Top news developments in Karnataka on June 4, 2022
The Hindu
Here are the key news developments in Karnataka to watch out for today
1. Chief Minister Basavaraj Bommai late on Friday announced that the government plans to re-look some of the content related to 12th century philosopher-poet-social reformer Basaveshwara in the revised school textbooks, which have kicked up a controversy. Further discussion and debate around this issue is expected today from various quarters.
2. Rastrakavi Kuvempu Pratistana is set to release English translation of Kuvempu’s classic work Malegalalli Madumagalu. It will be released by poet Dr. H.S. Shivaprakash at Gandhi Bhavan, Kumarakrupa Road, 11 a.m.
3. Kannada Sahitya Parishath celebrates the 138th birth anniversary of Nalwadi Krishnaraja Wadiyar today. Retired Judge of Karnataka High Court A.J. Sadashiva to inaugurate the event at Parishath premises, Chamarajpet, at 5.30 p.m.
4. Several programmes have been organised to mark World Environment Day today. Among them is inauguration of E-Waste At Gallery to mark World Environment Day at Orion Mall at 3 p.m.
5. Bangalore Lalithakala Parishad and Ramasudha Charitable Trust are organising Dr. H. Narasimhaiah Memorial Cultural Festival. Vocal recital by M S Sheela and party today at Dr. H.N. Kalakshetra, 7th Block, Jayanagar, at 6.30 p.m.
1. Hindutva groups have threatened to lay siege to the Jamia Masjid at Srirangapatna claiming right to offer worship on the ground that it was once a temple. Security has been intensified and prohibitory orders clamped to prevent any untoward incident.
2. District administration celebrates the birth anniversary of Nalwadi Krishnaraja Wadiyar, reckoned to have laid the foundation of modern Mysuru. There is a special lecture on the maharaja's contribution, organised by History Department, University of Mysore.
M. Suhaib, Additional District Judge, Kozhikode, suspended for alleged misconduct towards female court employee in official chamber.
Foundation laid for new auditorium at Sivakasi Government Arts and Science College with financial support from local businesses.
Telangana to introduce new clean energy policy to meet rising energy demands sustainably, aiming for 20,000 MW renewable capacity by 2030.
The girl, who was admitted to Aster CMI Hospital with alarming breathlessness and significant pallor, was diagnosed with Wegener’s Granulomatosis (now known as Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis or GPA), a rare autoimmune condition that causes spontaneous bleeding in the lungs, leading to acute respiratory failure.
Puzhal prison officials investigate fire accident that destroyed old files and cardboard boxes, possibly caused by prisoners.
ACB files case against IPS officer N. Sanjay in Andhra Pradesh. The official is accused of manipulating the tender processes for awarding contract for development and maintenance of AGNI-NOC portal, and conducting awareness meetings for SC/STs. It is alleged that the total value of properties stolen, or involved in the case is estimated at ₹1,75,86,600.
The holiday season spanning from Christmas to New Year has seen a surge in tourists visiting Mysuru with the hospitality sector announcing 100 per cent occupancy for the entire duration.
BJP leader and former MP, Prathap Simha, has backed the Mysuru City Corporation’s (MCC) proposal to name a stretch of KRS road in the city after Chief Minister Siddaramaiah.
Tourists flock to Visakhapatnam and Alluri Sitharama Raju districts for holidays, leading to full occupancy in hotels and attractions.
Umayalpuram Swaminatha Iyer's legacy in music and teachings remembered through stories and memories of his disciples and students.
Kalaburagi District Police Dog Squad bids emotional farewell to Reeta, a crucial part of operations and investigations.