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Karnataka Today newsletter: I-T raid on BBMP contractor part of ‘40% commission’ campaign, and more

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AI-based lung cancer screening in 19 district hospitals in Karnataka to benefit over 1.4 lakh patients

The screening technology that will be first deployed in K.C. General Hospital in Bengaluru is set to benefit 1.4 lakh patients annually.

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No takers for Kannada engineering courses for third year in row in Karnataka

In 2021-22, when it was introduced, a total of 17 students had opted for Kannada medium civil and mechanical engineering courses. But all of them withdrew by the time of admission.

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Top news developments in Karnataka on October 13, 2023

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Amid political slugfest, I-T department seizes crores in raid in Bengaluru

IT raids on contractors in Bengaluru, huge cache of money recovered from flat associated with R. Ambikapathy Money allegedly stashed in 20 cardboard boxes & kept under bed. Alleged attempt to shift money underway. Campaign by Karnataka Contractors’ Association alleging 40% commission under BJP regime. Ambikapathy's wife former city councillor,…

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Understanding the flora of the Western Ghats made easier with a pictorial manual

The recently-launched Forest Trees of Central Western Ghats - A Pictorial Field Manual helps to understand and conserve flora found in the Karnataka region of the Western Ghats. The book is available free for in Forest Department offices.

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Unending saga of Chittoor’s child brides

Child marriage remains a harsh reality in Chittoor, robbing young girls of their childhood, denying them access to education and opportunities, and a possibly fulfilling future. Govt. schemes, NGOs, and police are working to reduce the incidence, but more needs to be done to ensure a safe future for these…

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Here are the big stories from Karnataka today

Karnataka Today newsletter: Close to 8,000 people from Karnataka stranded in Israel, and more

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Karnataka government to appeal again against CWRC direction to release 3,000 cusecs water to Tamil Nadu till October 31

Cauvery Water Regulation Committee (CWRC) once again recommending release of 3,000 cusecs of Cauvery river water by Karnataka to neighbouring Tamil Nadu up to October 31.

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Emergency sirens blaring through the night, living in fear, say Karnataka people stranded in Israel

Israel-Hamas war: Whenever the sirens wail, residents rush to the basement and take shelter in a bunker. They stay there for around 30 minutes to an hour, or sometimes until the sirens cease.

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Top news developments in Karnataka on October 12, 2023

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Man ‘trampled’ to death by wild elephant that triggered panic at Ulikkal in Kannur

63-year-old man was found dead in a churchyard in Kannur, Kerala on Oct 12, after a wild elephant had intruded the town. It is suspected that Jose was attacked by the elephant when he attempted to seek refuge from the chaos caused by firecrackers. Over 70 forest personnel from various…

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Cauvery Committee retains water release recommendation of 3,000 cusecs to T.N.

Cauvery Water Regulation Committee directs Karnataka to release Cauvery water to Tamil Nadu at 3,000 cusecs daily from October 15 to 31, retaining the flow rate mandated from October 1 to 15.

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Government keen to push EV adoption in Karnataka: Ramalinga Reddy

Karnataka Govt. is committed to making EVs affordable to reduce traffic congestion, pollution & achieve zero carbon emissions. Minister Reddy spoke at the E-Mobility Show, highlighting tax incentives, financial support & promotion of indigenous EV components & batteries. Govt. role is to create a collaborative ecosystem for stakeholders, businesses &…

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Karnataka constitutes 15-member panel to frame State Education Policy

Karnataka government has constituted a 15-member committee to formulate the Karnataka State Education Policy (KSEP) under the chairmanship of Sukhdev Thorat, educationist, economist, and former chairman of University Grant Commission.

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Govt. protecting farmers’ interests, says DKS; Opposition begs to differ

CWRC orders 3K cusecs for 15 days; BJP, JD(S) blame govt for “failure”; Shivakumar says farmers’ interest will be protected; Bommai, Kumaraswamy call order “big shock”; Shivakumar says Mekedatu is priority.

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Karnataka High Court dismisses Pramod Muthalik’s petition against Parashurama theme park in Karkala

The High Court of Karnataka dismissed a PIL petition, which had sought directions to the State government to cancel the Sri Parashurama theme park project established on Umikal Hill at Yarlapadi village near Karkala in Udupi district

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Farmers dismayed by CWRC’s decision on Cauvery

Karnataka farmers express dismay over CWRC's directive to release 3000 cusecs of water daily to TN for 15 days. Kurubur Shanthakumar of Karnataka Sugarcane Cultivators Association says this is a major setback & raises suspicion about CWRC & CWMA's intent. People of Bengaluru facing drinking water scarcity, farmers in Cauvery…

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Hundreds of people attempt to lay siege to CUK condemning ‘communalisation’ of campus

Around 5,000 people, mostly Dalits, marched 5km from Kadaganchi village to Central University of Karnataka (CUK) in Kalaburagi district to protest alleged saffronisation of the campus. Slogans were raised against the VC, Registrar, former Registrar and faculty member. Traffic was halted on the inter-State highway for 4 hours. Leaders accused…

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Will protect Karnataka farmers’ interests despite Cauvery panel’s directions, says DKS

Karnataka Deputy CM Shivakumar assures farmers' interests will be protected despite CWRC's water release directions. Inflows to reservoirs are 8-10K cusecs/day, and rainfall will make up for any shortfall. State govt. is taking steps to provide alternative land for Mekedatu project. Power shortage due to drought, govt. taking steps to…

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Karnataka Today newsletter: CWRC directs Karnataka to release of 3,000 cusecs till Oct 31, and more

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Priest, his sister booked for humiliating minor Dalit girl in Karnataka

The accused and his sister allegedly objected to the girl entering the temple premises to fetch water from a public tap, and claimed that she had desecrated the place.

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Meet Jake Dryan, the British chef obsessed with Indian cuisine

UK-based chef and food blogger Jake Dryan has dedicated his time to exploring Indian cuisine and has been covering the country’s varied culinary repertoire one State at a time. Having covered over 13 States including Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Goa, and West Bengal so far, next week, he will start the…

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Cauvery water dispute | Madras High Court lawyers stage demonstration against Karnataka government

MHAA advocates protest Karnataka govt's reluctance to release Cauvery water to TN farmers. Carrying placards and raising slogans, they demand Karnataka respect SC order, CWRC and CWMA decisions on quantum of water TN is entitled to.

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Cauvery water dispute | T.N.’s delta districts go on day-long bandh against Karnataka government

Delta Protection Movement's day-long bandh began in Thanjavur, with many shops and business establishments closed to express solidarity with farmers. Public transp., educational institutions, govt. offices running as usual. Essential commodities such as medicines, milk open. Shops closed in Mannargudi, Koothanallur, Nannilam, Thiruthuraipoondi, Kudavasal, Mayiladuthurai, Sirkazhi, Poompuhar, Tharangambadi, Kuthalam, Sembanarkoil,…

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