sewage, industrial waste and rampant water hyacinth. Once a sanctuary for aquatic life and birds, including pelicans, Lake now shows no signs of either. Untreated sewage…
End of an era for Mysuru’s twin theatres Sterling and Skyline
March 5, 2025Mysuru: For decades, Sterling and Skyline theatres stood as landmarks of Mysuru’s cinematic culture, bringing Hollywood thrillers, Bollywood blockbusters and Kannada classics to eager audiences. But today, the twin theatres are fading into history. Located in Vishweshwaranagar industrial area of Vidyaranyapuram, the two theatres are being demolished, their walls crumbling under the force of roaring…
Dubare runs dry: River tourism, rafting and livelihoods hit hard
March 5, 2025Madikeri: Dubare, Kodagu’s prized tourist hotspot, now looks deserted as the once-mighty Cauvery River has run dry. The rhythmic gush of water, the thrill of whitewater river rafting and the laughter of tourists have all vanished — leaving behind an eerie stillness. With water levels plummeting due to the scorching March heat, rafting activities abruptly…
Global tender issued to lease Lalitha Mahal Palace Hotel
March 4, 202530-year management / renovation lease period; e-procurement tenders to close on Mar. 15 Mysuru: Following the State Government’s decision to lease the iconic Lalitha Mahal Palace Hotel, built by the Maharajas of Mysore, to a private company, the tender process is now underway. Currently managed by Jungle Lodges and Resorts, a unit of the Karnataka…
Contractors body alleges more commission now than before
March 4, 2025Bengaluru: Upset over officials of the State Government seeking a higher commission than before for clearing bills, the Karnataka State Contractors Association (KSCA) on Monday said it will lodge a complaint with top Congress leaders Mallikarjun Kharge and Rahul Gandhi, if corruption in the Siddaramaiah Government is not addressed. KSCA President R. Manjunath, who met…















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