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Here are the top news developments from Karnataka on August 20

The Hindu

Maharashtra govt. demands Shivaji statue in Bagalkot be re-installed

Mungantiwar condemned the statue’s removal particularly as it had come when Maharashtra and the country were celebrating the 350th anniversary of Chhatrapati Shivaji’s coronation (in 1674).

The Hindu

After a lull, rain makes a comeback in Karnataka

Bengalureans out for the weekend were surprised by the sudden showers in the city on Saturday evening. Although there were scattered spells of rain on Friday, heavy rain lashed most parts of the city for around an hour on Saturday. The showers offered a much-needed respite as the mercury levels…

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Samiti stages protest against Manipur violence

Members of Karnataka Rajya Dalit Sangharash Samiti took to the streets in Kalaburagi condemning the violent sexual assault of two Kuki women at Manipur, and demanded justice for the victims.

The Hindu

State to move SC seeking direction to CWMA

The State Cabinet on Saturday directed the Advocate-General to file a petition in the Supreme Court on Monday seeking its direction to the Cauvery Water Management Authority (CWMA) to reconsider its fiat to Karnataka to release 10,000 cusecs of water per day to Tamil Nadu.

The Hindu

Karnataka: Indira Canteens to serve local variety of food

The Karnataka government has decided to increase the price of meals in Indira Canteens from the present ₹10 to ₹25 in all urban local bodies (ULBs), except Bengaluru.

The Hindu

“PM as poll face shows BJP has accepted defeat”

Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot said after attending a meeting of the State Election Committee that winnability would be the “first and last criterion” for the selection of candidates. The ruling Congress had recently announced that it would replicate the Karnataka model for the election by declaring the candidates in advance…

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G.T. Deve Gowda rules out JD(S) leaders joining Congress

JD(S) leader Deve Gowda clarifies no party members will join Congress; JD(S) to contest all 28 LS seats in Karnataka; Gowda rules out possibility of alliance with BJP; party to identify candidates for LS polls; Gowda says he'll only enter fray if no suitable candidates found.

The Hindu

BC leaders raise voice in Congress as PCC takes up process for picking candidates

Congress party in Telangana is facing pressure from backward classes' leaders to give them a "respectable share" in tickets for the upcoming Assembly elections. Former PCC president Ponnala Lakshmaiah and former MP Ponnam Prabhakar are among those demanding proper representation. AICC president Mallikarjun Kharge and former president Rahul Gandhi had…

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Road tax exemption for electric cars in Telangana replaced with high rates

Telangana has replaced road tax exemption for electric cars with 11-15% levy, surprising potential buyers. This comes despite govt's efforts to promote e-mobility. Other States offering road tax exemption include TN, Kerala, Karnataka, Punjab, UP & NCR. 5K EVs for taxis & private use exempt, 2L two-wheelers still to go.

The Hindu

Top news developments in Karnataka on August 19, 2023

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Karnataka | After excise duty hike, liquor sales drop in first fortnight of August

Liquor sales in Karnataka have dropped after the State government hiked additional excise duty (AED) on both Indian-made liquor (IML) and beer. In his Budget on July 7, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah hiked the AED on IML by 20% on all slabs and increased the AED on beer from 175% to…

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Bengaluru is the United States’ most important trading partner in India, says U.S Consul General

Consul General Hodges said that the U.S.-India partnership is flourishing, creating jobs and spurring innovation. He met with Karnataka govt reps, business leaders, and entrepreneurs to strengthen ties.

The Hindu

KKRTC gets automated testing track for recruiting drivers in Humnabad in Bidar

To ensure transparency in recruitment process for drivers, the Kalyana Karnataka Road Transport Corporation (KKRTC) has set up the first-ever Automated Driving Test Track — a wireless system at its regional training centre on the outskirts of the Humnabad town in Bidar district.

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Karnataka sets up committee headed by retired judge Nagamohan Das to probe 40% bribery allegation against previous BJP govt.

The Karnataka government has set up a committee headed by retired High Court judge H.N. Nagamohan Das to probe the “40% commission” allegation levelled by the Karnataka State Contractors’ Association during the previous BJP regime. The committee has been asked to submit the report in 30 days.

The Hindu

Writers, educationists, student organisations oppose PPP model development of government schools in Karnataka

Writers, educationists, and student organisations have opposed and condemned the Karnataka government’s plan to develop government schools at the rural level in association with private schools under the corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiaitve.

The Hindu

Three Mysuru students attend debate camp in the U.S.

Five Karnataka students, incl. three from Mysuru, receive scholarships to attend Cornell Univ. Int'l Summer Debate camp. Avni Baliga & Gowri S. Nayak recognised as best-transformed debaters. 46 students from Mysuru, Bengaluru, Mangaluru, & Udupi participated in 5-day workshop hosted by VIIS. VIIS offers customised courses to universities & facilitates…

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Ramadoss demands all-party meeting to discuss Karnataka’s decision to appeal against Water Authority’s order

S. Ramadoss urges TN govt to call all-party meeting to discuss way forward after Karnataka refuses to release Cauvery water. He condemns DK Shivakumar's plan to appeal against CWMA order of 10,000 cusecs in 15 days, as Kuruvai crops need 50 tmc. He calls Karnataka govt two-faced for saying 10…

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Protests against release of water to TN

Karnataka farmers protest release of Cauvery water to TN: KRRS, Karnataka Sena Pade stage demonstrations; farmers urge Govt to stop release, threaten State-wide agitation; Agri Min says Govt committed to protecting farmers' interests, releasing water to irrigation canals.

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Nirdiganta to present its Bengaluru premiere of Gayagalu on Sunday

Gayagalu, a play on the human tragedy of war, is directed by Shripad Bhat, co-directed by Shwetharani Hassan, with music by Anush Shetty and art by Khaju Guttala. It has a team of 15 artistes from across Karnataka.

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Will Karnataka’s plan to start Govt-run ride-hailing app help drivers and commuters?

Ride-hailing applications are typically owned and operated by private companies, with some exceptions like the Namma Yatri auto-hailing app that is operated by drivers’ union. Now, the Karnataka government wants to develop a ride-hailing app

The Hindu

How safe is drinking water in Karnataka

People dying and falling sick after drinking contaminated water and the government suspending lower-level officials for negligence is common in Kalyana Karnataka region. However, repeated occurrences of such incidents demonstrate poor action on the ground to prevent such tragedies.

The Times of India

Desinghu Desinghu creates national record in 100m freestyle

NEW DELHI: Dhinidhi Desinghu of Karnataka set a national record in the 100m freestyle for Group II girls on Thursday at the 39th Sub-junior and 49th Junior National Aquatic Championships 2023.

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Three new national records on opening day of sub-junior, junior National Aquatic Championships

The opening day at the 39th Sub Junior and 49th Junior National Aquatic Championships 2023 in Bhubaneswar, Odisha witnessed three new national records being created. Read further on Dynamite News :

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