Cauvery Aarti at KRS Dam is a misplaced priority
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Cauvery Aarti at KRS Dam is a misplaced priority

July 9, 2025

By K.V. Chandramouli, Deputy Director of Boilers (Retd.) The Karnataka Government plans to organise a Cauvery Aarti at the Krishna Raja Sagar (KRS) Dam, a ritual modelled after the Ganga Aarti, by the time Dasara-2025 arrives. For this initiative, Rs. 92.30 crore has been allocated, and facilities are being developed to accommodate approximately 10,000 attendees….

The perils of being a ‘Committee Chairman’
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The perils of being a ‘Committee Chairman’

July 9, 2025

By Dr. R. Balasubramaniam It all started with a phone call. A distinguished voice on the other end said, “We are putting together a high-powered committee and we want you to chair it.” Chairman. The word had a certain ring to it. A title that exuded authority, wisdom and — let us be honest —…

‘We need more Kalams’
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‘We need more Kalams’

July 9, 2025

Says Padma Shri Dr. Prahlada Rama Rao, Architect of Akash Missile Systems Akash, the surface-to-air missile used in Operation Sindoor, is a true epitome of Atmanirbhar Bharat. Dr. Prahlada Rama Rao, the Architect of Akash Missile Systems, was in Mysuru recently as the guest of honour at Mysuru Literature Festival-2025.  Padma Shri Dr. Rao recounted…

Avoid interlocking at Railway DRM Office
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Avoid interlocking at Railway DRM Office

July 9, 2025

Sir, I write to express my dismay over a development at the premises of the Divisional Railway Manager (DRM), South Western Railway, Mysuru Division. During my visit yesterday, I witnessed the ground surrounding the iconic heritage building being cleaned and prepared for the laying of concrete interlocking tiles, spanning an estimated 300 metres in length…

Lakshmamma
Obituary

Lakshmamma

July 9, 2025

Lakshmamma (76), wife of late Ugraiah and a resident of Vinayakanagar, passed away yesterday in city. She leaves behind four sons, two daughters, sons-in-law, daughters-in-law, grandchildren and a host of relatives and friends. Last rites were held at Gokulam Burial Grounds this noon.

M.B. Mahendrakumar
Obituary

M.B. Mahendrakumar

July 9, 2025

M.B. Mahendrakumar (81), a resident of Banumaiah Road 4th Cross, Mysuru, passed away following a massive heart attack yesterday in city. His wife had passed away on the same day last year and his eldest daughter had predeceased him ten months back. Last rites were held at the foot of Chamundi Hill.

Events Tomorrow

Events tomorrow – JULY 10: Suttur Mutt, Mysuru

July 9, 2025

Moonlight Music-281, special lecture by Prabhuswamy C. Malimutt (A grade Akashvani artiste and retired Senior Announcer), vocal concert by Vid. Sampagodu S. Vighnaraja, accompanied by Vid. S. Janardhan on violin, Vid. Anirudh S. Bhat on mridanga and Vid. M.R. Manjunath on ghata, Mutt premises, foot of Chamundi Hill, 6 pm.

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