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Rehearsal of Dasara procession held at the palace

Mysuru's Dasara procession rehearsal conducted with 14 elephants led by Abhimanyu carrying golden howdah. Flowers showered on Abhimanyu. 50 tableaux, 100 cultural troupes to participate. Seating arrangements limited, entry confined to pass holders. Security stepped up. Torchlight parade to be held at Bannimantap. City brightly lit to enliven festive ambience.…

The Hindu · Oct 19, 2023

City to host Tourism Investors Meet on November 16

City to host Tourism Investors Meet on November 16

The Hindu · Oct 19, 2023

Dasara fervour: Mysuru comes alive with cultural zing

Mysuru celebrates 10-day Dasara festivities with cultural zing, showcasing State heritage. Durbar hall concerts in front of illuminated palace are main draw. Events held at 11 venues, incl. Town Hall, Kalamandira, Rangayana, Kalinga Rao auditorium. Food mela, flower show, heritage cycling, tonga ride, heritage walk, Yuva Dasara, illumination of roads,…

The Hindu · Oct 19, 2023

Nagapattinam fishermen attacked mid-sea, robbed of their belongings in sixth such attack in two months

Nine fishermen from Nagapattinam attacked by unidentified persons mid-sea, robbed of belongings. Six incidents since Aug. TN fishermen assaulted, belongings stolen incl. GPS, walkie-talkie, fishing net, silver ornaments. Victims admitted to hospital, Vedaranyam Marine Police investigating.

The Hindu · Oct 18, 2023

This is PM Modi's favourite place in Uttarakhand's Kumaon

PM Modi, during his recent visit to Uttarakhand, also visited the Kumaon region of the state. Speaking about the state, he also vouched for Jageshwar Temples and Parvati Kund as some of his favourite places in the Kumaon region. He also stated that, “I would say you must visit Parvati…

The Times of India · Oct 17, 2023

Questions over delay in launch of Dasara gold cards

Stakeholders in Mysuru seek reason for delay in launching Dasara gold cards; DC releases notification stating cards will be released on Wednesday. FOAM president B.S. Prashanth expresses displeasure over the delay, saying it will have an impact on tourists planning their itinerary. He urges govt. to extend tax waiver for…

The Hindu · Oct 17, 2023

Three-day national conference of traditional medicine practitioners from October 26

A 3-day nat'l-level conf. & 14th State-level conf. of traditional medicine practitioners will be held at Srikshetra Adi Chunchanagiri. Over 3K practitioners from across India to participate. Paper presentations, felicitation of 5 achievers, Mane Maddu prog. being conducted. Govt. urged to allot land for cultivation of medicinal plants.

The Hindu · Oct 17, 2023

Mega Bommakolu weaves a rich tale of diversity

As part of Navaratri celebrations, Kannur native decorates a hall with 2,100 figurines. The tales range from the epics to Chandrayaan. Jesus Christ, sports icons, and the new Parliament building too are featured

The Hindu · Oct 16, 2023

Cambodia opens a new airport to serve Angkor Wat as it seeks to boost tourist arrivals

Commercial operations have begun at Cambodia’s newest and biggest airport, designed to serve as an upgraded gateway to the country’s major tourist attraction, the centuries-old Angkor Wat temple complex in the northwestern province of Siem Reap

The Independent UK · Oct 16, 2023

North Malabar Travel Bazaar to be organised in Kannur from October 17

NOMTO to host North Malabar Travel Bazaar in Kannur on Oct 17-18. Event to invigorate tourism, offer platform for collaboration. 200 tour operators & 80 tourism entrepreneurs to participate. International flair with DMCs from Azerbaijan, UAE, Thailand & Bali.

The Hindu · Oct 15, 2023