A female tiger named Babitha, housed at the Thiruvananthapuram Zoo, has started receiving chemotherapy for adenocarcinoma. The cancer was diagnosed several months ago, and since it has spread throughout the body, surgery is not an option. A team of experts led by Dr. Nikesh Kiran decided on chemotherapy after the tiger's health deteriorated due to ascites and loss of appetite. Babitha was captured from the South Wayanad forest in March 2024 and relocated to the zoo. https://www.prajavani.net/news/india-news/tiger-cancer-chemotherapy-thiruvananthapuram-zoo-4141507

MESCOM has announced scheduled power outages on July 21 across major parts of Mangaluru and Udupi due to emergency maintenance work. Affected areas include Mangaluru, Mudabidri, Manipal, and surrounding regions with timings ranging from 9:30 AM to 6:00 PM. Additionally, parts of Chikkamagaluru will face power cuts on July 22 for link-line works. Residents are advised to charge electronic devices and plan accordingly. https://kannada.news18.com/news/mangaluru/mescom-mangaluru-udupi-power-cut-today-svl-local18-ws-l-2451785.html

Due to a severe rainfall deficit of 37% in Karnataka, 5,862 out of 36,202 minor irrigation and Zilla Panchayat tanks have completely dried up. Only 584 tanks are fully filled. This water scarcity has triggered a crisis in 539 Gram Panchayats and 17 urban local bodies across 122 taluks. The government has deployed tankers and rented borewells to supply water to 734 villages and 111 urban wards. Agricultural activities are also affected as reservoirs remain low. https://kannada.asianetnews.com/state/rain-deficit-in-karnataka-not-a-drop-of-water-left-in-5862-lakes-in-state-rav/articleshow-11k47r6

The construction of a new high-tech library building in Belthangady has been stalled for over a decade. Despite the foundation stone being laid in 2013 with a budget of 2 crore rupees, only 20% of the work is completed. The current library operates from a 60-year-old dilapidated building with leaking roofs and broken windows. Staff are struggling to preserve valuable books from damage. Official delays and coordination issues between departments have left the new site overgrown with vegetation and abandoned. https://udayavani.com/district-news/belthangady-collapsed-library-building-119031

INS Malvan, the second Mahe-class Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft, was commissioned into the Indian Navy at INS Kadamba, Karwar, by Air Chief Marshal A.P. Singh. Built by Cochin Shipyard with over 80% indigenous content, the 78.8-meter-long vessel is equipped with naval guns, torpedoes, and rocket launchers to enhance coastal surveillance and maritime security. Named after a historic town in Maharashtra to honor Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj's maritime legacy, the ship features the 'Bagh Nakh' symbol. https://www.varthabharati.in/uttara-kannada/karwar-launch-of-ins-malvan-warship-2262586

South Western Railway has announced special express train services between Mysuru, Kannur, and Bengaluru to accommodate the extra rush during the Onam festival. Train numbers 06227 and 06229 will run from Mysuru to Kannur, while 06228 and 06230 will connect Kannur to Bengaluru Cantt. The trains will feature 20 coaches including AC, Sleeper, and General classes, stopping at major stations like Mandya, KSR Bengaluru, Salem, and Palakkad. https://www.etvbharat.com/kn/state/mysuru-kannur-special-express-train-service-on-the-occasion-of-onam-festival-kas26072202614

US President Donald Trump has announced a phased increase in tariffs on imported generic drugs, reaching up to 200% by August 2028. This move aims to boost domestic production in the US but poses a significant challenge to India's pharmaceutical sector, which supplies nearly 47% of US generic prescriptions. Major Indian firms like Sun Pharma, Cipla, and Dr. Reddy's could face reduced profit margins and may be forced to establish manufacturing units in the US to avoid high duties and penalties. https://www.prajavani.net/news/world-news/trump-generic-drug-tariffs-india-impact-expalined-4141158

Gold prices in India have seen a significant jump of 0.97% today. The price of 24-carat gold increased by ₹1,417 per 10 grams, reaching ₹1,47,552. In major cities like Bengaluru, Mumbai, and Delhi, gold prices saw a sharp rise ahead of the wedding season. Silver prices also surged by ₹5,000 per kg to reach ₹2,40,000. Consumers are advised to check for BIS hallmarking and HUID codes before making any purchases. https://kannada.news18.com/photogallery/business/gold-and-silver-rate-today-july-22-check-18-22-and-24-carat-gold-prices-in-bengaluru-mumbai-delhi-and-other-cities-akd-2452790.html

Acharya Chanakya provides advice for a happy married life, suggesting that husbands should keep their wives away from four types of women to avoid unnecessary conflicts. These include women with bad habits or suspicious behavior, those who show off wealth and harbor excessive desires, those who are habitually angry or negative, and jealous people who speak sweetly but cause harm secretly. Following these principles helps maintain peace and harmony within the family. https://kannada.asianetnews.com/webstories/relationship/chanakya-niti-four-types-of-people-your-wife-should-avoid-for-a-happy-and-peaceful-married-life-suh-dbcyvp9

Police have arrested 11 people, including main accused Basavaraj Padukote of Namma Karnataka Sene, for attacking Greater Bengaluru Authority (GBA) officials in Shivajinagar. The incident occurred during a footpath encroachment clearance drive when the accused allegedly used pepper spray on officials. Before his arrest, Basavaraj released a video claiming the dispute was about a Kannada flag and a temple. Commercial Street police registered an FIR under various BNS sections for obstructing public servants. https://kannada.asianetnews.com/bengaluru-urban/gba-officials-assault-case-shivajinagar-main-accused-basavaraj-arrested-by-bengaluru-police-sat/articleshow-cyt8dm8