Top news developments in Karnataka on January 3, 2023
The Hindu
Top news developments in Karnataka on January 3, 2023
1. BJP is holding protests in Bengaluru and elsewhere in Karnataka against the arrest of a person accused of the 1992 anti-Muslim riots in Hubballi. Leader of Opposition R. Ashok to lead protest in Hubballi. Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has, this morning, issued a statement reiterating that the arrest is part of a drive to pursue old cases (32 in Hubballi-Dharwad commissionerate), but is being given a communal colour by the BJP.
2. Deputy CM and Bengaluru Development Minister D.K. Shivakumar will hold a public grievance redressal meet today for residents of Mahadevapura and K.R. Puram Assembly constituencies, at Dr. B.R. Ambedkar ground in Doorvaninagar, from 9.30 a.m. This is the first in a series of such ‘Government at Your Doorstep’ programmes that have been planned in Bengaluru.
3. The commercial arm of Bengaluru-based ISRO, NewSpace India Limited (NSIL), will launch GSAT-20 (renamed as GSAT-N2), on-board SpaceX’s Falcon-9 during the second quarter of 2024. NSIL made the announcement this morning.
4. Chief Minister Siddaramaiah is presiding over the preliminary meeting of the Bengaluru International Film Festival (BIFFes), which is long overdue.
5. Samata Sainika Dala (SSD) and Nagasena Vidyalaya are jointly organising the 193rd birth anniversary celebrations of Savitribai Phule today. President of SSD M. Venkataswamy will inaugurate the programme on Nagasena Vidyalaya premises in Sadashivanagar at 11.30 a.m.
6. Lecture on Kumaravysa’s Bharata: Episodes and Characters as part of the masterclass series on the Kannada Mahabharata by S.N. Sridhar, SUNY distinguished service professor of Linguistics and India Studies, Stony Brook University, New York, and Krishnamurthy Hanuru, Professor, University of Mysore (retd.). The programme will be held at BIC at No. 7, 4th Main, Domlur II Stage, from 6.30 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Kodagu district in-charge minister Boseraju inaugurates hockey stadium at Somwarpet.
Run 3 Space | Play Space Running Game
Traffic Jam 3D | Online Racing Game
Duck Hunt | Play Old Classic Game
Social Impact Assessment study for widening Thammanam-Pullepady Road to M.G. Road and NH 66 Bypass begins, land acquisition procedures ongoing.
Rajendra Singh expresses concern over marine pollution caused by industries near coastal areas, impacting fishermen's livelihood and health.
Driver survives lorry accident carrying LPG cylinders in Tiruvannamalai, rescued from lake with minor injuries.
Chennai-based metal band Jhanu, founded by Jhanu Chanthar, will perform songs from their album Achamillai during their concert.
Discover the historical and cultural treasures of Nangavaram village in Tamil Nadu, including ancient temples and rich traditions.
Keel-laying of Indian Navy's seventh ASW SWC vessel at CSL with advanced SONARS for underwater surveillance.
BJP State President B.Y. Vijayendra on Thursday denied having any role in the appointment of party district unit presidents, while responding to the allegations of K. Sudhakar, MP, who accused him of appointing his “yes men”.
Parents of murdered doctor meet West Bengal Governor and BJP president to seek justice and criticize CBI investigation.
Dibrugarh's rise in Assam politics, from railway hub to potential second capital, underlines BJP's Ujoni stronghold and challenges ahead.
Hyderabad Police launches CPR training programme for officers
Hyderabad to witness major boost in healthcare with new Osmania General Hospital featuring 2,000 beds and advanced facilities.
Investigation in the Hindu Munnani office bombing in 1995 reveals true bomber, Mustafa Rasadi, and involvement of Jihadi extremists.
BJP State President B.Y. Vijayendra on Thursday denied having any role in the appointment of party district unit presidents, while responding to the allegations of K. Sudhakar, MP, who accused him of appointing his “yes men”.
Tiruppur City Municipal Corporation nears completion of underground drainage project, extending connections to 7,000 households.
Seeman criticizes DMK for demeaning Periyar, questions their commitment to his ideology and addresses social issues.
RINL-VSP will not be privatised, with the Centre aiming to make it the top steel plant in India, says H.D. Kumaraswamy.
Approval of GHMC's ₹8,440 crore budget amid chaos, protests, and removal of BRS corporators during a stormy council meeting.
Anticipated Ordinance to regulate money lenders and microfinance institutions during loan recovery to be finalized soon.