But cases end in compromiseAccidents up… Cases enter Police records only when there are fatalities or serious injuries Mysuru: Is Mysuru slowly acquiring an unwanted tag of ‘City of Accidents’? Accidents have become a daily occurrence on the city roads, but only a small number of them enter into Police records. Many cases are settled between the parties involved... The post But cases end in compromise appeared first on Star
Was this road laid just 15 days ago?Crater-like pothole surfaces on newly laid road connecting Gayathripuram to Mahadevapura Mysuru: Barely 15 days after it was asphalted, a newly laid road connecting Gayathripuram to Mahadevapura has developed a large crater-like pothole, raising questions over the quality of the work. The one-kilometre stretch, coming under Ward No. 30 of Mysuru City Corporation (MCC) Zone-9,... The post Was this
Two riders killedSerial accident near T. Narasipur Toll Plaza Mysuru: Two bike riders were killed on the spot in a serial accident between a car, bike and an autorickshaw near T. Narasipur Toll Plaza on Mysuru-Kollegal Road yesterday night. The deceased have been identified as Jayashankar (29) of Doddinduvadi village in Kollegal taluk of Chamarajanagar and Appu... The post Two riders killed appeared first on Star
146-km of city roads to glowMysuru Dasara Mahotsava 2026 Rs. 13.77 crore budget this year; 2,60,920 units of power to be used Mysuru: Mysuru is gearing up for the Dasara illumination, with the Chamundeshwari Electricity Supply Corporation (CESC) planning new designs and thematic displays across the city this year. Acting on the directions of Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar (DKS), CESC... The post 146-km of city roads to glow
Bomb threatSacked beedi company employee arrested Mysuru: The Devaraja Police have arrested a 65-year-old former employee of Mangalore Ganesh Beedi Works for allegedly making a hoax bomb threat call to the company’s office on Hunsur Road in DevarajaMohalla. The incident took place on Sept. 17, when the office landline received an anonymous call. The caller threatened... The post Bomb threat appeared first on
Avadhoota Datta Peetham4k Projection Mapping on 45-ft tall Karya Siddhi Hanuman statue, Sri Ganapathy Sachchidananda (SGS) Ashram, Dattanagar, Nanjangud Road, (3 Shows) 7.10 pm, 7.40 pm and 8.10 pm. The post Avadhoota Datta Peetham appeared first on Star of Mysore .
Mysore Vasudevacharya’s disciples to visit his house on SundayMysuru: PGL Samsmarana Vedike has organised two music concerts on the occasion of 90th birthday of the Guru Karnataka Kalashree P.G. Lakshminarayana at Veene Seshanna Bhavana, Ganabharathi, Adichunchanagiri Road, Kuvempunagar, tomorrow (Oct. 4). The programme starts at 4.30 pm with Karnatak vocal music concert by Vidu. L. Archana. She will be accompanied by Vidu. C.V.... The post PGL Memorial Musi
Curb this nuisance of big school busesSir, I wish to draw the urgent attention of the Mysuru City Traffic Police and the Mysuru City Corporation (MCC) to the alarming traffic situation within inner residential layouts, particularly in Krishnamurthypuram. To ensure pedestrian safety and protect basic civil infrastructure, heavy transport vehicles are expected to stay on main arterial roads. However, of late,... The post Curb this nuisa
Tour company cheats woman of Rs. 3.15 lakhMysuru: A woman, who had booked a tour package after seeing an advertisement on social media has been allegedly cheated of Rs. 3.15 lakh by the tour company. The woman is Shobha (name changed), a resident of Ashoka Road in city. On May 12, when Shobha was browsing her Instagram page, she came across an... The post Tour company cheats woman of Rs. 3.15 lakh appeared first on Star of Mysore .
Nuliya Chandaiah Jayanti celebrationsThe District Administration, Kannada & Culture Department, Mysuru City Corporation (MCC) and Nuliya Chandaiah Jayantotsava Samiti have jointly organised Nuliya Chandaiah Jayanti celebrations at Mini Theatre in Kalamandira premises on Oct. 4 at 11.30 am. District Minister Dr. Yathindra Siddaramaiah will inaugurate the event. Chamaraja MLA K. Harishgowda will preside over the programme. Retd. Profes
MCC Commissioner on Ring Road roundsMysuru: The Mysuru City Corporation (MCC), in coordination with neighbouring Urban Local Bodies (ULBs) and National Highways Authority of India (NHAI), will undertake a mass cleaning drive along the 42.5-km Outer Ring Road tomorrow (Oct. 1). The drive is being held as part of the Central Government’s ‘Swachhata Hi Seva’ campaign under the theme ‘Ek... The post MCC Commissioner on Ring Road rounds
Demolition of illegal houses: MCC clarifiesMysuru: The Mysuru City Corporation (MCC) has issued a clarification with regard to demolition of alleged illegal houses at Gayathripuram yesterday. In her clarification, MCC Commissioner M.K. Savitha said that the MCC had no role in the demolition as it was carried out by Karnataka Rural Infrastructure Development Limited (KRIDL). Savitha also mentioned that MCC... The post Demolition of illegal
Entertainment for elder citizensThe Elder Citizens Council, as part of its monthly series of programmes of interest to senior citizens, is organising a musical programme of film songs of yesteryears sung by P.B. Srinivas at Saraswathi Samudaya Bhavan, Elder Citizen’s Council, Jayalakshmipuram, on Oct. 5 at 5 pm. ‘Gananandana Karaoke Club’ from Mysuru will perform. Council President Dr.... The post Entertainment for elder citizen
Aahaara Mela vendors oppose lottery systemVendors cry foul over ‘unfair’ lottery system; allege experience ignored Mysuru: Food stall vendors staged a flash protest in front of the Mysuru City Corporation (MCC) Office yesterday, opposing the lottery system and alleging discrimination in stall selection for the Dasara Aahaara Mela (food festival). The selection process, organised by the Dasara Aahaara Mela... The post Aahaara Mela vendors
Vijayanagar MUDA Ground, a haven for boozersMysuru: The sports ground constructed by Mysuru Development Authority (MDA), earlier Mysuru Urban Development Authority (MUDA), on Kannada Sahitya Parishat Road at Vijayanagar 1st Stage to conduct sporting activities has become a haven for illegal activities. While sporting activities take place during day, the ground becomes a place for boozers during dark. Residents of... The post Vijayanagar MU
Ration card e-KYC: Heavy rush at city Aadhaar CentreHeavy crowds were seen at the Aadhaar Service Centre in Mysuru as ration card holders rushed to complete the mandatory e-KYC process for their cards by September 30, with lines forming early in the morning.
BJP’s stir against Minister B. Nagendra continuesMysuru: The BJP’s indefinite protest demanding the resignation of Minister B. Nagendra continued for the third consecutive day today. BJP leaders and workers have been staging the protest on CAVA College Road near the Deputy Commissioner’s office in Siddarthanagar since Monday, seeking the resignation or ouster of Minister B. Nagendra, who was jailed in connection... The post BJP’s stir against Mi
Birth, death certificates to reach homes through postMCC to tie up with India Post in a doorstep, citizen-friendly initiative Mysuru: In a bid to simplify civic services and take them to the doorstep of citizens, the Mysuru City Corporation (MCC) has decided to introduce a new scheme under which birth and death certificates will be delivered directly to applicants’ homes in collaboration... The post Birth, death certificates to reach homes through p
KSRTC’s new ‘AWATAR’Booking and cancellation of tickets now just a scan away Mysuru: Upgrading its passenger-friendly approach, the Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC) has launched Advanced Web and Android Ticketing and Reservation (AWATAR) 2.0, which enables passengers to reserve or cancel tickets with a single scan of the QR code. KSRTC has provided QR Codes on... The post KSRTC’s new ‘AWATAR’ appear
Three killed as car rams bike in HanurMysuru: A 50-year-old two-wheeler rider was killed on the spot when a tipper vehicle reportedly hit his electric scooter near Maharana Prathap Singh Circle on Lalitha Mahal Road early this morning. The deceased has been identified as Manjunath Singh, a resident of Kalyangiri, who was running a provision and vegetable shop in the locality. At... The post Rider killed as tipper hits scooter appeared
Green activists remove nails, lights from treesMysuru: Green activists, who had urged authorities to ensure that Dasara illumination is fixed to trees without using nails, clamps or iron pegs, have begun removing the nails hammered into tree trunks and branches. Since Tuesday, the activists removed nails from trees along Lalitha Mahal Road and took down LED serial lights fixed to the... The post Green activists remove nails, lights from trees
CESC staff leave pruned tree branches on roadsSir, Every few months, Chamundeshwari Electricity Supply Corporation’s (CESC) green- uniformed staff go around Mysuru pruning tree branches that intrude into overhead electricity lines, a necessary exercise given the safety risks posed by overgrown branches to power cables. On Sept. 9, this pruning drive was carried out on New Kantharaj Urs Road, Kuvempunagar. What is... The post CESC staff leave
India Skills-2026 Competition: Apply before Sept. 15Applications have been invited for India Skills-2026 Competition, organised by the Karnataka Skill Development Corporation (KSDC), under the Department of Skill Development, Entrepreneurship and Livelihood (SDEL). Those in the age group of 16 to 25 are eligible to take part in over 63 diverse skill categories of the competition to be held in State, Zonal... The post India Skills-2026 Competition:
N. Chandrashekar takes charge as CESC MDMysuru: IAS Officer N. Chandrashekar took charge as the new Managing Director (MD) of CESC (Chamundeshwari Electricity Supply Corporation) at the CESC Corporate Office located in Vijayanagar 2nd Stage here yesterday evening. Chandrashekar, a 2017 batch IAS officer, replaces M.S. Archana, who has been transferred without posting. He was warmly greeted by CESC Director (Technical)... The post N. Cha
3-day Holy Relics Expo at St. Theresa’s Church from tomorrowMysuru: Mysuru is set to host a unique exhibition celebrating centuries of history, human values and inspirational lives through the Holy Relics Expo-2026 at St. Theresa’s Church on Manandavadi Road, Ashokapuram, Mysuru South, from Sept. 12 to 14. The expo will remain open to visitors from 7 am to 7 pm on all three days.... The post 3-day Holy Relics Expo at St. Theresa’s Church from tomorrow appe
Hostel admissionDivya Jyothi Charitable Trust, Mysuru, has invited applications from eligible girl students belonging to Backward Classes for admission to post-matric girl students hostel run by the Trust. The last date for applying is Sept. 30. For details, visit the Trust Office at No. 2, 12th Cross, 8th Main Road, Dattagalli 3rd Stage or contact Mob:... The post Hostel admission appeared first on Star of Mysor
‘Do not panic over SIR notices’Mysuru: Former Corporator and former Opposition Leader in the Mysuru City Corporation K.C. Shoukath Pasha has appealed to voters not to panic if they receive notices issued by the State Election Commission as part of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise. In a press statement, Shoukath Pasha advised voters who receive such notices to appear... The post ‘Do not panic over SIR notices’ appea
Rs. 43,214 crore investments approved in 100 days: CMGlobal technology centres at Mysuru, Mangaluru, Kalaburagi, Belagavi and Hubballi-Dharwad Bengaluru: Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar has unveiled an ambitious roadmap to build a “Strong Karnataka”, with a focus on health, education, water security, investment, employment, regional balance, social justice and capital investment. Speaking at the “Drudha Karnatakada Sankalpa: Shathakada Patha – Pragat
Award for city writerMysuru: City-based writer N.R. Roopashree has won ‘Kodagina Gouramma’ book award for her work “Kaalaya Tasmai Namaha’ by securing the third place in the annual Kodagina Gouramma Endowment Prize contest-2026. Roopashree has eight works to her credit and Doordarshan Chandana has broadcast her interview live in its ‘Shubhodaya Karnataka’ programme. She has bagged many awards... The post Award for cit