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Bengaluru Unveils Grandeur at Independence Day Parade
Bengaluru marked its 79th Independence Day with an impressive display of patriotic fervor at the Field Marshal Manekshaw Parade Ground. The grand celebration featured a ceremonial march-past by police and armed forces, vibrant cultural presentations by students showcasing Karnataka’s rich heritage, and for the first time, Aadhaar-linked e-passes facilitated widespread public participation, underscoring the state’s…
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Poisoned Peacocks: Fungicide Blamed in Tragic Karnataka Wildlife Deaths
A grim discovery has shaken wildlife conservationists in Karnataka as forensic tests confirmed that a lethal fungicide was responsible for the recent mass deaths of peacocks in a village. The revelation points to a concerning trend of wildlife poisoning incidents in the state, prompting urgent calls for stricter environmental oversight and protection measures. [18]
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Karnataka Charts New Course with State-Specific Education Policy
Karnataka is forging a new path in education with Chief Minister Siddaramaiah announcing plans for a comprehensive state-specific education policy. This landmark initiative aims for the holistic development of youth, coupled with significant upgrades to colleges, the establishment of new technical institutions, and the rollout of 500 new Karnataka Public Schools, promising a brighter future…
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Karnataka CM Accuses Centre of Resource Bias, Touts Robust State Economy
In a stirring Independence Day address, Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah fiercely countered claims of fiscal mismanagement, asserting the state’s economy remains robust despite alleged discrimination in resource allocation from the Centre. He highlighted the ‘Karnataka Model of Development’ and globally recognized guarantee schemes as pillars of the state’s financial resilience. [2, 3, 21]
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Elephant-Human Conflict Escalates: 97 Fatalities in Karnataka
Environment and Forest Minister Eshwar Khandre has revealed a grim statistic in the Karnataka Legislative Assembly: wild elephants have been responsible for the deaths of 97 people across the state over the past three years. The minister further stated that the government has disbursed ₹13.65 crore in compensation to the victims’ families, underscoring the severe…
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Karnataka Assembly Erupts in Heated Debate Over Fertilizer Scarcity
The Karnataka Legislative Assembly descended into pandemonium on Wednesday as a debate concerning the alleged scarcity of fertilizers escalated into a furious exchange between ruling Congress and opposition BJP members. The session saw legislators engage in personal attacks, prompting the Speaker to intervene and call for introspection on maintaining the dignity of the House amidst…
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Karnataka Imposes Sweeping Plastic Ban in Temples, Bengaluru Faces Dry Days
In a significant move towards environmental sustainability, the Karnataka government, through its Muzrai Department, has declared a complete prohibition on plastic within all state-run temples effective August 15. This directive aims to foster cleaner, more responsible religious spaces. Concurrently, Bengaluru is gearing up for a two-day alcohol ban on August 15 and 16, coinciding with…
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Hubballi Poised for Electronic SEZ, Boosting North Karnataka Economy
In a significant development for regional economic growth, the central government has officially approved a proposal by Aequs Infra’s Hubballi Durable Goods Cluster Pvt Ltd to establish a Special Economic Zone (SEZ) for electronic components in Hubballi. Union Minister Pralhad Joshi hailed the announcement as a matter of immense pride and joy for North Karnataka,…
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Hubballi Poised for Electronic SEZ, Boosting North Karnataka Economy
In a significant development for regional economic growth, the central government has officially approved a proposal by Aequs Infra’s Hubballi Durable Goods Cluster Pvt Ltd to establish a Special Economic Zone (SEZ) for electronic components in Hubballi. Union Minister Pralhad Joshi hailed the announcement as a matter of immense pride and joy for North Karnataka,…
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Hubballi Poised for Electronic SEZ, Boosting North Karnataka Economy
In a significant development for regional economic growth, the central government has officially approved a proposal by Aequs Infra’s Hubballi Durable Goods Cluster Pvt Ltd to establish a Special Economic Zone (SEZ) for electronic components in Hubballi. Union Minister Pralhad Joshi hailed the announcement as a matter of immense pride and joy for North Karnataka,…
