Mysore/Mysuru: As many as 15 personalities, who strived for the cause of land and language, will be conferred the prestigious State-level Hosyala Award-2025 at a programme organised by Hoysala Kannada Sangha and Savigannada Patrika Balaga, marking its 26th anniversary, at Kannada Sahitya Parishat in Vijayanagar at 10.30 am on Apr. 5. Columnist and retired DRDO,…
How Interest Rates Affect the Total Cost of a Loan
March 31, 2026When considering borrowing options, many individuals focus on the principal amount they wish to obtain. However, it is crucial to understand how interest rates affect the total cost of a loan, especially when comparing offers from a fast loans UK lender. Interest rates don’t just dictate the monthly payment but also have a significant influence…
Karnataka’s E Challan System vs Other South Indian States: Who Penalises Harder and for What?
March 31, 2026South India’s four major states, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Telangana and Kerala, all operate e-challan systems under the national Motor Vehicles Act framework. But enforcement intensity, camera density and specific fine amounts vary significantly between them. If you drive across state lines or have recently moved, understanding how Karnataka stacks up is useful. Drivers in Bengaluru…
Endowment Plan: Benefits, Returns, and Tax Advantages
March 31, 2026Balancing wealth creation with family security is a common challenge for many taxpayers. An endowment policy offers a practical solution by combininglife insurancecoverage with a disciplined savings approach. It helps individuals build long-term savings through regular contributions while ensuring financial protection for loved ones. Upon maturity, it provides a lump sum payout that can support…
Architecture with a soul
March 31, 2026INTERNATIONAL Women’s Day Special… Architect and Academic Dr. H.S. Champa speaks about shaping young architects, preserving Mysuru’s heritage and designing cities in harmony with nature. As cities expand rapidly and natural landscapes come under pressure, architect and academician Dr. H.S. Champa advocates a context-sensitive, nature-conscious approach to design. With over two decades of experience in…
Democracy of Indian Railways: Unity in Diversity
March 31, 2026Sir, This is with reference to Dr. R. Balasubramaniam’s article “The Democracy of the Indian Railways” in SOM dated Mar. 11. The article aptly highlights an unmistakable facet of India — that of the norm of ‘adjusting’ a.k.a ‘swalpa adjust maadi’ in our sometimes endearing and often difficult-to-refuse vernacular request. The writer rightly states, ‘we…
‘Vocational Excellence Award’ conferred
March 31, 2026Mysuru-based Paramjit Singh (second from right), National Tournament Director of the Indian Golf Union (IGU), being conferred with ‘Vocational Excellence Award’ during the Award Night organised by Rotary Club of Madras T. Nagar (RI District 3233) at Chennai yesterday in recognition of his outstanding contributions and professional integrity to golf. He is seen with (from…
Malladi Brothers perform for Ramanavami Music Fest
March 31, 2026Malladi Brothers (Malladi Sreeramaprasad and Malladi Ravikumar) presenting a vocal concert at Ganavisharada Bidaram Krishnappa’s Sri Prasanna Seetharama Mandira on N.S. Road in city last evening as part of the 110th Ramanavami Annual Heritage Music Festival. They are accompanied by Vid. Nishanth Chandran on violin, Vid. Malladi Sivanand on mridanga and Vid. Sharath Koushik on…
Veena-Violin Jugalbandhi by Vidu. Jayanthi Kumaresh & Vidu. Akkarai Subhalakshmi
March 31, 2026Vidu. Jayanthi Kumaresh and Vidu. Akkarai Subhalakshmi presenting Veena-Violin Jugalbandhi at Smt. Alammana Choultry in Srirampet last evening as part of the 136th year Sri Ramothsava Sangeethothsava-2026 organised by Sri Ramabhyudhaya Sabha Charitable Trust, Mysuru. They are accompanied by Vid. Arjun Kumar on mridanga and Vid. G.S. Ramanujam on ghata.
Srinivas
March 31, 2026Nanjangud, Mar. 31- Srinivas (80), senior Congress leader, former Gram Panchayat Member and a resident of Hallididi village in the taluk, passed away on Sunday at the village. He leaves behind his wife Shivamma, children Nagamma, Manjula, Girish, Nagabhushan, Krishna and a host of relatives and friends. Last rites were held at the village yesterday.















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