Mysore/Mysuru: Krishnaraja MLA T.S. Srivatsa has said: “Photos convey more than a news report, the reason which has made it an integral part of life.” MLA Srivatsa addressed a gathering of journalists and photographers after inaugurating World Photography Day celebrations organised by Mysore District Journalists Association (MDJA) at Pathrakartara Bhavan in the city this morning….
‘First check plastic to keep Mysuru clean’
August 19, 2023Meet on Swachh Survekshan-2023: Several suggestions, Corporators’ lack of interest, officers’ negligence pour in Mysore/Mysuru: Maintaining cleanliness should extend beyond special occasions and competitions. A dedicated panel must be formed to consistently monitor activities. The immediate priority should be the eradication of plastic. These were some of the suggestions put forward during a meeting of…
MGP stages flash protest against Civic Body’s inefficiency
August 19, 2023Mysore/Mysuru: At the outset of the meeting, members of the Mysore Grahakara Parishat (MGP) staged an impromptu protest, displaying placards that accused the MCC of failing to effectively regulate plastic usage. This unexpected protest caught other attendees off-guard. The protesters asserted that door-to-door garbage collection process is still not efficiently carried out. Additionally, MCC’s efforts…
Talk on the truth behind Manipur violence
August 19, 2023Speakers say Manipur-Myanmar border lacks proper patrolling leading to drug trade, infiltration Mysore/Mysuru: A thought-provoking discourse and discussion recently took place regarding Manipur, shedding light on the escalating political turmoil and violence that have engulfed this North Eastern State, thrusting it into the limelight. The concerns revolving around this ongoing crisis have resonated across India,…
Mahisha Dasara on Oct. 13
August 19, 2023Seminar on Mahisha in September first week Mysore/Mysuru: Former Mayor Purushotham, who is also the President of Mahisha Dasara Acharana Samiti has said that Mahisha Dasara will be celebrated atop Chamundi Hill on Oct.13. Addressing a press meet here recently, Purushotham said that in order to clear the wrong notion in the minds of public…
Mysuru among developing cities: Kris Gopalakrishnan
August 19, 2023Infosys co-founder says tier II and III cities can attract investments and transform into cosmopolitan hubs Mysore/Mysuru: In a recent media interview, Infosys co-founder Kris Gopalakrishnan highlighted the need for the Karnataka Government to focus on the development of cities beyond Bengaluru, particularly Mysuru and Hubballi-Dharwad, to attract more foreign investments. With such a move,…
Bangiya Samiti Mysuru President dies in Europe
August 19, 2023Mysore/Mysuru: Ashish Kumar Das (77), President of Bangiya Samiti, Mysuru and a resident of Gokulam here, passed away at Prague in Europe on Aug. 15. He was on a Europe tour along with his family members. He leaves behind his wife Rita Das, daughters Sulagna and Sunayana, sons-in-law, four grandchildren and a host of relatives…
Pandanda Cheethamma Block inaugurated at Kodagu Model School
August 19, 2023Mysore/Mysuru: Sri Kavery Kodava Association, Mysore East and Kodagu Model School had organised a function at the school premises in Vidyashanakar Nagar, here this morning to inaugurate the newly-constructed second floor named as ‘Pandanda Cheethamma Block’. Star of Mysore Founder-Editor K.B. Ganapathy, who is also the Special Advisor of the Association, delivered the inaugural speech…
‘My India My Pride’ drawing competition held at Mall of Mysore
August 19, 2023Mysore/Mysuru: Mall of Mysore conducted a drawing competition on Aug. 15 in celebration of India’s 76th Independence Day. The event, themed “My India My Pride,” attracted the artistic talents of 350 young participants aged 6-16, who showcased their creativity and love for the nation. The competition was divided into two categories, catering to children aged…
Artistes start applying for taking part in Dasara
August 19, 2023Mysore/Mysuru: With the world famous Dasara still two months away, artistes and art troupes from across the country have already started applying to take part in the Dasara cultural programmes. Though the Kannada and Culture Department has not invited applications thus far, artistes from across the State as well from other States have voluntarily started…















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