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Hunger strike demanding measures to solve land and housing issues in State

Landless in Karnataka launch hunger strike to demand measures to solve land/housing crisis. Late freedom fighter H.S. Doreswamy led 2018 campaign. Samiti demands reconstitution of committee led by Cabinet Minister, regularisation of Bagair Hukum lands, joint survey of contested claims, redistribution of PTCL lands, pattas for slum dwellers. High-level meeting…

The Hindu · Aug 14, 2023

Government PU lecturers oppose student-strength based restriction for transfer

Karnataka govt. restricts transfer of lecturers if less than 40 students enrolled per subject in PU college. After objections, DPUE postponed transfer counselling, but resumed on Aug. 14. 82 principals & 2,397 lecturers applied for transfer. Restriction imposed to share workload equally; DPUE to provide guest lecturers for colleges with…

The Hindu · Aug 14, 2023

Slugfest over contractors’ pending bills between Shivakumar and Ashwath Narayan

DK Shivakumar and CN Ashwath Narayan in political slugfest over allegations of corruption. Shivakumar to show evidence in two days. Narayan demands his sacking and wants case to be handed to Lokayukta. Shivakumar says will investigate to help genuine contractors. Narayan alleges 15% commission for projects in Karnataka. Verbal duels…

The Hindu · Aug 14, 2023

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As country celebrates freedom, over 20 writers in Karnataka live under security cover, over threats to their lives

As the nation celebrates freedom, ironically, over 20 writers in Karnataka have been living under round-the-clock police security for years now

The Hindu · Aug 14, 2023

NEP will be scrapped from next academic year in Karnataka: CM

CM Siddaramaiah announces NEP to be scrapped in Karnataka from 2024-25. Necessary arrangements to be made. NEP continued this year to avoid inconvenience to students. Stiff opposition from students, parents, teachers & lecturers. Congress to formulate new education policy. NEP dubbed "Nagpur Education Policy" by Deputy CM, violating State's rights.

The Hindu · Aug 14, 2023

HC stays FIR against actor Upendra

The High Court of Karnataka on Monday stayed the first information report (FIR) registered against Kannada actor Upendra under the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, 1989, for his alleged racist remark during a live chat on social media platform.

The Hindu · Aug 14, 2023

KPCC general body meeting signals senior Ministers to quit after 30 months to pave way for young legislators

KPCC GBM signals senior Ministers to be ready to sacrifice posts after 30 months to make way for young leaders. Chief Minister Siddaramaiah urges party cadre to not relax till 2023 elections, criticizes BJP for not giving tax and economic assistance to Karnataka. He also mocks former CM Kumaraswamy for…

The Hindu · Aug 14, 2023

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Karnataka Tourism and Swadeshi Darshan 2.0 jointly come up with the idea of brand building, organising ‘Branding Mysuru’ competition

/branding-mysuru-competition/Opportunity to shape Mysuru's future! Karnataka Tourism & Swadeshi Darshan 2.0 launch "Branding Mysuru Competition" to create captivating logo, tagline, mascot, souvenirs & blog. Attractive cash prizes & chance to present ideas to city authorities. Register by Aug 31.

The Hindu · Aug 14, 2023

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Karnataka Today newsletter: Shooting for the Sun ISRO to launch India’s first solar mission, and more

The Hindu · Aug 14, 2023

Atrocity case: Karnataka HC stays proceedings against actor Upendra

BENGALURU: In a big relief for actor Upendra, the Karnataka high court on Monday granted interim stay with regards to proceedings in case registered against him under the Scheduled Castes and Schedule Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, 1989 over his alleged derogatory comment in a Facebook live programme.

The Times of India · Aug 14, 2023

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The Hindu · Aug 14, 2023

Former Karnataka minister Ashwath Narayan speaks of ‘DKS tax’

BJP to seek Governor's action against DK Shivakumar over corruption charges. C.N. Ashwath Narayan says DK is Bengaluru destruction Minister, not Development Minister. He accuses Karnataka govt of being an ATM for Congress, citing Basavaraj Rayaraddi's statement that it is the most corrupt State. Will seek Lokayukta inquiry & awareness…

The Hindu · Aug 14, 2023

Siddaramaiah writes to Centre seeking amendments to Drought Manual so that Karnataka can declare drought now

Urging the Union government to bring changes to the Manual for Drought Management 2016 (updated in 2020) for the declaration of drought by States, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has said it is necessary to have different parameters to declare drought in 14 agro-climatic zones in Karnataka in the light of dire…

The Hindu · Aug 13, 2023

Karnataka has 312 operational CNG stations, 1,414 more planned

Union Minister of State for Petroleum & Natural Gas recently told the Rajya Sabha that 312 CNG stations had been established in Karnataka while 1,414 more will be set up in 8-10 years.

The Hindu · Aug 13, 2023

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The Times of India · Aug 13, 2023

Review current parameters for declaring drought and amend it: Karnataka CM to Centre

BENGALURU: Karnataka chief minister Siddaramaiah has written to the union government to review the current parameters for a state to declare drought and consider amending it, to establish a more responsive framework that acknowledges the realities of each state and offers timely assistance to the farmers in particular.

The Hindu · Aug 13, 2023

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The Hindu · Aug 12, 2023

Congress to replicate Karnataka model for ticket distribution in Rajasthan Assembly polls

Expecting to win 156 seats in the 200-member House, the ruling Congress in Rajasthan will release its first list of candidates for the Assembly polls by September-end or the first week of October

The Hindu · Aug 12, 2023

Morning Digest | New criminal laws will have no bearing on UAPA and MCOCA, says Centre; T.N. to move Supreme Court as Karnataka refuses to share Cauvery water, and more

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The Hindu · Aug 11, 2023

Tamil Nadu walks out of Cauvery Water Management Authority meeting

Tamil Nadu walked out of CWMA meeting after Karnataka refused to agree to release 37.9 tmc ft water due. TN highlighted problems faced by farmers, but Karnataka said TN had sufficient water storage. CWMA recommended Karnataka release 10,000 cusecs for 15 days, re-evaluating quantity based on future rainfall.

The Hindu · Aug 11, 2023

Tamil Nadu to move Supreme Court as Karnataka refuses to share Cauvery water

Tamil Nadu government to move Supreme Court over Karnataka's refusal to share Cauvery water. The TN CM wrote to Union Minister of Jal Shakti requesting to ensure TN's share of water, but forums failed to act. Karnataka said it would release only 8,000 cusecs on August 22.

The Hindu · Aug 11, 2023

Notification of amended Factories Act riles trade unions

Govt. notifies amendments to Factories Act, allowing women to work night shift & daily hours to increase to 12. Trade unions oppose move, lodge complaint with ILO. Fears expressed over security & safety of women, as consent clause may remain on paper. Overtime limit extended from 75 to 144 hours/quarter,…

The Hindu · Aug 11, 2023

Tamil Nadu men storm into the final

TN wins 3-0 in men's semis of 77th South Zone Inter-State badminton championship. Hariharan/Ruban Kumar, Sreya Balaji/Srinidhi, and K. Sathish Kumar all victorious. TN to face Karnataka in final.

The Hindu · Aug 11, 2023

Siddaramaiah to inaugurate Advocates’ conference in Mysuru on August 12

CM Siddaramaiah to inaugurate State-level Advocates' Conference in Mysuru on Aug 12. Legal luminaries, incl. HC & SC judges, to attend. Accommodation fully booked in hotels, lodges, Kalyana Mantaps. Hotel Owners' Assoc. welcomes advocates from across Karnataka.

The Hindu · Aug 11, 2023

Chief Minister inaugurates new building for Bhavurao Deshpande Veterinary College

Belagavi CM inaugurated new building for Bhavurao Deshpande Veterinary College in Kokatnur. Affiliated to Karnataka Veterinary, Animal and Fisheries Sciences University, Bidar, it is the second farm sciences institution in Belagavi. MLA Savadi said it will create academic atmosphere, help youth get quality education and jobs. He demanded sanction of…

The Hindu · Aug 11, 2023

TS election officials interact with their Karnataka counterparts in Bengaluru

Team from Telangana CEO office held discussions with Karnataka and Bengaluru officials on aspects of election conduct like electoral roll purification, training, Model Code of Conduct, complaint handling, poll percentage, SVEEP initiatives and IT applications

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