Inter-state robbery gang busted
Tirupati: Puthalapattu police busted an inter-state robbery gang and arrested five persons in Tirupati district on Tuesday night. The police also recovered 53 grams of gold jewellery worth `2.5 lakh, a car valued at `5 lakh, and two motorcycles. According to the police, the arrested individuals have been identified as Shiva Kumar , 35, Syed Rehan, 19, linked to 10 cases; a 16-year-old juvenile involved in 10 cases; Kumar, 19, accused in six cases; and Chandra Shekhar, 40, implicated in four cases. All hail from various parts of Karnataka. The gang, led by one Shiva Kumar, targeted lone women and used stolen vehicles to commit crimes. Shiva Kumar, the prime accused, has over 40 criminal cases registered against him across Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, and Karnataka, including in Mysuru, Doddaballapur, Hoskote, and Kolar districts. The breakthrough came after three chain-snatching incidents were reported on October 26, 2024, in Puthalapattu and Irala mandals. Special teams led by Sub-Division DSP T. Sainath conducted a detailed investigation across Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, and Andhra Pradesh. The gang was apprehended at Jagamarla Cross on the Bengaluru-Tirupati highway on Tuesday night. Chittoor SP V.N. Manikanta Chandolu said, The gang used stolen cars and motorcycles for the crimes. Shiva Kumar recruited young individuals to carry out the offences. All accused have a history of criminal activity. We have recovered the stolen property and will return it to the victims.
Over 600 acres claimed as waqf property in Mysuru and Chamarajanagar districts: Pratap Simha
Celebrating banana festival in Mysuru to showcase its diversity
Festival will be held from November 22 to 24 at Nanjaraja Bahadur Choultry
MUDA case: Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah's brother-in-law deposes before Lokayukta police
Mallikarjuna Swamy, brother-in-law of Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, appeared before the Lokayukta police. He provided documents related to an alleged land allotment scam. The Lokayukta is investigating the allocation of 14 MUDA sites in Mysuru. Swamy, Siddaramaiah, and his wife are accused in the case. They were previously questioned by the investigators.
MUDA Ex-chief Natesh appears before Lokayukta
MYSURU: Former Mysuru Urban Development Authority (MUDA) commissioner DB Natesh on Tuesday appeared before the Lokayukta for questioning, in connection with the MUDA 50:50 site allotment scam. Lokayukta SP TJ Udesh had issued a notice to Natesh, summoning him for an inquiry into allegations of illegal site allotments in violation of established rules. Natesh is accused of allotting 14 sites to Chief Minister Siddaramaiahs wife, Parvathy BM, among others. The former MUDA commissioner arrived at the Lokayukta office on Dewans Road in Mysuru, bringing along certain documents for the inquiry. Sources revealed that he provided information to the investigating officer and his involvement in the case has been under scrutiny. When approached by reporters outside the Lokayukta office, Natesh appeared agitated and questioned the medias presence. Am I dancing here? Why are you recording my video? he asked, visibly upset, before heading inside. The investigation has already included the questioning of Siddaramaiah, Parvathy, and other individuals linked to the alleged irregularities. Notices have also been served to other key figures in the case, including former MUDA commissioner Kantharaju and former MUDA chairman D Dhruvakumar, both of whom have been implicated in site allotment violations. Devaraju summoned for inquiry Lokayukta officials have summoned former MUDA chairman D Devaraju, and this will mark his second appearance in the inquiry. Additionally, activist Gangaraju protested outside the Lokayukta office, waving a black flag and demanding the arrest of Natesh. Gangaraju also voiced strong criticism against the ongoing inquiry, urging stricter action against those involved in the scam.
Karnataka Lokayukta grills Ex-MUDA Commissioner in case involving CM
Mysuru: Karnataka Lokayukta probing the Mysuru Urban Development Authority (MUDA) scam involving Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has grilled former MUDA Commissioner DB Natesh in connection with the alleged allotment of 14 alternative sites to Siddaramaiahs wife. Natesh, while talking to the media on Tuesday said that the investigation under the monitoring of the judiciary will bring 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 .
KSRTC launches cashless ticketing for commuter convenience in Mysuru
UPI payments for ticketing introduced with the Mysuru Urban division adopting advanced Electronic Ticketing Machines equipped with QR-code based payment system
Making people in villages use toilets is challenging: ZP CEO
A programme was held at the Zilla Panchayat in Mysuru on the occasion of World Toilet Day
Ursuline Franciscan Educators of Mysore Province Embrace AI for Transformative Teaching
Ursuline Franciscan Educators of Mysore Province Embrace AI for Transformative Teaching Mysuru: The Ursuline Franciscan Educational Society (UFES), Mysore Province, hosted a cutting-edge workshop on Artificial Intelligence (AI) to empower educators with the skills and knowledge to revolutionize classroom learning. The event, held for principals, technical staff, institutional heads, and teachersfrom UFES-managed institutions, marked a [] The post Ursuline Franciscan Educators of Mysore Province Embrace AI for Transformative Teaching appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Malnad region featured as potential hub for space tech and industrial innovation under GCC policy
SHIVAMOGGA: Shivamogga and its neighbouring districts, Davanagere, Chikkamagaluru, and Hassan have been featured as a potential hub for space tech and industrial innovation cluster under the state governments Global Capability Centres (GCC) Policy 2024-2029. Chief Minister Siddaramaiah unveiled the policy at the Bengaluru Tech Summit on Tuesday. The GCC policy aims to decentralise development and bolster industrial growth in regions beyond Bengaluru such as Mangaluru, Mysuru, and Hubballi-Dharwad-Belagavi, Kalaburagi, Tumakuru and Shivamogga. The region will host key players in various sectors, supported by robust infrastructure. The GCC highlighted the regions industrial, infrastructure and connectivity and social infrastructure. It stated that Davanagere holds significant potential as a global hub for agro-processing, nutraceuticals, textiles, and aerospace industries. It also stated that Hassan hosts ISRO's master control facilities and is recognised as an industrial growth centre, featuring six developed industrial areas and four SEZs. It added that Shivamogga hosts key industry players across various sectors. Shivamogga is well-connected by 221 km of national highways and 980 km of state highways. It maintains strong road links to Bengaluru, Udupi, and Mangaluru. The newly inaugurated Shivamogga Airport connects the region to Bengaluru and is expected to expand its routes to improve accessibility. Educational and Social Infrastructure The policy pointed out the educational infrastructure in the cluster, with 12 engineering colleges and three MBA colleges. It also ensures a skilled workforce for industries such as manufacturing, construction, mining, agriculture, and forestry. Shivamogga is a prime tourist attraction known for its breathtaking waterfalls, lush rainforests, adventure activities, and cultural heritage sites that captivate visitors from around the world. The cluster is also equipped with multi-speciality and super-specialty hospitals, prestigious international schools, and a range of hotels, including large hotel chains, providing comprehensive services and amenities for residents and visitors alike. Incentives, opportunities As part of the Beyond Bengaluru initiative, the GCC policy offers targeted incentives to attract global firms to tier-2 cities like Shivamogga. This includes funding for startups, infrastructure subsidies, and regulatory easing to encourage investment and foster innovation. The governments vision is to transform Shivamogga and other cities into a dynamic industrial hub, contributing significantly to Karnatakas target of generating $50 billion in economic output from the GCC sector by 2029. What are GCCs? Global Capability Centres (GCCs), also known as Global In-house Centres (GICs), are specialised units established by multinational corporations (MNCs) to handle a variety of business functions. These centres often focus on high-value operations such as research and development, IT services and support, data analytics etc,. Initially set up for cost efficiency, GCCs have evolved into innovation hubs, leveraging advanced technologies like artificial intelligence, machine learning, and blockchain. They serve as strategic units that enhance the parent company's operational capabilities while tapping into skilled talent pools globally.
Events today Nov. 19: Vasundhara Performing Arts Centre (VPAC), Mysuru - Star of Mysore
Events today Nov. 19: Vasundhara Performing Arts Centre (VPAC), Mysuru Star of Mysore
Karnataka to set up 3 global innovation districts in Bengaluru, Mysuru, Belagavi: CM Siddaramaiah The Indian Express
Karnataka CM announces establishment of 3 dedicated global innovation districts
Bengaluru: Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Tuesday announced that the State government would establish three dedicated global innovation districts in Bengaluru, Mysuru and Belagavi. These will be dedicated parks for GCCs (Global Capability Centres) to set up shop here in the state, he said after inaugurating the 27th edition of Bengaluru Tech Summit (BTS) here. 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 .
Karnataka govt will order probe into BJPs offers, if necessary: Min Parameshwara
MYSURU: Amid Congress leaders claims that the BJP is offering money to the MLAs of the ruling party to destabilise the state government, Home Minister Dr G Parameshwara on Monday said they would order a probe, if it is necessary. Investigation is not childs play. The government is ready to order a probe into any issue if necessary. If such a situation arises, we will order a probe, he said, responding to questions on the Oppositions demand for ordering a probe into such allegations. Defending Chief Minister Siddaramaiahs claims that 50 Congress MLAs were approached by the BJP with an offer of Rs 50 crore each, the home minister said everyone knows that such attempts are being made. Parameshwara said even if they are unable to tell exactly how much money was offered, there were talks of offering Rs 50 crore and the CM mentioned it. The CM has made that statement and there will be some meaning and source for that statement, he said. He said the government is willing to initiate a reinvestigation into the allegations of a 40% commission, if necessary. I will go through the Lokayuktas report, and then we will decide the course of action. If needed, we are ready to reopen the case and conduct further investigations, he said. Referring to statements made by Waqf Minister BZ Zameer Ahmed Khan against Union minister HD Kumaraswamy, Parameshwara said KPCC president DK Shivakumar has stated that the remarks have harmed the party. Leaders must understand that their words can have serious consequences, he said. Meanwhile, responding to the issue of drug trafficking, Parameshwara highlighted the governments strong measures to combat the menace. We have declared a war on drugs. Numerous cases have been filed, and raids are being conducted on medical shops selling drugs in the guise of medicines, he said.
Last rites of yoga guru Sharat Jois performed in Mysuru
Grand procession marks Kanaka Jayanthi celebrations in Mysuru
Drugs sold as chocolates, tablets in medical stores; harsh action taken: Ktaka HM
Drugs sold as chocolates, tablets in medical stores; harsh action taken: Ktaka HM Mysuru: Karnataka Home Minister G. Parameshwara stated on Monday that narcotics and drugs were sold in the state in the form of chocolates and tablets and the state government has taken strict action to curb the menace. Harsh action has been initiated [] The post Drugs sold as chocolates, tablets in medical stores; harsh action taken: Ktaka HM appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Cong may crack whip against Khan for his acist slur against Kumaraswamy, indicates Paramaeshwara
Mysuru: Karnataka Home Minister G Parameshwara on Monday indicated that the state Congress may initiate disciplinary proceedings against Minister B Z Zameer Ahmed Khan for referring to Union Minister and JD(S) leader H D Kumaraswamy as 'Kaalia' (dark-skinned), which the NDA had slammed as a acist slur. Several Congress office-bearers have been pushing the party to crack the whip against Khan, a lawmaker from Chamarajpet, accusing him of causing damage and embarrassment to the party. Our state Congress President (D K Shivakumar), after the by-polls, has said that his (Khan's) statement had its impact on the election. There is a disciplinary committee in the party under (K) Rahman Khan (former Deputy Chairman of Rajya Sabha). If the party president refers the matter to the disciplinary committee, they may call Khan and inquire him, Parameshwara said to a question on the impact of the Minister's statement on by-polls. Speaking to reporters here, he said: If the matter is serious in nature the committee may recommend action against him. Many Congress leaders and those in the political circles believe that Khan's statement had an adverse impact on the party's prospects in the Channapatna Assembly segment, which went for by-polls along with Shiggaon and Sandur seats on November 13. The results will be declared on November 23. Khan had made those comments, during the campaigning in Channapatna, where Kumaraswamy's son Nikhil Kumaraswamy is the joint candidate of the BJP-JD(S) alliance. He also claimed that the Muslim community had enough strength to raise funds to 'buy' Kumaraswamy's family. Former PM and veteran politician H D Deve Gowda is Kumaraswamy's father. Khan's comments had also come under intense criticism from the Vokkaliga community to which the Gowda family belongs. Channapatna Congress candidate C P Yogeeshwara too, after the voting, had lamented that Khan's controversial statements might have had an adverse impact on his high-stakes battle in the Vokkaliga dominated constituency. With his comments becoming a major controversy, Khan last week tendered an apology.
Action against govt staffers, owners of two cars having BPL cards: Ktaka Minister
Action against govt staffers, owners of two cars having BPL cards: Ktaka Minister Bengaluru: Karnataka Home Minister G. Parameshwara has said that legal action will be taken against government employees, landlords and owners of two cars who have obtained the Below Poverty Line (BPL) cards by giving false information. Speaking to reporters in Mysuru on [] The post Action against govt staffers, owners of two cars having BPL cards: Ktaka Minister appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Two individuals have been arrested by Ullal police following the tragic drowning of three engineering students at Vazco Beach Resort. The resort owner and manager are facing charges related to the incident. The victims, all from Mysuru, were found dead in the resort's swimming pool. An investigation is underway.
Three women from Mysuru drowned in a resort swimming pool near Ullal beach. The victims were on a trip and staying at the resort. They entered the pool despite not knowing how to swim. CCTV footage showed them struggling and calling for help. No lifeguard was on duty, and no staff responded.
Beyond the blue lagoons and white sands, a tale of resilience
The documentary Choora, a collaborative venture between Bengaluru-based filmmaker Anand Ramakrishnan and Mysuru-headquartered NCF, is an attempt to highlight the sustainable ways of people of Lakshadweep
3 Mysuru Girls Drown in Swimming Pool at Mangaluru Resort
Mangaluru : Tragedy struck at a resort near Mangaluru on Sunday morning as three girls from Mysuru drowned in the swimming pool. City Police Commissioner Anupam Agarwal said that the victims have been identified as Keerthana N (21), Nishitha MD (21), and Parvathi S (20), all residents of Mysuru. According to the preliminary report, the incident occurred around 10.05 am at Vazco Beach Resort in Someshwara village, about 20 km from Mangaluru City, while the trio had entered the pool. The girls, students of a Mysuru-based institution, had checked into the resort on Saturday. CCTV footage of the incident, which has since gone viral on social media, shows one of the girls venturing into the deeper side of the pool and beginning to drown. The other two followed in an attempt to rescue her but tragically met the same fate. Police have informed the victims' families, and further details are expected to emerge as their families provide additional information. Preliminary investigations revealed that the girls had told their families they were going on a tour. Authorities have sealed the Vazco Beach Resort in Someshwara following the drowning of three girls in the swimming pool. Mangaluru Sub-Divisional Officer stated that the resort's trade license and tourism permit have been suspended.
Bungling in railway reservation system leaves passengers of Thoothukudi-Mysuru Express in a soup
Reserved accommodation provided for two non-existent coaches led to detention of train for nearly one hour at Thoothukudi
Three engineering students from Mysuru drown in swimming pool in Mangaluru resort
MANGALURU: Three engineering students from Mysuru drowned in a swimming pool of a private beach resort at Ullal police station limits near Mangaluru on Sunday. The deceased are identified as N Keerthana (21), daughter of S Naveen Kumar from Devaraj Mohalla in Vijayanagara, M D Nishitha (21), daughter of Mallesh from Kurubarahalli and S Parvathi (20) daughter of M N Srinivas from K R Mohalla. According to Ullal police, the incident took place at Vazco beach resort at Peribail near Batapady in Someshwar village at around 10.5am on Sunday. Mangaluru city police commissioner Anupam Agrawal who visited the spot told media persons that three friends had entered the swimming pool at around 10 am. One of the women strayed into the deeper side of the pool and drowned. Two other friends drowned while trying to save each other. All of them did not know how to swim and eventually drowned, he said. Sources said they had booked the resort online for the weekend and checked into the resort on Saturday. Meanwhile, the CCTV footage from the resort has gone viral. The trio is seen entering the pool, trying to catch hold of a safety ring kept in the deeper side of the pool. One of the women who goes to the deeper side, cries for help. Two other women rush to help and get drowned after a long struggle to swim back to the safe end. Through the CCTV footage, we have come to know neither there was staff around for rescue nor any safety items were available at the pool. There was no lifeguard and there was no mention of the depth. We have taken the resort owner Manohar into custody and are further investigation is on. The bodies have been shifted to district Wenlock hospital for post-mortem, the police commissioner said.
Karnataka: Three girls from Mysuru drown at swimming pool in Mangaluru
Mangaluru: Three girls from Mysuru who had come to a resort near Mangaluru, died due to drowning in the swimming pool on Sunday morning. City Police Commissioner Anupam Agarwal identified the victims as Keerthana N (21), Nishitha MD (21), and Parvathi S (20), all students from Mysuru. According to the preliminary report the incident occurred around 10.05 am at Vazco Resort in Someshwara village, about 20 kms from Mangaluru City while the trio was playing in the pool. The girls had checked into the resort on Saturday. Police have informed their parents. Further details, including the purpose of their visit to Mangaluru, are expected to emerge after their families provide more information.
3 women from Mysuru drown in the swimming pool
Mangaluru : A tragic incident occurred on Sunday morning at Vazco Resort in Someshwara, Mangaluru, when three women from Mysuru drowned in the swimming pool. The victims have been identified as Keerthana N (21), Nishitha MD (21), and Parvathi S (20). The trio, students from a Mysuru institution, had checked into the resort on Saturday. According to preliminary reports, the incident took place around 10:05 AM while the women were enjoying the pool. Local authorities have informed the victims' families, and further details regarding the purpose of their visit to Mangaluru are awaited. A formal case is yet to be registered.
Karnataka: 3 women from Mysuru drown in resorts swimming pool in Mangaluru
Three women died in a swimming pool incident at Vazco Resort in Someshwara village. The incident occurred on Sunday morning. The victims were identified as Keerthana, Nishitha, and Parvathi, all in their early twenties. They arrived at the resort on November 16 and stayed overnight. Police are investigating the incident. A case is yet to be registered.
Three women from Mysuru die at a resort swimming pool near Mangaluru
The incident took place at the resort at Peribail, Battappady Cross Road under Someshwara village at about 10.05 a.m., a police release said
CM Siddaramaiah intimidating activist: BJP president BY Vijayendra
BENGALURU: Karnataka BJP president BY Vijayendra accused Chief Minister Siddaramaiah of trying to intimidate social activist Snehamayi Krishna, who is fighting in the court against him. The BJP leader said false cases are filed against Krishna by the CMs followers. By registering baseless complaints by using police force, an attempt is being made to silence an activist, who is fighting constitutionally, the BJP leader said taking to social media platform X. This shows the CM and Congress desperation and their extreme brutality, he added. Vijayendra said the BJP condemns the use of force and power to suppress the rights of a common citizen. If false complaints and threats continue, the BJP will stand in support of the social workers, he said while responding to media reports of Mysuru police filing an FIR against Krishna based on a complaint filed by KPCC spokesperson M Lakshmana.
KPCC spokesperson M Lakshmana files another complaint against Snehamayi Krishna
MYSURU: Just four days after filing a case against RTI activist Snehamayi Krishna in Devaraja police station, KPCC spokesperson M Lakshmana has filed another complaint against him with the Lakshmipuram police station. He urged the police to register an FIR under the Goonda Act and arrest him. Krishna is one of the complainants in the alleged MUDA scam. In the complaint, Lakshmana stated that there are 17 criminal cases registered against Krishna in various police stations in Mysuru city. Krishna is a habitual offender as per police records, Lakshmana said. Krishna applied for 110 RTI applications in 2022-23 in various departments and has collected documents. He had also created fake documents using fake seals and whiteners and threatened people over property issues. But police have failed to initiate any action against him for the past 10 years. Due to his torture, a woman living in the Kuvempunagar police station limits had committed suicide, the complaint read. On July 16, two persons who claimed themselves as associates of Krishna had approached Lakshmana and demanded a huge amount with regard to the MUDA case, the complaint added. When he refused the demand, Krishna lodged cases in various police stations against Lakshmana and also made false allegations on his Facebook account. As there is a threat to his life from Krishna, the police must book a case under the Goonda Act and send the RTI activist to jail, Lakshmana stated in the complaint. Meanwhile, Snehamayi Krishna has filed a counter-complaint against Lakshmana at the city police commissioner's office and demanded legal action against the Congress leader. In the complaint to the city police commissioner, Krishna had stated that Lakshmana had lodged false complaints against him in the police stations.
Karnataka: Police complaint lodged against petitioner in MUDA case
Bengaluru: Karnataka Congress spokesperson M. Laxmana has lodged a police complaint against petitioner in the Mysuru Urban Development Authority (MUDA) Snehamayi Krishna, urging the police to clamp the Goonda Act on him and also demanding his deportation. Laxmana in his complaint to the Laxmipuram police station in Mysuru stated that Snehamayi Krishna is a rowdy 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 .
Ktaka: Police complaint lodged against petitioner in MUDA case
Ktaka: Police complaint lodged against petitioner in MUDA case Bengaluru: Karnataka Congress spokesperson M. Laxmana has lodged a police complaint against petitioner in the Mysuru Urban Development Authority (MUDA) Snehamayi Krishna, urging the police to clamp the Goonda Act on him and also demanding his deportation. Laxmana in his complaint to the Laxmipuram police station [] The post Ktaka: Police complaint lodged against petitioner in MUDA case appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Centre committed to welfare of tribals: Kumaraswamy on birth anniversary of Birsa Munda
Centre committed to welfare of tribals: Kumaraswamy on birth anniversary of Birsa Munda Mysuru: The Centre is committed to the welfare and development of tribal communities, said Union Minister for Heavy Industries and Steel H.D. Kumaraswamy. On the occasion of the 150th birth anniversary of Bhagwan Birsa Munda and Janjatiya Gaurav Divas in Mysuru, he [] The post Centre committed to welfare of tribals: Kumaraswamy on birth anniversary of Birsa Munda appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Towards a truer vision of broader inclusivity
In a heartening development that could encourage the job market to be more inclusive with regards to the visually-challenged, in this case the Karnataka High Court has emphasised that preference should be given to those with absolute blindness over those with low vision in employment opportunities, albeit taking into consideration that it does not affect their ability to perform duties. This does not however mean that those with low vision are left out, instead it lays out a level playing field for those with disabilities partial or total. The case pertains to a visually-challenged woman candidate from the Scheduled Caste community in Periyapatna taluk of Mysuru district, who suffers from complete loss of sight. On March 8, 2023, her name was on the list of selected candidates for the post of Kannada and Social Studies teacher at a government primary school, for which she had applied the previous year. Despite her selection, her application was rejected on July 4, 2023. She challenged the rejection of her application before the Karnataka State Administrative Tribunal (KSAT), which, while ruling in her favour, directed the Department of School Education (DSE) to award her Rs 10,000 in costs, and set a deadline of three months to consider her application. When the case came before the High Court, the DSE argued insisting that reservation for low vision and absolute blindness should be different categories, and that the KSAT had overlooked that difference. The High Court, while disagreeing with the DSEs stance, noted that the candidate met the requirements for the role as a teacher for the said subjects, despite concerns about whether or not the completely blind candidate would be able to handle the responsibilities. The heartening part is that the High Court stressed on the positive attributes of a person with complete blindness resilience, adaptability, heightened nature of senses other than sight, strong memory and coping skills and cited real-life success stories of people with complete blindness, like Helen Keller, John Milton, Louis Braille, Homer, and Srikanth Bolla. The last is an Indian industrialist and founder-chairman of Bollant Industries, who was the first visually-impaired student in Management Science at the Sloan School of Management of Massachusetts Institute of Technology, in Cambridge, Massachusetts, USA. Based on his story, the biopic Srikanth was released earlier this year with actor Rajkummar Rao playing the title role. The High Court dismissed DSEs appeal against the earlier KSAT order. Beyond the court order, this should be a lesson for the state government, civic agencies and the public in general, who need to open their eyes and mind to being inclusive in every possible domain of life. We need to perceive and understand inclusivity in broader terms than what we easily assume it to be it should not be restricted to parities on just communal, caste or linguistic lines to which words like majority and minority are readily linked. We need to understand inclusivity for what it is provision of equal access to opportunities and resources for those who might otherwise remain excluded or marginalised, and these must include the physically and mentally challenged. A look at our public spaces should be enough to make it clear whether we do, or do not, practise inclusivity in its truest sense. It will also tell us how narrowly we practise inclusivity in our life and living, leaving our visually and physically challenged out of its ambit. While the High Courts order was linked to a specific case, pertaining to a job opportunity, it needs to be applied to a larger domain of life itself. Failing which, we need to remember Helen Kellers statement: The only thing worse than being blind is having sight, but no vision. Nirad Mudur Deputy Resident Editor, Karnataka niradgmudur@newindianexpress.com
50% of artists from Mandya, Mysuru and Ramanagara to get priority at Sammelana, says MLC
Industry support sought for developing Mysurus tourist sites
Tourism Department plans Mysuru Fest-2025 in January to attract tourists for the New Year
Events tomorrow - NOV. 16: Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan (BVB), Mysuru & Bengaluru Kendras and Infosys Foundation, Bengaluru Star of Mysore
Promoting museums as economic drivers for Mysuru
Mysuru, with a population of about 13 lakh to 15 lakh, has no less than a dozen museums and more are in the pipeline
Mysuru divisions freight operation gets a boost
National conference of farmers to be held in Mysuru in December
Mysuru annual HR conclave on Nov. 15
Renowned Yoga Guru Sharath Jois passes away at 53 after suffering heart attack
Renowned Yoga Guru R. Sharath Jois, who taught Ashtanga Yoga to students in Mysuru and other parts of the world, passed away in Virginia, USA, on Monday, i.e., November 11. He was 53 years old.
BJP offered Rs 50 crore each to 50 Congress MLAs to topple my government: Siddaramaiah
MYSURU: Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, who is facing demands from the opposition to resign over the alleged MUDA site allotment scam, made an emotional appeal to the people, urging them to stand by him to take on the political conspiracies hatched against him and his government by the opposition. Warning the BJP that the people of the state will not spare them if they attempt to touch him in the MUDA case, Siddaramaiah said, The Directorate of Enforcement (ED) is probing a fake case to dent my image and destabilise my government after they (the BJP) failed to buy 50 MLAs offering Rs 50 crore each. He said that the BJP came to power in 2008 and 2019 by buying Congress MLAs. Are BS Yediyurappa, R Ashoka, Basavaraj Bommai, and BY Vijayendra printing currency notes? the CM asked the people. The CM said that the BJP is misusing Central agencies like the ED, CBI, I-T Department, and the Governors Office to target him and his wife Parvathy in the MUDA case. They always target non-BJP CMs... they did the same to former Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal... and now it is me, the CM thundered. Siddaramaiah said that in a political career spanning over 40 years, he has served as a minister, twice as Leader of the Opposition, DyCM, and CM. Do I need such a long tenure in public life to get 14 sites? Will you (people) believe the baseless charges made by the BJP and JDS? Siddaramaiah said. Lashing out at the BJP and JDS for their propaganda against the State Government, Siddaramaiah said that even after spending Rs 55,000 crore on guarantee schemes, the state still has Rs 65,000 crore left for other development works. We are launching Rs 470 crore development works in T Narsipur alone... this is a befitting reply to the BJPs baseless charges, he said. Are the BJP workers and their families not benefiting from the guarantees? Guarantees are above caste, creed, religion, and party. Successful implementation of the guarantees has shaken the opposition. People of the state will teach the opposition a lesson, he added.
BJP offered 50 cr each to 50 Cong MLAs to topple govt: Karnataka CM
Mysuru: Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Wednesday alleged that the opposition BJP offered Rs 50 crore each to 50 Congress MLAs to remove his government. He said none of the Congress MLAs agreed with it, due to which the BJP is now resorting to filing false cases against him. To overthrow the Siddaramaiah government somehow, they (BJP) offered Rs 50 crore to 50 MLAs. Where did they get so much money from? Did former Chief Ministers B S Yediyurappa, Basavaraj Bommai, Leader of the Opposition R Ashoka, BJP state president B Y Vijayendra print the money? Siddaramaiah asked after inaugurating public works worth Rs 470 crore in the T Narasipura assembly constituency in Mysuru district. He said it was all ribe money. They have made crores of rupees. Using the money, they offered Rs 50 crore to each MLA, the chief minister alleged. But none of our MLAs agreed for it this time. That's why they have started a campaign to remove this government somehow. That's why they are doing it (filing false cases), Siddaramaiah said. The Congress has 133 MLAs in the 224-member Karnataka Assembly, whereas the BJP and its ally JD(S) have 65 and 18 MLAs respectively. Siddaramaiah accused the BJP of threatening the chief ministers of all the non-BJP ruled states through Income Tax, CBI, ED. Referring to the MUDA site allotment scam in which the Lokayukta had registered a case against him, his wife Parvathi B M and brother-in-law Mallikarjuna Swamy, Siddaramaiah said it was 100 per cent false. He said he is not the one who came into politics recently but has been into it for the past several decades and became a minister for the first time 40 years ago. He further said he was twice the leader of the opposition, twice the deputy chief minister and twice the chief minister and there were no stains on him. Today they (BJP) have filed a false case saying that Siddaramaiah and his wife have taken 14 sites. Do Siddaramaiah require politics for 14 sites? They (opposition) think people are fool. So long as I have the blessings of people, I will not yield or get cowed, he said. He said the opposition BJP and its ally JD(S) made baseless allegations, framed false cases and misused their powers by using the ED and the Governor. They tried this (misusing agencies) on many people. They did it on Soren (Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren), Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal and now they are trying on me, the chief minister said. According to him, the BJP was coming up with false cases because the five guarantees introduced by him were for the benefit of poor. Siddaramaiah alleged that the BJP came to power twice in 2008 and 2019 through the backdoor, as they did not have the people's mandate. He recalled that the BJP got 110 seats in the 224-member Karnataka assembly in 2008 and 104 seats in 2019. The chief minister claimed that the BJP paid Rs 30 crore to buy 17 MLAs three from the JD(S) and 14 from the Congress to come to power in 2019. They gave Rs 30 crore to each MLA. Where did they get so much money? Isn't it corruption money? On the other hand, Congress got 120 seats in 2013 and 136 seats in 2023, Siddaramaiah said.
No decision taken on 4% Muslim reservation in govt tenders, says Siddaramaiah
Mysuru: Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Wednesday said there was a demand for four per cent reservation for Muslims in government tenders, but no decision has been taken yet on it. Prominent Muslim leaders, including Karnataka Minister for Municipal Administration and Hajj, Rahim Khan, Congress MLAs and MLCs wrote to the chief minister on August 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 .
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About 77 per cent voter turnout in bypolls in 3 Assembly segments in Karnataka till 5 pm
BENGALURU: An estimated 76.9 per cent voters turned out till 5 pm in three Assembly segments of Karnataka where bypolls were held on Wednesday, election officials said. More than seven lakh voters were eligible to cast their votes in about 770 polling stations in Shiggaon, Sandur and Channapatna, where a total of 45 candidates were in the fray. While Channapatna recorded a record 8426 per cent voter turnout, it was 75.07 per cent in Shiggaon, and 71.47 per cent in Sandur, the officials said. By-polls for Sandur, Shiggaon, and Channapatna were necessitated, as the seats fell vacant following the election of their respective representatives -- E Tukaram of Congress, former Chief Minister Basavaraj Bommai of BJP, and Union Minister H D Kumaraswamy of JD(S) -- to Lok Sabha in the May elections. Channapatna has the highest number of 31 candidates in the fray, while Sandur and Shiggaon have six and eight contenders, respectively. Police made elaborate security arrangements in the three segments for the smooth conduct of the polls. The by-polls witnessed a straight fight between the ruling Congress and BJP in Sandur and Shiggaon segments, while in Channapatna, JD(S), which is part of the NDA, is in contest against the grand old party. We (Congress) will win all the three seats.I have campaigned in the three segments. Looking at the response from the people, I'm confident that we will win all three seats, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah told reporters in Mysuru. Among the three segments, Channapatna is considered to be a 'high profile', where the contest is between C P Yogeeshwara, a five time MLA from the segment and former minister, who joined the Congress quitting BJP recently, and actor-turned -politician Nikhil Kumaraswamy, who is Kumaraswamy's son and former Prime Minister H D Deve Gowda's grandson. Yogeeshwara, after casting his vote, said there was a good atmosphere and he felt that the people of Channapatna were with the Congress government and with him. He said that his personal stake was involved in the election along with that of the Congress party and the government, as this was also the home district of Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar. Stating that political developments and pressure from party workers led him to enter the poll fray, Nikhil Kumaraswamy said on getting an opportunity to represent the constituency, he would honestly work for the welfare of the people of the segment and fulfill their expectations. BJP's Bharath Bommai, son of Basavaraj Bommai, had a direct fight against Congress' Yasir Ahmed Khan Pathan, who had faced defeat against the former chief minister in the 2023 Assembly polls, in Shiggaon. Expressing confidence about his son's win with a big margin, Basavaraj Bommai hit out at the ruling Congress accusing it of using government machinery, money power and also caste during campaigning. The entire government, ministers and legislators were here, the government had stopped functioning, it seemed as though Vidhana Soudha was locked...ministers and legislators had come with money bags. Disregarding democratic principles they conspired to win the polls in the name of money and caste...CM Siddaramaiah has stooped to such low. People will defeat them, he said. With Nikhil Kumaraswamy and Bharath Bommai contesting, the third generation of Gowda and Bommai families is in the fray in this by-poll. Both their fathers and grandfathers have served as chief ministers in the past. In Sandur, Bellary MP Tukaram's wife E Annapurna of Congress is contesting from the seat vacated by her husband, against BJP state ST Morcha president Bangaru Hanumanthu, who is considered close to party leader and former mining baron G Janardhana Reddy.
No decision on 4 pc minority reservation in contracts: Karnataka CM
Bengaluru: Reacting to the reservation of Muslims in contracts, Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah clarified on Wednesday, November 13 that no decision has been taken on giving reservations to Muslims in awarding contracts by the state government. Responding to the BJPs criticism regarding reservations for Muslims in government contracts, Siddaramaiah stated in Mysuru that just as 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 .
Renowned Yoga guru Sharath Jois passes away at 53
Renowned Yoga Guru R. Sharath Jois, who taught Ashtanga Yoga to students in Mysuru and other parts of the world, passed away in Virginia, USA, on Monday, i.e., November 11 at the age of 53.
Karnataka CM Promises Power, Water to Kerehaadi Tribals
Bengaluru: Thanks to the intervention of Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, tribals of Kerehaadi in Heggadadevanakote taluk of Mysuru district get assurance of access to power and water supply to their hamlet after generations of waiting. Tribals of Kerehaadi have settled inside Nagarahole Tiger Reserve and tribals have power or water supply connectivity owing to conservation laws coming in the way. After taking note of the ordeal faced by tribal for generations without power and water supply, Chief Minister discussed with officials on the ways to ensure power and water supply to these hamlets and intervening Deputy Commissioner Lakshmikanth Reddy assured the Chief Minister to clear hurdles in the way and initiate measures to supply power and water supply to Kerehaadi and eight other tribal hamlets in a month. Chief Minister Siddaramaiah visited Kerehaadi and gave patient hearing to the problems faced by tribals. During his visit to the house of Ganesh and Ramesh, Chief Minister was told that tribals have no access to power nor water supply. In response to the problems, the Chief Minister stated no conservation laws restricted officials from supplying power and water to tribal hamlets. Siddaramaiah assured the tribals to convene a meeting of the State Wildlife Board headed by him at the earliest to chalk out a solution to allow construction of houses by tribals inside forest areas. Earlier, Venkatesh, Narasimha and Bhagya brought to the notice of the Chief Minister that forest officials have barred them from using tractors to till their agricultural lands. The tribal leaders demanded the Chief Minister to constitute a Corporation for Tribals and made it clear to him that tribals are not nomads and have settled inside forest areas for generations, Reacting to the demand, the Chief Minister assured to look into their demand for formation of Tribal Corporation.
Judicial Commission visits MUDA office in Mysuru
The State government constituted the Commission headed by Justice P.N. Desai to look into the alleged irregularities in the allotment of sites by the MUDA
Hearing impaired get free BTE aids at AIISH
The premier speech and hearing institute in Mysuru collaborates with a Telangana-based NGO to provide hearing aids to the needy among the BPL families
Limiting education only to upper caste is wrong: Siddaramaiah
Limiting education only to upper caste is wrong: Siddaramaiah Mysuru: Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah said on Tuesday that limiting education only to the upper caste is wrong. Education is no ones exclusive right. Valmiki (author of Hindu the sacred scripture Ramayana), Vyasa (author of the Hindu sacred scripture Mahabharata), and Kanakadasa all hailed from Shudra [] The post Limiting education only to upper caste is wrong: Siddaramaiah appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
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Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah hints at cabinet reinstatement for MLA Nagendra
MYSURU: Chief Minister Siddaramaiah hinted at a potential cabinet reinstatement for MLA B Nagendra, who had resigned from his ministerial post amid Valmiki board scam controversies. Speaking at an event in HD Kote on Tuesday, Siddaramaiah stated, B Nagendra will be given a ministerial position soon, reassuring supporters and Nayaka community members who had gathered for the inauguration of development projects worth Rs 443.64 crore in the constituency. This came in response to demands from the Nayaka community members requesting a ministerial position for HD Kote MLA C Anil Kumar, Siddaramaiah clarified his commitment. While Siddaramaiah was addressing Anil's supporters and Prasannananda Puri Swamiji of the Rajanahalli mutt, he emphasised, Nagendra will be given the position. I do not go back on my word. The issue surrounding Nagendras reinstatement has been contentious. His previous role was marred by allegations from the opposition BJP, who filed cases accusing him of fund misappropriation within the Valmiki Development Corporation, a charge Nagendra has denied. Recently released on bail, he now appears positioned for a return to Siddaramaiahs cabinet, pending by-elections, he said. Supporters of HD Kotes MLA C Anil Kumar from the Nayaka community had pushed for his induction into the cabinet, highlighting the communitys role and seeking greater representation. However, Siddaramaiah's remarks suggest that his priority remains Nagendras return but assured that Anil will be positioned well with a plum post in the following days.
Kaala Kumaraswamy: Ktaka Minister Zameer Khan apologises to Kumaraswamy & JD-S
Kaala Kumaraswamy: Ktaka Minister Zameer Khan apologises to Kumaraswamy & JD-S Mysuru: Zameer Ahmad Khan, the Tourism and Waqf minister of Karnataka, who stirred a controversy by addressing the Union Minister HD Kumaraswamy as Kaala Kumaraswamy has tendered apologies for his remarks. Speaking to reporters in Mysuru on Tuesday, Minister Zameer stated that he will [] The post Kaala Kumaraswamy: Ktaka Minister Zameer Khan apologises to Kumaraswamy & JD-S appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Events today Nov. 12: Noopura Kalavidaru Samskrutika Trust, Mysuru - Star of Mysore
Events today Nov. 12: Noopura Kalavidaru Samskrutika Trust, Mysuru Star of Mysore
Varchas Whiskey expands into India with plans to reach 10 states by 2025
BENGALURU: Varchas Whiskey, a brand of the US-based Shankar Distillers, has set its sights on an ambitious India expansion strategy, aiming to enter around 10 states by the end of 2025. Founded by Varchasvi Shankar, who hails from Mysuru, the brand plans to introduce a wider selection from its eclectic portfolio across India. Currently, Varchas operates through approximately 200 retail outlets in India, covering Karnataka, Goa, Delhi, Maharashtra, and Telangana. These include hotels, liquor stores, bars, restaurants, duty-free outlets, and premium high-grade retail locations, Shankar told TNIE . We envision expanding to at least 500 touchpoints, targeting Haryana, Kerala, and Tamil Nadu, among other states. In Karnataka, Varchas products are already available in Bengaluru, Mysuru, Kodagu, and Mangaluru. Launched in Troy, Michigan, in 2020, Varchas introduced a unique range of spirits to the American market, particularly in the bourbon and rye whiskey categories. The Varchas Straight Bourbon lineup includes 90 Proof, Sherry and Port Cask Finish, Single Barrel, and Reserve 102 options. Additionally, the Varchas Straight Rye range includes 90 Proof, Cask Strength, and Single Barrel variants. The company has since added 900 Grados Tequila, Dasara Gin, and Varchas Vodka to its portfolio. Bourbon and rye whiskey differ primarily in the type of grain used in their mash bills, resulting in distinct flavour profiles. While bourbon, made with at least 51 per cent corn, has a sweeter taste with hints of vanilla, oak, and caramel, rye uses at least 51 per cent rye grain, producing a spicier and drier flavour, often with notes of black pepper or clove. Considered the first successful American craft whiskey brand to enter India, Varchas launched its Straight Bourbon, Straight Rye, and Detroit Reserve Blended American Whiskey in the country. As part of our vision, we also want to bring other products, such as vodka, gin, and tequila, apart from another whiskey brand, to India, Shankar added. Indias whiskey market was valued at 21.13 billion dollars in 2023 and is projected to reach 28.97 billion dollars by 2030. Although American whiskey is gaining ground, it remains a relatively untapped segment. A young population, rising incomes, and increasing urbanisation are driving this trend. Shankar noted that Varchas aims to appeal to the aspirations and purchasing power of the Indian market, which is seeking premiumisation. We operate in a niche market, but where the consumers are aware, educated, and discerning. They include millennials and Gen Z, who dont want to drink just some old whiskies but rather something new. We are making a premium product available to them, he said. All of Varchas' spirits are distilled and bottled at its Michigan facility, which has a production capacity of 7,500 cases. The company prides itself on using locally sourced ingredients and water from the Great Lakes for its recipes. Globally, Varchas has plans to expand into Canada, Japan, and the UK, while currently serving markets in Michigan, Georgia, Texas, Florida, Maryland, Washington DC, Virginia, Illinois, California, and Pennsylvania in the United States.
Karnataka: Lokayukta conducts raids on 11 govt officials
Bengaluru: Karnataka Lokayukta on Tuesday conducted raids on eleven government officials in various parts of the state, official sources said. The raids started in the morning and are in progress at multiple locations linked to the officials at several places including Belagavi, Haveri, Davangere, Kalaburagi, Mysuru, Ramanagara and Dharwad, they said Also ReadSavarnas oppose Dalit 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 .
Disproportionate Assets: Lokayukta raids on govt officers across Ktaka
Disproportionate Assets: Lokayukta raids on govt officers across Ktaka Bengaluru: Karnataka Lokayukta sleuths are conducting multiple raids across the state on residences and offices of government officers. The raids are underway in Bidar, Belagavi, Dharwad, Mysuru, Davanagere districts. Sources stated that the raids were conducted following information on amassing of disproportionate wealth by the officers. [] The post Disproportionate Assets: Lokayukta raids on govt officers across Ktaka appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Yoga Guru R. Sharath Jois Passes Away at 53 in USA
R. Sharath Jois, a renowned Ashtanga yoga teacher from Mysuru, passed away in Virginia, USA, on November 11 at the age of 53 due to cardiac arrest. He was the grandson of the legendary Yoga Guru, the late K. Pattabhi Jois, and continued to carry forward the Ashtanga yoga tradition. Born on September 29, 1971, in Mysuru, Sharath Jois was immersed in yoga from an early age, being the son of Saraswathi and Rangaswamy. By the age of seven, he had begun practicing asanas, and under the guidance of his grandfather, he advanced his knowledge of yoga's primary and intermediate series. Despite pursuing a diploma in electronics at JSS College in Mysuru, Sharath felt his true calling was in yoga. At 19, he made yoga his life's purpose, waking up at 3:30 am daily to study and assist his grandfather at the Lakshmipuram Yoga School and later in Gokulam. Sharath's dedication to the practice was unmatched. He would rise at 1 am six days a week to complete his personal practice before teaching others at his own Sharath Yoga Centre in Mysuru. His commitment to Ashtanga yoga was admired worldwide, with celebrities like Madonna, Gwyneth Paltrow, and Sting among his many students. A true ambassador of Ashtanga, Sharath carried the legacy of his grandfather with humility and kindness, inspiring countless individuals globally. He is survived by his wife Shruthi, daughter Shraddha, and son Sambhav. Asthma Patients Should Adopt These Measures to Avoid Pollution and Find Relief
Lokayukta conducts raids on 11 government officials in Karnataka
BENGALURU : The Karnataka Lokayukta police on Tuesday conducted simultaneous raids at 44 locations across the state targeting nine government officials suspected of holding assets disproportionate to their known sources of income. The accused officials include Vittal Shivappa Dhavaleshwar, Village Accountant, Bore Gaon, Nippani taluk of Belagavi district; Srinivas, Deputy Director of the Women and Child Welfare Department, Haveri; Kashinath Bhajantri, Assistant Engineer, Rural Drinking Water and Sanitation Sub-Division, Haveri; Kamaraj P. H., Assistant Director of the Commerce and Industries Department, Davanagere; Ravindra Kumar, Assistant Director, District Training Institute, Bidar; Nagesh D., Public Relations Officer, Mysuru City Corporation, Mysuru; Prakash, Divisional Mechanical Engineer, Karnataka State Road Corporation, Ramanagara; Venkatesh S. Majumdar, Assistant Commissioner, Commercial Tax Department, Belagavi; and Govindappa, Assistant Executive Engineer, Dharwad. According to sources in the Lokayukta, teams from the police wing of the anti-corruption watchdog are conducting searches on the premises of the accused officials, including their offices, residences, and properties belonging to their relatives. During these searches, valuables including cash, jewellery, and documents related to both movable and immovable properties have been recovered. The search operations are expected to conclude late on Tuesday evening, after which the total value of the disproportionate assets held by the accused officials will be disclosed, according to Lokayukta police sources.
MUDA Scam: RTI activist levels fresh allegations against Karnataka CM
Social activist Snehamayi Krishna has accused Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah of influencing a land allotment from the Mysuru Urban Development Authority (MUDA) to his wife. Krishna alleges that MUDA's special Tehsildar paid the stamp duty for the land purchase, indicating potential impropriety. Congress spokesperson M Lakshmana defended Siddaramaiah and criticized Krishna for interfering with the ongoing investigation.
Ragi, paddy procurement under MSP to start soon in Mysuru
MSP for ragi has been fixed at 4,290 a quintal while for paddy, the MSP is 2,300 a quintal; farmers must register on the FRUITS portal to use the facility
Siddaramaiah to launch projects in Mysuru today, tomorrow
BE to BeautyMysuru girl makes her mark in US fashion world - Star of Mysore
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Events today Nov. 11: Rangayana, Mysuru - Star of Mysore
Events today Nov. 11: Rangayana, Mysuru Star of Mysore
Wayanad: Down-to-earth issues plague high-profile constituency
KALPETTA: Crossing the Thamarassery Ghat road, which connects Kozhikode and Wayanad, is an exercise that calls for much patience and pluck. The stretch is prone to traffic blocks that can take hours to clear. The situation gets worse on weekends or holidays when travel plans can get totally disrupted. Delays can even be a matter of life and death for patients being moved for critical care to Kozhikode, for want of medical facilities in Wayanad. Alternative routes are the only possible solution and the Centre announced development of the 109km-long Purakkattiri-Kuttiadi-Mananthavady-Mysuru stretch at a cost of `7,134 crore last January. The project will reduce the impact of the night travel ban at Bandipur Tiger Reserve. An effective member of Parliament (MP) in Wayanad can help realise the project without much sweat. We have been agitating for various development projects in the district, including the Poozhithode-Padinjarathara road and an alternative Wayanad-Kozhikode route, says Babu Philip, a social activist from Mananthavady. For the past 25 years, we have been raising the issue of inadequate medical facilities in Wayanad, says C D Saraswathi, head of the Sickle Cell Anaemia Patients Association. There are 1,050 patients, including over 600 tribal people, in Wayanad district suffering from the genetic disorder. We still depend on the Ghat road to reach Kozhikode MCH during emergencies, she points out.Mananthavady has a government medical college hospital. But why are we still being referred to Kozhikode for treatment? We need a special unit in Wayanad, Saraswathi adds. Workers at a coffee plantation in Wayanad VIP constituency Lok Sabha elections in Wayanad used to be a tame affair until Congress leader Rahul Gandhi decided to run from the constituency in 2019. This placed Wayanad in the national spotlight. Priyanka Gandhi Vadras decision to contest the seat vacated by her brother, following his second win in the general election earlier this year, has accorded the constituency wider recognition, given that this marks her foray into electoral politics. And Priyanka has signalled that she is up to the challenge, surprising even her campaign managers with unscheduled house visits and interactions with people from all walks of life. Although such actions have generated a wave of goodwill and hope, the glitter and glamour of a high-profile campaign threatens to submerge the real issues of the constituency. Disaster sidelined Chief among them is the rehabilitation of the victims of the July 30 landslides in Chooralmala and Mundakkai, which left a trail of destruction in three wards in Meppadi panchayat. People who lost everything in the tragedy are still living in rented houses or government quarters. With owners of the estates identified to relocate them approaching courts, official rehabilitation plans have been put on hold. Everyone is focused on the by-elections, and this includes the government and the media. The search for the bodies of missing persons has been halted and problems related to issuing of death certificates for the missing victims havent been resolved. There are a lot of issues that require the urgent attention of officials, including speeding up procedures to debt write-off and comprehensive rehabilitation projects, said Shajimon, a Chooralmala native who now resides in Ambalavayal and is the convenor of the Chooralmala Jana Shabdham Action Council. Wild threats Tourists to Wayanad are left awe-struck by the scenic beauty that greets them. But for residents who live in the constant shadow of wild-animal attacks, life has not been enchanting. This year alone, such attacks have claimed five lives in the district. There are protests every time a human life is lost and authorities come up with assurances, but these have not translated into significant measures. Wild animals are also a source of frustration and anger for farmers in Wayanad, an agrarian district. Wayanad coffee is gradually becoming the global face of Kerala. Wayanad robusta coffee offers a wide range of opportunities. However, coffee growers are having to deal with regular wild animal attacks. We have also been demanding further relaxations for plantations under the Kerala Land Reforms (Amendment) Act, said Anoop Palukunnu, president, Wayanad Coffee Growers Association.
Events today Nov. 10: Sri Krishna Ganasabha, Mysuru - Star of Mysore
Events today Nov. 10: Sri Krishna Ganasabha, Mysuru Star of Mysore
Events today - Nov. 10: Rangavalli, Mysuru, Kannada & Culture, Bengaluru and Vijaya Vittala Educational Institutions (VVEI), Mysuru Star of Mysore
AITUC celebrates 105th Foundation Day in Mysuru
Mysuru Sangeetha Sugandha concludes
Tourism Ministry to promote the event beyond State
UDUPI : Gone are the days when you woke up to crows cawing or woodpeckers pecking your neighbourhood tree. With rapid urbanisation, even the common house sparrow has become uncommon! The fallout is that, todays children have limited interaction with birds. The feathered beauties also provide a wonderful opportunity for children to connect with nature at a tender age and develop a deeper understanding of the world around them. The Early Bird initiative of the Nature Conservation Foundation (NCF), a charitable trust with its head office in Mysuru and functioning across the country, is supporting the cause of making naturists out of children. The foundation engages children in various outreach activities to make them bird lovers through Arivu Kendras rural libraries in Karnataka. It all started with the Rural Development and Panchayat Raj Department rebranding gram panchayat libraries in Karnataka as Arivu Kendras not long ago. In March this year, under the Early Bird initiative, NCF came forward to transform 500 librarians at Arivu Kendras in all districts into bird educators. There are 16 such bird educators in as many Arivu Kendras in Udupi district alone. NCF has equipped these libraries with a specially designed Nature Education Kit to foster a deeper understanding of nature and birds among children. Abhisheka Krishnagopal, Programme Manager, Education and Public Engagement, NCF, who led the training for master trainers, told The New Sunday Express that experienced nature educators from across the state were trained who now conduct workshops for librarians at Arivu Kendras. The nature education kits are used to ignite curiosity about nature and birds among children. Abhisheka added that children have an innate curiosity about nature which is lost as they grow up. Birds can be a wonderful starting point for nature education since they are beautiful and interesting and can be found all around us, no matter where we live. Through the Early Bird initiative, we work towards facilitating this by creating high-quality resources, training people to become bird educators, and conducting outreach, she adds. The initiative between NCF and Karnataka government aims to take bird education to 500 Arivu Kendras across the state. Through this, we are promoting nature education in a fun and interactive manner. Close to 1620 libraries from each district were selected and equipped with nature education kits. They consist of posters of birds and plants, a set of 40 flashcards about common birds of Karnataka, creative activities like join-the-dots and folk-art bird activity sheets, games like bingo, jigsaw puzzles, storybooks, and natural history booklets, Abhisheka says. In March this year, 12 nature educators from NCF travelled across 31 districts, training 500 gram panchayat librarians to use the kit. Sumathi, a librarian at the Arivu Kendra in Havanje, Udupi district, told TNSE that the biodiversity committee existed in Havanje earlier too, and a lot of activities concerning birds and nature were conducted. The Early Bird initiative further boosted the bird-watching exercise in our village, she said. As a master trainer, Sumathi said Havanje has four spots where bird sightings are common. Around 400 species of birds visit our village, and children can identify them. We conduct bird watching in the village at 6 am, and along with kids, adults too join us in good numbers, she adds. Deepa S Shetty, the librarian at the Arivu Kendra in Tallur near Kundapur taluk of Udupi district, says that puzzles in the kits helped children match birds with their diets and habitats and also other facts about winged friends. More children are coming to the library now after their class hours, and on Sundays too, she says. In June 2024, three NGOs Adhyayan Foundation, Childrens Movement for Civic Awareness (CMCA) and the Early Bird programme of NCF -- collaborated to develop a year-long course in creating child-friendly libraries. They aim to make librarians more confident and turn them into creative resource persons who can run library programmes regularly and effectively for children. Trained librarians now can identify birds, remember bird calls, draw birds and play bird-related games, as well as narrate several interesting facts about birds.
Congress functionary slaps minister at private ceremony in Mysuru
MYSURU: An alleged attack on a Karnataka minister by a Congress leader at a private function held in Mysuru is doing the rounds amid political circles. Though no complaint has been filed or video taken, sources said the minister arrived at a hotel to attend an engagement ceremony organised by an elected representative. The minister came across the leader, spoke to him in a lighter vein and touched his head. Suddenly an enraged Congress leader slapped the minister, shocking the people around, the sources said. Both the minister and the leader have known each other for many years and worked together in Janata Dal and Congress now. The ministers supporters and others left the place without creating ruckus to avoid public attention. When The New Sunday Express contacted a few congress leaders, they downplayed it, saying it was just for fun. But Union Minister HD Kumaraswamy alleged that the minister and Congress leader clashed over a transfer row. During his election campaigning in Channapatna, he told media persons that the slapgate was over sharing the booty. If a minister is attacked, where is this state heading to, he asked.
The Channapatna Act: When two actors fight, who will have the last laugh?
CHANNAPATNA: Nestled between the state capital Bengaluru and cultural capital Mysuru, Channapatna, the Land of Toys, has a long history of intense political battles. Come November 13, two actors-turned-politicians the NDAs Nikhil Kumaraswamy and Congress CP Yogeshwara will fight it out in the Vokkaliga-dominated Channapatna Assembly constituency. The bypoll here was necessitated by the election of JDS state president HD Kumaraswamy to the Lok Sabha in May this year. While the DK brothers want to avenge the loss they tasted in the Lok Sabha polls, Kumaraswamy, who is now a Union Minister, is sweating it out to ensure that his son Nikhil is lucky the third time, having lost an Assembly and Lok Sabha election each. The New Sunday Express travelled to the constituency to study the political pulse of voters in Channapatna. Both Yogeshwara and Nikhil are strong... I will vote as per my conscience, said Devaramma, a 72-year-old vegetable vendor in Channapatna town. Manu, a flower vendor, too, echoed her sentiments. The contest, which looked one-sided in favour of Yogeshwara till a week ago, is turning out to be a cliffhanger. Political observers said the strategy adopted by Kumaraswamy seems to be working and may have titled the balance. Kumaraswamy has managed to polarise Vokkaligas to a major extent in favour of his son Nikhil as former PM and the latters grandfather HD Deve Gowda, despite being 92 years old, campaigned extensively and evoked emotions among the voting public. Kumaraswamy has also struck at the AHINDA votebank and the traditional votebase of Yogeshwara. The backward Tigala, Urs and Besta (fishermen) communities have always backed Yogeshwara, despite him switching parties several times. Now, a small portion of them are inclined towards Nikhil, analysed a JDS insider. We are traditionally JDS supporters and will back Nikhil, said Basavaraj Urs of AV Agrahara. But the majority of the Urs community still supports Yogeshwara, as he was with the community for a long time and also helped us, asserts Srinivas Raj Urs, a shopkeeper at Honganuru, where a state-of-the-art Urs community hall has come up, which is now sheltering the paramilitary forces. Gowda and Yediyurappa accuse Congress of misgovernance, back Nikhil Kumaraswamy in Channapatna bypoll DyCM and state Congress chief DK Shivakumar is leaving no stone unturned to ensure his party candidate CP Yogeshwaras victory JDS leaders Vishkantaiah and Nagaraju, both Tigalas from Kannidoddi, expressed concern over their communitys youth from BJP continuing to follow Yogeshwara. We will try to convince them, they said. A shepherd from the community, Doddaiah, hinted that the community will decide at the last minute whether to vote for Nikhil or Yogeshwara enmasse. Gunamma, a traditional JDS voter, and Jayamma, a Congress supporter, confirmed that two installments of money promised under the Gruha Lakshmi guarantee scheme are yet to reach them. If there are four voters in a family, two will back Nikhil and two Yogeshwara, Gunamma said with Jayamma nodding. Mahesh, a Tigala farmer in AV Palya, said Yogeshwara is his favourite. Venkataiah, a Besta, recalled Yogeshwaras initiative to fill tanks, which has been the politicians main talking point. Deve Gowda claiming credit for the Iggaluru barrage has not had an impact among middle-aged farmers, who say it was Yogeshwaras project. Similarly, Mysuru-Kodagu MP Yaduveer Krishnadatta Chamaraja Wadiyars influence on the Urs community is not up to the expectations for NDA, a political expert said. At Honganuru, a section of Dalits feel let down by Yogeshwara as they think he took them for granted as traditional Congress voters and did not attend to their grievances, especially during a dispute over temple land. Dalit votes may split, despite Social Welfare Minister Dr HC Mahadevappa, a strong leader from the community, campaigning for Yogeshwara. JDS has roped in over 1,000 Muslim youth for campaigning, but their families feel let down and hope that they will come back to Congress once the community heads come out with their message. Housing Minister BZ Zameer Ahmed Khan, who was instrumental in Yogeshwara joining Congress, too could arrive to clear the mess in the constituency, which has a large Muslim population, a community leader said. The stakes are high for both DK Shivakumar, DyCM and state Congress president, and Kumaraswamy to reign as the top Vokkaliga leader. But Pradeep of Kodipura and Nanje Gowda of Vitalenagalli said campaigning by Deve Gowda, being a supreme Vokkaliga leader, is likely to help Nikhil. A team of 150 Congress officebearers has camped in the constituency and is reporting directly to Shivakumar. The canvassing saw Nikhil breaking down and the Congress calling it a political gimmick. Now, all eyes are on November 23 the counting day to know who has the last laugh. Gowda slams congress leaders, accuses Yogeshwara of betrayal in Channapatna bypoll campaign
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BENGALURU: To cut down on operational costs, the Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC) is operating more than 10 per cent of its buses without conductors, thus reducing the cost per kilometre (CPKM) by Rs 10. The bus corporation has currently opted for the single-crew model in over 850 buses. Sharing details about the model, KSRTC MD Anbu Kumar said, The model has been introduced in point-to-point routes with few or no stops on select routes such as Bengaluru-Mysuru, Bengaluru-Hassan, Bengaluru-Davanagere, Bengaluru-Shivamogga, Bengaluru-Madikeri, Bengaluru-Kolar and others. Tickets will be issued by the driver at the boarding point and when additional passengers board along the way. Explaining the motive behind the introduction of the single-crew model, Kumar said, KSRTC operates over 8,000 buses every day including ordinary and premium buses, covering over 28 lakh kilometres every day. The cost per kilometre includes the capital costs, interests, diesel, administrative costs, and conductor and driver costs which come up to Rs 50 per km to operate our buses. Only if our earning per kilometre (EPKM) is more than Rs 50 per km, the bus corporation will make profits. However, out of 8,000 buses, around 5,000 buses are earning less than Rs 50 per km, owing to multiple factors including lesser number of passengers. While admitting that public bus corporations are supposed to serve people and not make money, the MD said the Corporation is always exploring ways to cut down costs to serve better without burdening passengers and one such move is the conductor-less model. The KSRTC is able to save around Rs 10 per km. We have introduced this model only on routes with travel times of around five hours. For journeys longer than 5-6 hours, it will be challenging for the driver to manage without assistance, Kumar said.
Stakes high for all, but bigger for CM Siddaramaiah in Karnataka by-polls
MYSURU: The November 13 bypolls to three Assembly constituencies in Karnataka is indeed a matter of prestige for the three big political parties. But it is a bigger battle for Chief Minister Siddaramaiah who is entangled in controversies involving the allotment of sites by MUDA and alleged irregularities in the Karnataka Maharshi Valmiki Scheduled Tribes Development Corporation Ltd. In Channapatna in the Old Mysuru region, there is a high-voltage battle between the Gowda family and the DK Brothers. Former PM HD Deve Gowda, Union Minister and state JDS chief HD Kumaraswamy, DyCM DK Shivakumar, and his brother, former Bangalore Rural MP DK Suresh, are campaigning extensively. While the NDA has fielded Nikhil Kumaraswamy, son of Kumaraswamy and grandson of Deve Gowda, the Congress has fielded former BJP leader CP Yogeshwara. Both the Gowda family and the DK Brothers are sweating it out to win Channapatna to claim the title of the Vokkaliga leadership, the prominent community in the region. A proxy battle for Vokkaliga supremacy Gowda, 92, has entered the campaign arena alongside BJP strongman and former CM BS Yediyurappa to ensure Nikhils victory. This will be Nikhils third electoral battle after losing the 2023 Assembly elections from Ramanagara and the 2019 Lok Sabha polls from Mandya. Nikhils opponent Yogeshwara had recently joined the Congress from the BJP. In Shiggaon in North Karnataka, MP and former CM Basavaraj Bommai is campaigning to ensure not just his son, Bharat Bommais victory, but also to retain his hold on his home turf and strengthen his position in the BJP. Bharat is making his debut in electoral politics. Suspense ends: CP Yogeshwara, Ballari MPs wife to battle for bypolls in Congress ticket In Ballaris Sandur constituency, MP E Tukaram is campaigning for his wife and Congress candidate Annapoorna. The battle in Sandur, a mining region, is a Herculean one for Tukaram, as his wifes opponents are BJP leaders Janardhana Reddy and B Sriramulu. Any setback for the Congress in the Sandur bypoll could give scope for the re-emergence of Reddy as a prominent leader in the Ballari region after nearly a decade. Personally, a loss in the three bypolls could cause bigger damage for Siddaramaiah and his leadership at a time when he is under relentless attack by the Opposition JDS and BJP over various issues, including the MUDA and ST Corporation rows and now the alleged corruption in the Excise Department. Though Siddaramaiah has claimed that he has done no wrong, the Opposition is seeking his resignation. A loss for the Congress will be considered as a referendum against Siddaramaiahs leadership, opined a political expert. Siddaramaiah not only faces attacks from the Opposition, but there are many within his own party and cabinet who are nurturing ambitions to become the CM. This may put pressure on the Congress high command, which in turn would affect governance and weaken Siddaramaiahs position in the Congress. A Congress victory in Channapatna will send out a strong message that the Vokkaligas who ditched the party in the recent Lok Sabha elections are backing it once again, which in turn would be a boost for Shivakumar, the state Congress chief. Though the bypolls will not have any bearing on the Congress position in the Assembly (as it has 136 MLAs), a win in all three seats will further cement Siddaramaiahs position not just as CM but also within his party. A victory means that Siddaramaiah can claim that he has the support of Vokkaligas and Lingayats along with his traditional AHINDA voters. As far as the NDA is concerned, a Congress win may give room for fissure in the alliance between JDS and BJP.
MUDA case: Siddaramaiahs close aide & six others get ED notices
Bengaluru: The ED has issued summons to K. Marigowda, a close aide of Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, who recently resigned to the post of the Chairman of Mysuru Urban Development Authority (MUDA) case citing health reasons. He has been asked to appear before the ED for investigation immediately, sources said, adding that Siddaramaiah is also 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 .
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