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Mantra Mangalya: Simple marriage ritual designed by Kannada poet Kuvempu more relevant than ever

Kadidal Manjappa was the Chief Minister of Karnataka for a brief period in 1956. All through his political career, he must have faced several protests, but the one he faced in his native village ahead of the marriage of his two nieces was unique.

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Signs of Bengaluru’s language conundrum

Kannada signboards issue in Bengaluru sparks protests, vandalism & political debate.

The Hindu

‘Woman pouncing on everyone’: Kannada channel follows and films women on new year’s eve

“The woman is pouncing on everyone”. “Drunken girl’s whims”. “Drunk woman creates ruckus in Koramangala”. “Woman not even in the condition to walk”. “Girls swaying in the middle of the road.”

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The long battle to make Kannada mandatory in signboards in Karnataka

Bengalureans, especially its retailers, were shocked to see mobs descend to the streets vandalising non-Kannada signboards last week. This was preceded by an announcement by the city’s civic body that all sign boards should have at least 60% Kannada and the rest in any language and set a February 28,…

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Protests continue demanding release of KRV president

Kannada activists continue protests demanding release of KRV president T.A. Narayana Gowda, arrested for vandalism.

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KRV president Narayana Gowda arrested for vandalism over Kannada signboards in Bengaluru

Karnataka Rakshana Vedike president T.A. Narayana Gowda arrested with 29 associates after violent protests & vandalism. KRV activists accuse CM Siddaramaiah of "harrassing" Kannada activists.

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Protest against not using Kannada in signboards turns to vandalism across Bengaluru

Karnataka Rakshana Vedike activists stage rally demanding Kannada language in sign boards, leading to violence & traffic jam on Ballari Road.

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A content film on women that hinges on a blouse

Woman's fight for justice over ill-stitched blouse is focus of Kannada film Ravike Prasanga. Director Santhosh Kodenkeri & journalist Pavana Santhosh explore societal issues & body shaming. Geeta Bharati Bhat stars, Vinay Sharma composes, Muralidhar N. cinematography. Release in 2-3 months.

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Love for Kannada should not be confined to Rajyotsav but internalised to be part of our life: Priyank Kharge

Towns and cities across the Kalyana Karnataka region wore a festive look with yellow-red flags, colourful processions, and cultural programmes to celebrate the 68th Kannada Rajyotsav on Wednesday.

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Grand Kannada Rajyotsava celebrations in Mysuru

Kannada Rajyotsava celebrated in Mysuru with Minister H.C. Mahadevappa hoisting the Kannada flag. Year-long celebration planned to mark golden jubilee of State's renaming as Karnataka. Minister spoke of efforts for Kannada language development & use in admin. Awards presented to 67 achievers. #KannadaRajyotsava #Karnataka@50 #KannadaLanguageDevelopment #AdminUse #Awards #Achievers

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Kannada organisations oppose Maharashtra health scheme’s extension to Karnataka villages

Kannada orgs. oppose Maha's health scheme for Marathi speakers in Belagavi, urge CM Siddaramaiah to stop it. Activists suspect it's a clandestine attempt to collect data of Marathi speakers. Kannada orgs. say it's against federalism & insults Karnataka govt. Scheme provides ₹1.5 lakh for 996 surgeries & treatment. Maharashtra govt.…

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Mysuru Dasara gets off to a traditional start atop Chamundi hills

Mysuru Dasara festivities begin with traditional prayers to Goddess Chamundeshwari; noted music composer Hamsalekha inaugurates celebrations. Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar, and Minister in charge of Mysuru district H.C. Mahadevappa present. Music composer Hamsalekha suggests survey on Kannada-speaking people, pairing of districts for exchange of culture, talent,…

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Journalist Mannur passes away

Panchappa M. Mannur, 78, Chief Editor of Kannada daily Satyakam, passed away Fri. in Bengaluru due to age-related health issues.

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Translation is a humbling process: Vivek Shanbhag at the launch of his new book 'Sakina's Kiss'

Kannada writer Vivek Shanbhag, who is best-known for his novella 'Ghachar Ghochar' which was translated into English and has received international acclaim, believes that all creative writers should experience the process of translation. The reason: Shanbhag says it is a humbling process and there's a lot for writers to learn…

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Cleaning activities held across Dakshina Kannada, Udupi districts

Several organisations, including KIOCL, Central Industrial Security Force (CISF), and Indian Coast Guard, carried out cleaning activities as part of ‘Ek Tareek Ek Ghanta’ campaign held on Sunday in Dakshina Kannada and Udupi districts.

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A theatrical adaption of Tagore’s Ghare Baire for our times

The play is theatrically adapted to Kannada by Suresha from Rabindranath Tagore’s novel Ghare Baire (The Home and the World). Lokada Olahorage takes up discussion on the questions Tagore himself had about Western culture and the revolts against it in the early 1910s. As a symbol of both these thoughts,…

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Karnataka@50 celebrations: Minister elicits suggestions from literary personalities

Mysuru celebrates 50 yrs of Karnataka's renaming with year-long festivities. Minister Tangadagi held a meeting with writers, poets, theatre personalities and officials to discuss the celebrations. Suggestions included Kannada Learning Centre, Kannada Ratha, felicitation of those who unified Karnataka, and strengthening of Kannada in border districts. Action plan to be…

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69th National Film Awards: ‘777 Charlie’ adjudged best Kannada film

Starring Rakshit Shetty, ‘777 Charlie’, is dog film directed by debutant Kiranraj K

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Karnataka govt. plans year-long programmes from November 1 to mark golden jubilee of State’s renaming

Karnataka has decided to hold year-long celebrations from November 1 to mark the golden anniversary of its renaming from the erstwhile State of Mysore. Announcing this at a press conference in Bengaluru on Wednesday, Kannada and Culture Minister Shivaraj Tangadagi said the nature of the year-long programmes would be finalised…

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Kannada actor Vijay Raghavendra's wife Spandana passes away

Kannada actor Vijay Raghavendra's wife Spandana is no more. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Kannada actor Vijay Raghavendra’s wife Spandana dies due to cardiac arrest

Spandana was on a vacation with family in Bangkok. Her mortal remains will be brought back to Bengaluru on August 8

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After a dull six months, Hostel Hudugaru Bekagiddare brings cheer to Kannada film industry

BengaluruHostel Hudugaru Bekagiddare brings relief to Kannada film industry; 50,000 tickets sold on opening day; theatre owners experience loss; stars focus on pan-Indian films; industry awaits jam-packed schedule. #KannadaCinema #BengaluruHostelHudugaruBekagiddare #Barbenheimer #Oppenheimer #GretaGerwig #Kantara #DaredevilMusthafa #IndianPremierLeague #AssemblyElections #OTTPlatforms #A-listStars #BigBudgetFilms #ChandrodhayaTheatre #WordofMouth

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Here are the big stories from Karnataka today

Karnataka Today newsletter: Highways to hell: manual error or engineering, and more

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Soundarya, Kannada’s first AI news anchor debuts on Power TV

Artificial Intelligence has entered Kannada newsrooms with Power TV and News First Kannada launching AI-powered news anchors. Soundarya and Maya join the ranks of AI news presenters in other Indian languages.

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Implement reservation in private sector: Chetan Ahimsa

Kannada actor and social activist Chetan Ahimsa urged the Siddaramaiah-led State government to implement reservation in the private sector and increase reservation based on the population. He also demanded implementation of the Sarojini Mahishi report that sought a major share of employment reservation for Kannadigas in both private and public…

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