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.
Kannur Airport achieved record passenger traffic of 1.5 million in 2025, marking a significant growth and recovery post-COVID.
Residents of Perumpadappu protest severe water crisis, facing contamination issues and relying on bottled water for daily needs.
BJP leaders petition Karnataka Governor over police criminalization, law and order decline, and concerns about freedom of speech.
The University of New South Wales, one of Australia’s leading universities, will open its campus in Bengaluru at Manyata Tech Park in August, 2026
KTR warns that canceling new districts will provoke widespread protests and jeopardize Congress's position in Telangana.
Delhi HC upholds Union Bank's notice to Anil Ambani's son, requiring a response within 10 days amid ongoing fraud investigations.
The IT Ministry clarifies plans for routine consultations with phone makers, disputing reports on source code disclosure requirements.
Two men arrested in Nellore for car theft; police seize five vehicles worth ₹1.20 crore, hunt for main suspect ongoing.
Centre responds to two detected Nipah cases in West Bengal, urging public vigilance and providing health support.
Supreme Court emphasizes victim safety and trial integrity in POCSO bail rulings, canceling a previous bail order for an accused.
Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan's coffee mug photo ignites speculation, linking it to a survivor's message amid a protest.
Commuters in central Bengaluru have cautiously welcomed the full reopening of Kamaraj Road after nearly seven years, expressing that the move has eased congestion on MG Road and surrounding stretches.
Bandi Sanjay criticizes CM's single DA announcement for state employees, calling it a compelled decision amid financial crisis.