Dharwad Festival Missing for Over a Decade
Dharwad district in Karnataka has not hosted its signature cultural festival since 2014, sparking concerns about cultural preservation and political inertia.
Dharwad district in Karnataka has not hosted its signature cultural festival since 2014, sparking concerns about cultural preservation and political inertia.
A new initiative called Mindwave Edu Hub launches in Dharwad to train high school teachers in science and math through experiential learning and professional development.
Two railway underpasses in Dharwad are nearing completion, ending long traffic delays on roads to Karnataka University and Haliyal-Dandeli. Vehicular traffic has already started using both stretches.
Hubballi-Dharwad Municipal Corporation launches a community-led initiative where women self-help groups will maintain 12 parks under Amrut 2.0 programme, receiving Rs 10 lakhs each for one year.
Police register FIR in Dharwad school kidnapping case. ZP CEO forms committee for detailed inquiry. DC Divya Prabhu visits rescued children, promises strict legal action.
Karnatak University in Dharwad will introduce artificial intelligence as a mandatory subject across all undergraduate and postgraduate programs starting 2026-27 to bridge the academia-industry gap.
Women groups in Dharwad organized special Makara Sankranti fairs featuring folk performances, traditional dishes, and festive stalls, celebrating the harvest festival with cultural fervor.
Dharwad Deputy Commissioner Divya Prabhu clarifies no voter deletion is happening. The district focuses on voter mapping, with 63.8% progress. Details on constituency-wise achievements.
The Hubballi-Dharwad Municipal Corporation launches a pilot project installing LED streetlights in select areas to evaluate performance and reduce energy consumption.
The Karnataka government approved a two-year extension for Hubballi-Dharwad's 24/7 drinking water project. Officials report 55% completion after five years, with major components nearing finish.
Raita Sena Karnataka alleges district administration apathy, citing a 13-year unresolved land case and threatening protests if grievances are not addressed immediately.
A schoolboy in Lakkundi, Karnataka, discovered 22 gold ornaments worth ₹60-70 lakh buried in a copper pot. ASI says it's not 'treasure' but a historical family hoard. Read the full story.
A Lakkundi family finds 466g gold jewellery but ASI says it's not treasure. Govt halts their house construction, leaving them homeless. Read the full story.
FPAI's Dharwad branch impacted 20,000+ women in 2025 via screening & vaccines. Now, it partners with Tata for 'Race to Erase Cervical Cancer' mission. Read about the 5-point plan.
Hubballi-Dharwad police arrest three men for alleged rape and circulating videos of the crime. Incident occurred late on January 9. Full details inside.
A Nepalese national died and six roommates were hospitalised in Dharwad after suspected suffocation from a coal stove. Police are investigating the tragic incident. Read for details.
Favourable cold weather brings profuse flowering to Dharwad's mango orchards, raising hopes for a 65,000-tonne Alphonso harvest. Officials advise farmers on blossom protection.
Karnataka High Court reserves judgment on Congress MLA Vinay Kulkarni's bail plea in the 2016 Yogesh Gowda murder case. Get the latest updates on this high-profile legal battle.
Hubballi-Dharwad hosts the 3-day Recon Expo-2026, a major real estate event with 150+ stalls. MP Jagadish Shettar & actress Rachita Ram inaugurated, offering plots, flats & home solutions. Explore now!
Moga court complex evacuated following a threat email. Police with anti-sabotage teams conduct a massive search operation. Judicial officers moved to safety. Read for details.
Judicial proceedings in Mohali were suspended after a bomb threat email. Police evacuated the complex and conducted a thorough search. No explosives were found. Stay informed with the latest updates.
An anonymous bomb threat email targeting courts in Odisha and multiple states caused mass evacuations and high alert. Investigation underway to trace the sender. Read details.
IGNOU's JSS Study Centre in Dharwad starts admissions for Jan 2026 cycle. Apply for UG, PG, diploma & certificate courses before Jan 31, 2026. Contact details inside.
Multiple courts in Bihar, including Patna and Gaya, were evacuated after email bomb threats. Police found no explosives, terming it a hoax. Cyber cells are tracing the source. Read for details.
Lawyers of Gauhati High Court Bar Association begin a 3-day hunger strike against shifting court to North Guwahati. 86% members oppose the move in referendum. Read details.
Court proceedings in Cuttack and Sambalpur were halted for hours after bomb threat emails. Evacuation protocols were activated, but no suspicious objects were found. Read the full story.
Bomb threat emails led to the evacuation of district court complexes in Mohali and Rupnagar on Thursday. Police and bomb squads conducted thorough searches, declaring the threats a hoax. Read for details.
Anonymous emails threatening suicide attacks with RDX-based IEDs forced the evacuation of three district courts in Chhattisgarh. Police conducted extensive searches but found no explosives. Read the full details.
The Gauhati High Court Bar Association announces boycott of foundation stone-laying ceremony for new complex in North Guwahati, citing accessibility concerns. Read details on the ongoing dispute.
Farmers in Karnataka districts like Belagavi and Mysuru are shifting to climate-resilient sweet potato cultivation. Discover how this tuber is becoming a strategic choice for water-scarce regions.