Tree branches ‘illegally’ cut in Saraswathipuram: MGP Convener
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Tree branches ‘illegally’ cut in Saraswathipuram: MGP Convener

June 11, 2025

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
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Unidentified man comes under moving train, dies

June 11, 2025

Mysuru: 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
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The confusing world of Toilet Terminology

June 11, 2025

By 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…

M. Gangadhar
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M. Gangadhar

June 11, 2025

M. 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
Obituary

Gulam-E-Ahmed

June 11, 2025

Gulam-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
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Loretta Maria Pinto

June 11, 2025

Loretta 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…

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