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Couple found dead in canal near Konanur, Hassan. Bodies tied to two-wheeler, police suspect suicide. Victims identified as Rangaswamy, 50, and Kanaka, 48, from Periyapatna, Mysuru. Lost son in accident, daughter married off. Konanur Police register case, helpline 104 available for counselling.

CM Siddaramaiah stressed the importance of education to fight caste system & promote social justice & equality. He said education can bring about change & dynamism for social progress & economic growth. He also praised the contributions of Nalwadi Krishnaraja Wadiyar & Diwans to the development of Mysuru in education,…

Wadiyar dynasty's Navaratri celebrations began Sun. Yaduveer performed religious rites, ascended golden throne, received blessings & offerings. The rituals are documented in Mysore Gazetteer & 'The Dasara in Mysore'. The rites were initiated by Raja Wadiyar in 1610 CE & have been followed since. The events are held in Amba…

Veteran actor Raza Murad to be chief guest at Dasara 2023 National Integration Urdu Mushaira in Mysuru on Oct 19. 17 poets incl. Abrar Kashif to participate. Tanveer Sait to inaugurate at 6 pm. Poster released by Sub Committee's Deputy Special Officer Dase Gowda.

CM Siddaramaiah inaugurated Dasara wrestling tournament in Mysuru, lifting a wooden mace. He watched the inaugural match between Karthik Kate and Vicky, followed by another bout between Ravi and Pavan. Nada Kusti and Vajramusthi Kalaga were popular in Mysuru, but lack of patronage has caused the sport to decline. Despite…

At Dasara Food Mela in Mysuru, Minister K.H. Muniyappa urges people to prevent food wastage. He calls on media to spread the message of not wasting food, even at home. He also promises to provide 10 kgs of rice per head under Anna Bhagya scheme. He urges people to visit…

CM Siddaramaiah inaugurated the Mysuru Dasara Film Festival, stressing the need for quality films that can benefit society. He said the festival is a great opportunity for movie enthusiasts to watch diverse films. Deputy CM, Minister in charge of Mysuru district, actors & filmmakers were present. 112 films, incl. national…

CM Siddaramaiah recalls watching Dasara procession as a child. He said his father had brought him to Mysuru to watch the procession. He pointed out that the festival helps project culture, tradition and progress. Despite drought, festivities planned to maintain importance of Dasara. Central aid sought to provide compensation to…

SWR to augment/de-augment 28 trains for Dasara; Train No. 17347/17348 SSS Hubballi-Chitradurg-SSS Hubballi Daily Express partially cancelled. SWR to augment 28 trains with additional coaches for Dasara. Slight revision in timings of Train No. 17332 Hubballi-Miraj Daily Express between SSS Hubballi and Desur.

Mysuru Dasara festivities begin with traditional prayers to Goddess Chamundeshwari; noted music composer Hamsalekha inaugurates celebrations. Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar, and Minister in charge of Mysuru district H.C. Mahadevappa present. Music composer Hamsalekha suggests survey on Kannada-speaking people, pairing of districts for exchange of culture, talent,…

Mandya district admin to host Srirangapatana Dasara from Oct 16-18. Raja Wadiyar began the Mysuru Dasara tradition in 1610 CE. Festivities incl. Mahila Dasara, Kavi Goshti, cultural troupes, health camp, procession, aahara mela, milking contest with cash prizes. Exhibition to showcase info on agriculture, women, child dev.