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Legislative Council member C.T. Ravi has expressed concerns over the celebration of Ganeshotsava, asserting that despite Hindus constituting 80% of the population
C.T. Ravi, a member of the Legislative Council, raised concerns regarding the ownership of Wakf Board properties, drawing comparisons to the government’s control over temple properties.
Authorities, however, have promised action. A local officer mentioned that fines have been imposed on violators, and efforts are underway to streamline waste management across the district.
The forest division of Sirsi, covering over 1.7 lakh hectares, including Betta lands, remains committed to preserving biodiversity and nurturing such vital plant species.
In defiance of a stringent government ban, over 200 tourists recently trekked to the restricted area of Ettina Bhuja in Mudigere Taluk, Chikkamagaluru district, prompting a significant backlash from both locals and environmentalists.
In a distressing incident in Kalasa taluk, Chikkamagaluru district, tribals had to transport the body of 19-year-old Avinash using a makeshift cloth stretcher due to the lack of motorable roads and essential facilities.
In Chikkamagaluru, a deputy range forest officer (DRFO) has been suspended for allegedly selling duplicate tickets to visitors at Bandaje Falls and Ballarayana Durga.
The Union Commerce Ministry has announced a significant boost for coffee growers in Chikmagalur with a grant of ₹307.80 crore.
A Google Maps image showing a crack at the popular Rani Jhari tourist spot near Kalasa in Chikkamagaluru district has caused widespread alarm among locals and tourists.
Imtiaz was apprehended after female students lodged complaints accusing him of inappropriate behavior both on school grounds and during a school trip.
The forest department’s efforts to reclaim encroached land have met with backlash from the farming community, who depend on this land for their livelihoods.
The process of installing a new stop log gate at the 19th crest gate site of the Tungabhadra reservoir, which was washed away five days ago, began on Wednesday.
In a tragic accident on Thursday afternoon in Gabgal village, Chikkamagaluru, Saldana, a 46-year-old coffee grower, lost his life after coming into contact with an overhead electric wire. Saldana
Attigundi, a village at the base of Mullayanagiri in Chikkamagaluru taluk, has been in darkness for the past 45 days due to relentless torrential rains.
In response to the devastating landslides in Shiruru, Uttara Kannada, and Wayanad, Kerala, the Karnataka forest department has mandated the removal of illegal homestays.
Karnataka Energy Minister K.J. George has urged Chief Minister Siddaramaiah to allocate a special relief package for Chikkamagalur district
Kadur police have arrested three individuals involved in cattle thefts and recovered stolen property, including vehicles and livestock, marking a significant breakthrough in the case.
Chikkamagaluru is on high alert following a landslide warning for Charmadi Ghat, heightened by recent events in Wayanad, Kerala, and past landslides on Shiradi Ghat.
Chikkamagaluru and Madikeri have been heavily impacted by continuous rainfall since Monday night, leading to severe flooding of roads and bridges.
Heavy rainfall in Chikkamagaluru has led to restrictions on tourist entry to Mullayanagiri until June 22, with local authorities emphasizing safety due to overflowing rivers and minor hill collapses.
