Top news developments in Karnataka on July 12, 2023
The Hindu
Top news developments in Karnataka on July 12, 2023
1. Congress is holding a silent protest at Freedom Park in Bengaluru today against the disqualification of Rahul Gandhi from the Lok Sabha. This is part of a nationwide ‘maun satyagraha’ (silent protest). Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar will be among those who will participate. Similar protests are being held in district centres as well.
2. Karnataka’s budget session continues into its second week. The opposition BJP has been demanding a CBI probe into the murder of Jain monk in Chikkodi in Belagavi district. The ruling Congress termed it an attempt to politicise the issue. Chief Minister Siddaramaiah will reply to the Governor’s address in the legislative Council.
3. National Institute of Advanced Studies is organizing the 17th Raja Ramanna memorial lecture on ‘A new India for the World’ by Nirupama Rao, former Foreign Secretary to the Government of India. The programme will be held at JRD Tata auditorium, NIAS premises, Indian Institute of Science campus, at 4 p.m.
4. Karnataka Reddy Jana Sangha is felicitating newly-elected MLAs of the community. Minister for Transport and Muzrai, Ramalinga Reddy, Minister for Law and Parliamentary Affairs H.K. Patil, and Minister for Small Industries and Public Enterprises Sharanabasappa Darshanapur will participate in the programme at Ravindra Kalakshetra on J.C. Road, from 5 p.m.
Mangaluru Catholic Sabha Central Committee to state its stand on the proposed Uniform Civil Code today.
Karnataka State Open University (KSOU) in Mysuru to conduct a national-level seminar in memory of historian and former VC Sheikh Ali.
Farmers’ associations in north Karnataka demand release of water to irrigation canals to protect their crops. While it is raining heavily in some parts of Karnataka, rains remain scanty in most north Karnataka districts.
A new irradiation center near Hyderabad airport will reduce transportation costs and damage for fruit farmers, boosting exports.
CBI challenges Delhi HC's suspension of Kuldeep Sengar's life sentence in the Unnao rape case at the Supreme Court.
Ramanathapuram farmers seek timely preservation of water bodies
BJP leaders claim town panchayat results reflect Congress government's failure amid ongoing leadership struggles and unmet promises.
Water level in Mullaperiyar dam on Thursday stood at 132.95 feet (the maximum permissible level is 142 ft.) with an inflow of 199 cusecs and a discharge of 1,000 cusecs.
Suvendu Adhikari urges Bangladesh to end attacks on Hindus, promising continued protests if violence persists against the community.
New Mayor V.K. Minimol prioritizes anti-corruption and a comprehensive mobility plan for Kochi's urban development and efficiency.
O. Sadasivan elected Mayor of Kozhikode, emphasizing collaborative city development and prioritizing waste management and agricultural projects.
The procedure of endoscopic removal of stone and blockage from the bile duct, followed by placement of Common Bile Duct (CBD) stent, widely practised in leading medical institutions and private hospitals, was performed for the first time at Government Thoothukudi Medical College and Hospital on a 10-year-old girl.
Andhra Pradesh CM Chandrababu Naidu emphasizes political decorum and warns against crime and character assassination in politics.
Prashant Jagtap joins Congress, citing ideological differences with NCP and criticizing BJP ahead of Pune civic elections.
Mirwaiz Umar Farooq removes 'Hurriyat chairman' title amid pressure from authorities, sparking varied reactions across Kashmir's political landscape.
Delhi's air quality worsens to 'very poor' at 332 AQI, with eight stations reporting 'severe' levels above 400.