Incident occurs near Mysore Palace Mysore/Mysuru: A woman was killed when a KSRTC bus collided with a scooter that was moving at its front near Kote Maramma Temple in the vicinity of Mysore Palace this morning. The woman was riding pillion and according to Police and eye-witnesses, she was not wearing helmet, despite carrying one…
Golden Throne disassembled at Palace; shifted to strong room
November 9, 2023Mysore/Mysuru: With the formal conclusion of the Dasara-2023 festivities, the precious gem-studded Golden Throne (Simhasana) at Mysore Palace was disassembled in the Durbar Hall yesterday and subsequently moved to the highly secure Palace strong room in the cellar. In addition to the Golden Throne, the silver Bhadrasana, previously housed at Kannadi Thotti, was also disassembled…
Security concerns arise as Mysore Palace electric fence has no power
October 29, 2023Mysore/Mysuru: Mysore Palace, a prominent tourist destination that draws visitors from around the world, is not immune to threats due to its unique status in Southern India. Given its significance, it has become a potential target for destructive activities, necessitating enhanced security measures. Ironically, the electric fence encircling the Palace, intended to provide security, has…
Palace records 1.17 lakh visitors during Dasara
October 27, 2023Mysore/Mysuru: A whopping 1.17 lakh tourists visited Mysore Palace in nine days during the recently concluded Dasara festival. On account of Sharannavarathri’s first day (Oct. 15) and on Ayudha Puja day (Oct. 23), entry to Palace was provided only from 2 pm onwards while the entry was totally restricted on Oct. 24 (Vijayadashami day). According…
Dasara Jumbos going back home
October 26, 2023Mysore/Mysuru: The elephants, an integral part of the Dasara celebrations, were given an emotional farewell from Mysore Palace today. Departing from Jayamarthanda Gate in trucks, the 14 jumbos started their journey back to their respective camps where they will resume their designated duties as directed by Forest Department, though their special festive diet will no…
CM unveils Dr. Marigowda’s statue at Curzon Park
October 26, 2023Mysore/Mysuru: Chief Minister Siddharamaiah unveiled the bronze statue of Dr. M.H. Marigowda, called as the ‘Father of Horticulture in India,’ installed at Curzon Park adjacent to Mysore Palace yesterday. Speaking on the occasion, CM said: “The achievements of Dr. Marigowda is an inspiration to all, as he was the brain behind the development of horticulture…
Yaduveer performs Ayudha Puja, keeps alive age-old tradition
October 25, 2023Mysore/Mysuru: The Titular Head of Erstwhile Mysore Royal Family Yaduveer Krishnadatta Chamaraja Wadiyar performed Ayudha Puja to the Pattada Kaththi (Royal Sword) and other weapons at Palace on Monday (Oct. 23), in keeping with the age old tradition. Like every year, Yaduveer performed puja at Kalyana Mantapa and Savari Thotti to Pattada Aane (Royal Elephant),…
Vajra Mushti Kalaga makes for a nail-biting watch
October 25, 2023Mysore/Mysuru: Vajra Mushti Kalaga, the form of wrestling that pre-dates to princely Mysore era, came alive with the fight between two pairs of wrestlers at Savari Thotti in the Palace premises yesterday. The nail-biting bout that is, for Vajra Mushti Kalaga spanning a history of 413 years (some say it is 414), without any break…
Pt. Rajeev Taranath’s Sarod concert soothes audience at Mysore Palace
October 22, 2023Mysore/Mysuru: Internationally renowned Sarod exponent Pandit Rajeev Taranath transcended music connoisseurs to a different world, with his soulful concert at Mysore Palace last evening. The 91-year-old Pt. Taranath strung the chords as the ardent music lovers swooned in adulation, with the illuminated Palace serving as a perfect backdrop. Pt. Taranath, who has a legion of…
Mix of art forms enthral music lovers at Palace
October 21, 2023Kavya-Kuncha-Gayana, Pancha Veena recital, dance feature keep audience hooked throughout the evening Mysore/Mysuru: Various art forms that form the fulcrum of glorious tradition enriched Dasara festival, at the cultural programmes organised by Dasara Cultural Sub-Committee at Mysore Palace premises last evening. ‘Kavya-Kuncha-Gayana’ by Mudigunda Krishnamurthy and troupe brought alive the great personalities like erstwhile Maharaja…
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