The Karnataka Education Department is preparing to reintroduce public-style evaluation exams for students in classes 5, 7, 8, and 9. To avoid past controversies and legal hurdles, the department clarifies these are not 'board exams' and no student will be failed. The goal is to assess and improve educational quality across government, aided, and private schools. The board will provide uniform question papers, and evaluation will occur at the taluk level. https://navasamaja.com/education-department-plans-to-reintroduce-public-style-assessment-exams/

Singer Raghu Dixit has opened up about his marriage to Grammy-nominated singer Varijashree Venugopal and their 16-year age gap. Married in 2025 when Raghu was 50 and Varijashree was 34, the couple emphasizes that their bond is built on music, mutual respect, and friendship. Raghu stated that they don't take internet comments seriously and are focused on supporting each other's growth and happiness. https://kannada.asianetnews.com/gallery/sandalwood/singer-raghu-dixit-on-marriage-with-varijashree-16-years-age-gap-gdg9db1

Chennamma, wife of former Prime Minister H.D. Deve Gowda, has been admitted to a private hospital in Bengaluru due to respiratory issues. She had been experiencing difficulties for two days and was initially treated at home, but was hospitalized on Wednesday night when the condition worsened. Doctors have stated that her health condition is currently stable, and she is expected to be discharged after a day of observation. https://udayavani.com/district-news/respiratory-problem-former-prime-minister-devegowdas-wife-channamma-admitted-to-hospital-098358

Kodagu University, separated from Mangalore University three years ago, faces severe administrative hurdles. Key positions like Registrar and Finance Officer remain vacant, and faculty members are still technically under Mangalore University, limiting the Vice-Chancellor's authority. Guest faculty salaries have dropped from ₹40,000 to ₹32,000, and curriculum updates are pending. Despite student enrollment rising from 4,000 to 6,500, the lack of administrative structure and syndicate members hinders the institution's growth. https://andolana.in/andolana-originals/kodagu-universitys-unresolved-grievance/

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District Guarantee Schemes Implementation Committee Chairman Shrenik Kumar Dhoka directed officials in Yadgir to ensure that the benefits of the state government's five guarantee schemes reach only genuine beneficiaries. During a progress review meeting, he instructed officials to collect data on deceased beneficiaries of Gruha Lakshmi and Anna Bhagya schemes. He also highlighted the ongoing survey by GESCOM for the Gruha Jyothi scheme to prevent misuse by ineligible persons and urged citizens to cooperate by providing necessary documents like Aadhaar and Voter ID cards. https://sanjevani.com/let-the-benefits-of-the-five-guarantee-schemes-reach-the-eligible-shrenik-kumar-dhoka/

The District Child Rescue Centre in Chikmagalur has invited applications for the 2026-27 Foster Care program. The initiative aims to provide a family environment for children aged 7 to 18 living in government and NGO care centers. Initially, children will stay with foster parents for one year, which can be extended until they reach 18 based on suitability assessments. Interested individuals can contact the District Child Protection Officer's office at the Taluk Administration Building. https://kannada.news18.com/news/chikkamagaluru/foster-care-parents-application-chikkamagaluru-mnc-abn-local18-ws-b-2448731.html

Karnataka's Minister for Large and Medium Industries, M. B. Patil, participated in the 'Kolkata Roadshow' in West Bengal to attract investments to the state. He met with leading industrialists and business leaders to discuss the favorable investment climate, ease of doing business, and government incentives in Karnataka. The minister stated on social media that the visit was highly successful in showcasing Karnataka's potential and attracting new capital investments. https://publicnext.com/news/national/india/politics/kn/kolkata-roadshow-minister-m-venkaiah-naidu-with-industry-leaders-b-patil-meets-to-attract-investment-to-karnataka-1275990

Vanditha Puneeth Rajkumar, the younger daughter of late Kannada actor Puneeth Rajkumar, has started a home bakery business named 'Nuka's Cafe', fulfilling her father's wish. The brand is named after her nickname 'Nukki' given by her father. Operating from her home in Bengaluru, she personally prepares bakery items and takes orders via her website nukascafe.com. This initiative also reflects a suggestion previously given by Puneeth Rajkumar to Geetha Shivarajkumar regarding professional baking. https://kannada.asianetnews.com/gallery/business/appus-daughter-vandita-started-a-business-as-per-her-fathers-wish-what-is-nukas-cafe-suc-i3gdtqk