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Time of India
24-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Minister defends govt's decision to appoint Tamannaah as Mysore Sandal Soap brand ambassador
Shivamogga: Primary and secondary education minister Madhu Bangarappa on Saturday supported the govt's decision to appoint multilingual actor Tamannaah Bhatia as the brand ambassador for Mysore Sandal Soap. He dismissed criticisms, stating that the govt's choice of ambassador is justified and appropriate. During an interaction with the media on Saturday, the minister responded to the BJP's objections regarding the appointment of a non-Kannadiga actor as the brand ambassador for Mysore Sandal Soap. He deemed their criticism insignificant and questioned their stance on watching films in different languages. He highlighted her work across multiple film industries. Referencing Shivanna's role in the Tamil film 'Jailer', the minister questioned the critics' viewing habits of films from various languages, dismissing their arguments as pointless. Questions ceasefire decision Meanwhile, Madhu also questioned the decision to halt military action against Pakistan that was initiated in response to the killings of tourists in Pahalgam. He criticised Trump's intervention and questioned the logic behind the India-Pakistan dialogue. He noted that while Congress supported military action, the govt opted for a ceasefire following Trump's intervention. He expressed disapproval of using third-party mediation to end a conflict that began with strong emotional undertones.
Time of India
09-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Forest land rights issues reviewed for displaced residents, forest dwellers
Shivamogga : A crucial meeting was held on Friday regarding the forest land rights of the Sharavathi hydel project 's displaced residents and traditional forest dwellers in Shivamogga district minister Madhu Bangarappa presided over the meeting held at Vidhana Soudha. Shivamogga district MLAs Gopal Krishna Belur, Sharada Poorya Nayak, MLC Balkis Banu, Chief Secretary Shalini Rajaneesh, along with senior district officials, attended the agenda covered several key points: Conversion of temporary house title deeds to permanent status and rectification of incorrect prescribed forest (PF) entries in land meeting also addressed timeline setting for the final notification of reserved forests under Section 4 of the Karnataka Forest Act, 1963, creation of e-asset records for land title deeds issued by Mysore govt, and exclusion of rehabilitation lands of various dam project victims from forest land designation proposals. Operation Sindoor PM Modi meets NSA, chiefs of armed forces amid spike in tensions with Pak India's air defence systems shoot down Pak drones in J&K, Punjab & Rajasthan Several airports in India to be closed till May 15 - check list The meeting also discussed the regularisation of forest lands occupied before April 27, 1978, transformation of forest villages to revenue villages under the Forest Rights Act, 2006, and land rights for victims affected by Varahi, Chakra Savehaklu, Bhadra, Tunga, and other power and irrigation projects, including conversion of revenue plots (site) within 0.05 affirmed the govt's dedication to addressing these matters and delivering permanent solutions for the forest and land rights of affected inhabitants in Shivamogga offered positive assurance, providing clear instructions to officials for swift resolution.
The Hindu
09-05-2025
- Politics
- The Hindu
Madhu Bangarappa holds meeting with Chief Secretary on granting land for people displaced by dam projects
Shivamogga Minister for School Education Madhu Bangarappa, who is also the Minister in charge of Shivamogga district, held a meeting with Chief Secretary Shalini Rajneesh and other senior officers on granting land for people who were displaced by dam projects, including the Sharavati Hydel Power Project. The meeting discussed the issues related to regularising the cultivation of Soppinabetta and Kaanu lands, and also houses constructed in such lands. The issues related to the people displaced due to Varahi, Chakra, Savehaklu, Bhadra, and Tunga reservoirs came up for discussion. Chief Secretary Shalini Rajneesh said that the government would consider the issues, and officers will be given suitable instructions to resolve the issues. MLA for Sagar Belur Gopala Krishna, MLA for Shivamogga Rural Sharada Puryanaik, MLC Balkhees Banu, Additional Chief Secretary (RDPR) Anjum Parvez, and other officers were present at the meeting.
New Indian Express
04-05-2025
- Politics
- New Indian Express
KAMS seeks overhaul of examination system
BENGALURU: The Associated Management of Primary and Secondary Schools in Karnataka (KAMS) has called for urgent reforms to the state's SSLC examination system, describing it as unjust and outdated compared to other southern states and national education boards such as CBSE and ICSE. A detailed memorandum was submitted to the Principal Secretary of the Department of School Education and Literacy, V. Rashmi Mahesh, and Education Minister Madhu Bangarappa on Saturday. It will be officially presented to Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on May 7. Key recommendations include reducing the pass percentage from 35 to 33, adopting a blended model of internal and external assessments, and aligning the curriculum with NCERT and the National Curriculum Framework (NCF). KAMS has also proposed the introduction of dual-level exam options—basic and standard—in Mathematics and Science to accommodate diverse student learning needs. Additionally, they have recommended implementing formative assessments from Grade 1 onwards and enforcing structured student evaluations under Section 16 of the amended RTE Act, 2019. KAMS also aims to establish a high-level expert committee comprising representatives from the National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT), the Department of State Educational Research and Training (DSERT), the Karnataka School Examination and Assessment Board (KSEAB), and other key educational institutions. This committee would use the guiding principles of the NCF 2023 and the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 to shape future reforms. The memorandum draws comparisons with educational models in Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, and Puducherry. Citing student stress and curriculum inefficiencies, KAMS has emphasized the need for systemic reforms to ensure fairness, reduce academic pressure, and modernise Karnataka's education system.
Deccan Herald
02-05-2025
- General
- Deccan Herald
Karnataka: Stunning debut by RTE students; 75% clear SSLC exam
Of the 25,453 RTE students who appeared for the SSLC exams this year, 19,235 75.57% - cleared the examination. Minister for School Education and Literacy Madhu Bangarappa pointed out that two RTE students had emerged toppers, securing 625 out of 625.
