By M.T. Yogesh Kumar The Mathigodu Elephant Camp, situated a short distance away from the Anechowkur Gate at the entry of Kodagu district from Mysuru, has transformed into a tourist attraction and is set to welcome visitors soon. Among its notable residents are the Dasara Howdah Elephant and the fearless tusker, Abhimanyu. Passersby along the…
Arty and Crafty
March 11, 2024By M.T. Yogesh Kumar Young and emerging artists thrive in the cultural legacy of Mysuru, following the footsteps of seasoned practitioners and attaining success across diverse artistic domains. Hailing from Hinkal, L. Basavaraju is a promising figure among the new generation of artists. Having earned a Master of Fine Arts (MFA) degree from the prestigious…
Amidst deficit rainfall, dry spell: Bandipur wildlife finds hope in solar borewells, Mangala Dam
February 28, 2024By M.T. Yogesh Kumar In the light of a rainfall deficit and persistent drought conditions, ponds, lakes and other small water bodies within the Bandipur Tiger Reserve are experiencing a notable decline in water levels, adversely affecting the resident wildlife. To address this pressing issue, authorities have activated 57 solar borewells and water is being…
Camera trap wildlife census begins in Bandipur Reserve
February 20, 2024Camera traps used in 612 points in 1,036 sq.km area; survey of 305 points completed By M.T. Yogesh Kumar The Forest Department has completed the initial phase of the internal wildlife census, utilising camera traps at 305 designated locations within the Bandipur Tiger Reserve. Although the National Tiger Census occurs every four years, camera trap…
Liquor bonanza Mysuru’s New Year toasts rake in nearly Rs. 15 crore
January 1, 2024Koorgalli depot sold liquor worth Rs. 2.84 crore on a single day, Hebbal depot sold Rs. 2 crore; people crowd MSIL outlets By M.T. Yogesh Kumar Mysore/Mysuru: In Mysuru district, a staggering Rs. 12 crore to Rs. 15 crore worth of liquor was sold in a single day yesterday, creating substantial economic boost in the…
Staff geared up to save Bandipur’s biodiversity in forest fire months
December 18, 2023Summer challenges to be met with advanced fire prevention tactics, additional fire lines By M.T. Yogesh Kumar Mysore/Mysuru: Amidst the scorching heat and a dearth of rainfall in the forested areas, the Forest Department is gearing up to safeguard valuable resources from the perils of summer by proposing the construction of an additional 100 kilometres…
Heroic Arjuna not hit by bullet, clarifies Vet
December 9, 2023‘Elephant Prashantha was darted by accident as wild tusker charged at Arjuna’ By M.T. Yogesh Kumar Mysore/Mysuru: Amidst the controversy surrounding the demise of Dasara elephant Arjuna and facing criticism from Mahouts, Kavadis and wildlife activists for the perceived mishandling of the operation, including the firing of the tranquilliser dart, Nagarahole Tiger Reserve Veterinarian Dr….
A TRIBUTE – From mighty power to grace: Arjuna’s legacy of grandeur
December 5, 2023By M.T. Yogesh Kumar Arjuna, the Golden Howdah Elephant from 2012 to 2015 and from 2017 to 2019, had a distinguished career before retiring at the age of 60. Captured in 1968 from the Kakanakote Forest in the Western Ghats, Arjuna was sheltered at Nagarahole National Park’s Balle Elephant Camp. For over 24 years, Arjuna…
Are tigers extending their territory?
December 4, 2023‘Villagers, Forest staff did not believe when we said we saw a tiger’ By M.T. Yogesh Kumar Mysore/Mysuru: “I had seen a tiger sitting by the roadside 15 days ago, but the Forest staff and villagers did not believe me. I saved my husband by banging the plate and scaring the tiger away. I was…
No light at the end of tunnel for potters of Doora village
November 12, 2023Dimming prospects as clay lamps lose shine By M.T. Yogesh Kumar Deepavali festival, which is synonymous with lamps, is incomplete without clay-made lamps crafted from the deft hands of potters at Doora village in Mysuru taluk. However, like every other traditional occupation that is on the brink of uncertainty with the challenges posed by modern…
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