Top news developments in Karnataka on December 28, 2022
The Hindu
Here are the key news developments to watch out for from Karnataka today
1. With few days left for the Legislature session to wind up, a slew of pending bills are expected to be passed and many debates are in the offing in both the Houses in the winter session at Belagavi. Among the bills is the Kannada Language Comprehensive Development Bill, 2022. Supplementary estimates are also to be debated and adopted today. Tabling of Assurances Committee report and Public Accounts Committee report are also on the agenda.
2. A day after the Karnataka Legislative Assembly adopted the Bengaluru Metropolitan Land Transport Authority (BMLTA) Bill, 2022, that seeks to bring about better integration and management of urban mobility, there is debate on how formation of Bengaluru Metropolitan Land Transport Authority would help streamline Bengaluru’s haphazard traffic, considering that the population of people and that of vehicles is almost equal now.
3. The Institution of Engineers (India), Karnataka State Centre, is organising a lecture on ‘Pile Design and Construction Practice for Metro Projects’ by Dr. Naveen B.P., Associate Professor & HoD of Civil Engineering, Amity University, Haryana. The event will be held at the State Centre premises at No.3, Dr. B R Ambedkar Veedhi, opposite Indian Express, from 6.30 p.m. onwards.
4. Sea Tunnel Aquarium show with 500 aquatic species on display next to BMTC bus stop, near Kengeri Metro Station, Mysuru Road, from 5 p.m.
5. Satsang Foundation is organising a discourse on Ishavasya Upanishad by Sri M, a social reformer, at Chowdiah Memorial Hall, 16th Cross, Vyalikaval, Malleswaram, from 6 p.m. onwards.
6. Surabharathi Sanskrit and Cultural Foundation will present a Carnatic vocal concert by Malladi Suribabu and party on the foundation’s premises on 9th C Main, Service Road, next to BWSSB water tank, 1st Block, HRBR Layout from 6.30 p.m. onwards
7. Ranga Samsthana will be presenting group dance and songs today at Seva Sadana, 14th Cross Road, Malleswaram, from 10.30 a.m. onwards.
Parents of deceased Badlapur sexual assault accused withdraw case against Thane police in alleged encounter, citing difficulties in pursuing justice.
Deocha Pachami Coal Mining project in West Bengal begins with basalt mining, promising jobs and fair compensation for locals.
Akhilesh Yadav accuses BJP of rigging Milkipur byelection, declares Election Commission "dead" for failing to prevent malpractice.
AAP alleges BJP offered ₹15 crore to 7 candidates to defect after Delhi election; BJP denies, calls it baseless.
Protestors clash with police in Kolkata over SSC recruitment scam, demanding segregation of worthy and unworthy candidates.
Tragic accident involving ITI students at BHEL in Ranipet, Vellore; two run over by lorry, one injured, driver arrested.
R.S. Venkatraman, the voice of Independence for Tamil listeners, passes away at 102 in Chennai.
Nobel Laureate Aaron Ciechanover emphasizes the importance of democracy in science for progress and innovation.
Former Minister and three others convicted in bank fraud case, sentenced to 3 years; released on interim bail.
DMK President M.K. Stalin vows to retain power in 2026, emphasizing party's history of working for people's welfare.
India's EV charging market poised for growth with significant investment, but urgent expansion needed to meet ambitious targets by 2030.
Delhi court summons ED director over failure to provide documents in ₹88-crore SEBI fraud case, accused unable to defend.
Saamana editorial criticizes PM Modi's response to Trump's outsourcing remarks, warns of economic impact on Indian citizens abroad.