Top news developments in Karnataka on May 23, 2024
The Hindu
Top news developments in Karnataka on May 23, 2024
1. Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has again written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi seeking cancellation of diplomatic passport of Hassan MP Prajwal Revanna, who is accused of sexual assault on many women. State Government has set up a SIT to probe the allegations against the MP who is absconding and suspected to be in Europe.
2. A three-day synchronised elephant population estimation in forests bordering southern States will commence today, including in Karnataka.
3. Today is Buddha Poornima. Many programmes have been organised to mark the day. Maha Bodhi Society, Bengaluru, is celebrating what is believed to be the 2,568th birth anniversary of Buddha on its premises at Gandhinagar from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Nagasena Vidyalaya, Buddha Vihar and Bauddha Maha Sabha are jointly celebrating the day, and Dr. B. Ramanarao will inaugurate the celebrations at Nagasena Buddhavihar in Sadashivnagar, at 11.30 a.m.
4. As part of the 195th Hunnime Haadu, a monthly music programme organised by Sri Kaadu Malleswara Geleyara Balaga, jugalbandhi between Sridhar Sagar on saxophone and Vishwanath Kalaburgi on flute, at Sri Kaadu Malleswara temple, Malleswaram 15th Cross, at 6.30 p.m.
Chief Minister Siddaramaiah to visit Yarganahalli where four persons of a family died due to suspected gas leak and K. Salhundi where one person died and five others were hospitalised after drinking contaminated water.
Police arrest and release Belthangady MLA Harish Poonja on station bail after an inquiry on May 22 night at the station in connection with two cases registered against him. When police went to his house, near Belthangady on May 22, for inquiry, a large number of BJP workers gathered outside the house anticipating his arrest.
Union Minister Pralhad Joshi will address two meetings of graduates to campaign for Amarnath Patil, the BJP candidate for North East Graduates’ constituency, for the Legislative Council election.
Soumen Sen appointed as the new Chief Justice of the Kerala High Court, succeeding Nithin Jamdar.
Khandre urges Bengaluru officials to prevent air pollution, ensuring the city remains healthy and environmentally protected like Delhi.
S. Madhivanan assumed office as Deputy Commissioner of Police, Madurai North, on Thursday. A 2022-batch IPS officer, Mr. Mathivanan was hitherto Assistant Superintendent of Police, Aruppukottai. He succeeds G.S. Anitha, who has been transferred as Superintendent of Police, Perambalur district.
Telangana Assembly sessions resume today, focusing on intense debates over water politics and irrigation project mismanagement.
Tamil Nadu government school teachers protest for equal pay, highlighting significant pay disparities and demanding resolution from the state government.
Sheetal and Jithin celebrate a unique wedding, exchanging copies of the Constitution to embody constitutional values and simplicity.
Kogilu demolition: Alternative housing distribution for eligible families begins January 2 amid protests over unclear eligibility criteria.
Kashmir's golden triangle sees record hotel occupancy on New Year's Eve, marking a positive turn for tourism after recent challenges.
Maradu chairperson prioritizes waste management solutions and improving sanitation facilities amid growing challenges in the municipality.
Fifty-two persons, including 23 students, tested positive for narcotic drug consumption, following 1,000 screening tests conducted across hostels, Paying Guest (PG) accommodation and other places in Mangaluru on Tuesday and Wednesday, according to city police.
Karnataka's liquor sales surged to ₹1,669 crore in December, boosting excise revenue despite overall declines in IML and beer sales.
On New Year’s day, the Health department kicked off a major campaign aimed at encouraging people to embrace the wellness journey by pledging to adopt good dietary habits, sleep adequately, exercise moderately and take self care seriously.
Air Marshal Seethepalli Shrinivas takes charge as AOC-in-C of IAF Training Command, bringing extensive experience and accolades.