Mysore/Mysuru: The Raitha Dasara programme, part of the Dasara festival, provided insight into the lives of farmers and was held at J.K. Grounds in the heart of the city. Agriculture Minister N. Cheluvarayaswamy inaugurated the three-day event. Cheluvarayaswamy noted that the State is currently grappling with a severe drought, with 216 taluks already declared as…
Mysore/Mysuru: With crowds from across the State and the country flocking Mysuru for the famed Dasara event, the Dasara special buses and trains have started operations. The KSRTC and other State-run Transport corporations have together deployed an additional 2,000 special buses to meet the Dasara rush. The KSRTC Mysuru Division alone has pressed 300 more…
Kavya-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…
Mysore/Mysuru: Cycle Pure Agarbathi, the platinum sponsor of Mysuru Dasara, has gifted 50 mixer grinders to Mahouts and Kavadis, extending gratitude to the often-overlooked heroes of Dasara. This act not only enhances the festive spirit but also recognises the invaluable contribution of these Mahouts in ensuring that the elephants are an integral part of the…
Mysore/Mysuru: The daylong cow milking contest, organised as part of Dasara, kicked off at J.K. Grounds this morning. Over 40 cows from various parts of the state, including Bengaluru, Mysuru, Hassan, Mandya, and Chamarajanagar districts, are participating in this competition. The cows will be milked twice during the day, first at 6.30 am and then…
Mysore/Mysuru: The Department of Information and Public Relations stall at the Dasara Exhibition has garnered significant attention for its wide publicity of the five guarantees offered by the State Government. Chief Minister Siddharamaiah himself expressed his appreciation for the stall, which is also drawing interest from the general public. The CM commended the Department’s officials…
Mysore/Mysuru: Kannada rap songs, a fashion show, and a musical night by music directors duo Salim-Sulaiman set the stage on fire at Yuva Dasara held at Maharaja’s College grounds in the city last evening. Actor and rap singer Alok Babu, leading the ‘All Ok’ band, presented foot-tapping Kannada rap songs. However, what truly resonated with…
Mysore/Mysuru: In the 36-year history of the Mysuru Dasara Exhibition, a unique event featuring an exhibition of handloom weaving skills is set to take place on Monday, Oct. 23. This extraordinary 36-hour continuous exhibition of weaving skills will commence at 6 am on that day and conclude at 6 pm on Oct. 24. The event…
By Maya Sitaram The traditional Dasara being celebrated this year pays homage to the Wadiyar kings, who have played a pivotal role in many aspects of Mysore’s history, including the Dasara celebrations. Apart from Raja Wadiyar I, who initiated the Dasara celebrations in 1610, Krishna Raja Wadiyar III (Mummadi) and IV (Nalwadi) also deserve credit….
A breath-taking view of the illuminated Mysuru city along with the resplendent Mysore Palace clicked by Star of Mysore Photographer M.N. Lakshminarayana Yadav from atop Chamundi Hill last night. The colourfully lit royal city is attracting Dasara tourists and local residents in hordes to witness the illumination. The Gaali Mantapa or Watch Tower (ancient Stone…
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