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Sunday, February 15, 2026
TopicMysuru Dussehra

Topic: Mysuru Dussehra

Dasara invite to Muslim author irks Karnataka BJP, Mysuru MP seeks her ‘clarity on reverence’

Siddaramaiah govt has invited Booker Prize-winning Kannada author Banu Mushtaq to inaugurate this year's Dasara festivities in Mysuru, which begin with offerings to Goddess Chamundeshwari.

Mysuru Dasara starts with a special prayer to deity Chamundeshwari for ‘early Covid vaccine’

Usually marked by grand celebrations, the 10-day Mysuru Dasara is being observed with muted festivities this year in light of the Covid-19 pandemic.

Immunity-boosting food & strict quarantine for jumbos, mahouts taking part in Mysuru Dasara

All entry and exit points of the Mysuru Palace are being strictly monitored and none of the mahouts or their support staff are allowed to leave the premises.

Meet Arjuna, the 5,650-kg showstopper of Mysuru Dussehra

The 58-year-old jumbo will lead the procession of elephants at the famous 10-day festivities in Mysuru but is racing against time to gain weight. 

On Camera

How Nehru defended restrictions on freedom of speech and the press

On 29 May 1951, Jawaharlal Nehru defended adding 'reasonable restrictions' to Article 19, arguing that free speech must be balanced with national security and unity.

Andhra proposes Rs 100-cr wealth fund, eyes Norway-style sovereign fund model to drive growth

Andhra Pradesh Finance Minister Payyavula Keshav presented a Rs 3.32 lakh crore budget for 2026–27 in the assembly Saturday.

Top US military commander applauds ‘India’s tactical execution’ during Op Sindoor; adds ‘there’s lessons too’

On bilateral ties, Admiral Paparo said India-US ties have an exponential effect on deterrence, because it demonstrates a unity of purpose among us to maintain the peace.

The new Great Game—Trump’s playing for time, China for leverage & India for wiggle room

This is the game every nation is now learning to play. Some are finding new allies or seeing value among nations where they’d seen marginal interest. The starkest example is India & Europe.