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Youth on cycling mission to fight single-use plastic
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Youth on cycling mission to fight single-use plastic

September 14, 2023

32-year-old Brijesh Sharma arrives in Mysuru after pedalling 38,000 kms, meets Yaduveer Mysore/Mysuru: Cyclist Brijesh (Brajesh) Sharma of Gujarat who is campaigning for ‘Single Use Plastic Free India’ has arrived in the Cultural Capital Mysuru and will be creating awareness here for a month. A native of Morena, Madhya Pradesh, 32-year-old Sharma,  who embarked on…

Beautification of Circles, kerbs, footpaths to begin next week 
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Beautification of Circles, kerbs, footpaths to begin next week 

September 12, 2023

Mayor, Commissioner on inspection rounds Mysore/Mysuru: Putting to rest their differences over the cancellation of the last Council Meeting of Mysuru City Corporation (MCC) where the Mayor accused the Commissioner of exceeding his powers and allegedly violating the law, both of them were spotted together this morning on the roads around Mysore Palace, discussing Dasara…

Dasara Elephants accorded traditional welcome at Palace
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Dasara Elephants accorded traditional welcome at Palace

September 5, 2023

Mysore/Mysuru: The eight Dasara elephants, led by Abhimanyu, who will carry the 750-kg Golden Howdah, received a traditional welcome at the Mysore Palace this noon. They made an entry into the Palace at Abhijin Lagna between 12.01 pm and 12.51 pm.  Accompanying Abhimanyu were seven other elephants: Dhananjaya, Gopi, Kanjan, Vijaya, Bheema, Varalakshmi and Mahendra….

Dasara elephants to be welcomed at Mysore Palace tomorrow
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Dasara elephants to be welcomed at Mysore Palace tomorrow

September 4, 2023

Mysore/Mysuru: Having arrived in the city from Veeranahosahalli in Hunsur taluk on Sept. 1, the first batch of nine Dasara elephants will arrive in the Mysore Palace tomorrow (Sept. 5) to a traditional welcome. After their arrival in the city, the Dasara elephants are housed in Aranya Bhavan at Ashokapuram. The elephants will begin their…

G-20 summit delegates visit Mysore Palace
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G-20 summit delegates visit Mysore Palace

September 1, 2023

Mysore/Mysuru: Delegates from different countries, who have arrived in India to take part in next week’s G-20 summit at New Delhi, visited Mysore Palace yesterday. They were warmly welcomed  by Palace Board Deputy Director T.S. Subramanya. The Palace Guides took them around and explained about the Palace’s historical significance, heritage,  splendour  and architectural grandeur. The…

Cracks mar stained glass domes of Mysore Palace
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Cracks mar stained glass domes of Mysore Palace

August 31, 2023

By Bapu Lingaraj Urs Mysore/Mysuru: The iconic Mysore Palace, an embodiment of historical grandeur and architectural marvel, faces a new challenge as cracks have appeared in the peacock-shaped stained glass domes atop its Durbar Hall and Kalyana Mantapa. Rainwater seepage is causing damage to the Palace, cherished for its distinctive Indo-Saracenic style, which beautifully blends…

Preparations at Palace to house Dasara elephants
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Preparations at Palace to house Dasara elephants

August 22, 2023

Works on elephant shelters, sheds for Mahouts and Kavadis, permanent toilets underway Mysore/Mysuru: Preparations are in full swing at the Mysore Palace premises ahead of the arrival of the Dasara elephants. The jumbos will camp here for approximately two months, undergoing training and consuming nutritious food, till the grand Jumboo Savari. Dasara festival will be…

Touts divert tourists from Palace to shopping areas
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Touts divert tourists from Palace to shopping areas

August 21, 2023

Provide misleading information to visitors that Mysore Palace is closed for rituals Mysore/Mysuru: The illustrious Mysore Palace, renowned for its Indo-Saracenic grandeur and rich history, confronts a formidable challenge from a set of people. This network disseminates false information, ensnaring inquisitive tourists and marring  their experiences. With an annual influx of approximately 3.5 million tourists,…

Lights, Camera, Action… …but beware of Police reaction
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Lights, Camera, Action… …but beware of Police reaction

August 8, 2023

Police to take action against pre-wedding photoshoots in public places that cause traffic problems and public nuisance By Bapu Lingaraj Urs Mysuru city and its picturesque surroundings, featuring stunning landmarks, have become the top choice for couples seeking captivating backdrops for their pre-wedding shoots and even baby-bump shoots — photoshoot when one  is pregnant. However,…

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