Top news developments in Karnataka on January 18, 2024
The Hindu
Key news stories to watch out for from Karnataka and Bengaluru on January 18, 2024
1. Karnataka state cabinet is set to meet this afternoon. One of the likely things to come up for discussions is the contentious issue of internal reservation among SC/ST communities. Justice Sadashiva Commission report, presented to the government in 2012 when the BJP was in power, had recommended internal reservation, but the report was never implemented by successive governments.
2. Chief Minister Siddaramaiah will inaugurate the Republic Day flower show at Lalbagh. The event, organised by the Department of Horticulture annually, will be inaugurated at 6 p.m. at Glass House. On the theme of ‘Vishwaguru Basavanna and Vachana Sahitya’, the show will be open to public till January 28.
3. The first Bangalore International Grandmasters Open Chess Tournament 2024 will be held in the city from today to January 26. It will be organised in three categories — A category with a rating of above 1,900 players, B category of below 2,000 and C category of below 1,600. It will be inaugurated by Chief Minister Siddaramaiah today.
4. All-India Democratic Youth Organisation will hold a dharna today to demand the State and Union governments to fill vacant posts across various departments and against corruption in recruitment processes. Former Lokayukta N. Santosh Hegde, retired Professor of Kannada University at Hampi Prof. T.R. Chandrashekar, and film director B. Suresh, will participate as chief guests. The dharna will be held at Freedom Park on Seshadri Road, at 11 a.m.
1. The 252nd Paryaya festival of Sri Krishna Mutt/Temple of Udupi celebrated with pomp and gaiety. Senior seer of Puthige Mutt Sugunendra Tirtha ascends Sarvajna Peetha to take over the responsibility of managing the Sri Krishna Mutt for next two years. A three-year-old girl, Kokila, who recites Bhagawadgeetha is among those who received Paryaya Award. Seers and religious leaders should take the lead to bridge society and lead it forward together, says Assembly Speaker U. T. Khader at the Paryaya Darbar of Sri Krishna Mutt in Udupi.
1. Inauguration of National Road Safety Week to be conducted by Traffic Police and Nehru Yuva Kendra at Mysuru
2. Mysore Chamber of Commerce and Industries and ASSOCHAM to conduct events on expanding business opportunities in UAE.
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A 56-year-old man acquitted after eight years in prison due to insufficient evidence in a POCSO case.
Goa Governor P Ashok Gajapathi Raju visited six victims of the nightclub fire who are undergoing treatment at the Goa Medical College and Hospital. Talking to reporters outside the GMCH, the Governor termed the fire incident as “unfortunate” and said that the injured were receiving the best care.
A massive fire in Kollam destroyed ten fishing boats, complicating rescue efforts due to explosions and poor access.
Japan and Australia call for calm after Chinese radar locks on Japanese jets, escalating regional military tensions.
At the T.N. Rising Madurai Summit, CM Stalin announced 91 MoUs and ₹36,660 crore in investments for balanced regional development.
Supreme Court Justice R. Mahadevan emphasizes environmental protection as a constitutional right, urging genuine institutional commitment over mere symbolism.
Virat Kohli visits Simhachalam temple to offer prayers after India's ODI series win against South Africa, captivating fans.
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Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan labels Jamaat-e-Islami Hind as anti-social, denying any endorsement from CPI(M) or LDF.
ED set to chargesheet Gurugram realty firm and promoter for ₹222 crore fraud linked to PMAY and homebuyer exploitation.
A massive fire at Birch by Romeo Lane nightclub in North Goa killed several people, including staff and tourists, exposing severe safety lapses and illegal construction. Authorities have filed an FIR against the club’s owner and general manager, while a magisterial inquiry has been ordered to investigate the tragedy.
Karnataka initiates tender process for fishing port mechanization and management, developing Honnavar Port under PPP model, says Union Minister.