Top news developments in Karnataka on July 29, 2022
The Hindu
Here are the key news developments to watch out for from Karnataka today
1. Parts of Dakshina Kannada continue to be tense after the murder of 32-year-old BJP Yuva Morcha activist Praveen Nettaru on Tuesday. The killing of 22-year-old Fazil on Thursday night at Suratkal has added to the tension, though police say the two incidents are not linked. Prohibitory orders are in force in and around the areas where the incidents have occurred. Meanwhile, building pressure on the party and government to take action against the murder of Praveen, several youth wing leaders have resigned from their positions. Striking a tough posture, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath said on Thursday that he is willing to adapt the “Yogi Adityanath model” in Karnataka if necessary.
2. Karnataka Forest Department flagged off International Tiger Day celebrations today at 6.30 a.m. at Aranya Bhavan in Malleswaram. A wildlife photography exhibition is being organized to mark the day by Wildlife Tales at Garuda Mall on Magrath Road in Bengaluru. The exhibition will be inaugurated at 3 p.m. and continues till July 31.
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3. All India Trade Union Congress, Bangalore District Committee, is organising a protest against price rise and imposition of GST on essential commodities at Freedom Park from 11 a.m. onwards.
4. Centre for Budget and Policy Studies is organising the Poornima Vyasulu Memorial programme. There will be conversations on ‘Freedom and Creativity’ from 6.10 p.m. to 7.15 p.m. The participants include Prof. Gita Sen, Dr. Shobha Raghuram, Prof. Shreelata Rao Seshadri and Nemichandra Malhotra. Remembering Poornima Vyasulu by IIMB friends and colleagues will be held from 7.15 p.m. to 7.55 p.m. The programme will be held at Wadia Hall, B.P. Wadia Road in Basavanagudi.
5. Ramanagaram district authorities, State Tourism Department and Karnataka Janapada Parishat and Department of Kannada and Culture are jointly organising 32nd State-level kite festival. It will be held at district playground in Ramanagar at 10.30 a.m.
1. General body meeting of Hubballi-Dharwad municipal council at 11 a.m. in Hubballi.
Ranya Rao, caught smuggling gold at Kempegowda International Airport, claimed innocence, but agencies suspect syndicate involvement.
World Sleep Day: More than 26% of professionals said they are getting less than six hours of sleep in the night, a problem even more pronounced among entrepreneurs.
Samuel Browne's botanical explorations in 17th-century Madras offer insights into traditional plant uses and changing flora over time.
CPS Abolition Movement protests in Dindigul urging State government to implement old pension scheme promised by DMK.
Union Finance Minister criticizes removal of Indian currency symbol '₹' in Tamil Nadu Budget 2025-26 documents, citing national unity concerns.
State government provides ₹100 crore to KMRL for Kakkanad extension, speeding up construction and addressing funding issues.
ED joins probe into gold smuggling case involving Kannada actor Ranya Rao, raids multiple locations in Bengaluru.
Bombay High Court questions Maharashtra government on failure to register FIR against police officers in custodial death case.
Uttar Pradesh Minister Sanjay Nishad faces backlash for suggesting those who have issues with Holi colours should leave the country.
Tamil Nadu sees improved Olive Ridley turtle nesting season with over 2.5 lakh eggs collected, efforts to protect marine life.
Speeding bus crash on Paramakudi-Madurai highway kills woman, injures 23; driver flees scene, causing critical injuries.
Transport Minister flags off private and KSRTC buses from Goshree islands to Kochi city, improving public transportation.
TSPSC clarifies Group-I Mains exam evaluation process, releases key statistics, and addresses misinformation, ensuring fairness and transparency.