A piece of History gleaned from an Eye Hospital in Kodagu
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A piece of History gleaned from an Eye Hospital in Kodagu

October 10, 2024

Yesterday I travelled to Kushalnagar in Kodagu to see a friend in an eye hospital, “Lopamudra Eye Care,” who was undergoing a procedure for cataract. While in the waiting area, I noticed a number of framed certificates, citations, testimonials and photographs about the doctor. Being a private, personal hospital, such displays are expected and understandable….

Dasara crowd control: Kudos to Mysuru Police
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Dasara crowd control: Kudos to Mysuru Police

October 10, 2024

Sir, Hats off to the Mysuru Traffic Police for their exemplary control and monitoring of the Dasara crowd this year. A substantial contingent of officers has been deployed for traffic regulation, providing exceptional service to the public. Even in the rain, traffic cops are seen managing the flow while holding umbrellas. This year marks a…

Dust settles after Dasara Wrestling
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Dust settles after Dasara Wrestling

October 10, 2024

Mysuru: This year’s Dasara Wrestling Championship came to an end with Pailwan Shivaiah Poojari of Bagalkot winning the ‘Dasara Kanteerava’ title,  Pailwan Sadashiva Nalavade of Mudhol emerging as ‘Dasara Kesari,’ Pailwan Kuruvara Sanjeeva of Davanagere  as ‘Dasara Kishora,’ Pailwan S. Shalini of Davanagere as ‘Dasara Kishori’ and Pailwan Girish of Palahalli in Mandya as ‘Dasara…

Tennis: Lakshmiprabha stuns Soha in opener
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Tennis: Lakshmiprabha stuns Soha in opener

October 10, 2024

Mysuru: Qualifier Lakshmiprabha Arunkumar from Tamil Nadu showcased her immense talent with a stunning win over sixth-seeded Soha Sadiq of Karnataka in the first round of the $15,000 ITF Mysuru Open – Women’s World Tour at Mysuru Tennis Club, here yesterday. The 19-year-old, handpicked by the Tamil Nadu Tennis Association into their ‘Next Level’ programme,…

Mysuru wrestler feted
Sports

Mysuru wrestler feted

October 10, 2024

Woman wrestler Nandini of Mysuru, who won the ‘Kittur Rani Chennamma Award’ at the Mysuru Dasara Wrestling Championship-2024, being felicitated by Mysuru Book Clubs 2015 Founder-Chairperson Shubha Sanjay Urs (second from right) as Book Club Member Shilpa Bysani and Coach Smitha Patil (extreme right) look on. Nandini, daughter of a mason from Mysuru, is being…

State-level Shuttle Badminton Tournament from Oct. 15
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State-level Shuttle Badminton Tournament from Oct. 15

October 10, 2024

Mysuru: The two-day State-level Shuttle Badminton Tournament for under-19 boys and girls jointly organised by Department of Public Instructions and Sri Ramakrishna Vidyashala will be held from Oct. 15 at the Vidyashala premises in Yadavagiri here. Department of Public Instructions Director Sindhu Roopesh, Ramakrishna Ashram President Swami Muktidanandaji,  Vidyashala Correspondent Swami Yukteshanandaji, Department of Public…

Performances at Palace premises
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Performances at Palace premises

October 10, 2024
Picture shows children of Mahouts and Kavadis of Dasara elephants, performing at the Palace premises yesterday. Dr. Jyotsna Srikanth and troupe giving a violin concert at Mysore Palace premises yesterday. Picture shows Chaitanya Shadakshari and troupe performing Bharatanatyam.
Nanjappa
Obituary

Nanjappa

October 10, 2024

Nanjappa (70), a timber merchant and a resident of Yaraganahalli, passed away yesterday in city. A native of Mosambayanahalli village, he leaves behind his wife, one son, three daughters and a host of relatives and friends. Last rites were held at Yaraganahalli Burial Grounds this morning, according to family sources.

Siddegowda
Obituary

Siddegowda

October 10, 2024

Siddegowda (86), a resident of Kumbarakoppal, passed away yesterday in city. He leaves behind three sons and a host of relatives and friends. Last rites were held at Kumbarakoppal Burial Grounds yesterday, according to family sources.

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