BJP leader C.T. Ravi has criticized the 'Chhatron Ki Goonj' program organized by Congress and NSUI in Chikkamagaluru, alleging the misuse of students for political purposes under the guise of a NEET interaction. He accused the organizers of pressuring college principals through officials to ensure student attendance. Ravi claimed the event was a conspiracy to spread misinformation about the Prime Minister and stated he would soon meet students to reveal the truth. He also highlighted past exam scams and corruption during the Congress administration. https://publicnext.com/news/district/chikmagalur/politics/kn/chikkamagaluru-students-used-for-chhatron-ki-goonj-political-programme-ct-ravi-s-remarks-1277953

The Bangalore City Civil Court has invited online applications for 110 vacancies including Typists, Peons, Drivers, and Process Servers. Candidates who have passed SSLC (10th) or PUC are eligible to apply. The salary ranges from ₹27,000 to ₹83,700 per month. The application process started on July 1st, and the last date to apply is July 30th. Age limits range from 18 to 45 years depending on the category. Selection will be based on academic merit, skill tests, and interviews. https://kannada.news18.com/news/jobs/state-government-jobs-bengaluru-city-civil-court-recruitment-2026-110-posts-apply-online-bengaluru-abn-local18-2456867.html

Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot has issued a notification to hold the monsoon session of the Karnataka State Legislature from August 13 to 27. The session will commence at 11 AM on August 13. This marks the first legislative session after D.K. Shivakumar became the Chief Minister. The schedule includes government and private business days, with public holidays on August 15, 16, 22, 23, and 26. https://www.varthabharati.in/state/legislative-assembly-session-from-august-13-to-27-2264018

A traditional recipe for 'Kalale Saambhar' (Bamboo Shoot Curry), a seasonal delicacy from the Malnad region of Karnataka. The process involves soaking bamboo shoots for 2-3 days to remove bitterness before cooking with spices. The article also warns that raw or improperly processed bamboo shoots can be bitter and are dangerous to livestock if fed as leftovers. https://kannada.news18.com/news/chikkamagaluru/malenadu-kalale-sambar-recipe-here-mnc-svl-local18-ws-l-2443542.html

Monsoon rains have intensified in Karnataka due to a depression in the Bay of Bengal. The IMD has issued a yellow alert for over 15 districts, including coastal and Malnad regions. Heavy rains are expected in Dakshina Kannada, Udupi, and Uttara Kannada, while river levels in Krishna and Malaprabha are rising due to heavy downpours in Belagavi and Maharashtra. Bengaluru is expected to remain cloudy with strong winds but no significant rainfall in the next 24 hours. https://kannada.timesnownews.com/news/karnataka-weather-these-district-will-receive-heavy-rain-today-as-per-imd-prediction-article-155174471

Curry leaves powder is a natural remedy for hair loss and premature graying. Rich in calcium, iron, and Vitamin B complex, daily consumption with rice helps strengthen hair roots and promotes growth. Beyond hair health, it aids digestion, improves eyesight, controls cholesterol, and manages diabetes. Ayurvedic experts suggest this nutrient-rich powder as an effective alternative to chemical-based hair products. http://zeenews.india.com/kannada/lifestyle/curry-leaves-for-hair-growth-391342

Police in Bengaluru have alerted citizens about a 'Vomit Gang' targeting BMTC bus passengers and masked thieves roaming residential layouts. The 'Vomit Gang' distracts victims by pretending to feel sick before stealing wallets and phones. Two suspects, Mubarak Pasha and Anwar Pasha, have been arrested by the Central Division police. Additionally, CCTV footage revealed 8 masked individuals wearing bedsheets attempting thefts in Green Valley Layout near Electronic City. Investigations are ongoing. https://tv9kannada.com/karnataka/bengaluru/bengaluru-crime-alert-notorious-vomit-gang-targeting-bmtc-commuters-busted-masked-thieves-caught-on-cctv-in-electronic-city-1216283.html

The Karnataka government and Dakshina Kannada district administration are preparing for potential drought conditions caused by the El Niño effect, which experts suggest could last until May 2027. Strategies include implementing water budgets at the local level, constructing check dams, and promoting rainwater harvesting. In Dakshina Kannada, 18,000 projects have been approved, with 6,000 dedicated specifically to water conservation. The government is also mapping 3.7 million borewells on the K-GIS portal and encouraging farmers to grow low-water-intensity crops like ragi and groundnut to mitigate losses from rainfall shortages. https://udayavani.com/district-news/water-budgeting-and-rainwater-harvesting-in-local-bodies-605442

Delhi Police are investigating a back-dated diary entry from the Parliament Street police station which claims a DCP ordered the use of plastic pellets against protesters on July 20. While the diary entry suggests two rounds of pellets and tear gas were used, senior officials have denied the use of pellet guns, stating only tear gas was deployed to control the crowd. The DCP involved claimed he was deployed elsewhere at the time of the incident mentioned in the diary. The controversy surfaced after social media posts suggested pellet injuries among protesters. https://www.varthabharati.in/National/cjp-protest-dcp-ordered-raf-to-use-force-pellets-delhi-cops-probe-diary-entry-2264137

FIRs have been registered against the management of five prominent educational institutions in Yadagiri for allegedly using forged fire safety certificates. The institutions involved include Shubham PU College, Srihari Independent PU College, DDU HPS, HS Educational Institution, and Vision PU College. The fraud was uncovered during a verification process initiated by the Department of School Education. Following an investigation confirming the documents were fake, District Fire Officer Veeresh Ukkadada filed complaints leading to cases being booked under IPC and BNS sections. https://udayavani.com/district-news/fir-against-five-prestigious-educational-institutions-in-yadgir-863609