The Dakshina Kannada district administration has declared a holiday for all schools and colleges, including Anganwadis and PUC, on July 3rd due to a heavy rain forecast and an orange alert. Deputy Commissioner Darshan HV warned of legal action under the Disaster Management Act 2005 against institutions that defy this order. Additionally, 88 locations in the district have been identified as high-risk zones. Other districts like Hassan and Shivamogga are on yellow alert. https://kannada.news18.com/news/state/school-holidays-in-dakshina-kannada-tomorrow-due-to-heavy-rain-ach-ws-l-2437225.html

In a massive anti-corruption raid in Baghdad, Iraq, authorities seized 927 crore rupees in cash and 27 kg of gold from the residence of MP Hind Al-Abbasi. The seized items notably included gold underwear weighing 27 kg. This is being reported as one of the largest corruption seizures in the country's history. Following the raid on June 30, the MP and her son were reportedly arrested. The operation is part of Prime Minister Ali Al-Zaidi's crackdown on corruption networks involving high-ranking politicians and officials. https://kannada.asianetnews.com/gallery/world-news/the-scandal-that-shook-baghdad-27-kilograms-of-pure-gold-innerwear-found-on-mp-during-raid-suc-g4pau43

Due to heavy and continuous rainfall in Narasimharajapura taluk of Chikkamagaluru district, the Tahsildar has declared a holiday for all Anganwadis, primary, and high schools on July 7, 2026. The decision aims to ensure student safety as life remains disrupted across the region. Similar holidays have also been announced for Kalasa, Koppa, and Sringeri taluks. https://publicnext.com/news/district/chikmagalur/nature/kn/n-r-pura-holiday-declared-in-narasimharajapura-taluk-due-to-incessant-rains-1273169

The teaser for Yash's upcoming film 'Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-ups', titled 'Ladies and Ladies', has been released. Directed by Geetu Mohandas, the teaser introduces the mysterious world of the film featuring actresses Nayanthara, Kiara Advani, Huma Qureshi, Rukmini Vasanth, and Tara Sutaria. While the teaser highlights the female leads, Yash appears in an intense action-packed avatar. The film is produced by KVN Productions and Monster Mind Creations, scheduled for a worldwide release on August 26, 2026, in multiple languages including Kannada and English. https://kannada.timesnownews.com/entertainment/toxic-film-ladies-and-ladies-teaser-released-film-releasing-date-announced-nayantara-kiara-advani-rukmini-vasanth-hold-attraction-without-dialogue-article-154820944

Karnataka Congress leader B.K. Hariprasad has criticized the central government's move to introduce 20% ethanol-blended petrol, claiming it leads to vehicle damage and a significant drop in mileage. He termed the move a burden on citizens and questioned why fuel prices haven't decreased despite the blending. Meanwhile, the Petroleum Ministry defended the initiative, stating it has saved Rs 1.90 lakh crore in foreign exchange and benefited sugarcane and maize farmers. The government informed the Supreme Court that the project is currently in a trial phase. https://kannada.timesnownews.com/news/b-k-hariprasad-opposes-20-percent-ethanol-blended-petrol-and-slams-central-government-article-154944383

A clash broke out between drivers and conductors of two private buses at the Udupi city bus stand over timing issues. Driver Salman allegedly intentionally rammed his bus into driver Vaibhav Pai's bus, causing damage worth Rs 1.50 lakh. Salman and his team also verbally abused and threatened Vaibhav. A case has been registered at the Udupi city police station. Additionally, reports mention poor road conditions in Karkala and bridge risks in Kundapura. https://udayavani.com/district-news/udupi-dispute-between-private-bus-driver-and-operator-complaint-filed-465818

In the Kannada serial Karna, the protagonist Karna has unexpectedly transferred all his property to the manipulative Sanjay, despite his grandmother's warnings. This plot twist mirrors a previous storyline from the serial Amruthadhaare. Viewers are now curious to see Sanjay's next move and whether Karna has a hidden strategy behind this donation, especially as Karna and Nidhi were just beginning to find happiness after clearing their debts. https://kannada.asianetnews.com/gallery/tv-talk/karna-serial-karna-gave-all-property-to-sanjay-is-amruthadhaare-repeats-suc-65hhy5n

Heavy monsoon rains have lashed coastal and Malnad regions of Karnataka, leading to the declaration of holidays for schools and colleges in several districts. Impacted areas include parts of Chikkamagaluru, Shimoga, Uttara Kannada, Hassan, and Belagavi. Local authorities issued these orders as a precautionary measure due to rising river levels, uprooted trees, and potential flood threats, especially in Belagavi near the Maharashtra border. https://tv9kannada.com/karnataka/karnataka-rain-fury-schools-and-colleges-declared-holiday-in-chikkamagaluru-shivamogga-uttara-kannada-and-belagavi-1208439.html

Agra police arrested a woman named Ruby Sharma for allegedly killing her husband, Surendra Sharma, and burying his body under the bathroom floor tiles. The victim had been missing for 45 days. The crime came to light after the police grew suspicious of Ruby's missing person report. Upon interrogation, she confessed to the murder and revealed the location of the body. The police excavated the bathroom floor to recover the remains, which have been sent for a post-mortem examination. https://www.kannadaprabha.com/nation/2026/Jul/04/woman-held-for-killing-husband-burying-body-under-bathroom-floor-after-murder-in-agra

Nita Ambani, wife of Mukesh Ambani, consumes 'Acqua di Cristallo Tributo a Modigliani' water, which costs approximately 49 lakh rupees per bottle. This price is equivalent to the cost of a 2BHK flat in cities like Bengaluru. The bottle is made of 24-karat gold and contains a blend of natural water from France, Fiji, and Iceland, mixed with 5 grams of gold dust. It is claimed that this water helps maintain glowing skin and provides high energy, making it a key part of her luxury lifestyle. https://kannada.asianetnews.com/gallery/fashion/indian-rich-women-nita-ambani-expensive-gold-water-bottle-price-details-22i2io2