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Karnataka

Bevinala village raises malaria awareness campaign drive

Fever Safety Alert Koppal District administration and health department officials conducted a public awareness programme on World Malaria Awareness Day near Kenchamma Devi Temple in Bevinala village. The event aimed to educate people about malaria prevention and promote cle

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Karnataka

Koppal acts to avert water crisis urgently

Officials directed to respond to complaints, monitor water sources, clean tanks, maintain records, and ensure cattle water supply Koppal As summer has begun, officials in Koppal have been asked to take strong steps to prevent drinking water shortages in both rural and urban

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Karnataka

Officials urged to act as rights protectors

In Uttara Kannada, cases reviewed with reports; many to close soon. Issues discussed include hostels, doctors, jail renovation, ensuring equal opportunity and swift complaint resolution Karwar Every person has the right to live with dignity and happiness, said State Human R

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Karnataka

Kaup MLA distributes sewing machines for self-employment

State government programme promotes skill-based employment, reduces traditional job dependency, provides tools for self-reliance and financial stability enhanced Kaup In an effort to promote self-employment and economic empowerment among backward classes, BJP MLA Gurme Sure

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Karnataka

Three doctors arrested in fetus scandal

Mandya Three private doctors have been arrested in Mandya for illegal fetus sex determination and a murder case linked to it. The arrested doctors are Divya from Chetana Nursing Home, Harshit from Navi Diagnostic Center, and Parish from Kushal Diagnostic Center. Police said th

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Karnataka

Udupi court sentences man in double murder

Udupi The Second Additional District and Sessions Court in Udupi has sentenced a man to life imprisonment in a double murder case involving a woman and her son in Brahmavar taluk. The convicted, Harish R. alias Gopal (33) from Bhadravati in Shivamogga district, was also fined

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Karnataka

Missing young woman triggers police search alert

Karwar Smita Manoj Kanakonkara, 22, from Bandarwada in Kansagiri, Karwar taluk, has been reported missing after leaving home on April 28. She locked her house when no one was present and went out using her mobile phone, but did not return. She is described as 5.1 feet tall, w

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Karnataka

Police seek heirs of drowned man

Karwar An unidentified man, around 50 to 55 years old, was found dead on April 27 in Uluvar village of Ankola taluk. He is believed to have drowned in the Gangavali river near a railway bridge. Police are trying to trace his family. The deceased was strong built, wheatish comp

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Business

New Zealand PM hails FTA with India

New Delhi New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon on Wednesday described India-New Zealand free trade agreement (FTA) as a once-in-a-generation opportunity, underscoring the scale and potential of the Indian market. Days after the agreement was finalised in New Delhi,

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Business

Govt boosts tech-drivenskilling with more funding

Mumbai India’s skilling ecosystem is undergoing a major structural transformation, driven by technology-enabled, industry-aligned frameworks, the government said on Wednesday. The Union Budget 2026-27 has further strengthened this shift by focusing on demand-driven training

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Business

India targets 500 GW clean energy capacity by 2030: Goyal

With 260 GW of clean energy already installed and a 500 GW target for 2030, India is combining climate leadership with wider global trade partnership New Delhi Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Wednesday highlighted India’s strong performance in climate a

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Business

Sensex, Nifty end higher amid global uncertainty

Mumbai Indian equity benchmarks ended higher on the Wednesday but surrendered a large portion of their intra-day gains as a sharp rise in global crude oil prices weighed on investor sentiment. The Nifty closed at 24,177.65, up 0.76 per cent or 181.95 points, while the Sensex s

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Karnataka

KREIS schools achieve 98.24% SSLC pass rate

Kalaburagi Residential schools in Kalaburagi district functioning under the Karnataka Residential Educational Institutions Society (KREIS) have recorded an impressive overall pass percentage of 98.24% in the SSLC Annual Examination-1 for the academic year 2025–26. Deputy Co

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Karnataka

Sri Shivanand Mahaswamiji selected for Basava Siri honour

Kalaburagi Hulasur Sri Shivanand Mahaswamiji has been selected for the State-level Basava Siri Award 2026, instituted by Basava Prakashana in memory of late Smt. Basamma B. Konek, organisers announced. The Sri, who heads the Gurubasaveshwara Sansthan Math at Hulasur in Bida

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Karnataka

Fire at Bidar private hospital:  patients evacuated safely

Bidar A fire broke out at Guru Nanak Hospital on Wednesday, reportedly due to a short circuit, causing panic among patients, attendants, and hospital staff in the heart of the city. According to initial reports, smoke quickly spread in parts of the hospital building while s

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Karnataka

Coordination key to prevent child marriages

Vijayapur Deputy Commissioner Dr. Anand K has said that strong inter-departmental coordination is essential to completely eradicate the social evil of child marriage in the district. Chairing a review meeting on women welfare programmes at the Deputy Commissioner’s office o

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Karnataka

Pedestrian death sparks outrage in Vijayapura

Vijayapur A fatal accident on the busy stretch between the Bus Stand and Basaveshwar Circle in Vijayapura has triggered strong public anger, with residents blaming civic negligence and unchecked encroachment for the loss of life. Locals allege that pedestrians are routinely

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