Top news developments in Karnataka on July 20, 2023
The Hindu
Top news developments in Karnataka on July 20, 2023
1. The ruckus in the budget session over suspension of 10 members of the opposition BJP for ‘indiscipline and unruly behaviour’ is likely to continue today. The suspension was announced after BJP members tore copies of a Bill and hurled them at Deputy Speaker Rudrappa Lamani while he was in the Speaker’s chair. The BJP has been protesting over deployment of 30 IAS officers as liaison officers during the opposition meet in Bengaluru. BJP is expected to move a no-confidence motion over the issue.
2. Federation of Karnataka State Private Transport Associations, which has been claiming losses suffered after implementation of Stree Shakthi scheme that offers free transport for women in public transport buses, has announced a protest on July 27.
3. LGBTQ community and women’s organisations have called a press conference to pronounce their stand on Uniform Civil Code.
4. Karnataka Power Corporation Limited is celebrating its 54th foundation day today. Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Energy Minister K.J. George will be the chief guests, at Jnana Jyothi Auditorium, Bengaluru University, Central College campus on Palace Road, at 5 p.m.
Rain has gathered momentum in some north Karnataka districts. Kalaburagi district has been receiving incessant rains. Heavy rain continues in Maharashtra and Belagavi too. Dam inflows are expected to increase. Some roads in Belagavi district are submerged.
District administration of Mandya, Child Rights Protection Committee, and District Legal Services Authority to conduct a workshop on prevention of child marriage and atrocities against children.
Fisheries College head G. Manja Naik to inaugurate training workshop on fish processing and value-added marine products, Fisheries College.
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.