No matter how modern our lifestyles become, our link to the past always stays strong. A recent video of students of the Raghu Leela School of Music (RLSM) presenting the Nagara Sankeerthane is a fine example of this. What is the Nagara Sankeerthane? Nagara Sankeerthane is an old custom where musicians and dancers walked through […]
General Thimayya – The Indian Army’s Finest Heroes
When stories of the valor and bravery of the Indian forces are told, one cannot help but mention General Thimayya. Kodandera Subayya Thimayya, General K S Thimayya, or Timmy, as he was lovingly addressed by his colleagues, was undoubtedly one of the eminent soldiers in the Indian army. With a career spanning 35 years, General […]
Camper Van Travel With Trippy Wheels – The New Way to Holiday
If you were to look for a silver lining of the past year’s pandemic, it would be that we’ve opened ourselves up to new experiences. Holidaying is no longer limited to hotel stays. Caravan tourism is slowly building a presence in India. Now, you can hire a caravan as your home on wheels and explore […]
Padubidri Beach In Udupi – A Mix Of Peace And Adventure
The Padubidri beach is located in the Udupi district of Karnataka. This beach lies within the small town of Padubidri, which is famous for the Dakkebali ritual held once in two years. A huge portion of the Padubidri population comprises of the Tuluva ethnic group. The National Highway 17 (NH 17) passes through this little […]
General Thimayya Memorial Museum, Coorg – Get A Glimpse Of The Valor Of Indian Soldiers
If you’re planning an itinerary for your upcoming trip to Kodagu, you have one more place to add to your list – General Thimayya Memorial Museum. The landmark museum is all set to get inaugurated on at 3.15 pm on 6 February 2021 by the President Ram Nath Kovind General Kodendera Subayya Thimayya, one of […]
Train Services To Bengaluru Airport – The A To Z
Yes, you heard it right. Train services to Bengaluru Airport have become a reality, finally. People from Bengaluru or the ones traveling through this city will no longer have to spend hours in the traffic or pay huge amounts as cab charges to reach the Kempegowda International Airport (KIA). Arriving at the KIA will be […]
How to Pay Mysore Property Tax Online
Looking for a way to pay Mysore property tax online? Read on to know more about Mysuru City Corporation or MCC property tax online payment Mysore by scanning just a QR code. MCC And Property Tax Online Payment Mysuru City is governed by Mysuru City Corporation (MCC). It is one of the oldest Urban Local […]
Students With OCI Cards Are Eligible For State Quota Seats In Karnataka
Good news for students with OCI cards or Overseas Citizens of India cards. The Karnataka High Court has ruled that students with OCI cards must be treated as citizens of India when they apply for professional courses in colleges. They are now eligible for the state quota as well as the quota reserved for Non […]
Kathamala – Stories To Kindle Interest In Indian Culture
Stories are the best way for children to learn about our culture and history as well as to gain life principles and scientific perspectives. It is this that led to the evolution of the Kathamala podcast channel by the Anaadi Foundation. Kathamala literally translates to a string of stories. The channel was launched on August […]
Varanga – A Picturesque Stop on the Jain Pilgrim Trail
Some of the villages in Karnataka are the most picturesque. Varanga in the Udupi district is one such village. The place is best known for its Jain temples. The most prominent amongst them include the Kere Basadi and the Neminath Basadi. The temples make it a prominent stop on the Jain pilgrim circuit. Read: Top […]