Due to the lack of rainfall in the Kalyan Karnataka region, crops are drying up, causing severe distress to farmers. To pray for good rains and the welfare of farmers, young activist Sridevi Kattimani visited the famous Shri Mailapura Mallayya Temple in Yadgir and offered special prayers. She urged the government to take the farmers' plight seriously and provide necessary relief measures immediately. https://sanjevani.com/sridevi-kattimani-offers-special-prayers-to-mailapura-mallayya-for-the-welfare-of-farmers-yadgir-karnataka/

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

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/

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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

Former Minister N. Chaluvarayaswamy has criticized H.D. Deve Gowda for his protests against D.K. Shivakumar. He suggested that Deve Gowda should provide guidance in Vidhana Soudha rather than acting out of jealousy. He questioned why Deve Gowda remained silent during the NEET scam and farmer protests in Devanahalli, yet is now opposing DK Shivakumar's work. He also mocked Kumaraswamy and R. Ashoka, stating they are living in an illusion. https://www.kannadaprabha.com/karnataka/2026/Jul/16/congress-mla-chaluvarayaswamy-hits-out-hd-devegowda-over-bidadi-township

Actress Tamannaah Bhatia is set to star in the third installment of the popular Bollywood horror franchise 'Ragini MMS', titled 'Ragini 3'. Directed by Shashank Ghosh and produced by Ekta Kapoor's Balaji Motion Pictures, the film's shooting has officially commenced in London. Tamannaah shared the update via her Instagram story. The film, which also stars Junaid Khan, is being touted as a 'date night horror' entertainer blending romance and comedy. While Nora Fatehi was initially considered, the role eventually went to Tamannaah. The movie is scheduled for a grand theatrical release in 2027. https://kannada.news18.com/news/entertainment/tamannaah-bhatia-doing-horror-thriller-movie-ragini-3-shoot-begins-dvp-2448970.html

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

Popular actress Uma Shankari, known for her role in the film 'Uppidada M.B.B.S', has revealed that she has been diagnosed with breast cancer. She shared an emotional post on social media stating that she is currently undergoing her second round of chemotherapy and immunotherapy. Uma, who worked in Kannada, Tamil, and Telugu cinema before moving away from acting post-marriage, expressed her determination to fight the disease and thanked her family and fans for their support during this difficult time. https://www.kannadaprabha.com/cinema/news/2026/Jul/15/actress-uma-shankari-undergoes-second-round-of-chemotherapy

Chennamma Deve Gowda, wife of former Prime Minister and JDS chief H.D. Deve Gowda, has been admitted to a private hospital on HAL Old Airport Road in Bengaluru due to age-related health issues. The 86-year-old was hospitalized on Friday. Medical sources have confirmed that her condition is currently stable. https://www.varthabharati.in/bengaluru/hd-deve-gowdas-wife-chennamma-admitted-to-hospital-2261580