Top news developments in Karnataka on September 3, 2022
The Hindu
Here are the key news developments to watch out for from Karnataka today
1. After heavy rains, flooding and all the woes they brought to citizens, Bengaluru civic body has begun clearing encroachments on rajakaluves. Unbridled constructions along the rajakaluves, which have blocked drainage systems, is one of the main reasons for flooding in many areas in Bengaluru.
2. A day after being remanded in police custody, head of Bruhan Murugha mutt in Chitradurga, Shivamurthy Murugha Sharanaru, is expected to move for bail today. The head of the influential Lingayat mutt in central Karnataka is facing charge of sexual harassment of two minor girls who studied in hostel run by mutt.
3. The High Court of Karnataka is set to pass verdict on plea of Common Entrance Test repeaters. The petitions was filed by a group of students questioning the non-consideration of the marks awarded to them in the 2021 pre-university course while allotting ranks for CET-2022.
4. Karnataka State Law University, Navanagar, Hubballi, in association with Vivekananda College of Law is organising a career guidance workshop for the final year students of law colleges of Bengaluru zone - II. The workshop will be inaugurated by Jayaram Rajpura, BBMP Special Commissioner (Finance), and Secretary to Chief Minister, Government of Karnataka. Career guidance and counselling by Dr. Yashomathi Ghosh, Associate Professor and Placement Officer, NLSIU. The workshop will be held on the college premises in Maruthi Extension, Gayathrinagar, 10 a.m. onwards.
5. New Wave Publication is launching 'Minds Matter: Methods to rewire your teen's mental health' by Meera Satyamurthy. The book launch programme will be held at Vasavi Vidyanikethan Trust, Vani Vilas Road, at 6 p.m.
6. Indian Institute of Cartoonists is organising an exhibition of cartoons by award winning Italian cartoonist Marco De Angelis from Saturday. It will be held at the Indian Cartoon Art Gallery, No. 1, Midford House, Midford Garden, off M.G. Road, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. till September 24 (except Sundays).
7. Fidelitus Gallery will be presenting an exhibition of paintings by Kotegadde S. Ravi titled “Mystic Journey.” It will commence on Saturday and will be on till September 12 from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. at Fidelitus Gallery, Brigade Software Park, No. 24, 27th Cross, Banashankari 2nd Stage.
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