Top news developments in Karnataka on October 19, 2023
The Hindu
Top news developments in Karnataka on October 19, 2023
1. In a setback to Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar, the High Court of Karnataka today refused to quash a corruption case registered against him by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) for allegedly possessing ₹74.93 crore assets disproportionate to his known sources of income.
2. Even though former Union Minister C.M. Ibrahim claims that the original Janata Dal-Secular (JDS) is with him and he is its State unit president, the party’s core committee and State council are likely to take action against him in the meeting today. He has been openly expressing his opposition to JDS’s tie-up with the BJP ahead of the Lok Sabha elections.
3. Following the fire accident in a hotel in Koramangala, that led to one person jumping off the fourth floor and getting severely injured, Home Minister G. Parameshwara is set to visit the spot today.
4. The 5th Finance Commission’s office inaugural programme will be held today, with C. Narayanaswamy, Chairman, Finance Commission, and former MP Mohammed Sanaullah, Member, Finance Commission, among others attending.
5. ICAR-National Bureau of Agricultural Insect Resources, Bengaluru, is organising the Biocontrol Expo and 31st Foundation Day today. Minister of State for Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Shobha Karandlaje will be the chief guest on ICAR - NBAIR premises in Yelahanka.
6. The Centre for Film and Drama will present the English adaptation of S.L. Bhyrappa’s novel, Parva - A question of Dharma, directed by Prakash Belwadi, from October 19 to 22 every day. The eight-hour play will be performed in five acts and will have four intervals. The drama at Chowdiah Memorial Hall in Vyalikaval, Malleswaram, commenced at 10.30 a.m.
7. In collaboration with the traffic authorities, Rapido will distribute helmets and raincoats to over 200 dedicated traffic officers. Shiva Prakash Devaraju, DCP, Traffic, South Division, and T. Mahadeva, Assistant Commissioner of Police, Jayanagar, are the chief guests. The programme will be held in Shalini Ground, 541, 10th Main Rd, 5th Block, Jayanagar, at 12 p.m.
The government plans to amend the FCRA, introducing new regulations for NGO asset management and accountability for key functionaries.
The draft policy for “Responsible Digital Use Among Students”, released on Monday by the Department of Health and Family Welfare, has recommended that parents set structured routines with clear screen-time rules and prioritise privacy, safety, and open conversation with children on digital well-being.
Police Observer Sushant Kumar Saxena conducts surprise inspection at Shencottai police station, reviewing warrants and security arrangements ahead of elections.
Andhra Pradesh government to launch key projects in April, focusing on industrial growth and infrastructure development, says Nara Lokesh.
Lok Sabha refers the Corporate Laws (Amendment) Bill to a JPC amid opposition concerns over CSR provisions dilution.
SHG members in Kanniyakumari use snakes and ladders to raise election awareness and boost voter turnout.
Government accelerates consultations for early implementation of the Women’s Reservation Act to ensure women’s representation in 2029 elections.
CM A. Revanth Reddy distributes ₹1 crore insurance cheques to families of deceased Electricity department employees, enhancing financial security for workers.
The Bengaluru Traffic Police (BTP) registered 634 cases of drunk driving during a week-long special enforcement drive conducted across the city between March 16 and March 22.
GHMC intensifies action against property tax defaulters, seizing properties and offering a One Time Settlement scheme for payments.
CCB arrests three drug peddlers in Mangaluru, seizing ₹2.5 lakh worth of MDMA and other valuables.
TVK's 28 candidates in Puducherry include former BJP MLAs, a sitting Independent, and a retired police IG.
BRS submits notice on private member bill to Speaker