Villagers of Hagari Gajapura in Vijayanagara district are protesting against the 50-year-long neglect of a 5 km road connecting their village. The road falls under the jurisdiction of two different assembly constituencies, Harapanahalli and Hagaribommanahalli, leading to administrative apathy. Despite multiple protests, only 500 meters of concrete road was built, leaving the rest in a dilapidated state. Residents highlighted that the large potholes become death traps during monsoons, hindering emergency services like ambulances. They have warned of a massive protest if PWD and Zilla Panchayat officials do not initiate full road reconstruction immediately. https://www.varthabharati.in/vijayanagara/vijayanagara-road-in-disrepair-for-50-years-outrage-among-hagari-gajapura-villagers-2267287

A tragic accident occurred in Vijayapura's industrial area where a 3-year-old girl, Shirsha Suhas Wadi, died on the spot after being run over by a private school bus. The incident happened when the girl came out of her house to see her brother returning from school. The driver moved the vehicle forward without noticing her, crushing her under the front wheel. APMC police have visited the spot and taken the driver into custody. https://publicnext.com/news/district/bijapur/accident/kn/vijayapura-3-year-old-girl-dies-after-being-run-over-by-school-bus-1283325

On World Elephant Day (August 12), Forest Officer Ganesh V Tadagani shares fascinating insights into the lives of elephants. India hosts 25% of the world's elephant population, with Karnataka home to over 6,000 elephants. Known for their intelligence and matriarchal social structure, elephants communicate via low-frequency infrasound rumbles (14-24 Hz). The article covers their training history from Khedda operations to modern methods, their dietary needs of 250kg daily, and the causes of human-animal conflict, primarily attributed to forest encroachment and habitat loss. https://www.prajavani.net/agriculture/animal-world/elephant-communication-behavior-karnataka-facts-4187161

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has expressed concern over the rising household debt in India, particularly among Gen Z. The 'Buy Now, Pay Later' trend and unsecured personal loans for lifestyle expenses like travel and music festivals are surging. Data shows non-housing retail loans could reach 58.4% of total household debt by March 2026. Fintech firms dominate the small personal loan segment, with many borrowers being under 35 years old. RBI warns that high debt levels among young consumers may impact repayment capacity if economic conditions worsen. https://www.varthabharati.in/vishesha-varadigalu/gen-zs-buy-now-pay-later-habit-fuelling-unsecured-loans-worrying-rbi-2267325

The article discusses whether milk is vegetarian or non-vegetarian. In India, milk is traditionally considered vegetarian and carries a green symbol because cattle are primarily fed grass and grains. However, in some Western countries like the USA, where animals might be fed processed animal by-products, there is debate about its classification. Scientifically, milk is a biological product of mammary glands, and in the Indian context, it remains a staple of vegetarian diets due to its nutritional value and cultural significance. https://kannada.news18.com/photogallery/trend/is-cows-milk-vegetarian-or-non-vegetarian-here-is-the-answer-ach-2467648.html

Minister Madhu Bangarappa visited Preeti Canteen in Birur, Kadur, while traveling from Shivamogga to Bengaluru. He relished the famous crispy dosa, which was a favorite of his father, late former CM S. Bangarappa. During his visit, the minister recalled his father's memories and spent time with the canteen staff who shared their long association with the former CM. The minister lauded the establishment for maintaining the same taste and quality for decades. https://publicnext.com/news/district/chikmagalur/politics/kn/kadur-minister-madhu-fida-for-bangarappa-s-favourite-dosa-fond-memories-of-his-father-in-birur-1283245

Librarian's Day and a special dialogue program titled 'Our Writer in the Library' will be held on August 14 at Ajjarkad City Central Library, Udupi. The event will be inaugurated by District Collector Swaroopa T.K. at 4 PM. A highlight of the event is the interaction with renowned writer Dr. Parvati G. Aithal from Kundapura. The program is organized by the Department of Public Libraries and Kannada Sahitya Parishat Udupi Taluk unit. https://www.varthabharati.in/udupi/14--2267288

In a bizarre incident in Ajjampura town of Chikkamagaluru, a rat stole cash from the cash box of a chicken shop. The owner, Siddique, noticed money going missing for a week. After investigation, he found that a rat had collected Rs 190 in various denominations (Rs 10, 20, 50) and kept them in its hole to use as nesting material. The article also recalls a similar incident in Tumakuru where a rat stole gold jewelry worth Rs 10 lakh from a jewelry store. https://kannada.asianetnews.com/karnataka-districts/chikkamagaluru-rat-steals-currency-notes-chicken-shop-cash-drawer-nest-ganesh-chaturthi/articleshow-2sg4gvp

MLA Allamprabhu Patil inaugurated the Bride and Groom Meet-2026 in Kalaburagi. He emphasized that such conventions are excellent platforms for youngsters to find suitable life partners amidst changing social conditions. Hundreds of candidates from Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, and Maharashtra participated, sharing their educational and professional details to find compatible matches. Several political leaders and religious heads attended the event. https://www.varthabharati.in/kalaburagi/bride-groom-meets-are-an-excellent-platform-for-choosing-a-suitable-life-partner-mla-allamaprabhu-patil-2267229

Farmers in Vijayanagara's Chilakanahatti staged a protest in front of the Forest Sub-division office demanding compensation for crops destroyed by wild animals. Around 400 acres of sugarcane and maize were damaged by wild boars, bears, and leopards. The protesters, led by the Akila Karnataka Raitha Sangha, are demanding ₹50,000 per acre in compensation. Although Range Forest Officer Kaushik Dalawai promised to bring the issue to the notice of higher authorities, the farmers continued their sit-in protest demanding a visit from the DCF or District Collector. https://www.prajavani.net/district/vijayanagara/farmers-protest-wild-animal-crop-damage-compensation-vijayanagara-4187529