Mysuru: Noted novelist and Saraswathi Samman awardee Dr. S.L. Bhyrappa (94) passed away at a private hospital in Bengaluru this afternoon. He was ailing from sometime. Born on Aug. 20, 1931, at Santheshivara in Hassan, Dr. Bhyrappa was a resident of Udayaravi Road in Kuvempunagar, Mysuru.
Fake accidents targeting senior citizens Mysuru: In a shocking incident that occurred on Kalidasa Road last month, a senior citizen and reputed ophthalmologist, Dr. Srinivasan, was targeted by a youth in a meticulously staged fake accident scam on a busy road. The incident was narrated to Star of Mysore by his friend K. Yoganand, a…
Mysuru: The second day of the 4-day Mahila Mattu Makkala Dasara (Women and Children Dasara) began with a ragi grinding competition for women at J.K. Grounds, near the City Railway Station, this morning. A total of 31 women from different parts of the State participated, each given 10 minutes to grind ragi grains (finger millet)…
Mysuru: In view of some organisations planning to celebrate Mahisha Dasara today (Sept. 24), City Police Commissioner Seema Latkar has imposed prohibitory orders within a 200-metre radius of the Mahishasura Statue atop Chamundi Hill. As part of the security measures, the Mahishasura Statue has been covered from all sides to prevent gatherings or demonstrations. The…
Mysuru: To manage the heavy passenger rush during the ongoing Dasara festival, South Western Railway (SWR) will operate a total of 51 special trains. Announcing this at a press meet at the City Railway Station this morning, Girish Dharmaraj Kalagonda, SWR Divisional Commercial Manager and Public Relations Officer, Mysuru, said the 51 special services comprise…
Mysuru: With a spread of lip-smacking delicacies, Dasara Food Mela at Maharaja’s College Grounds in the city is turning out be a major crowd-puller. From vegetarian to non-vegetarian dishes, refreshments and juices, indigenous recipes, the menu offers a mix of food items, offering the distinct tastes of old Mysuru region, coastal, Malnad and border districts…
Mysuru: The much-awaited Yuva Dasara got off to flying start with the home-grown artiste Arjun Janya setting the stage on fire through his compositions forcing the young crowd to tap their foots for some breathtaking music at the sprawling 100-acre land near Uttanahalli located on the outskirts of city here yesterday. Accompanied by singers…
Mahout Family unveils life-size ‘Snow Ambari’ at GRS Snow Park Mysuru: Mysuru’s Dasara festivities introduced a new highlight this year as GRS Snow Park unveiled a life-size ‘Snow Ambari’ on Sept. 20. The unveiling was performed by Dasara Mahouts and their family members. The ‘Snow Ambari’ sculpture will be on display at the GRS Snow…
Mysuru: One of the major attractions of the Dasara festivities, the 90-day Dasara Exhibition, was inaugurated on Sept. 22 by Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, who also unveiled a dedicated pavilion named after him. The CM’s pavilion, constructed at a cost of Rs. 10 crore, houses 153 commercial stalls and is uniquely designed in the architectural style…
Mysuru :This year’s Dasara Exhibition features a showcase of India’s defence equipment and space technology, attracting significant public interest. Under the guidance of Karnataka Exhibition Authority Chairman Ayub Khan, the venue has undergone major upgrades, offering a refreshed experience with several new additions compared to previous years. In a notable development, Indian Armed Forces were…
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