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Karnataka: Transgenders united to fight for their rights in Hosapete

HOSAPETE (VIJAYANAGARA): When Vijayanagara new district was formed after bifurcation of Ballari district in Karnataka, transgenders were left unattended due to lack of a community organisation. Now, as many as 161 transgenders are united to lead a respectful life in Vijayanagara district.

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It is a pro-people initiative, says Minister

Minister B. Nagendra flagged off the first district-level Janata Darshan in Ballari to offer people a platform to get their grievances heard. 15 counters were opened to receive applications, with officers from various departments present to address issues. Hundreds of people from across the district attended with diverse problems. The…

The Hindu

Become self-reliant using govt. welfare schemes, people with disabilities urged

Minister Nagendra calls on physically challenged to become self-reliant using govt welfare schemes. Govt committed to progress of disadvantaged communities. Sports Dept. distributes disabled-friendly vehicles, plans to distribute battery-powered vehicles using DMF funds. 777 equipment to be distributed to 540 disabled beneficiaries in Ballari district.

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Police recover 62 bikes with the arrest of two gangs in Ballari

Police arrest 2 gangs of bike lifters in Ballari, recover 62 bikes worth ₹43 lakh. Teams headed by Deputy SP H. Shekharappa and Kurugod PSI Supreet arrested 4 & 2 suspects respectively & seized 37 & 25 bikes. Modus operandi was to observe & steal bikes left for long.

The Hindu

Clinical laboratory sealed in Ballari

DHFWO Y. Ramesh seized Suraksha Clinical Lab in Ballari for functioning without registration and permission as per Karnataka Private Medical Establishments Act 2007. Strict action will be taken against violators. Officials from Health Dept. present.

The Hindu

Kishkinda University appoints new Registrar, Registrar (Evaluation) and Dean

The newly-established Kishkinda University in Ballari has filled its top posts including Registrar, Registrar (Evaluation) and Dean of Engineering.

The Hindu

Child Rights Commission member inspects hostels, VIMS in Ballari

Kosambe, a member of the Karnataka State Commission for Protection of Child Rights, visited a hostel and NICU at VIMS in Ballari and found poor maintenance of toilets and bathrooms, lack of nutritious food, and overcrowding of beds. He directed the hospital authorities to make better arrangements and warned of…

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Ballari officials warned against substandard work during the implementation of SCSP and TSP development works

DC Prashant Kumar Mishra warns officials of responsibility for substandard work on SCSP/TSP projects. He stresses importance of funds for development of SCs/STs, urges officers to make effective use of funds & visit hostels to check quality of food. #Development #Responsibility #Funds #SCSP #TSP

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Ballari MP directs officials to focus on providing safe drinking water to people in rural areas

MP Y. Devendrappa directs officials to focus on multi-village water supply schemes to provide safe drinking water in rural areas. He expresses discontentment over the implementation of Jal Jeevan Mission. He urges Skill Development Dept. to hold jeans stitching training for unemployed women. He asks officials to help beneficiaries complete…

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Collective effort can transform Ballari, says Minister

Stressing the importance of stakeholders in the development of Ballari city, Minister for Youth Empowerment, Sports, and Tribal Welfare and Ballari district in charge B. Nagendra said all members and staff of the city corporation should collectively work for the common cause of city development.

The Hindu

G. Janardhana Reddy has no moral right to speak about Congress MLA Bharath Reddy

Strongly criticising mining baron and MLA G. Janardhana Reddy for provoking his supporters to comment against Ballari city MLA Na. Ra. Bharath Reddy, Congress leaders Chanal Shekar and Satish Reddy dared the former to comment directly about Mr. Bharath Reddy.

The Hindu

2.59 lakh beneficiaries have registered for Gruha Lakshmi scheme in Ballari

B. Nagendra, Minister for Tribal Welfare, Youth Empowerment and Sports and Ballari in charge, said that as many as 2,59,161 beneficiaries registered in the district for Gruha Lakshmi Scheme which would be launched at a grand public meeting in Mysuru on Wednesday

The Hindu

Farmers take out bullock cart procession in Ballari demanding loan waiver

Hundreds of farmers arrived from different parts of the district and took out a protest march with their bullock carts and tractors in Ballari on Monday condemning what they termed “harassment of farmers by Karnataka Gramin Bank” and demanding a farm loan waiver.

The Hindu

Construction work on Kishkinda University campus to be completed in two years

Kishkinda Univ. in Ballari established by T.E.H.R.D & Basavarajeshwari Group of Institution. Costing ₹100 crore, campus to be completed in 2 yrs. UGC-affiliated, KCET-based admissions for B.Tech & PG courses in C.S., E.C., E.E. & C.A.

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12,652 children, 2,635 pregnant women to be vaccinated in Kalaburagi district under Mission Indradhanush 5.0

DC Fauzia Tarannum urges mothers not to believe in myths about vaccination under IMI 5.0. She highlights recent advancements in medicine and the importance of parents' decisions in improving immunisation rate. ZP CEO Bhanvar Singh Meena requests parents to get their children vaccinated. The campaign will be held in 3…

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KKRTC security inspector found murdered near his house in Ballari

Security inspector Hussainappa of KKRTC murdered near his house in Ballari. Police suspect it to be a case of murder and are investigating from all angles. CCTV footage shows victim slowly moving on two-wheeler when attacked. Case registered at Gandhinagar Police Station.

The Hindu

Prime Minister lays foundation stone to upgrade six railway stations in Kalyana Karnataka under Amrit Bharat

PM Modi virtually lays foundation stone for 6 railway stations in Kalyana Karnataka, incl. Kalaburagi, Wadi, Shahabad, Bidar, Koppal & Ballari. Cost of projects: ₹150.1 crore. Union Ministers & Lok Sabha MPs from respective districts present. Aim to revolutionise railway infrastructure & provide superior services. Railway Minister positively responded to…

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Prime Minister launches Amrit Bharat Station Scheme in 13 railway stations in State via video link from Delhi

PM Modi launches Amrit Bharat Station Scheme (ABSS) to transform 508 railway stations across India with ₹25,000 crore investment. 13 stations in Belagavi to be modernised with ₹303 crore. ABSS to provide amenities like roof plaza, shopping zone, food court, multi-modal connectivity, etc. to enhance passenger experience. Functions held at…

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Agniveer Recruitment Rally in Mysuru

An Agniveer Recruitment Rally is scheduled to be held at Chamundi Vihar Stadium, Mysuru between August 1st and 4th for shortlisted male candidates from Bengaluru Urban, Bengaluru Rural, Tumakuru, Mandya, Mysuru, Ballari, Chamarajanagar, Ramanagara, Kodagu, Kolar, Chikkaballapura, Hassan, Chitradurga and Vijayanagara districts.

The Hindu

One District One Sport policy to be implemented to encourage region-specific sports activities

Min. Nagendra plans to implement One District One Sport policy to encourage local sports & identify talent. He also aims to extend reservation facilities to all 30 departments & build an int'l standard stadium in Ballari. He is confident of govt's stability despite Opposition's attempts to destabilise.

The Hindu

Prashant Kumar Mishra is new Deputy Commissioner of Ballari

Prashant Kumar Mishra, a 2014 Karnataka cadre Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer, who was serving as Director (Personnel), Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation, Bengaluru, has been appointed as the new Deputy Commissioner of Ballari.

The Hindu

BJP district units stage protests against Congress government

BJP in Kalyana Karnataka protests against Congress govt, citing price hikes & suspension of 10 MLAs. Led by leaders, rallies & demonstrations held in Kalaburagi, Bidar, Ballari & Yadgir. Leaders allege govt is suppressing people & withdrawing initiatives of BJP govt.

The Hindu

Muharram festivities banned in 22 Ballari villages for maintaining peace, law and order

Deputy Commissioner Pavan Kumar Malapati has issued an order banning Muharram festivities in 22 villages across seven police stations to maintain peace, law and order. Carrying of arms, corrosive substances, explosives, exhibition of persons/corpses, public utterances, songs, music, pictures, symbols, placards, etc. have been prohibited. The order follows recommendations made…

The Hindu

Congress stages silent protest in various districts

Congress members protest in KK, Kittur over Rahul Gandhi's disqualification, condemning BJP's "vengeance politics". In Hubballi, Dharwad, Kalaburagi, Bidar, Yadgir, Ballari, Belagavi, Bagalkot, Vijayapura, Haveri, Gadag, Dharwad, Congress members staged silent protests, tying black ribbons, to express solidarity with Gandhi and denounce BJP's injustice.

The Hindu

VSKU convocation on Thursday

The 11th convocation of Vijayanagara Sri Krishnadevaraya University (VSKU), Ballari, is scheduled to be held at the open-air theatre on the university campus on Thursday.

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