Belagavi Chooses Beer Over Whisky for New Year 2026
Belagavi's New Year celebrations saw a cultural shift as beer consumption rose to 1,62,344 bottles, overtaking traditional winter whisky. Explore the changing drinking trends in Karnataka.
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Security Lapse at Hindalaga Jail as Contraband Thrown Over Wall
CCTV captures a masked man throwing packets containing mobile phones and suspected drugs into Belagavi's Hindalaga Central Jail, raising serious security concerns. Police investigation underway.
Karnataka Local Body Polls Scheduled for 2026
Karnataka Deputy CM DK Shivakumar announces Zilla and Taluk Panchayat elections within three months. Get the latest updates on the 2026 local body polls and political implications.
Belagavi Flyover Awaits Public Feedback Before Start
Belagavi's proposed flyover project will only be implemented after public consultation. A meeting on Jan 6 will gather stakeholder feedback. The project, approved in three phases, aims to ease traffic.
Belagavi civic staff demand union meeting after 10 years
Belagavi City Corporation employees submit memorandum, accusing union leadership of failing to address grievances for a decade. They demand immediate general body meeting.
First-of-its-kind childcare centre opens in Kalaburagi
Azim Premji Foundation launches a unique childcare centre in Ijeri village, Kalaburagi, for children of agricultural labourers. Plan to open 40 more centres in the region.
AIDSO Demands Probe into RCU Belagavi Corruption Scandal
AIDSO demands an independent probe into alleged multi-crore corruption at Rani Channamma University, citing tender cost escalation and bribery. Read more.
Belagavi-Mumbai flight suspended, connectivity reduced
Belagavi's air connectivity suffers a major blow as the Mumbai flight is suspended from Dec 26, reducing direct links to just five cities. Locals express shock and disappointment.
Drinking water crisis hits 35 villages in Chamarajanagar
A severe drinking water shortage has impacted 35 villages in Karnataka's Chamarajanagar district prematurely. With groundwater depleted, tankers are deployed as the crisis looms.
Udupi Villagers Demand Flood-Preventing Desilting Work
Residents of seven villages in Brahmavar taluk threaten mass protest if the government fails to desilt a natural water stream within 15 days, fearing annual artificial floods.
Two Boys Drown in Belagavi Canal While Herding Sheep
Two 10-year-old boys drowned in a canal in Belagavi's Padamandi village while herding sheep. The tragic incident occurred on Friday morning. Read the full report.
Defunct Anti-Poaching Camps Raise Wildlife Concerns in Belagavi
Over 15 anti-poaching camps in Khanapur taluk have been non-operational for nearly three years, raising alarm over wildlife safety and giving poachers a free run. Read more.
Truck Driver Dies in Mandya Quarry Accident
A tipper truck driver died after his vehicle fell into a deep, water-filled stone quarry in Nagamangala, Mandya. Rescue ops face challenges. Police investigate.
Eyewitnesses Describe Panic in Karnataka Bus Fire Rescue
Eyewitnesses recount the terrifying moments as a bus caught fire in Karnataka after an accident. Read about the heroic rescue attempts and the tragic loss of life.
Chitradurga Accident: 5 Dead, DNA Tests for Identification
Five bodies retrieved from Chitradurga accident site, DNA testing ordered for identification. 20 injured undergoing treatment across three hospitals. Latest updates on the tragic Karnataka road mishap.
Three Blackbucks Killed in Kadur, Forest Dept Investigates
Forest officials in Chikkamagaluru investigate the killing of three blackbucks with bullet injuries in Kadur taluk. DCF Ramesh Babu rules out local farmer involvement, citing religious beliefs. Read for details.
Kudremukh Tribal Families Without Power, Face Relocation Choice
Around 120 families, including Malekudiya tribals, in Karnataka's Kudremukh National Park lack electricity. The state offers a Rs 75 lakh electrification plan or a compensation package for relocation, sparking a debate on tribal welfare vs. forest conserv
Karnataka to Defend Belagavi DC in Privilege Row, Flyover Cleared
Karnataka PWD Minister Satish Jarkiholi vows legal fight against privilege complaint by Maharashtra MP. State cabinet approves 2km Belagavi flyover. Minister also addresses Pocso case handling.
Belagavi Minor Assaults: Police Leniency Sparks Political Row
A series of sexual assaults on minors in Belagavi taluk, coupled with allegations of police inaction under political pressure, triggers a major controversy. High Court and Child Rights Commission intervene.
Car tyre burst in Koppal injures eight people
A car tyre burst in Sriramanagar, Koppal, led to a chain collision involving a school bus and a motorcycle. Eight injured, three critical. Details inside.
Infosys sells Bengaluru land to Puravankara for Rs 250 crore
Infosys sells a major land parcel in Anekal Taluk to Puravankara for Rs 250 crore, boosting the developer's Bengaluru pipeline to a potential GDV of Rs 13,900 crore. Read the full details.
Three Blackbucks Found Dead in Kadur, Suspected Poaching
Two female and one male blackbuck, all under two years old, were found dead near a conservation reserve in Chikkamagaluru. Forest officials suspect poaching. Read for details.
Nagarahole Tribals Hold Historic Gram Sabhas for Forest Rights
Tribal communities in Nagarahole Tiger Reserve are holding organised gram sabhas, demanding rights under the Forest Rights Act, 2006. A major assembly is planned for Jan 2, 2026. Read more.
Aland BEO Visits Students' Homes to Improve SSLC Scores
Aland BEO V Rangaswamy Shetty visits villages to guide 6,700 SSLC students and parents, promoting focused study environments. Initiative targets improved exam performance in Kalaburagi district.
Belagavi's Smart City Bus Terminus Now Fully Functional
Belagavi's state-of-the-art city bus terminus, inaugurated in October, is now fully operational after resolving technical handover issues. The Rs 49.8 crore facility aims to decongest the city's central bus station.
HC Rejects Rs 3000 Crore Bridge Compensation Claim
Karnataka High Court overturns a Rs 3000 crore compensation order against the state in a long-standing Hampi suspension bridge case, offering major relief. Read the full legal saga.
Belagavi's First Flyover Approved at Rs 275.5 Crore
Belagavi's long-awaited first flyover, a 2 km Elevated Corridor from Hotel Sankam to Dharmaveer Sambhaji Maharaj Chowk, gets administrative approval. Read about the project's details and impact.
Siddaramaiah lays foundation for Malavalli Praja Soudha
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah laid the foundation for Malavalli's Praja Soudha, a centralized hub for govt offices to enhance public service accessibility and administrative efficiency.
Permanent Teacher Delay Hurts Tribal Education in Mysuru
Delay in appointing permanent teachers in Mysuru's 21 ashram schools impacts 3000 tribal students' education. Activists demand urgent staff recruitment and better facilities. Read more.
Special Action Force for Mandya After 46 Communal Cases
Karnataka govt plans SAF for Mandya district, which reported 46 communal clashes in 5 years. Nagamangala taluk alone saw 24 cases. Read more on the new security measure.
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