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Karnataka Today newsletter: Brinda Karat slams Siddaramaiah, DKS over ‘nakli kushti’ for power, and more
CPI (Marxist) leader Brinda Karat alleged that Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah and DCM D.K. Shivakumar were fighting amongst each other for power. Speaking at Adivasi Aakrosh rally in Mangaluru on January 23, Ms. Karat said Congress had come to power in Karnataka with the votes of Koragas and other like-minded people. But so far, it had done nothing to end the oppression of Koragas and tribal communities.
“Mr. Siddaramaiah and Mr. Shivakumar are fighting among themselves for power. ...Stop this nakli kushti,” she said. In Karnataka, Koragas and Jenu Kurubas are the two recognised particularly vulnerable tribal groups (PVTGs), and they number 62,000. Koragas, whose population is 16,000, are the most oppressed among the PVTGs. With falling birth rate and infant mortality rate, the population of Koragas is coming down.
A group of persons, said to be from the Rama Sene, allegedly attacked a salon near KSRTC bus stand at Bejai in Mangaluru on January 23, 2025. They allegedly assaulted two staff members and damaged property claiming that the salon was a centre for immoral activities. Police said that the attack took place around 11.50 a.m.
“About 10 persons unlawfully entered Colors Unisex Salon and assaulted two staff members. They damaged property significantly. They allegedly verbally abused the staff accusing them of indulging in immoral activities and threatened to harm them further,” Police Commissioner Anupam Agrawal informed.
In recognition of their contributions to the Jal Jeevan Mission, five ‘water warriors’ from Karnataka will be honoured during the 76th Republic Day celebrations in Delhi on January 26. These individuals played pivotal roles in ensuring safe and sustainable water supply at the grassroots level.
The ‘water warriors’ are Shivamma of Kollur in Koppal taluk, Keshava Kotian of Badagabettu in Udupi district, Sridhar Patil of Ganjalakheda in Kalaburagi, Ananthamma of Kere Kondapura, Molakalmuru, and Virappa Ramappa Chikkur of Halagali, Mudhol, Bagalkot district.
A day after he won the Best Actor honour in the Kannada State Film Awards for the year 2019, Kannada superstar Kichcha Sudeep has declined the award. Sudeep was adjudged the best actor for his performance in the sports drama Pailwaan.
Residents and activists concerned about poor maintenance of Puzhithivakkam lake in southern suburbs, leading to garbage accumulation and inconvenience.
The event will run daily from 10 a.m. to 8.30 p.m., offering a variety of activities. Visitors can enjoy dance and music performances, hands-on art experiences, film screenings, and exhibitions from 10.30 a.m. to 6.30 p.m. These will feature folk cuisines, leather puppets, philately, textiles, and handicrafts.
Experienced banker P. Suriaraj appointed as executive director of Dhanlaxmi Bank by RBI for three years.
MLA Ramesh Bandisidde Gowda plans for Maga Masa Hunnime programme at Sri Nimishamba Temple with safety measures.
Road-roller theft unravels inter-State TMT bars racket
Complete Lendi project by end of 2025-26: Uttam to engineers
Central teams inspect paddy procurement sites in Mayiladuthurai and Nagapattinam districts, assessing moisture levels post-rain damage.
Abhilash Shetty, a rising fast-bowler from Karnataka, impresses with 17 wickets in Vijay Hazare Trophy and First Class debut.
Officials appreciate helmet-wearing motorists during Road Safety Month with roses, emphasizing importance of road safety practices.
Farmers from Udangudi staged a walkout during the grievance redress meeting at the Collectorate on Thursday, opposing the acquisition of agricultural land for forming industrial and propellent park
Stalwarts of our MNCs recommending that employees work 70 to 90 hours at work every week ignore health implications of undertaking such long hours of work
Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Thursday announced that from the next financial year, a market system for organic products will be implemented in Karnataka’s Agricultural Produce Market Committees (APMC). He was speaking at the inauguration of the International Trade Fair - Organics and Millets 2025.
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Rama Sene activists attack salon in Mangaluru, arrested by police; condemned by ministers for moral policing.
Andhra Pradesh government is keen on developing Visakhapatnam as the best tourist destination, says APTDC Managing Director
Annual flower show at Raja Seat in Madikeri featuring unique floral creations, children's activities, and exhibition until January 27.
Former CBI Joint Director V.V. Lakshminarayana supports merging Vizag Steel with SAIL for revival, demands government intervention for projects.
Srisailam temple staff lead cleanliness drive in temple town as part of Swacch Srisailam initiative.