Enumeration by 65,000 teachers; Three-phase survey from May 5 to 23; Helplines 94823-00400, 94813-59000 Bengaluru: The Karnataka Government today launched a comprehensive caste census focused on Scheduled Castes (SCs) to gather detailed demographic data on sub-castes to ensure equitable distribution of reservation benefits and uphold social justice. Addressing a press conference in Bengaluru this morning,…
Mysuru-Kushalnagar 4-lane Highway work picks up pace
May 5, 2025Mysuru: The Mysuru-Kushalnagar four-lane Highway project, spanning 92 kms, is making steady progress, with construction actively underway on two key stretches. Road construction is in progress at the 19-km section from Agrahara in Srirangapatna to Yalachanahalli in Mysuru taluk and the 24.10-km segment from Belthur in Hunsur taluk to Harave Mallarajapattana in Periyapatna. However, the…
Covert tree killings across Mysuru city raise alarm
May 5, 2025Mysuru: Despite public uproar over the overnight felling of 40 trees on Hyder Ali Road for road expansion, environmentalists warn that a more insidious campaign to destroy Mysuru’s urban greenery is underway. Trees along major thoroughfares are being deliberately damaged, with acid and chemical sprays reportedly used to dry them out, often at the behest…
Deporting Pak nationals: BJP alleges State inaction
May 5, 2025Urges citizens of Mysuru to remain vigilant in their neighbourhoods and keep Police informed Mysuru: City BJP President and former MLA L. Nagendra has accused the Congress-led State Government of failing to act decisively on identifying and deporting Pakistani nationals residing illegally in Karnataka, despite clear directives from the Central Government. Addressing the media at…
Centre’s caste census to ensure social justice: Raghu Kautilya
May 5, 2025Mysuru: BJP OBC Morcha State President R. Raghu Kautilya has lauded the Centre’s decision to conduct a caste census alongside the national population census, calling it a “historic and courageous step” toward social justice. He said the move aligns with Mahatma Gandhi’s vision of inclusive governance. Addressing reporters at BJP Office in city recently, Raghu…
1,000-year-old Somnath Jyotirlinga darshan at Art of Living Ashram in city tomorrow
May 5, 2025Mysuru: The Art of Living, a spiritual organisation founded by Sri Ravishankar Guruji, has facilitated the public viewing of what they believe to be the original 1,000 years old Somnath Jyotirlinga at its Ashram in Lalithadripura Road in city from 5 pm to 8 pm tomorrow (May 6). Announcing this at a press meet at…
Writer Banu Mushtaq sure of getting Booker Prize-2025
May 5, 2025Mysuru: Writer Banu Mushtaq, whose Kannada literary work ‘Heart Lamp’ a collection of selected stories, has been translated into English by Deepa Bhasthi and is among six literary works shortlisted for International Booker Prize-2025, has exuded confidence of winning coveted prize. She was speaking during a programme organised to release the revised edition of her…
Man hacked to death in Varuna over old enmity
May 5, 2025Mysuru: A rowdy-sheeter was hacked to death by a gang of assailants in front of a hotel in Varuna Police limits in the early hours of today, sparking tension in the area. The deceased has been identified as Karthik (32), son of Daivasankalpa and a resident of Kyathamaranahalli in Mysuru. Formerly an autorickshaw driver, Karthik…
Automotive Axles, Apollo BGS Hospitals, Mysuru, partner to treat disabled kids
May 5, 2025Mysuru: As part of their Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives, Automotive Axles Ltd., has joined hands with Apollo BGS Hospitals, Mysuru, to provide a specialised treatment for children affected by Clubfoot and Cerebral Palsy. This meaningful collaboration aims to significantly enhance the quality of life for these children and their families, offering a new hope…
Talent Show marks World Down Syndrome Day at Nexus
May 5, 2025Mysuru: The PADHA Trust, in association with Rotary Interact Club of Devdan Foundation, hosted a Talent Show to celebrate ‘World Down Syndrome Day’ at Nexus Centre City recently. This event was sponsored by the first-ever Interact Club for special needs children, PADHA Trust and their friends. The show featured a variety of performances, including dancing,…











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