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Time of India
4 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Financial Freedom: At Independence Day, Karnataka to showcase success stories of flagship schemes
Bengaluru: State govt will showcase its flagship welfare initiatives—the five guarantee schemes—under the theme of Financial Freedom at the Independence Day celebrations at Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw Parade Ground on Friday. A special presentation will highlight how the schemes—Shakti (free bus travel for women), Gruha Jyothi Scheme (power bill subsidies), Gruha Lakshmi (financial aid for women heads of households), Yuva Nidhi (unemployment allowance for youth), and Anna Bhagya (free rice distribution)—have transformed lives across the state, said Bengaluru urban deputy commissioner G Jagadeesha. "Karnataka now has the highest per-capita income in the country. We want to depict how these schemes have contributed to that achievement," he said while briefing reporters on Wednesday. You Can Also Check: Bengaluru AQI | Weather in Bengaluru | Bank Holidays in Bengaluru | Public Holidays in Bengaluru | Gold Rates Today in Bengaluru | Silver Rates Today in Bengaluru A cultural programme inspired by the concept of Financial Freedom will be performed by National Service Scheme volunteers from city's PU colleges, right after the ceremonial parade. The post-parade line-up will also include a police band performance and a student-led tribute to Karnataka's women freedom fighters. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like These Are The Most Beautiful Women In The World Undo BBMP chief commissioner Maheshwar Rao said engineering teams are working to ensure the parade ground remains ready for march-past despite rain. "Chief minister Siddaramaiah will hoist the national flag at 9am and inspect the parade in a jeep," he said. Seating for 8,000 people, along with drinking water and toilet facilities, has been arranged, he added. People can enter through Gate 5 (near Manipal Centre) and will be seated in blocks 7, 8 and 9. On security, Bengaluru city police commissioner Seemanth Kumar Singh said around 2,000 personnel will be deployed on I-Day in and around the parade ground. "There are already about 500 CCTV cameras in the vicinity, and 100 more will be installed for the event," he said. People must arrive well in advance so that security checks can be completed in time, he added. Thirty contingents are set to march in the parade. This will include groups from BSF, Karnataka police, Goa police, fire services, National Cadet Corps, civil defence, scouts and guides as well as students from nine Bengaluru schools. INSET 1: Get your e-pass for parade For the first time, e-pass has been introduced for attending I-Day celebrations. A total of 3,000 e-passes with QR codes will be issued on first-come, first-served basis. People need to register on Karnataka Seva Sindhu portal with Aadhaar number. They can present digital or self-printed version of the pass at the venue. INSET 2: What not to carry to I-Day event Attendees are not allowed to carry cigarettes, match boxes, pamphlets, cameras, sharp objects like knives, food items, water bottles, liquor, narcotics, weapons, black handkerchiefs and coloured liquids to the venue. INSET 3: Traffic curbs to watch out for From 8am to 11am, movement of vehicles will be prohibited on Cubbon Road (between BRV junction and Kamaraj road junction). Parking of vehicles is prohibited on Central Street (from Anil Kumble Circle to Shivajinagar bus stand), Cubbon Road (from CTO circle to Kamaraj Road junction) and on MG Road (from Anil Kumble circle to Queen's circle). Stay updated with the latest local news from your city on Times of India (TOI). Check upcoming bank holidays , public holidays , and current gold rates and silver prices in your area.
New Indian Express
16-07-2025
- Business
- New Indian Express
Bengaluru auto union calls fare hike ‘unscientific', wants it withdrawn
BENGALURU: The Auto Rickshaw Drivers Union (ARDU) has opposed the unilateral decision by Bengaluru Urban DC G Jagadeesha to revise autorickshaw meter fares, without holding consultations with stakeholders. The fare revision order, issued on Monday, has been criticised by the union as 'unscientific' and lacking procedural transparency. The ARDU said it has been demanding fare revision since 2023. Previous DCs had held meetings with autorickshaw organisations, but the current decision was taken without any such dialogue, they alleged. Citing Karnataka Motor Vehicle Rules 53, it stressed that 'DCs are not presidents of the regional transport authority, and hence, cannot make unilateral decisions on fare structures'. It also noted that DCs lack the authority to issue or cancel auto permits within Bengaluru.
Hans India
07-07-2025
- Hans India
Bengaluru district reclaims encroached govt land worth Rs 50 crore in major drive
Bengaluru: Ina major crackdown on land encroachments, the Bengaluru Urban District Administration has reclaimed over 8 acres of government land worth approximately Rs 50.05 crore from illegal occupation across various taluks on Friday. The operation, led by Bengaluru Urban Deputy Commissioner G Jagadeesha, was carried out simultaneously across multiple locations under the supervision of respective tahsildars. Encroachments on gomala (grazing lands), burial grounds, pathways, and community spaces were cleared in a coordinated drive. Among the key recoveries: In KR Puram hobli of Bengaluru East taluk, 0.04 gunta of gundu topu land in Kodigehalli village, valued at ₹2.5 crore, was reclaimed; in Varthur hobli's Valepura village, 0.20 gunta of gomala land worth ₹5 crore was freed from encroachment; Anekal taluk saw the clearance of 0.01 gunta of gomala land in Ramanayakanahalli, Sarjapur hobli, valued at ₹35,000; in Bengaluru South, 0.01 gunta of encroached burial ground land in Parappana Agrahara village was cleared, along with 0.18 gunta of gundu topu in Vajrahalli village, worth around ₹25 crore and in Tavarekere hobli, encroachments were cleared from a pathway between Jogerahalli and Naganahalli villages, totaling 0.15 gunta, valued at ₹45,000. Further north, in Dasanapura hobli of Bengaluru North taluk, authorities recovered 2 acres and 0.22 gunta of gomala land in Bommashettihalli village worth ₹5.1 crore, and smaller tracts in Venkattapura and Hosahalligollarapalya villages. In Yelahanka taluk, 3 acres and 0.22 gunta of land in Kakolu village, Hesaraghatta hobli, valued at ₹10.5 crore, was reclaimed. According to officials,these actions are part of an ongoing effort to reclaim public land and protect government property from encroachment. Further drives are expected in the coming weeks.
India Gazette
05-06-2025
- Sport
- India Gazette
"Will issue notice to KSCA, RCB and Police Commissioner": Bengaluru stampede investigating officer Jagadeesha
Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], June 5 (ANI): G Jagadeesha, the Bengaluru Urban Deputy Commissioner and the investigating officer of the Bengaluru stampede incident, on Thursday said that he will issue a notice to the Karnataka Cricket Board, Royal Challengers Bengaluru management, and others. Jagadeesha inspected the incident site near the Chinnaswamy Stadium, along with his officials, today. Speaking to the media, he said, 'I will issue notice to KSCA (Karnataka State Cricket Association), RCB, Event Manager, Police Commissioner...I will issue a notice to RCB management.' Meanwhile, following the horrific incident during their IPL winning celebrations, the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) has come forward with a compassionate gesture to honour those affected. Deeply moved by the turn of events, RCB released an official statement expressing profound grief and pledged immediate financial assistance to the families of the deceased. 'The unfortunate incident in Bengaluru yesterday caused a lot of anguish and pain for the RCB family. As a mark of respect and a gesture of solidarity, RCB has announced a financial support of Rs 10 lakh to each of the eleven families of the deceased. In addition, a fund called RCB Cares is also being created to support fans injured in this tragic incident,' the statement read. Acknowledging the injuries sustained by other fans during the incident, the franchise has also set up a dedicated relief initiative named 'RCB Cares', aimed at extending medical and financial aid to those hurt. 'Our fans have always been the heartbeat of RCB. We remain united in grief,' the franchise said. The incident occurred on Wednesday during the Royal Challengers Bengaluru's IPL winning celebrations near the iconic M Chinnaswamy Stadium, when thousands of fans gathered to catch a glimpse of their favourite players. Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah stated at a press conference that 11 people died in the incident while 33 others were injured. Earlier today, the Karnataka High Court notified the state government about the stampede and again listed the matter for hearing on June 10. The High Court took suo motu cognisance of the incident and asked for a further status report. 'We have expressed ourselves to the Advocate General, and he has filed a status report, which is taken on record. Registry is directed to register this suo-motu cognisance as a suo-moto WP. Relist on 10th June, Tuesday,' the Court said. (ANI)
NDTV
05-06-2025
- NDTV
Case Filed Against RCB, Karnataka Cricket Body Over Bengaluru Stampede Deaths
Bengaluru: The Bengaluru Police have filed a case on their own (suo moto) against RCB, the state cricket body, and DNA Entertainment over the stampede on Wednesday that killed 11 and left dozens injured. DNA Entertainment managed the RCB's IPL victory celebrations, while the Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA) organised the event, according to the state government. The police have handed over the case to the Criminal Investigation Department (CID). Apart from the first information report (FIR), the district magistrate G Jagadeesha, who was appointed by the Karnataka government to investigate the incident, today said notices will also be sent to the KSCA, the Bengaluru Metro, and the RCB franchise. Mr Jagadeesha visited Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru today and inspected the gates where crowding had happened before the situation worsened into a stampede. "I started working on it [investigation] from today itself," Mr Jagadeesha told reporters. The report has to be submitted to the state government within 15 days. The district magistrate said he will analyse CCTV footage and other visuals from the area at the time the incident happened, for which he will ask families of those who were killed and injured for their statements. The general public can also give their statements between 10.30 am and 1.30 pm on June 13, the district magistrate said. A list of policemen who were deployed during the RCB's IPL victory celebration will be made and they will be asked to give their statements, he added.
