Top news developments in Karnataka on March 30, 2023
The Hindu
Key news stories to watch out for from Karnataka on March 30
1. Karnataka Assembly election dates are announced for May 10, all parties that were already in campaign mode are more activated. Campaigns are getting more rigorous and process of finalising candidate names is also on. All prominent party leaders, including BJP veteran B.S. Yediyurappa and Leader of Opposition Siddaramaiah have called press conferences today. With election code of conduct kicking in, the Election Commission has enforced norms as well, like removing flexes and taking back government vehicles.
2. The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has released images of Earth captured by the EOS-06 satellite. The space agency said the images are a mosaic generated by the ISRO’s National Remote Sensing Centre (NRSC). The EOS-06 is envisaged to observe ocean color data, sea surface temperature and wind vector data to use in Oceanography, climatic and meteorological applications.
3. Ramanavami is being celebrated today. It also heralds the classical music and concert season in cities like Bengaluru and Mysuru. Coming in the midst of election season today, it remains to be seen if politicians will use it as a platform for campaign.
4. SELCO Solar Light Private Limited is organising its Foundation Day today. Dr. Ragapriya R, Mission Director, National Livelihood Mission, will preside over the programme that will be held at Indian Institute of World Culture, B.P. Wadia Road in Basavanagudi from 9.30 a.m. onwards.
5. Confederation of Women’s Chamber of Commerce and Industry is organising a Women Entrepreneurship Development programme titled “Skill Karnataka — Agriculture to Aerospace — Grama to Global.” Chief Minister Basavaraj Bommai will be participating as the chief guest and will inaugurate the event which will be held at The Lalit Ashok, Kumarakrupa Road, from 10 a.m. onwards.
1. Aam Aadmi Party press meet by Rajyasabha MP Sanjay Singh and State President Prithvi Reddy.
2. Launch of Rashtriya Aarakshak Manch as an alternative to mainstream political parties.
Bengaluru commuters demand platform screen doors for safety, but high costs and engineering challenges hinder implementation on existing metro routes.
Madras HC to hear appeals on December 12 regarding the lighting of Mahadeepam at Thirupparankundram temple.
N. Ram warns that hate politics threatens India’s democracy, urging the South to remain a bastion against these forces.
Nanjil Sampath joins Vijay's Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam, revitalizing his political career after six years away from party politics.
D.K. Shivakumar announces that five Blue Line stations will open once construction is completed, enhancing Bengaluru's airport connectivity.
Russia begins fuel shipments for Kudankulam's third reactor, enhancing efficiency and extending operational cycles for the nuclear power project.
Supreme Court urges governments to simplify administration, warning that excessive rules may lead to judicial review and citizen burdens.
Trinamool MP Shatabdi Roy's remarks on Bangla-speaking deportations spark protests in Lok Sabha, igniting a heated political debate.
Sunali Khatun returns to India with her son after six months in Bangladesh, following Supreme Court intervention.
Warangal will be developed on the lines of Hyderabad, says Revanth
Three-tier security measures and traffic restrictions are in place for the India-South Africa ODI match in Vizag.
A seven-year-old girl dies from severe dengue shock syndrome in Bengaluru, highlighting the challenges faced by migrant families in healthcare access.
DGP reviews security arrangements for Global Summit