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PM Modi announces ex-gratia Rs 2 lakh for family of eight deceased due to drowning in Karnataka

Tragedy struck Karnataka's Uttara Kannada district as eight family members drowned at Tatthehakalu beach. Prime Minister Modi expressed deep sorrow, announcing Rs 2 lakh ex-gratia for the deceased and Rs 50,000 for the injured. Chief Minister Siddaramaiah also offered condolences and Rs 5 lakh compensation, with search operations ongoing for…

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Eight drown while collecting mussels in river in Karnataka, CM announces Rs 5 lakh solatium

A family tragedy unfolded in Uttara Kannada district as eight members drowned in the Tatte Hakkalu river. The group was collecting freshwater mussels when strong currents swept them away. Two individuals remain missing as rescue operations continue. Chief Minister Siddaramaiah announced compensation for the victims' families. The incident highlights the…

The Economic Times

2 Must-Visit Ganesha Temples in India Nearly 2000 Years Old

Lord Ganesha is one of the most powerful and revered deities in Hinduism. Being the son of Lord Shiva and Parvati Devi, the Bhagwan has been worshipped for thousands of years. Indeed, paying homage to Lord Vighnaharta before beginning any new venture is a deep rooted cultural and religious practice…

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‘Will get your delivery done elsewhere’: Cong MLA RV Deshpande’s sexist remark for woman journalist

Veteran Karnataka Congress leader RV Deshpande has triggered outrage after he made a sexist, flippant remark to a query posed by a woman reporter. Former Minister Deshpande, the MLA of Haliyal in Uttara Kannada, was interacting with the reporters after offering ‘bagina’ to Kali river, when he was told about pregnant…

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Is cow smuggling as rampant in Uttara Kannada district as Hindutva activists claim?

The mutilation and killing of a pregnant cow in a village in Uttara Kannada district in Karnataka has given fresh blood to the narrative voiced by Hindutva groups that cow smuggling and illegal cattle transport are rampant in the region – loaded with insinuation that Muslims are behind these incidents.

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Uttara Kannada landslide: Bodies of 7 recovered, 3 persons missing as rescue operation underway

Uttara Kannada Deputy Commissioner Lakshmi Priya said on Saturday that seven bodies were recovered as rescue operations continue in the landslide-hit district in Karnataka. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Three from Uttara Kannada stand second in State, another third

Three students from Uttara Kannada score 624/625 in SSLC exam, aspiring to become an engineer, teacher, and pursue engineering.

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Polling peaceful in four constituencies; voting likely to exceed 2019 figure

Hubballi elections: High voter turnout, peaceful polling, technical glitches, and offers for voters in Dharwad, Haveri, Uttara Kannada, Davangere.

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Honnavar fishermen threaten to boycott voting over ‘violation’ of CRZ norms

The Joint Action Committee of Kasarkod Fishermen Associations at Honnavar has given a call to fishermen to boycott the Lok Sabha elections in Uttara Kannada on May 7, accusing the Union government and the Karnataka government of not taking action against a special purpose vehicle (SPV) developing the Honnavar port…

The Hindu

Campaigning going on in full swing for Lok Sabha elections in three constituencies

Election campaigning in full swing in Dharwad, Haveri, and Uttara Kannada Lok Sabha constituencies with BJP, Congress, and SUCI(C) participating.

The Hindu

Serene Uttara Kannada witnesses a high-pitched battle between Hindutva and guarantees

Serene Uttara Kannada Lok Sabha constituency faces political turmoil, environmental challenges, and development issues in upcoming elections.

The Hindu

Congress should be rejected for its perverted sense of vote bank politics, says PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi addresses a campaign rally in Belagavi, Karnataka, urging voters to reject Congress for better governance.

The Hindu

Nine candidates file nomination papers in four Lok Sabha constituencies

Nine candidates file nomination papers for Lok Sabha elections in Dharwad, Haveri, Uttara Kannada, and Davangere constituencies, including Congress rebel.

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BJP MLA Shivaram Hebbar’s son joins Congress

BJP MLA Arabail Shivaram Hebbar’s son Vivek Hebbar on Thursday joined the Congress along with his supporters at Banavasi in Uttara Kannada district.

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Prayers mark Ramzan celebrations in Dharwad, Haveri, Gadag, Uttara Kannada districts

Muslims in Hubballi celebrate Id-ul-Fitr with mass prayers despite scorching Sun, political leaders join in greetings.

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MES to field candidates in Belagavi and Uttara Kannada Lok Sabha seats in Karnataka

Since the 1950s, MES has been seeking merger of all Marathi-speaking areas in Karnataka from Khanapur in Belagavi to Aurad in Bidar with Maharashtra.

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Research team from Karnatak University Dharwad unearths pre-historic rock art site in Uttara Kannada

Researchers discover significant pre-historic rock engravings in Kalluru, Bhatkal taluk, Uttara Kannada, led by Jagadish Asode and Madhuri Chougule.

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Man cuts off finger accidentally, trying to draw blood as offering to Goddess to ‘make Narendra Modi PM again’

Arun Vernekar, a young man from Sonarwada in Karwar in Uttara Kannada district in Karnataka accidentally cut off his finger, when trying to collect blood to offer to Goddess Kali, praying to her to make Narendra Modi the Prime Minister for a third consecutive third time

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BJP chooses Kageri over Hegde for Uttara Kannada LS seat

Continuing its experiment of changing some of its incumbent MPs with new faces, the BJP has ignored former Union Minister and MP for Uttara Kannada, Anantkumar Hegde, who has been embarrassing the party through controversial remarks, for the forthcoming Lok Sabha polls and fielded former Assembly Speaker Vishweshwara Hegde Kageri…

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Anantkumar Hegde booked for insulting CM

A suo motu case has been registered against Anantkumar Hegde, BJP MP from Uttara Kannada, on the charge of insulting Chief Minister Siddaramaiah.

The Times of India

Monkey fever claims two lives in India: How is this disease spreading

Two people from Karnataka have succumbed to Monkey fever this year. The first fatality was reported in Hosanagar taluk of Shivamogga district on January 8 wherein an 18-year-old girl succumbed to the virus. The second fatality was reported at Manipal in Udupi district when a 79-year-old man from Sringeri taluk…

The Times of India

Monkey fever spreads in Karnataka: Know about this disease and symptoms

A total of 31 cases of monkey fever or Kyasanur Forest Disease (KFD) have been detected in Uttara Kannada district in Karnataka. Among those infected, 12 patients are admitted in hospitals while the rest are being treated at home. All of them are stable, and no serious case has been…

The Hindu

Police will decide on the course of action against Ananth Kumar Hegde, says Home Minister

Home Minister G. Parameshwara on Tuesday said the Kumta police would decide on arresting BJP MP from Uttara Kannada Ananth Kumar Hegde over his remarks on demolishing mosques in Sirsi, Bhatkal, and Srirangapatna, and uncharitable remarks on Chief Minister Siddaramaiah.

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Won’t rest till more mosques are reclaimed: Anantkumar Hegde

Uttara Kannada MP and controversial BJP leader Anantkumar Hegde said on Saturday that “the Hindu community won’t rest till it reclaims more mosques” on the lines of Babri Masjid, citing structures in Bhatkal, Sirsi, and Srirangapatna in Karnataka.

The Hindu

Rains in coastal belt of Karnataka on January 4

Karnataka Rains: According to the rainfall alert of KSNDMC, a low pressure area lies over southeast Arabian Sea, and a trough runs from the cyclonic circulation associated with this low pressure area to off north Kerala coast in lower levels

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