Tag: Vikram Muthanna

Nothing to fear even if ED & CBI are here…
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Nothing to fear even if ED & CBI are here…

January 18, 2025

The Mysuru Lokayukta Police is due to submit its report regarding Chief Minister Siddaramaiah’s Mysuru Urban Development Authority (MUDA) site controversy to the High Court on Jan. 25.  Meanwhile, yesterday, the Enforcement Directorate (ED), investigating the CM and others, attached 142 immovable properties worth Rs. 300 crore under the provisions of the Prevention of Money…

The Name Game
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The Name Game

January 4, 2025

Every time we pray for a game-changing Government, we seem to end up with a name-changing one — more focused on swapping plaques than shaping policies.  When Congress holds power, renaming seems to revolve around the Gandhi family. Roads, airports, institutions and even national parks morph into tributes to the dynasty.  Karnataka’s Nagarahole National Park,…

S.M. Krishna’s gone. We need another… soon
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S.M. Krishna’s gone. We need another… soon

December 14, 2024

On Dec. 10, Karnataka lost a visionary leader, S.M. Krishna (Somanahalli Mallaiah Krishna). Some politicians leave behind more than policies; they leave an enduring legacy. Krishna was one of them — a leader who transcended caste and community, striving to make Karnataka a model State. Dubbed the ‘CEO Chief Minister,’ Krishna governed like a corporate…

Perils of Hero Worship
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Perils of Hero Worship

December 7, 2024

Three days ago, 39-year-old Revathi lost her life, and her nine-year-old son was critically injured in a stampede at a movie theatre. The chaos erupted as frenzied fans scrambled to catch a glimpse of Allu Arjun, the star of ‘Pushpa 2.’ This tragedy isn’t an isolated incident but a glaring symptom of India’s dangerous obsession…

Only Siddaramaiah can save Lalitha Mahal
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Only Siddaramaiah can save Lalitha Mahal

November 30, 2024

The Karnataka Cabinet has decided to invite private players for the repair, restoration and management of Lalitha Mahal Palace Hotel. A long-awaited decision, it raises hopes that this grand heritage structure may finally receive the care it deserves. Many Mysureans feared that by the time our Government finally decides to completely lease or restore Lalitha…

Radisson Blu Plaza celebrates 10th Season of Blu Fare Awards Nite
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Radisson Blu Plaza celebrates 10th Season of Blu Fare Awards Nite

October 30, 2024

Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel, Mysuru, marked a milestone in its illustrious journey with the grand celebration of its Annual Day, featuring the highly anticipated Blu Fare Awards Nite. Held at the hotel’s Banquet Room, Mehfil, the 10th Season of the event honoured the best of the team members across various categories, reflecting the exceptional dedication…

Be ‘Baby-worthy’ Nation First !
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Be ‘Baby-worthy’ Nation First !

October 26, 2024

Last week the Chief Ministers of Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu urged youngsters in their respective States to have more children. One said, have more than two, the other said have 16! But why? Vote bank. The remarks came after reports that the BJP-led Central government was planning to redraw Lok Sabha Constituencies based on…

Club Cultured?
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Club Cultured?

October 19, 2024

Once again, the Chairman of the so-called prestigious Mysore Race Club (MRC) has been forced to resign in the face of a coup by the Committee. This reminds us all that club culture has eroded and clubs are now like mini-Assembly Constituencies. One usually joins a club to pursue a passion or interest — be…

Heritage Circles or Hoardings ?
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Heritage Circles or Hoardings ?

October 5, 2024

This year’s Dasara illumination is mediocre but the Circles are worse. Mysuru has turned into ‘flexuru’, thanks to the Government’s decision to hand over key Circles to private players. What used to be iconic landmarks are now little more than giant hoardings. Interestingly, according to sources, most of these companies were not interested to take…

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