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Increase forest area in Karnataka to 33% to fight climate change: CM

Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah urges to increase forest area to 33% of total land area to fight climate change. Drought, water crisis & crop damage affect State's GDP & per capita income. Increasing forest area can help prevent extreme weather conditions.

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Karnataka bandh over Cauvery issue disrupts life in Bengaluru, southern parts of state

BENGALURU: The Karnataka bandh called by 'Kannada Okkoota' to oppose the release of Cauvery river water to Tamil Nadu disrupted normal life in Bengaluru and other southern parts of the State on Friday.

The Times of India

Karnataka Bandh: City buses and metro services see drop in ridership

BENGALURU: The Karnataka Bandh called by pro-Kannada organizations and others made an impact on city bus services of Bangalore Metropolitan Transport Corporation (BMTC).

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Karnataka: Transgenders united to fight for their rights in Hosapete

HOSAPETE (VIJAYANAGARA): When Vijayanagara new district was formed after bifurcation of Ballari district in Karnataka, transgenders were left unattended due to lack of a community organisation. Now, as many as 161 transgenders are united to lead a respectful life in Vijayanagara district.

The Times of India

Karnataka bandh | Dakshina Kannada, Udupi remain unaffected

Karnataka bandh call had no effect on Dakshina Kannada and Udupi districts, as buses operated normally, educational institutions, shops and business establishments remained open. Private city buses in Mangaluru and Udupi operated without disruption.

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Karnataka bandh over Cauvery issue disrupts normal life in Bengaluru and southern parts of state

The Karnataka bandh called by the 'Kannada Okkoota' to oppose release of water to Tamil Nadu received a good response in Bengaluru and other southern parts of the State on Friday, disrupting normal life. Read further on Dynamite News:

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All about devarattam: Learn the basics of the folk dance form at a workshop in Coimbatore

A workshop on Devarattam, a folk dance form from Bellary, Karnataka in Coimbatore

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Karnataka Bandh | Vatal Nagaraj condemns State government’s use of brute force to stifle protest over Cauvery row

Vatal Nagaraj, President of the Kannada Okkuta, which has called for Karnataka Bandh over the inter-state Cauvery river water dispute, came out of his house wearing a burkha with an empty plastic water pot on his head as a symbol of protest on September 29, 2023.

The Hindu

Sandalwood to extend support to Karnataka bandh on September 29

Bigwigs of Kannada film industry to join Karnataka bandh protest Fri. KFCC invite actors, technicians. Shivarajkumar, Dhruva Sarja, Prema, Sudeep, Yash support. Protest at Sri Gururaja Kalyaana Mantapa, High Grounds, Gandhi Nagar. Theatres closed till evening. Stars Shivarajkumar, Sudeep, Darshan express support for farmers.

The Hindu

Cauvery row: Kannada activists disrupt actor Siddharth’s press conference

Amid Cauvery tensions, Kannada activists disrupt press conference of Tamil actor Siddharth in Bengaluru. They question him for promoting his film during Karnataka bandh, while activists fight for water rights. Siddharth remains unfazed and seeks support for his film, but eventually leaves due to pressure.

The Hindu

Bandh will not be allowed: DKS

Govt won't allow Karnataka bandh on Fri; activists can protest at Freedom Park. Court rulings have pronounced bandh as illegal; public must obey. Bandh would cause inconvenience to public & business establishments.

The Hindu

Dr. M.S. Swaminathan guided Karnataka in agriculture policies

Eminent agriculture scientist and Father of Green Revolution in India M.S. Swaminathan had worked with Karnataka government in various capacities. He was a frequent visitor to Bengaluru where he took part in agriculture-related engagements and delivered lectures.

The Hindu

Lahar Singh tries to meet Tamil Nadu CM on Cauvery issue

BJP leader from Karnataka and Rajya Sabha member Lahar Singh Siroya made an effort to meet Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin by camping in Chennai for two days with an intention to convince him about the need to resolve the row over sharing of Cauvery river water through mutual…

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Karnataka bandh call likely to affect normal life in Bengaluru today

Bengaluru gears up for bandh on Fri; schools, colleges, IT-BT firms declare holiday; transport, hotels, eateries to be affected. Kannada orgs oppose releasing Cauvery water to TN; private & public transport, shops, theatres, hotels, restaurants to shut down; airport cabs may be hit.

The Hindu

Travel plans for the long weekend unaffected despite bandh call in Bengaluru

Bengaluru residents undeterred by Karnataka bandh call; travel plans remain unaffected. Tour operators report no cancellations due to bandh, but some families postpone trips due to tensions between Karnataka & Tamil Nadu. Domestic travel to Kodagu, Chikkamagalur, Sakaleshpura, Gokarna, & Murdeshwara popular; international bookings to Dubai, Turkey, & Singapore-Malaysia also…

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Bandh may hit normal life in Mysuru

Normal life may be affected in Mysuru on Friday as various organisations have extended support to Karnataka bandh over the Cauvery issue.

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There is no need to fear Operation Hasta by Congress as no Janata Dal(S) leader is planning to leave party: Revanna

HD Revanna, JD(S) leader, reiterates no need to fear Congress' Operation Hasta in Karnataka. He believes no JD(S) leader will join Congress. He also states no displeasure in BJP-JD(S) alliance and accuses State govt. of mortgaging Karnataka to aid Opposition's political moves.

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Karnataka: Farmers’ outfit threatens to close highways between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. on Friday

The Karnataka Jala Samrakshana Samiti headed by farmers’ leader Kurubur Shanthakumar has called for closure of highways across the State from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Friday.

The Hindu

Top news developments in Karnataka on September 28, 2023

Here are the key news stories to watch out for from Karnataka and Bengaluru on September 28, 2023

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Ahead of bandh, Vatal Nagaraj campaigns in city seeking support

Vatal Nagaraj campaigns to garner support for Karnataka Bandh opposing govt's decision to release water to TN. He urges public to protect Cauvery river and farmers in distress. He visits malls to spread awareness and receives overwhelming response. Auto, cab and hotel associations extend support. Protesters to block highways and…

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Farmers seek immediate drought relief even as district officials visit fields in Belagavi following complaints

Farmers in Belagavi, Karnataka urge Union govt. to release drought relief funds, expand MGNREGA coverage, waive farm loans. Officials visited drought-hit villages, found 99% cultivation targets achieved despite 38% rainfall scarcity. Farmers reported crop losses due to delayed rainfall.

The Hindu

Three successful liver transplant operations in two weeks at Prabhakar Kore Hospital

KLE Society Dr Prabhakar Kore Hospital in Belagavi recently completed 3 liver transplants from donors who had suffered brain death. Patients from Bellad Bagewadi, Karoshi, and Chikmagaluru received the organs and are recovering. The team of doctors, anaesthetists, coordinators, and staff have conducted 9 successful transplants in 10 months, making…

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CM urges people to explore tourist destinations with families

Karnataka celebrates World Tourism Day: CM Siddaramaiah urges people to explore State's diverse attractions; Minister Patil highlights its four UNESCO World Heritage Sites and potential for more.

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Deve Gowda defends pact with BJP, says JD (S) still committed to safeguarding minorities

HD Deve Gowda assures JD(S)-BJP alliance in Karnataka will protect minorities; blames Congress for fall of 2019 govt. He claims alliance not opportunistic, but to protect regional party. Criticizes Rahul Gandhi for calling JD(S) BJP's B team. Assures minorities will be protected and CM Ibrahim will continue in party. Accuses…

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