The Union Cabinet, chaired by PM Narendra Modi, has approved the extension of the PM-Kisan Samman Nidhi scheme for five more years, until the financial year 2030-31. The government will spend ₹3.15 lakh crore during this period to provide ₹6,000 annually to eligible farmers. Since its launch in 2019, ₹4.47 lakh crore has been transferred across 23 installments, with over ₹1.06 lakh crore going to woman farmers. https://www.prajavani.net/business/commerce-news/pm-kisan-scheme-extension-cabinet-approval-4163666

A major accident was averted near Anand Rao Circle in Bengaluru when an iron sheet from a railway bridge collapsed onto a moving BMTC bus. The incident caused temporary panic among passengers and commuters, but no injuries or fatalities were reported. Railway personnel arrived promptly and cleared the debris using gas cutters to restore traffic. The incident has raised serious questions regarding the safety maintenance of railway infrastructure in the city. https://newsfirstlive.com/state/bengaluru/an-iron-sheet-of-a-railway-bridge-collapsed-on-a-moving-bmtc-bus-missed-a-major-disaster-12219030

The Kannada film industry is facing internal crises due to a lack of formal written contracts between actors and producers, leading to disputes over payments and promotions. Taking examples from the disciplined Malayalam film industry, the author suggests implementing structured payment schedules, professional guidelines, and corporate-style agreements. The article emphasizes that the Karnataka Film Chamber and Producers' Association must intervene to ensure professionalism, prioritize scripts over stardom, and save the industry from recurring controversies. https://andolana.in/columns/ba-na-subrahmanyas-weekly-column-the-revival-of-kannada-cinema-and-their-feelings/

Former Udupi City Municipality Vice-President Lakshmi Manjunath Kola died on the spot after being hit by a private bus near Lions Circle on Saturday. The incident occurred while she was crossing the road. She was the wife of BJP leader Manju Kola. Udupi traffic police have visited the spot and initiated an investigation into the accident. https://publicnext.com/news/district/udupi/accident/kn/udupi-former-vice-president-of-udupi-municipal-corporation-lakshmi-manjunath-dies-after-being-hit-by-a-private-bus-1280290

A total of 1.43 lakh cusecs of water has been released from Maharashtra's Ujjani and Vir dams into the Bhima River. Consequently, 44,000 cusecs are being released from the Sonna Barrage in Afzalpur. Kalaburagi DC Ikram Shariff has issued a high alert for residents in Afzalpur, Jevargi, Shahabad, Kalaburagi, and Chittapur taluks. Public activities like grazing cattle, fishing, and taking selfies near the river are strictly prohibited due to rising water levels and ongoing rains in the catchment areas. https://www.prajavani.net/district/kalaburagi/bhima-river-flood-alert-ujani-veer-dam-water-release-4164175

Concerns have been raised at Delhi's Jantar Mantar regarding whether a DCP ordered firing on protesting students during the Parliament session. The discovery of a truck filled with stones at the protest site has sparked questions about potential conspiracies. There are allegations that false promises are being made to students to continue exam-related rackets while suppressing the protest. https://www.varthabharati.in/video/parliament-session-2264855

Tahsildar Shivanand Maitre organized an awareness program in Hulsoor on the occasion of Dr. Mahanta Shivayogi's birth anniversary, observed as De-addiction Day. He emphasized the urgent need for society to be free from addictions, stating that substance abuse ruins health, family peace, and social well-being. He urged the youth to adopt a healthy lifestyle and administered a de-addiction pledge to government officials and staff members at the Tahsildar's office. https://www.varthabharati.in/bidar/hulasur-raising-awareness-against-addiction-is-the-need-of-the-hour-tahsildar-shivanand-metre-2264939

At the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games, 23-year-old Asmita Dey made history by becoming the first Indian woman to win a gold medal in judo. Competing in the 48kg category, she defeated Canada's Heidi Quach in the final using the golden score method. This victory marks India's first-ever judo gold in Commonwealth Games history, bringing India's total medal tally in the 2026 edition to 18, including 4 gold, 10 silver, and 4 bronze medals. https://www.varthabharati.in/sports/asmita-dey-creates-history-becomes-1st-indian-to-win-gold-in-judo-at-cwg-2264740

Asmita Dey, hailing from a poor family in Tripura, has made history by winning a gold medal in the 48kg judo category at the Commonwealth Games. Despite her father, who was a cycle repairer, passing away ten months ago, Asmita overcame her grief with her mother's encouragement. She became the first Indian to win gold in judo at the Commonwealth Games, ending a 36-year wait. Asmita dedicated this historic achievement to her late father's sacrifices and support. https://saakshatv.com/cwg-2026-asmita-dey-judo-gold-commonwealth-games-2026-inspiring-story/

The Karnataka government is set to install 'Gandhi Memorial Pillars' at 87 locations visited by Mahatma Gandhi across the state. The project, costing ₹5.09 crore, commemorates the centenary of the 1924 Belagavi Congress session. Renowned sculptor Arun Yogiraj has been entrusted with creating these 10-foot granite pillars, which will feature Gandhi's 'Seven Social Sins' message and Hoysala art. The Department of Information and Public Relations has directed district commissioners to provide precise GPS coordinates for these historical sites. https://www.prajavani.net/district/mandya/karnataka-gandhi-memorial-pillars-arun-yogiraj-4155779