Top news developments in Karnataka on January 9, 2024
The Hindu
Top news developments in Karnataka on January 9, 2024
1. In one more tragic turn of events, a fan of Kannada actor Yash, 20-year-old engineering student Nikhil, died in an accident while returning home after seeing the star, near Lakshmeshwar in Gadag district. Yash was in the district to visit the families of three fans who had died of electrocution while trying to erect a banner for his birthday on Sunday night.
2. All parties have begun preparations for Lok Sabha polls. While BJP held a meeting yesterday to chalk out a 100-day road map, JD(S) too held a separate meeting. The two parties will initiate seat-sharing talks after Sankranti, which is next Monday. Meanwhile, Congress has announced ministers who will be in charge of the 28 constituencies. Congress General Secretary and State in-charge Randeep Singh Surjewala is in Bengaluru. Some leaders have raised the demand for more Deputy CMs.
3. The South India Content Summit 2024, organised by Fourth Dimension Media Solutions, will be held today. The summit will be inaugurated by Hemant Nimbalkar, Commissioner of the Department of Information and Public Relations, Government of Karnataka. Other guests include Madhusudan Sai and Dushyanth Sridhar from Abhinava e-Patashala, Kartik Sharma, Group CEO of Omnicom Media Group, and K. Madhavan, founding member & MD of Peps Industries Private Limited, and Gopakumar, COO of Bhima Jewels. The event will be held at the Grand Lalit Ashok on Kumarakrupa Road, from 10 a.m. onwards till evening.
4. ICAR-Indian Institute of Horticultural Research, in collaboration with the Society for Promotion of Horticulture, Bengaluru, and the Indian Council of Agricultural Research, New Delhi, will organise a three-day national conference on recent trends and future prospects of floriculture in India, from today. T. Janakiram, Vice-Chancellor, Dr. Y.S.R. Horticultural University, Tadepalligudem, Andhra Pradesh, will inaugurate the conference at ICAR-IIHR premises.
5. Bharat Electronics Fine Arts Club is organising a musical tribute to Kannada cinema actor Leelavathy, who passed away recently, by BEL Lalitakala Sangha singers. The programme will be held at Rashtrakavi Kuvempu Kalakshetra, BEL, Jalahalli, at 6 p.m.
6. Drishya Bengaluru will perform William Shakespeare’s play Twelfth night, translated to Kannada by N.S. Lakshminarayana Bhat and directed by Dakshayani Bhat A. The programme will be held at Ravindra Kalakshetra on J.C. Road, at 7 p.m.
Mysuru MP Pratap Simha to meet officials to discuss measures against dumping of waste along the Outer Ring Road in Mysuru
Manipur Chief Minister N. Biren Singh on January 23, 2025, advised the indigenous peoples of the State to be alert to the problem of illegal immigration from Myanmar and Bangladesh.
Delhi sees a surge of 'Jai Shri Ram' flags as BJP intensifies campaign for Assembly election.
Rajasthan Assembly Speaker Vasudev Devnani hospitalized in Patna during national conference, discharged and flown back to Jaipur.
Kerala Literature Festival opens with Naseeruddin Shah and Parvathy Thiruvothu discussing art, literature, and life on stage.
Kerala High Court suggests exclusive authority like NGRBA for Periyar river conservation, pollution abatement, and monitoring.
Kochi Corporation seeks full control over entertainment tax, demands competent professionals, and urges changes in property tax collection.
Greater Chennai Corporation beautifies flyovers with green spaces, CCTV surveillance, and improved lighting, aiming to enhance pedestrian pathways.
More than 2.6 lakh village and ward volunteers in Andhra Pradesh, once celebrated as the government’s grassroots champions for their crucial role in implementing welfare schemes, are now in a dilemma after learning that their tenure has not been renewed after August 2023 even though they have been paid honoraria till June 2024. Disowned by both YSRCP, which was in power when they were appointed, and the current ruling TDP, which made a poll promise to double their pay, these former volunteers are ruing the day they signed up for the role which they don’t know if even still exists
Prussian Blue Art Hub's 15th anniversary show, Timepiece, showcases diverse paintings interpreting the theme of time uniquely.
Experience the evolution of Kochi's drinking culture at family-friendly restobars with Instagrammable interiors and curated menus.
Hyderabad City Police Annual Sports Meet 2025 featured various events, emphasizing the importance of sports for mental and physical fitness.
Study in India focuses on increasing lifejacket use to prevent drowning, highlighting water safety concerns and statistics.
Puducherry's hospitality sector growth attracts luxury brands, creating job opportunities and revenue potential for the region.
Director Magizh Thirumeni has opened up on how Tamil superstar Ajith Kumar reacted to the unfortunate news of the release of their upcoming film Vidaamuyarchi being postponed, from the festival day of Pongal
Tamil superstar Ajith Kumar has said that he would collaborate on multiple projects with his Vidaamuyarchi-maker Magizh Thirumeni, the director revealed on Thursday
Vellore police seize methanol from pharmacy and godowns in Old Town area, linked to hooch tragedy.
Police deploy in Thirumalpur village after youth set on fire dies, suspects arrested, investigation ongoing, no caste angle.
Rahul Gandhi urges Delhi residents to vote for Congress for real development, highlighting Sheila Dikshit's legacy and party's promises.