Top news developments in Karnataka on March 4, 2023
The Hindu
Here are the key news developments to watch out for from Karnataka today
1. Karnataka Lokayukta continues investigations, a day after Lokayukta police recovered over ₹7 crore from raids on the house and office of BJP MLA Madal Virupakshappa’s son Prashanth Madal. Meanwhile, Opposition Congress is planning protests today against corruption in the government, which they argue the raids further prove.
2. Delhi Chief Minister and AAP chief Arvind Kejriwal, Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann to address AAP rally in Davanagere at 11 a.m. It is Kejriwal’s first public rally in Karnataka. The address will be telecast live on Facebook.
3. Agitating Panchamasali-Lingayat community activists have threatened to block highways today in support of their demand for higher reservation. They have been protesting at Freedom Park in Bengaluru for 50 days.
4. It is Open Day today at Indian Institute of Science, Sir C.V. Raman Road, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
5. Passing out-cum-attestation parade of 114 constables (Tradesmen) of Border Security Force was held today at 7.10 a.m. George Manjuran, Inspector General, STC-BSF, Bengaluru, participated in the programme as the chief guest. The parade was held at Subsidiary Training Centre, Border Security Force, AFS, Yelahanka.
6. P.R. Thippeswamy Pratistana, Mysuru, inaugurates renowned artist P.R. Thippeswamy’s birth centenary celebrations with Chief Minister Basavaraj Bommai, Revenue Minister R Ashok and Minister for Small Scale Industries and Municipal Administration M.T.B. Nagaraj as guests. The event will be held at Karnataka Chitrakala Parishath on Kumarakrupa Road, at 5 p.m.
7. Panmozhi Publications, All India Progressive Forum and M.S. Krishnan Memorial Trust will jointly release a book “Yaadum Oorey” written by Sakthi Siddharthan written by Dr. B.R. Manjunath. The event will be held on Gandhi Sahitya Sangha premises, 8th Cross, Malleswaram, at 4.30 p.m.
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.