Karnataka Enforces Complete Plastic Ban in State-Run Temples
In a significant stride towards environmental sustainability, the Karnataka government has enforced a comprehensive ban on all plastic items within the premises of state-administered temples, effective August 15. The Muzrai Department launched an awareness campaign to ensure compliance, with Minister Ramalinga Reddy emphasizing the directive’s aim to foster cleanliness and environmental responsibility in sacred spaces.…
Citizens Rally Against Bengaluru’s Uncontrolled Urban Sprawl
Hundreds of concerned citizens converged at Bengaluru’s Freedom Park, staging a powerful protest against what they term ‘unplanned development’ plaguing the tech capital. The collective voiced strong opposition to the controversial Tunnel Road project, the proposed Greater Bengaluru Governance Act, and amendments threatening the city’s vital lake buffer zones. Protesters argued that the city is…
Environmentalists Mobilize Against Sharavathi Power Project
A fierce debate is unfolding in Karnataka as environmentalists in Shivamogga unite to oppose the ambitious Sharavathi Pumped Storage Project. Activists argue the proposed 2,000 MW power venture, estimated at over ₹10,200 crore, poses an existential threat to the ecologically fragile Western Ghats, a renowned biodiversity hotspot. Citing past damages by power corporations, conservationists are…
Malnad Region Grapples With Torrential Rains, Red Alert Issued
Life across Karnataka’s picturesque Malnad region has been severely impacted by relentless heavy rains, with the India Meteorological Department issuing a red alert for Chikkamagaluru and Shivamogga districts. The downpours have led to significant disruptions in daily activities and vehicular movement, while reservoir inflows remain critically high. Local authorities have been compelled to declare school…
Bengaluru Intensifies Crackdown on Unauthorised Buildings After Deadly Fire
Bengaluru’s rapid urban expansion faces a critical reckoning as authorities vow stringent action against illegal constructions. The move comes in the immediate aftermath of a tragic fire incident in Nagarathpete that claimed five lives, prompting the Deputy Chief Minister to announce notices for demolition or reinforcement of unpermitted structures across the city. This decisive response…
Farmers Plan Vidhana Soudha Siege Over Unmet Demands
Karnataka’s farming community is gearing up for a significant demonstration, with various farmers’ associations announcing a ‘Vidhana Soudha siege’ in Bengaluru on August 20. The protest aims to pressure the state government into addressing long-pending demands, including ensuring scientific pricing for agricultural produce, releasing pending incentives for dairy farmers, and rescinding contentious land reform and…
Karnataka Unveils New Education Policy with Two-Language Model and Major Reforms
Karnataka is poised to revolutionize its educational landscape with the introduction of a new state-specific education policy, set to replace the existing National Education Policy. Chief Minister Siddaramaiah announced key provisions, including a two-language model with an emphasis on Kannada or mother tongue up to Class 5, the establishment of 500 new Karnataka Public Schools,…
Karnataka Braces for Intense Rains: Red Alerts Issued for Coastal and Malnad Regions
Karnataka is bracing for a spell of intense rainfall, with the India Meteorological Department issuing red and orange alerts for several districts, particularly the coastal and Malnad regions. The heavy downpour has already caused significant disruption, including multiple landslips between Sakleshpur and Subrahmanya Road stations, leading to the diversion of at least two major train…
Dharmasthala Burial Probe Stalls Amidst Political Firestorm
The controversial Dharmasthala burial case has sparked a political uproar in Karnataka as ongoing excavations across 17 sites, identified by a key witness, have failed to yield any significant recovery. This lack of breakthrough has led to sharp exchanges and planned protests by opposition parties, accusing the state government of hurting religious sentiments and mismanaging…
Deadly Cylinder Blast Rocks Bengaluru, One Minor Dead
A suspected cylinder blast has brought tragedy to Bengaluru’s Wilson Garden area, resulting in the death of a minor and injuries to nine others. The powerful explosion caused extensive damage to several houses, prompting immediate response from emergency services and a visit from the Chief Minister, who announced compensation for the victims in the wake…
