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Karnataka

Yadgir women face issues under Shakti Scheme

Yadgir Allegations of non-acceptance of digital Aadhaar documents have sparked criticism in Yadgir district, with women passengers claiming difficulties while availing benefits under the State government’s Shakti Scheme Karnataka. The issue revolves around the use of DigiLo

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Karnataka

Fire services rush after Bidar gas leak incident

Bidar A major fire incident was reported in Bidar city after a leak in an underground gas pipeline triggered flames in the Jail Colony area, causing panic among residents. The incident occurred when a pipeline of Bharat Gas reportedly developed a leak beneath the road surfa

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Karnataka

Village accountant caught in Lokayukta bribery trap

Bidar In a significant anti-corruption operation, a village accountant was caught red-handed by Lokayukta officials while allegedly accepting a bribe at a roadside dhaba on the outskirts of Maragunda village in Bidar district. The accused, Shivakumar, serving as the Village

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Karnataka

Hill fire sparks panic in Devadurga area

Devadurga A sudden hill fire near Gaurampet in Devadurga taluk of Raichur district triggered panic among residents flames were spotted around 9:30 PM behind a fuel station area. The fire is suspected to have been caused by extreme summer heat conditions, according to prelim

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Karnataka

Kalaburagi, Bidar airports to regain flight services

Kalaburagi Air connectivity between Kalaburagi, Bidar, and Bengaluru is set to resume soon after the Karnataka Cabinet approved financial support for airline operations under the Viability Gap Funding (VGF) scheme. The decision is expected to revive suspended services from

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Karnataka

Passengers suffer long waits amid heat in Yadgir stretch

Passengers in Yadgir–Kalaburagi route face long bus delays amid intense heat, demanding better transport services and increased frequency from authorities. Yadgir Severe summer heat has intensified commuting hardships in the Yadgir–Kalaburagi region, where passengers are en

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Karnataka

Clay pot demand rises amid Vijayapura heat

Vijayapura Extreme summer temperatures in Vijayapura district have led to a sharp rise in demand for traditional clay pots, as residents turn to natural cooling methods to beat the heat. Known as the “City of Domes,” Vijayapura is witnessing increased sales of earthen pots

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Karnataka

Surpur residents demand urgent drain cleaning action

Surpur Residents of Surpur in Raichur district have urged municipal authorities to urgently clean clogged and overflowing drains, citing severe sanitation issues in the area. In Ward No. 27 of Thimmappur near the Markandeya Temple, stagnant sewage has led to a foul smell, maki

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Karnataka

Free summer camp for children in Kalaburagi

Kalaburagi A free summer camp for children aged 5 to 16 years will be held from May 12 to May 26 at Rangayana in Kalaburagi. The camp is being organised by the Women and Child Development Department, the Deputy Director announced. The daily programme will run from 8:30 AM to 1

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Karnataka

Raichur Gets New Deputy Commissioner Puvitha S

Raichur The Karnataka government has appointed Puvitha S., IAS officer of the 2016 batch and Managing Director of KUIDFC, as the new Deputy Commissioner of  Raichur district. She replaces Nitish K., a 2015-batch IAS officer, who served in the post since July 2024. During his t

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Karnataka

Rain brings relief to Bidar after heatwave

Bidar Bidar experienced a sudden change in weather after a day of intense heat, with rainfall bringing much-needed relief to residents. The district had been reeling under scorching sunshine since morning, causing discomfort due to rising temperatures. By evening, dark clouds

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Karnataka

Rusted playground sparks safety concerns in Puttur

PUTTUR Parents in Puttur are worried after a children's park in Subrahmanya Nagar fell into poor condition due to lack of maintenance. Rusty swings, broken slides, and damaged ladders have made the park unsafe for children who visit every day. Parents say exposed iron rods and

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Karnataka

Middle East tensions add strain to cashew trade

Karkala The cashew processing industry along Karnataka’s coast is facing mounting pressure due to the weakening rupee against the US dollar and ongoing tensions in the Middle East. Industry stakeholders say rising import costs and logistical disruptions have significantly impa

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Karnataka

District stresses better healthcare services for public

Haveri District Collector Dr. Vijayamahantesh Danammanavara has directed health officials to ensure quality healthcare services for people visiting government hospitals. He said patients must receive proper treatment at the local level without unnecessary delay. He was spea

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Karnataka

Mandya says no water crisis, appeals for conservation

MANDYA District officials have confirmed that there is currently no drinking water shortage in the Mandya Nagar Sabha area, but have urged citizens to use water carefully and avoid wastage during the ongoing summer season. District Collector Dr. Kumar said precautionary mea

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Karnataka

Energy Minister orders completion of Kadandale substation

MANGALURU Energy Minister K.J. George has directed officials to complete the long-pending 400 KV substation project at Kadandale in Moodbidri taluk by July 15. The announcement was made after a review of ongoing works by KPTCL Managing Director Dr. Ram Prasat Manohar at the

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Karnataka

Eshwar B Khandre lays foundation for bridge project

MADIKERI Forest, Ecology and Environment Minister Eshwar B Khandre laid the foundation stone for a new suspension bridge at Dubare in Kodagu district, aimed at improving connectivity and tourism in the region. The project, worth about Rs 7.3 crore, will be built across the

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Karnataka

MLA Pappi leads initiative for community eye health support

MLA said eye camps across Chitradurga with Shankar Eye Hospital provide free treatment ensuring no citizen left untreated Chitradurga MLA KC Virendra Pappi has said that eyes are as important as the heart for human life and everyone must take proper care of their eyesight.

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