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Karnataka’s ₹100 Crore Tourism Initiative: Yadgir Fort Development and Ropeway Projects

January 1, 2025

Karnataka’s government is set to enhance tourism through investments in historical and religious sites. The recent announcement includes a ₹100 crore initiative focused on Yadgir Fort, part of the One District, One Spot programme. This initiative aims to promote regional ..

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Karnataka Assembly Passes Key Legislative Bills

December 20, 2024

The Karnataka Legislative Assembly has recently passed eight Bills, addressing various issues from groundwater safety to financial accountability. These legislative changes reflect the government’s commitment to enhancing public safety and improving regulatory frameworks. Karnataka Groundwater Regulation Bill This Bill aims ..

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Karnataka’s New SWIFT City Initiative

December 17, 2024

The Karnataka government has revealed its ambitious plan to establish SWIFT City near Sarjapur in Bengaluru, aiming to enhance the start-up ecosystem and position the city as a leading industrial hub. The project follows the recent announcement of KWIN City, ..

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Karnataka Cabinet Approves Fund Transfer Guidelines

December 9, 2024

The Karnataka Cabinet has recently approved new guidelines, to facilitate the transfer of surplus funds between government corporations, which aims to improve financial efficiency and reduce reliance on high-interest loans. Surplus Fund Transfers Profit-making corporations can now share excess funds. ..

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Cabinet Approves of 85 New Kendriya Vidyalayas Across India

December 7, 2024

The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs has recently approved the establishment of 85 new Kendriya Vidyalayas (KVs) in India, which is led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, and aims to enhance educational facilities for Central Government and Defence employees. Additionally, ..

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Karnataka’s Health Minister Orders Study on Handigodu Disease

December 2, 2024

Karnataka’s Health and Family Welfare Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao has initiated a comprehensive approach to address Handigodu disease. This rare genetic disorder impacts the nervous system, leading to health challenges. The minister’s directives aim to enhance healthcare in affected regions. ..

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Karnataka’s Energy Demand Projections for 2034-35

November 11, 2024

Karnataka’s energy landscape is evolving rapidly. Recent data shows a remarkable 22.7% increase in energy sales during FY 2022-23. This growth is the highest recorded in over a decade. The state’s peak demand is projected to exceed 33,000 Megawatts (MW) ..

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Karnataka Waqf Board Claims 17 Monuments in Bidar Fort

November 8, 2024

The Karnataka Board of Waqfs declared 17 monuments within the historic Bidar Fort as its property. This announcement has raised concerns and confusion among local authorities and the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), which manages the fort. Background on Bidar ..

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Karnataka Launches AI Tool Shiksha Copilot for Teachers

October 19, 2024

Karnataka’s School Education and Literacy Minister, Madhu Bangarappa, launched “Shiksha Copilot,” a digital tool powered by artificial intelligence (AI). This tool aims to improve the education system in government schools, helping both teachers and students perform better academically. It was ..

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Karnataka Government Rejects Kasturirangan Committee Report

September 27, 2024

The Karnataka government has decided to reject the Kasturirangan committee report, which was created to protect important ecological areas (ESAs) in the Western Ghats. Despite earlier indications that the report might be reviewed, the government, after a Cabinet meeting, decided ..

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