Mysore/Mysuru: “The Krishna Raja Sagar (KRS) Dam which is the most significant contributions of Sir M. Visvesvaraya (MV) is still very relevant and hence, India needs more Engineers like him,” opined former Vice-Chancellor of University of Mysore Prof. K.S. Rangappa. He was speaking after inaugurating a function organised at Institution of Engineers-India (IEI), Mysuru, on…
For KRS security during Dasara, 15 new metal detectors sought
August 25, 2022CCTV cameras, dome lights defunct; luggage scanner gathers dust By Vinay Karekura Srirangapatna: The KRS Dam is at the centre of livelihood in the districts of Mysuru, Mandya and Bengaluru and a major part of Tamil Nadu for several decades and is a lifeline, contributing to the region’s progress, prosperity and well-being. Despite this, the…
Boating service resumes at Ranganathittu
August 19, 2022Srirangapatna: The boating service for tourists and visitors at Ranganathittu, which was temporarily stopped following heavy discharge of water from KRS Dam to Cauvery River, resumed yesterday. Following heavy rains in Kodagu and Cauvery River catchment areas last month, there was heavy inflow of water to KRS Dam and the dam had reached its maximum…
Fish-rearing unit to come up at KRS Dam
August 18, 2022Fish meal centres across the State in the offing Bengaluru: Minister for Fisheries, Ports and Inland Transport S. Angara said that a comprehensive action plan has been prepared in collaboration with the Central Government’s ‘Matsya Sampada’ programme to promote inland fisheries in Karnataka. Speaking to reporters in Bengaluru yesterday, the Minister said that inland fisheries…
YAI Multi-Class Youth Sailing and Kiteboard Championship: Event concludes on a grand note at KRS Dam
August 14, 2022Srirangapatna: The Yachting Association of India (YAI) Multi-Class Youth Sailing and Kiteboard Championship concluded at the Krishna Raja Sagar (KRS) Dam last evening. The event was jointly conducted by the Mandya District Administration in association with the Madras Engineering Group (MEG) and Centre of the Indian Army and General Thimayya National Academy of Adventure (GETHNAA)….
YAI Multi Class Youth Sailing and Kiteboard Championship: Shivarajkumar calls to encourage rare sports
August 12, 2022Srirangapatna: The Yachting Association of India Multi Class Youth Sailing and Kiteboard Championship at the Krishna Raja Sagar (KRS) Dam entered the fourth day yesterday where over 120 youths are vying for various titles under many categories. The event will conclude on Aug. 13 (tomorrow) and is being jointly conducted by the Mandya District Administration…
Nearly two lakh cusecs water released from KRS Dam
August 8, 2022Ranganathittu partially submerged; Historic Wellesley Bridge on the verge of getting submerged Srirangapatna: Following heavy rains in Kodagu and other Cauvery River basin catchment areas since over a week, there is an increased inflow of water to KRS Dam and for the safety of the Dam, 1,00,719 cusecs of water was let out from the…
National Sailing, Kiteboard Championship: Youth vie for honours at KRS Dam backwaters
August 7, 2022Registrations begin; formal inauguration tomorrow Mysore/Mysuru: The Second Edition of the Yachting Association of India (YAI) Youth Multi-Class National Ranking Sailing and Kiteboard Championships began at the Krishna Raja Sagar (KRS) Dam near Srirangapatna this morning with registrations, boat measurements and other initial requirements for the event. This is the second sailing championship of national…
National Junior Ranking Sailing event concludes
August 5, 2022Mysore/Mysuru: The National Junior Ranking Sailing Championship held at the backwaters of Krishna Raja Sagar (KRS) Dam in Srirangapatna of Mandya district from July 29 concluded successfully yesterday and the prizes were distributed to the winners. The Royal Mysore Sailing Club (RMSC) organised the mega event in association with the National Federation – Yachting Association…
National Junior Ranking Sailing Championship: Lack of suitable wind at KRS Dam delays event
July 31, 2022Srirangapatna: After initial preparations, training sessions and registrations, the National Junior Ranking Sailing Championship began at the backwaters of Krishna Raja Sagar (KRS) Dam in Srirangapatna of Mandya district this morning. The Royal Mysore Sailing Club (RMSC) is organising the mega event in association with the National Federation – Yachting Association of India (YAI). It …
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