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Business

BMI projected India growth at 6.6 percent FY27

Intro India’s economy is projected to grow steadily in FY27 despite global uncertainties, inflation pressures and geopolitical risks. New Delhi India is expected to maintain strong economic momentum with GDP growth projected at 6.6 per cent in FY27, according to a foreca

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Business

SEBI sees rapid growth in PMS sector

Blurb SEBI says India’s Rs 42 lakh crore PMS industry is growing rapidly, needing stronger governance, transparency, investor protection and deeper market penetration. New Delhi India’s portfolio management services (PMS) industry, which oversees assets worth around Rs 4

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Business

India advances inclusive growth through labour initiatives

Intro India showcased major labour reforms and employment gains at the ILO Conference in Geneva, highlighting worker welfare, social protection expansion and international cooperation. Geneva India highlighted the achievements of its labour reforms at the 114th Internati

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Karnataka

Demand raised for action against police constable

Shivamogga Members of the Jayakarnataka Janapara Vedike have submitted a memorandum through the Deputy Superintendent of Police (DySP) to the Senior Superintendent of Police in Shivamogga, demanding strict action against Shivamogga rural police constable Eresh Babu over seriou

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Karnataka

‘School infrastructure boost needed for student growth’

Panchanahalli Proper basic infrastructure in schools is essential for students to achieve academic progress, said T.K. Jagadeesh while inaugurating a newly constructed girls’ toilet facility at A.C. Chandregowda Memorial High School in Kebidare village. He emphasised that q

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Karnataka

Heavy vehicle ban imposed on Agumbe Ghat route

Shivamogga The district administration has imposed a ban on the movement of heavy vehicles on the Agumbe Ghat stretch of National Highway 169A from June 15 until the end of the monsoon season, citing safety concerns due to heavy rainfall and increased risk of landslides. Th

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Karnataka

Addoor families live in fear amid highway expansion damage

Mangaluru Residents of Addoor Nooyi near Mangaluru say ongoing national highway expansion work has turned their lives into a daily struggle during the monsoon, with muddy runoff, waterlogging, and soil erosion repeatedly entering their homes. The issue is linked to constructio

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Karnataka

New drainage system fails, sewage overflows continue\

A newly built drainage system in Udupi has failed quickly, causing repeated sewage overflow and public inconvenience. Udupi A newly constructed underground drainage system on the Mission Hospital–Chittpadi Road has reportedly failed within weeks of completion, with multiple

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Karnataka

Demand to cancel agriculture department notification

Shivamogga experts demand cancellation of Agriculture Department notification over Vice-Chancellor selection, citing conflict of interest and calling for transparent, independent appointment process reforms. Shivamogga Strong objections have been raised demanding the immedi

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Karnataka

Mangaluru beaches closed amid severe monsoon alert

Mangaluru beaches are under high alert as monsoon intensifies, forcing suspension of water sports and safety restrictions Mangaluru The district administration has imposed a high alert across major beaches in Mangaluru as intense monsoon rains continue to batter the coastal

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Karnataka

Four arrested over attempted assault allegation

Mudigere A case has been registered at Mudigere after a student alleged blackmail and an attempted sexual assault, police said. The case has been filed under the POCSO Act based on a complaint that several individuals used objectionable photos to threaten and harass the victim

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Karnataka

Public complaints to be heard on June 23

Shivamogga A quarterly Postal Adalat will be held in Shivamogga on June 23 at the Post Superintendent’s office on Kote Road, according to officials. The meeting will begin in the morning and is aimed at addressing public complaints, suggestions, and service-related issues conc

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Karnataka

One-and-a-half-year-old boy succumbs to head injury

Brahmavar A one-and-a-half-year-old boy, Daksh, died in a tragic accident at Heranje in Brahmavar after a coconut fell from a tall tree and struck his head while he was being carried by his mother. The child suffered severe head injuries and was rushed to KMC Hospital Manipal,

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Karnataka

Farmers demand action against urea overpricing scams

Gadag Farmers in Gadag district have raised serious complaints that fertilizer shops are selling government subsidized urea and DAP at higher prices and forcing them to buy other agricultural products along with them. The Agriculture Department has ordered all wholesalers a

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Karnataka

Awareness rally urges end to child labour

Gadag A public awareness jatha program on abolition of child labour and juvenile labour was held in Gadag to spread message on protecting children and promoting education. Senior Civil Judge Shivana Gowdra said children are the future of the country, and it is the duty of a

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Karnataka

Community unites for Environment Day plantation initiative

GADAG A large-scale sapling distribution drive marked World Environment Day in the city, where young leader and businessman Kartik Shiglimath led an initiative promoting environmental awareness and community participation. Speaking at the event, Shiglimath said the trees pl

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Karnataka

Collector reviews monsoon preparations ahead meeting day

Collector said farmers are sowing due to good rains; officials must ensure timely seeds, fertilizers, fair prices, quality control Koppal The District Collector, Dr. Suresh B. Itnal, held a meeting with officials to review preparations for the Chief Minister's meeting on Ju

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Karnataka

Villagers protest against government school closure plan

Hubballi Villagers in Budarasingi of Hubballi taluk staged a protest against the proposed closure of the government Kannada Higher Primary School under the KPS scheme. Parents students youth and villagers joined the protest under the leadership of AIDSO demanding that the s

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