By Prof. A.V. Narasimha Murthy, former Head, Department of Ancient History & Archaeology, University of Mysore South India, comprising Karnataka, Andhra, Tamil Nadu and Kerala, has a distinctive system of coinage from ancient times which continued till recently when the Britishers introduced almost a common system of coinage for the entire country with some exceptions…
Mysuru: As part of Swachh Survekshan programme, Deputy Commissioner D. Randeep inaugurated a Citizen Forum for Swachh Mysuru-2018 near the Habitat Mall, Jayalakshmipuram in city this morning. This forum has been constituted by several associations and organisations such as Rotary Club, Lions Club, Senior Citizens Forum, Central Bank Owners Association, GSS Foundation, DRC Cinemas, Young…
Mysuru: ‘Prabhavana Rath Yatra,’ the publicity vehicle of Mahamasthakabhisheka of Bahubali to be held in Sharavanabelagola next month, arrived in city this morning. The ‘Prabhavana Rath Yatra’ was received in front of Kote Anjaneyaswamy Temple by MLA Vasu, Mysore Palace Board Deputy Director T.S. Subramanya, Digambar Jain Samaj President M.R. Sunil Kumar, Secretary C.P. Ajit…
There are many diseases confronting man from times immemorial but every generation finds a treatment or cure for the maladies. One such dreaded infection is HIV/AIDS, which more than 30 years ago was considered a killer disease. However, the stigma attached to it still exists, though far fewer people are dying today because of it,…
Mysuru: The Zero Effect Zero Defect (ZED) initiative is in view of setting the global perspective of the Indian manufacturing as ZED quality goods, which will have the least impact on the environment, said Arjun Ranga, Chairman of the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII), Mysuru Chapter. Speaking at the inaugural function of a five-day ZED…
Mysuru: “Life can be enriched only if we move forward with determination, certainly and a free mind,” opined Prajapita Brahma Kumari Ishwariya Vishwa Vidyalaya Chief Rajayogini Dadi Jankiji. She was speaking at the “Enlightening get together” programme organised by Prajapita Brahma Kumari Ishwariya Vishwa Vidyalaya at ‘Gyan Sarovar’ in Lingadevarakoppal on Hunsur Road in the…
Mysuru: The Department of Chemistry, JSS Science and Technology University (JSS S&TU) had organised a one-day International Symposium on Advanced Materials (ISAM-2017) on Dec.27. The symposium was organised with the objective of providing a forum for researchers, scientists, professionals and industry personal to showcase the emerging trends in advanced material research. Over 200 participants came…
Mysuru: If you own a two-wheeler make sure you have a standard headgear on by Jan. 8 (tomorrow). For, the city Traffic Police would fine anyone wearing a low-grade helmet and will even seize the bike. The Police will release the vehicle only if the rider produces a Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS)-approved ISI-marked helmet…
Mysuru: A man and a woman from England entered into wedlock under the ‘Mantra Mangalya’ concept and as per Indian tradition at a rehabilitation centre run by an NGO in city yesterday. The woman was Fritha Vincent, 38, a social entrepreneur and founder of ‘Secret Pillow’ project, who got married to Olafa Mason, 41, a…
Mysuru: To identify and find solutions in the education sector, the JD(S) is hosting an intellectual conclave in city on Jan.8 (tomorrow). Former Vice-Chancellor (VC) of the University of Mysore (UoM) & Karnataka State Open University (KSOU) and JD(S) leader, Prof. K.S. Rangappa told reporters yesterday that the party State President H.D. Kumaraswamy will attend…
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