Here are the big stories from Karnataka today
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Karnataka Today newsletter: Former Indian pacer from State David Johnson passes away, and more
Former Indian team cricketer David Johnson, 52, fell to his death from the fourth-floor balcony of his flat, at an apartment in Kothanur on June 20. He is survived by his wife and two children. He had sustained severe injuries and was immediately rushed to a nearby private hospital, but was declared “brought dead”, said Kothanur Police who visited the spot.
Investigation is underway to ascertain whether the deceased jumped to end his life, or fell accidentally. An unnatural death report has been filed. Hailing from Arasikere, Hassan district, David Johnson was a bowler, played for Karnataka and made his international debut in 1996. He played for Team India in only two Test matches. He was also active in Karnataka Premiere League tournament.
Two pilgrims from Bengaluru are among the hundreds who died of dehydration and sunstroke during this year’s Haj pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia, as the faithful faced intense high temperatures at Islam’s holy sites in the desert kingdom. On June 20, officials informed that the deceased are Kouser Rukhsana (69) from R.T. Nagar and Abdul Ansari (54) from Frazer Town.
“The tragedy occurred when the pilgrims were reportedly taking part in the Ramy al-jamarat (stoning of the devil) ritual at Mina valley, located on the outskirts of Mecca,” informed S. Sarfaraz Khan, Executive Officer of the Karnataka State Haj Committee. Citing the customs and agreements with the Saudi Arabian government, bodies of the pilgrims who die during the pilgrimage are not brought back to their native place.
After vegetable prices kept going up for months due to drought in Karnataka, consumers were relieved when the skies opened. But now, prices have again gone up with many vegetables crossing the ₹100 per kg mark in Bengaluru, much to people’s dismay.
While beans is again selling at ₹180-₹220 per kg in retail markets in Bengaluru, in wholesale markets, the price went up from ₹80-₹120 per kg. The ever fluctuating tomato prices have touched ₹80-₹100 per kg from almost ₹50 - 60 per kg a few days ago while brinjal, radish, capsicum and onions have also breached the ₹100 mark in retail markets.
Two people were found dead as a result of gunshot wounds at Hoysala Nagar in Hassan on June 20. Police are trying to ascertain the identity of the deceased. They suspect that one person shot at the other before turning the gun on himself.
Odisha Governor designate credits Atal Bihari Vajpayee for Kargil war success, golden quadrilateral, tribal ministry, and more.
Four years after the Union government launched the Svamitva scheme to digitise property records in rural areas, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will distribute 58 lakh property cards providing ‘Record of Rights’ to owners in over 50,000 villages across 12 States on Friday at a virtual event
M. Suhaib, Additional District Judge, Kozhikode, suspended for alleged misconduct towards female court employee in official chamber.
Foundation laid for new auditorium at Sivakasi Government Arts and Science College with financial support from local businesses.
Telangana to introduce new clean energy policy to meet rising energy demands sustainably, aiming for 20,000 MW renewable capacity by 2030.
The girl, who was admitted to Aster CMI Hospital with alarming breathlessness and significant pallor, was diagnosed with Wegener’s Granulomatosis (now known as Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis or GPA), a rare autoimmune condition that causes spontaneous bleeding in the lungs, leading to acute respiratory failure.
Puzhal prison officials investigate fire accident that destroyed old files and cardboard boxes, possibly caused by prisoners.
ACB files case against IPS officer N. Sanjay in Andhra Pradesh. The official is accused of manipulating the tender processes for awarding contract for development and maintenance of AGNI-NOC portal, and conducting awareness meetings for SC/STs. It is alleged that the total value of properties stolen, or involved in the case is estimated at ₹1,75,86,600.
The holiday season spanning from Christmas to New Year has seen a surge in tourists visiting Mysuru with the hospitality sector announcing 100 per cent occupancy for the entire duration.
BJP leader and former MP, Prathap Simha, has backed the Mysuru City Corporation’s (MCC) proposal to name a stretch of KRS road in the city after Chief Minister Siddaramaiah.
Tourists flock to Visakhapatnam and Alluri Sitharama Raju districts for holidays, leading to full occupancy in hotels and attractions.