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Time of India
2 days ago
- General
- Time of India
Experts examine 14th century inscription linked to Harihara II
Udupi: An unpublished 14th century inscription located in Hardalli-Mandalli village of Kundapur taluk has drawn renewed attention due to the collaborative efforts of scholars and local history enthusiasts. Found at Kambalagadde in Manigeri Bailu, on the farmland of Shekhar Shetty, the inscription was initially studied by the late historian B Vasantha Shetty. However, the publication of his research was cut short by his untimely demise. The inscription came back into focus when heritage enthusiast Purnima Kamalashile informed Vaishali GR, a PhD researcher at Tumkur University and assistant professor in the department of history at Government First Grade College, Bhatkal. Vaishali, along with Vivek Mityantara, a localite, visited the spot and Shashikumar Naik, a PhD scholar did the preliminary study on the was followed by further study and interpretation by Shruthesh Acharya Moodubelle, a researcher in history and archaeology. According to Acharya, the inscription opens with a hymn to Lord Ganesha and Lord Shiva. It is dated to the reign of Harihara II (1377–1404 CE) of the Vijayanagara empire and is carved on a granite stone slab. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Dermatologista recomenda: simples truque elimina o fungo facilmente Acabe com o Fungo Undo The upper portion features solar and lunar emblems, a Shiva linga flanked by a devotee seated in padmasana, and depictions of a lamp and Nandi. The inscription, written in 14th century Kannada script, contains 34 lines, although the lower section was partially eroded. The text eulogises King Harihara II with his royal titles and records a land grant made in the Saka year 1312 (1390 CE), during the rule of Mallapa Wodeya in the Barakur kingdom. The grant was made to Chaudappa, son of Jain Madarasa of Kundugula, by Varadeshwara Edahali (son of Vasu Edahali) and Kotiswara Edahali (son of Narana Edahali), from Haradavalli of Nalvattu Naadu. The inscription specifies the boundaries of the donated land and notes that 28 mudis of rice were given to Chaudappa. Additionally, the four Nayakas of Haradavalli offered 10 Kaati Gadyana Honnu (coins). It also describes annual offerings during Shivaratri including coconut oil to the deity Somayya (Someshwara) at Murukeri, 40 rice mudis to Lord Mallikarjuna at Madiyara, and naivaidhyas to Nandikeshwara. Importantly, the inscription asserts that the donation was made without any injustice. Other notable names mentioned include Chandra, elder brother of Shiva Kedila; Dhananjaya Kedila of Madiyara; Govinda Hebbara, and Keshava Bhatta. The final lines are damaged, but from the remaining legible characters, it appears to contain a traditional curse formula, often intended to deter tampering with the grant. Fieldwork for this study was further supported by local history enthusiasts Kancharti Rajeshwara Upadhyaya and Navan Shetty.
Time of India
7 days ago
- Time of India
Shakti scheme: Devotee numbers double in Chamarajanagar dist
Mysuru: The Shakti scheme, which allows free travel for women in KSRTC buses, has significantly boosted pilgrim numbers in Chamarajanagar district. Visits to religious sites like MM Hills and Himavad Gopalaswamy Betta doubled in the past year. During the 2025 Shivaratri jathra at MM Hills, 7.2 lakh devotees used state-run buses, up from 4.2 lakh in 2024. Male Mahadeshwaraswamy temple of MM Hills, located in Hanur taluk of Chamarajanagar district, is one of the highest revenue-generating muzarai temples after Kukke Subramanya Swami temple in Dakshina Kannada district and Sri Chamundeshwari temple atop the Chamundi Hills in Mysuru. The MM Hills temple attracts 40 to 50 lakh devotees, with an annual revenue generation of up to Rs 73 crore to Srikshetra Malemahadehwara Development Authority. Lakhs of devotees visit the temple during Maha Shivaratri , Ugadi, and Deepavali jathra celebrations, besides amavasya (new moon day) and weekends throughout the year. According to KSRTC's Chamarajanagar division, about 1.2 lakh devotees travelled in its buses during the five-day Ugadi festival celebrations in 2025, compared to 1 lakh in 2024. The highest number of 1.4 lakh devotees travelled in state-run buses to another popular pilgrimage centre of Chikkallur in Kollegal taluk, which hosted a jathra mahotsava in 2025. It was 1.2 lakh in 2024. Chikkallur pilgrim centre in Chamarajanagar is also becoming popular every year, celebrating the local folk heroes Manteswamy, Siddappaji, Rachappaji, and Chennammaji, as a large number of followers of these folk heroes are located in Mysuru, Mandya, Chamarajanagar, Ramanagara, and Bengaluru Rural districts. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like How to build a digital commerce platform on Google Cloud - Google Cloud: Future of Infrastructure CIO | Google Cloud, AMD Undo Other than these, the highest number of devotees also travelled to Hogenakkal Falls on the Karnataka-Tamil Nadu border, Biligirangatha Swamy temple in BR Hills of Yelandur taluk, and Bandipur Tiger Reserve. 130 buses operate KSRTC Chamarajanagar divisional controller Ashok Kumar said that the division operates 130 buses against the usual 73 buses during Amavasya celebrations to MM Hills temple to prevent rush and 600 buses during Shivaratri celebrations. Following the implementation of the Shakti scheme, the ridership to pilgrim centres like MM Hills, Himavad Gopalswamy temple, and BR Hills temple has increased. He stated that the division has sought the state govt to sanction more buses as there is huge demand from the public for its buses in the border district. "As the number of devotees to temples and visitors to tourist spots increases every year, it also boosts the local economy, hotels, resorts, hospitality, and other allied sectors, apart from local taxi and tourist operators. Govt must operate additional state-run buses to the border district to prevent rush and overcrowding, as such measures boost tourism in the region," said Mahadevaswamy, a hotel owner from Kollegal.
The Hindu
17-05-2025
- Business
- The Hindu
Shakti scheme a resounding hit in Chamarajanagar
Among the five guarantees launched by the Congress government, the Shakti scheme, which offers free travel for women in State-run buses, has seen an overwhelming response in Chamarajanagar district. Launched on June 11, 2023, the scheme allows free travel on Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation buses. Since its inception, there has been a significant surge in the number of women commuting by these buses in the region. As of April 2025, the Chamarajanagar division of KSRTC recorded 14.82 crore passenger journeys under the Shakti scheme. Of these, 9.08 crore journeys were made by women. KSRTC has reported a total revenue of ₹551.60 crore, with ₹328.16 crore being the ticket money of women passengers which the government will reimburse to the corporation, according to a press release from the Department of Information and Public Relations. The scheme has enabled women to travel for various purposes, including employment, education, pilgrimage, tourism, and daily trips. By eliminating travel expenses, many women have reported improved financial stability, particularly those employed in private companies, small businesses, and retail shops who previously spent a portion of their income on commuting, the release added. The scheme has also led to a noticeable increase in the number of women visiting religious and tourist destinations across the district. Notable sites include Male Mahadeshwara Hills in Hanur taluk; Biligiri Ranganabetta in Yelandur taluk, and Himavad Gopalaswamy Hills in Gundlupet taluk. KSRTC divisional controller R. Ashok Kumar said the footfall at Male Mahadeshwara Hills had particularly risen during festive occasions such as New Moon days, Shivaratri, Ugadi, and Deepavali. The increased mobility of women has also improved local businesses, particularly in religious and tourist hubs. Fairs and festivals in these areas have seen higher economic activity as a result of the rise in the number of women visitors.
India Today
23-04-2025
- India Today
Telangana first-year intermediate student dies by suicide after failing exams
A first-year intermediate student (equivalent of Class 11) of Narayana College in Hyderabad, Telangana, died by suicide, allegedly because she was unhappy with her examination student, Arundhati, was found hanging in her room on Tuesday evening at her home in Tatti Annaram area of Hayathnagar area of Rangareddy district. She was enrolled in the BIPC stream, which has advanced biology, physics and chemistry as Telangana Board of Intermediate Education announced the Intermediate Public Examinations 2025 results on Tuesday. Arundhati was rushed to a local hospital, where doctors confirmed her death. The police were further investigating her death. In March, a college student in Telangana died by suicide, reportedly due to fear and anxiety over her upcoming examinations. The victim, too, was a first-year intermediate student at a private college in Hyderabad and a resident of Medak to the police, the student had returned home to Medak for the Shivaratri festival but had been struggling with a lack of interest in studies and mounting stress over her impending exams. Her parents, concerned about her reluctance towards academics, brought her back from Hyderabad on February 1 with plans to enroll her in another as the March 5 exams approached, the pressure appeared to have intensified, police said. On March 1 the victim was found hanging from a ceiling fan in her bedroom. Family members noticed her hanging through a window and rushed her to a nearby government hospital, where doctors pronounced her dead on Watch IN THIS STORY#Telangana#Hyderabad
Time of India
21-04-2025
- General
- Time of India
Hadinalku Koota Devarugala Jathra Mahotsava begins
Mandya : The historic Hadinalku Koota Devarugala Jathra Mahotsava began at Doddabala village of Nagamangala Taluk on Monday after a gap of 39 years. The three-day temple festival is being held at Shri Huchappaswamy Temple . Chief minister Siddaramaiah will be visiting the temple at 11am on Tuesday, where he will participate in rituals and join devotees in the celebrations. The festival, traditionally held once every 12 years, came to a standstill due to logistical challenges and the lack of adequate facilities for visiting devotees. With renewed efforts from local leaders, villagers, and the temple committee, preparations began afresh to bring back the revered festival. The fair was reinstated only after the reconstruction of the temple, a structure that holds a legacy of over 600 years. This revival has brought together communities from across the region, as the temple of Shri Huchappaswamy has long been regarded as a spiritual centre for divine protection, particularly during times of illness and epidemics. The festival is marked by a unique tradition where devotees offer silver items such as bangles, chains, and anklets to the deity, fulfilling vows and seeking blessings—especially during major occasions like Shivaratri and Deepavali. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Trade Bitcoin & Ethereum – No Wallet Needed! IC Markets Start Now Undo On Monday, the festival opened with deities from 14 village groups arriving in grand processions. The atmosphere was electrified with traditional art. Tuesday will see sacred rituals including abhisheka, mahamangalarati, mudiseve, annasantarpane (community feast), and Ganga snana (ritual bath). Several ministers and dignitaries are expected to attend. Wednesday will feature rituals such as Banni Mantapa Pooje, Hannutuppa Seve (offering of fruits and ghee), Shiva Pooje, Panaka Seve (offering of sweet drink) and Edurarati (evening prayer), followed by a grand procession.
