Karnataka real estate enters high-growth phase as CREDAI expands reach
Karnataka's real estate sector is experiencing a high-growth cycle, driven by infrastructure development, IT demand, and investor confidence. Bengaluru leads the market, with tier-2 cities like Mangaluru, Mysuru, and Belagavi emerging as new growth frontiers. CREDAI Karnataka is expanding its reach to foster this broad-based, sustainable growth.
Expert team from IIT Roorkee visits Devaraja Market and Lansdowne building in Mysuru for inspection
Dasara festivities see record waste collection by Mysuru City Corporation
Mysuru ready to lead in innovation, say industry leaders
Rare all-night Hindustani music fest in Mysuru on October 11
Mysuru MP urges govt. to confer Karnataka Ratna award posthumously on S.L. Bhyrappa
MUDA case: Enforcement Directorate attaches 34 immovable properties, worth 40.08 crore
The ED initiated investigation on the basis of the FIR registered by Lokayukta Police Mysuru in the case of alleged largescale scam in allotment of site by MUDA.
ED attaches fresh Rs 40-cr worth assets in Karnataka MUDA case
NEW DELHI, Oct 6: The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Monday said it has attached fresh assets worth Rs 40 crore in connection with the Karnataka MUDA-linked money laundering investigation. A provisional order for attaching 34 immovable assets, including some MUDA (Mysuru Urban Development Authority) sites, was issued on October 4 under the provisions of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), they said. The market value of these assets is Rs 40.08 crore, the federal probe agency said in [] The post ED attaches fresh Rs 40-cr worth assets in Karnataka MUDA case appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Mysuru Dasara procession: Prizes announced for best tableaux
Karnatakas Mandya district wins national award for Jal Sanchay Jan Bhagidari campaign
The district bagged the first prize in the Mysuru Division
Minister denies violation of protocol
Guru Basavanna Ratha procession in Bengaluru today
BENGALURU: A Guru Basavanna Ratha Yatra will be held in Bengaluru on Saturday, to mobilise the Lingayat community. The procession will be led by a chariot, and followed by over 500 two-wheelers through the city streets. The rally will begin after 7:55am when the ratha enters from Tumakuru Road, and go towards Yeshwanthpur, where it will be welcomed near the Mysuru Soap Factory. The proccession will then head into Rajajinagar, where Dr Gangaji Mataji and her disciples will perform prayers at the Basavanna statue in Basavanna Mantapa. The ratha will continue through Basaveshwaranagar and Vijayanagar, where it will be welcomed by leaders of Basava organisations, and later through Chamarajpet and Jayanagar. The journey will culminate at Basavaveshwara Circle, where members of the Basava Samithi will hold a meeting, and bring together voices of the community. Chandramouli N Lingayat, one of the organisers, told TNIE, We had successful Basava Abhiyans in 30 districts and as a conclusion, we will have the Samaropa Samarambha on October 5, in which CM Siddaramaiah and other ministers will participate. The Guru Basavanna Ratha Yatra in which bike riders will participate will be the run-up to the Samaropa Samarambha. He said they held a meeting on Friday evening with Police Commissioner Seemanth Kumar Singh and senior officers to finalise a traffic plan so that no one is inconvenienced when lakhs of people reach Palace Grounds.
Mysuru: Theatre personalities to take part in discussion on Kailasam
Rekha Sowdi and team feted at Mysuru Dasara
Srisailam temple restoration works sticking to original architectural style
The works are likely to be completed in the next six months and will ensure that the temple structure remains strong for the next 200 years without any further repairs, says K. Munirathnam Reddy, Director (Epigraphy), ASI Mysuru
Bengaluru-Mysuru stretch registers record number of bus trips during Dasara
KSRTC rises to challenge, handles record Mysuru Dasara passenger rush
Torchlight Parade brings the curtain down on Dasara celebrations in Mysuru
Dasara boost: Mysuru zoo attracts over 1.56 lakh visitors, earns 1.91 crore
500 additional pourakarmikas deployed during Dasara to keep Mysuru clean
Lakhs Wait For Hours on Roads Of Mysuru City To Watch Jumbo Savari
Abhimanyu, decorated with organic paints, carried the golden howdah for the sixth time in a procession which took about 2-hours to cover the distance from its starting point Mysore Palace to Bannimantap
Mysuru Dasara festivities ends with spectacular procession
Mysuru: Curtains came down on the 11-day-long world-renowned Mysuru Dasara celebrations in this palace city on Thursday, with a spectacular procession on the occasion of Vijayadashami, marking the grand finale. Celebrated as Nada Habba (state festival), the Dasara or Sharan Navaratri festivities was a grand affair this year, showcasing Karnatakas rich culture and traditions, reminiscent 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 .
Mysuru Dasara Jamboo Savari begins with Nandi Dhwaja puja - Deccan Herald
Mysuru Dasara Jamboo Savari begins with Nandi Dhwaja puja Deccan Herald
Mysuru Dasara 2025: Breathtaking Drone Show Lights Up Night Sky
A Guinness World Record was scripted at the Mysuru Dasara celebrations this year. Click on to find out the details.
Dasara Jumbos Connection With an Ancient Dargah in Mysuru
Elephants visit Hazrat Imam Shah Wali Dargah, keeping 85-year-old tradition alive
368 wards under Greater Bengaluru Authority, West tops chart with 111
BENGALURU: The state government on Tuesday issued a draft notification designating 368 wards across five corporations under Greater Bengaluru Authority (GBA). The notification specifies that Bengaluru West City Corporation will comprise 111 wards; East City Corporation 50; Central City Corporation 63; and 72 wards each in South City and North City corporations. Earlier, the city had 198 wards, which were increased to 225 and now to 368. The government has set October 15 as the deadline for submitting public and stakeholder objections or suggestions. The draft notification assumes significance as elections are long overdue for the city, which has had no elected body since September 10, 2020. As some wards may have extended boundaries or some areas merged with new wards, affected persons who have any objections/suggestions can submit them with reasons to the Additional Chief Secretary, Urban Development Department, Room 436, 4th floor, Vikasa Soudha, before 5pm on October 15. The objections/suggestions received will be considered to finalize ward-wise delimitation. While provision has been made for up to 150 wards under each corporation, Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar had earlier stated that there could be 500 corporations in the city. A missed opportunity? Urbanist Ashwin Mahesh said the delimitation is a missed opportunity, and pointed out that it appears the government has accepted the demands of political parties on limiting the numbers to ensure that representation is not granular. While this is more than what BBMP had in the past, its also a missed opportunity. Mysuru and Hubballi-Dharwad have half the population of each of the five Bengaluru corporations, but have 65 and 82 wards respectively, Mahesh said. He said the number of wards will remain the same, probably for the next 10 years, while Bengalurus population will continue to grow. Using the 2011 Census to delimit wards is required by law. But deciding that each ward should have roughly the same number of voters as per the 2011 Census is bizarre, because east, south and north have grown so much since then. Each corporation should have been delimited separately. Or the government should have set 15,000 voters per ward as the threshold, and ensured at least 100 wards in each corporation, he said.
Winning Screens & Hearts: A look at Bengaluru actors' top onscreen victories on Vijaya Dashami
Chronicles of righteous heroes and forces of evil locked in battles have been a staple of Indian stories. From folk tales and mythology to contemporary films, the victory of good over evil has always appeased those with an optimistic heart for the world. With the spirit of Vijaya Dashami embodying this exact sentiment through goddess Durgas slaying of the rakshasa Mahishasura, Bengalurus actors share their favourite on-screen moments that kept them on the edge of their seats, and left them feeling assured that whatever comes, justice prevails. The Cost of Victory Actor-director Aniruddha Jatkar Actor-director Aniruddha Jatkars choice is a film he acted in alongside the iconic Kannada actor Vishnuvardhan Neenello Naanalle (2006). As Jatkar explains, it deals with the complexities of victory when it means having to take a life. In the climax, my character Santosh, after enduring countless trials to prove his love for Siri, confronts the villain who has kidnapped her. In a desperate struggle, he kills him to save her. Santosh, the embodiment of goodness, does not exult in triumph. He feels that his victory is bitter and solemn. The anguish in his eyes reveals the heavy burden of having taken a life, a silent apology and regret for a boundary he was forced to overstep. Within that sorrow lies the grim inevitability of fate: sometimes, even the righteous must tread a dark path to vanquish evil when no other way remains, he shares. Dr Rajkumars Evergreen Hits Actor Prem For actor Prem, Vijaya Dashami is closely tied to memories of watching legendary actor Dr Rajkumar on screen. His film Karulina Kare (1970) had a very famous song Mysuru dasara eshtondu sundara, he recalls, breaking into song. He adds, Doordarshan used to telecast the film on Vijaya Dashami and all the children used to gather around the TV. It is one of my fondest childhood memories. When it comes to iconic moments of good defeating evil, he picks Mahishasura Mardhini (1959). Dr Rajkumar sir stars as Mahishasura and its such a fantastic performance. Feminine Rage Actor Amrutha Iyengar Goddess Durga, as Mahishasura Mardini, is an embodiment of strength, using her power to slay a demon that male gods could not. Its this feminine power that actor Trinetra Haldar Gummaraju loves about the films Mom (2017) and Kahaani (2012). Sridevi in Mom, avenging her daughters assault, was supremely satisfying. Similarly, with Vidya Balan in Kahaani, where she avenges her husbands death. I remember being an adolescent watching these films in awe of such ferocity, but in a way that was feminine. That was always the idea behind my chosen name Trinetra, one of the 108 names of Ma Durga. Amrutha Iyengar, too, picks a film in the same vein. For me, the most powerful role is Arundhati, played by Anushka Shetty. I feel Anushkas grace in her eyes, especially when she takes the sword in Arundhati (2009). It gives you satisfaction once the villain is dead; it becomes a personal victory. Nobody else but her could have pulled that off. Actor Trinetra Haldar Gummaraju Folk Meets Fury Actor Raanna Actor Raanna picks Rishabh Shetty-directorial Kantara (2022), a commercial and critical hit that weaves folk culture with contemporary concerns. There was always a clear demarcation between the good and the evil that no matter how powerful or strong the negative side is, or whatever they try, its always the good side that wins. I think theyve shown it beautifully in the climax, where all hope is lost and the divine intervention happens. Everyone experiences a goosebump moment when watching it, which is difficult to explain in words. Iyengar adds, I remember how the entire theatre went silent as the sequence was divine. She points to another films use of dance to make the point, saying, Raj B Shettys dramatic dance in Garuda Gamana Vrishabha Vahana (2021) after the killing in front of the temple... I actually stood up and started clapping.
BENGALURU: Bengaluru to have 368 wards across the five corporations. The city had 198 wards, which were increased to 225 and now to 368. The state government on Tuesday issued a draft notification designating 368 wards across five corporations under the Greater Bengaluru Authority (GBA). The notification specifies that Bengaluru West City Corporation will comprise 111 wards; East City Corporation, 50 wards; Central City Corporation, 63 wards; South City Corporation, 72 wards; and Bengaluru North City Corporation, 72 wards. It was expected that the number of wards would go up to 500 or at least 450 wards, a move which would have benefited the smaller parties. The government has set October 15 as the deadline for submitting public and stakeholder objections or suggestions. This process is significant as the notification indicates that an election may be announced in Bengaluru City, which has lacked an elected body since September 10, 2020. Notably, the list includes wards named for Freedom Fighters, Revolutionaries, Congress, Maratha, and Dravida leaders across the five city corporations. In South City Corporation, Ward-1 honors S Bangarappa, a former Karnataka CM. Ward-18 is named for Annie Besant, the first woman Congress Party president. Ward 66 in the same corporation bears the name of Abdul Kalam Azad, Indias first education minister post-independence. Ward 42 is named after the state poet Kuvempu. East City Corporations Ward 3-Shivaji Nagar honours Maratha emperor Chatrapati Shivaji. Ward 6, Sarojini Nagar, is named after Indian poet and activist Sarojini Naidu. Ward-22, KS, Nisar Ahmed, is named for the award-winning poet and Kannada writer. In Central City Corporation, Ward-11 is called Indiranagar, after Indias first woman Prime Minister. Likewise, Ward 5 honours K Kamaraj, former Tamil Nadu CM. Ward-39, Ambedkarnagar, is named for B.R. Ambedkar, principal author of the Indian Constitution. Ward-46 recognises visionary civic leader IPD Salappa, and Ward-48 is named for freedom fighter Subhas Chandra Bose. Alongside the existing Chamarajpet ward-55, named for Mysuru Maharaja Chamarajendra Wodeyar, the government has honoured former CM Devraj Urs by naming ward 56 after him in the Central City Corporation. Ward 52 continues as Jag Jivan Ram Nagar, commemorating the visionary Dalit leader. Ward 53, known as Kasturba ward, is named after Kasturba Gandhi, the wife of the Father of the Nation, Mahatma Gandhi. In North City Corporation, a ward is named after Bengaluru founder Kempegowda, and Ward 6 is named Kempegowda Ward. Ward 16-Rajiv Nagar is named after the late Indian PM Rajiv Gandhi. Similarly, 32-JP PARK ward is dedicated to the theorist and politician Jayaprakash Narayan. Ward number 46-RT Nagar is named after writer, poet, and philosopher Rabindranath Tagore. In West City Corporation, the GBA ward delimitation team has mentioned the 12th-century reformer Basaveshwara's name for ward 52 as Basaveshwara Nagara. Similarly, ward 57-Da.ra Bendre Ward (Jnaneepeetha awardee), Nalwadi Krishnaraja Wadiyar Ward-14 (Mysuru Royal), Puneeth Rajkumar as ward 15, the ward after him. Ward 70-Sangolli Rayanna Ward is named after a freedom fighter, and Ward 71-Krishnadevaraya Ward is named after the Vijayanagara empire. As some wards may have extened boundry or some cross and lane and layout merged with new ward, there could be objection or suggestions and hence the government stated that, all affected persons, who have any objections/suggestions to the said proposal, are required to submit the same with reasons to the Additional Chief Secretary to the Government, Urban Development Department, Room No: 436, 4th floor, Vikasa Soudha, Bengaluru-560 001, before 5.00 pm of 15-10-2025. The objections/suggestions received within the stipulated period will be considered, and action will be taken to finalise the ward-wise delimitation. A missed opportunity??? As soon as the government released the notification, city-based personalities took to X to express their views on the exercise. While the number of wards in Bengaluru has been increased to 368, Urban Expert Ashwin Mahesh said it is a missed opportunity and pointed out that it appears that the government has accepted the demands of political parties to limit the numbers to ensure that the representation is not granular. While this is more than BBMP had in the past, it's also a missed opportunity. Mysuru and Hubbali Dharwad both have half the population of each of the five Bangalore corporations. But they have 65 and 82 wards respectively. The government appears to have accepted the demands from political parties to limit the number of wards and ensure that representation is not very granular, Ashwin Mahesh said. He said that the number of wards will remain the same, probably for the next 10 years, and by then Bengaluru's population will continue to grow. Using the 2011 Census to delimit wards is required by law. But deciding that each ward in Bengaluru should have roughly the same number of voters as per the 2011 Census is bizarre, because east, south, and north have grown so much since then. Each corporation should have been delimited separately. If the government did not want to do that, then it should have set 15,000 voters per ward as the threshold and ensured at least 100 wards in each corporation, he said.
Durga Puja celebrations by Bengali commmunity add to festive spirit in Mysuru
Mysuru Police Rescue Minor Targeted By Traffickers Pushing Cure-All Virgin Sex Myth
The core of the racket rested on a vile and baseless superstition that having the first sexual contact with a virgin girl can cure various mental and sexual diseases
KSRTC hikes fares on Bengaluru-Mysuru route during Dasara festival
Bengaluru: In view of the Dasara festivities in Mysuru, the Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC) on Monday announced special fare hikes on buses along the Bengaluru-Mysuru route, increasing fares by Rs 20 and Rs 30 for express, non-stop, and premier services. The special fare collection during Dasara has been in effect for the last 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 .
Commuters say the practice not only slows traffic but also creates dangerous situations for smaller and faster vehicles attempting to overtake. Similar grievances are being reported on the BengaluruMysuru expressway and the NelamangalaTumakuru highway
Mysuru gears up for Jamboo Savari finale amid heavy traffic
A mock exercise of mounting the golden howdah on Abhimanyu was performed near the palace residence of the royal family. As part of the rehearsal, flower petals were showered on the elephants
The toolkit addresses one of the biggest gaps in Indias classrooms: the disproportionate time teachers spend on preparation versus direct student engagement
KSRTC says Dasara special fares on BengaluruMysuru route in place for 20 years
Officials explained that the hike applies only to specific days, as permitted under Karnataka government notification, which allows fare revision during special events, fairs, and holidays
Mysuru Dasara: Display of tiger using 2,983 drones has set Guinness record, says CESC
CESC had carried out groundwork to ensure that this years illumination of streets and junctions of Mysuru as well as the drone show would contribute to a memorable experience, says Managing Director Munigopal Raju
Bengaluru, once India's tech dream, is losing its appeal due to chronic traffic, pollution, and high living costs, prompting an exodus of residents. Many are now relocating to tier-2 cities like Mysuru, which offers a better quality of life, lower expenses, and improved infrastructure. This shift indicates a growing trend towards more livable urban centers.
Mysuru transformed into a hub of Dasara festival in the State
Surge in tourists visiting Mysuru
Dasara Pet Show captivates public in Mysuru
DC inspects Social and Educational Survey work in Mysuru
World Tourism Day celebrated in Mysuru; stakeholders for greater promotion of tourism sector
Mysuru tourism was largely fueled by domestic tourists but bulk of visitors from Bengaluru tend to do follow the same-day return policy as one can easily travel from Mysuru to Bengaluru in less than two hours at night
Heritage tonga ride showcases Mysurus landmark monuments
The reason the horse-drawn carriages were used for the heritage ride was that Mysuru was known for tongas till the 1970s and were gradually supplanted by motorised vehicles
SL Bhyrappa, who stirred debate with his novels, passes away at 94 in Bengaluru
Eminent Kannada writer SL Bhyrappa passed away at 94 following cardiac arrest in Bengaluru. Known for his intellectual novels and forthright views, he authored over two dozen works, receiving Padma Bhushan and Saraswati Samman. His body will be kept for public respects before final rites with state honours in Mysuru, leaving a significant literary legacy.
Private firm blacklisted for non-payment of EPF to outsourced employees of BRT Tiger Reserve
The firm, RC Business Solutions in Mysuru, has not only been barred from participating in government tenders for a period of two years, its EMD and security deposits submitted at the time of participating in the tender have been forfeited
Heritage Walk showcases Mysurus architectural treasures
The participants were explained about the various architectural styles of different structures, the age during which they were built, the history behind them etc.
Kannada writer S.L. Bhyrappa cremated with State honours in Mysuru
Around 150 persons came from his native village Santeshivara in Hassan district to Mysuru to attend the funeral of Bhyrappa
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah announces memorial for novelist SL Bhyrappa
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah announced plans to construct a memorial for Kannada novelist SL Bhyrappa in Mysuru, acknowledging the writer's significant contributions to literature and his connection to the city. Despite ideological differences, Siddaramaiah expressed admiration for Bhyrappa's work, emphasizing that personal relationships transcend differing viewpoints. DCM DK Shivakumar noted Bhyrappa's reputation for his directness in both his writing and speech.
Mortal remains of S.L. Bhyrappa brought to Mysuru
Govt. to set up memorial for Bhyrappa in Mysuru
Vaccination drive under way in Mysuru to mark World Rabies Day
Memory Walk held in Mysuru to mark World Pharmacists Day
Mysuru Dasara: Hundreds take part in Heritage Cycle Ride
Mysurus ultra cyclist Naveen D.S. Solanki, who has cycled from Kashmir to Kanyakumari, says the city provides an ideal environment for cycling
Karnataka to Build Memorial for Renowned Novelist SL Bhyrappa in Mysuru
CM Siddaramaiah announces state measures to honour the late Padma Bhushan awardee and literary icon
Dolled-up narrations in Navaratri
In south India, the calendar brims with festivals, each month bringing its own celebration into homes and hearts. September-October bring a distinct experience: the nine nights of Navaratri, when living rooms become vibrant spaces of devotion, artistry, and imagination. Steps of dolls ascend from the floor, depicting centuries-old tales of gods, saints, kings, and legends. Every step tells a story, every doll carries meaning, and every offering is a gesture of devotion, hospitality, and family pride. For many, these nine days transcend a festival; they are a tradition, a ritual, and a canvas for creativity. Unlike the Ram Leela enactments of Delhi or the grand Kali processions in Kolkata, South Indian households put up Golu, a display of dolls and figurines. For Seethalakshmi Krishnan, the tradition bridges regions. Having lived in both north and south India, she has witnessed the diverse ways festivals are celebrated, yet Golu remains a defining South Indian expression of devotion and storytelling. We worship goddesses Durga, Lakshmi, and Saraswati, three days each, she says. Every morning and evening, shlokas are recited with puja and aarti . Different types of sundal are prepared to energise those who are fasting, and gifts are offered to visitors. Its a practice of devotion and family bonding. She also observes, Social media has changed the way people experience Golu. Fewer visitors come to homes, but online sharing allows these displays to reach thousands. The traditional way of practicing Navaratri has declined. Golu is readymade nowyou can order it a day before, no need for months of planning. Thematic presentations Golu, while deeply traditional, evolves with each households creativity. For the past six years, Bharathi Shankar Raman and her husband, from Nanganallur, have curated thematic displays. Last year, we kept Puri Jagannath, and we also won a few Golu competitions. Every time we win, we think about how to make it better next year. Themes allow visitors to understand concepts, stories, and philosophies they might not know otherwise. This year, she has created a Mahabharata-inspired Golu focusing on Bhishma. We all might wonder why he endures so much struggle. Understanding his trials teaches us life lessons that inaction, even for the good, has consequences. Every character in our display has a purpose, a lesson. Sunitha with her representation Her Golu is a blend of tradition and thematic storytelling. Five steps supported by a central theme, with one side dedicated to Vishnu, the other to Shiva, and the middle illustrating the journey of Bhishma from the Ashta Vasus to the bed of arrows in Kurukshetra. Dolls are sourced from Mylapore and Nanganallur, sometimes requiring weeks of searching and selection. Not everything can be depicted with dolls alone, she notes. Some elements require creativity, thermocol or backdrops, to convey the story. We budget in advance, but our goal is always to maximise the narrative impact while maintaining tradition and affordability. Similarly, each year, Sunitha Ananthakrishnan selects a temple or spiritual narrative. This year, her display draws from Oppiliappan Temple, complementing her central traditional Golu with detailed depictions of Saivite and Vaishnavite temples. Conceptualisation happens months ahead. I have to come up with content and write a script for 10-20 minutes for social media, she says. Every doll, every backdrop, every arrangement is intentional. The focus is on happiness and philosophical depth to liberate oneself and impart joy to others. She purchases dolls from different parts of Tamil Nadu, but visits the streets of Mylapore right before Navaratri to carefully select new dolls, ensuring they are reusable, durable, and aligned with the narrative. Sunitha is already planning her upcoming Golus. I have a dream of getting all the Nayanmars and Alvars and narrating their poems and literature. For the next 60 years, I have stories ready with me. Family legacy The tradition of Golu-keeping spans generations in Kalpakam Srinivasamurtis household. Their Golu began in 1955 with Mysuru Gauri dolls, some of which are still preserved. Each doll, crafted from lightweight wood and fully articulated, allows for dynamic storytelling, no matter the theme. This year, they celebrate Muthuswami Dikshitars 250th birth anniversary, which includes Dikshitar playing the veena, deities blessing, and intricate representations of daily life and mythology. Her Golu is a living archive of cultural history, musical heritage, and devotional practice. Kalasam a ceremonial pot plays a significant role in Golu symbolising the divine feminine energy of Goddess Shakti. Including it as a major element in their Golu, Kalpakam says, Kalasam is a traditional item, which is worshipped every day. This time, we have changed the kalasam into Goddess Kamakshi because he [Dikshitar] has composed a lot of music for her. Muthuswami Dikshitar in Kalpakam's Golu She emphasises that the festival transcends mere ornamentation. Every backdrop, every miniature, even the smallest prop is part of a larger narrative. Themes are chosen carefully, avoiding conflict-heavy or morbid stories. My mother always believed Golu is meant to celebrate; so we select episodes with warmth, joy, or philosophical depth moments that inspire rather than depress. Even when depicting historical or mythological struggles, the emphasis is on learning, reflection, and happiness. Methods may evolve with digital backdrops, thematic innovations, and curated social media galleries, but the essence endures: devotion expressed through meticulous preparation, joy shared among loved ones, and stories passed down through generations. Many families demonstrate that the Golu is far more than a seasonal display it is a living tradition at the intersection of art, spirituality, and economy, inspiring, educating, and delighting all who engage with it.
Groups demand state celebration status for Mysuru's 'Mahisha Mandalothsava' - Deccan Herald
Groups demand state celebration status for Mysuru's 'Mahisha Mandalothsava' Deccan Herald
Davangere benne dose or biryani combo, food lovers spoilt for choice at Mysuru's Ahara Mela Deccan Herald
Writer K.S. Bhagawan, Mysuru MP Yaduveer condole S.L. Bhyrappas death
Mahisha Dasara Organising Committee adopts resolution to rename Mysuru as Mahisuru
20th Dasara Flower Show inaugurated at Mysurus Kukkarahalli Lake
S.L. Bhyrappa made Mysuru his home and spoke his mind there
S.L. Bhyrappa, who had a complex relationship with fellow-writers espousing views antithetical to his opinions, never hesitated to speak out on issues over which he felt strongly
Yuva Dasara kicks off with Arjun Janyas concert in Mysuru
To ease congestion, the district administration had shifted the event from the city centre to the outskirts in 2024, a move continued this year as well
KSRTC MD pays Rs 82k compensation to passenger over cancelled trip booking
PATHANAMTHITTA: A cancelled inter-state trip cost the KSRTC dear as the district consumer rights panel directed the state transporter to pay a compensation of Rs 82,555 to a passenger who had booked a ticket to Mysuru. The case was filed by P Priya, a teacher at NSS Higher Secondary School, Choorakkode, and a PhD scholar in Mysuru. She had booked an online ticket worth Rs 1,003 on July 29, 2018, for a KSRTC AC bus from Kottarakkara to Mysuru scheduled for August 1, 2018. Despite repeated SMS updates, the bus failed to arrive. Priya later learned that the service had been cancelled, forcing her to arrange alternative travel at her own expense. The commission, after examining the evidence, found deficiency in service and directed the KSRTC to refund the ticket amount and pay compensation and costs totalling Rs 82,555. As the order was not implemented, an execution petition was filed, leading to the issuance of an arrest warrant against the MD. On learning of the warrant, the KSRTC MD promptly deposited the full amount with the commission and sought recall of the order.
Ooru's dolled up for Gombe Habba festival
Gombe Habba is more than just a decorative exercise. Living rooms are being transformed into miniature museums of dolls and figurines, meticulously arranged in tiers, all part of a tradition rooted in creativity and community. For Priya Rajaram, who left behind a corporate career to pursue art, the doll festival is an extension of personal memories. I grew up watching my mother do gombe every year. It was also a time when all the books in the house would end up on the golu stand and you found yourself reading them more than setting things up, she reminisces. Rajaram uses her mothers clay dolls and repurposed bottles to create quirky figurines. Every doll has a story to tell. We love panipuri and travelling, and so our quirky collection includes a panipuri seller and the Mario Miranda figurines inspired by our Goa trip, she explains. Panipuri seller doll made using clay by Priya Rajaram Other highlights are tiny Lord Ganeshas with musical instruments, hyper-realistic Krishnanagar dolls and Chettiyar dolls. The Maa Durga with baby Ganesha is made using fired clay technique its just two hollows brought together using a particular gurjan oil to make the dolls lightweight, she further shares. At Untitled Arts in JP Nagar, Anuradha HR turns her familys Mysuru-rooted tradition into an exhibition. With more than 4,000 dolls collected over decades, she curates themes each year. We do an installation symbolising one of the major events that has occurred in India. This year, we chose Operation Sindoor to honour our armed forces, she highlights. The figurines are placed alongside 100-year-old Marapachi dolls and Ravana effigies. On Vijayadashami, the public can visit and burn Ravana effigies, symbolising elimination of the evil. Dolls with blinking eyes reimagined into a sustainable work of Ashtalakshmi figurines by Krupa Sunil For some, the festival is a canvas of artistic imagination. Animator Krupa Sunil has been creating thematic gombe displays for 16 years. This year, the focus being the festivals in India, with handmade sets of Ashtalakshmi and Navadurgas and the concept of Mysuru procession. Iveused plasticdollswith blinking eyes thatchildrenplaywith, she explains, adding, The saree, jewellery and the decor have been made from the scratch. Rajaram agrees on the sustainability factor, stating, I want to show that dolls need not always be bought. They can be handmade, recycled and carry stories of their own. Not all themes are rooted in the past. Lalitha Prasad, who has been keeping gombe for 15 years and has over a thousand dolls, decided to highlight womens cricket in her display with a miniature stadium. She, along with her daughter, wanted their stand to reflect the changing face of sports and society. Women now get good jobs through cricket. It is important we show that in our gombe too, she stresses. A display of the India womens cricket team by Lalitha Prasad (left) The centrepiece of many homes continues to be the Marapachi dolls, wooden figures often handed down across generations. Believed to have originated in Tamil Nadu and adopted into Karnatakas culture, these dolls are typically dressed in silk. Mine are over 100 years old which I inherited from my mother, exclaims 48-year-old Anuradha, reconnecting to her roots. At the scale of a small museum, Anupama Hoskeres display has over 10,000 dolls. A veteran puppeteer, she weaves together mythology, history and contemporary imagination. This year, her themes include Kashmir tourism, circus life for children unfamiliar with it and a live Kolata dance experience where visitors can participate. We thought of giving our space a twist that shows the other side of the union territory, she says.
Karnataka: Caste survey picks up momentum in Mysuru on second day
Rangoli contest adds colour to Dasara festivities in Mysuru
Thousands render Naada Geethe to mark its centenaryin Karnatakas Mysuru
It was held as part of Dasara Kavigoshti
Mysuru: City of palaces dazzles with Dasara lights
IAFs famed helicopter display team Sarang to participate in Mysuru Dasara festivities
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah had personally met Defence Minister Rajnath Singh with a request to facilitate the air show during the Dasara festivities
Karnataka caste survey: With glitches galore, only 2,765 households were enumerated on day one
Just one household each could be surveyed in Tumakuru, Mysuru and Bengaluru Urban districts
Karnataka CM Loses His Cool Over Audience Leaving Before His Speech
Chief Minister Siddaramaiah was to address the gathering at the inaugural function of Dasara festivities atop Chamundi Hills in Mysuru when he sighted a few in the audience moving out: Reports
Basic structure: on the Mysuru Dasara festival
There can be no restriction in a public event on the basis of religion
Illumination of Mysuru City Roads to Last for 21 Days, Drone Show for Four Days
The drone-show will be of 15-minutes and the show will be held on September 28 and 29.
Why Do You Even Come Here? Siddaramaiah Loses Cool During Mysuru Dasara Event
Siddaramaiah lost his temper at Mysuru Dasara inauguration, scolding the crowd. Controversy arose over Banu Mushtaq inaugurating, but Siddaramaiah defended the inclusive festival.
Time-honoured traditions of Navaratri unfold at Mysuru palace
A heritage inherited from the rulers of the Vijayanagara empire, the scion of the erstwhile royal family and MP for Mysuru Yaduveer Krishnadatta Chamaraja Wadiyar, led the celebrations with an elaborate series of religious rites supervised by a battery of priests well-versed in palace customs
'Why Are You Even Here?' Siddaramaiah Loses Cool During Mysuru Dasara Event
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah lost his cool during the inauguration event of the Mysuru Dasara.
KSRTC deploys 350 extra buses for Mysuru Dasara rush
The buses, supplementing regular operations, will primarily operate on the Bengaluru route and neighboring districts to bring visitors to Mysuru
Mysuru Dasara flower showcomes alive with floral replicas, vibrant displays
The variety of flowers and plants used for creating the models include Cocks comb, Celosia, Marigold, French Marigold, Zinnia, Torenia, Petunia, Cosmos, Aster, and Lily
Mysuru Dasara sign of Karnatakas culture, Chamundeshwari symbolises power in woman: Banu Mushtaq
Banu Mushtaq inaugurated the festivities during the auspicious Vrushchika Lagna by showering flowers on the idol of goddess Chamundeshwari amid chanting of Vedic hymns by priests, at Chamundeshwari temple in Mysuru
Booker Prize-Winning Writer Banu Mushtaq Inaugurates Dasara Festival in Mysuru
Mushtaq inaugurated the festivities during the auspicious Vrushchika Lagna by showering flowers on the idol of goddess Chamundeshwari, the presiding deity of Mysuru and its royals, amid chanting of Vedic hymns by priests, at the premises of Chamundeshwari temple atop the Chamundi Hills here.
Writer Banu Mushtaq inaugurates Dasara festival in Mysuru
The Mysuru Dasara festival began in Mysuru with writer Banu Mushtaq inaugurating the 11-day festivities at Chamundeshwari temple atop Chamundi Hills. Accompanied by Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and other ministers, Mushtaq offered prayers to the goddess Chamundeshwari, the presiding deity. The festival, celebrated as 'Nada Habba', will showcase Karnataka's culture and traditions.
Mysuru Dasara LIVE updates: Palace city gears up for Dasara festival
Writer and Booker Prize 2025 winner Banu Mushtaq to inaugurate festival at Chamundeshwari Temple
Mysuru Dasara 2025: Stage set for inauguration of festivities amid tight security
Visitors including the media had to pass through several layers of security to reach the venue of inauguration. Visitors were not only asked to show their identity cards, but also frisked at the venue.
No plans to hold protest during Dasara inauguration, says BJP leaders in Mysuru
Slew of events lined up for Dasara festival in Mysuru
The main cultural event at the palace will be inaugurated on Monday and Chief Minister Siddaramaiah will bestow Rajya SangeethaVidwan Award to Hindustani vocalist M. Venkatesh Kumar at a function
Mysuru Dasara, a tradition steeped in history
Dont let Rambo die alone like Shankar
After years of campaigning for Shankar, a young activist is now urging action to save Rambo, the last African elephant in Mysuru Zoo
Electric buggy donated to Mysurus Chamundeshwari Temple ahead of Dasara
Online booking of buggies at Mysuru zoo to be suspended from Oct. 1 to 3 in view of Dasara
