Here are the big stories from Karnataka today Karnataka Today newsletter: BJP welcomes JD(S) into NDA fold ahead of 2024 Lok Sabha elections, and more The Hindu · Sep 22, 2023
Dasara festivities to be simple and meaningful in view of drought in Karnataka The authorities had planned to celebrate the showpiece event in the cultural calendar of Karnataka in a grand manner this year, but the drought has dampened the mood in the State. The Hindu · Sep 22, 2023
Will abide by SC observation on V-C issue: Bengal Minister SC sets up search committee for V-Cs in 13 State-run univs in Bengal. Govt welcomes decision, will obey all directives. SC displeased with Chancellor, expressed concern for education system. Court to form search committee, State, Chancellor & UGC to give 3-5 nominees in a week. Govt sent letters to Governor,… The Hindu · Sep 16, 2023
Kerala govt working to identify area, source of first Nipah virus case KOZHIKODE: After identifying the man who was the patient zero or index case of the Nipah virus outbreak in Kerala, the state government on Saturday began looking for the source and place from where he got infected by seeking details of his mobile tower locations. The Times of India · Sep 16, 2023
TMC accuses Bengal Governor of working on behalf of BJP after Bose sends missives to State, Centre TMC, BJP accuse each other of interfering in higher edu. TMC accuses Governor of "deliberately adopting a confrontationist approach on behalf of the BJP" and of wanting a "plum posting in New Delhi as a reward". BJP accuses TMC of "humiliating the Governor" for trying to clean up the mess… The Hindu · Sep 10, 2023
BJP MP, MLA oppose celebration of ‘Mahisha Dasara’ in Chamundi Hills A day after the Organising Committee announced Mahisha Dasara celebration on October 13 ahead of Mysuru Dasara, Mysuru MP Pratap Simha and Krishnaraja MLA T.S. Srivatsa on Friday expressed their strong opposition to the celebration and urged the State government not to allow it to happen “since it will hurt… The Hindu · Sep 8, 2023
West Bengal prepares for science congress, promotes event widely West Bengal govt. urges edu. inst. to spread word on State Science & Tech. Congress in Feb. 2024. 6 Regional Congresses to be held Dec. 2023-Jan. 2024. Aim to encourage scientific temper, popularise science, identify research state, synergise research & encourage young scientists. The Hindu · Sep 8, 2023
Mamata’s ‘economic blockade’ comment | Teachers’ bodies voice concern, call for talks for permanent V-Cs Teachers' bodies voice concern over WB CM's comment on possible "economic blockade" of universities; call for talks between Raj Bhavan & State Govt for amicable solution. WBCUTA, JUTA & ABUTA urge both sides to sit for talks to end stalemate & ensure smooth functioning of educational institutions. CM's comments reflect… The Hindu · Sep 6, 2023
Shakthi impact: Private bus owners surrender their vehicles to RTO Private bus owners in Shivamogga surrendering vehicles due to Shakthi scheme, incurring loss of revenue to the tune of ₹90.03 lakh. The Hindu · Sep 6, 2023
Mamata threatens economic blockade of educational institutions if Governor continues to ‘interfere’ West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee threatens economic blockade of higher edu. institutions if Governor continues to interfere. She finds the developments "heart wrenching" & alleges Governor is holding back Bills passed by State Assembly. Calcutta HC ruled no illegality in Governor's orders. The Hindu · Sep 5, 2023
Drought-like situation, power crisis in Madhya Pradesh: CM Chouhan CM Chouhan appeals to people to pray for rain in Madhya Pradesh due to drought-like situation & power crisis. Govt making efforts to purchase power from other States and will leave no stone unturned to work for farmers' welfare. The Hindu · Sep 4, 2023
Madras High Court to examine all verdicts delivered by special courts for MP/MLA cases following complaints of illegalities Madras HC to review all special court verdicts in MP/MLA cases due to complaints of many corruption cases being withdrawn or watered down. Justice Venkatesh said the case of former CM O. Panneerselvam revealed a shocking tale of how the criminal justice system was “subverted” to ensure his release. He… The Hindu · Aug 31, 2023
Will cooperate with Bengal Government on what it does, not whatever it does: Governor Anand Bose Gov. Bose says, respect Chief Minister, but each must stay within constitutional provisions; cooperation with State Govt on what it does, not whatever it does; universities belong to students, must realize duty to them. The Hindu · Aug 29, 2023
BJP demands NIA probe into blast at Bengal’s illegal firecracker unit BJP's Suvendu Adhikari demanded NIA probe into blast at illegal firecracker factory in North 24 Parganas district, which killed nine. He also filed a PIL in Calcutta High Court and demanded CM's resignation. He alleged that local police knew about the factory but took no action. He also claimed that… The Hindu · Aug 28, 2023
The Hindu · Aug 25, 2023 Top developments from Kerala today Here are the top news developments from Kerala on August 25, 2023
The Hindu · Aug 21, 2023 Universities under no obligation to follow Common Syllabus: Governor Tamil Nadu Governor R.N. Ravi advises Vice-Chancellors of State Universities that they are free to design syllabi and not obligated to follow Common Syllabus designed by TN State Council for Higher Education. Educationists concerned about erosion of academic freedom and quality of education. UGC clarifies universities/autonomous colleges to design syllabi…
The Hindu · Aug 21, 2023 Congress MLA T.B. Jayachandra says NICE Road is infructuous, suggests Karnataka government take over project A voluminous 392-page report prepared and submitted to the State Government in December 2106 by a legislature panel headed by T.B. Jayachandra had indicted NICE for violation of the Framework Agreement (FWA), excess land acquisition, levying toll without laying a concrete road, and illegal mining, among other issues.
The Hindu · Aug 20, 2023 Release of water to T.N. : Farmers threaten to gherao Ministers Federation of Farmers’ Assoc. of Karnataka threatens to gherao Ministers if State Govt. does not halt release of Cauvery water to TN. President Kurubur Shanthakumar urges CM to call all-party meeting to protect interests of Karnataka's farmers. Farmers to hold protests if demands not met at Aug. 30 meeting. Opposes…
The Hindu · Aug 18, 2023 Significant rise in applications for liquor outlets Significant rise in applications for liquor outlets
The Hindu · Aug 18, 2023 Protests against release of water to TN Karnataka farmers protest release of Cauvery water to TN: KRRS, Karnataka Sena Pade stage demonstrations; farmers urge Govt to stop release, threaten State-wide agitation; Agri Min says Govt committed to protecting farmers' interests, releasing water to irrigation canals.
The Hindu · Aug 13, 2023 Outsourced employees’ JAC seeks regularisation, scrapping of agency system Outsourced employees’ JAC seeks regularisation, scrapping of agency system
The Hindu · Aug 9, 2023 Keraleeyam 2023’ from November 1 The State Government will organise ‘Keraleeyam 2023,’ a week-long festival starting on November 1, Keralappiravi day, to highlight the cultural heritage, agro-industrial progress and other achievements of the State, Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan said on Wednesday.
The Hindu · Aug 8, 2023 National Exit Test (NExT) to be made mandatory for BDS graduates for licence to practice and dental PG courses A common final-year undergraduate dental examination, to be known as the ‘National Exit Test (Dental)’ will be held for granting licence to practise dentistry. Any person with a foreign dental qualification will have to qualify NExT (Dental). The designated authority of the Union Government will conduct the common counselling for…
The Hindu · Aug 7, 2023 Karnataka government forms 4 special investigation teams to probe BBMP projects executed when BJP was in power The State Government set up these teams after receiving complaints about alleged irregularities like fake billing, violation of Karnataka Transparency in Public Procurement (KTPP) Act, poor quality of work, and impersonation.
The Hindu · Aug 6, 2023 Plea against HC verdict upholding caste survey in Bihar: SC to hear matter on August 7 SC to hear plea against HC verdict upholding validity of caste survey in Bihar on Aug 7; NGO, Nalanda resident challenge validity of survey, citing constitutional mandate