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Karnataka CM dedicates a rebirthed Tungabhadra dam to farmers of three southern states

Chief Minister D K Shivakumar has said the three states of Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh and Telangana have together taken a ‘historic consensus decision’ to protect the interests of farmers in the Tungabhadra river basin.

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In Devanahalli, land-for-industry swap to likely fetch Rs 2.70 crore per acre, if this meeting is ratified…

The Land Price Determination Advisory Committee has recommended a compensation of ₹2.70 crore per acre to the Karnataka Industrial Areas Development Board (KIADB) for 120 acres in Gokarebacchenahalli and Hyadala villages of Channarayapatna Hobli in Devanahalli taluk, where owners have voluntarily agreed to part with their land for industrial development.

Innovation

Government, private sector collaborate to make India ‘Surakshita, Swa-Rakshita’

A major stakeholder workshop under the national initiative, ‘Atmanirbharta in Defence Manufacturing’, aimed at reducing import dependence and strengthening indigenous defence production, was held at Khanija Bhavan here recently.

Commerce

Government receives ₹143 crore dividend from KSIIDC, indicating profit in commerce

Large and Medium Industries and Infrastructure Development Minister M.B. Patil recently handed over a dividend cheque of ₹143.12 crore to Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar at Vidhana Soudha on behalf of the Karnataka State Industrial and Infrastructure Development Corporation (KSIIDC) from the corporation’s profits for the financial year 2024-25.

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Karnataka invites Andhra Pradesh leadership to celebrate the ‘reinvigoration’ of Tungabhadra dam infrastructure

A high-level state delegation from Karnataka, headed by former minister and current MLC N.S. Boseraju officially met the Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh, N. Chandrababu Naidu, recently and Andhra Pradesh Minister for Irrigation, Nimmala Rama Naidu.

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When Bengaluru witnessed a ‘Jam’ like never before…and loved it too!

The World Music Day celebrations at Rangoli Metro Art Centre in the city recently witnessed an overwhelming response from Bengaluru’s vibrant music community, with more than 130 musicians participating in one of the city’s largest community-led music festivals, a Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL) release said.

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Railway Board approves Gol Gumbaz Express operations via Hubballi and Gadag bypass routes

The Railway Board has approved the operation of the Gol Gumbaz Express, which runs between Mysuru and Pandharpur, via the Hubballi and Gadag bypass routes.

Innovation

‘Ethereality meets Reality’, as VC-backed SpaceTech accelerator, entrepreneurship platform tie up to nurture talent

On the third day of Vivatech 2026 in Paris, KickSky Space Lab, India’s first VC-backed SpaceTech accelerator, announced a strategic partnership with Ideabaaz, India’s first integrated startup discovery and entrepreneurship platform, to identify, support and scale the country’s most promising DeepTech and SpaceTech founders.

Wellness

Isha Foundation to celebrate Yoga Day in Bengaluru with over 2,000 participants

“Sadhguru Sannidhi” in Bengaluru will celebrate the 12th International Day of Yoga on June 21 with a large public event, bringing together more than 2,300 participants from across Karnataka, including NCC cadets, Border Security Force personnel, students, villagers, volunteers, and members of the public.

Sports

‘Shot and Sweet’: India emerges top gun with 8 medals at ISSF Junior World Rifle championship

The National Rifle Association of India (NRAI) recently announced another impressive day for the Indian contingent at the ISSF Junior World Championship 2026 in Suhl, Germany, with the country’s shooters adding five medals to their tally on the second day of competition.