Top news developments in Karnataka on November 17, 2023
The Hindu
Top news developments in Karnataka on November 17, 2023
1. The BJP is set to hold state executive meeting, in the presence of central observers, to elect a Leader of Opposition, six months after the formation of the new government. The party recently appointed B.Y. Vijayendra as the new chief of the State unit ending months of speculation.
2. A day after hurling cash-for-post allegation against Chief Minister’s son Yathindra — strongly denied by the Chief Minister — JD(S) leader H.D. Kumaraswamy is expected to continue his attack.
3. University of Agricultural Sciences-Bengaluru is organising it’s annual agricultural fair, Krishi Mela 2023, from today till November 20. It is open to all. Chief Minister Siddaramaiah will inaugurate, Deputy CM D.K. Shivakumar, Member of Parliament D.V. Sadananda Gowda, Agriculture Minister N. Cheluvarayaswamy and Revenue Minister Krishna Byre Gowda will participate in the programme to be held on Gandhi Krishi Vijnana Kendra (GKVK) campus, at 11 a.m.
4. ISTE Student Chapter and Department of Mechanical Engineering, B.N.M. Institute of Technology, are organising a talk on “Continued learning for Corporate requirements” by Dr. Mahesh N.S., associate vice-president, consultant and professional trainer, Astutix Learning Private Limited, Bengaluru. The programme will be held in Seminar Hall, A215 Auditorium Building, BNMIT premises, 27th Cross, 12th Main Road, Banashankari II Stage, at 2 p.m.
5. Dr. S. Vidyashankara Samskruthika Pratistana is organising Vidyashankara award and Vidyashankara Purskara presentation ceremony. Kannada writer Dr. K. Marulasiddappa will inaugurate. The event will be held in Nayana Auditorium, Kannada Bhavana, Ravindra Kalakshetra complex, J.C. Road, at 6 p.m.
1. Chief Minister Siddaramaiah commences 2-day tour of Mysuru district.
2. Karnataka Rajya Raitha Sangha to hold a press meet today to ask political parties to focus on real issues of farmers.
Central government officials raise concerns over vague replies on vacancies and recruitments in Central ministries, highlighting data discrepancies.
Supreme Court directs five states to provide facts on illegal sand mining activities, emphasizing the need for control.
Vazhndhu Kattuvom scheme in Tiruchi district empowers women entrepreneurs through vocational training and e-commerce platforms for business growth.
Chennai airport passengers face challenges with defective trolley wheels, but improvements are underway by AAI officials.
J&K leaders oppose new railway lines cutting through agriculture and horticulture land in south Kashmir, citing ecological and livelihood concerns.
Preliminary study at IIT Madras' Vana Vani School raises concerns over unauthorized clinical trials on students.
Shortage of clinical psychologists in India due to discontinuation of MPhil program raises concerns about education and accreditation standards.
Producers of Tamil movie Amaran apologize for displaying student's number, leading to legal action and removal of scene.
Telangana Chief Minister initiates recruitment of transgender Traffic Assistants in Hyderabad Police for inclusivity and representation.
Forest Minister K. Ponmudy launches 60 mobile medical units for Cyclone Fengal relief in Villupuram district.
West Bengal police top brass reshuffled after Mamata Banerjee's displeasure, with officers reallocated to new roles.