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ED raids institutions owned by Home Minister Dr. G. Parameshwar
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ED raids institutions owned by Home Minister Dr. G. Parameshwar

May 21, 2025

Bengaluru: In a coordinated operation this morning, officials from the Enforcement Directorate (ED) conducted surprise raids at several educational institutions owned by Karnataka Home Minister Dr. G. Parameshwar. Around 30 ED personnel, split into multiple teams, carried out searches at Sri Siddhartha Medical College and Sri Siddhartha Institute of Technology (SSIT) in Tumakuru, as well…

Server breakdown affects issuance of e-Khata, B-Khata
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Server breakdown affects issuance of e-Khata, B-Khata

May 21, 2025

Service resumes today after a 4-day break Mysuru: Even as the State Government announced introduction of e-Khata and B-Khata issuance with much pomp, the service (Issuance of e-Khata and B-Khatas)has been badly affected across the State due to breakdown of the main server at Bengaluru since the past four days. e-Khata is an electronic database…

MCC’s eco-friendly biogas cremation plan hits hurdle
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MCC’s eco-friendly biogas cremation plan hits hurdle

May 20, 2025

Mysuru: The Mysuru City Corporation’s (MCC) eco-friendly initiative to install compressed biogas plants at crematoriums has hit a roadblock, as residents of Manchegowdanakoppal have strongly opposed the plant near their locality, citing its proximity to a densely populated residential area. Faced with mounting pressure, the MCC has decided to relocate the biogas plant from Manchegowdanakoppal…

Rain fury adds to civic worry
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Rain fury adds to civic worry

May 20, 2025

Mysuru: The rain disrupted normal life in the city last night, what with the water logged roads, uprooted trees and damage to vehicles, presenting a sorry state of affairs, with the only relief being zero casualty. Following the intermittent rainfall in the last two days, the moisture in the soil is leading to erosion at…

100 percent excise licence fee hike shocks liquor sector
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100 percent excise licence fee hike shocks liquor sector

May 19, 2025

Industry plans shutdown; Final call after meeting with Chief Minister on May 21 Mysuru: After repeated hikes in excise duties and licence fees over the past two years, the Congress-led State Government on Friday issued a preliminary gazette notification proposing up to a 100 percent increase in licence fees for distilleries, breweries and alcohol-selling establishments…

MDA terminates 94 MUDA contract staff
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MDA terminates 94 MUDA contract staff

May 19, 2025

MUDA had bypassed standard hiring protocols; Government directive seeks clarity, accountability Mysuru: In a sweeping move, the State Government has terminated the services of 94 contract and outsourced workers employed with the Mysuru Urban Development Authority (MUDA) for several years. This action follows the formation of the Mysuru Development Authority (MDA), which officially came into…

In war truth is casualty
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In war truth is casualty

May 19, 2025

Adversarial media working on hidden agenda ? Operation Sindoor “Because of an abrupt ceasefire, Operation Sindoor has completed its mission only partially. But cinders remain. Who knows, it might be ignited if terrorism does not stop and PoK not returned to India as Modi has reiterated.” I have read in newspapers, heard on TV channels…

Defective restoration of Clock Tower to be fixed
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Defective restoration of Clock Tower to be fixed

May 18, 2025

Officials, heritage experts visit Doddagadiyara, K.R. Circle, Town Hall Mysuru: Key missing elements in the restoration of the Silver Jubilee Clock Tower (Doddagadiyara), opposite Town Hall, will soon be addressed to restore its former glory. During an inspection of the Clock Tower, Town Hall and K.R. Circle on May 14, several lapses in the renovation…

Kodagu braces for heavy rains this monsoon
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Kodagu braces for heavy rains this monsoon

May 18, 2025

10,922 people (2,955 families) at risk; 88 villages vulnerable; 83 relief centres set up 24×7 Emergency Helplines: 08272-221077/ 08272-221099 Dedicated WhatsApp Number: 85500-01077 for sharing photos, requesting assistance & sending alerts Kushalnagar: With the India Meteorological Department (IMD) predicting above-average heavy to very heavy rainfall during the upcoming South-West Monsoon beginning early June, the Kodagu…

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