Mysuru: The branches of a tree that was marring the view of a commercial building under construction at Saraswathipuram in the city have been allegedly axed, irking environmentalists. Bhanu Prashanth, Convener of Mysore Grahakara Parishat (MGP), has alleged that, the branches of the tree on the footpath of 5th Main in Saraswathipuram have been cut, without…
Unidentified man comes under moving train, dies
June 11, 2025Mysuru: An unidentified man died after coming under a moving train between K.R. Nagar and Hosa Agrahara Railway Stations. The Railway Police have shifted the body to MMC&RI mortuary in Mysuru. The deceased is aged between 55 and 60 years, 5.2 ft. tall, normal built, light brown complexioned, oval faced, sports beard and moustache and…
The confusing world of Toilet Terminology
June 11, 2025By Dr. R. Balasubramaniam First time International travel is an eye-opening experience, especially when the first challenge you face is simply finding a place to pee. My first such experience came while transiting through Singapore several decades ago. My search for a toilet — a perfectly respectable word in my vocabulary — led to unexpected…
Garbage menace: Law-breakers must be caught and punished
June 11, 2025Sir, This refers to the letter ‘Garbage Menace: Mysuru Turning Unhealthy’ in SOM dated May 26, 2025. It is very timely and every citizen of our city must take note. Literally, almost every footpath is strewn with all types of garbage, resulting in an unbearable foul smell. To control this menace and catch the shameless…
M. Gangadhar
June 11, 2025M. Gangadhar (62), a newspaper distributor and a resident of Ashokapuram, passed away yesterday in city. He leaves behind his wife Lakshmi, three sons and a host of relatives and friends. Last rites were held at Ashokapuram Burial Grounds this noon.
Gulam-E-Ahmed
June 11, 2025Gulam-E-Ahmed (Chand Bhai), a resident of No. 101, KSRTC Block in Bannimantap Extension, passed away following brief illness this morning in city. He was 85. He leaves behind his wife, two daughters, one son, grandchildren and a host of relatives and friends. Namaz-e-Janaza was performed today at Masjid-e-Azam on Ashoka Road after Zohar prayers, followed…
Loretta Maria Pinto
June 11, 2025Loretta Maria Pinto (68), wife of George V. Pinto and a resident of No. A 605, Brigade Mountain View in Ramachandra Agrahara, passed away on June 9. She leaves behind her husband, children Lee Georgina Pinto and Lynn Glenda Pinto and a host of relatives and friends. Mortal remains will be kept at her residence…
Events tomorrow – JUNE 12: Raasavrunda
June 11, 2025Nartana Samarpana Rangapravesha of Chinmayee Bharadwaj, disciple of Vidu. Nandini Eswer and Dr. Rohitha Eswer, Sri Kashi Matha Sri Rama Mandira, Subbarayanakere, Shivarampet, 6 pm.
Events tomorrow – JUNE 12: Sri Ramakrishna Ashram, Mysuru
June 11, 2025Swami Jnanayoganandaji speaks on ‘Srimad Bhagavad Gita’ in Kannada, Ashram premises, Yadavagiri, 6 pm to 6.50 pm.
Events tomorrow – JUNE 12: HEARt Organisation
June 11, 2025Daanotsava (Festival of Giving) to commemorate the birth anniversary of Rajarshi Nalwadi Krishnaraja Wadiyar, Mysore International School, Mysuru, 11 am. [Mob: 93536-30903]












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