Top news developments in Karnataka on January 5, 2023
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Top news developments in Karnataka on January 5, 2023
1. Deputy CM D.K. Shivakumar, in the second leg of ‘Baagilige Bantu Sarakaara’ (government at your doorstep) programme, is listening to grievances of Yelahanka, Byatarayanapura and Dasarahalli Assembly constituencies at Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Bhavan, NES bus stand, Yelahanka New Town.
2. Department of Agriculture is organising Millets and Organics International Trade Fair 2024, which is open to public till January 7. Chief Minister Siddaramaiah will inaugurate the fair today. Union Minister for Finance and Corporate Affairs Nirmala Sitharaman and Minister of Parliamentary Affairs, Coal and Mines Pralhad Joshi will be guests of honour. Deputy CM D.K. Shivakumar will inaugurate the exhibition. The event will be held at Tripuravasini, Palace Ground, Mehkri Circle, at 11 a.m.
3. BJP is continuing its campaign against the arrest of a kar sevak who was booked for rioting in Hubballi in 1992. While the BJP claims it is targeted, the government has maintained that it is only part of a larger drive aimed at giving closure to several old cases, and there are 32 such cases in Hubballi division alone. The government has said that the arrested person is named in 16 cases, including for sale of illicit liquor and gambling. Now, Congress leaders have filed a complaint against BJP leaders for making derogatory statements during the protest over the arrest of the Hindutva activist.
4. Cabinet sub-committee on COVID-19 will meet today. Later in the day, Cabinet meeting will be chaired by Chief Minister Siddaramaiah.
5. Bengaluru-based ISRO successfully tests Polymer Electrolyte Membrane Fuel Cell on PSLV-C58’s orbital platform POEM3.
6. Christ (Deemed to be University) will host its annual education and career fair ‘DAKSH’ on January 5 and 6. The Hindu is the official media partner for the event. DAKSH will be held on the university’s central campus in Bengaluru from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. on both days. The fair will help students, parents, and educators, to understand options for higher education and career paths.
7. Karnataka Postal Circle will present the 13th State-level philately exhibition. Member of Parliament P.C. Mohan will be the chief guest at the programme at Sree Kanteerava Indoor Stadium on Kasturba Road from 10 a.m.
Telangana Legislature's winter session on December 9, 2024 to focus on new legislation, rectifying past Acts, and addressing social indicators and financial issues.
Central government officials raise concerns over vague replies on vacancies and recruitments in Central ministries, highlighting data discrepancies.
Supreme Court directs five states to provide facts on illegal sand mining activities, emphasizing the need for control.
Vazhndhu Kattuvom scheme in Tiruchi district empowers women entrepreneurs through vocational training and e-commerce platforms for business growth.
Chennai airport passengers face challenges with defective trolley wheels, but improvements are underway by AAI officials.
J&K leaders oppose new railway lines cutting through agriculture and horticulture land in south Kashmir, citing ecological and livelihood concerns.
Preliminary study at IIT Madras' Vana Vani School raises concerns over unauthorized clinical trials on students.
Shortage of clinical psychologists in India due to discontinuation of MPhil program raises concerns about education and accreditation standards.
Producers of Tamil movie Amaran apologize for displaying student's number, leading to legal action and removal of scene.
Telangana Chief Minister initiates recruitment of transgender Traffic Assistants in Hyderabad Police for inclusivity and representation.
Forest Minister K. Ponmudy launches 60 mobile medical units for Cyclone Fengal relief in Villupuram district.