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Govt. to decide on declaring drought-hit areas in State this week

Govt to decide on drought-hit areas this week after Cabinet sub-committee meeting. Rainfall delayed by 10 days, 36% deficient. Sowing down 10% compared to last year. Target of 82.35 lakh hectares set, sowing completed in 26.82 lakh hectares (33%). North Karnataka target 37.67 lakh hectares, sowing in 20.6 lakh hectares…

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More than 50 leaders of various parties attend dinner meeting hosted by Karnataka CM

Opposition parties huddle in Bengaluru to forge alliance for 2024 Lok Sabha polls. Leaders from 26 parties attend dinner hosted by Karnataka CM. Sharad Pawar to attend Tues. meeting. Unity to be "game-changer" for Indian politics.

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HDK eying post of Leader of Opposition, says Congress

Congress accuses Kumaraswamy of eyeing Leader of Opposition post in Assembly with BJP's support. KPCC spokesperson Manasa alleges Kumaraswamy is acting like a BJP spokesperson and planning to occupy post with BJP's support. KPCC's Venkatesh says BJP is considering giving post to Kumaraswamy, and Satyananda says party will file case…

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15 persons from Bengaluru booked for off-roading in forest in Sakleshpur Karnataka, 10 vehicles seized

S.L. Shilpa, RFO of Sakleshpur, told mediapersons that the tourists drove their vehicles up to the peak of Murkannu Gudda, trespassing a forest.

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Bus accidents claimed 1,971 lives in last 5 years in Karnataka

The main reasons for bus accidents, according to Transport Minister Ramalinga Reddy, were speeding and ferrying more passengers than the stipulated capacity.

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“Opposition never considered JD(S) a part of them”: Kumaraswamy on opposition meet in Bengaluru

Former Chief Minister of Karnataka HD Kumaraswamy on Monday said that the opposition never considered Janata Dal-Secular as part of them and his party will not be part of any opposition alliance. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Pvt. college appeals for ‘special free of cost admission reservation policy’ to offer free medical education

SMSIMSR appeals to Karnataka govt. for 'SFCARP' policy to provide free medical education to students in exchange for 5 yrs. of service

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Activists flag new threat to Eco-Sensitive Zones from amendment to Land Reforms Act

Karnataka's amendment to Land Reforms Act allowing non-agriculturists to buy agricultural land near Eco-Sensitive Zones (ESZs) of national parks & wildlife sanctuaries is a threat to wildlife & environment. Activists & farmers have raised concerns of commercial exploitation & human-wildlife conflict. Brochures of "eco farms" reveal their real purpose of…

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KSRTC distributes ₹1 crore accident relief cheques to dependents of deceased employees

Karnataka Minister Reddy handed out ₹1 crore accident relief insurance cheques to families of deceased employees. KSRTC implemented unique scheme offering ₹1 crore coverage for on/off-duty accidental death. Premium-free insurance of ₹50 lakhs from SBI & additional ₹50 lakhs from United India Insurance with ₹885 annual premium.

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291 villages in Karnataka do not have bus services, cannot avail Shakthi scheme

The government has not been able to provide State-run bus transport service to 291 villages. This was stated in the legislative Council by Transport Minister Ramalinga Reddy in response to a question on rural bus connectivity in Karnataka.

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Industrial pollution is poisoning villagers of Humnabad taluk in Karnataka, but KSPCB is mum

“Pollution grew on a massive scale after many chemical factories relocated from Hyderabad, due to stringent chemical pollution norms in the capital of Telangana,” says Nizamuddin, a member of Maniknagar Gram Panchayat.

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Registration for Gruha Lakshmi scheme in Karnataka to commence on July 19, details inside

In rural areas, registration will be done in the nearest Grama One or Bapuji Seva Kendra. In urban areas, it will be the nearest Karnataka One or Bengaluru One centre.

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Dharmasthala Dharmadhikari D. Veerendra Heggade writes to CM appreciating free bus travel for women scheme

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah said the government will appoint 13,000 drivers and conductors, and procure 4,000 new buses to effectively implement the scheme

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Rahul Gandhi to have breakfast meeting with Ministers on July 19

Rahul Gandhi to meet Karnataka Ministers on July 19 to discuss Lok Sabha election prep. CM Siddaramaiah, Dy CM Shivakumar, Kharge, Venugopal, Surjewala to attend. CLP meeting to sort out issues between legislators and Ministers also on same day.

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‘Japan collaboration may help Karnataka realise its $1 trillion economy dream by 2032’

Japan-Karnataka trade collaborations increasing: 228 Japanese firms have established 537 offices in Karnataka. Trade collaborations could enhance Karnataka's vision of a one trillion-dollar economy. Japan-India business cooperation to bring synergy to both economies. Potential for collaboration in chemical, defence and aero industries. BCIC has set up office in Japan to…

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KREDL reports record profits, declares its highest dividend ever worth ₹20.96 crore

The Karnataka Renewable Energy Development Limited (KREDL) has declared its highest-ever dividend, amounting to ₹20.96 crore for the Financial Year 2021 – 22. On Friday, Managing Director KREDL. K. P. Rudrappaiah delivered the dividend cheque to Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Energy Minister K.J. George.

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BJP’s downfall has begun from State, and the recent election results are an indication of that: CM

Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, who came down on the BJP on Friday, said its downfall had begun and the Asssembly poll results were an indication of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s waning popularity.

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Number of taxpayers increased by 4.2 lakh under GST in Karnataka

Karnataka govt. informs Assembly that number of taxpayers increased from 5.8 lakh to 10 lakh under GST, tax collection rose from ₹44,816 cr to ₹81,848 cr. Bill passed to overcome difficulties in levy & collection of tax, create office of Legal Advisor to CM & increase construction work for SC/STs.

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Centre urges States, Union Territories to achieve 100% Ayushman Bharat card saturation

Government urges States to achieve 100% Ayushman Bharat card saturation. AB-PMJAY is world's largest govt-sponsored health insurance scheme. Union Health Minister appreciates Andhra Pradesh, UP & Karnataka for work done.

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Karnataka to release its maritime policy to develop port sector shortly

Karnataka Maritime Policy will be released soon said Gaurav Gupta, Additional Chief Secretary, Infrastructure Development, Ports and Inland Water Transport during the inaugural session of the first edition of Karnataka Ports Conference – 2023 in Mangaluru

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