Mysore/Mysuru: The elephants, an integral part of the Dasara celebrations, were given an emotional farewell from Mysore Palace today. Departing from Jayamarthanda Gate in trucks, the 14 jumbos started their journey back to their respective camps where they will resume their designated duties as directed by Forest Department, though their special festive diet will no…
Mysore/Mysuru: Chief Minister Siddharamaiah unveiled the bronze statue of Dr. M.H. Marigowda, called as the ‘Father of Horticulture in India,’ installed at Curzon Park adjacent to Mysore Palace yesterday. Speaking on the occasion, CM said: “The achievements of Dr. Marigowda is an inspiration to all, as he was the brain behind the development of horticulture…
Mysore/Mysuru: The Titular Head of Erstwhile Mysore Royal Family Yaduveer Krishnadatta Chamaraja Wadiyar performed Ayudha Puja to the Pattada Kaththi (Royal Sword) and other weapons at Palace on Monday (Oct. 23), in keeping with the age old tradition. Like every year, Yaduveer performed puja at Kalyana Mantapa and Savari Thotti to Pattada Aane (Royal Elephant),…
Mysore/Mysuru: Vajra Mushti Kalaga, the form of wrestling that pre-dates to princely Mysore era, came alive with the fight between two pairs of wrestlers at Savari Thotti in the Palace premises yesterday. The nail-biting bout that is, for Vajra Mushti Kalaga spanning a history of 413 years (some say it is 414), without any break…
Mysore/Mysuru: Internationally renowned Sarod exponent Pandit Rajeev Taranath transcended music connoisseurs to a different world, with his soulful concert at Mysore Palace last evening. The 91-year-old Pt. Taranath strung the chords as the ardent music lovers swooned in adulation, with the illuminated Palace serving as a perfect backdrop. Pt. Taranath, who has a legion of…
Kavya-Kuncha-Gayana, Pancha Veena recital, dance feature keep audience hooked throughout the evening Mysore/Mysuru: Various art forms that form the fulcrum of glorious tradition enriched Dasara festival, at the cultural programmes organised by Dasara Cultural Sub-Committee at Mysore Palace premises last evening. ‘Kavya-Kuncha-Gayana’ by Mudigunda Krishnamurthy and troupe brought alive the great personalities like erstwhile Maharaja…
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…
Visually challenged sisters cast a spell Mysore/Mysuru: The musical tradition that once enjoyed royal patronage, continues to endear the connoisseurs in Dasara Cultural Programmes, with Mysore Palace serving as a perfect backdrop reliving the bygone era. Visually challenged vocalist sister duo Vidushi Dr. B.N. Manjula and Vidushi B.N. Nagarathna of Nanjangud along with their disciple…
Mysore/Mysuru: With just five days remaining for the grand Jumboo Savari on Oct. 24, which marks the conclusion of Dasara festivities, the first rehearsal for Dasara grand finale was held at Mysore Palace premises this morning. The Golden Howdah-carrying elephant Abhimanyu, accompanied by Kumki elephants Varalakshmi and Vijaya, along with seven other elephants, was moved…
Mysore/Mysuru: Classical and western instrumental music performed by the Karnataka Police Band mesmerised the audience at Mysore Palace premises last evening. The performance was a huge hit on the fourth day of Dasara cultural programmes, being held as part of Dasara – 2023 with the crowd treated to the sound of music that flawlessly flowed…
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