Mysore/Mysuru: Karnataka Digital Economy Mission (KDEM), in collaboration with Karnataka Skill Development Corporation (KSDC), organised the Women@Work (W@W) conclave in city yesterday. The primary objective of this event was to promote gender diversity, empower women and encourage their active participation in the workforce. The event took place at Infosys campus in Hebbal, serving as a…
‘Akki Raja’ dies at Bandipur due to heart, liver ailments
November 3, 2023Gained fame for his love of rice, often raiding homes and shops in search of his favourite staple Mysore/Mysuru: On Tuesday, Nov. 1, elephant ‘Akki Raja’ or ‘Vinayagan’ died due to a massive cardiac arrest at the Rampura Elephant Camp, part of the Ainooru Maarigudi Range in the Hediyala Sub-Division of Bandipur Tiger Reserve. ‘Akki…
Don’t discard your toothbrush, give it to Oral Care Recycling Station
November 3, 2023Mysore/Mysuru: In the coming months, when the time arrives to replace your toothbrush, it’s likely that you haven’t given much thought on how to properly dispose of the old one. You may simply toss your old brush into the trash. Mysuru, with an average population of 1.3 million, generates approximately 60 tonnes of toothbrush waste…
Your chair is safe; work to rescue our drought-hit State: GTD
November 3, 2023Mysore/Mysuru: “Swami Siddharamaiah, as the Chief Minister with a strong and secure mandate, it’s imperative that you shift your focus from the fight for the CM’s post for five years and come to the aid of our people who are facing a severe drought,” said Chamundeshwari MLA G.T. Devegowda (GTD), speaking to reporters at Taluk…
E-waste Collection Centre at Lions School in Gokulam
November 3, 2023Residents may hand over e-waste till Nov. 10 Mysore/Mysuru: Lions Club of Mysore West (LCMW) has been collecting electronic waste for recycling since last month. E-waste contains hazardous chemicals such as lead, mercury and cadmium which seep into the earth and contaminate both soil and underground water when landfilled, thus posing a risk to human…
Meraki: 3-day Annual Cultural and Literary Fest at I Can International School
November 3, 2023Multi-talented twin sisters Tara and Trisha enthral students Mysore/Mysuru: Meraki, the three-day Annual Cultural and Literary Festival was held at I Can International School in Mysuru recently. Organised, curated and conducted by School’s Student Council, it engaged students across all grades. Meraki is synonymous with the school’s sustainable, multicultural, student-led campus life. This year’s theme,…
Experts discuss breaking cultural, social biases
November 3, 2023Focus on multifaceted challenges women face at different life stages Mysore/Mysuru: The panel discussions shed light on the importance of breaking cultural and social biases that have hindered women in their professional journeys. They also stressed the significance of programming, problem-solving and negotiation skills for career advancement and fair compensation. Innovative ways for women to…
Three women from city die in Andhra Pradesh road accident
November 3, 2023Car driver sustains serious injuries Mysore/Mysuru: Three women from city were killed on the spot when the car in which they were returning from Tirupati reportedly met with an accident near Chittor in Andhra Pradesh yesterday. The deceased have been identified as Jayalakshmi, Sujatha and Vrunda, all residents of Ramakrishnanagar ‘I’ Block. Car driver Shivakumar,…
31st International Nirantara Kalemane Festival on Nov. 5
November 3, 2023Mysore/Mysuru: The 31st International Nirantara Kalemane Festival on the occasion of Kannada Rajyotsava is being held on Nov. 5 at Kalemane Sabhaangana, Vijayanagar 2nd Stage, by Kumar Performing Arts Centre (KPAC), Mysuru, at 3 pm. The performers of the evening are as follows: 1. Disciples of Guru Naatyakala Mayuri Uma Maheswari, Artistic Director of Aaradhya…
Vocal concert at heritage house of Mysore Vasudevacharya on Nov. 5
November 3, 2023Mysore/Mysuru: Dr. Vidya Raja, a versatile vocalist and musicologist from Bengaluru, will be presenting a vocal concert at the heritage house of Mysore Vasudevacharya in city, on Nov. 5 between 10 am and 12 noon. She will be accompanied by Vid. Arunachala Karthik on violin and Vidu. Ranjani S. Venkatesh on mridanga. The concert at…















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