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BUDA Commissioner and Two Others Caught by Lokayukta Police with ₹10 Lakh Bribe

Bidar: The Bidar Urban Development Authority (BUDA) Commissioner Srikant Chimkode, member Chandrakant Reddy, and their associate Siddu Huggar were caught red-handed by the Lokayukta police on Friday while accepting a ₹10 lakh bribe for granting approval to sell non-agricultural (NA) land plots. Bribe and Operation Details The accused had demanded a ₹50 lakh bribe to…

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100 Engineering Colleges in Karnataka to Be Adopted by Corporate Firms

Bengaluru: Karnataka’s government plans to have 100 engineering colleges adopted by corporate firms by the next academic year, announced IT Minister Priyank Kharge. This initiative aims to bridge the gap between education and industry, enhancing employment opportunities and future prospects for students. According to Minister Kharge, the lack of adequate training is a significant reason…

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Bill Collector Caught Red-Handed Accepting ₹40,000 Bribe in Mysuru

Mysuru: A bill collector was caught red-handed by the Lokayukta while accepting a ₹40,000 bribe for approving property documents and construction plans in Mysuru. The accused, identified as Dinesh, had allegedly demanded a total bribe of ₹2 lakh for the approval. He was apprehended while accepting an advance payment of ₹40,000. The operation was conducted…

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Free Electricity for Farmers Agricultural Pumpsets: Energy Minister K.J. George Announces

Chamarajanagar: Energy Minister K.J. George has assured that the Karnataka government will continue to provide free electricity for farmers’ agricultural pumpsets, reaffirming the state’s commitment to farmers’ welfare. Key Announcements Aadhaar Linking for Transparency Action on Pending Applications This initiative underscores the government’s focus on supporting farmers while ensuring sustainable energy management. 1

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Indian T20 Captain Suryakumar Yadav Visits Kukke Subramanya Temple

Dakshina Kannada : Indian cricket team’s celebrated T20 captain, Suryakumar Yadav, visited the famous Kukke Subramanya Temple in Karnataka’s Dakshina Kannada district along with his wife to offer prayers. Special Rituals Performed During his visit, Suryakumar Yadav participated in key rituals at the temple, including Ashlesha Bali Puja,Mahapuja, Abhisheka (Holy Anointment). The temple management honored…

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India provides reciprocal exemption of EU Digital COVID Certificate to include Covishield, Covaxin

India has appealed the EU member states to distinctly consider extending exemption for those who have already received Covishield and Covaxin, and said it will institute a reciprocal policy if they give recognition for the EU Digital Covid-19 certificate, according to sources. The 27-member European Union will be launching the EU Digital COVID Certificate framework…

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