By TJS George D.K.Shivakumar is Karnataka’s most formidable politician. He is also the most feared. There are many in Karnataka, including senior Congress leaders, who see him as a liability in public life. Currently the State’s Energy Minister, he is recognised by all as a muscle-man, fixer, campaign manager, crowd mobiliser, money bag and general…
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Come November, trains to Mysuru to run on electricity
August 8, 2017Bengaluru: After a five-year delay in the doubling of the Mysuru-Bengaluru track, the South Western Railway is working overtime to electrify the track between Yeliyur (near Mandya) and Mysuru. Once the electrification is complete, the double track will be open after an inspection by the Commissioner for Railway Safety. Trains are likely to ply on…
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UGC Guidelines Amendment: Doubts arise over recognition to KSOU
August 8, 2017Mysuru: The woes of Karnataka State Open University (KSOU) never seem to end. Even as it is reeling under the de-recognition and fake marks card scandal, the University Grants Commission (UGC) has administered one more shock. It has brought about an amendment to the 2007 University Guidelines which was passed by UGC Secretary Rakesh Shukla….
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CM to open Zoo amphitheatre, launch programmes on Aug. 10
August 8, 2017Mysuru: Sri Chamarajendra Zoological Gardens, popularly known as Mysuru Zoo, established in 1892 by the erstwhile ruler of Mysore Sri Chamarajendra Wadiyar Bahadur, will be celebrating its 125th anniversary this year. As part of the celebrations, Chief Minister Siddharamaiah will inaugurate various programmes on Aug. 10, between 3 pm and 3.30 pm at the Zoo…
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SC,ST promotions: Government to take ordinance route
August 8, 2017Bengaluru: The State Cabinet yesterday decided to take the ordinance route to circumvent a recent Supreme Court (SC) order striking down the consequential seniority in promotions awarded to SC,ST employees. The SC had set Aug. 9 as the deadline to implement its order, which states that all consequential promotions given to the SC/STs under the…
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CNC to stage satyagraha near Madikeri DC office tomorrow
August 8, 2017Madikeri: On account of International Day of the World’s Indigenous People, the Codava National Council (CNC) will stage a Satyagraha in front of the DC’s office in Madikeri on Aug. 9. Briefing media persons here yesterday, CNC President N.U. Nachappa said that the Kodava community should be accorded with tribal status. The study on genealogy…
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Traffic ASI on duty assaulted
August 8, 2017Mysuru: Padmanabha, an on-duty Traffic ASI, said to be attached to Siddarthanagar Traffic Police Station, was reportedly assaulted by a motorcyclist in Nazarbad Police limits this morning. It is said, Padmanabha was checking for helmet-less riding and had stopped a Bullet bike (KA 55 R 0817) when the rider allegedly assaulted him. The accused has…
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Kodagu Institute of Medical Sciences to be given additional land, says DC
August 8, 2017Madikeri: Kodagu DC Dr. Richard Vincent D’Souza inaugurated new units at diagnostic laboratory of Kodagu Institute of Medical Sciences District Hospital in Madikeri. Speaking on the occasion, he said that additional land required for the Kodagu Institute of Medical Sciences will be sanctioned by the District Administration. “All the services are being provided to patients…
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Anticipatory bail rejected
August 8, 2017Mysore: The anticipatory bail application of the chief of an education institution who is allegedly involved in the KSOU fake marks card racket has been rejected by the Court. Basavaraj Mane, the head of an educational institution in Belagavi had filed an anticipatory bail application in the Third Additional District and Sessions Court. However, Judge…
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AICC leader calls for strengthening of Congress from booth level
August 8, 2017Mysuru: AICC General Secretary in-charge of Mysuru division Congress P.C. Vishnunath has called upon the party leaders to take up the responsibility of strengthening the party right from the booth level. Addressing Krishnaraja Block and D. Devaraj Urs Block Congress meeting at Chikkamma Niketana Kalyana Mantap at Kuvempunagar here yesterday, Vishnunath stressed on the need…
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