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IGPL Invitational 2026: Aryan Roopa Anand leads as Blue Bulls make the charge
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 30 (IANS) Young Aryan Roopa Anand produced a classy 6-under 66 in the opening round of the Indian Golf Premier League (IGPL) to take the outright lead, firing a sparkling six-under-66 at the Qutab Golf Course in New Delhi on Wednesday. It also gave his own team, Delhi Blue Bulls, who are playing at home, an early boost. With his team captain Shiv Kapur, who was runner-up at the last event in Ras AL Khaimah, also getting off to a good start with a 4-under 68, the Blue Bulls were well-placed in the team stakes. Young pro Sawai Hamendra Singh Bhati, who has shown promise in his past few appearances, and the experienced Sachin Baisoya, an IGPL winner in Mauritius, carded five-under 67s to share second place. Delhi Blue Bulls were in the lead in the team standings with contributions from Aryan and Kapur, and they were 10-under. Vimtra Chennai Lions, whose pillar is Gaganjeet Bhullar, and Green Fuels Vizag Dolphins, whose top star today was M Dharma, were tied second at 7-under. The crowded Day One leaderboard had a fascinating mix of youth and experience, as eight players, including one woman, Kashika Mishra, were tied fourth. The bunch included the pedigreed Shiv Kapur, the highly consistent Gaganjeet Bhullar, Varun Parikh, Arjun Prasad, making only his second IGPL start, veteran M. Dharma, Rohit Baisoya and Shaurya Binu. They all carded 4-under 68 each. Manav Shah, who had qualified for the US Open, was T-12 at 3-under 69, while Karandeep Kochhar (71) was T-21. Varun Chopra (72), the winner in Ras Al Khaimah, had a modest start with an even-par card that placed him T-26. The youngest member of Delhi Blue Bulls, Aryan, a Mysuru-born emerging star, is recognised as one of India's top rising golf talents since he transitioned to the professional circuit in 2023 after a highly decorated amateur career during which he won back-to-back All India Amateur titles. Earlier this year, he secured his maiden professional victory on the Indian Golf Premier League (IGPL) Tour at the IGPL Invitational Congo in April, where he beat former Olympian Udayan Mane in a tense three-hole playoff. The win earned him an invite to play the $2 million International Series Morocco on the Asian Tour. Speaking of his team, Aryan said, I couldn't have asked to play for a better team. We've got a great number of owners, very supportive of our needs. Also, as a team, I think we share the closest bond as teammates with each other. So our camaraderie is honestly unmatched, especially for me, because I'm considerably younger than all of them. I look up to them as mentors and, you know, they've really taken that role on and kind of helped me grow as a golfer too over the course of these last three to four 4 months. I think I'm pretty happy because it's home week for us and it's good to see the, you know, team on the top of the leaderboard and myself too, and Shiv Sir is right behind there, he said. On his game in the first round, he added, My short game was pretty good today, so I converted a lot of birdies from close range. And when I did go off, on some of the holes, I did use my short game to, you know, kind of save the score. So I guess my short game kind of helped me a lot. Aryan started from the first, birdied the third and the fourth before dropping his only shot of the day on the Par-3 sixth. He made up for it with a birdie on the eighth to turn in 2-under 34. On the back nine, Aryan birdied the 11th to get to 3-under. Then over the last four holes, he found three birdies on the 15th, 16th and the 18th for a days work of 6-under. He missed a few more makeable putts but had no three-putts on a solid day. For Aryan, the early lead adds another layer to what has already been an encouraging IGPL season. The young golfers performance at Qutab was particularly significant for the Delhi Blue Bulls, who are looking to make an impact on their home course. Sawai Bhati had six birdies against one bogey, while Sachin Baisoya, who is looking for his second IGPL win, had six birdies and one late bogey in his 67. Kapur, meanwhile, opened with a solid four-under 68 to share fourth place with five other players. The former Asian Games gold medallist is coming into the Delhi leg with unfinished business after his dramatic battle with Varun Chopra in Ras Al Khaimah last week. Kapur had appeared in control of the Ras Al Khaimah event after opening with a spectacular 10-under 62, including a hole-in-one, and carried a three-shot lead into the final round. But Chopra produced a decisive closing 68 to finish at 14-under 202 and claim his maiden IGPL title. Bhullar, one of the most successful players in IGPL history, was also among those sharing fourth place after a four-under 68. Bhullar, Indias most decorated player on the Asian Tour, has already won four IGPL titles, making him the league's most decorated player and a constant threat whenever he tees it up.
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Rajinikanth Arrives In An Auto-Rickshaw For Dharman Shoot In Mysuru, Watch
A video of Rajinikanths auto-rickshaw arrival at the Dharman set has surfaced online.
Rajinikanth Surprises Fans in Mysuru by Arriving on Sets in an Auto-Rickshaw
Several videos circulating on social media show him waving at fans who gathered at the shooting location.
Rajinikanth's 'Dharman' unit wraps up third schedule of shooting
Digital Desk | Chennai, Sep 30 (IANS) Ashwath Marimuthu, who is directing superstar Rajinikanth's upcoming film 'Dharman', has now announced that the unit of the film had wrapped up its third schedule of filming. Taking to his social media timelines, Ashwath Marimuthu wrote, 3rd schedule Wrapped ! #Dharman. It may be recalled that on Tuesday, actress Raashii Khanna, who plays a pivotal role in 'Dharman', had shared pictures of herself with actors Rajinikanth and Ram Pothineni at Mysuru, where the unit was shooting. Taking to her Instagram page to share a series of pictures including one in which the actress was seen with Superstar Rajinikanth and Telugu actor Ram Pothineni, Raashi had said, A little glimpse into the world I have been living in for a while now in Mysore. Early morning workouts with Rajini sir and Ram, because apparently the day starts before the day starts. A little temple hopping, a little wandering, some UNO and lots of laughter.And yes, the Mysore dosa deserved its own moment. #dharman. It may be recalled that IANS had reported earlier that the team of 'Dharman', featuring Superstar Rajinikanth in the lead, was to head to Mysuru after completing a shooting session in Chennai. IANS had reported that the Mysuru schedule had been planned for a period of around 10 days. It may be recalled that director Ashwath Marimuthu had, at an event in Chennai, disclosed that Rajinikanth was very happy and very kicked about the pace and the quality of how Dharman was shaping up. I am now comfortable working with Thalaivar. I was very scared initially. I have worked with Ashok Selvan, then Pradeep and after that, I started working with Thalaivar. But I have realised nothing has changed. That is because Rajinikanth's work ethics is so pure and amazing. It is like having a child on the sets. Even after 50 years, he is so excited and so full of energy, the director had said at the event. The unit of the film had begun its third schedule on September 16 this year. Taking to his X timeline to share a BTS clip of Rajinikanth and Raashi Khanna shooting for the film, director Ashwath Marimuthu had said, Back with Thalaivar for Dharman 3rd schedule #superstar @RKFI. The video clip he posted showed Rajinikanth, seated with his back facing the camera, having a conversation with Raashii Khanna. It may be recalled that the unit of the film had wrapped up its second schedule of shooting only on September 4 this year. Raaj Kamal Films International, the production house of veteran actor and parliamentarian Kamal Haasan, had taken to its social media timelines to drop the update with a video clip. It had said, Dharman 2nd Schedule Wrapped. Swag Mode: ON. One of the scenes in the video clip released showed Rajinikanth as a senior medical faculty lecturing junior doctors. For the unaware, the unit had begun the second schedule of the film on August 13 this year. The makers, at the time of announcing the commencement of the second schedule, had said, The deadly doctor. #Dharman Schedule 2 Begins, and this one's legendary. #KettaPaiyanSir. #SuperstarRajinikanth #KamalHaasan. The film has triggered huge excitement among fans ever since the makers announced the project. In June this year, the makers had dropped a making video that showed how the team had arrived at Superstar Rajinikanth's look in the film. Taking to his X timeline, director Ashwath Marimuthu shared a brand new poster of Rajinikanth from the film and wrote, We heard you !! Ithan hair styleu (This is the hair style)!! Ithan looku (This is the look)! Sexy work @kabilanchelliah. Earlier, Raaj Kamal Films International, the production house of actor Kamal Haasan which is producing this film, shared a glimpse video and wrote, THE OG SWAG. #Dharman. The Making of the First Look. The video featured a shot of the accessories that were kept for Rajini to choose from. It also showed director Aswath showing the exact pose in which he wanted the Superstar to stand. The video also showed Kamal Haasan accompanying Rajinikanth and the two legends of Tamil cinema exchanging pleasantries. For the unaware, Rajinikanth plays a doctor who takes on criminals in Dharman. Actor, producer and parliamentarian Kamal Haasan, while announcing the title of the film, had said, Dharmame vellum! (Only Dharma will win) #Dharman #Thalaivar173 #SuperstarRajinikanth @rajinikanth #Mahendran @Dir_Ashwath @anirudhofficial @anbariv @RKFI @turmericmediaTM @magizhmandram. The title poster of the film that was released on the occasion showed Rajinikanth in an operation theatre in a hospital holding a scalpel, even as he seemed to have one leg placed over the body of a slain rowdy sheeter. The film is to have music by Anirudh. Cinematography for the film is by Niketh Bommi and editing will be by Pradeep E Raghav. The film is being produced by Kamal Haasan and R Mahendran and co-produced by S Disney.
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Raashii Khanna gives peek into Dharman shoot with Rajinikanth, Ram Pothineni
Raashii Khanna shared glimpses of her Mysuru schedule for Dharman, posting pictures with Rajinikanth and Ram Pothineni. She revealed their early workouts, temple visits, UNO sessions, laughter and love for Mysore dosa
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DK Shivakumar tweaked NICE project for own & businessman Ashok Khenys benefit: HD Kumaraswamy
Union Steel Minister HD Kumaraswamy has accused Chief Minister DK Shivakumar of modifying the BMIC project framework. He claims these changes were made to benefit businessman Ashok Kheny and Shivakumar's family. Kumaraswamy released documents that allegedly show increased land requirements for the project. Allegations include fraudulent agreements and improper land acquisition that involved Shivakumar's family members. Kumaraswamy questions the need for further expansion of the NICE project towards Mysuru.
Ktaka: Mysuru student sets himself ablaze after rejected proposal
Digital Desk | Mysuru, Sep 29 (IANS) In a shocking incident, a man allegedly poured petrol over himself. He forcibly embraced a young woman after she rejected his love proposal near Vidyavardhaka College of Engineering in Mysuru on Tuesday. Both sustained burn injuries, with the man reportedly suffering around 80 per cent burns and the woman about 20 per cent. The man has been identified as Chandan, a resident of Alagodu village in Malavalli taluk of Mandya district. He allegedly pursued the young woman, who is from the same village, and became upset after she rejected his advances. According to preliminary information, the woman was on her way to college from a hostel in Vijayanagar when Chandan intercepted her a short distance away. He reportedly poured petrol over himself and then forcibly embraced her, putting her life at risk. The woman managed to escape from his grip, while police and bystanders intervened. Chandan sustained severe burn injuries and was shifted to K.R. Hospital in Mysuru, where he is battling for his life. The woman also sustained burns and is undergoing treatment at a private hospital in Mysuru. The distressed young woman, supported by her parents, lodged a complaint at Vijayanagar Police Station. Police are investigating the circumstances leading to the incident, including the sequence of events and how she sustained injuries. Preliminary investigation revealed that Chandan, who was staying at a hostel in Vijayanagar and pursuing a diploma in engineering, had been insisting on a relationship despite repeated rejection. Angered by this, he allegedly appeared suddenly when the woman was leaving for college, poured petrol over himself and attempted to embrace her tightly. Sensing danger, the woman freed herself and ran away. However, she sustained burns on around 20 per cent of her body due to the intensity of the fire. Police confirmed she is currently undergoing treatment at a private hospital in the city.
Karnataka: Kumaraswamy alleges Rs 3 lakh crore NICE 'scam', questions CM Shivakumars asset rise
Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Sep 29 (IANS) Union Minister for Heavy Industries and Steel, H.D. Kumaraswamy, on Tuesday made allegations against Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar and questioned how his assets had grown from Rs 4 crore in 2003 to Rs 1,413 crore in 2023. H.D. Kumaraswamy alleged that the Bangalore-Mysore Infrastructure Corridor (BMIC) popularly known as the NICE project, was a scam worth more than Rs 3 lakh crore. The NICE project is an infrastructure initiative aimed at improving road connectivity between Bengaluru and Mysuru through a tolled expressway and associated townships. The project is being implemented by Nandi Infrastructure Corridor Enterprises (NICE), promoted by Ashok Kheny. Challenging the state government to take action against the alleged irregularities, Kumaraswamy said Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar should resign if the government lacked the courage to act. Kumaraswamy alleged that Shivakumar and his brother, former Congress MP D.K. Suresh, had misused the legislative and executive machinery in a joint operation that adversely affected farmers and facilitated large-scale irregularities in the BMIC project. Addressing the alleged irregularities in the NICE project, Kumaraswamy claimed that the case was bigger than the 2G spectrum scam and promised to release further documents in subsequent parts of his alleged expose. However, the allegations and the documents cited by Kumaraswamy would require examination by the relevant authorities to establish the facts. The BMIC project was initiated in 1995 during the tenure of former Prime Minister H.D. Deve Gowda (Kumaraswamy's father). However, Kumaraswamy alleged that the project's original objectives were subsequently altered, turning it into a major land-related controversy that hurt farmers' interests. According to him, the 1997 Framework Agreement had earmarked 6,999 acres for the road project. However, in 2002, when D.K. Shivakumar was the Urban Development Minister and chairman of the Bangalore-Mysore Infrastructure Corridor Planning Authority (BMICPA), the alignment of the project was changed, allegedly paving the way for large-scale irregularities. Citing documents, Kumaraswamy claimed that land earmarked for townships was reduced without Cabinet approval, while the land allocated for the toll road was increased to 9,468 acres. He further alleged that 10 to 12 lakes were destroyed during the process. Kumaraswamy also raised questions over the purchase of land by D.K. Suresh in 2004, despite the land having been notified for the NICE project in 1997. He alleged that a No-Objection Certificate (NOC) was subsequently obtained from the NICE company for the same land before it was transferred to Shobha Developers. Questioning how land notified for a public project could be acquired by the brothers, Kumaraswamy sought an explanation on the circumstances under which the company issued the NOC. In another allegation, Kumaraswamy claimed that seven acres belonging to Siddaganga Mutt had been taken for the project, of which only one acre was used for the road. He alleged that the remaining land was not returned despite requests for it to be handed back for an orphanage. He further claimed that the NICE company had issued NOCs to more than 420 people, including a person employed as a cook at the residence of one of the individuals concerned. Kumaraswamy alleged that NICE promoter Ashok Kheny had not invested any money from his personal funds in the project and had instead raised loans from banks by mortgaging government land. He also referred to judicial observations that, according to him, had raised serious questions about the government's handling of the project. Calling for action against the alleged irregularities, Kumaraswamy urged the government to investigate the matter and fix responsibility. He also appealed to the public not to pay toll on the NICE Road, alleging that there was an attempt to acquire and appropriate 1,25,000 acres of land through notifications. Kumaraswamy said he would not allow the issue to end with his initial disclosures and announced plans to launch a public movement and pursue legal action. He said more documents would be released in Parts 2 and 3 of his expose. Offering to participate in an open debate on the issue on the steps of Vidhana Soudha, Kumaraswamy challenged the state government to take action against the alleged irregularities, adding that he would personally honour D.K. Shivakumar if action was taken.
Kumaraswamy Alleges Irregularities in Bengaluru-Mysuru Corridor Project
Kumaraswamy, who holds steel and heavy industries portfolio, also alleged deviations in the BMICP approved by Chief Minister DK Shivakumar, when he was the state Urban Development Minister on February 12, 2004
Yuva Sambhrama programme of Mysuru Dasara 2026 celebrations inaugurated in Mysuru
As part of the world-famous Mysuru Dasara 2026 celebrations, the Yuva Sambhrama programme was inaugurated at the Kuvempu Open Air Theatre in Gangotri, Mysuru on Tuesday. District in-charge Minister Yathindra Siddaramaiah inaugurated the event. The Yuva Sambhrama will be held until October 5, featuring a cultural feast by hundreds of school and college students every day. It was attended by singer Vijay Prakash, actress Saptami Gowda, MLAs Tanveer Sait, Anil Chikkamadu and G.T. Devegowda as chief guests. While addressing the gathering, Actress Saptami Gowda recalled her experiences with the Mysuru Dasara celebrations, sharing that she used to participate in Dasara sports for the cash prizes. Every year I used to participate in Dasara sports. I used to participate in the Dasara sports meet to get cash prizes. Last year I came to Mysuru to watch the entire Dasara. That was also Abhimanyu's last Dasara. I am happy that Abhimanyu is coming back for Dasara this time. The Chief Minister has...
Toddler Dies After School Bus Runs Over Her In Mysuru
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In a post on X, Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar said it was a matter of pride for Kannadigas that the historic Mysuru Dasara, a symbol of culture, tradition and spiritual values, would be inaugurated in the divine presence of Abhinava Gavisiddeshwara Mahaswamiji.
Tragic Accident in Mysuru: School Bus Claims Life of One-and-a-Half-Year-Old Girl
A school bus accident in Mysuru has resulted in the tragic death of a young girl, causing grief in the community. Tragic Accident in Mysuru: School Bus Claims Life of One-and-a-Half-Year-Old Girl
Three Central teams to visit Karnataka to assess drought situation, says Dy CM Parameshwara
Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Sep 28 (IANS) Three teams from the Centre will visit Karnataka to assess the drought situation following a request from the state government, Deputy Chief Minister and Revenue Minister G. Parameshwara said on Monday. Addressing reporters near his residence here, Parameshwara said one team would study the situation in Tumakuru, Chitradurga and Davanagere, another would visit districts in north Karnataka, while the third would cover the Mysuru region, including Mandya, Mysuru, and Chamarajanagar. The Central teams will visit drought-hit areas and submit their reports. The state government has already submitted a memorandum to the Centre, based on which the teams will conduct their assessment. The state will also submit another memorandum, he said. The teams are likely to collect information on all taluks declared drought-hit in the state. They may visit selected taluks in person and interact with Deputy Commissioners and local officials to gather details. They will also examine whether there are any differences between the findings in the state's memorandum and the ground realities observed during their field visits, he said. Parameshwara said the state was currently undertaking further ground-truthing and would prepare a final memorandum after the exercise is completed. The monsoon season will end on September 30 and the state government intends to submit the final memorandum to the Centre in the first week of October. The memorandum will contain comprehensive details of the losses suffered by the state and the relief required, he said. Asked whether the ground-truthing would be conducted according to the Centre's guidelines, Parameshwara said the Central teams had their own guidelines, and the state government had also followed the same guidelines while declaring drought-hit taluks. The drought-hit taluks have been declared based on the criteria prescribed in the guidelines. Taluks that did not meet the prescribed criteria were not declared drought-hit. Therefore, there is unlikely to be any major difference between the state's report and the findings of the Central teams, he said. Parameshwara reiterated the need for an all-party delegation to seek drought relief from the Centre, saying the drought situation was not an issue confined to any particular political party. Natural calamities do not discriminate between political parties. If everyone jointly submits a representation to the Centre on behalf of Karnataka, it will help in securing greater assistance. This is why the Chief Minister has proposed taking an all-party delegation to Delhi, he said. Reacting to the BJP leaders' decision not to join the delegation, Parameshwara said the BJP was in power at the Centre, and its participation could help the state government convince the Union government to provide relief. Even if they do not come, the state government, as the ruling party, will discharge its responsibility of bringing the issue to the Centre's attention in the interest of the state, he said. He appealed to BJP leaders to join the delegation, saying the drought was an issue concerning the interests of the people of Karnataka and all parties should share responsibility. Parameshwara said the state government would not back away from its responsibility even if the Centre did not respond to another request for drought relief. If the Centre clearly says that it will not provide relief, a situation should not arise where the state government is forced to approach the court again, as it did last year. The Centre and the authorities concerned should not create such a situation, he said. On differing views among ministers and legislators over the financial burden of guarantee schemes, Parameshwara said the government had been aware from the beginning that implementing the schemes would require substantial funds. He said estimates prepared while drafting the party manifesto had initially put the annual expenditure on the schemes at around Rs 40,000 crore to Rs 45,000 crore. The actual expenditure later crossed Rs 50,000 crore. Even then, the decision to implement the guarantee schemes was taken consciously, he said. Parameshwara acknowledged that there was pressure on the state's finances but said the government had managed the financial commitment for the past three years and had the capacity to continue doing so for the next two years. On pensions, he said the income ceiling had been increased from Rs 32,000 to Rs 1.20 lakh, allowing several eligible beneficiaries who had earlier been excluded to come back under the scheme. He said pensions of around 23 lakh people had earlier been cancelled. With the revised income ceiling, eligible beneficiaries would receive pensions again. At the same time, applications from those who fail to submit the required certificates or do not meet the age criteria would be scrutinised, and ineligible beneficiaries would be excluded, he said. On the proposed amendments to the land reforms law mentioned in the party manifesto, Parameshwara said the government still had around one-and-a-half years left in its term. This is a sufficiently long period, and necessary steps can be taken during this time, he said. Reacting to Union Minister H.D. Kumaraswamy's plan to visit villages in the Mysuru region and campaign on behalf of people who have lost their land, Parameshwara said there would be no question of the government obstructing his protest. Let him carry out his agitation, he said. On Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar's visit to Delhi, Parameshwara said the Chief Minister had gone to attend a Congress Working Committee meeting and would meet party leaders as well as some Union Ministers. Shivakumar was also likely to meet Union Home Minister Amit Shah over drought relief and disaster management issues, besides meeting Union Ministers handling irrigation, forests and other departments to explain Karnataka's requirements, Parameshwara said. On appointments to boards and corporations, Parameshwara said the process of appointing party's Working Presidents and office-bearers was separate from appointing chairpersons and directors to government boards and corporations. He said senior leaders, including the party General Secretary, General Secretary in charge, Chief Minister and former Chief Minister, had already held discussions and finalised the process. The appointments may be made as soon as possible, he said.
Akka Cafe inaugurated at taluk office in Mysuru
Tensions Rise at Mysuru Dasara Event Over Ministers Delay
Former minister Tanveer Sait expresses frustration over Minister Yathindra Siddaramaiahs late arrival at a Dasara event in Mysuru. Tensions Rise at Mysuru Dasara Event Over Ministers Delay
Gavisiddeshwara Swamiji to be invited to inaugurate Mysuru Dasara
Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Sep 28 (IANS) The Karnataka government on Monday formally invited Abhinava Gavisiddeshwara Mahaswamiji to inaugurate the historic Mysuru Dasara festival. Kannada and Culture Minister Shivaraj Tangadagi officially extended the invitation to the seer. Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar has appealed to people to be part of the Dasara celebrations and witness the cultural grandeur of the festival. In a post on X, Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar said it was a matter of pride for Kannadigas that the historic Mysuru Dasara, a symbol of culture, tradition and spiritual values, would be inaugurated in the divine presence of Abhinava Gavisiddeshwara Mahaswamiji. The historic Mysuru Dasara being inaugurated in the divine presence of the revered seer, who is a symbol of culture, tradition and spiritual values, is a matter of pride for all Kannadigas, CM Shivakumar said in his post. Koppal MP Rajshekhar Hitnal, MLA Raghavendra Hitnal, Koppal District Congress president Mallikarjun Nagappa, Legislative Council member Basanagouda Badarli and Deputy Commissioner Suresh Itnal were present when the formal invitation was extended. CM Shivakumar also invited people to attend the historic Dasara celebrations and witness the cultural grandeur of the festival. Everyone should come without fail to the historic Dasara festival and witness its cultural grandeur, he said. It can be recalled that Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar announced that the 2026 Mysuru Dasara festival will be celebrated on a grand 11-day scale from October 11 to October 21, 2026. He ruled out scaling back the festivities despite drought conditions, emphasising its role in supporting tourism and local livelihoods. Scheduled for October 11, 2026, to be inaugurated by the seer Abhinava Gavisiddeshwara Mahaswamiji of Gavi Mutt. The grand procession will culminate on Vijayadashami, October 21, 2026, with the traditional floral tribute held between 4:10 p.m. and 4:35 p.m.. The state government plans to invite Chief Ministers from all southern states to enhance regional cultural participation.
Digital Desk | Mysuru (Karnataka), Sep 28 (IANS) Former minister and six-time MLA, Tanveer Sait, on Monday expressed displeasure over Urban Development Minister Yathindra Siddaramaiah's delay in attending a breakfast organised for Dasara elephant mahouts, kawadis and their family members at the Mysuru Palace premises. The programme was scheduled for 9 a.m., but Yathindra Siddaramaiah had not arrived even after much delay, leaving the mahouts, kawadis and their family members waiting for his arrival. Expressing his displeasure over the delay, Sait left the venue and spoke to the Deputy Commissioner, questioning the arrangements and the minister's lack of punctuality. Don't you have a sense of time? What should be done if there is no sense of time? There is a limit to everything. Let them do anything in other matters, but is it right to make mahouts wait for their breakfast? Sait said, adding that he had left the venue. Yathindra Siddaramaiah later arrived at the venue and served breakfast to the mahouts and kawadis. Clarifying the delay, Yathindra said he was yet to fully settle into his new house in Mysuru and that things were still being arranged. My new house is not arranged yet. Things are helter-skelter. My mother was not at home, I was alone and even the workers were not there. It took some time to get ready, arrange things and arrive. It was not intentional, he said. Sait, who represents the Mysuru region, had also been critical of the functioning of the state government under former Chief Minister Siddaramaiah. Tanveer Sait has been elected as a Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) six times from the Narasimharaja constituency in Mysuru, Karnataka. He first won a bye-election in May 2002 following his father's passing, and has won every consecutive election since then, securing his sixth term in the May 2003/2023 state Assembly elections and he is closer to Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar. Former minister Tanveer Sait had expressed disappointment over not being inducted into D.K. Shivakumars Cabinet, with his name missing from the list of Ministers cleared by the AICC. Sait, who was a strong aspirant for a ministerial berth and had remained confident of securing the party high command's approval during second phase of Cabinet expansion. Insiders state that Tanveer Sait has been snubbed to ensure steady political growth of Siddaramaiah's son Yathindra.
Bengaluru: Elderly man killed in elephant attack; forest department launches search
Bengaluru: Elderly man killed in elephant attack; forest department launches search Bengaluru: A 60-year-old man was killed in a suspected wild elephant attack near Anchepalya, off Mysuru Road in Bengaluru, on Monday. The deceased has been identified as Nagaraj, a resident of Anchepalya. The incident occurred around 5.30 a.m. when Nagaraj had reportedly stepped out [] The post Bengaluru: Elderly man killed in elephant attack; forest department launches search appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Bengaluru: Elderly man killed in suspected elephant attack near Mysuru Road
The victim, identified asNagaraju, was 60 years oldand a resident of Anchepalya near Mysuru Road.The incident reportedly happened around 5 am on Mondayin Doddabelevillage
Ex-SBI Manager Jailed For Siphoning Rs 40 Lakh From Dead Customer's Account
The accused, AV Kulkarni, was serving as Chief Manager at SBI's Chamundipuram Branch in Mysuru when the offences were allegedly committed between May 13, 2009, and December 23, 2011.
Gavimutt quashes buzz, says seer will inaugurate Mysuru Dasara
Travel operators seek one-month tax waiver for out-of-State tourist vehicles during Mysuru Dasara
In a representation to Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar, Transport Minister Byrathi Suresh and the Transport Commissioner, the association requested that tourist transport vehicles arriving from Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Goa and Maharashtra be exempted from the applicable taxes and permit fees during the festival period.
Mysuru rolls out Yatri Mitra tourist patrol
The service is aimed at preventing tourists from being misled by touts who allegedly provide false information about tourist attractions and services
KSRTC To Run Special Inter-State Services for Festive Season
Special services would operate between October 14 and November 14 from various cities in Keralam to Bengaluru, Mysuru and Chennai and vice versa, in view of the Mahanavami, Vijayadashami and Diwali festivals
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Karnataka CM urges minorities to stay alert over SIR, protect voting rights
Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Sep 26 (IANS) Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar on Saturday urged members of minority communities to remain vigilant during the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls and protect their voting rights. Speaking after inaugurating the Karnataka Parva 2026 programme at Palace Grounds in Bengaluru, Shivakumar said the theme of the event was unity in diversity and self-reliance through skills. He said different regions of Karnataka had diverse food traditions and cultural practices. Minority empowerment is part of the overall development of Karnataka, Shivakumar said, adding that members of different minority communities had come together at the event to demonstrate unity. He said the Congress had fought for Independence based on the principle of unity in diversity and described Karnataka Parva as an opportunity for people across the state. Shivakumar said the government had continued the programmes initiated during the Siddaramaiah government to provide protection and opportunities for minority communities. Shivakumar said three members from minority communities had been appointed as ministers and one had been elected as Chairman of the Legislative Council. He also said more than 25 people had been appointed as chairpersons of various boards and corporations, while a prominent leader from the Kalaburagi Dargah had been given responsibility in the Waqf Board. He said the appointments had provided opportunities for minority community leaders from different parts of the state. Shivakumar said the government had introduced several programmes to promote education and skill development among minority youth. Young people must remain vigilant. There is a conspiracy to remove voters belonging to minority communities from the electoral rolls during the SIR process, and we are fighting against it, he alleged. He urged members of minority communities to protect their voting rights. Your right to vote is your right to life. Protect it, he said. Shivakumar also said he had invited the Buddhist community of Bylakuppe and members of all communities in Karnataka to this year's Mysuru Dasara celebrations. Calling upon women to become self-reliant and create employment opportunities, Shivakumar said the government was committed to providing economic support to women. Women should become self-reliant, become entrepreneurs and create employment. We are committed to strengthening your lives, he said. He said the government's guarantee schemes are aimed at strengthening women's economic position and claimed that the government was spending Rs 1.20 lakh crore every year to provide economic support to people across different sections of society.
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Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Sep 21 (IANS) Deputy Chief Minister and Revenue Minister G. Parameshwara on Monday urged the Karnataka Legislative Council to take an objective stand on the Kasturirangan report after discussing its advantages and disadvantages, stressing the need to protect both the environment and the livelihoods of people living in the Western Ghats. Participating in the discussion, Parameshwara said Karnataka had repeatedly rejected the report, but the Centre kept issuing draft notifications. We have to protect the environment while also protecting the interests of people living in the Western Ghats and future generations. The survival of mountain ranges such as the Western Ghats, Eastern Ghats, Aravallis, Vindhyas and the Himalayas is linked to our own survival. At the same time, we must protect the lives and livelihoods of people who have been living there for generations, he said. He recalled that the Western Ghats Ecology Expert Panel headed by Madhav Gadgil was constituted by the Union Ministry of Environment and Forests in 2010 under the Environment Protection Act, 1986. The panel submitted its report on August 30, 2011, identifying 1,29,037 sq km of the Western Ghats and classifying the area into three ecological sensitivity zones. Following opposition from state governments, local people and elected representatives, the Centre constituted an 11-member High Level Working Group headed by K. Kasturirangan in August 2012 to review the Gadgil committee report. The group submitted its report on April 15, 2013, recommending around 59,940 sq km across six states as Ecologically Sensitive Areas. In Karnataka, the Kasturirangan report identified 20,668 sq km as an Ecologically Sensitive Area covering 1,576 villages across 10 districts and 33 taluks, including Belagavi, Uttara Kannada, Shivamogga, Udupi, Chikkamagaluru, Dakshina Kannada, Hassan, Kodagu, Mysuru and Chamarajanagar. Parameshwara said the recommendations included a ban on new mining, quarrying and sand mining activities, while existing mining leases were to be phased out within five years. Restrictions were also proposed on new thermal power projects and expansion of certain red industries. The report also proposed restrictions on new large construction projects, townships and area development projects, while permitting new hydropower projects subject to conditions, including a minimum distance of three kilometres between projects. He said Karnataka had been opposing the report since 2014 because of concerns over its impact on the lives and development of people in the Western Ghats. A Cabinet sub-committee was constituted in 2014 and visited Western Ghats districts during January and February 2015. It held public meetings, collected peoples views, and submitted a report, which the state government accepted and communicated to the Centre. Parameshwara said the state had subsequently written to the Centre on several occasions opposing the Kasturirangan recommendations and successive draft notifications. He noted that the Centre constituted another committee headed by Sanjay Kumar on April 18, 2022. The committee visited Karnataka in May that year and was informed of the states objections. It is carrying out satellite-based surveys as well as physical verification of residential areas, plantations and agricultural land located amid forests. According to Parameshwara, the Kasturirangan report had identified 20,668 sq km in Karnataka. After correcting technical errors, the area would come down to 19,252.16 sq km. Of this, 16,114.08 sq km is already covered under national parks, wildlife sanctuaries, reserve forests and other protected categories, leaving 3,108.08 sq km for further consideration. He said village-wise verification and survey-number-wise mapping should be undertaken to establish the actual ground situation and submit the findings to the Centre. We have to protect the Western Ghats as well as the lives of the people who have lived there for thousands of years. If the environment is protected, the lives of the people living there can also be protected, Parameshwara said, urging the Council to discuss the issue and offer suggestions to help the government take further decisions.
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Digital Desk | Mandya (Karnataka), Sep 16 (IANS) Senior BJP leader and Leader of Opposition in the Karnataka Assembly, R. Ashoka, on Wednesday alleged that it was in the blood of Congress leaders Rahul Gandhi and Sonia Gandhi to treat Hindus as inferior, and accused Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar of functioning as a puppet of the Congress leadership. Addressing reporters in Maddur while participating in a Ganesh immersion procession, Ashoka said the BJP had no expectations from the Chief Minister and demanded action against the police inspector of T. Narasipura town over his alleged controversial remarks concerning a Ganesh procession. It is in the blood of Rahul Gandhi and Sonia Gandhi to treat Hindus as inferiors. D.K. Shivakumar is a puppet in their hands. We do not have any expectation from this puppet Chief Minister, Ashoka alleged. He said the BJP had given the government one week's time to suspend the T. Narasipura town police Inspector, who, according to Ashoka, had made a controversial statement regarding the Ganesh procession. I have spoken to our party workers in Mysuru and T. Narasipura. We are planning to hold a huge Ganesh immersion procession there as well, like the one we are organising in Maddur, he said. Ashoka also levelled several allegations against the Inspector, alleging that he faced charges of assaulting Dalits with a cricket bat and was allegedly involved in cheating a woman. People are saying that the Inspector is supporting matka and ganja trade in the region. He has given money and is continuing there, while they have taken money and are allowing him to continue, Ashoka further alleged. On criticism of BJP leaders wearing footwear while carrying Ganesh idols during the protest in T. Narasipura town, Ashoka said the BJP was participating in a protest and not conducting worship. Whenever a Ganesh idol is installed, worshipping starts. Ganesh idols are sold on the streets, we take them home and conduct worship. That is when sanctity comes in. We were staging a protest; we were not conducting worship, he said. He also questioned Congress leaders over whether they removed their footwear while receiving mementos containing pictures of Hindu deities at public events. On the dais, while receiving mementos containing pictures of Hindu gods, have they received them by removing their chappals? I am asking Congress people. Let them answer, he said. The remarks came amid a political confrontation between the BJP and Congress in Karnataka over Ganesh processions and the conduct of police personnel. It can be recalled that a stone pelting incident occurred during a Ganesha idol immersion procession in Maddur town, Mandya district, on September 7, 2025, leaving at least eight people injured and triggering local protests and prohibitory orders. Violence broke out when the procession passed near a place of worship in Ram Rahim Nagar, where stones were reportedly hurled at participants, causing chaos and injuries. Law enforcement quickly dispersed the groups, imposed Section 144 prohibitory orders, and took 20 individuals into custody. Police later registered multiple cases regarding the stone pelting and subsequent protests.
