Top news developments in Karnataka on July 13, 2023
The Hindu
Top news developments in Karnataka on July 13, 2023
1. Countdown for the launch of Chandrayaan-3, India’s third lunar exploration mission, will begin on Thursday afternoon. Bengaluru-based Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) will commence the 26-hour countdown at 1.05 p.m. at the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota. The space agency will launch Chandrayaan-3 by LVM3 rocket at 2.35 p.m. on July 14.
2. Legislature session continues amidst trading of charges between the ruling and the opposition parties.
3. #Personal2Public, an initiative of WRI India and B.PAC to inspire citizens of Bengaluru to switch to public transport for their commute at least twice a week to reduce traffic congestion and pollution, will be launched today. The much-awaited metro lines to connect Whitefield (August 2023) and Electronics City (December 2023) will be operational soon. Lakhs of commuters are eagerly looking forward to switching to public transport, but the first and last-mile access needs work to make it really attractive for everyone, say those behind the initiative.
4. Studio Talk, a PR agency, is organizing ‘Alli Serona: Together in Art’ today. The event seeks to celebrate the power of participatory art practices in bringing communities together, fostering active participation by the most underrepresented communities on important climate issues. It features film screening and a panel discussion. The programme will be held on the Alliance Française premises in Vasanth Nagar, between 2.30 p.m. and 6.30 p.m.
1. The 11th Convocation of Vijayanagara Sri Krishnadevaraya University, Ballari, is being held at the open auditorium on the university campus at 10 a.m. Governor Thaawar Chand Gehlot will participate.
2. A government officer from Dharwad Sadanand Amarapur wins ‘Iron Man’ title in Kazakhstan, becoming the first govt. official from Karnataka to achieve the feat. The event includes 3.9 km of swimming, 180 km of cycling and 42 km of running.
1. Mysuru City Corporation meeting today.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz visits Bosch campus in Bengaluru, highlighting India-Germany ties in mobility, manufacturing, and innovation.
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Mettur Dam's water level is at 97.43 feet, with an inflow of 218 cusecs and discharge of 1,000 cusecs.
Telangana departments accelerate office relocations from rented spaces to government buildings ahead of the January 31 deadline amid ongoing disputes.
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Six convicted for the 2013 murder of a fruit vendor in Chennai over a loan dispute, sentenced to life imprisonment.
BCB stands firm on relocating T20 World Cup matches from India due to security concerns, despite ICC's reluctance to accommodate.
CM Stalin inducts 50 transgender individuals into Home Guard services, enhancing inclusivity in Tamil Nadu's public safety efforts.
Former CPI(M) MLA P. Aisha Potty joins Congress in Kerala, citing evolving political dynamics and public encouragement.
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Raj Thackeray criticizes Adani group's growing monopoly, asserting it threatens fair competition and national development, not opposing progress itself.
CM Fadnavis expresses confidence in BJP-Shiv Sena victory in Nagpur civic polls, citing lack of offerings from the Opposition.