Karthik K K

3 weeks ago | newindianexpress.com | Karthik K K

MYSURU: Call it the failure of the authorities to tap the potential of heritage sites and tourist spots in Mysuru to draw more international visitors or the lack of interest among the foreigners, the City of Palaces is witnessing a significant drop in the number of foreign visitors over the last couple of months. Despite a post-Covid-19 pandemic revival in tourism, recent trends indicate a sharp decline in international travellers, raising concerns among industry stakeholders.

1 month ago | newindianexpress.com | Karthik K K

MYSURU: In a remarkable confluence of art, language, and ideology, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah’s record 16th budget was more than a financial document. It was a bold statement of his deep-rooted commitment to Kannada culture, language, land and his own ideology in a metaphoric way. When Siddaramaiah stood to present his budget, it was more than just numbers and policies. It was also a narrative, a tribute, a cultural manifesto wrapped in fiscal planning.

2 months ago | newindianexpress.com | Karthik K K

MYSURU: The Oriental Research Institute (ORI) of the University of Mysore, globally revered for preserving and publishing rare manuscripts and palm-leaf texts, has taken a monumental step towards digitisation. The 138-year-old institution, which houses an impressive collection of around 45,000 printed rare books — including scholarly journals and ancient texts on Ayurveda, physics, chemistry and aviation — is now in the process of converting these invaluable works into e-books.

Dec 21, 2024 | newindianexpress.com | Karthik K K

MYSURU: A school going boy with curiosity leaned closer to a monitor, trying to decipher an ancient Kannada script displayed on the screen. Beside him, his friends lined up eagerly pointed out the characters, guiding him through the process. This scene, a mix of wonder and camaraderie, was one of many at the Akshara Bhandara platform that captivated visitors during the 87th Kannada Sahitya Sammelana in Mandya on Saturday.

Dec 12, 2024 | newindianexpress.com | Karthik K K

MYSURU : The iconic Jayalakshmi Vilas Mansion, a treasure trove of the state’s cultural heritage, is undergoing a meticulous restoration at the University of Mysore. The restoration of the west wing of the palace is funded by the US Department of State’s Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation (AFCP) and the project is a testament to the enduring friendship between the United States and India.