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As Mysuru reels under drought, farmers urged to grow fodder

Even as Mysuru district has fodder stocks that can last for the next 24 months, farmers are being given kits containing fodder seeds to cultivate forage for livestock as a measure to ensure fodder availability until next monsoon.

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‘Employ manual labor for paddy harvest to save fodder over drought’

With the onset of paddy harvest, farmers in Mysuru are now being persuaded to employ manual labor for harvesting instead of deploying machine harvesters for accruing sufficient fodder quantity.

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LS polls: SVEEP drives take off to encourage electorates to vote

The focus is now on spreading voter awareness as the country is going for the Lok Sabha elections next year. In Mysuru, drives as part of Systematic Voters’ Education and Electoral Participation (SVEEP) have begun months ahead of the Parliamentary polls.

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Hemophilia Society Foundation Day celebrated in Mysuru

Deputy Commissioner K.V. Rajendra said here on Friday that there was a perceptible decline in the number of blood donors and the trend should be reversed. He was speaking at the 44th Foundation Say of Hemophilia Society which was also an occasion to create patient awareness among the public.

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Minister highlights efforts towards TB eradication

Union Min. Khuba inaugurated Int'l TB Conclave-2023 at JSS Med. College, Mysuru. Minister Namassivayam, Swami of Suttur Mutt, Khuba, Dr. B. Suresh, Dr. Salil Bhargava, Dr. Rajendra Joshi, Dr. Suma M.N. & 500 delegates attended. Aim: TB eradication & "TB Mukt Bharat".

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PU college lecturers, principals come out against State govt. plan

PU college staff in Mysuru oppose govt's move to give ZP CEO control of colleges, demand one annual exam system. Assocs. argue 3 annual exams make students "non-serious" & threaten PU education's identity. Protests held in all districts, indefinite agitation planned if demands not met.

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‘Consider PU lecturers as non-vacation staff’

PU college lecturers in Mysuru deprived of vacations due to yearlong work. Karnataka State PU College Lecturers’ Association suggests designating them as "non-vacation staff" to get holidays on 2nd & 4th Saturdays & other benefits. March-Aug, 7 exams conducted, no proper holiday after work. Association demands benefits extended to non-vacation…

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District-level Rajyotsava award withdrawn in view of criminal cases against recipient

Mysuru district admin withdraws Rajyotsava award from M.K. Ashok due to criminal cases. Award was given to 50 people in recognition of their social service. Police informed admin of criminal cases against Ashok, leading to withdrawal of award. Son's assault case revealed criminal antecedents of father. Ashok was chosen for…

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Two Railway officials in Mysuru division found dead

Two railway personnel commit suicide in Mysuru Division of South Western Railway. Prabhu (45, Chikkajajur, Chitradurga) run over by train at Mysuru station; Arun Kumar Amar (42, Bihar) commits suicide at Kumsi station. Police investigating; Amar due to be relieved on selection for govt job in home state. Arogya Sahayavani…

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After a temporary setback during COVID-19, mulberry silk production in the country bounces back

Mulberry silk production in India has bounced back to 27,654 MT in 2022-23, after a temporary setback due to COVID-19. CSRTI, Mysuru, has developed improved mulberry varieties, bivoltine breeds and double hybrid cocoons, increasing leaf productivity and cocoon yield. These technologies have helped the country reach its current production levels.

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Strengthening party in Old Mysore region among his priorities says Vijayendra

BJP's new State President B.Y. Vijayendra is prioritizing strengthening the party in Old Mysore region. He visited Mysuru and Mandya districts and addressed press and party workers' meetings, emphasizing the importance of winning in Old Mysore region for the BJP to come to power. He also visited the residence of…

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Students demand teachers, better facilities

Mysuru students protest for teaching faculty, access to library, drinking water, toilets, cleanliness in classrooms, and newspapers in library. Memorandum submitted to VC, who promised to look into issues. Subhash, Nitin, Chandrika, Birappa, Abhi, and Maharaja college students present.

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Three drown in KRS backwaters

Tragedy in Mysuru: 3 drown in KRS backwaters. Harish, Jyothi & Nanjunda, part of 15-member group, were fished out by KRS police & Fire & Emergency Services. Bodies shifted to MMC&RI mortuary.

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Vijayendra says his aim is to bring BJP to power after next Assembly polls

B.Y. Vijayendra, newly appointed president of BJP's State unit, aims to win all 28 seats in Karnataka's Lok Sabha elections and return BJP to power in State Assembly. He regrets party's failure to win as many seats as expected in last Assembly elections, but is determined to make Karnataka BJP's…

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Cricket fever keeps people indoors in Mysuru

Mysuru cricket fever grips city as fans stay home to watch World Cup Final. Streets deserted, daily chores done early, flags waved near palace & temple. Rally of youth flagged off by Congress leader Somashekar. Giant LCD TVs installed at Chamundi Vihar Stadium & other districts. Hotels & resorts lure…

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RPF launches fortnight-long awareness campaign after derailment was averted near Nanjangud

RPF launches awareness campaign against keeping objects on railway tracks after averting tragedy. Team of personnel to visit schools, industrial area & public places to create awareness of threat to life & safety of passengers. 3 youths arrested & booked under Railways Act, cooling their heels in judicial custody.

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Dog hit by train at Arsikere rescued

PFA Mysuru responded to call from Shubham Sikar about dog hit by train at Arsikere. Team sent with Dr. Amardeep & Mr. Murthy, found dog alive & in pain. Treated on spot & safely transported back to Mysuru. X-ray revealed spinal injury, medications administered to aid recovery. PFA reminds of…

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Road safety ‘bikeathon’ flagged off from Mysuru to Hampi

Rotaract Club of Mysore and JeevaRaksha Trust flagged off MYSURUA road safety “bikeathon” to create awareness on wearing helmets. It aims to prevent deaths due to head injuries in accidents. The bikeathon will ride to Hampi and back, with road shows and public meetings along the way. Flash mob at…

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Astronomy: Radio Manasa, Astrophysics Institute join hands

Univ. of Mysore & Indian Institute of Astrophysics sign MoU to produce radio content on astronomy for Radio Manasa. Content will cover discoveries, celestial events, famous astronomers, history of astronomy & more in Kannada & English. Benefits students & public in Mysuru.

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Passenger safety drive, preventive checks conducted by RPF across Mysuru Division

SWR Mysuru Division conducted preventive checks & safety drives leading to Deepavali, 47 cases of law violation detected & cases registered. 3 cases booked under Railway Act, 11 smoking cases, 33 cases under Cigarette & Tobacco Act, boxes of crackers seized, person carrying LPG nabbed. 44 safety inspections, 21 station…

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Passenger amenities to be shored up at 15 railway stations in Mysuru division by June

Mysuru Railway Division to upgrade 15 stations at ₹385 cr. Works to be completed by June 2024. Passengers to benefit from end-to-end shelter, world-class lounges, furniture, escalators, lifts, etc. Track electrification of 550m near Mysuru Airport pending due to technical issues. Impact of Shakti scheme on railways minimal, assessment of…

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Heritage endangered: Mysuru grapples with conservation challenges

Funding for conservation was never a priority for any of government. Even the existing 131 notified heritage buildings face financial constraints. Even if there is an annual grant, it goes towards basic maintenance, like in case of a few structures that house government offices. But the available funds do little to…

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Big push to ‘green’ mobility as Mysuru to get 100 e-buses

Mysuru to get 100 electric buses under GUMI project, expanding intra-city operations with focus on eco-friendly modes of public transport. KSRTC has launched pilot projects, including electric bus rides between Mysuru and Bengaluru, and will pay the supplier on a kilometre basis. Infrastructure for supporting the operation such as charging…

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Mysuru fleet needs expansion as 50 old buses set for scrapping

Mysuru division of KSRTC seeks 150 buses to meet rising passenger load. 50 buses to be scrapped due to completing 15 years of service. 75 buses sought for intra-city services, 25 additional buses as replacement. Post-Shakti, daily passenger load is 3.75 lakh, zero tickets net ₹23-24 crore/month. Passengers demand better…

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Set aside politics over drought, come to farmers’ rescue: Shanthkumar

Kurubur Shanthakumar urges CM Siddaramaiah to set aside politics & come to rescue of drought-hit farmers. He demands loan waiver & fresh loans for new crops. He also seeks immediate reimbursement of harvesting & transport cost incurred by farmers for supplying sugarcane to factories. Warns of bigger protests if demands…

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