Top Karnataka news developments today
The Hindu
Key news developments from Karnataka on August 11, Thursday
Here are the important developments from Karnataka to watch out for today:
Chief Minister Basavaraj Bommai, who was in quarantine for COVID-19, is now out of it and is travelling today in parts of Mysuru and Mandya districts. Speaking to reporters before starting out, the Chief Minister dismissed rumours of change of leadership in Karnataka as entirely baseless.
Rains continue in some parts of Karnataka, though intensity has come down. People of Malnad and North Karnataka continue to face problems with swollen water bodies.. Monuments of Hampi are inundated. KBJNL officials are releasing heavy quantum of water to Krishna river from Basavasagar reservoir to maintain the safety.
Bengaluru City University, as part of the 75th Independence Day celebration, organized a State-level run and jatha on Thursday. Prof. Lingaraja Gandhi, Vice Chancellor of Bangalore City University inaugurated the jatha which commenced at 7 a.m. from Central College premises, Bengaluru City University.
Bengaluru City University in association with Charaka and Desi organisations is organizing exhibition and sale of handloom products to commemorate the 75th Independence Day. The event will be held at Central College premises, Bengaluru City University, Palace Road, and will be inaugurated by Prof. Lingaraja Gandhi, Vice Chancellor, Bengaluru City University at 10.30 a.m.
Karnataka State Backward Classes Commission is organizing a seminar to commemorate the completion of 50 years of L.G. Havanur Commission. Minister for Backward Classes Welfare and Social Welfare Department, Kota Srinivasa Pujari, to inaugurate. The event will be held at Devaraj Urs Bhavan in Vasanth Nagar from 10.30 a.m. onwards.
Al-Ameen Arts, Science and Commerce College is organizing a book release programme on Thursday. The book Chunauti Swabhimaan Ki written by Jayaram Rayapura and translated by Dr. Shakira Khanum will be released. MLA B. Uday Garduachar, is the chief guest at the event. Senior officials of Al Ameen College will participate in the programme. The event will be held in the college premises, Hosur Road from 10.30 a.m. onwards.
Delhi CM-designate Rekha Gupta expresses gratitude to PM Modi, vows to fulfill vision, become fourth woman CM of Delhi.
College teachers in Chennai protest for career advancement benefits, condemning unequal treatment between government and aided colleges.
Dredging of Kallai River in Kozhikode begins to restore natural flow and reduce waterlogging, long-awaited project.
Government removes roadside encroachments in Puducherry's Bharathi Street to improve traffic, traders protest, removal put on hold temporarily.
Minister for Local Self-Governments M.B. Rajesh distributed the Swaraj Media Awards at Guruvayur on Wednesday. S.R. Praveen, Principal Correspondent, The Hindu, received the Swaraj Media Award (Print Media) for his report “Foot soldiers of Kerala’s silent revolution against waste.”
AIMIM urges Maharashtra government to allow Muslim employees and students to leave an hour early during Ramzan.
Samsung India Workers Union (SIWU) plans a massive strike on March 7 over suspended workers, amid ongoing negotiations with management.
Health Minister inaugurates development projects worth ₹1.60 crore in Virugambakkam, Chennai funded by MP and MLA.
Uttar Pradesh jails to bring holy water from Maha Kumbh to all prisons for inmates to participate.
NGT criticizes UPPCB for lack of data on faecal coliform levels in Ganga and Yamuna rivers during Maha Kumbh.
Voorhees College wins All India Football Tournament at VIT's Riviera-2025, with principal congratulating team.
Retteri lake restoration project near completion, increasing storage capacity for fresh water supply in Chennai by next monsoon.
Delhi High Court advocates understanding over punishment in cases of adolescent love, prioritizing safety and well-being of young individuals.