Top news developments in Karnataka on September 14, 2023
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Top news developments in Karnataka on September 14, 2023
1. With the Cauvery water sharing issue heating up things between Karnataka and Tamil Nadu, Deputy Chief Minister and Water Resources Minister D.K. Shivakuamar is in New Delhi to discuss the issue with the legal team. Yesterday, Karnataka said that with water levels in dams of Cauvery basin areas plummeting, the State cannot release any more water without jeopardising its own drinking water situation.
2. In the wake of Nipah virus outbreak in Kerala, the Karnataka government has asked officials of Dakshina Kannada, Chamarajanagar districts bordering the neighbouring State to strengthen fever surveillance. The government said that those with fever, who have a travel history to Kerala and have come in direct contact with a person who tested positive for Nipah, should be considered as potentially vulnerable to the infection.
3. Confederation of Indian Industry, with the support of Department of Space, ISRO, IN-SPACe, and NSIL, has organised an international conference today. S. Somanath, Secretary, Department of Space, Chairman, ISRO, Dr. Pawan K. Goenka, Chairman, IN-SPACe, Sarah Storey, Deputy High Commissioner, Australian High Commission, Dr. R. Radhakrishnan, Chairman and Managing Director, NSIL, were among the participants at the inauguration at Taj West End on Race Course Road, at 9.45 a.m.
4. Ranga Samsthana is organizing a seminar on Dr. Bandlahalli Vijayakumar’s research work ‘Janapada geethegala chalanasheelate’. Former Deputy Chairman of Karnataka Legislative Council Puttanna inaugurated the seminar, held at Rajajinagar Composite Pre-University Degree College in Rajajinagar, at 10.30 a.m.
5. Silver Jubilee celebration of Kristu Jayanti College, Autonomous, Bengaluru, will be held today. K.J. George, Minister for Energy, Government of Karnataka will be the chief guest. Prof. Niranjan Vanalli, Vice-Chancellor, Bengaluru North University, will be the guest of honour. Fr. Dr. Abraham Vettiyankal CMI, Provincial St. Joseph Province, Kottayam, will deliver the presidential address. The event will be held in Jubilee Auditorium, Kristu Jayanti College campus, K. Narayanapura, Kothanur (Post), at 2 p.m.
6. Anant Nag film festival: Screening of Kannada film Bara, 10.30 a.m.; Hamsageete, 3 p.m., at Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan, Race Course Road. Screening of Hindi film Ankur, 3 p.m.; and English film Stumble, 6.30 p.m.; Suchitra Film Society, Banashankari II Stage.
National-level seminar is being held on clinical trials at Indian Council of Medical Research-National Institute of Traditional Medicine (ICMR-NITM) at Belagavi from 11 a.m. onwards.
Manipur Chief Minister N. Biren Singh on January 23, 2025, advised the indigenous peoples of the State to be alert to the problem of illegal immigration from Myanmar and Bangladesh.
Delhi sees a surge of 'Jai Shri Ram' flags as BJP intensifies campaign for Assembly election.
Rajasthan Assembly Speaker Vasudev Devnani hospitalized in Patna during national conference, discharged and flown back to Jaipur.
Kerala Literature Festival opens with Naseeruddin Shah and Parvathy Thiruvothu discussing art, literature, and life on stage.
Kerala High Court suggests exclusive authority like NGRBA for Periyar river conservation, pollution abatement, and monitoring.
Kochi Corporation seeks full control over entertainment tax, demands competent professionals, and urges changes in property tax collection.
Greater Chennai Corporation beautifies flyovers with green spaces, CCTV surveillance, and improved lighting, aiming to enhance pedestrian pathways.
More than 2.6 lakh village and ward volunteers in Andhra Pradesh, once celebrated as the government’s grassroots champions for their crucial role in implementing welfare schemes, are now in a dilemma after learning that their tenure has not been renewed after August 2023 even though they have been paid honoraria till June 2024. Disowned by both YSRCP, which was in power when they were appointed, and the current ruling TDP, which made a poll promise to double their pay, these former volunteers are ruing the day they signed up for the role which they don’t know if even still exists
Prussian Blue Art Hub's 15th anniversary show, Timepiece, showcases diverse paintings interpreting the theme of time uniquely.
Experience the evolution of Kochi's drinking culture at family-friendly restobars with Instagrammable interiors and curated menus.
Hyderabad City Police Annual Sports Meet 2025 featured various events, emphasizing the importance of sports for mental and physical fitness.
Study in India focuses on increasing lifejacket use to prevent drowning, highlighting water safety concerns and statistics.
Puducherry's hospitality sector growth attracts luxury brands, creating job opportunities and revenue potential for the region.
Director Magizh Thirumeni has opened up on how Tamil superstar Ajith Kumar reacted to the unfortunate news of the release of their upcoming film Vidaamuyarchi being postponed, from the festival day of Pongal
Tamil superstar Ajith Kumar has said that he would collaborate on multiple projects with his Vidaamuyarchi-maker Magizh Thirumeni, the director revealed on Thursday
Vellore police seize methanol from pharmacy and godowns in Old Town area, linked to hooch tragedy.
Police deploy in Thirumalpur village after youth set on fire dies, suspects arrested, investigation ongoing, no caste angle.
Rahul Gandhi urges Delhi residents to vote for Congress for real development, highlighting Sheila Dikshit's legacy and party's promises.