Mysuru has long been renowned worldwide for its vibrant Dasara celebrations. However, now, for sometime to come, Mysuru will also be known as the birthplace of acclaimed sculptor who carved ‘Balak Ram,’ all thanks to the talented artist Arun Yogiraj, a third-generation sculptor from Mysuru. Arun’s remarkable achievements have made Mysureans proud and has also…
Mysore/Mysuru: Suttur Seer Sri Shivarathri Deshikendra Swamiji said that attractive photos lend more value to the news that is carried in newspapers. He was speaking after releasing the New Year – 2024 digit and pictorial calendars brought out by Mysuru Photo Journalists Association (MPJA) at Patrakarthara Bhavan here this morning. Pointing out that a captivating …
Mysore/Mysuru: The Cultural Capital and Heritage City of Mysuru played host to a spectacular New Year celebration last night, welcoming 2024 with renewed vigour and an atmosphere filled with joy, music and cultural festivities. The Central Business District and more than 25 renowned hospitality brands transformed into a kaleidoscope of colours and lights, with festive…
Mysore/Mysuru: Achievers from various fields were felicitated during Kuvempu Jayanti organised at BJP Office at Chamaraja Mohalla in the city yesterday. Star of Mysore and Mysuru Mithra photographer M.N. Lakshminarayana Yadav, organic farmer Dileep Chikkanna Gowda, ex-serviceman Sridhar, woman pilot Tanushree Gowda, student Meghana and senior BJP worker Balasubramanya were among those felicitated during the…
A breath-taking view of the illuminated Mysuru city along with the resplendent Mysore Palace clicked by Star of Mysore Photographer M.N. Lakshminarayana Yadav from atop Chamundi Hill last night. The colourfully lit royal city is attracting Dasara tourists and local residents in hordes to witness the illumination. The Gaali Mantapa or Watch Tower (ancient Stone…
Mysore/Mysuru: Mysuru District Journalists Association (MDJA) has selected Star of Mysore (SOM) Photographer M.N. Lakshminarayana Yadav for ‘Senior Photojournalist late Netraraju Endowment Award’ and senior journalist Rajkumar Bhavasar for ‘Senior Journalist late Niranjan Nikam Endowment Award-2023.’ It may be mentioned here that S.T. Somashekar, the then District Minister, had presented Rs. 50,000 cheque each to…
By M.T. Yogesh Kumar [Pics by M.N. Lakshminarayana Yadav] In the grand celebration of Dasara, the Flower Show at Kuppanna Park takes the spotlight as the second most popular event after the Vijayadashami procession. This spectacular event is meticulously organised to attract a large number of visitors and is a collaborative effort between the Mysuru…
A worker cleaning a chandelier at Durbar Hall of Mysore Palace on the eve of assembling of golden throne this morning, as Mysore Palace Board Deputy Director T.S. Subramanya and others look on. [Pic. by M.N. Lakshminarayana Yadav]
Mysore/Mysuru: Marking the official commencement of grand Dasara-2023, ‘Gajapayana’, a procession of nine caparisoned elephants, led by Abhimanyu that will carry the Golden Howdah (Ambari), began from the elephant camp today. Gajapayana was set in motion at Veeranahosahalli Gate on the outskirts of Nagarahole National Park in Hunsur Taluk by District Minister Dr. H.C. Mahadevappa,…
Mysore/Mysuru: As part of the 184th World Photography Day celebration, the Mysore Photographic Association Trust had organised a photography competition in several categories. City photographer G.S. Ravishankar has been awarded the first prize in both the wildlife and pictorial categories. He has also secured consolation prizes in the wildlife and pictorial sections, earning him a…
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