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No bar on commercial screenings of Shivarajkumar’s films, says EC

Following a demand by the BJP‘s OBC Morcha seeking a ban on the display and screening of advertisements, movies and billboards featuring Kannada actor Shivarajkumar – whose wife Geeta Shivarajkumar is the Congress candidate in Shivamogga – the Election Commission (EC) has made it clear that there can be no…

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BJP accuses ruling Congress of showing signs of frustration ahead of LS polls

The BJP on Tuesday claimed that the “objectionable” remarks of some Congress leaders including Kannada and Culture Minister Shivaraj Tangadagi against it was an indication that the Congress leaders were becoming frustrated ahead of the Lok Sabha polls.

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Kannada nameboards: DC warns of action for flouting directive

Mysuru Deputy Commissioner warns of cancelling trade licenses for non-compliance with 60% Kannada on nameboards.

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Basavalinga Pattadevaru calls for united fight against Hindi imposition

Nadoja Basavalinga Pattadevaru, the head of Bhalki Hiremath and president of the 21st Bidar District Kannada Sahithya Sammelana, called upon the people of Karnataka for an organised fight against what he called ‘the imposition of Hindi’ on Kannada.

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Committee set up to look into closure of Kannada schools

Hubballi Kannada Sahitya Parishat has set up committee, led by Arali Nagaraj, to address closure of Kannada schools, with recommendations for improvement.

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Need seen for literature that inspires people to fight social evils and exploitation

K.S. Sharma emphasizes revolutionary literature, criticizes caste-based writers at Dharwad Zilla Kannada Sahitya Sammelan.

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Two-day Zilla Kannada Sahitya Sammelan in Dharwad from tomorrow

16th Dharwad Zilla Kannada Sahitya Sammelan featuring literary sessions, book fair, cultural programs, and eminent speakers over two days.

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60% Kannada rule for nameboards comes into force from February 29

BBMP mandates 60% Kannada on commercial nameboards, violators face license suspension and closure, per government gazette notification.

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Kannada language Bill gets Governor’s assent

The Kannada Language Comprehensive Development (Amendment) Bill, 2024, received the assent from Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot on Sunday. Following this, the new legislation was gazetted on Monday. The State legislature adopted the Bill during the ongoing Budget session.

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Sahitya Sammelan begins on a dull note in Kalaburagi

The 20th District Kannada Sahitya Sammelan in Kalaburagi begins with cultural procession and literary discussions, facing challenges.

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Minister bemoans meagre allocation to Kannada research

Bengaluru Minister advocates for more funds for Kannada research, pushes for increased usage of Kannada in commercial establishments.

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Karnata, a research centre dedicated to classical Kannada inaugurated

Karnata research centre in Mysuru promotes classical Kannada heritage through translation, digitization, and academic resources for scholars.

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Solo act to be performed at Kalaburagi Rangayana

Mysuru-based Kavita Prakashan in association with Kalaburagi Rangayana would be organising a solo stage play in Kannada “Khoudi” in Kalaburagi city on Sunday

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Ordinance on use of Kannada in signboards will be presented in upcoming session: Siddaramaiah

Bill to make 60% use of Kannada mandatory in commercial signboards to be introduced in upcoming legislature session.

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Karnataka Today newsletter: State to miss deadline for implementation of Kannada in signboards, and more

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National award-winning Kannada filmmaker Mansore booked for dowry harassment

Subramanyapura police has registered a case against Mansore, his mother and sister, charging them for dowry harassment and for criminal intimidation.

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Patil Puttappa remembered on his 104th birth anniversary

Journalist, writer, and activist Patil Puttappa, who dedicated his life to the cause of Kannada and Kannadigas, is remembered as a model and guide for all.

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Hegde’s remarks: Kumta police file suo motu case; Tangadagi comes down harshly on MP

A day after BJP MP Anantkumar Hegde abused Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and spoke of demolishing mosques in Bhatkal, Srirangapatna, and Sirsi, Congress leaders hit back at him on Sunday, with the sharpest attack coming from Kannada and Culture Minister Shivaraj Tangadagi.

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Officials begin survey of name boards in Belagavi as per language policy

Belagavi City Corporation surveys name plates and boards to ensure compliance with Kannada language policy; non-compliance will result in action.

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Darshan and others give statements before police in pub case

Kannada actor Darshan Thoogudeepa, Dhananjay, Chikkanna, Abhishek Ambareesh, and film producer and actor Rockline Venkatesh, along with others, appeared before the Subramanyanagar police on Friday to provide statements regarding an FIR filed against them recently.

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Promoting organic farmers, and produce for a decade, this Mangaluru group has shown the way

A group of consumers in Mangaluru organizes a weekly organic market to promote chemical-free produce and support local farmers.

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Activists seek directive on prominence to Kannada on nameboards in Mysuru

Activists demand 60% Kannada prominence on name boards, while hospitality sector urges reconsideration of 50% rule.

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Making books relevant for children: A battle in the digital age

In an era dominated by smartphones, tablets, and countless electronic gadgets, there are concerns about children losing out on the enchanting world of books. Words on paper, competing for attention against the glow of digital screens, tend to be less appealing, but the long-term costs of this are flagged by…

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Kannada price boards mandatory at petrol stations in Karnataka from Wednesday

Petrol stations in Karnataka will have to mandatorily display the price boards in Kannada too from Wednesday. Announcing this at a press conference in Bengaluru on Tuesday, Union Minister for Petroleum Hardip Singh Puri said he had issued instructions to oil companies.

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Give graduates employment instead of dole, Vatal Nagaraj tells State govt.

Kannada activist Vatal Nagaraj held a demonstration in Mysuru on Sunday urging the State government to take necessary steps to provide employment to graduates and diploma holders instead of handing out a monthly dole.

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