Top news developments in Karnataka on March 20, 2024
The Hindu
Top news developments in Karnataka on March 20, 2024
1. Congress is expected to release its Lok Sabha candidates’ list today. The party has so far announced only seven seats for Karnataka. More names were cleared yesterday, which included names of several relatives of ministers and leaders.
2. Announcement of some more BJP seats is expected today. The names were stuck owing to negotiation over Kolar seat between the saffron party and its ally Janata Dal (Secular). It had also led to some differences within the alliance with JD(S) leader and former Chief Minister H.D. Kumaraswamy airing his unhappiness.
3. H.D. Kumaraswamy, admitted in a hospital in Chennai, will undergo a heart procedure tomorrow.
4. Office of the Chief Electoral Officer - Karnataka and the Department of Information and Public Relations are jointly organising a workshop on elections. Manoj Kumar Meena, Chief Electoral Officer participates.
5. Federation of Karnataka Chambers of Commerce and Industry is holding an interaction with members of BJP, and suggesting issues for Sankalpa Patra (manifesto). Dr. Radha Mohan Das Agarwal, Rajya Sabha member, former Chief Minister Basavaraj Bommai, MP P.C. Mohan, MLC Gopinath Reddy, convenor, Economic Cell, BJP, Karnataka, Prashanth G.S. and spokesperson, BJP, Karnataka, Malavika Avinash, will participate. The programme will be held in Sir M.V. Auditorium, FKCCI premises on K.G. Road, at 6 p.m.
6. Sukoon Psychiatry Centre will be inaugurated by Minister for Health Dinesh Gundu Rao, at New BEL Road, 2nd Main, Poornapura, at 11 a.m.
The first firing of the indigenously developed 1500 HP engine for new generation main battle tank by defence secretary Giridhar Armane at BEML truck division in Mysuru.
RMC Chennai predicts cyclonic storm, leading to exam postponements and school closures in Tamil Nadu and Puducherry.
Controversial statement by Chandrashekhar Swami calls for stripping Muslims of voting rights for peaceful coexistence, sparking outrage.
VIT Chennai partners with Vijaya Electronics to develop cutting-edge DC motor for specific application, aiming for transformative impact.
In October 2024, RGIA recorded nearly 2.5 million passengers, a 22% increase compared to October 2023.
Mahindra & Mahindra unveils electric SUVs BE 6e and XEV 9e with 500-km range, competitive pricing, and cutting-edge features.
N Chandrababu Naidu directs officials to develop iconic Deep Technology building in Amaravati, focusing on AI and innovation.
A 24-year-old cryptocurrency trader lost tether coins worth ₹46 lakh after he was cheated by three persons claiming to be buyers of crypto coins in exchange for Indian currency. A FIR has been registered at the CEN police station.
Puducherry celebrates 75 years of Indian Constitution with events attended by Chief Minister, ministers, and officials.
35th district school arts festival at Kottakkal featuring 315 events, tribal dances, and student winners in various categories.
Man arrested for stealing fossil from IITF stall in Delhi, confesses to theft, booked under theft section.
Kilimanoor and Thiruvananthapuram North sub-district shared the top position on second day of the District School Arts Festival at Neyyattinkara on Tuesday.