- India
Karnataka: Tumkur farmers cultivate rice tailored for diabetics
Tumkur: In a groundbreaking move, farmers in the Tumkur district in Karnataka are cultivating a new variety of rice, ‘RNR-15048’, specifically tailored for diabetics concerned about the impact of white rice on…
- India
Karnataka: Shirahatti lake in Gadag a haven for migratory birds
Gadag: Nestled in the heart of Shirahatti Taluk, the serene Shirahatti lake in Magadi village of Gadag district has become a breathtaking sanctuary for thousands of migratory birds. This vast 138-acre lake…
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Karnataka mandates 60% Kannada characters on signboards
Bengaluru: The Karnataka government’s decision to mandate Kannada signboards is not new. For decades, Kannada organisations and litterateurs have been demanding that the government enforce compulsory Kannada boards and signages for shop, and…
- Bangalore
Karnataka mango growers rejoice as early bloom brings hope
Bengaluru: The agricultural landscape of Karnataka, impacted by insufficient rainfall this year, has found a silver lining for mango growers. The scarcity of rain has resulted in early flowering for mango crops,…
- Bangalore
Karnataka: JDS chief HD Kumaraswamy mulls contesting LS polls from Mandya
Bengaluru: The political landscape in Karnataka is witnessing intriguing developments as speculations arise about JDS state unit president HD Kumaraswamy considering to contest in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections from the Mandya…
- India
Karnataka: Rare sighting of Peregrine Falcon in Koppal district
Koppal: The elusive Peregrine Falcon, hailed as the fastest flying bird globally, belonging to the eagle species, has been spotted in Koppal in north Karnataka, marking the first documented sighting of this…
- Bangalore
Arogya Karnataka scheme lacks easy way to identify hospitals
Bengaluru: Thousands of hospitals are enrolled in the Ayushman Bharat-Arogya Karnataka (ABARK) scheme, providing essential services. However, the absence of an efficient system to identify the network of hospitals by the state…
- India
Karnataka: NTCA asks for report on violations in Kali Tiger Reserve
Karwar: The National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA) has directed the Principal Chief Conservator of Forests (PCCF) of the Karnataka forest department to submit a detailed report on the alleged violations of forest…
- India
Karnataka: Siddaramaiah unveils logo of Kogadu Hockey festival
Madikeri: In a momentous event on Thursday, Karnataka chief minister Siddaramaiah unveiled the logo of the Kodagu Hockey Festival, reinforcing the deep-rooted connection between Kodavas and the sport of hockey. Kodagu, often…
- Bangalore
Bengaluru set to unveil smart enforcement system to tackle traffic woes
Bengaluru: Known for its notorious traffic congestion, Bengaluru is gearing up to combat the perennial issue with the introduction of a state-of-the-art smart enforcement system by the end of March, as announced…
- Bangalore
Drought leaves Karnataka farmers in distress; 456 end lives this year
Bengaluru: Karnataka is grappling with an acute drought this year, leaving crops unviable, existing yields destroyed, and farmers in severe distress. Tragically, the dire situation has led 456 farmers, burdened by the…
- India
Karnataka’s Kodagu district ranks 7th in global tourist searches
Kodagu: Nestled amidst picturesque landscapes, Kodagu district in Karnataka continues to enchant tourists globally, securing the 7th position among the world’s top 10 tourist destinations. The recognition comes as a testament to…
- Bangalore
Karnataka: 44 cops likely to face action for ignoring transfers
Bengaluru: A brewing storm has hit the police department as 44 inspectors face imminent suspension for failing to report to their assigned stations, and places after months of transfer. This drastic action,…
- Bangalore
Karnataka hospitals face medicine shortage as KSMSCL delays procurement
Bangalore: The Karnataka State Medical Supply Corporation Limited (KSMSCL), responsible for supplying medicines and medical equipment to government hospitals, is facing severe criticism due to delays in procurement processes. This has led…