1. Chief Minister Siddaramaiah to inspect Bengaluru-Mysuru expressway near Gananguru toll gate, close to Srirangapatana, in the context of safety concerns and accidents. Starting August 1, two-wheelers and autos will be banned on the stretch to avoid frequent accidents that have been the bane of this stretch.
2. The 10th day of Muharram, Ashura, is being observed. It is especially important in northern districts of Kalaburagi, Hubballi-Dharwad, Bidar.
3. Bangalore Management Association is celebrating 70th anniversary, and hosting 66th annual award presentation ceremony today. Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar will present lifetime achievement award to former Chief Minister of Karnataka S.M. Krishna. K. Ullas Kamath, Chairman, FICCI, Karnataka Council, and Dr. K.S. Narayanaswamy, President, BMA, will preside over the event that will be held in Chancery Pavilion on Residency Road, at 5.30 p.m.