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Dasara expenditure in a year of drought higher than last year

For Dasara 2023, ₹29.25cr was spent, higher than last year. Revenue from sponsors and ticket sales increased. Illumination costs not included. Govt. grant, MUDA & Palace Board released ₹30cr. Despite drought, expenditure was kept within limits, grandeur not compromised.

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Nani interview on ‘Hi Nanna’: I did not want the success of ‘Dasara’ to dictate what I choose next

Nani interview on ‘Hi Nanna’: I did not want the success of ‘Dasara’ to dictate what I choose next. Hi Nanna, directed by Shouryuv, stars Mrunal Thakur, Shruti Haasan and child actor Kiara

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Selfie spot on KEA premises comes under scanner

The Kannada Development Authority (KDA) has issued a notice to the Karnataka Exhibition Authority (KEA) for its failure to accord primacy to Kannada at the selfie spot in front of the Dasara exhibition premises in Mysuru.

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Shopping destinations in Bengaluru come alive for Deepavali, with people thronging places to purchase festive needs. Despite the pandemic and roadwork, sales have picked up steadily, with some places yet to make a full recovery.

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Did EFLU release backdated circulars during protests?

EFLU issues two backdated circulars, one extending Dasara vacations and one constituting an Internal Complaints Committee. Protests by students were sparked by the alleged sexual molestation of a student and the university's insensitive handling of the issue.

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Special trains to clear Dasara rush

SWR to run addl trains for Dasara: Train No. 06205 & 06206 from Mysuru to Dharwar and back, and Train No. 06203 & 06204 from Mysuru to Vijayapura and back. Stops incl. KSR Bengaluru, Yeshwantpur, Tumkur, Arsikere, Birur, Davangere, Harihar, Haveri, Hubballi, Hole Alur, Badami, Bagalkot. Composition: 1 AC 2-tier,…

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Dasara gold card launch today

DC K.V. Rajendra releases gold cards for Dasara festivities in Mysuru, available online for ₹6,000. Buyers can collect cards after purchase with ID proof. Message/email sent with details of collection.

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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…

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Thousands take part in homams at Dasara Mahotsavalu at Siddhartha Institute in Vijayawada

In Vijayawada, 10,000 devotees participated in the nine-day Dasara Mahotsavalu organised by the Sri Sarannavaratri Mahotsava Committee. 100 students volunteered and ₹1.5 crore was spent on the arrangements. Free lunch was provided to devotees and 36 homams could be performed simultaneously. The event was resumed after 30 years, thanks to…

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Raza Murad to attend Dasara 2023 Urdu Mushaira

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.

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There was no demand for commission from the officials, Rajeev Taranath clarifies after controversy

Rajeev Taranath clarifies no demand for commission from honorarium for Dasara recital. Officials led by Mysuru Zilla Panchayat CEO visit his residence, probe ordered by Minister in charge of district into anonymous call.

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Cannon firing rehearsal passes off smoothly

At Mysuru's Dasara Exhibition Grounds, 14 elephants, led by Abhimanyu, took part in a cannon firing drill to acclimatise them for the Vijayadashami procession. City Armed Reserve personnel fired 21 rounds from seven cannons, with the mahout of Rohit calming the jumbo making its Dasara debut. Two more rehearsals will…

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Yuva Dasara limited to four days

Mysuru Yuva Dasara restricted to four days (Oct 18-21); Shivarajkumar to grace inaugural event; Sadhu Kokila, Sanchit Hegde, Salim-Suleiman & Benny Dayal to perform; progs start 6.30 pm, end 10.30 pm.

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Dasara air show in Mysuru on October 23

Heli ride and paragliding are also expected to be part of this year’s Dasara attractions

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Dasara: Abhimanyu carries wooden replica of golden howdah

Abhimanyu, lead tusker of Dasara jumbo squad, carried wooden replica of golden howdah during rehearsal for Jamboo Savari in Mysuru. Accompanied by 13 jumbos, Abhimanyu marched till Bannimantap & back. Wooden replica of howdah mounted after puja. DCF said health of all 14 elephants good & exercise of familiarizing them…

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Movie buffs can cheer as Dasara festival to screen 112 films

MyDFF: Movie buffs rejoice as 112 films, incl. national award-winning, art films & blockbusters, to be screened from Oct 15-22. 800 film enthusiasts can watch movies in 4 screens daily. Passes issued online/offline. Inaugural event on Oct 15 with star-studded cast.

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Second batch of Dasara jumbos arrive in Mysuru

The second batch of Dasara elephants joined the team of tusker Abhimanyu and eight jumbos in Mysuru on Monday.

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Cauvery protests hit weekend tourism in Mysuru

Mysuru's tourism sector feeling pinch of Cauvery crisis. Mandya Bandh caused 50-55% occupancy rate in hotels, compared to 100% usually. Tourists from Bengaluru played it safe due to fear of being stranded. Stakeholders concerned that Dasara will be scaled down, impacting livelihoods of 80-100K people. Pre-pandemic, 3.5-3.8M tourists visited Mysuru,…

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Tusker Abhimanyu carries weight with ease

Weight carrying rehearsal for Dasara elephants began in Mysuru on Fri, Sept 15. Abhimanyu, the lead elephant carrying the 750-kg golden howdah, carried nearly 600 kg of sand bags. Other tuskers in the team also carried weight as a standby. The rehearsal will continue until the festivities to familiarise the…

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Weight rehearsal for jumbos likely to start from Friday

Weight carrying practice for Dasara elephants to start from Sept 15; 8 jumbos led by Abhimanyu acclimatised to procession route. Sand bags mounted on their back during session; weight gradually increased to equal howdah weight. Dept to decide roles of Nishane Ane, Naupat Ane & Pattada Ane. Second batch of…

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Dasara elephants begin their routine training

A week after their arrival in Mysuru for the festivities, the Dasara elephants began their routine training on Friday, as they were taken on the Jamboo Savari route till Bannimantap here. They marched on the route with their mahouts and kavadis amidst the watchful eyes of the forest officials.

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Weighing over five tonne, Abhimanyu is heaviest of Dasara elephants

The first batch of the nine Dasara elephants were weighed on Wednesday in the routine assessment in the run-up to the festivities to be held in October by which they are expected to gain weight.

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Grand reception awaits Dasara jumbos at Mysuru palace on September 5

Grand reception for nine Dasara elephants at Mysuru Palace on Sept. 5. Minister H.C. Mahadevappa to greet jumbos. Four elephants participating for first time, pregnancy test conducted. 750-kg golden howdah to be carried by Abhimanyu. Grand reception for nine Dasara elephants at Mysuru Palace on Sept. 5. Minister H.C. Mahadevappa…

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Jumbo team ready for Dasara 2023

They will be welcomed into Mysuru Palace on Sept 5 and their training for the Dasara finale will begin.

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