Bengaluru: Residents of the state are likely to face a sharp rise in electricity tariffs soon, as power supply companies have requested the government to increase the per-unit electricity charges. All power distribution companies in the state, including BESCOM, have submitted proposals to the Karnataka Electricity Regulatory Commission (KERC) to revise electricity tariffs for the…
Ballari: Five maternal deaths have been reported at the Ballari District Hospital (BIMS) following the administration of IV fluids. On November 9, nine women underwent cesarean deliveries, and within two hours of receiving IV fluids post-delivery, all of them fell critically ill. The deceased mothers have been identified as Nandini, Lalithamma, Roja, Muskan, and Sumaiya….
Bengaluru: The much-anticipated movie Pushpa 2, starring Allu Arjun and Rashmika Mandanna, has a massive fan base in Karnataka. However, the movie team faced a setback as the Bengaluru District Commissioner issued a strict order against its screening. The violation of scheduled show timings prompted the order. Some theaters in Bengaluru were found screening Pushpa…
Due to continuous rainfall in Mandya and Mysuru districts and a precautionary alert issued by the Meteorological Department, a holiday has been declared for Anganwadi, schools, and pre-university colleges (up to 2nd PUC) on December 3, 2024 (Tuesday). In Mandya, Deputy Commissioner Dr. Kumar announced the decision, which applies to all government, private, and aided…
Mandya: In a surprising move, Mandya Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC) H.L. Nagaraju has decided to leave his government job and embrace monkhood. H.L. Nagaraju is set to retire from his position in a few days and undergo initiation into monkhood. He plans to resign from his post shortly to take this spiritual step. The monkhood…
Bengaluru: On December 2, 2024, the Karnataka Secondary Education Examination Board (KSEEB) released the tentative timetable for the SSLC (10th) and 2nd PUC (12th) Exam-1 for the 2024-25 academic year on its official website. All high school headmasters and pre-university college principals across the state have been instructed to display the timetable on their school/college…
Tumakuru: Chief Minister Siddaramaiah laid the foundation stone on Monday for constructing an international cricket stadium near P. Gollahalli in Kor hobli of Tumakuru taluk. The stadium, set to be built over 41 acres at an estimated cost of ₹150 crore, is expected to be completed within two years. The land has already been handed…
Karwar: A tragic incident occurred in Jogankoppa village of Haliyal taluk, Uttara Kannada district, where a 13-year-old boy suffocated to death after a balloon got stuck in his throat while playing at home. The deceased student has been identified as Naveen Narayan Belagavkar (13). He was a 7th-grade student at the government primary school in…
Bengaluru: The state government has once again reshuffled the administrative machinery by transferring six Karnataka Administrative Service (KAS) officers. The transfers, carried out in the interest of public service and administrative convenience, are effective immediately and will remain in force until further orders. Details of the Transferred Officers: The government has directed the officers to…
Bengaluru: BJP MLA Munirathna, who was previously jailed and later released on bail in a caste abuse case, now faces another legal trouble as an FIR has been filed against him on murder charges. A victim approached the Nandini Layout police station, alleging an attempt to murder and a contract killing plot involving MLA Munirathna…
