Haveri: Heggeri Lake in Haveri is mired in environmental and public health hazards as illegal dumping of animal carcasses continues unabated.The practice poses serious risks, including water contamination, disease outbreaks, and harm to local ecosystems. Authorities have cited inadequate waste management in the area as the reason behind this mess. As carcasses decompose, they release…
Belagavi: Two weeks after its grand inauguration under the Smart City initiative, the newly constructed City Bus Terminal (CBT) in Belagavi remains non-functional, inconveniencing the commuters. Located adjacent to the central bus terminal, the new CBT was envisioned to replace the outdated facility, which long suffered from overcrowding and lacked basic amenities. The old terminal…
Koppal: The principal civil and JMFC court in Gangavathi sentenced six individuals, including a church pastor, to two years in prison and fined them Rs 10,000 for their involvement in a case of child marriage.On May 22, 2020, a minor girl was allegedly married at the Gadwal Camp Church located in Gangavathi taluk. This incident…
Belagavi: In a significant political statement following the Belagavi District Central Cooperative (BDCC) Bank elections, district minister Satish Jarkiholi and Arabhavi MLA Balachandra Jarkiholi claimed that 13 out of 16 elected candidates are aligned with them, effectively ensuring their control over the bank’s administration for the next five years.Addressing a press conference here on Sunday…
Haveri: A 55-year-old resident of Byadagi was defrauded of Rs 91 lakh through an online investment scheme that promised high returns, authorities said. Hazarat Ali Babusab Halagere deposited funds into multiple accounts controlled by fraudsters, who invested the money in Pearlvine International, an unrecognised entity claiming to be US-based and offering several ‘lucrative’ investment options.The…
Pic: Celebrations by Laxman Savadi followers following his victory in BDCC Bank electionBelagavi: The results of the high-stakes Belagavi District Central Cooperative (BDCC) Bank elections remain partially in suspense after the Dharwad bench of the Karnataka high court directed officials to withhold the announcement of results for four key seats — Bailhongal, Kittur, Nippani, and…
Bagalkot: In a bizarre accident, an oil lamp placed at the door to mark Deepavali allegedly fell into an open space where grease and vehicle oil were thrown on Saturday night at Gaddanakeri Cross. Seven people residing on the first floor were injured in the incident.The whole building, belonging to Umesh Meti, where two families…
Pic: Dharwad market wears a colourful look with skylamps and other materials being sold on the eve of Deepavali (TOI)Dharwad: The city of Dharwad is brimming with joy and devotion as residents gear up to celebrate Deepavali with religious fervour, pomp and gaiety. The festival commenced on Sunday evening with the traditional worship of water…
Photo: Vani Vilasa Sagara reservoirChitradurga: The Vani Vilasa Sagara reservoir in Chitradurga district has reached its full capacity of 30 tmcft for the fourth time since its construction in 1907. Abundant rainfall and water discharge from the Bhadra reservoir have given hope to farmers and locals following the previous year’s water shortage.The first overflow was…
Belagavi: Two doctors at Chikodi Mother and Child Hospital were suspended on charges of negligence in treatment and collusion with a private scanning centre. Medical officer Dr Jayalaxmi Musale and obstetrician Dr Kamala Kulageri are the suspended doctors. The commissioner of the health and family welfare department issued a suspension order.According to the order issued,…
