Top news developments in Karnataka on September 8, 2023
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Top news developments in Karnataka on September 8, 2023
1. Opposition BJP is holding protest, led by former Chief Minister B.S. Yediyurappa, against “anti-people policies” of State government at Freedom Park in Bengaluru.
2. Assessment of drought situation in various taluks of Karnataka continues. Cabinet meeting held on Thursday decided to take a final call on drought-hit taluks in the next meeting. Meanwhile, farmers continue to protest against release of Cauvery water to Tamil Nadu, as per Supreme Court directions, despite the prevailing dry spell in Karnataka. Meanwhile, former Chief Minister Basavaraj Bommai and local BJP leaders to visit KRS dam today from where Cauvery water is being released to Tamil Nadu.
3. Kamala Hampana Sahitya Vedike is organizing a book release programme today. Belaku Bittidavaru, written by Dr. Kamala Hampana, Prakrutha Katha Sahitya, written by Dr. Ham. Pa. Nagarajaiah, and The journey of Life, written by Prof. Prathibha Parshvanath, will be released. Chief Minister Siddaramaiah to participate in the programme at Mahadeva Desai auditorium, Gandhi Bhavan, on Kumarakrupa Road, from 12 noon.
4. B.M.S. College of Engineering is celebrating Teachers’ Day today. Dr. Vinod Kumar, Director, Promotion Directorate, IN-SPACe, will be the chief guest. The event will be held in indoor stadium, BMSCE campus, Bull Temple Road at 4 p.m.
1. Mysuru MP Pratap Simha to inspect work on Software Technology Park, being built at a cost of ₹24 crore, in industrial area.
2. Minister for Agriculture Cheluvarayaswamy to distribute mobile veterinary units and first aid kits in Mandya.
1. Mangaluru City Corporation Council goes for mayoral election today. The Regional Commissioner of Mysuru, Prakash, will conduct the election to the offices of Mayor and Deputy Mayor, and to elect members of four standing committees at noon.
Telangana Legislature's winter session on December 9, 2024 to focus on new legislation, rectifying past Acts, and addressing social indicators and financial issues.
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.