Mysore/Mysuru: With the Cabinet giving nod for the formation of Hootagalli CMC and four TPs, Chamundeshwari MLA G.T. Devegowda (GTD) said that Vijayanagar Third Stage, which comes under his constituency, will continue to be maintained by Mysuru City Corporation (MCC). In a clarification issued yesterday, Devegowda said that the residents of Vijayanagar Third Stage were…
‘Beyond Bengaluru’ initiative launched to build Innovation and Technology in Tier-II and III Cities
November 14, 2020Bengaluru: Focussed towards building innovation and technology ecosystem beyond Bengaluru City, the State Government has rolled out a new initiative “Beyond Bengaluru” at a time when ‘Work from Home’ or ‘Work from Anywhere’ has become normal due to COVID-19. Deputy Chief Minister Dr. C.N. Ashwathnarayan, also the Minister of Electronics, IT, BT and Science and…
Aprenticeship in Journalism for SC,STs; financial aid for Churches
November 14, 2020Mysore/Mysuru: Under the special STP plan, the Karnataka Media Academy has invited applications from Post-Graduate degree holders in Mass Communication and Journalism, belonging to SC/ST communities for a three month apprenticeship training. The admission is limited to 25 candidates from SC Community and 10 from ST Community. Admission will be based on academic merit and…
The Arnab Saga
November 14, 2020Three days ago, Arnab Goswami, the Editor-in-Chief of Republic TV walked out of jail. The telecast was theatrical with exhilarating music playing in the background as Arnab popped out of his car’s sunroof to deliver a freedom fighter style “Bharat Mata Ki Jai.” Many of my journalist friends were emotional, even those who detest Arnab’s…
For a Safe Deepavali
November 14, 2020By Shadan Muneer Houses adorned with diyas and lanterns, sparkling lights, dazzling outfits, mouth-watering delicacies, bonanza of gifts — what does all these revelries have in common? Yes, it is that time of the year again when everyone is looking forward to the most-awaited festival of lights — Deepavali. Apart from signifying the victory of…
SSUP portal: A clarification
November 14, 2020Sir, This refers to my letter titled “Aadhaar updates: Beware of overcharging by Computer Centres and Common Service Centres” in SOM dated Nov. 11. The links for mobile, email id and language updates have not yet been activated in the Self-Service Update Portal (SSUP) in the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) website. Hence, it…
New team of MDJA takes charge
November 14, 2020The outgoing President of Mysuru District Journalists Association (MDJA) C.K. Mahendra seen handing over documents related to the Association to the newly elected MDJA President S.T. Ravikumar (RK), Chief Reporter, Star of Mysore and Mysooru Mithra at the installation ceremony held at Pathrakartara Bhavan in city yesterday. Picture below shows the new team of office-bearers…
N. Subramanyam
November 14, 2020Theatre artiste N. Subramanyam (90) passed away in city yesterday. He leaves behind two sons including actor and theatre personality Mandya Ramesh, two daughters and a host of relatives and friends. Last rites were held yesterday at the foot of Chamundi Hill.
R.P. Veeraraghu
November 14, 2020R.P. Veeraraghu (82), Trustee of Sri Lakshmi Venkataramanaswamy Temple at Vontikoppal and a resident of Vidyaranyapuram, passed away on Nov. 12 at a private hospital in city following brief illness. He leaves behind four sons, one daughter and a host of relatives and friends. Last rites were performed on Nov. 12 at the foot of…
EVENTS TOMORROW – Nov. 15: Natana School of Theatre Arts
November 14, 2020Staging of play ‘Sayo Aata’ (Written by Da.Ra. Bendre and directed by Mandya Ramesh), Natana premises, Ramakrishnanagar, 6.30 pm.














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