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Bagalkot-Kudachi railway line to be completed by the end of 2025

The State government has set a deadline of completing Bagalkot-Kudachi railway line by the end of 2025 and Gadag-Wadi line by March 2026. Both railway lines provide connectivity to various towns in north Karnataka.

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High security number plates can help bring down crime rate: NRSC member

HSRPs can reduce crime rate, says NRSC member Soi. He has campaigned for HSRPs for 15 yrs. 90% of crimes in India are vehicle-borne & Karnataka is a top drug-consuming State. HSRPs trigger fear of being caught & punished, reducing crime rate. Delhi's crime rate has decreased. Karnataka govt mandated…

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Future course of action on Cauvery issue after discussion with CM and Dy.CM, says Cheluvarayaswamy

While KRRS leader and Melukote MLA Darshan Puttannaiah has described the postponement of the hearing of the Cauvery water dispute between Karnataka and Tamil Nadu to September 21 by the Supreme Court as a “big blow” to the State’s interests, Minister for Agriculture N. Cheluvarayaswamy has assured that a suitable…

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Tamil Nadu gets 3.9 tmcft of Cauvery water in one week

TN realises 3.9tmcft Cauvery water from Karnataka in 1wk of 6.48tmcft over 15 days. CWMA directed 5,000cusecs from Aug 29. Avg daily flow up to Aug 31 fluctuated. TN received 34.65tmcft from June-Sept 4, 56.63tmcft short of normal 91.28tmcft. CWMA reworked daily quantum to 10,000cusecs for 15 days. Mettur dam…

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May not be feasible to release Cauvery water after September 12, Karnataka tells Supreme Court

Karnataka said Tamil Nadu’s demand for supply of 24,000 cusecs per day was wholly unjustified and based on a completely erroneous assumption that the water year of 2023-24 was a normal one.

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KKRDB decides to appoint 2,618 guest teachers tentatively by the month-end

KKRDB to appoint 2,618 guest teachers to fill teacher shortage in Kalyana Karnataka region. 13.58 lakh children studying in 9,249 govt. schools in 7 districts. 18,282 posts vacant against 49,439 sanctioned posts. 16,041 guest teachers to be appointed by State govt. KKRDB to appoint additional 2,618 guest teachers. Honorarium of…

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We’re committed to restoring lost investment climate in Karnataka, says Siddaramaiah

Karnataka govt committed to restoring climate for investments, providing stable policy environment to support tech, industrialists & start-ups. Bengaluru Tech Summit 2023 to be held Nov 29-Dec 1, theme "Breaking Boundaries". Congress-led govt introduced IT policy in 1992, laying groundwork for Electronics City. CM & Dy CM asking IT &…

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Karnataka Today newsletter: Tomato prices crash to ₹10/kg in Karnataka wholesale markets, and more

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Mysuru reconnected to coastal Karnataka with extension of Bengaluru-Mangaluru express train to Murdeshwar

Railway Ministry approves extension of Bengaluru-Mangaluru express train via Mysuru to Murdeshwar.

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After record highs, tomato prices crash to ₹10 per kg in Karnataka wholesale markets

The prices of tomatoes that had touched nearly ₹200 per kg in July

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Top news developments in Karnataka on September 6, 2023

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Karnataka wants Centre to increase number of person days of work under MGNREGA to 50 days to strengthen rural infrastructure

Karnataka seeks to increase MGNREGA man days to 150 from 100 to strengthen rural infrastructure and improve livelihood of poor families. Govt. also requests Centre to add components to make scheme more vibrant. Working closely with other departments to handle drought situation.

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‘Improving education in Kalyana Karnataka is top priority for KKRDB’

Kalyana Karnataka region is educationally backward compared to rest of Karnataka. KKRDB will spend 30% of funds to improve educational scenario. Appointing guest teachers to fill vacant teaching posts, 9,000 schools to be provided quality infrastructure and teaching faculties. Best Teacher awards given to primary and high school teachers. Officials…

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Cauvery water row: KRRS files plea before SC seeking to implead in case related to Tamil Nadu’s petition

The Karnataka Rajya Raitha Sangha has filed an application before the Supreme Court seeking to implead as a respondent in the case related to Tamil Nadu’s petition on August 14 seeking release of Cauvery water from Karnataka.

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High Court allows actor Ganesh to go ahead with construction in Bandipur tiger eco-sensitive zone with rider

The High Court of Karnataka has permitted Kannada actor Ganesh to go ahead with the construction of a farmhouse on his land that falls under the eco-sensitive zone of the Bandipur Tiger Reserve with a caution that he would face consequences if constructions were later proved to be permanent and…

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Top news developments in Karnataka on September 5, 2023

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Religion that does not promote equality cannot be called religion: Priyank Kharge

Karnataka Ministers Priyank Kharge and H.C. Mahadevappa respond to Tamil Nadu Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin's remarks on Sanatan Dharma, stating that any religion that does not promote equality or dignity of being human is not a religion; they assert that Constitution is their religion.

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Akashvani to launch ‘Story Akka’ programme for children

Starting this Teachers’ Day, children across Karnataka will get to hear twice a week ‘Story Akka’, a radio programme series in Kannada that launches on Akashvani-Bengaluru

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‘Eligible consumers can still apply for Gruha Jyothi’

The Karnataka government has not given a cut-off date for applying for the Congress’s flagship Gruha Jyothi scheme and eligible consumers can still apply for it, said Minister for Energy K.J. George on Monday.

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D.K. Shivakumar says Karnataka govt. will release 50% of pending bills for BBMP works

Karnataka government will release 50% of the pending bills of all completed works of Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP), Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar has announced on Monday.

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Poor rainfall leading to summer-like peak demand, says Karnataka Energy Minister K.J. George

Karnataka faces summer-like peak demand for electricity due to poor monsoon. Govt. is purchasing power to meet shortfall & planning to import coal for better power generation. Union Minister of Power & Renewable Energy says nation is fully prepared to meet any spike in demand.

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Nagamohan Das seeks clarity from govt. on probe into ‘40% commission’ charge

Judge Nagamohan Das, appointed by Karnataka govt to probe 40% bribery allegations against previous BJP regime, seeks clarity on scope of investigation. PWD initially constituted committee, then modified order to commission, giving 3 months to complete probe. Dedicated office to be provided, experts to be hired. Govt & contractors in…

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Cauvery issue: Farmers and AAP activists protest outside MP’s office in Mysuru

Farmers, AAP workers protest outside BJP MP's office in Mysuru over Cauvery issue. Farmers criticise BJP MPs for not raising issue with PM Modi. AAP leader Siddaraju takes exception to MP's failure to receive representation. Farmers urge govt to find permanent solution to Cauvery dispute.

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T.N. govt consistently taking steps to get water from Karnataka: official

TN govt taking consistent efforts to protect farmers' interests, get Cauvery water from Karnataka. TN insisted Karnataka release water as per schedule. CWMA directed Karnataka to release 15,000 cusecs of water in 15 days. TN requested 24,000 cusecs, but CWMA reduced quantum. TN moved SC for direction to release 24,000…

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Here are the big stories from Tamil Nadu today

Tamil Nadu CM M.K. Stalin announces ₹2 lakh solatium for kin of four murdered family members; AIADMK's Palaniswami deplores the incident. Stalin launches 'Speaking for India' podcast series to campaign against BJP-led Union govt. Madras HC rules against recent transfer of money laundering case against Minister V Senthilbalaji. PMK's Anbumani…

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