Mysore/Mysuru: Expressing concern over decreasing representation of Kannada at the national level, former JNU (Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi) faculty Dr. Purushotham Bilimale attributed globalisation, commercialisation and other factors for the decline. He was delivering a lecture on the topic ‘Kannada and Karnataka in the National Capital,’ organised by Mysuru District Journalists Association (MDJA), Kannada…
Mysore/Mysuru: A delegation of 22 scholars from Thai Universities, led by Dr. Jiyaruydh Sinthuphan from Chulalongkorn University, is currently at University of Mysore (UoM) for the Thailand-India Academic Exchange, organised by Institute of Asian Studies, Chulalongkorn University (IAS-CU), and National Research Council of Thailand (NRCT). The group represented disciplines such as Mass Communication, Economics, Literature,…
Miscreants make away with part of 50-gram gold chain Mysore/Mysuru: Chain-snatchers have made away with a part of a 50-gram gold chain of a woman, who had been to purchase milk in J.C. Nagar near the foot of Chamundi Hill here this morning. The woman, who lost about 12 grams of the 50-gram chain, is…
Nanjangud: An 18-year-old girl, who left her house on Aug. 5 at about 8 pm, has since gone missing. The missing girl is Gunaishwarya, daughter of Mahadevaiah of Haginavalu in the taluk. She is 5 ft. tall, oval faced, normal built and oily red complexioned. Those having any information about the missing girl may contact…
Mysore/Mysuru: “Sports serve as a crucial element in the personality development of children. Incorporating sports into education and academics is vital for fostering the holistic development of children,” stated Dr. Jim Lee, Co-Founder and Sports Expert of Australia’s StemFit. He expressed these views during the inauguration of the StemFit Award Ceremony held at Nypunya School…
Mysore/Mysuru: ‘Librarians Day‘ will be celebrated at the Department of Library and Information Science, University of Mysore, tomorrow (Aug. 9) at 11 am. Librarians Day is celebrated on the birth anniversary of Dr. S.R. Ranganathan who is known as the ‘Father of the Library Movement in India.’ It is an annual celebration that pays tribute…
Mysore/Mysuru: The 58th Annual Day celebrations of All India Institute of Speech and Hearing (AIISH) will be held tomorrow (Aug. 9) at 10.30 am at Seminar Hall Knowledge Park, AIISH campus. Dr. C.N. Manjunath, Director and Professor of Cardiology, Sri Jayadeva Institute of Cardiovascular Sciences and Research, Bengaluru, will be the chief guest. Shree Harsha,…
Police to take action against pre-wedding photoshoots in public places that cause traffic problems and public nuisance By Bapu Lingaraj Urs Mysuru city and its picturesque surroundings, featuring stunning landmarks, have become the top choice for couples seeking captivating backdrops for their pre-wedding shoots and even baby-bump shoots — photoshoot when one is pregnant. However,…
By U.B. Acharya The term ‘GRAND SLAM’ was originally used in the game of Contract Bridge. In this game if a declarer claims that he would win all the 13 tricks and achieves that goal, then it is a Grand Slam. Let me now explain in detail how this term came into vogue in tennis….
Sir, Some time ago, there was a write-up and photos highlighting the deplorable condition of three road humps between Millennium Circle (LIC Division Office) and JSS Dental College in the Mysuru-Bengaluru Highway. These road humps were found to be damaged, with large gaps and uneven surfaces due to indiscriminate chipping. Despite this being a critical…
MURDER: Woman axed to death in sleepApril 30, 2026
KRS Dam level dips by 8 ft. in 15 daysApril 30, 2026
Psychotropic drug sales: District narcotics p...April 30, 2026
Palace Sound & Light Show to get a high-t...April 30, 2026
Recent Comments