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Gang waylays car in Kodagu, robs ₹50 lakh

Gang of dacoits waylaid car of Kerala contractor in Kodagu, robbed him of ₹50 lakh. Accused had tip-off, forced victims out of car, drove away with it. Police traced car, ransacked and damaged, no cash found. Special team formed to investigate, clues obtained, gold bar seized.

The Hindu · Dec 10, 2023

GTD, Mahesh in JD(S) team to study drought situation in Mysuru

JD(S) forms 6-member team, incl. G.T. Deve Gowda & S.R. Mahesh, to study drought in Mysuru, Chamarajnagar & Kodagu. Team to submit report to Govt. & party office by Nov. 18.

The Hindu · Nov 4, 2023

The multi-hued Dasara of Karnataka

Among the places known for Dasara celebrations, other than Mysuru, it is the celebration in Kodagu that stands out. The celebrations in Madikeri and Gonikoppa involve the local public and attract many outsiders. It is said that the erstwhile rulers of Kodagu began the festival celebrations around a century ago.…

The Hindu · Nov 3, 2023

Cauvery woes: Not just deficit, erratic distribution of rainfall a major concern in Kodagu

Farmers blame lack of consistency in rain pattern, which was regular for centuries, but is not being seen now due to the impact of climate change. The situation has been particularly bad this year. 

The Hindu · Oct 25, 2023

Ecosystem in Cauvery’s birthplace cries for attention amidst 42% deficit in Southwest monsoon rainfall

The dwindling storage in Karnataka’s Cauvery basin reservoirs due to drought prevailing in the State has caused concerns in the downstream areas, besides typically escalating the legal tussle over inter-State sharing of the river water. But the plight of the sensitive ecosystem of Kodagu, which is the main catchment area as…

The Hindu · Oct 22, 2023

NDRF team given farewell in Kodagu

NDRF team deployed in Kodagu since 2018 left after monsoon receded. DC Venkataraja felicitated 10th Battalion Chief Shantilal Jatia for assisting district admin. Team conducted mock drill, held awareness demos, took part in Swachh drives, tree plantation & distributed medical kits. DC appreciated team's service & ZP CEO said preparedness…

The Hindu · Oct 11, 2023

DGP holds review meeting with senior officials from southern range in Mysuru

DGP Alok Mohan held review meeting w/ senior police officials from Southern Range in Mysuru ahead of Dasara festival. He reviewed security arrangements & was accorded ceremonial guard of honour on arrival. Officials from Mysuru City Police, Mandya, Hassan, Kodagu & Chamarajanagar attended.

The Hindu · Oct 9, 2023

‘We know the pain’: freed India coffee workers lead way from bonded labour

Thousands of families are trapped by debts on plantations in south-west Karnataka, despite the practice supposedly being abolished in the 70s

The Guardian - UK · Oct 5, 2023

Mysuru-Kushalnagar railway line in limbo

Mysuru-Kushalnagar railway line discussed at Gati Shakti meeting; report on FLS to be submitted to Railway Board this month. State govt. must acquire land free of cost & meet 50% of project cost (₹1,800 cr). Return on investment positive at 4.4%, but social obligation to meet even if negative. Branch…

The Hindu · Oct 4, 2023

Exhibition of lab-grown diamonds held in Mysuru

Aukera jewellery held an exhibition in Mysuru, showcasing lab-grown diamond jewellery, the first of its kind in the city. Consumers were able to learn about the origin and authenticity of lab-grown diamonds, and the event was attended by jewellery enthusiasts and diamond connoisseurs. Lab-grown diamonds have grown in popularity in…

The Hindu · Oct 4, 2023