Top news developments in Karnataka on January 13, 2024
The Hindu
Top news developments in Karnataka on January 13, 2024
1. Chief Minister Siddaramaiah is in north Karnataka today attending two big events. One is Halumatha cultural festival, which is an event in Raichur district organised by the Kuruba community to which he belongs. The other is a Basava Sharana Mela, at Koodala Sangama in Bagalkot district organised by the Veerashiva-Lingayat community.
2. Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar, author Sudha Murthy, actor Ramesh Arvind among others participates in the concluding event of Brand Bengaluru Ideathon for school students at Conrad Hotel at at 2 p.m.
3. The Infosys Science Foundation is organising the Infosys Prize 2023 ceremony today. Brian Schmidt, Nobel Laureate in Physics 2011, Vice Chancellor of Australian National University, will be the chief guest. The programme will be held at The Taj West End, at 5.30 p.m.
4. The book Ellindalo Haari Bandu by art critic, photographer and writer Giridhar Khasnis, published by Navakarnataka Publications, will be released today Gallery Sumukha premises on BTS Depot Road, in Wilson Garden. at 5.30 p.m.
5. Janamana Prathistana, Bengaluru, is organising a discussion on Purushothama Das Heggade’s novel Purushothamayana. The programme, to be presided over by Lakshman Kodase, writer, Janamana Prathistana will be held at Nayana Auditorium, Kannada Bhavana on J.C. Road, at 10.30 a.m.
6. Karnataka Engineers Academy jointly with Karnataka Senior Engineers Forum is organising a souvenir 2024 release and felicitation programme. Dr. Padmanabhan Balaram, Director (Retd.), Indian Institute of Science, Bengaluru, will be the chief guest. The programme will be held at Karnataka Engineers Academy, KEA Prabhath Rangamandira, C.A. Site No. 1, 8th Main Road, Kamalanagar, at 10.30 a.m.
7. Rajmahal Vilas Sangeetha Sabha and Sri Raghavendra Seva Samithi on the eve of Sankranti will present a vocal concert by Sangeetha Katti Kulkarni and party. The programme will be held at Parimala Bhavana, Raghavendraswamy Mutt premises, 6th Cross, NGEF Layout, Sanjaynagar, between 6.30 p.m. and 8.30 p.m.
Kannada Development Authority Chairman Purushothama Bilimale on Friday, raised concern over the lack of updated linguistic data and the growing imbalance in language policy frameworks.
India Meteorological Department has issued a thunderstorm forecast for Mancherial, Peddapalli, Jayashankar Bhupalapally, Mulugu, Bhadradri Kothagudem and Mahabubabad districts on Saturday.
Mamata Banerjee unveils 10 commitments for a prosperous Bengal, promising industrial growth, healthcare, education, and 24/7 power supply.
Khushi IVF Centre launches in Hubballi, offering advanced fertility treatments and affordable services for couples in North Karnataka.
Senior railway engineer inspects the electrified Thiruthuraipoondi-Pattukottai stretch, ensuring readiness for operations and safety standards.
World Sparrow Day in Mysuru emphasised sparrow conservation, featuring educational games, eco-friendly initiatives, and community pledges for biodiversity.
After months of uncertainty, cricket will make a comeback at the iconic M. Chinnaswamy stadium in Bengaluru on March 28.
A tragic collision on the Salem-Coimbatore Highway kills eight, including a pregnant woman and an infant, injuring four others.
Kodagu district faces high human-wildlife conflict deaths; Minister mandates urgent repairs to elephant trenches and enhanced safety measures.
Telangana's 2026-27 budget allocates ₹875 crore for IT, reflecting significant growth in exports and employment in the sector.
Tiruchi observes World Down Syndrome Day, emphasizing early intervention, inclusion, and social acceptance for individuals with Down Syndrome.
Eight crore devotees are expected to participate in the Godavari Pushkaralu, celebrated once every 12 years in Telangana.
CBI interrogates Anil Ambani for second day over ₹2,929-crore cheating case linked to Reliance Communications and SBI.