Mysuru: Former Karnataka Sahitya Academy chairman and noted writer Aravinda Malagatti on Sunday called for greater recognition for pourakarmikas, stating that symbolic gestures like foot-washing ceremonies (pada puja) are not enough. Speaking at the inauguration of a painting exhibition on freedom fighters by artist UG Mohankumar Aradhya, Malagatti said pourakarmikas deserve recognition on par with…
Hassan: Forest minister Eshwar B Khandre on Sunday said that Veerashaiva Lingayat mutts have made remarkable contributions to the development of the state and the nation.The minister was addressing the gathering during the valedictory of a two-day workshop for Lingayat community members organised by Akhila Bharat Veerashaiva Mahasabha, Karnataka, and the Hassan district unit at…
Mysuru: The first batch of nine Dasara elephants, led by the majestic howdah elephant Abhimanyu, was accorded a grand welcome by district minister HC Mahadevappa at the Jayamarthanda Gate of Mysuru Palace on Sunday. To mark the occasion, the palace illumination began at 6.50pm— ten minutes earlier than the usual 7pm schedule—casting a golden glow…
Madikeri: The Codava National Council (CNC) organised a peaceful satyagraha in front of the DC office in Madikeri, demanding indigenous status for the Kodava tribe.The silent protest was organised as part of the International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples, observed annually on Aug 9.Adorning traditional attire, CNC members gathered in front of the DC…
Mysuru: Maternal deaths in Chamarajanagar district have declined in recent years, with 33 reported in the last five years. Earlier, anaemia and malnutrition among pregnant women were the major causes, but now most deaths are linked to pregnancy-related blood pressure and excessive bleeding during childbirth. Health experts say the decline in maternal deaths is attributed…
Mandya: A case of mistaken identity claimed the life of a man when armed assailants killed the wrong target late on Friday on a deserted stretch of Hemmanahalli Road in Maddur, Mandya district.The victim, Arun, 34, a native of Vaddarahalli village and a cab driver in Bengaluru, returned home for the Varamahalakshmi festival. According to…
Mysuru: A seed conservator from Hudoor in Ponnampet in Kodagu district, has preserved 57 desi rice varieties. BP Ravishankar, the conservator, said paddy cultivation is becoming increasingly expensive.With the arrival of commercial crops, traditional paddy varieties are being pushed to the margin. “The govt must provide necessary support to bring these desi rice varieties back…
Mysuru: Chief minister Siddaramaiah on Saturday laid the foundation stone for a new Congress office in Mysuru.The CM laid the foundation stone for the new Congress office, officially named Indira Congress Bhavana, at the site of the party’s existing office premises. He appealed to party workers to contribute towards the construction of the new office….
Hassan: A mentally challenged woman was allegedly gang-raped in Hassan a few days ago, and the incident has now come to light. The perpetrators recorded the heinous act and sent the video to the victim’s brother. Police secured three persons for allegedly being involved in the gang-rape.The girl was gang-raped when she was alone at…
Mysuru: A 21-year-old Rakshitha, the captive-born lioness in Mysuru Zoo, died of illness early on Saturday. She was the longest-living feline in captivity in the 133-year history of Mysuru zoo.Mysuru zoo announced her death with deep sorrow. She was a 21-year and 4-month-old lioness and died of age-related illness around 7am on Aug 9.Rakshitha, the…
