Belagavi's 17th Kannada Literary Conference on Jan 10-11
The 17th Belagavi District Kannada Sahitya Sammelana, presided by writer SV Mali, unfolds on Jan 10-11 in Harugeri. Get details on the schedule, dignitaries, and events.
The 17th Belagavi District Kannada Sahitya Sammelana, presided by writer SV Mali, unfolds on Jan 10-11 in Harugeri. Get details on the schedule, dignitaries, and events.
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Andhra Pradesh Govt launches Avakai: Amaravati Festival of Cinema, Culture & Literature from Jan 8-10, 2026. A public riverfront event celebrating Telugu arts. Explore the details!
Kannada actress Nandini CM, known for 'Kannad Gothilla', died by suicide in her Bengaluru home. Her mother has filed a complaint, stating no suspicion on anyone. Details inside.
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The 17th Bengaluru International Film Festival (BIFFes) runs from Jan 29 to Feb 6, 2025. With Prakash Raj as ambassador, it will screen 200+ films from 60 countries, focusing on women's empowerment. Details inside.
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Health Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao inaugurated Karavali Utsava 2025, stating such festivals unite people and attract investment for regional development. He announced a Rs 2 crore sanction from the CM.
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KDA Chairman Prof Purushotham Bilimale has urged Railway Minister V Somanna to take action against officials for linguistic negligence and implement a self-regulation mechanism. Read more.
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