Water only for drinking and not irrigation for now as KRS levels stay low: Ramalinga Reddy
The available water will be sufficient to meet drinking water needs in Mysuru, Mandya and Chamarajanagar districts for the next three to four months, the Minister said
No scaling down Mysuru Dasara, says D.K. Shivakumar
An executive committee will be constituted shortly to oversee the arrangements, and the govt. will also approach the Centre for permission to organise an air show as part of the festivities
MCC begins drive against footpath encroachments in Mysuru
Mysuru Dasara 2026 from October 11, Jumbo Savari on October 21
Bengaluru : The Karnataka government has kick-started preparations for the world-famous Mysuru Dasara 2026, with Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar chairing a high-level preparatory meeting at Vidhana Soudha on Friday. The meeting finalised the schedule for the 10-day state festival, with the inauguration set for October 11 at 11.50 am atop Chamundi Hill and the grand Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Shivamogga Yodhas Tame Mysore Warriors By Seven Wickets To Book Qualifier 2 Berth
Maharaja Trophy KSCA T20: Shivamogga Yodhas stormed into Qualifier 2 of the Maharaja Trophy KSCA T20 with a swift seven-wicket victory over Mysuru Warriors in the Eliminator at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium on Friday. Having restricted the Yodhas to 161/9 the Yodhas chased down the target with 23 balls to spare courtesy of half-centuries from Luvnith Sisodia and Tushar Singh. The victory also avenged their 66-all out defeat to the Warriors in the final league-stage fixture two days earlier. Asked to bat first, the Warriors endured a difficult start as Abhilash Shetty (3-14) and Naveen MG (3-53) dismantled the top order to leave the Warriors reeling at 66/6 in the 13th over. Madhav Bajaj and captain Vyshak Vijayakumar briefly revived the innings with a 39-run partnership for the eighth wicket before both fell in the space of seven balls. Coming in at No. 10, Abhishek Prabhakar then launched a sensational late assault, smashing an unbeaten 36 off just 10 deliveries, including five sixes and a four. Prabhakar plundered 28 runs in the final over of the innings. Alongside Lavish Kaushal, he added an unbroken 40 runs for the final wicket to post a competitive score. In reply, Luvnith Sisodia and Tushar Singh put the Yodhas firmly in control with a 95-run opening partnership in just 9.5 overs. Sisodia struck 56 off 35 balls, laced with seven fours and two sixes, while Tushar made 53 off 39 deliveries, including two fours and three sixes. Madhav Bajaj and captain Vyshak Vijayakumar briefly revived the innings with a 39-run partnership for the eighth wicket before both fell in the space of seven balls. Coming in at No. 10, Abhishek Prabhakar then launched a sensational late assault, smashing an unbeaten 36 off just 10 deliveries, including five sixes and a four. Prabhakar plundered 28 runs in the final over of the innings. Alongside Lavish Kaushal, he added an unbroken 40 runs for the final wicket to post a competitive score. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Later in the evening, the Bengaluru Blaster take on the Coastal Kings Mangaluru. The winner will advance to the final while, the loser will face the Yodhas tomorrow in Qualifier 2. The innings also saw Sisodia reclaim the Orange Cap, taking his tally to 374 runs in the tournament. Article Source: IANS
Women's Maharani Trophy: Prathyusha Challuru Fetches Top Bid Of Rs 4.5 Lakh In Auction
Kalyani Bengaluru Blasters: India all-rounder Prathyusha Challuru emerged as the most expensive buy in the auction for the women's section of the Maharani Trophy by fetching a top bid of Rs 4.5 lakh from Kalyani Bengaluru Blasters. On Thursday, the four franchises spent heavily to get their desired players and complete their teams for the upcoming tournament. The marquee tournament is scheduled to be played at the iconic M. Chinnaswamy Stadium from July 22 to August 2 and will be contested between four teams -- Mysore Warriors, Gulbarga Mystics, Kalyani Bengaluru Blasters, and Hubli Tigers. The Blasters, Mysuru Warriors, and Hubli Tigers were not too far behind in the bidding war. The Warriors shelled out Rs 4.2 lakh for India Test batter Shubha Satheesh, while the Tigers grabbed highly-rated Karnataka prospect and India A batter Vrinda Dinesh for an identical amount of Rs 4.2 lakh. The auction featured a maximum purse of Rs 20 lakh per franchise, with players divided into four categories. Pool A comprised capped WPL and international players with a base price of Rs 1 lakh, while Pool B (Rs 75,000), Pool C (Rs 50,000), and Pool D (Rs 30,000) featured state seniors, juniors, and local league performers, respectively. Apart from breaking the bank for Prathyusha, Kalyani Bengaluru Blasters also consolidated their squad by picking up Chandasi K (Rs 2 lakh), U-19 World Cup winner, all-rounder Mithila Vinod (Rs 1.9 lakh), Namita D'Souza (Rs 1.9 lakh), and Ananya Hegde (Rs 1.1 lakh). The Mysuru Warriors made several smart purchases to build a robust unit. Besides securing Shubha, they spent a whopping Rs 4.1 lakh on Shishira A Gowda and bought all-rounder Sahana S Pawar for Rs 2.8 lakh. They also added Pooja Kumari (Rs 1.1 lakh) and Pushpa Kiresur (Rs 1 lakh) to their roster. The Gulbarga Mystics focused heavily on experienced heads, snapping up veteran Indian left-arm spinner Rajeshwari Gayakwad for a modest Rs 3.3 lakh. They also bagged wicketkeeper-batter Shreya Chavan for Rs 3.2 lakh, alongside useful reinforcements in Prerana GR (Rs 2.6 lakh), Soumya Verma (Rs 2.4 lakh), Roshini Kiran (Rs 1 lakh), and Aditi R (Rs 90,000). Hubli Tigers successfully built a formidable core around Vrinda the franchise roped in all-rounder and U19 World Cup-winning captain Niki Prasad for a handsome Rs 4.1 lakh, while also adding wicketkeeper-batter Prathyoosha K (Rs 2.3 lakh), experienced batter Divya Gnanananda (Rs 1.9 lakh), and left-arm seam all-rounder Monica C Patel (Rs 1.5 lakh) to complete a well-balanced squad. Full squads: Mysuru Warriors: Shubha Satheesh (Rs 4.20 lakh), Shishira A Gowda (Rs 4.10 lakh), Sahana S Pawar (Rs 2.80 lakh), Pooja Kumari (Rs 1.10 lakh), Pushpa Kiresur (Rs 1.00 lakh), Yashika K Gowda (Rs 0.90 lakh), Ahlam Fareeha Syed (Rs 0.90 lakh), Deeksha J (Rs 0.90 lakh), Vandita K Rao (Rs 0.90 lakh), Sheetal Santosh (Rs 0.55 lakh), Tanushree M (Rs 0.55 lakh), Stuthi M (Rs 0.50 lakh), Shreya Ajay Mishra (Rs 0.35 lakh), Kusuma Gowda N (Rs 0.30 lakh), Prathiksha C (Rs 0.30 lakh), Advika D Gowda (Rs 0.30 lakh), Vaishnavi BH (Rs 0.30 lakh). Gulbarga Mystics: Rajeshwari Gayakwad (Rs 3.30 lakh), Shreya Chavan (Rs 3.20 lakh), Prerana GR (Rs 2.60 lakh), Soumya Verma (Rs 2.40 lakh), Krishika Reddy (Rs 2.10 lakh), Roshini Kiran (Rs 1.00 lakh), Aditi R (Rs 0.90 lakh), Nynisha Patil (Rs 0.85 lakh), Harshitha K (Rs 0.85 lakh), Trisha D A (Rs 0.60 lakh), Veda Varshini V (Rs 0.50 lakh), Poojitha G (Rs 0.50 lakh), S Sreeka Chathura (Rs 0.30 lakh), Karishma Gowda U J (Rs 0.30 lakh), Aadya S Mane (Rs 0.30 lakh), Kinjal B Patel (Rs 0.30 lakh). Mysuru Warriors: Shubha Satheesh (Rs 4.20 lakh), Shishira A Gowda (Rs 4.10 lakh), Sahana S Pawar (Rs 2.80 lakh), Pooja Kumari (Rs 1.10 lakh), Pushpa Kiresur (Rs 1.00 lakh), Yashika K Gowda (Rs 0.90 lakh), Ahlam Fareeha Syed (Rs 0.90 lakh), Deeksha J (Rs 0.90 lakh), Vandita K Rao (Rs 0.90 lakh), Sheetal Santosh (Rs 0.55 lakh), Tanushree M (Rs 0.55 lakh), Stuthi M (Rs 0.50 lakh), Shreya Ajay Mishra (Rs 0.35 lakh), Kusuma Gowda N (Rs 0.30 lakh), Prathiksha C (Rs 0.30 lakh), Advika D Gowda (Rs 0.30 lakh), Vaishnavi BH (Rs 0.30 lakh). Also Read: Live Cricket Score Kalyani Bengaluru Blasters: Prathyusha Challuru (Rs 4.50 lakh), Chandasi K (Rs 2.00 lakh), Inchara C U (Rs 2.00 lakh), Mithila Vinod (Rs 1.90 lakh), Namita D'Souza (Rs 1.90 lakh), Rachitha Hatwar (Rs 1.90 lakh), Ananya Hegde (Rs 1.10 lakh), Karnika Karthick (Rs 1.10 lakh), Lavanya Chalana (Rs 0.90 lakh), Nandani Chauhan (Rs 0.50 lakh), Reethu R Gowda (Rs 0.50 lakh), Srinithi P Rai (Rs 0.50 lakh), Sakshi Doijode (Rs 0.30 lakh), Andrea Michelle Lobo (Rs 0.30 lakh), Aqfin Ruhi K (Rs 0.30 lakh), Pranathi KS (Rs 0.30 lakh). Article Source: IANS
Mysuru achieves 83.9% progress in electoral roll revision
Over 23.49 lakh forms distributed; 927 polling booths complete enumeration form distribution
MLA launches road project in industrial area in Mysuru
Years Of Trash Accumulation At Its Dumping Site Getting Melted Now In Mysuru
The huge trash kept on adding at the dumping site since 2006-07 owing to no rules framed on Solid Waste Management.
Maharaja Trophy KSCA T20: Vyshak, Rai Fire Mysuru Warriors Into Knockouts
Maharaja Trophy KSCA T20: Captain Vyshak Vijaykumar produced a sensational spell of fast bowling as Mysuru Warriors stormed into the knockout stage of the Maharaja Trophy KSCA T20 tournament with a commanding six-wicket victory over Shivamogga Yodhas at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru on Wednesday. After electing to bowl, the Warriors dismantled the Yodhas for just 66 in 10.5 overs before chasing down the target in only 10 overs to seal their place in the last four. The result ensured Mysuru Warriors finished with nine points from 10 matches to claim the fourth and final knockout berth. Shivamogga Yodhas, despite the defeat, qualified in second place with 10 points, while Bengaluru Blasters topped the table with 18 points. With the final playoff spot up for grabs before the match, the Warriors knew that a victory by any margin would eliminate Gulbarga Mystics from contention. They responded in emphatic fashion with one of the most dominant bowling performances of the season. The foundation was laid by Arbind Kumar Rai, whose disciplined swing bowling accounted for the key wickets of Luvnith Sisodia (12), Harshil Dharmani (8), and Sujay Sateri (0). His figures of 3-28 reduced the Yodhas to 57 for five in the seventh over. Vyshak then delivered a spell to remember. Introduced after Rai's opening burst, the Warriors skipper conceded just one run in 1.5 overs while claiming three wickets. After giving away a single off his first ball, Vyshak bowled 10 consecutive dot deliveries, striking with his sixth, ninth, and 11th balls to finish with extraordinary figures of 3 for 1. Left-arm spinner Madhav Bajaj played an equally significant role, returning 3 for 9 in three overs to tighten the screws through the middle, while Ritesh Bhatkal provided the early breakthrough by dismissing opener M.G. Naveen. It was a dramatic batting collapse for the Yodhas, who entered the contest on the back of three successive victories. Only four batters reached double figures, while five were dismissed without scoring as the innings folded for the tournament's lowest total. The chase was straightforward despite the Warriors losing four wickets along the way. L.R. Chethan top-scored with 26 as Mysuru reached the target comfortably with 60 balls to spare. It was a dramatic batting collapse for the Yodhas, who entered the contest on the back of three successive victories. Only four batters reached double figures, while five were dismissed without scoring as the innings folded for the tournament's lowest total. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Shivamogga Yodhas 66 all out in 10.5 overs (Tushar Singh 15; Arbind Kumar Rai 3-28, Madhav Bajaj 3-9, Vijaykumar Vyshak 3-1) lost to Mysuru Warriors 67/4 (10 overs) (L.R. Chethan 26; Abhilash Shetty 3-15) by six wickets. Article Source: IANS
Dr. Yathindra directed officials to ensure that there is no negligence in waste management, and to further strengthen the system for greater efficiency
Car graze snowballs into assault on Mysuru highway: 3 Bengaluru cabbies arrested
Three Bengaluru cab drivers were arrested Monday for a road rage incident. The accused allegedly hit a 37-year-old man with a rod on July 5. This incident occurred after a minor collision at a toll plaza near Maddur. The victim's car was intercepted and damaged by the accused's vehicles. Police are searching for two additional suspects involved in the attack.
Karnataka SIR: Enumeration form distribution crosses 77% in Karnataka
Among districts, Belagavi recorded the highest number of enumeration forms distributed at 30.9 lakh, followed by Mysuru (22.27 lakh), Kalaburagi (19.07 lakh), Tumakuru (19.39 lakh) and Bengaluru Urban (16.9 lakh)
Hampi, Lakkundi and Mysuru selected for development under Global Destination Development project
Master plan needed to address sewage pollution in Mysurus lakes: MGP
MGP said Kukkarahalli, Lingambudhi, Thipparayana, Karanji and Hebbal lakes are being polluted by sewage flowing through stormwater drains, posing a serious threat to the prime water bodies
Three held for assaulting motorist on BengaluruMysuru Highway
3 Arrested Over Assault on Bengaluru-Mysuru Expressway
Police identified the assailants as Santosh, Arun and Abhishek and search is on to nab another involved in the alleged attack
Mob attacks family in car on Bengaluru-Mysuru Expressway
Bengaluru: A shocking road rage incident on the Bengaluru-Mysuru Expressway has triggered public outrage after dashcam footage of a mob brutally assaulting a man in front of his family went viral on social media. The horrifying assault, captured on the dashcam of a vehicle travelling behind, shows a group of men charging at a blue Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
'Stopped, surrounded': Family with children attacked over road rage on Bengaluru-Mysuru Highway
Three individuals were arrested following a road rage incident near Maddur. A family traveling with children was reportedly attacked after a minor vehicle collision. A video capturing the alleged assault has surfaced on social media platforms. The incident occurred on the Bengaluru-Mysuru access-controlled highway late at night. Police are investigating the circumstances and identities of those involved.
Lok Adalat: Over 24,700 cases identified for settlement in Mysuru district
BJP seeks transparent electoral roll revision in N.R. constituency in Mysuru
DC assures action after Mysuru MP-led delegation raises concerns over SIR exercise
Public vigilance helped conserve Mysurus lakes, says activist at Mysuru Literature Festival-2026
Mysuru: No politics of hatred, work for people instead, Kumaraswamy tells peoples representatives
10th edition of Mysuru Literature Festival begins
New Mediation Centre of Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission inaugurated in Mysuru
Kolar officials get notices over SIR lapses in Karnataka
Bengaluru: The ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Karnataka has come under scrutiny after alleged procedural violations were reported from Kolar and Mysuru. In Kolar, the District Administration has issued notices to a tahsildar, an Assistant Commissioner (AC), a supervisor and five Booth Level Officers (BLOs) for alleged dereliction of duty during Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
SWR general manager inspects Mysuru Railway Workshop
Mysuru: Textile exports likely to rise nearly tenfold by 2030
Textile industries in the city eye US$500 million trade
Farmers rally in Mysuru against Bidadi township, demand drought relief
BJP Plans to Rally Against Government Over Farmers Issues, Says BY Vijayendra
Mysuru, July 2: Karnataka BJP President and MLA BY Vijayendra stated on Thursday that the controversy surrounding cross-voting in the recent Legislative Council elections has been resolved. He declared that the matter is now closed. This statement comes amidst speculation of internal discord within the Karnataka BJP following the elections, where reports of cross-voting sparked ... Read more BJP Plans to Rally Against Government Over Farmers Issues, Says BY Vijayendra
Strong opposition to staging Kambala during Dasara in Mysuru
The participants also decided to constitute an action committee comprising representatives of the participating organisations to plan a series of protests against the event
Bomb threat to Mysuru court complex turns out to be a hoax
Mysuru: 3.35 lakh Enumeration Forms distributed in SIR drive
Fire department conducts drill at Nexus Mall in Mysuru
Gujarat Handicrafts Utsav 2026 in Mysuru from July 3 to July 12
Mysuru hosts PHEDM Tier-III programme to build district-level disaster response capacity
Why Technology Must Remain Our Servant, Not Our Master
Technology may connect billions of devices, but only humanity can truly connect hearts The smartphone is undoubtedly one of humanity's greatest inventions. It has revolutionised communication, education, healthcare, banking, governance and commerce, placing an unprecedented amount of knowledge and convenience in the palm of our hands. Yet, like every technological revolution, its misuse has created challenges that society is only beginning to understand. Today, millions of people are not merely using social mediathey are increasingly living for it. Virtual approval has begun replacing genuine human happiness, while digital popularity is often mistaken for personal success. According to the Global Digital Report 2025 (DataReportal), there are over 5.5 billion internet users worldwide, including more than 5.2 billion active social media users. The average person spends over 2 hours and 20 minutes every day on social networking platforms. Among teenagers and young adults, daily usage frequently exceeds five to seven hours. What was originally designed as a communication tool has gradually evolved into a powerful force shaping emotions, relationships, opinions and even personal identity. Social media platforms are driven by sophisticated algorithms designed to maximise user engagement rather than personal well-being. Every notification, like, comment and share activates the brain's reward circuitry by releasing dopaminethe neurotransmitter associated with pleasure and anticipation. Neuroscientists have compared this intermittent reward mechanism to those employed by gambling machines, making repeated checking of smartphones almost instinctive. It is therefore unsurprising that many users unconsciously unlock their phones over 100 times a day, often without any genuine purpose. The consequences are increasingly visible in everyday life. Family dinners are interrupted by smartphones. Tourist destinations are visited more for photographs than for appreciation. Concerts are watched through mobile screens instead of with one's own eyes. Weddings, birthdays, festivals and even acts of charity are frequently staged for online audiences rather than experienced personally. Memories are no longer treasured in the heart; they are converted into reels and stories. Experiences appear meaningful only after accumulating likes, comments and shares. The Young Generation: The Greatest Casualty Perhaps the most disturbing consequence of excessive smartphone and social media use is its impact on children and adolescents. This is the first generation in history to grow up with smartphones from early childhood, and mounting scientific evidence suggests that excessive digital exposure is affecting their mental health, learning ability, emotional stability and social development. According to UNICEF, nearly one in every three internet users worldwide is a child. The Global Digital Report 2025 estimates that teenagers spend between four and seven hours daily on smartphones outside schoolwork, leaving little time for reading, sports, hobbies, family interaction or outdoor play. The World Health Organisation (WHO) has warned that problematic social media use among adolescents has increased sharply in recent years. Many young people exhibit addictive behavioural patterns, including compulsive checking of phones, anxiety when disconnected, inability to control screen time and emotional dependence on online approval. Such behaviour has been linked with declining academic performance, poor sleep quality, reduced physical activity, increased anxiety and depression. A landmark 2023 advisory by the U.S. Surgeon General reported that adolescents spending more than three hours daily on social media face almost twice the risk of developing symptoms of anxiety and depression compared with moderate users. Excessive exposure has also been associated with loneliness, body-image dissatisfaction, eating disorders, low self-esteem and self-harm among vulnerable adolescents. Education is suffering as well. Research published by UNESCO and several international educational institutions indicates that excessive smartphone use significantly reduces attention span, weakens memory retention and interferes with deep learning. Every notification interrupts concentration, forcing the brain to restart the learning process. Cognitive scientists estimate that after each interruption, it may require 20 to 25 minutes to regain full concentration. Thus, what appears to be a harmless glance at a notification often results in prolonged loss of productivity. Sleep deprivation has emerged as another silent epidemic. Blue light emitted by smartphone screens suppresses melatonin production, delaying sleep and reducing sleep quality. The American Academy of Paediatrics recommends minimising recreational screen exposure before bedtime because inadequate sleep adversely affects memory, emotional regulation, immunity and academic performance. Social media has also created an environment of relentless comparison. Carefully edited photographs, filtered lifestyles and unrealistic standards of beauty and success often make young people believe that their ordinary lives are somehow inadequate. The American Psychological Association (APA) reports that continuous exposure to idealised online images contributes significantly to anxiety, depression and poor body image, particularly among adolescent girls. Cyberbullying has become another major public health concern. According to UNESCO, nearly one in three students worldwide has experienced bullying, with online harassment becoming increasingly common. Unlike traditional bullying, cyberbullying follows victims into their homes through their digital devices, leaving them with no safe refuge and causing long-lasting psychological trauma. If these trends continue unchecked, society risks raising a generation that communicates fluently through screens but struggles with empathy, patience, attentive listening and genuine human relationships. Emotional intelligence develops primarily through face-to-face interactionnot through emojis, notifications, or follower counts. Perhaps the greatest casualty has been genuine human relationships. Modern communication has become faster but not necessarily deeper. A person may have thousands of online followers yet struggle to find a single trusted friend during a personal crisis. Family members living under the same roof increasingly spend evenings interacting more with their screens than with one another. Digital communication has expanded networks while paradoxically shrinking emotional intimacy. Another troubling development is the growing influence of algorithms on independent thinking. Social media platforms personalise content according to previous preferences, gradually creating echo chambers where users repeatedly encounter only opinions that reinforce their existing beliefs. This weakens critical thinking, narrows intellectual diversity and increases political and social polarisation. Instead of encouraging thoughtful dialogue, algorithms often reward outrage, sensationalism and confirmation bias because such content generates higher engagement. Public discourse has also changed. Charity initiatives, environmental campaigns and acts of kindness undoubtedly deserve appreciation. However, when humanitarian work is undertaken primarily for publicity rather than compassion, the line between genuine service and self-promotion becomes blurred. Increasingly, the value of an action appears to depend not on its social impact but on the number of views, likes and shares it receives. The economic consequences are equally significant. Workplace studies indicate that repeated smartphone interruptions substantially reduce productivity because every distraction requires additional time for the brain to regain focus. Employees who constantly switch attention between work and notifications experience reduced efficiency, increased errors and greater mental fatigue. None of this suggests that technology itself is harmful. On the contrary, smartphones have revolutionised education, enabled telemedicine, improved disaster management, expanded financial inclusion through digital payments and connected families separated by continents. During the COVID-19 pandemic, digital technologies allowed education, business and governance to continue despite unprecedented restrictions. The challenge, therefore, lies not in technology itself, but in the manner in which society chooses to use it. The solution lies not in rejecting technology but in restoring balance. Families should consciously establish screen-free periods during meals and conversations. Schools should incorporate digital literacy alongside conventional education, teaching students not merely how to operate technology but how to use it responsibly. Employers should encourage uninterrupted work periods, while individuals should periodically disconnect from digital platforms to reconnect with nature, hobbies and meaningful face-to-face relationships. Ultimately, the quality of life cannot be measured by online popularity. A thousand likes cannot replace a heartfelt conversation. Viral fame cannot substitute genuine friendship. No algorithm can replicate the comfort of a caring family or the peace of a clear conscience. Technology must remain humanity's servantnot become its master. The true richness of life lies not in how many people view our moments online, but in how deeply we experience those moments ourselves. If society fails to restore equilibrium between the virtual and the real, it risks sacrificing independent thought, meaningful relationships, mental well-being and inner contentment for the fleeting illusion of digital validation. The greatest achievements of civilisation have never been measured by notifications, followers or viral content. They have always been built upon wisdom, compassion, integrity, meaningful relationships and strength of character. Technology may connect billions of devices, but only humanity can truly connect hearts. (The Author is B.E. (Mech), B.O.E., ASME, Deputy Director of Boilers (Retd.), Mysuru)
Mysuru airport authorities issue warning against use of laser lights
Improper Underpasses, Wildlife Corridors On Bengaluru-Mysuru Expressway Affects Elephants Crossings
The Expressway was inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in March, 2023 ahead of Assembly elections in Karnataka.
Black flag protest against SIR in Mysuru
Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls begins in Mysuru
17,478 enumeration forms distributed on day one; exercise also launched in Mandya and Kodagu
Groups question Kambala move for Mysuru Dasara
Stakeholders to meet to voice concerns, feel the legacy and heritage of the iconic celebration should not be diluted
Mysuru to host KAPCON 2026 from July 3; over 800 delegates expected
Young Indians Parliament gives Mysuru students a taste of democracy
Wife Strangulates Hubby To Death In Mysuru, Questioned By Police
The suspicion is that Susheela allegedly strangled her husband at around 2 am on Monday after Nityananda returned drunk and soon fell asleep.
Mysuru Literature Festival to be held on July 4 and 5
Bengaluru-Mangaluru four-track rail corridor under consideration: Union Minister V Somanna
Union Minister V. Somanna announced plans for a four-track railway line between Bengaluru and Mangaluru, alongside similar corridors for cities near Bengaluru. The Bengaluru-Tumakuru quadrupling project is set for tendering soon, with Bengaluru-Mysuru survey underway. Direct rail to Kolar and improved connectivity to Mangaluru port are prioritized. A Vande Bharat Sleeper service to Vijayapura is expected in months, and the Bengaluru-Pune high-speed rail project will be pursued.
Mysuru: Poor monsoon prospect triggers crop advisory for farmers
Pulse polio campaign launched in Mysuru, 2.19 lakh children to be covered
BJP a factory of lies, says Siddaramaiah in Mysuru
CM Shivakumar inaugurates 10.7 km signal-free road in Bengaluru
Bengaluru: Karnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar on Saturday, June 27, inaugurated Bengalurus major arterial road, a 10.7 km long, 100 meters wide, signal-free and toll-free corridor named after former CM SM Krishna. According to officials, the road, built with a Rs 631 crore investment, will reduce travel time between Magadi Road and Mysuru Road from Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Siddaramaiah receives a heros welcome in Mysuru
Bloom Avenue: A Year-Round Flower Corridor on Bengaluru's Major Arterial Road in Kempegowda Layout
UnboxingBLR joins the record-breaking plantation drive on June 27th announced by the state government. Spread across 8 kms and 6,000+ saplings, UBLRs drive focuses on avenue roads, round-abouts in the new Kempegowda Layout Thrust on native, colour-sequenced flowering species to ensure that some part of the corridor is always in bloom round the year The plantation drives two-pronged approach keeps both aesthetics and environment in mind while boosting Bengalurus green heritage UnboxingBLR joins forces with the Bangalore Development Authority's (BDA) plantation drive with its uniquely designed Bloom Avenue project on the Major Arterial Road connecting Mysuru Road and Magadi Road. UBLR planting the first sapling for Bloom Avenue on Major Arterial Road On June 27th, as part of Nadaprabhu Kempegowda Jayanthi celebration, the Karnataka government announced a single-day plantation drive with over 50,000 volunteers planting 1.5 million saplings in Bengaluru - targeting a spot in the Guinness World Record. The city-focused not-for-profit UBLR participated in the initiative with its Bloom Avenue project. Along the major arterial Road in Kempegowda Layout and roundabouts, UBLR has begun planting 6000+ saplings across 8 kms. UBLRs plantation drive is at least partly inspired by the citys green historical legacy. Bengaluru's identity as India's Garden City was never accidental, it was cultivated. The city's most enduring botanical legacy traces to Gustav Hermann Krumbiegel, the landscape architect who shaped its parks and avenues in the early twentieth century. This received a major boost in the 1980s from the then Deputy Conservator of Forests (DCF) S. G. Neginhalwho played a significant role in expanding Bengaluru's urban tree cover and reinforcing its Garden City identity. Both Krumbiegel and Neginhal have given Bengaluru its defining character of tree-lined avenue roads and seasonal colour. That legacy has shaped how generations of residents relate to their city. Bloom Avenue is a conscious continuation of that tradition by restoring intentional, aesthetically considered greenery to a major urban corridor at a moment when the city's green cover faces sustained pressure from rapid growth and densification. Bloom Avenue concept visualised using AI UBLRs Avenue Bloom focuses on flowering species that are colour-sequenced and coordinated so that some part of the corridor is in bloom every month of the year. The initiative strikes a delicate balance between aesthetics and native species in its plantation drive. Bloom Avenue is a deliberate greening intervention on a Bengaluru arterial road in recent memory. Further, the green initiative is designed to attract birds and butterflies to the layout when the saplings mature and grow into trees. The Project Bloom is being executed in partnership with BDA, which also supplied the flowering saplings through its Forest Division. UBLR has funded and executed all ground-level operations, including pit digging and planting. UBLR will undertake all protective measures during the growth period and will be responsible for watering and maintenance of these plants for the first three years. The corridor is divided into eight one-kilometre sub-zones, each planted with a distinct colour pairing drawn from complementary species ensuring that at least one sub-zone is in full bloom at any point in the year. Species selection prioritises indigenous varieties deeply adapted to Bengaluru's climate; where naturalised non-native species are included, they carry strong cultural and botanical ties to the city's history. Phase 2 will extend planting to service roads alongside ongoing maintenance of Phase 1 saplings. The three-year maintenance commitment covers watering, monitoring, replacement of failed saplings, and upkeep to BDA standards. Long back, German botanist Krumbiegel made Bengaluru bloom all through the year. Decades later, the beauty of his work endures, enriching the citys natural heritage and enhancing Bengalurus aesthetic appeal. Taking inspiration, Project Bloom focuses on both native species and flowering aesthetics to boost Bengalurus natural heritage for future generations. What makes this project special is the coming together of citizens, institutions, and government around a shared vision for the city, Prashanth Prakash, Chairman, UnboxingBLR Foundation. We are very pleased to see Bloom Avenue move from concept to ground reality. The BDA has been glad to facilitate this, from providing the saplings and granting the necessary approvals, to supporting a model of civic collaboration that we hope will inspire many more such partnerships across the city. The Magadi RoadMysuru Road corridor will be greener and more beautiful for it, Major Manivannan P, Commissioner, Bangalore Development Authority. "Bloom Avenue is exactly the kind of initiative Bengaluru needs by being citizen-led, rigorously planned, and built for the long term. A green, blooming corridor along Magadi Road and Mysuru Road will benefit the residents and communities and serve as a model for how our arterial roads can be transformed. We are happy to have it as part of the plantation drive for Kempegowda Jayanthi celebration on June 27th," N. A. Haris, Chairman, Bangalore Development Authority. About UnboxingBLR Foundation UnboxingBLR (UBLR) is a Bengaluru-focused not-for-profit platform working with multiple stakeholders to envision and execute city-scale projects. UBLR operates at the intersection of content, culture, and city-building, documenting the city's journey, shaping its civic agenda, and building programmes designed to last. Founded in 2023 by Prashanth Prakash and Malini Goyal, UBLR brings together people, communities, and institutions to co-create Bengalurus story, serving as a city champion, catalyst and an enabler for a range of initiatives. UBLR drives initiatives such as BLR Hubba, a city-wide festival celebrating art and culture; Namma Bengaluru Challenge, a city-focused accelerator program that supports startups and changemakers tackling urban challenges; WeAreCity annual data report that offers multi-dimensional data-led insights on India's top eight cities; Code to Culture, a podcast focused on voices and stories from the city. UBLR in partnership with the Department of IT/BT/DoE is also building India's first Museum of Innovation, Startup and Technology in Bengaluru.
Grand welcome awaits Siddaramaiah on his first visit to Mysuru after stepping down as CM
NAREDCO Mysuru outlines growth roadmap at two-day conclave
IIET to host MehfileSufiyana in Mysuru on Sunday
Sufi music, theatre songs to come alive at the event presented by Songgadigaru and Aparyaaptha
Special Dasara attraction: Mysuru likely to host Kambala on October 18 and 19
Bengalurus new SM Krishna Road to open on June 27
Bengaluru: Bengaluru is set to get a major infrastructure boost with the inauguration of the much-awaited Major Arterial Road (MAR) on June 27. The 10.7-km corridor, connecting Challaghatta Metro Station on Mysuru Road with Kadabagere Cross on Magadi Road, is expected to significantly ease traffic congestion and improve connectivity between south and west Bengaluru. The Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Vinay Rajkumar Calls for Community Action Against Drug Abuse
Mysuru, June 26: Kannada film actor Vinay Rajkumar emphasized the need for community involvement to combat the dangers of drug abuse in society. Speaking on the issue, he urged the public to remain vigilant and assist in preventing the trafficking and consumption of drugs. He stated that any activities related to drugs should be reported ... Read more Vinay Rajkumar Calls for Community Action Against Drug Abuse
Mysuru police hold anti-drug rally, step up awareness drive
Tirupati police detain intruder after panic erupts at school
The incident happened at Sri Vijetha school in citys Akkarampalli locality, where from Badvel town in Kadapa district, now living in Mysuru, reportedly entered the premises in the pretext of enquiring details about admission and fee structure
After facing criticism over poor resemblance, Devaraj Urs statue in Mysuru replaced
Mysuru: Surprise inspection for enhanced train passenger safety
Karnataka: ED Raids Locations Linked to Minister Jarkiholis Brother-in-Law
According to sources, the ED conducted simultaneous searches at around six locations linked to Manjunath in Belagavi, Bengaluru, Mysuru and Arsikere in Hassan district
Mysuru traffic police collect nearly 49 lakh in fines in three days
Mysuru RPF officers trained on Jan Vishwas Act, 2026
Drought fears prompt push for 100% crop survey in Mysuru
July crop survey to cover nearly 10 lakh plots; 1% survey gap could leave 9,000 farmers without benefits, says DC
18 bonded labourers, including two children, rescued from brick kiln in Mysuru, 3 arrested
Partial emergency mock exercise conducted at Mysuru airport
One-stop platform for Central welfare programmes opens in Mysuru
MP organises fair to disseminate information and spread awareness on various programmes
1,300 units of blood collected at camp organised by JK Tyre in Mysuru
The camp is organised to mark the birth anniversary of former chairperson (late) Hari Shankar Singhania
Arrest Made in Viral Photo Case Linked to Tragic Suicides in Mysuru
Mysuru, June 23: The Karnataka police have arrested Ullas Gowda, the main suspect in a case involving the alleged dissemination of a womans private photos and videos. This incident is believed to have led to the tragic suicides of the woman and her parents in Mysuru district. The incident occurred on Monday in Halekempayanahundi village, ... Read more Arrest Made in Viral Photo Case Linked to Tragic Suicides in Mysuru
Cab driver killed, five Mysuru BEOs injured in Mysuru-Bengaluru highway crash
Central schemes fair in Mysuru today
SBI Foundation donates sweeping machine to Mysuru City Corporation
Three of family die in suicide pact in Mysuru
Gabion Walls Shield 7 Small Islands at Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary
The Highway is about a km away from the sanctuary and Gabion Wall construction was suggested to NHAI officials by Mysuru Wildlife Division officials among many others
Bike rally by farmers opposing Bidadi Township project near Bengaluru in Karnataka
Farmers from Tumakuru, Chickballapur, Kolar, Mandya, Mysuru, Chamarajanagar, and Bengaluru South district, were among those who participated in the rally
Dedicated Stray Dogs Feeding Zones Set-Up At Selected Points In Mysuru City
A couple of places in the City limits were identified and places signboards for animal lovers to feed stray dogs. In coming days more stray dogs feeding zones would be identified and establish feeding zones: Environment officer
Mysuru: 6,039 appear for NEET-UG 2026 re-exam
Mysuru Railway Division celebrates International Yoga Day
Yoga trainer Raghu was honoured for remarkable dedication to promoting yoga over the past 23 years
Mysuru records over 1.21 lakh trees in citizen-led census
A public data portal is being planned to enable residents and others access the tree database, search for trees by ward or species and report concerns relating to tree health. The database will eventually be handed over to the Mysuru City Corporation as a living record of the citys green infrastructure.
Thousands perform yoga at Mysore palace as city celebrates International Yoga Day
The grand yoga session, held under this years theme, Yoga for Healthy Ageing, showcased Mysurus lasting legacy as a global hub of modern yoga and drew participation from people across all age groups
In A First Scientific Trees Count In Mysuru's 65 Wards Document 1, 21, 789 Trees
The project is the first scientific exercise to count, geo tag and permanently record every tree across all 65 wards of the City Corporation and the gathered data could be used to guide planting drives, protect old avenues trees and build continuous green networks that reduce heat and improve air quality index.
178 sickle cell anaemia patients, 1,353 carriers identified in Mysuru
Kambala to be a special attraction at Mysuru Dasara this year: Mysuru DC
As Mysuru celebrates 12th International Day of Yoga, city seeks to regain its global identity
Stakeholders say the number of foreign students visiting Mysuru to learn yoga has declined, as the city faces growing competition from established yoga destinations such as Rishikesh, Haridwar and Pune
Mysuru gears up for NEET re-test; 7,886 candidates to appear at 21 centres
Biometric checks from 11 a.m.; elaborate measures in place on June 21
