Top news developments from Karnataka on May 24, 2022
The Hindu
Here are the key news developments to watch out for from Karnataka today
1. While Congress has announced candidates for Legislative Council polls, BJP will be doing it today, since today is the last day to file nominations. The decision is said to be postponed because high command is yet to take a call on naming B.Y. Vijayendra, son of former Chief Minister B.S. Yediyurappa, though his name was recommended by the State unit.
2. Eight people have been killed and several injured in an accident involving a private bus and a truck near Hubballi late on Monday night.
3. Chief Minister Basavaraj Bommai and others are in Davos for World Economic Forum summit, where they have been meeting several companies for investments in Karnataka.
4. Federation of Dalit Associations is holding a press conference today regarding State Government’s decision to revise text books. Several Dalit groups have been opposing textbook revision on its alleged attempt at saffronisation and Brahminisation of curriculum.
5. Prajapita Brahma Kumaris Ishwariya Vishwa Vidyalaya is launching Kalp Taru, a national environmental project of Brahma Kumaris. Governor Thaawar Chand Gehlot is the chief guest. The event is at Vishwa Shanthi Raja Yoga Bhavan, Bannerghatta Road.
6. Energy Minister V Sunil Kumar will address a press conference today on issues pertaining to Energy Department.
Minister in charge of Mysuru district S T Somashekar to brief media today on the venue and preparations for the main event of International Day of Yoga on June 21 in which Prime Minister Narendra Modi is participating.
Gaurav Gogoi files nomination for Jorhat Assembly seat, marking his electoral debut in the upcoming Assam elections.
A round-up of events and programmes held at colleges in Tiruchi and other Cauvery delta districts
CPI(M) and Congress clash over accusations of aiding BJP, threatening the LDF-UDF duopoly ahead of Kerala Assembly polls 2026.
Shivamogga veterinarians demand accountability for the death of trainee vet Dr. Sameeksha Reddy, citing systemic failures in zoo administration.
BJP launches 'Mana Ooru–Mana Jenda' campaign on April 6 to strengthen grassroots connections and promote development in Andhra Pradesh.
Anuradha Jonnalagadda took over as in-charge Vice-Chancellor of the University of Hyderabad, focusing on continuity during the transition.
Telangana government awaits committee report on TGSRTC staff absorption, with decisions to be made at an appropriate time.
Telangana's revised pay scale implementation for employees will take timer. The tenure of Pay Revision Commission extended. Govt likely to take decision on reccomendation based on its report.
Vizianagaram's SP A.R. Damodar highlights 20 accident-prone areas and urges drivers to prioritize safety with helmets and seat belts.
Kerala HC stays disqualification of SNDP Yogam leaders, reversing a single judge's order regarding financial and regulatory compliance issues.
Karnataka announces daily supply of 10,000 LPG cylinders to hotels, easing the commercial shortage for the hospitality industry.
Malayalam superstar Mohanlal will be reuniting with filmmaker Priyadarshan, it was announced recently. It will mark the 100th film of Priyadarshan and is backed by Mohanlal’s longtime collaborator, Antony Perumbavoor
Gautham Vasudev Menon loses Madras High Court appeal, ordered to pay ₹4.25 crore to R.S. Infotainment with interest.