In Dakshina Kannada's Sullia and Kadaba regions, schools have been granted holidays not due to rain, but because of the severe threat posed by wild elephants. MLA Bhagirathi Murulya directed officials to declare holidays to ensure student safety as elephant attacks have increased in the area. The forest department has been instructed to take immediate action to control the elephant menace. https://kannada.news18.com/videos/mangaluru/dakshina-kannada-sullia-school-holiday-elephants-viral-video-psp-2467537.html

Hundreds of farmers in Nimbaraga, Aland, protested under the leadership of Karnataka Rakshana Vedike and Rajya Raitha Sangha, demanding the immediate release of crop insurance money under the PM Fasal Bima Yojana. The protest lasted several hours, ending after officials like Deputy Tehsildar R. Mahesh assured that the funds would be credited within 15-20 days. Farmers warned of intense protests if the deadline is not met. https://sanjevani.com/farmers-in-nimbarga-express-outrage-over-crop-insurance-payouts-hundreds-protest-under-the-leadership-of-krv-and-the-farmers-association-kalaburagi-karnataka/

JDS youth leader Nikhil Kumaraswamy joined the farmers' protest in Bidadi against the proposed township project. The protest entered its second day as farmers refused to give up their fertile ancestral land. Nikhil questioned the government's decision to acquire agricultural land when thousands of BDA sites remain vacant. He warned that the struggle would intensify and continue until the 'anti-farmer' project is completely withdrawn, stating not an inch of land would be surrendered. https://publicnext.com/news/national/india/politics/kn/nikhil-kumaraswamy-self-respecting-farmer-will-not-give-up-his-ancestral-property-even-if-he-loses-his-life-1283073

The Supreme Court has issued notices to the Central Government and the CBI regarding a PIL seeking action against those who misused Chief Justice Surya Kant's 'cockroach' remark for commercial purposes. The petitioner, advocate Raja Chaudhary, alleged that video clips of virtual court proceedings were edited out of context and used for financial gain and memes, damaging the dignity of the judiciary. The original remark was made on May 15 during a hearing involving fake lawyers. A bench led by CJI Surya Kant heard the matter and sought responses from the authorities. https://tv9kannada.com/national/supreme-court-issues-notice-to-centre-and-cbi-over-commercial-misuse-and-doctoring-of-cjis-cockroach-remark-1224134.html

A small eatery named 'Benne' in Mumbai has built a 350 crore empire in just two years by selling Davangere-style Benne Dosa. Businessman Harsh Goenka highlighted their success, noting that simplicity, a focused menu, and digital self-service were key factors. Starting with just 12 seats in Bandra, the brand has gained massive popularity through social media and celebrity visits, leading to its expansion into Delhi. https://www.prajavani.net/news/india-news/mumbai-benne-dosa-business-success-revenue-4189572

A statewide bandh has been called in Karnataka on August 13 by Vatal Nagaraj regarding the Cauvery water dispute. However, there is a lack of consensus among pro-Kannada organizations. Major sectors like private transport, hotels, and schools have offered only moral support and confirmed they will operate normally. KSRTC, BMTC, Metro, and auto-taxi services are likely to continue, causing uncertainty about the bandh's impact while the monsoon assembly session also begins tomorrow. https://sanjevani.com/karnataka-bandh-tomorrow-over-cauvery-water-no-consensus-reached/

Naga Panchami 2026 will be celebrated on August 17. The auspicious puja muhurat is from 05:51 AM to 08:29 AM. The article details the spiritual significance of serpent worship in Sanatana Dharma, explaining its connection to lunar phases and human traits. It highlights mythological stories like Krishna's victory over Kaliya and the origin of snake venom during Samudra Manthan. Devotees perform rituals for financial prosperity, health, and to mitigate Kaala Sarpa Dosha. https://saakshatv.com/nagara-panchami-2026-date-muhurat-significance/

A farmer named Mahadevappa Kambar from Salegaon village in Aland taluk has innovated by using a motorcycle for agricultural activities. By attaching farming equipment to his bike, he is performing 'Edesagu' (weeding/inter-cultivation). While traditional bullock-based methods cover 2 acres a day, this bike-based method covers 6 acres, saving both time and labor costs. Farmers in the region are urging the government to provide affordable machinery to support such local innovations amid labor shortages. https://www.varthabharati.in/kalaburagi/aland-transporting-farm-produce-by-bike-farmer-ventures-into-a-new-agricultural-experiment-2267241

Vantara Foundation has proposed to establish three wildlife rescue and rehabilitation centers in Assam at its own expense. The proposal, submitted to the Assam Forest Department, includes a specialized center for wild elephants with veterinary hospital and diagnostic facilities. Assam's Forest Minister Jayanta Malla Baruah and CM Himanta Biswa Sarma have welcomed the initiative by Anant Ambani's foundation, noting that it will strengthen wildlife conservation efforts in the state under government supervision. https://kannada.news18.com/news/national-international/vantara-foundation-proposes-establishing-three-wildlife-rescue-and-rehabilitation-centers-in-assam-hmg-2468683.html

Hubballi-Dharwad Municipal Corporation (HDMC) has launched a mega Rs 1.98 crore Animal Birth Control (ABC) project to tackle the stray dog menace. A skilled team of dog catchers from Assam is being brought in to safely capture around 12,000 dogs in the first phase. The dogs will undergo sterilization and anti-rabies vaccination at a high-tech facility in Shivalli. After a recovery period of 3-5 days, they will be released back into their original locations. This initiative aims to make the twin cities rabies-free and safer for citizens. https://kannada.news18.com/news/hubballi-dharwad/hubballi-dharwad-stray-dog-control-assam-team-hubli-dharwad-pll-abn-local18-2465856.html