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Karnataka Today newsletter: Mysuru’s first ‘Ironwoman’ summits Mount Everest, and more
The adventure sports fraternity in Mysuru is abuzz with reports of city’s ‘ironwoman’ Dr. Usha Hegde scaling Mount Everest, the world’s tallest peak. Less than five years after becoming the first woman from Mysuru to complete the Ironman Western Australia 2019 Triathlon in December 2019, Dr. Usha is believed to scaled the Mount Everest situated at a height of 29,031 feet on May 19.
Securing permission from the Nepalese authorities, Dr. Usha had begun her expedition in the first week of April this year, about six weeks ago, as part of a group. However, an official confirmation from the Nepalese authorities on her feat is still awaited. Dr. Usha descended from the peak and reached the Everest Base camp on May 20, and reached Kathmandu on May 21.
With a few spells of rain in Bengaluru exposing many civic issues — inundation of low-lying areas and bad roads — Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar visited flood-hit areas to inspect preparedness for monsoon on May 22. However, both were forced to wind up the city rounds due to rain.
The duo visited more than five flood-hit areas including the incomplete Ejipura flyover. At the flood-hit areas, CM Siddaramaiah enquired about the problem with the people and BBMP Chief Commissioner Tushar Giri Nath. He also gave a slew of directions to the officials to end flood-related problems. CM also rapped officials for leaving dry trees without axing.
In order to provide expert guidance and definitive care during medical emergencies for serving personnel and their families of the Indian Air Force (IAF) across the nation, an Emergency Medical Response System (EMRS), was inaugurated by Chief of Air Staff Air Chief Marshal V.R. Chaudhari at Command Hospital Air Force in Bengaluru.
The EMRS is a first-of-its-kind 24/7 telephonic medical helpline for serving IAF personnel and their families across India. According to IAF, the system aims to provide prompt response by a team of medical and paramedical professionals to the caller experiencing an emergency anywhere in India.
Four persons of a family were found dead in their house, due to suspected LPG cylinder leak, at Yarganahalli in Mysuru, Karnataka, on May 22. The deceased are Kumaraswamy, 45, his wife Manjula, 39, and their children Archana, 19, and Swathi, 17.
Community Health Officers in Vijayawada protest for reduced workload and continued incentives amid growing dissatisfaction over salary changes.
Telangana faces 13,929 healthcare vacancies, primarily in doctors and nurses, as recruitment efforts aim to address the shortage.
For most patients with TB who are severely underweight, nutritional support is an essential and not optional part of treatment
Family of custodial death victims demands harsh punishment for nine convicted policemen to prevent future abuses of power.
Rajinikanth refutes TVK leader's claims about DMK threats preventing his political entry, expressing gratitude to supportive political figures.
CM announces Cabinet Sub-Committee on Musi rejuvenation; rehabilitation for all displaced
Ramanathapuram identifies 145 polling stations as sensitive, ensuring security with paramilitary forces ahead of assembly elections, says DEO.
BJP Puducherry president V. P Ramalingam files nomination for Raj Bhavan, joined by Union Minister Mandaviya and Khushbu Sundar.
History-sheeter 'Thoppai' Ganesh shot dead by police in Chennai after attacking officers during attempted escape.
The government plans to amend the FCRA, introducing new regulations for NGO asset management and accountability for key functionaries.
The draft policy for “Responsible Digital Use Among Students”, released on Monday by the Department of Health and Family Welfare, has recommended that parents set structured routines with clear screen-time rules and prioritise privacy, safety, and open conversation with children on digital well-being.
Police Observer Sushant Kumar Saxena conducts surprise inspection at Shencottai police station, reviewing warrants and security arrangements ahead of elections.
Andhra Pradesh government to launch key projects in April, focusing on industrial growth and infrastructure development, says Nara Lokesh.