Karnataka govt sanctions Rs 9 crore for a synthetic athletic track & Rs 1.5 crore for a basketball court at Madikeri's General Thimayya Stadium. MLA Manthar Gowda announces initial fund release.
India's domestic production now meets 73% of its fertiliser demand, a significant rise from 57% in 2020-21, reducing import dependency and boosting food security. Discover the government's strategy for self-reliance.
Mysuru MP Yaduveer Wadiyar writes to Jal Shakti Minister, demanding urgent central funds and action plan to combat pollution and encroachments on the River Cauvery in Kodagu.
Karnataka's Chief Secretary reviews new cab pickup rules at KIA to ease passenger congestion. The plan includes a dedicated holding area and tech solutions for smoother transit.
Rashmika Mandanna leads Kodagu's taxpayer list, paying ₹4.69 crore income tax this year. Her financial discipline mirrors her soaring Pan-India film career and smart investments. Read her inspiring journey.
Badagarakeri Govt Higher Primary School in rural Kodagu, preparing for its 125th anniversary, is threatened by a collapsing wall. 73 students' safety at risk as authorities are urged for urgent renovation.
Ex-MLAs KG Bopaiah & Appachu Ranjan allege a new Congress circular has reignited the settled Jamma Bane land dispute in Kodagu. They urge the govt not to mislead the public. Read the full story.
UAE mandates exit permits for students to leave school, introduces strict absence tracking. New rules aim to boost child safety. Details on permits, 'Friday trap', and penalties for Indian families.
Mysuru-Kodagu MP Yaduveer Wadiyar demands immediate steps to halt pollutants entering River Cauvery in Kushalnagar, citing health risks and unfinished projects.
Chikkamagaluru, a key coffee-growing district, faces a spike in coffee bean thefts due to high prices. Planters urge strict rules and police patrols for safety. Read more.
Farmers in Udaipur held a unique protest against urea shortage and black marketing. They garlanded donkeys, symbolically mourned a fertiliser bag, and demanded systemic reforms. Read more.
Karnataka's Kodava Sahitya Academy holds crucial meeting in Virajpet to strategize for including the Kodava language in the Constitution's Eighth Schedule. Community leaders and officials unite for this historic demand.
Agriculture officials in Kodagu mandate strict adherence to fertiliser inventory rules. Retailers must sell only to local farmers based on landholding, with FIR threats for violations.
Chandigarh advocate Siddharth Arora critiques Supreme Court's 2025 orders on community dogs, highlighting violations of ABC Rules 2023 and the constitutional principle of coexistence. Read the full analysis.
The Centre's fertiliser subsidy for Rabi season climbs by Rs 736 crore to Rs 24,420 crore, driven by increased nutrient-based support. Farmers to benefit from stable DAP and MOP prices.
India's urea fertilizer imports skyrocketed by 120.3% to 7.17 million tonnes during April-November 2024-25, reveals FAI data. Explore the causes and impact on agriculture.
Telangana farmers exceed urea limits by 50-100%, harming crop quality and health. Experts warn of cancer, kidney risks, and soil damage. Learn the scientific guidelines.
Kodagu officials emphasized boosting MSMEs for national development. Govt support, Rs 1,300 crore credit, and 5% interest loans aim to spur jobs and innovation. Read more.
India's Labour Ministry proposes new social security rules for gig workers, requiring 90 days of work for eligibility. Draft rules open for public consultation. A historic step or an exclusionary bar?
Indian travellers to Saudi Arabia must now obtain prior clearance for carrying certain restricted medicines. Learn the new rules to avoid legal issues and deportation.
A joint raid in Amethi exposed an illegal fertiliser and insecticide repacking unit operating from a college room. FIR filed for violations of FCO, Insecticides Act. Details inside.
Karnataka Minister Eshwar Khandre reveals massive forest land value locked in litigation, stressing urgent protection to prevent human-wildlife conflict. Read more.
A 62-year-old farmer was killed by a wild elephant near his farm in Madikeri's Sangayyanpur. In a separate incident, a 39-year-old man was murdered in Kodagu. Read the latest details.
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Rating agency ICRA predicts India's fertiliser subsidy outlay will remain high at Rs 1.9 lakh crore in FY27. Learn what's driving the cost and its impact on government finances.
Uttar Pradesh Agriculture Minister Surya Pratap Shahi warns of strict action, including FIRs and licence cancellation, against forced tagging and overpricing of fertilisers. Read the full story.
Kodagu SP K Ramarajan warns homestays & resorts of legal action for illegal activities during New Year. Music till 10 PM, no loud parties. Call 112 for complaints.
Madikeri MLA Manthar Gowda announces a special ₹80 crore grant for road development in Kodagu. The funds, pending CM's approval, aim to transform State Highway-85 and address long-standing public demands.
Kuwait introduces major residency reforms: a 6-month cap on staying abroad for most expats, new long-term 'Golden' visas for investors, and stricter rules for domestic workers. Learn the key changes.
A herd of wild elephants wreaked havoc on Pollibetta Road in Siddapur, Kodagu, destroying lakhs worth of crops. The increasing menace threatens coffee harvest and worker safety. Read more.