Top news developments in Karnataka on May 10, 2022
The Hindu
Here are the key news developments to watch out for from Karnataka today
1. Sri Rama Sene, that started a campaign against use of loudspeakers for azan (call for prayer) by singing bhajans early in the morning using loudspeakers in temples, has announced continuation of the bhajans in some temples in Karnataka. Police deployment has been increased and Karnataka Government has said that it would issue guidelines on use of loudspeakers soon.
2. Chief Minister Basavaraj Bommai is in Delhi today. Though it is to meet potential investors ahead of Global Investors’ Meet later in the year, he is expected to meet BJP’s central leaders on Cabinet expansion.
3. Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike Chief Commissioner Tushar Girinath, who took over earlier this week, will review various development works in East Zone of Bengaluru today.
4. Karnataka State Brahmin Development Board to celebrate ‘Philosophers Day’ today with Chief Minister Basavaraj Bommai as chief guest at Banquet Hall, Vidhana Soudha, at 10 a.m.
5. Janata Party, Karnataka State unit, to file a complaint with Lokayukta regarding the statement of BJP MLA Basanagouda Patil Yatnal that he was asked to pay a bribe of ₹2,500 crore for the post of Chief Minister. Lokayukta Office.
6. AIDSO Bangalore District Committee will hold students’ protest against scandal in assistant lecturers’ recruitment process.
1. Mangaluru City South MLA D. Vedavyasa Kamath lays foundation stone for widening the stretch of a major road – Kankanady to Mangaladevi temple – between Koti Chennaya Circle and Marnamikatta Circle to a four-lane concrete road
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.