The Latest Breaking News from Hubballi

Rename Hubballi Airport after Basaveshwara, says Jagatika Lingayat Mahasabha

BelagaviJagatika Lingayat Mahasabha members unanimously passed a resolution to rename Hubballi Airport after 12th century reformer saint Sri Basaveshwara. They also sought renaming of a metro station in Bengaluru, re-installing his statue at Basaveshwara Park in Hubballi and strict action against those who sent threatening letters to Sri Nijagunanda Swami.…

The Hindu · Oct 22, 2023

Police martyrs remembered on Commemoration Day in Hubballi, Dharwad

Deputy Commissioner of Dharwad Gurudatta Hegde has said that the role of the police in maintaining law and order in the society was crucial as they risk their lives for the societal good.

The Hindu · Oct 21, 2023

Revival of Maratha Cooperative Bank sought

A delegation comprising of trustees and office-bearers of the Maratha Shri Bharati Mutt Trust Committee and Maratha community leaders met the official liquidator of the Maratha Cooperative Bank in Hubballi on Friday in connection with the revival of the cooperative bank.

The Hindu · Oct 20, 2023

Seven from KLETU in top 2% of scientists in Stanford list

In a rare feat of its kind, seven faculty members and scientists from KLE Technological University (KLETU), Hubballi, have made it to the list of top 2% of most influential scientists in the world released by Stanford University for 2023.

The Hindu · Oct 14, 2023

Panchamasalis re-launch agitation in Hubballi for reservation

Lingayat Panchamasali agitation for 2A reservation resumed in Hubballi with Panchamasali seer Sri Basava Jaya Mrutyunjaya Swami leading a padayatra and performing Ishtalinga Puja. Protestors garlanded Kittur Rani Chennamma statue and staged a dharna at Gabbur Cross. Seer urged govt. to provide reservation to community, announced mega convention if demand…

The Hindu · Oct 13, 2023

Hubballi girl steps into the shoes of a British diplomat for a day

The International Day of the Girl Child became an unforgettable occasion for Sanjana Hiremath, a 23-year-old resident of Hubballi. On that day in Bengaluru, she assumed the position of the British Deputy High Commissioner (DHC) for a day. The British High Commission in India has been organising the “High Commissioner for…

The Hindu · Oct 13, 2023

Three-day Udbhav Expo in Hubballi from tomorrow

JITO Hubballi Chapter is hosting a 3-day Udbhav Expo with 120 business stalls, free entry & sessions by entrepreneurship gurus, motivational speakers & other events. There will be a women's conclave, cooking competition, music programme & Jain Pavillion. Register to attend.

The Hindu · Oct 11, 2023

Panchamasali quota agitation to resume with a mass Ishtalinga Puja at Gabbur Cross to highlight demand

Lingayat Panchamasali agitation for 2A reservation to resume: Seer Sri Basava Jaya Mrutyunjaya Swami announces 2nd part of agitation to cover all districts in State. Symbolic agitations planned. Ishtalinga Puja to be held on Friday near Gabbur Cross in Hubballi. Seek early intervention of CM to consult experts. Yatnal to…

The Hindu · Oct 11, 2023

Walkathon with the theme, Integrity - A way of life, in Hubballi

GM Sanjeev Kishore led a walkathon in Hubballi to spread the message of "Say no to Corruption; Commit to the Nation". Railway staff, public and passengers were sensitised to the need for a corruption-free society. Street play was staged to create awareness among children about damage caused by corruption and…

The Hindu · Oct 10, 2023

Demand for exclusive municipal corporation for Dharwad city comes up again

Agit. Comm. demands exclusive corp. for Dharwad, cites grave injustice. Memo submitted to govt. via DC, seeking announcement by Nov 1. Contesting candidates had expressed solidarity before elections, now silent. Dharwad needs better infra, bifurcation of Hubballi-Dharwad MC & exclusive corp. for city's dev. Protests planned to mount pressure on…

The Hindu · Oct 10, 2023