By 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…
Watermelon, cucumber prices soar as summer boosts demand
February 27, 2024Mysore/Mysuru: Scorching heat has peaked in February with temperatures hovering around 34 to 35 degrees Celsius and the prolonged dry weather and soaring mercury levels have unmistakably signalled the arrival of summer. Staying healthy amid such hot conditions requires extra care, with the paramount importance being to keep oneself adequately hydrated. Since February 1, the…
Mysuru reels under summer heat
February 25, 2024After peaking up to 35 degrees Celsius last Sunday, maximum temperature reduces to 33 degrees Celsius on Feb. 24 Mysore/Mysuru: Even before the onset of summer in March, the soaring temperature levels in the past few days in the State have been a cause for worry, especially for people who are already reeling under the…
‘2,876-km fireline in Bandipur to check forest fire during summer’
February 5, 2024Mysore/Mysuru: Director of Bandipur Tiger Reserve Dr. P. Ramesh Kumar has said “Precautions are being taken to protect forest resources in summer by taking up round the clock surveillance measures.” With summer approaching, there is a rise in sweltering heat during the day. With zero cases of forest fires reported in summer at Bandipur forest…
Help animals and birds quench their thirst: Raghu Kautilya
March 21, 2023Mysore/Mysuru: “With the temperature in city soaring day by day, a small effort must be made by the general public and make sure that no animal or bird is left thirsty during the summer season. Place a bowl of water in front of the houses or on the terrace,” appealed Mysore Paints and Varnish Limited…
Enough water in KRS Dam for summer months
March 6, 2023Dam engineers allay fears of water scarcity; storage level of 58 percent is sufficient Mysore/Mysuru: The water level at Krishna Raja Sagar (KRS) Dam is sufficient to meet the anticipated water requirements of the people in Mysuru, Mandya and Bengaluru regions during the summer months. Speaking to Star of Mysore, KRS Dam Superintending Engineer (SE)…
Tulsi-sugarcane concoction a great hit in hot summer
March 4, 2023By M.T. Yogesh Kumar Post COVID-19 pandemic, awareness over health and health tips has gained traction. With unpredictable weather catching people off guard, the focus is back on ingenious ways of keeping good health and there is no dearth of takers. This has set a new trend with many revisiting their old culinary skills only…
Watermelons sell like hot cakes
March 2, 2023‘Beat the Heat’ with summer fruit; Spurt in demand as temperature rises; Many vendors with 10 tonnes of juicy fruit run out of stocks in a fortnight Mysore/Mysuru: The scorching summer seems to be more humid in city this year. The spell of dry weather and soaring mercury levels has signalled the arrival of summer….
How Can You Get More Invested in Sports this Summer?
June 29, 2022The summertime is one of the best times that you can get invested in some sports as you follow different games throughout the season and become lost in the passion of the competition. Of course, sometimes merely watching the sport doesn’t feel like enough. You want to do more that can have you feel like…
Mysuru sizzles in summer heat; hotter days ahead
April 24, 2022No respite in the offing; temperature to hit 37 degrees Celsius on Apr. 27 Mysore/Mysuru: Day-by-day, the city is reeling under intense heat due to soaring temperature and the residents have to brace up for hotter days till the next continuous pre-monsoon showers. Though Mysuru receives occasional showers with heavy intensity accompanied by thunder and…
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