The Union Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment has invited applications from eligible physically challenged persons and organisations who have worked in different fields with an excellent record for empowerment of the disabled, for conferment of National Award. The prescribed application form can be collected from the Office of the Department for the Empowerment of…
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Lakshminarasimha Jayanti, Swathi Puja
May 29, 2026Sri Lakshminarasimha Jayanti and Swathi Puja will be held at Sri Lakshminarasimhaswamy Temple on Kalidasa Road in city tomorrow (May 30). The rituals will begin with Vishwaroopa Darshana at 7.30 am, followed by Sri Lakshminarasimhaswamy Navakalasha Sthapana Tiruman-jana (Abhisheka) and Parayana at 8.45 am and Maha Naivedya, Mangalaarathi and Teertha Prasada distribution at 1.30 pm….
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DKS new CM
May 28, 2026Siddaramaiah says Congress High Command has chosen D.K. Shivakumar as next CM of Karnataka Bengaluru: Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah this morning confirmed that he will step down from the post, ending a three-year leadership tussle within the Congress Government and paving the way for Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar (DKS) to take over as the…
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Siddu’s exit leaves emotional scenes at Siddaramanahundi
May 28, 2026Mysore/Mysuru: As the news of Chief Minister Siddaramaiah’s resignation flashed across television screens this morning, an unusual silence descended on the remote Siddaramanahundi, his native village. At first, many villagers refused to believe the reports. But as confirmation came through, conversations faded and moist eyes quietly revealed the mood. The usually bustling streets wore a…
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Whistling to bust stress!
May 28, 2026Siddu’s trick to keep cool… Mysore/Mysuru: One of Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah’s most recognisable traits during politically tense moments is his habit of whistling, a gesture that has, over the years, come to symbolise his calm and composed political persona. Whether amid crises, internal party turmoil or intense public scrutiny, Siddaramaiah often appears unfazed, using…
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Thousands offer Eid prayers
May 28, 2026Mysore/Mysuru: Thousands of Muslim brethren offered Bakrid prayers at various Eidgah Grounds and Mosques across city this morning. At Eidgah Grounds in Tilaknagar, Muslim community people assembled in large numbers and offered prayers at 9 am, led by Sir Khazi of Mysuru Hazarath Moulana Mohammed Usman Shariff. In his message, the Sir Khazi recalled the…
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Cash for copying
May 28, 2026Belagavi, Kolar students allowed to copy in KSOU exams for Rs. 1,500 per paper Mysore/Mysuru: A viral video allegedly showing invigilators collecting money and allowing mass copying during Karnataka State Open University (KSOU) examinations has triggered outrage and raised serious questions over the conduct of exams at a regional centre in Belagavi district. The alleged…
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Yellamma Colony cries for help
May 28, 2026Sewage water and garbage dump found everywhere; residents blame officials for negligence Mysore/Mysuru: The Swachh Bharat Abhiyan in Mysuru seems to be restricted to only a few areas and roads as most parts of the city still remain in an unhygienic condition with overflowing manhole and garbage dumps in areas located outside the Central Business…
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My performance answered critics: Kho Kho star Chaitra
May 28, 2026Mysore/Mysuru: “To those who once said girls cannot achieve greatness, I have answered through my performance on the field,” said B. Chaitra, international kho kho player and member of India’s 2025 Kho Kho World Cup-winning team. She was speaking after receiving the Rotary Midtown-Wekreate Space Sports Award 2026 at the Rotary Centre on JLB Road…
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Three-day Mango and Jackfruit Mela in city from May 29
May 28, 2026Mysore/Mysuru: To provide market facilities for the farmers under the Krishi Vikas Scheme, Department of Horticulture will be organising a three-day organic Mango and Jackfruit Mela from tomorrow till May 31 at Nexus Mall in city, said Horticulture Joint Director Manjunath Angadi yesterday. Addressing the mediapersons at his office in Curzon Park, he said that…
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