Agri firms to get land on lease for value addition

The State government has decided to amend the Karnataka Land Reforms Act, 1974, to allow farmers to lease out their agricultural land to private agro companies, who in turn will have to use technology to increase yield on the leased land.

‘Tainted’ DGET officer goes scot-free, holds key position

An officer in the Department of Employment and Training (DGET) continues to enjoy the benefits of his post and the perks that come with it, despite being convicted by a Special Lokayukta Court for indulging in corruption.

Governor endorses CJ stand on Upa Lokayukta

Governor H R Bhardwaj on Saturday endorsed the objections raised by High Court Chief Justice Vikramajit Sen on the appointment of Justice Chandrashekaraiah as Upa Lokayukta.

Govt not to recall Upa Lokayukta

Minister for Law and Parliamentary Affairs S Suresh Kumar has denied any lapses in the appointment of Justice Chandrashekaraiah as Upa Lokayukta.

Encroachments on 1,955 tank beds cleared in a year

The government has reclaimed 4,944 hectares of land by clearing encrochments on 1,995 tank beds across the State in a year, Minor Irrigation Minister Govinda Karjol said here on Saturday.

A cry in the wilderness, literally

Flood of promises fail to keep hope afloat

For over four decades, the people of Mustoor village in Ranebennur taluk have been victims of constant flooding in Tungabhadra and Kumudvati rivers.

Spot inspection held for shifting Tipu’s armoury

Three killed in car, bike collision

Three people were killed when a car collided head on with a motorcycle at Gyarahalli village on Arsikere Road here on Saturday.

Two farmers commit suicide in State

Two farmers, unable to repay debts, commit suicide in separate incidents on Saturday.

Cops clash in public

A police sub-inspector and a constable fought with each other while on duty in Ripponpet of the taluk on Saturday.

Night traffic ban: Forum suggests alternative roads to Kerala