Brik Oven, the renowned Bangalore-based pizzeria is thrilled to announce a collaboration with Nikki Ponappa, golf coach and founder-the Food Lover Company, for a special breakfast sandwich pop-up event. This partnership aims to support the Coorg Wellness Foundation, with all proceeds from the event going towards the charitable organization.
Brik Oven’s sourdough, meticulously fermented for 48 hours, will be generously packed with the most delicious fillings. The menu will be showcasing a range of breakfast sandwiches including scrumptious Burrata and Mozzarella cheeses and bread made in-house at Brik Oven. Drawing inspiration from the coffee heartland, the sandwich spread will feature an authentic Coorg delicacy as well, directly sourced from the estates of Coorg – the Pandi Curry. The offering will also include Veg, Vegan, Prawn and Brik Oven’s own Roast Chicken and Ham varieties, paired with fresh seasonal fruits for a harmony of flavours.
Brik Oven and the Food Lover Company aim to create a memorable culinary experience for attendees while supporting a noble cause, a commitment to building a community and giving back to the Coorg Wellness Foundation. The Food Lover Company has made significant contributions to the foundation’s initiatives, including the construction of homes and the provision of higher education for children in Coorg.
Drop in at Brik Oven and dig into these mouth-watering sandwiches. Follow @brikovenblr on Instagram for more updates!
Filmmaker duo Raj Nidimoru and Krishna DK’s upcoming web series Guns & Gulaabs will premiere on Netflix on August 18.
The upcoming series brings together Rajkummar Rao with Dulquer Salmaan, Gulshan Devaiah and Adarsh Gourav.
The streamer shared the show’s release date on its platform. “Coming on 18 August,” the tagline read.
Inspired by the misfits of the world, Guns & Gulaabs is set in the 90s. It is billed as a story that depicts love and innocence though it is set in a world of crime, as per the official description of the series.
Produced under Raj & DK’s banner D2R Films, the show also features TJ Bhanu.
Guns & Gulaabs marks the first directorial venture of Raj & DK with streamer Netflix.
They earlier made shows The Family Man and Farzi for Prime Video and are currently working on the Indian chapter of Citadel for the streamer.
source: http://www.cinemaexpress.com / Cinema Express / Home> Hindi /by PTI / July 21st, 2023
Among the multiple famed tourist attractions in the hill station of Kodagu — a captivating destination for travellers from far and wide throughout the year — is a new must-visit place, a brand-new glass skywalk bridge.
It is made of tempered glass panels or flooring that provide visitors with a thrilling experience of walking above ground level, often offering panoramic views of the surrounding landscape
The glass skywalk bridge in the district is the second such attraction in South India, the first one being at Wayanad in Kerala at 900 Kandi Eco Park. This remarkable Glass Skywalk Bridge of Kodagu is nestled amidst the forests and hills of the Western Ghats, attracting tourists like a magnet.
The bridge, standing approximately 78 feet tall, with a length of about 32 metres and a width of 2 metres, has been attracting tourists to the ‘Pappy’s Bridge of Coorg’ at Udoth Motte near Madikeri on the Madikeri-Bhagamandala Road. This bridge, with a capacity to support around 5 tonnes, can accommodate up to 40 to 50 individuals at once, providing them with an opportunity to immerse themselves in the beauty of nature.
Through its stunning natural beauty, the tourism sector in Kodagu has successfully garnered global attention and the newly added glass skywalk bridge further enhances this tourism initiative.
Situated amidst the lush green hills, the bridge offers a breathtaking view. Standing and gazing from the bridge not only evokes a sense of fear but also provides an exhilarating experience. The surrounding hills seem to reach out and beckon, their peaks adorned with greenery.
Looking down from the top feels as if the sky is within reach and stepping on the glass, while enjoying the beauty of nature, brings joy to the visitors. While the natural beauty of Kodagu with its umpteen viewpoints has enchanted the tourists, the bridge, amidst the greenery of the hills stands this remarkable creation, skilfully erected by engineers.
Walking on the transparent glass surface, amidst the verdant nature, offers a thrilling experience that takes it to the next level. The facility, allowing tourists to indulge in the beauty of nature, was recently inaugurated by Virajpet MLA A.S. Ponnanna who also walked along the bridge.
He appreciated the significant contribution of the local community to this tourism initiative and noted that the facility holds significance as a unique attraction in the region, surpassing even the famous glass bridge in Wayanad.
He said that the facility will contribute to the Kodagu district’s development as a nature-friendly tourist destination, without causing any harm to the environment. He also mentioned that the implementation of this unique project will lead to an increase in the number of tourists visiting the district.
Fake image
Yet again an image claiming that cracks had developed on the glass bridge went viral and the video generated panic among tourists. Later it was found to be stable and the photo was confirmed to be fake.
source: http://www.starofmysore.com / Star of Mysore / Home> Feature Articles, Top Stories / July 17th, 2023
The Codava National Council (CNC) delegation met Chief Minister Siddharamaiah yesterday at the CM’s Home Office ‘Krishna’ and the meeting was facilitated by Virajpet MLA A.S. Ponnana.
The Chief Minister assured the CNC delegation that he would address the two major ethnic issues raised by the CNC. Firstly, he pledged to change the official nomenclature of the Codava community from ‘Kodagaru’ to ‘Kodava’ in accordance with the recommendations of the Dr. Dwarakanath Commission.
This change would be implemented soon after the Cabinet meeting and the updated name would be included in Government records and published in the State Gazette, the CM assured.
Secondly, the Chief Minister assured the delegation that a comprehensive ethnographic study would be conducted to determine the Scheduled Tribe (ST) status for the Kodava community. The study will be initiated shortly.
The delegation was led by CNC President Nandineravanda U. Nachappa and comprised over 30 members from the community.
source: http://www.starofmysore.com / Star of Mysore / Home > News / July 16th, 2023
Gulshan Devaiah shared a heartwarming anecdote about his manager, who rooted for his film eight years ago.
Gulshan Devaiah was last seen in Dahaad. (Pic: Gulshan/Twitter)
Actor Gulshan Devaiah on Wednesday shared a heartwarming anecdote about his manager, Richa Bhoyar. The actor, who has been a part of unconventional cinema since his debut in Anurag Kashyap’s That Girl in Yellow Boots, expressed his gratitude for Richa’s support and revealed their unique connection.
In a Twitter post, Gulshan reminisced about the time when Richa, then a college student, unknowingly championed his film Hunterrr. Back in 2015, Richa came across the movie’s poster and instantly recommended it to her friends as a fun watch. Little did they know that their paths would cross again in the future.
Sharing the heartwarming anecdote, Gulshan Devaiah wrote, “Hello 🙂 The young lady in the picture is Richa Bhoyar. In 2015, she was 20 something years old, in college, perusing her studies. She saw the poster of Hunterrr one day & told her friends that they should go watch it in the theatre because it looks like a fun movie. She & her friends had never heard of me before that day, yet she convinced around 15 of her friends to buy tickets to watch my film. They all apparently really enjoyed the film.”
Revealing how Richa became his manager, he added, “Cut to …present day, Richa, now part of Bling Entertainment, is my manager. She has been my manager, cheerleader, confidant & friend for about 2 years now. She just told me the story about Hunterrr & it put a big smile on my face & lots of warmth in heart. She had no idea that she’d be a talent manager one day & I had no idea until she told me this story earlier today. The “power of attraction” she says 😀.. I am so happy that this is how things worked out for me. Thank you Richa & many cheers to you. Cinema Zindabad!! See y’all at the movies!!” Gulshan played the role of a sex addict in Hunterrr.
Gulshan Devaiah recently received accolades for his nuanced performance as a police officer in the Amazon Prime web series Dahaad. He will be next seen in the highly anticipated show Guns & Gulaabs, helmed by hit director duo Raj and DK. He also has Sudhanshu Saria’s Ulajh, which also stars Janhvi Kapoor and Roshan Mathew.
source: http://www.indianexpress.com / The Indian Express / Home> News> Entertainment> Bollywood / by Entertainment Desk, Chennai / July 12th, 2023
Brahma Kumari (BK) Meenakshiji, a senior Rajyogini of Prajapita Brahma Kumaris Ishwariya Vishwa Vidyalaya, who was popularly called as Meenakshi Akka, passed away on July 11 morning at a private hospital in Mangaluru.
A native of Chikkamandur in Ponnampet taluk of Kodagu district, Meenakshiji was the eldest daughter of Kallichanda K. Machaiah and Parvathi couple and is survived by four brothers
The body was kept at the Gonikoppal Branch of Brahma Kumaris Ishwariya Vishwa Vidyalaya yesterday morning for the public to pay their last respects and the mortal remains were shifted to Chikkamandur, where the last rites were performed.
Brahma Kumaris Mysuru Zone Chief Convenor BK Lakshmiji, Kodagu Zone Chief Convenor BK Gayathriji and others have condoled the death of BK Meenakshiji.
source: http://www.starofmysore.com / Star of Mysore / Home> News / July 13th, 2023
The list of homestays and resorts in Kodagu, which are run legally getting all the clearances from government agencies, should be made available on tourism-related websites for the benefit of tourists.
This message was conveyed at a meeting of the associations of hotels, restaurants, resorts, and homestays in Madikeri. The meeting was chaired by Deputy Commissioner Venkataraja who suggested uploading information on registered homestays and resorts operated in the district.
Superintendent of Police K. Ramarajan said the police have kept a close vigil for controlling narcotics and advised resorts not to engage in illegal activities. The police will act tough if they comes across such activities being encouraged on their properties, he cautioned. Problems can be brought to the notice of the police immediately by calling 112, he advised.
Kodagu Homestays’ Association general secretary Monti Ganesh suggested simplifying the registration process for homestays. Kodagu has about 200 registered homestays. If the process is simplified, more homestays will voluntarily register, he felt. He also suggested establishing tourist information centres and more public toilets besides giving importance to hygiene in tourist spots.
Hotel Owners’ Association president Nagendra Prasad said the district administration must consider giving priority to easing parking issues, which aggravate during weekends when tourist footfall goes up. He suggested establishing more facilities in tourist spots in view of the rise in tourism revenue.
Kodagu Chamber of Commerce and Industry general secretary Ambekallu Naveen said tourists engage in cooking while on visit to Kodagu. There has to be designated places for cooking for tourists, he said. Honey and spices are being faked in the market and this has to be checked for safeguarding the identity of these products.
Somwarpet taluk homestay association president C.K. Rohit said there are no display boards with useful information for tourists on the way to Kote Betta and steps must be taken to install information boards on the route for the benefit of tourists. He sought a ropeway at Mallalli waterfalls and a hanging bridge to Pushpagiri hills.
source: http://www.thehindu.com / The Hindu / Home> News> India> Karnataka / by The Hindu Bureau / July 11th, 2023
The long-time ‘friends’ will have a traditional Kodava wedding on August 24
Bhuvann Ponnanna and Harshika Poonacha will get married on August 24
It was an open secret in filmi circles that actors Harshika Poonacha and Bhuvann Ponnanna were more than just friends. In fact, Harshika often introduced Bhuvann as her cousin at public events that they went to together. Since the duo were not willing to openly address their relationship status, it was left unspoken, even though there were tell-tale signs all the way, whether it was their carefully chosen solo pictures from holidays to the same destination at the same time, or their charity work during the pandemic, among others. Bhuvann and Harshika were together pretty much all the time. And now, they’ve finally decided to ‘come clean’ and declare that they are ready to take their relationship to the next level.
Bhuvann Ponnanna and Harshika
Harshika and Bhuvann are set to get married on August 24 back home in Kodagu in a traditional Kodava ceremony. The wedding is expected to be an intimate affair with only close family and friends in attendance, with a reception for their friends from the film industry and Bengaluru’s social circle, where both are quite active, to be held in the city later.
Harshika, who got into showbiz at a young age, way back in 2008, has, over the years, been an integral part of Kannada cinema, and in the last few years, she’d made a mark in the Bhojpuri industry as well. The actress had won a Karnataka State Award for Best Supporting actress in 2010 for her role in the film Thamassu, which had Shivarajkumar in the lead. Bhuvann, who is also an actor, became a household name during his stint on the reality show Bigg Boss Kannada. Bhuvann was a contestant in the fourth season and was later involved in a brawl with eventual winner Pratham, with the latter allegedly biting the former.
source: http://www.ottplay.com/ OTT Play / Home> News / by Team OTT Play / July 01st, 2023
The prohibition on women scaling Bramhagiri Hills in Talacauvery stating that women affected the sanctity of the pilgrim centre had stirred strong opposition from the Kodava community.
Pilgrims will henceforth not be allowed to take a dip in the Talacauvery | express
Madikeri :
The prohibition on women scaling Bramhagiri Hills in Talacauvery stating that women affected the sanctity of the pilgrim centre had stirred strong opposition from the Kodava community. Uniting against the stand of the astrologer Narayana Puduval, the ‘Kodava Freethinkers…’, a closed group on Facebook, strongly voiced its opposition and took the issue to the Kodagu deputy commissioner, who reportedly told them that the temple cannot take unilateral decisions outside the purview of its prescribed duties.
Responding to the issue, Talacauvery temple committee President BS Thammaiah said: “We have heard the various suggestions predicted by the astrologer. However, the final decision is pending and the committee has not come to any conclusion. The astrologer has suggested various principles to be followed while mounting Bramhagiri Hills, which is a sacrosanct place of Seer Agasthya. The astrologer has suggested righteous methods to be followed while taking a dip at Talacauvery. The ritual questioning will continue in June and the final decision will be taken in the presence of temple Tantri, the committee and other officials.”
While the decision is still pending, the Kodava community is alert and voicing its dissent against patriarchal chauvinism. Kusum Nehru Mallangada, founder of Komfort Foundation and Nelakki Bolchaa, said: “We are planning to talk to former MP Prema Cariappa, so that it becomes easier for us to talk to anyone in the government or district administration. If nothing works, all the women of Kodagu need to stage an agitation to force our agenda. If the male chauvinism of the temple wins, we will bring up this issue in the Legislative Assembly and submit a memorandum to the government.”
Nevertheless, the temple committee maintains that no decision has been taken to ban women from mounting the Bramhagiri and the final stand will be taken only after the completion of the ritual of octagonal questioning.
source: http://www.newindianexpress.com / The New Indian Express / Home> States>Karnataka / by Prajna GR, Express News Service / May 29th, 2018
Dubare Elephant Camps, nestled amidst the picturesque beauty of Karnataka. It offers an unforgettable experience for wildlife enthusiasts and nature lovers. Located on the banks of the River Cauvery, this unique destination provides an opportunity to interact with elephants in a responsible and sustainable manner. In this comprehensive travel guide, we will explore the fascinating world of Dubare Elephant Camps, providing insights into the camp’s history, activities, wildlife encounters, accommodations, nearby attractions, and essential travel tips. Let’s embark on this remarkable journey into the heart of the elephant kingdom.
History and Background
Dubare Elephant Camps have a rich history rooted in the tradition of the mahouts (elephant trainers) who once served the Maharajas of Mysore. Initially, it served as a training ground for elephants used in the royal processions and other important functions. Over time, it transformed into a conservation and eco-tourism destination, where visitors can learn about the gentle giants and contribute to their well-being.
Getting There
Dubare Elephant Camps are located approximately 240 kilometers from Bangalore, the capital city of Karnataka. The nearest airport is the Kempegowda International Airport in Bangalore, while the nearest railway station is Mysore Junction. From there, one can hire a private taxi or take a bus to reach the camps.
Activities at Dubare Elephant Camps
a. Elephant Interactions:
The highlight of the camp is the opportunity to interact with elephants. Visitors can learn about their behavior, feed them, participate in bathing sessions, and even take part in the elephant grooming process.
b. River Rafting:
The camp offers thrilling river rafting experiences on the River Cauvery, allowing visitors to soak in the breathtaking views of the surrounding forests.
c. Nature Walks and Bird Watching:
Explore the lush green surroundings on guided nature walks, spotting diverse bird species and learning about the local flora and fauna.
d. Fishing:
Engage in a calming fishing experience in the river, trying your luck at catching the elusive Mahseer fish.
e. Coracle Rides:
Hop onto a traditional coracle boat and glide through the gentle waters of the River Cauvery, enjoying the tranquility and scenic beauty.
Wildlife Encounters
Apart from elephants, Dubare is home to a wide variety of wildlife species. Visitors have the chance to spot animals such as deer, gaur (Indian bison), wild boars, and various reptiles. Lucky guests may even catch a glimpse of the elusive leopard or tiger. The forest also boasts a vibrant birdlife, with species like Malabar pied hornbill, Indian roller, and white-bellied treepie making it a bird watcher’s paradise.
Accommodations
Dubare Elephant Camps provide various options for accommodation, ranging from tented cottages to eco-friendly lodges. The camps offer basic amenities while maintaining a close connection to nature. Visitors can enjoy a comfortable stay surrounded by the serene beauty of the forest.
Nearby Attractions
a. Namdroling Monastery: Situated in Bylakuppe, the largest Tibetan settlement in India, the Namdroling Monastery is home to thousands of monks and houses stunning Tibetan architecture.
b. Cauvery Nisargadhama: A scenic island formed by the River Cauvery, Nisargadhama offers lush greenery, bamboo groves, and a deer park, making it an ideal picnic spot.
c. Nagarhole National Park: Located nearby, this national park is a tiger reserve and a haven for various wildlife species. Visitors can embark on a thrilling safari to witness the incredible biodiversity of the region.
Best Time to Visit
The ideal time to visit Dubare Elephant Camps is from October to March when the weather is pleasant. During this period, one can enjoy outdoor activities without being hindered by the monsoon rains.
Essential Travel Tips
a. Carry comfortable clothing, walking shoes, and insect repellents.
b. Respect the animals and follow the guidelines provided by the camp authorities for the safety of both visitors and elephants.
c. Plan your visit in advance and make necessary reservations, especially during peak seasons.
d. Avoid littering and maintain cleanliness within the camp and its surroundings.
Dubare Elephant Camps offer an incredible opportunity to connect with nature, immerse in wildlife encounters, and understand the significance of elephant conservation. From thrilling activities to serene moments amidst the wilderness, this destination promises a memorable experience. By responsibly exploring the Dubare Elephant Camps, visitors can contribute to the conservation efforts and create lasting memories of their wildlife adventure in Karnataka, India.
source: http://www.nativeplanet.com / Native Planet / Home> Travel Guide / by Navya Sona /June 24th, 2023
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