Special talk by Dr. B.S. Shylaja, Visiting Scientist and former Director, Jawaharlal Nehru Planetarium, Bengaluru, on ‘Astronomy in temples – Architecture, art and time keeping,’ Lecture Hall 1 & 2, WCFA, No. 1011, CH20, Krishnaraja Boulevard, Chamaraja Mohalla, 5.30 pm.
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Ganapati Temple Anniversary
April 7, 2026As part of the 21st Anniversary Celebrations of Sri Annapoorneshwari and Balamuri Ganapati Temple, 2nd Main, Lakshmipuram, Mysuru, the following rituals will be held at the temple premises on May 5, coinciding with Sankashtahara Chaturti: 5 pm: Panchamruta Abhisheka; 6.30 pm: Maha Ganapati and Annapoorneshwari Homa; 8 pm: Purnahuti; 8.30 pm: Mahamangalarati followed by distribution…
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Appointed as Region Chairperson of Alliance District 268S
April 7, 2026Dr. B.S. Shivakumara, a retired Professor, has been appointed as Region Chairperson of the Alliance Clubs International District 268S for the allianistic year 2026-27 (from April 2026 to March 2027) by the Alliance District 268S District Governor. Previously, he had served as Zone Chairperson and District Chairperson in the same District.
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Free Cancer Detection Clinic
April 7, 2026A free Cancer Detection Clinic has been organised at Preethi Cancer Centre in Lakshmipuram on Apr. 9 from 10 am to 8 pm. For details, contact Ph: 0821-4259259.
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Workshop
April 7, 2026Sri Ravi Shankar Gurudev’s Art of Living will hold a workshop to achieve a stress-free, healthy, happy and peaceful life from Apr. 9 to 12 (6 am to 8.30 am, 11 am to 1.30 pm and 6 pm to 8.30 pm) at the Art of Living Ashram in Mysuru. It includes yoga, pranayama, meditation and…
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Rly. Pensioners monthly meeting
April 7, 2026The monthly meeting of Railway Pensioners Welfare Association will be held at its premises on Seshadri Iyer Road in city on Apr. 11 at 11.30 am. Association General Secretary G.S. Swaminathan will address the pensioners regarding the activities of the Association and also narrate the circulars issued recently. Association Working President R. Basavaraju will preside…
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LPG black marketing: Police can’t act alone, says Home Minister
April 6, 2026Mysore/Mysuru: State Home Minister Dr. G. Parameshwar said, the Police Department cannot take suo motu action against the alleged black marketing of LPG cylinders and can conduct raids only when the Food and Civil Supplies Department provides specific information about such activities. Speaking to press persons at the Government Guest House in Nazarbad here this…
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Anti-hoarding raids: 48 LPG cylinders seized
April 6, 2026Raids include unauthorised LPG filling units in Mysuru: Food Joint Director Mysore/Mysuru: The Department of Food and Civil Supplies has seized a total of 48 LPG cylinders during anti-hoarding drives conducted at various locations across Mysuru district, said Joint Director of the Department Manteswamy. Speaking to Star of Mysore this morning, he said the Department…
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End of a ride: City Volvo fleet retires
April 6, 2026KSRTC withdraws 33 buses after 15 years of service, sends for scrapping Mysore/Mysuru: The Volvo buses of KSRTC, fondly called the ‘Red Beauty’ by commuters and onlookers, have reached the end of their journey in Mysuru. KSRTC has now officially withdrawn all 33 Volvo buses after they crossed the 15-year age limit. Known for their…
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Going electric: 100 EV buses to replace Volvos by 2027
April 6, 2026Mysore/Mysuru: In place of the phased-out Volvo fleet, Mysuru city is set to welcome eco-friendly electric (EV) buses that promise a similar level of comfort and quality in public transport. KSRTC has requested 100 electric buses, which are expected to arrive early next year. The Union Government has already announced allocation of 750 air-conditioned electric…
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