Top news developments in Karnataka on April 18, 2023
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Top news developments in Karnataka on April 18, 2023
1. A day after its senior leader and former Chief Minister Jagadeesh Shettar, after being denied ticket, joined Congress and is set to contest from Hubballi-Dharwad Central constituency, BJP is bringing in national president J.P. Nadda to the north Karnataka city for consultations and to ensure that the cadre does not follow him. The BJP is busy in a similar exercise in Mysuru, where senior leader S. A. Ramdas was denied the ticket to contest. He is expected to announce his next course of action today.
2. The process of filing nominations continues. Chief Minister Basavaran Bommai, among others, will file nominations today from Shiggaon. Some are refraining from filing nominations today, since Tuesday is regarded as ‘inauspicious’.
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3. Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann to hold roadshow in Hubballi in north Karnataka in support of AAP candidates.
4. World Heritage Day is being observed today in various places. Among others, Mangaluru chapter of Indian National Trust for Art and Cultural Heritage organises heritage walk through old port area in Mangaluru.
5. Rama Navami concerts in Bengaluru:
a) Concert by Rashmi and party, 5 p.m.; vocal concert by Vidya Bhushana and party, at Sri Ramaseva Mandali pandal, Old Fort High School ground, Chamarajpet, from 6.30 p.m. onwards.
Ranya Rao, caught smuggling gold at Kempegowda International Airport, claimed innocence, but agencies suspect syndicate involvement.
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CPS Abolition Movement protests in Dindigul urging State government to implement old pension scheme promised by DMK.
Union Finance Minister criticizes removal of Indian currency symbol '₹' in Tamil Nadu Budget 2025-26 documents, citing national unity concerns.
State government provides ₹100 crore to KMRL for Kakkanad extension, speeding up construction and addressing funding issues.
ED joins probe into gold smuggling case involving Kannada actor Ranya Rao, raids multiple locations in Bengaluru.
Bombay High Court questions Maharashtra government on failure to register FIR against police officers in custodial death case.
Uttar Pradesh Minister Sanjay Nishad faces backlash for suggesting those who have issues with Holi colours should leave the country.
Tamil Nadu sees improved Olive Ridley turtle nesting season with over 2.5 lakh eggs collected, efforts to protect marine life.
Speeding bus crash on Paramakudi-Madurai highway kills woman, injures 23; driver flees scene, causing critical injuries.
Transport Minister flags off private and KSRTC buses from Goshree islands to Kochi city, improving public transportation.
TSPSC clarifies Group-I Mains exam evaluation process, releases key statistics, and addresses misinformation, ensuring fairness and transparency.