Sri Nanjundeshwara Padayatra Samiti, Mysuru, will be taking out ‘Namma Nade Nanjundeshwarana Kade,’ Padayatra to Sri Nanjundeshwara Temple in Nanjangud tomorrow (Dec. 31). The Padayatra will commence from Sri Ganapathy Sachchidananda Ashram on Nanjangud Road at 5 am. For details, contact Mob: 90352-63648, according to a press release.
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AGM tomorrow
December 30, 2023The Annual General Body Meeting (AGM) of Siddartha Welfare Association will be held at 10.30 am tomorrow (Dec. 31) at its premises, No. 1621, 4th Main, E&F Block, Dakshineshwara Road, Ramakrishnanagar, according to a press release.
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Kuvempu Jayanti in city
December 29, 2023Mysore/Mysuru: The 119th birth anniversary of Rashtrakavi Kuvempu was celebrated across the city this morning in a meaningful way. MLA T.S. Srivatsa garlanded the statue of Kuvempu at Kuvempu Park near Gun House Circle in the jayanti celebrations organised by the Mysuru City Corporation (MCC). Speaking on the occasion, the MLA recalled the contributions of…
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Kuvempu opposed blind faith: GTD
December 29, 2023Mysore/Mysuru: Chamundeshwari MLA G.T. Devegowda (GTD) said that “Poet Laureate Kuvempu (Kuppali Venkatappa Puttappa) opposed blind faith, blind belief and observation based on mere traditions.” He was speaking during ‘Vishwa Manava Dinacharane’, the birth anniversary of Kuvempu, organised jointly by the District Administration and Kannada and Culture Department at Kalamandira here this morning. Highlighting Kuvempu’s…
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Chamundi Hill ropeway will harm environment: MP
December 29, 2023Mysore/Mysuru: In response to Chief Minister Siddaramaiah’s renewed push for a ropeway to Chamundi Hill in the city, Mysuru-Kodagu MP Pratap Simmha has strongly voiced his opposition to the project. Emphasising his stand against any initiative that could harm the environment, Simmha reiterated his previous stance on the ropeway. Addressing media persons at Jaladarshini Guest…
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Statue of Dr. Sri Shivarathri Rajendra Swamiji at Gun House Circle
December 29, 2023Construction work begins at brisk pace; protest planned Mysore/Mysuru: Days after the installation of the statue of the late Suttur Seer Dr. Sri Shivarathri Rajendra Swamiji at the Gun House Circle near Mysore Palace, a subject of dispute among various organisations, brisk construction work has commenced around the pedestal of the statue. While the outer…
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Amid COVID-19 JN.1 variant threat…: Tourist surge sparks concerns at city Zoo
December 29, 2023Mysore/Mysuru: The surge in tourist arrivals in Mysuru since Dec. 23 has brought joy to the hotel, hospitality and travel industry. However, it has also created concerns for the authorities overseeing Chamarajendra Zoological Gardens, commonly known as Mysuru Zoo, due to the ongoing threat of the COVID-19 JN.1 variant. Each day, the Zoo attracts thousands…
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Tourists unhappy with Kakanakote safari point
December 29, 2023Visitors made to wait for hours at counters for tickets; but tickets allegedly sold in bulk to resorts Mysore/Mysuru: The influx of tourists has extended into forests such as Bandipur and Nagarahole, resulting in a surge of visitors. Unfortunately, tourists have been expressing dissatisfaction with their experiences at jungle safari points, citing prolonged waiting times…
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Mysuru, Hassan in race for Karnataka’s second IIT
December 29, 2023Proposal made in 2015 by academicians and industrialists favouring Mysuru gains renewed momentum Mysore/Mysuru: The initiative to position Mysuru as an optimal location for the establishment of the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) has gained renewed momentum, as Chief Minister Siddaramaiah recently presented a proposal to Prime Minister Narendra Modi. In his submission to the…
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Honey Trap Case: Three held for extorting Rs. 5.46 lakh cash, gold from Kerala Contractor
December 29, 2023Mysore/Mysuru: The Mysuru Rural Police have arrested three persons including a woman in a honey trapping case, where the three accused had extorted Rs. 5.46 lakh cash and gold ornaments from the Kerala Public Works Department (PWD) contractor. The incident taken place in March came to light lately. The case was registered at a Police…
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