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Karnataka considering law against hate speech and online betting, says CM Siddaramaiah

BENGALURU: Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Saturday said that his government is seriously considering a law against hate speech added that discussions were on regarding enacting a law against online betting. The CM said this at the end of a two-day review meeting with Deputy Commissioners (DCs) of all districts and CEOs of all Zilla Panchayats here. I have said if anyone makes hate speech, action should be taken against them. We will bring a law against it. The government is seriously considering it, Siddaramaiah said. Speaking to reporters here, he said, Merciless action should be taken against those making hate speeches irrespective of how influential they are. Criminal cases should be filed against them. Reiterating that there is a direct relationship between law and order and development and that they should be ensured across the state, the CM said he has given strict instructions to the DCs and SPs to nip in the bud, the forces that disrupt the intentions and objectives of the Constitution. This statement has come in the wake of recent communal murders that have taken place in the coastal district of Dakshina Kannada. Regarding online betting, Siddaramaiah said Law Minister H K Patil and IT/BT Minister Priyank Kharge are discussing the action that needs to be taken in this regard and if there is need for a legislation. Based on what they suggest after the discussion, necessary action will be taken, he said. Youngsters are falling prey to the cricket betting, and activities such as gambling, matka should be strictly controlled in the districts, he further said, this menace should be curbed ruthlessly without giving in to any pressure. Also, instructions have been given to take strict action against those violating the law that has been enacted, aimed at protecting borrowers from harassment by microfinance institutions (MFIs), he said. Noting that about 700 child marriages took place in the state last year (2024-25), Siddaramaiah said he has instructed to ensure that child marriages don't happen at all at any cost. There are laws against child marriage. Preventing them is one part. It should also be ensured that they don't happen at any cost. Also child pregnancy cases should also be prevented, he said, adding that the officers at the grassroot level should be used to ensure that they are stopped in both urban and rural areas. Officials have been asked to bring down the Infant Mortality Rate and Maternal Mortality Rate in the state, he said. The DCs, CEOs and SPs are the three most important posts in the districts and these officers should leave their ego and work as a bridge between the government and the people. Only if there is coordination between these three, the development of the district is possible, he said.

The New Indian Express 31 May 2025 11:22 pm

Tolankere lake reels under stench from sewage-mixed water

The Times of India 31 May 2025 10:48 pm

Karnataka reports 58 new Covid-19 cases, one death; active tally rises to 238 - Daijiworld

Karnataka reports 58 new Covid-19 cases, one death; active tally rises to 238 Daijiworld

Google News 31 May 2025 10:43 pm

Seven-time MLA demands cabinet berth

The Times of India 31 May 2025 10:42 pm

HDMC meet on hosp handover inconclusive

The Times of India 31 May 2025 10:39 pm

GP member assaults cattle trader in Raibag taluk; held

The Times of India 31 May 2025 10:39 pm

Bengaluru Covid Death: Karnataka Toll Rises to 4 as 63-Year-Old Man Dies - Deccan Herald

Bengaluru Covid Death: Karnataka Toll Rises to 4 as 63-Year-Old Man Dies Deccan Herald

Google News 31 May 2025 10:20 pm

Bengaluru man dies, Covid death toll in Karnataka rises to four; active cases at 238 - Deccan Herald

Bengaluru man dies, Covid death toll in Karnataka rises to four; active cases at 238 Deccan Herald

Google News 31 May 2025 10:20 pm

Karnataka Raises Legal Age For Tobacco Products Purchase From 18 To 21, Increases Violation Fine - NDTV Profit

Karnataka Raises Legal Age For Tobacco Products Purchase From 18 To 21, Increases Violation Fine NDTV Profit

Google News 31 May 2025 9:58 pm

Doping charge: Karnataka High Court sets aside four-year ban imposed on national level basketball player Shashank Rai

Court terms actions of anti-doping agencies a classic illustration of breach of sample integrity and lacking in fair hearing

The Hindu 31 May 2025 9:26 pm

Doping Ban Quashed: Karnataka HC Says Pork, Not Steroid, Caused 19-NA in Athlete's Test - Deccan Herald

Doping Ban Quashed: Karnataka HC Says Pork, Not Steroid, Caused 19-NA in Athlete's Test Deccan Herald

Google News 31 May 2025 9:20 pm

Nodal officers to monitor CSR-funded public schools; diversion of corporate funds flagged

Some corporates are allocating CSR funds to NGOs in other States and taking back 50% of it in cash, says Shivakumar

The Hindu 31 May 2025 9:20 pm

Governor gets stuck inside lift at KSOU

The Hindu 31 May 2025 8:16 pm

Elevated road work to be completed before deadline, says MLA

MLA of Hubballi Dharwad Central Assembly Constituency Mahesh Tenginakai has said that keeping in mind the interests of the traders and business establishments, the height of the elevated road at Kittur Chennamma Circle had been increased by one metre and accordingly work was being executed.

The Hindu 31 May 2025 7:55 pm

Siddaramaiah directs CS to issue notices to DDPIs for poor show in SSLC results

The pass percentage of students in government schools during the 2025 SSLC exam was below 60 in many districts

The Hindu 31 May 2025 7:34 pm

Deepa Bhasthi felicitated in Madikeri

The Hindu 31 May 2025 7:25 pm

BMTCs Divya Darshan tour package a big draw on launch day - Public TV English

BMTCs Divya Darshan tour package a big draw on launch day Public TV English

Google News 31 May 2025 7:24 pm

Equipping youth with practical skills essential for building self-reliant, capable India: Governor - The Hindu

Equipping youth with practical skills essential for building self-reliant, capable India: Governor The Hindu

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5 Best Stargazing Spots To Explore Near Mysuru - india.com

5 Best Stargazing Spots To Explore Near Mysuru india.com

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D K Shivakumar flags 'illegal' CSR donation practice by corporates in Karnataka - Deccan Herald

D K Shivakumar flags 'illegal' CSR donation practice by corporates in Karnataka Deccan Herald

Google News 31 May 2025 6:48 pm

B. Shankaranand was a proud son of Belagavi: Prabhakar Kore

Former minister B. Shankaranand was a proud son of Belagavi district who brought fame to Belagavi by taking it to the national level, former Rajyasabha member and Chairman of KLE Society Prabhakar Kore has said.

The Hindu 31 May 2025 6:28 pm

Covid-19: Wear masks in crowded places, maintain physical distancing, says Karnataka govt - Hindustan Times

Covid-19: Wear masks in crowded places, maintain physical distancing, says Karnataka govt Hindustan Times

Google News 31 May 2025 6:26 pm

NIA charge sheets three Maoist guerrillas in 2023 Kerala forest office attack

NIA charge sheets three Maoist guerrillas in 2023 Kerala forest office attack New Delhi: Three Maoists guerillas from the Kabani Dalam squad were named in the charge sheet filed by the National Investigation Agency (NIA) in a Special Kerala court in connection with the armed attack on the Kerala Forest Department Corporation (KFDC) office at [] The post NIA charge sheets three Maoist guerrillas in 2023 Kerala forest office attack appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

Mangalorean 31 May 2025 4:57 pm

Many Bengalureans are trying digital fasting

The Times of India 31 May 2025 4:57 pm

Incessant rain hits life in Jammu and Kashmir

Incessant rain hits life in Jammu and Kashmir Srinagar: Normal life across Jammu and Kashmir was adversely affected on Saturday due to incessant rain as mountain passes were closed due to fresh snowfall/landslides. Authorities shut all primary schools in Rajouri district due to incessant rain and thunderstorms. Mountain passes to Gurez in Bandipora district and [] The post Incessant rain hits life in Jammu and Kashmir appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

Mangalorean 31 May 2025 4:31 pm

Karnataka notifies legislation raising age to buy tobacco to 21, prohibiting their use in public - Hindustan Times

Karnataka notifies legislation raising age to buy tobacco to 21, prohibiting their use in public Hindustan Times

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How Bluru apartments are managing sanitary waste

The Times of India 31 May 2025 4:11 pm

Disproportionate assets case: Lokayukta raids Karnataka govt officials properties in 7 districts

Disproportionate assets case: Lokayukta raids Karnataka govt officials properties in 7 districts Bengaluru: The Karnataka Lokayukta conducted simultaneous raids on Saturday across seven districts in the state, at the residences and properties of several government officials in connection with the disproportionate assets case. The raids are underway in Udupi, Gadag, Dharwad, Belagavi, Bagalkot, Ballari, and [] The post Disproportionate assets case: Lokayukta raids Karnataka govt officials properties in 7 districts appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

Mangalorean 31 May 2025 4:02 pm

Kamal Haasans Thug Life Faces Heat in Karnataka Over Language Row - newskarnataka.com

Kamal Haasans Thug Life Faces Heat in Karnataka Over Language Row newskarnataka.com

Google News 31 May 2025 4:01 pm

6 Karnataka Air Squadron NCC, Mangalore conducts ATC 2025 at St Joseph Engineering College - Daijiworld

6 Karnataka Air Squadron NCC, Mangalore conducts ATC 2025 at St Joseph Engineering College Daijiworld

Google News 31 May 2025 4:00 pm

Karnataka government bans smokeless tobacco products to protect 'public health' - Hindustan Times

Karnataka government bans smokeless tobacco products to protect 'public health' Hindustan Times

Google News 31 May 2025 3:31 pm

Dont indulge in CSR fraud: DK Shivakumar to Karnataka corporate entities - Mangalorean.com

Dont indulge in CSR fraud: DK Shivakumar to Karnataka corporate entities Mangalorean.com

Google News 31 May 2025 3:07 pm

Covid-19: Cough, cold or fever? Karnataka schools told to send home students with such symptoms - The South First

Covid-19: Cough, cold or fever? Karnataka schools told to send home students with such symptoms The South First

Google News 31 May 2025 2:43 pm

Don't make excuses like shortage of teachers...: Karnataka CM directs officials to expedite work in education sector - The News Mill

Don't make excuses like shortage of teachers...: Karnataka CM directs officials to expedite work in education sector The News Mill

Google News 31 May 2025 2:33 pm

Karnataka SSLC Results: CM Orders Action Over Poor District Pass Rates - Deccan Herald

Karnataka SSLC Results: CM Orders Action Over Poor District Pass Rates Deccan Herald

Google News 31 May 2025 2:28 pm

Karnataka issues fresh Covid-19 guidelines for schools ahead of reopening. Check details here - Hindustan Times

Karnataka issues fresh Covid-19 guidelines for schools ahead of reopening. Check details here Hindustan Times

Google News 31 May 2025 2:12 pm

Dinesh Gundu Rao bats for strong policing, permanent peace in coastal Karnataka - Daijiworld

Dinesh Gundu Rao bats for strong policing, permanent peace in coastal Karnataka Daijiworld

Google News 31 May 2025 1:55 pm

Kamal Haasan Faces Ban in Karnataka Over Kannada Language Row, Minister Demands Apology | Thug Life - Times of India

Kamal Haasan Faces Ban in Karnataka Over Kannada Language Row, Minister Demands Apology | Thug Life Times of India

Google News 31 May 2025 1:31 pm

Hate and Communalism return to haunt Coastal Karnataka | LME 76 - The News Minute

Hate and Communalism return to haunt Coastal Karnataka | LME 76 The News Minute

Google News 31 May 2025 1:27 pm

Karnataka rains: 67 dead as state receives 150% above normal rainfall - WION

Karnataka rains: 67 dead as state receives 150% above normal rainfall WION

Google News 31 May 2025 12:03 pm

Bishop Peter Paul Blesses Renovated Chapel at Bishops House, Kodialbail

Bishop Peter Paul Blesses Renovated Chapel at Bishops House, Kodialbail Chapel of Our Lady of Sorrows shines anew with beauty, devotion, and history Mangalore: On the solemn feast of the Visitation of the Blessed Virgin Mary, the Most Rev. Dr Peter Paul Saldanha, Bishop of Mangalore, blessed the newly renovated chapel of Our Lady of [] The post Bishop Peter Paul Blesses Renovated Chapel at Bishops House, Kodialbail appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

Mangalorean 31 May 2025 11:52 am

Karnataka headmaster demands more classrooms, gets suspended - The News Minute

Karnataka headmaster demands more classrooms, gets suspended The News Minute

Google News 31 May 2025 11:46 am

Karnataka hikes fine for public tobacco use to Rs 1,000; buyers must be 21 years - mangaloretoday.com

Karnataka hikes fine for public tobacco use to Rs 1,000; buyers must be 21 years mangaloretoday.com

Google News 31 May 2025 11:36 am

Karnataka enforces stricter tobacco rules: Fine raised to Rs 1,000, legal age increased to 21 - Daijiworld

Karnataka enforces stricter tobacco rules: Fine raised to Rs 1,000, legal age increased to 21 Daijiworld

Google News 31 May 2025 10:33 am

Karnataka Minister Calls for Ban on All Kamal Haasan Films After Actor Declines to Apologise Over Kannada Remark Controversy - BizzBuzz

Karnataka Minister Calls for Ban on All Kamal Haasan Films After Actor Declines to Apologise Over Kannada Remark Controversy BizzBuzz

Google News 31 May 2025 10:24 am

Decision to suspend teacher who sought more classrooms comes under fire in Karnataka

Teacher claims school has 150 students from class one to seven, but only two rooms

The Hindu 31 May 2025 9:59 am

Shobha slams Congress government, says Karnatakas image dented in Delhi

BENGALURU: In a scathing attack on the Congress government in Karnataka, Union Minister of State for MSME Shobha Karandlaje on Friday said that there was a complete law and order collapse in the state and that was damaging its image at the national level. Dakshina Kannada in-charge minister Dinesh Gundu Rao says that Muslims are not protected in the district. Is he the minister in-charge of protecting one particular community? The present regime is soon going to make Karnataka a goon state. In Delhi, people ask me what is happening in Karnataka, and we are dumbfounded. Under the leadership of Siddaramaiah, DK Shivakumar, and Dr G Parameshwara, law and order has collapsed, she told reporters in the backdrop of back-to-back murders in Dakshina Kannada . The government has given guarantees to people, but there is no guarantee for their life, she said. In a veiled attack on DyCM Shivakumar, she alleged Ramanagara has been renamed as Bengaluru South district to help the real estate mafia. The sad part is no efforts are being made to fix Bengalurus traffic issues. Metro should have been underground that did not happen. Taxpayers are suffering because a garbage cess will be collected. Brand Bengaluru is just on the papers, she said. She also hit out at Shivakumar for his alleged statement that the people of Dakshina Kannada are frontrunners in availing guarantees but not in voting for the Congress. The Congress should have declared that it will give guarantees only to Congress voters, she added.

The New Indian Express 31 May 2025 9:54 am

Firm on implementing new labour codes: Karnataka minister Shobha

BENGALURU: Union Minister of State for Labour and Employment, Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) Shobha Karandlaje here on Friday said the Centre is committed to implement the new labour codes. The four codes are on wages, industrial relations, social security and the occupational safety, health and working conditions. Some trade unions have differences among themselves, and communist trade unions contradict the codes. The PM and the Minister for Labour and Employment, Mansukh Mandaviya, were prepared for discussions to clear the doubts. If some disagree with the codes for political reasons, we are helpless, she said. Karandlaje said Karnataka labour minister Santhosh Lad had attended the three-day meeting of the stakeholders in New Delhi. But she regretted that the Karnataka small-scale industries minister did not turn up for meetings on the MSMEs. She said the policy on the welfare of the gig workers is in the making and Mandaviya has held a meeting with the aggregators. The minister, while referring to a Sullia town youth committing suicide because of the fraudsters who promised him a job in Germany but sent him to Thailand, advised youths only to apply with the companies registered with the governments official portal. On Asyushman health card facilities, she said that the patients can take treatment at the private hospitals empanelled as ESI will pay for it. In Doddaballapura, we have set up an ESI hospital by investing Rs 150 crore but the state government is not ready to take over due to a lack of specialist doctors, she said. Karandlaje said the NSIC technical services training centre will be set up in Peenya as Karnataka has given 12,000 square feet of land. The Peenya Centre will offer training programmes on AI and aeronautics.

The New Indian Express 31 May 2025 9:40 am

Will submit written apology to Kalaburagi DC: BJP MLC Ravi Kumar

KALABURAGI: BJP MLC and Chief Whip of the Opposition in the Council N Ravi Kumar has said that he would follow the directives of the Karnataka High Court over his alleged derogatory remarks against Kalaburagi Deputy Commissioner Fouzia Taranum. Speaking to TNIE over the phone on Friday, Ravi Kumar said that while hearing a petition filed by him seeking directives to withdraw the FIR registered against him at Station Bazar Police Station in Kalaburagi, the HC directed him to cooperate with the investigating agency and to tender an apology to the DC. At a BJP protest in Kalaburagi on May 24, Ravi Kumar had accused the DC of working on the orders of the Congress and had allegedly said, She seems to have come from Pakistan. Ravi Kumar said that he has the highest respect for the judiciary and he has always cooperated with probe agencies. The MLC further said that he would submit an apology letter to the DC through his advocate in a day or two. Meanwhile, Jewargi MLA Dr Ajay Singh has hit out at Ravi Kumar for his remarks on the Deputy Commissioner. The post of the DC is a constitutional post, and everybody should respect it, Singh said, urging Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot to take steps to cancel the membership of Ravi Kumar from the Council.

The New Indian Express 31 May 2025 9:38 am

Kamal always speaks highly of Kannada: Actor Shivarajkumar

BENGALURU: Kannada actor Shivarajkumar has broken his silence on the ongoing controversy surrounding actor Kamal Haasans recent remarks about the Kannada language . Speaking at a recent public event -- clips of which are now widely circulating online -- the senior actor stated that Kamal Haasan is aware of what he said and will respond in due time. He added that Kamal has always spoken highly of Kannada and expressed deep admiration for Bengaluru. The controversy began during the audio launch of Kamal Haasans upcoming film Thug Life in Chennai. With Shivarajkumar seated in front of him, Kamal remarked, Tamil gave birth to Kannada, a statement that sparked widespread backlash in Karnataka. Even Chief Minister Siddaramaiah criticised the comment, urging Kamal to better understand the history of the Kannada language. Addressing the issue, Shivarajkumar said at the public event, I am a huge fan of Kamal sir. I grew up watching him. People may ask, Why should I admire someone else when I have my own father (Dr Rajkumar)? My father is family, but I also have immense respect for Kamal sir, and Im inspired by him. He knows what he said, and he will give his response. He also mentioned, I attended the audio launch. Honestly, I dont know what happened there. Shivarajkumar noted that Kamal had visited Bengaluru after making the controversial remark, and yet no one questioned him about it at the time.

The New Indian Express 31 May 2025 9:31 am

Action against officers failing to curb anti-social elements: Karnataka CM

BENGALURU: Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah warned the deputy commissioners (DCs) and superintendents of police (SPs) that action will be taken against them if they fail to curb anti-social elements disturbing peace and harmony in society. Siddaramaiah directed the officials to take stern action against anyone violating the laws, no matter how influential they are. Addressing a review meeting, the CM said that if law and order deteriorate, it will have an impact on development, as both are inextricably linked. Siddaramaiah said that the DCs and SPs will be directly held responsible for maintaining law and order in their districts. The CM said that the DCs are the heads of the district-level peace committees and they should take preventive measures to maintain peace and harmony, and not just do the post-mortem of the situation after the violence. The CM also expressed concern over child marriages in the state and asked why they are not coming to the notice of district-level officers. In 2024-25, there were reports of 700 child marriages and it has come to his notice that FIRs were not registered in many instances, the CM said, adding that child marriage in the districts shows that the officials have failed to prevent them. He directed the officials to take stern action in POCSO cases. The CM also asked the officials to pay surprise visits to schools, hostels, and other offices, every month and ensure that the junior officials are working efficiently. The officials should meet the people coming to their offices and try to address their problems, he said, adding that district in-charge secretaries must visit the districts at least twice a month to review development works. He said that the Union Government is yet to release Rs 1400 crore under the MGNREGA and directed the officials to take appropriate measures to get the funds released as the last months wages are yet to be paid.

The New Indian Express 31 May 2025 9:10 am

MSP centres must be open beyond fixed time: Karnataka HC

BENGALURU: The Karnataka High Court directed deputy commissioners of respective districts, who are also chairpersons of the District Minimum Support Price (MSP) Task Force, to take up a scientific study to assess the nature of crops cultivated and estimated quantities of foodgrains likely to be brought by farmers to procurement centres before determining the number and location of such centres. This is one of the four directions issued by the division bench of Chief Justice NV Anjaria and Justice KV Aravind on May 28 while disposing of a PIL filed by Rait Sena Karnataka from Dharwad. The petitioner had sought directions to the state government to operate procurement centres across the state throughout the year, to enable farmers to sell their produce at MSP. The court directed that if existing procurement centres are found to be insufficient, DCs should ensure that adequate additional centres are set up within the procurement period. With harvesting now extending beyond the traditional seasons, and to ensure that farmers are adequately remunerated through MSP, the court directed the state government to set up at least one procurement centre in each taluk for two months beyond the procurement period fixed by the central government. It could be at the discretion of the state government, it directed. The petitioner contended that farmers are facing hardships as procurement centres are not working throughout the year. As these centres function only for a limited period, farmers are compelled to sell their produce to middlemen at rates lower than MSP, they added.

The New Indian Express 31 May 2025 9:08 am

Karnataka raises age for tobacco purchase to 21

BENGALURU: The Karnataka government on Friday completely banned hookah bars, raised the legal age for buying tobacco products from 18 to 21 years, and increased the maximum fine for violations under tobacco control laws from Rs 200 to Rs 1,000. A government order notifying the changes was issued on Friday, after President Droupadi Murmu gave her assent to the Karnataka-specific amendment to the central tobacco control law on May 23. The revised law The Cigarettes and Other Tobacco Products (Prohibition of Advertisement and Regulation of Trade and Commerce, Production, Supply and Distribution) (Karnataka Amendment) Act, 2024 was published in the Karnataka Gazette on May 30. Fine for public tobacco use hiked to Rs 1,000 The amendment applies to the Central COTPA Act, 2003 and makes it more stringent in its application within Karnataka. Under the new provisions, Section 4 of the Act has been replaced to state that the use of tobacco products including smoking and spitting is prohibited in any public place. However, the law clarifies that in hotels with 30 or more rooms, restaurants with a seating capacity of 30 or more, and in airports, a designated smoking area may be provided. The state has introduced a new Section 4A that bans the opening or running of hookah bars anywhere in Karnataka. Section 6 of the Act has also been substituted. The sale of cigarettes or other tobacco products is now prohibited to anyone under 21 years of age. The fine for violations is now Rs 1,000.

The New Indian Express 31 May 2025 9:06 am

Flood warning in Kabini, KRS dam filling up fast

MYSURU: With the Kabini river in spate owing to incessant rain in Keralas Wayanad region, the irrigation department in Karnataka has issued a flood warning appealing to people residing in low-lying areas along the riverbank to move to safer places along with their valuables and cattle, as the discharge from the Kabini reservoir is expected to be increased. As of Friday, the water level in the reservoir stood at 2,278.7 ft as against the maximum 2,284 ft. With just six feet left for the dam to reach its full capacity, irrigation officials have discharged 5,000 cusecs into the river. The inflow stands at 15,500 cusecs. Meanwhile, the water level in Krishnaraja Sagar across the Cauvery in Mandya district stood at 101 ft as against the maximum 124.8 ft. The inflow into the dam was 19,448 cusecs and the outflow was 670 cusecs. The water level in the KRS has increased by 10 ft in the last two days following heavy rain in Kodagu district. Meanwhile, Dhanushkoti Falls at Chunchanakatte in KR Nagar taluk is back to life owing to heavy rain in the Cauvery catchment area. This is the first time in 19 years that the waterfall is in its full glory in the month of May.

The New Indian Express 31 May 2025 9:05 am

Kamal Haasan's Thug Life To Face Ban In Karnataka After Actor Refuses To Apologise For His Kannada Language Remark - news24online.com

Kamal Haasan's Thug Life To Face Ban In Karnataka After Actor Refuses To Apologise For His Kannada Language Remark news24online.com

Google News 31 May 2025 8:56 am

67 dead as record-breaking rainfall batters Karnataka, over 19 lakh at risk: Report - MSN

67 dead as record-breaking rainfall batters Karnataka, over 19 lakh at risk: Report MSN

Google News 31 May 2025 8:46 am

HC issues directions to Karnataka for maintenance of water sources

BENGALURU: The Karnataka High Court issued a series of directions to the state government on periodic scientific maintenance of water storage plants, underground and overhead tanks, pipelines and borewells, and Reverse Osmosis Plants (RO), to ensure the treatment of drinking water as per the standard scientific norms and formula across the state to supply contamination-free drinking water. It directed the state to maintain records of scheduled maintenance activities as there are no such records and to submit them to the court whenever called for. Directing the state government to prepare a comprehensive Standard Operating Procedure (SOP), based on its directions, and to issue directions to DCs to oversee and ensure maintenance of drinking water sources, a division bench of Chief Justice NV Anjaria and Justice KV Aravind directed that the maintenance of RO plants should be witnessed and acknowledged by elected representative of the panchayat or local body and by the headmaster or headmistress of a nearby government school. The court passed the order on May 28 while disposing of a PIL by Tumakuru-based advocate Ramesh Naik L, seeking directions to the state government to take steps to supply contamination-free drinking water in various districts, including Tumakuru, where water contains excessive levels of fluoride. He stated that there is neither proper maintenance nor adequate supply of drinking water. Residents are facing acute hardships due to lack of access to safe drinking water, he stated. He prayed to the high court to issue directions to the state government to undertake a review of drinking water sources and to ensure timely maintenance of pipelines and water storage facilities. On underground and overhead tanks, the court said the state should issue guidelines specifying scientifically determined periodic maintenance. For pipelines and borewells, it said whenever a leakage is detected, it must be addressed with priority. Any delay by the authorities would endanger public health. Such dereliction of duty in maintaining pipelines is nothing short of a criminal act, it said. For ROs, it said the state should issue comprehensive guidelines prescribing intervals at which maintenance of RO plants should be conducted. All non-functional RO plants should be restored to full working condition within a month of this order, it stated.

The New Indian Express 31 May 2025 8:42 am

Kannada literary icon Venkatesh Murthy passes away at 81

BENGALURU: Renowned Kannada writer and lyricist H S Venkatesh Murthy passed away in Bengaluru on Friday. The State Government has ordered that his last rites will be performed with full police honours. Murthy, who was suffering from ill health, breathed his last at 7.15 am at BGS Hospital in Kengeri. He was 81. Murthy enriched the richness of the Kannada literary world through his lyrical songs. He was the recipient of hundreds of honours including the Kannada Rajyotsava Award, the Central Sahitya Academy Award, and the State Sahitya Academy Awards. He was awarded the Bal Puraskar by Sahitya Akademi in 2013. The deceased, who is popularly addressed by his initials, HSV was survived by four sons. Murthy is also credited for his works on children which include songs, plays, rhymes, and stories. One of his childrens stories, Chinnari Mutha, was adapted into a national award-winning film. The Kannada literary, art and cultural circles have expressed deep condolences on the death of Murthy. Chief Minister Siddaramaiah said that the death of a veteran writer is painful. The world is poorer due to the passing away of him, a distinguished writer who was involved in various genres of literature such as poetry, drama, childrens literature, translation, essays, and novels and had a huge readership. I pray that the soul of the deceased may rest in peace. My condolences to his bereaved family, he said. Kannada and Culture Department minister Shivaraj Tangadagi said that the demise of Murthy, a representative of the grand tradition of Kannada poetic songs, has come as a great shock to the world of Kannada poetry. The news of the demise of the renowned Kannada poet, playwright, and litterateur Prof. H.S. Venkatesh Murthy is shocking. He has made an immense contribution to the Kannada language and culture through his literary works. Not only that, his service in genres such as poetry, drama, essay, novel, translation, childrens literature, and criticism is significant said State Industries Minister MB Patil. Union Minister H D Kumaraswamy has expressed grief over HSVs death and said the poet made an unforgettable contribution to the literary world in many dimensions. Similarly, BJP state president BY Vijayendra also has mourned the death of the poet. A delightful career Born: June 23, 1944 Place: Hodigere, Channagiri taluk, Davanagere Education: He moved to Bengaluru completed his higher students at Bangalore University Professional life: He used to teach Kannada at St Josephs Commerce College, and retired in 2000 Famous poetries: Parivritta, Bagilu, Badiva Janagalu, Saugandhika, and Moovattu Malegaala Plays and drama: Hejjegalu, Ondu Sainika Vruttanta, and Agnivarna

The New Indian Express 31 May 2025 8:40 am

Karnataka reports third Covid-19 fatality amid rise in cases - Hindustan Times

Karnataka reports third Covid-19 fatality amid rise in cases Hindustan Times

Google News 31 May 2025 8:29 am

67 dead as record-breaking rainfall batters Karnataka, over 19 lakh at risk: Report - Hindustan Times

67 dead as record-breaking rainfall batters Karnataka, over 19 lakh at risk: Report Hindustan Times

Google News 31 May 2025 8:02 am

Karnataka gears up to launch aviation academy at Shivamogga airport - newskarnataka.com

Karnataka gears up to launch aviation academy at Shivamogga airport newskarnataka.com

Google News 31 May 2025 7:58 am

Kamal Haasans Films Will Ban If Warns Karnataka Minister Amid Kannada-Tamil Row - Newsx

Kamal Haasans Films Will Ban If Warns Karnataka Minister Amid Kannada-Tamil Row Newsx

Google News 31 May 2025 7:48 am

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