Karnataka

Agumbe Loses Rainfall Crown to Other Karnataka Towns

Created: September 21, 2023

Agumbe Rainforest Complex (ARC) in Karnataka, famed for its high rainfall, has seen a decline in its monsoon rainfall over the past two years, resulting in it losing its crown to lesser-known towns in Udupi district. What has been the ..

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UNESCO Recognizes Karnataka’s Sacred Ensembles of Hoysalas as World Heritage

Created: September 19, 2023

UNESCO has officially added Karnataka’s Sacred Ensembles of Hoysalas to its prestigious World Heritage list. These ancient temples, previously on UNESCO’s Tentative list since 2014, now gain global recognition for their exceptional cultural and historical significance. The Hoysala temples, located ..

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Impact of CMV and ToMV on Tomato Crops

Created: July 6, 2023

Tomato growers in regions like Maharashtra and Karnataka have been facing significant challenges due to the impact of two viruses – Cucumber mosaic virus (CMV) and Tomato mosaic virus (ToMV). These viruses have been causing substantial losses in tomato yields, ..

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Janjatiya Khel Mahotsav

Created: June 15, 2023

The recently concluded Janjatiya Khel Mahotsav at KIIT, Bhubneshwar witnessed an incredible display of talent and sportsmanship as tribal athletes from across India came together to compete in various disciplines. With a resounding victory in multiple categories, Odisha emerged as ..

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Karnataka High Court’s Verdict on Necrophilia

Created: June 5, 2023

The Karnataka High Court recently delivered a significant verdict regarding a controversial case involving sexual intercourse with a woman’s dead body. The Court’s Ruling and Case Background In the case before the Karnataka High Court, which involved a rape and ..

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New Species of Spiny Clam Shrimps

Created: May 2, 2023

Researchers have uncovered two genetically unique species of spiny clam shrimps, also known as Spinicaudatans, in Karnataka and Goa. These newly discovered species are distinct from other Indian species previously identified. What are Spiny Clam Shrimps? Spiny clam shrimps, despite ..

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