Mysore/Mysuru: Noted writer Devanuru Mahadeva has been selected for the ‘Pampa Award’ 2025-26 of Kannada and Culture Department, Government of Karnataka. Every year, the State Government selects eminent personalities who have rendered distinguished service in the field of literature and have made exceptional contribution to Kannada and Karnataka for the award, instituted in the name…
Dr. Ambedkar Theme Park at Yelwal soon: Minister
April 16, 2026Mysore/Mysuru: Social Welfare and District-in-charge Minister Dr. H.C. Mahadevappa said that a Theme Park dedicated to Dr. B.R. Ambedkar would be constructed at Yelwal. Presiding over a meeting of District-level Officers at ZP auditorium, the Minister said a 10-acre land had been identified for the Park or Museum and instructed the officials to prepare a…
‘Address possible water crisis in summer’
April 16, 2026Mysore/Mysuru: MLC Dr. Yathindra Siddaramaiah has instructed the officers to take precautions to tackle scarcity of drinking water that erupts during summer in Mysuru district. Addressing a meeting of officers held at Zilla Panchayat meeting hall here yesterday, Dr. Yathindra said, following the onset of summer, the chances of drinking water related issues cannot be…
Mysuru author longlisted for two literary honours
April 16, 2026IGF Archer Amish Award for Storytellers, S.L. Bhyrappa Prize for Indian Fiction Msyore/Mysuru: Mysuru-based author Dr. Arun Krishnan has been longlisted for two prestigious honours. The IGF Archer Amish Award for Storytellers and the S.L. Bhyrappa Prize for Indian Fiction. Dr. Arun Krishnan, who is also the Chairman and Managing Director of Mysore Polymers and…
‘Travel Tales and Close Encounters’ released
April 16, 2026Mysore/Mysuru: The anthology of personal essays ‘Travel Tales and Close Encounters,’ edited by Maithili Rao and Rinki Roy Bhattacharya, was released at Hotel Southern Star in city on Apr. 10. The event was organised by the Mysuru Book Clubs Charitable Trust and the book was released by Padma Shri awardee and retired Superintending Archaeological Chemist…
T.M. Krishna’s book launch in Mysuru on Apr. 19
April 16, 2026Mysore/Mysuru: The Mysuru launch of ‘We, The People of India: Decoding a Nation’s Symbols,’ the latest work by acclaimed musician, activist and author T.M. Krishna, has been organised at Jagannatha Centre for Art and Culture (JCAC) in Vijayanagar 1st Stage on Apr. 19 at 6.30 pm. The event is open to public. In this timely…
Photography, videography service to cost more
April 16, 2026Mysore/Mysuru: Following increase in the prices of photography and videography materials, Mysore District Photographers and Videographers Association has increased the cost of photography and videography services. Addressing a press meet in city this morning, Association President B. Vinay said that due to the war and other issues, the cost of printing paper, printing ink, cameras,…
Extension of special train services to ease rush
April 16, 2026Mysore/Mysuru: In view of the passenger rush during the summer season, South Central Railway has decided to extend the services of the following special trains: Train No. 07033 Kakinada Town-Mysuru Bi-weekly Special, which was earlier notified to run up to 13.4.2026, has now been extended to operate two additional trips on 17.4.2026 and 20.4.2026. In…
Fiesta 2K26 marks decennial fete of Christ College
April 16, 2026Mysore/Mysuru: ‘Fiesta 2K26’ cultural fest marked the decennial year celebration of Christ College in Srirampura recently. Rev. Fr. Jinto Jose, Principal, who welcomed, highlighted the institution’s vision and growth over the past decade. In his felicitation address, Rev. Fr. Dr Augustine, CMI, former President, St. Thomas Education Society, emphasised that such platforms are essential for…
New team of BAI Mysuru Centre installed
April 16, 2026Mysore/Mysuru: The new team of Builders’ Association of India (BAI), Mysuru Centre, for 2026-27 was installed at Mysore Builders Charitable Trust (MBCT) Auditorium in city on Apr. 4. V. Satya Murthy, National Vice-President, BAI, who was the Installing Officer, administered the oath to the new team. S. Ramakrishnan, Co-Founder & Director, HRPL Residence & Infrastructure…















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