Top news developments in Karnataka on November 10, 2022
The Hindu
Here are the key news developments to watch out for from Karnataka today
1. Bengaluru is getting ready for Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit tomorrow to participate in a slew of events, including opening of Terminal 2 of Kempegowda International Airport and unveiling of Kempegowda statue on its premises. BBMP is busy repairing all pothole-ridden roads and sprucing up the city, while Chief Minister Basavaraj Bommai and other ministers are inspecting the sites that the PM is visiting. With elections in mid-2023, the visit is regarded as politically significant for the BJP government in Karnataka that has over the last two years faced many controversies.
2. School of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences, Reva University, is organising United Nations SDG#5 Gender Equality initiative today. Transgender activist Dr. Akkai Padmashali will speak on gender inclusivity and diversity followed by a theatre performance by Naayana J. Sooda, on the life of Dr. Akkai Padmashali, written and directed by Dr. Beluru Raghunandan. Event is at Kuvempu auditorium, Reva University premises, Kattigenahalli, from 10.30 a.m. onwards.
3. Telugu Vignana Samithi, Bengaluru, is celebrating its 70th foundation day. A biography on freedom fighter Alluri Satyanarayana Raju will be released. Former Vice President of India M. Venkaiah Naidu will be the chief guest. Venue: Sri Krishnadevaraya Kalamandira, Vyalikaval, at 5.30 p.m.
1. Home Minister Araga Jnanendra to inaugurate three police station buildings, and the new administrative office building of the Police Training Academy in Mysuru
2. Mysuru MP Pratap Simha to hold discussions with the Gati Shakti unit of the railways about projects that can be fast-tracked.
3. Workshop on New Education Policy by the Department of Economics and Department of Cooperation of the University of Mysore today.
Chanila Thimmappa Shetty, new chairman of Karnataka Coastal Development Authority, will take charge in the authority’s office in Mangaluru today at 11 a.m.
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.
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Mettur dam water level at 119.49 feet, inflow 2,711 cusecs, discharge 500 cusecs, near full capacity.