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.
Bull assessment for jallikattu commences in Madurai
NHAI has resumed work on the ₹22 crore underpass in Ranipet, enhancing safety and traffic flow on NH 48.
Women in Kameswaram face daily dangers walking 2 km for water, highlighting the village's ongoing water crisis.
Women drivers job mela held to promote economic independence, safety
First test flight at Bhogapuram International Airport set for January 4, 2026, with commercial operations planned by June 2026.
DGP Alok Kumar demands an inquiry report by January 20 on alleged misconduct at Kalaburagi prison following viral videos.
Training in Kalaburagi equips bidders with knowledge of the e-auction process for vacant liquor licences across Karnataka.
Agri students protest in Hubballi over delayed scholarships and inadequate facilities at the College of Agriculture, Dharwad.
Hope Island fisherfolk receive new boat engines from MLA Datla Subbaraju to support fishing under the Prime Minister Matsya Sampada Yojana.
Vijayawada faces a shelter home shortage hindering efforts to relocate over 395 identified homeless individuals to safety.
Cyberabad police issue fog safety advisory to prevent road accidents
The Central Plantation Crops Research Institute launches four innovative coconut-based products, enhancing sustainability and nutrition in Kasaragod, Kerala.
Surathkal police arrest two men and seize ₹10 lakh worth of cannabis intended for New Year sales in Mangaluru.