Top news developments in Karnataka on May 18, 2024
The Hindu
Top news developments in Karnataka on May 18, 2024
1. Today is the make-or-break match between Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Chennai Super Kings at Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru at 7.30 p.m. and cricket fans are hoping for clear skies. Bengaluru has been witnessing intermittent spells of rain. Though Bengalureans woke up to clear skies, the forecast for today by IMD says: “Generally cloudy sky. Light to moderate rain or thundershowers very likely towards evening or night in some areas.” RCB not only have to win but also ensure that their current run rate improves and is better than CSK to qualify.
2. Today is the birthday of Janata Dal (Secular) supremo H.D. Deve Gowda. Breaking his silence for the first time on the allegations of sexual abuse against his grandson and Hassan MP Prajwal Revanna, he said law will take its course in the case. However, he claimed that his son H.D. Revanna (father of Prajwal) was being ‘harassed’ by the Congress government. Meanwhile, Prime Minister Narendra Modi wished him on X and said, “He is respected across the political spectrum for his service to the nation. His passion towards agriculture and rural development are remarkable. Praying for his long and healthy life.”
3. Charaka Women’s Co-operative Society in collaboration with Desi Trust and Ragi Kana is organising ‘Uttariya’, a five-day series of events at Bangalore International Centre, Domlur. It started yesterday and goes on till May 22. An exhibition-cum-sale of handloom and handmade products is on today between 10.30 a.m and 8 p.m. Handwoven fabric, sarees, stoles and readymade garments by Desi, Tula and other brands will be on display. Handmade products made of natural fibres, such as wool, banana fiber, bamboo, and curated products from selected brands will be available.
1. Jackfruit Mela is being held at Balambhatta Hall, from 7 am to 7 p.m. today.
2. The actual work at the site of bowstring Railway Over Bridge (RoB) atop Mangaluru-Mumbai railway line of the Konkan Railway Corporation between Udupi and Manipal at Indrali has started, with the contractor assembling the steel girders on Thursday.
1. Department of Archaeology Museums and Heritage to celebrate International Museums Day, exhibition of coins to mark the occasion in Mysuru.
2. Deputy Commissioner K.V. Rajendra to inaugurate Desi Rice Mela at Nanjaraja Bahadhur Choultry in Mysuru. The exhibition is on today and tomorrow from 10 am to 8 p.m. It will showcase a slew of rice varieties, which are tottering on the brink of extinction.
Odisha Governor designate credits Atal Bihari Vajpayee for Kargil war success, golden quadrilateral, tribal ministry, and more.
Four years after the Union government launched the Svamitva scheme to digitise property records in rural areas, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will distribute 58 lakh property cards providing ‘Record of Rights’ to owners in over 50,000 villages across 12 States on Friday at a virtual event
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.