Creating community spaces to engage with our readers
Events and Partnerships
The Printers Mysore is proud to be part of diverse communities in Karnataka, from public citizen forums to schools and colleges to theatre and cultural groups. We believe in engaging with our readers through direct dialogue in many ways. Over the years we have created multiple platforms that have gone on to create a meaningful impact on the society.
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Deccan Herald’s prestigious Bengaluru 2040 Summit brings together some of India’s most influential policymakers, corporate titans, entrepreneurs, activists, and artists to plan a roadmap for ‘India’s Silicon Valley’.
Karnataka's leading chronicler Deccan Herald hosts 200 of the city’s sharpest minds, including its readers, at the summit which covers a wide array of issues from the future of mobility to how we can bring the city's birds back.
Since its conception in 2022, DH Bengaluru 2040 has pioneered an enhanced level of discourse on critical issues, encouraged interaction among influential leaders from politics, business, education, entertainment, and sports, presenting an international quality thought-leadership platform
Timeline – January-February
At the dawn of every New Year, Deccan Herald is honoured to present 15 individuals who have left an indelible mark on society, as a part of the DH Changemakers.
Across the spectrum, these changemakers have made a lasting impact on communities, in the fields of entrepreneurship, theatre, dance, conservation, governance, sport and digital rights.
Through their initiatives and innovations, these exceptional individuals from Karnataka have sown seeds of change, embodying the Power of Good, and lighting up the path to a better tomorrow.
The IP which was started in January 2010 has an unbeatable feel-good aura to it celebrating as it does remarkable achievers from every corner of the state and brands have come forward in increasingly large numbers.
Timeline – December- January
Prajavani Kannada Cine Sammana a true celebration of promoting Kannada identity - is a platform to recognize Sandalwood's talent and uphold Sandalwood's unparalleled legacy in Indian Cinema.
PVCS is the only platform that celebrates the rich cinematic heritage of Karnataka. Apart from recognizing and appreciating the extraordinary talent within the Karnataka Film fraternity, it also promotes the growth and innovation of the Kannada film industry.
These awards are designed in the Academy Awards format - ‘for the industry by the industry’. The Prajavani Kannada Cine Sammana can claim to be the most credible cine awards in the state because they are selected by three levels of jury - Technical Jury, Grand Jury and, finally, an Academy of voters from the industry.
Timeline – May-June
This is a celebration of Karnataka’s vivid tastes and regional cuisines with special recipe videos, which promise to take on an ultimate journey of taste.
The special cookery video series showcases 15 carefully picked dishes and prepared by three celebrity chefs.
The chefs explain the nuances of the dishes they prepare and narrate tales around each dish as they demonstrate their preparation. Some of the ‘twists’ they add and anecdotes they narrate have been followed closely and tried in kitchens around the country.
The assortment of dishes on display at Cuisines of Karnataka comprises both traditional seasonal delicacies and creations of the chefs is an ode to Karnataka cuisine. Delights from North Karnataka, Malenadu, Kodagu and the coastal belts are just a few of the wide variety you will find there. These videos, attractively packaged and compact, are a step-by-step guide to preparing the dream dishes chosen by the celebrity chefs.
Since 2024 this ultimate culinary journey became better and bigger as we went to four cities (Hubbali, Mysore, Davangere & Mangalore) to conduct a cookery contest. More than 600 cooking enthusiasts participated in the contest with their own home-made Karnataka cuisines and attended master class by the celebrity chefs.
Timeline – August - September-October
Prajavani sets a platform to recognize efforts of 10 extraordinary women achievers from various regions of Karnataka who have dedicated their lives for a cause that has created an IMPACT & CHANGE in the society. This is a recognition program FOR THE WOMEN, BY THE WOMEN, OF THE WOMEN.
Across the spectrum, these women achievers have made a lasting impact on communities, in the fields of entrepreneurship, theatre, dance, conservation, governance, sport and digital rights
Timeline – February-March
Prajavani Quiz is state level inter school quiz competition - an unbiased platform for aspiring young scholars to unleash potential. It is designed for students between 8th to 10th grades.
The quiz is organized in 12 centres across Karnataka (Mysuru, Hassan, Udupi, Madikeri, Mangalore, Davangere, Dharwad, Jamkhandi, Kalaburagi, Raichur, Tumkuru and Bengaluru).
The winning team from each centre participate in the grand finale in Bengaluru.
More than 3000 schools and thousands of students participate in this competition which covers general interest topic and knowledge.
Timeline – November-December
A platform that brings an array of educational institutes face-to-face with students and parents. This annual premier education expo draws participation from top institutes from across Karnataka. This event bridges the gap between educational institutes, students and educational governing bodies like CET and Comed K.
This is a platform where students, parents get to meet all the top colleges under one roof and seek expert advice from industry experts on courses to choose from. In 2017, the expo was successfully organized in two cities – Bengaluru and Hubballi. The event garnered participation of more than 5,000 students and parents and more than 60 educational institutions. As one of the biggest education expos in the state, the platform serves as an ideal opportunity for brands to effectively reach out to their target audience.
Timeline – May-June
A unique platform which celebrates womanhood and empowering the women of Karnataka in every aspect of their lives, where women from different streams of the society can come together and interact with each other, learn new things and enjoy. This The idea helps not just create social interactions amongst women but also empower and equip them with skills and knowledge that can help them individually and together.
A monthly 2 to 3-hour get-together event for women - primarily comprise of following elements:
▪ Various interactive sessions to learn new things
▪ Entertainment activities
▪ Opportunities to show their talent, various fun filled activities, contests & quizzes
There will be experts from varied fields & celebrities for each session.
A statewide club that started in Bangalore now has branched out places like Hubbali, Mysore, Davnagere, Vijayapura, Hassan, Shimoga, Sirsi , Chitradurga, Belgaum etc.
Timeline – Throughout the year
