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Time of India
2 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Min highlights govt's devpt schemes, achievements
1 2 3 Mysuru: District minister Dr H C Mahadevappa on Friday described Karnataka's development model as the one aimed at empowerment of all citizens, ensuring equal rights and opportunities for all, abiding by the law of the land. He was speaking at the 79th Independence Day celebrations organised by the district administration and the National Festivals Celebration Committee held at Banni Mantap Grounds here. He said that the govt not only walked the talk, but also successfully implemented all five poll guarantee schemes. As many as seven lakh families were benefiting from the Anna Bhagya free 10kg of rice. Additionally, 32.6 crore women travelled in its state-run buses after it rolled out the Shakthi scheme of free bus travel for women. Furthermore, 9.14 lakh women heads of families were benefiting from the Gruha Lakshmi scheme, receiving monthly assistance of Rs 2,000 each, with 10,539 beneficiaries benefiting from Yuva Nidhi scheme. The govt has also implemented Krishi Bhagya, promoting agriculture, horticulture, irrigation, and watershed development schemes. So far, 13,985 houses were constructed against the target of 21,000 houses in the district. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Villas For Sale in Dubai Might Surprise You Villas In Dubai | Search Ads Get Rates Undo He also said Mysuru City Corporation has collected a record property tax of Rs 239 crore this fiscal year in the state, achieving 93%. It also entered into an agreement with Bharat Petroleum Organisation for the establishment of a compressed biogas plant at the cost of Rs 65 crore by processing 145 tonnes of waste generated every day in Mysuru. The govt also established nine Namma clinics, extending 12 types of health services to people. The govt will complete the Dr B R Ambedkar Bhavan at a cost of Rs 23 crore by Mysuru Development Authority on Deewan's Road here. MLA Tanveer Sait, MLC C N Manjegowda, DC G Lakshmikanth Reddy, ZP CEO S Ukesh Kumar, MCC commissioner Syed Asif Tanveer, police commissioner Seema Latkar, and SP N Vishnuvardhan were present. 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. Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Happy Krishna Janmashtami Wishes ,, messages , and quotes !
The Hindu
31-07-2025
- The Hindu
Kurnool police urge students to install Shakthi App
The Kurnool district police have been conducting intensive and sustained awareness campaigns on Shakthi App and WhatsApp number, introduced for the safety of women, at schools and other places. They are also sensitising students about 'Good Touch, Bad Touch'. Speaking about the campaigns, Superintendent of Police Vikrant Patel on Thursday said that Shakthi Teams have been interacting and encouraging the students to download and register on the App for their safety and protection. 'There is no need of going to a police station in times of emergency. By downloading the App, one can Dial 112 or press SOS button to lodge a complaint and police will respond promptly,' he said. Women and girls should also save Shakthi WhatsApp number 7993485111 and lodge a complaint in dire situations, he said. 'Once a message is sent or call made to the Shakthi WhatsApp number, the command control room will be alerted and the nearest Shakthi Teams will respond to the complaint. The WhatsApp number will work round-the-clock,' he added. Shakthi Teams visiting educational institutions are creating awareness on Dial 112, 181, 1098 and 1930 numbers and also the bad impact of social media, the need to concentrate on academics, how to respond to eve-teasing, traffic rules, cyber crimes and crimes against women and children, the SP said.
Time of India
18-07-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Monsoon session of Karnataka legislature to begin Augt 11
The monsoon session of the Karnataka legislature will begin on August 11, with the state government likely to face a combative opposition. On Friday, the parliamentary affairs department issued orders in the name of Governor Thawaar Chand Gehlot convening the session. The BJP and JD(S) are expected to target the Congress government over the recent stampede incident during the RCB event and corruption allegations in the housing department. The ruling party, on its part, is likely to highlight its welfare schemes, particularly the Shakthi scheme offering free bus rides to women, as well as various developmental initiatives underway across the state. K'taka is positioning itself as global strategic R&D hub: Priyank Karnataka is not just India's innovation and investment capital, it is steadily positioning itself as a global strategic R&D hub, said state Minister for IT/BT Priyank Kharge on Friday. He was delivering the keynote address at the second edition of the CII Karnataka R&D Conclave 2025 held in Bengaluru. "With a deep talent pool, robust infrastructure, and progressive policy ecosystem, our state is primed to lead in high-impact research and future technologies globally. We are committed to inclusive innovation that uplifts every region and sector of Karnataka, while powering global progress," he said. According to him, to truly realise the vision, Karnataka must strengthen industry-academia partnerships, attract private investments into deep tech and emerging sectors, and create a fertile ground where ideas can scale into global solutions. You Can Also Check: Bengaluru AQI | Weather in Bengaluru | Bank Holidays in Bengaluru | Public Holidays in Bengaluru Eom
The Hindu
13-07-2025
- The Hindu
KSRTC to launch Puttur-Mangaluru express buses from July 14
The KSRTC will introduce non-stop express buses between Puttur and Mangaluru from Monday, according to Ashok Kumar Rai, MLA for Puttur. The buses will ply between the KSRTC Bus Stand in Puttur and the State Bank of India Bus Terminus in Mangaluru every hour. Women can travel for free in the buses under the Shakthi scheme. With no stops in between, the travel time between the two destinations will be one hour. Those travelling between the two cities in their own vehicles can henceforth use the public transport as it will be convenient, the MLA said in a statement. The services will be launched at Puttur bus stand at 11 a.m. on Monday, he said.
Time of India
10-07-2025
- Time of India
Shakthi teams emerge as a force in addressing crimes against women
1 2 3 Vijayawada: With an unwavering focus on the safety of women and children, Andhra Pradesh's Shakthi Teams have emerged as a critical frontline force in preventing, detecting, and resolving crimes against women across the state. From patrolling high-risk zones and rescuing women in distress to securing convictions in heinous offences, the state's 156 Shakthi Teams are transforming public safety into a mission of swift response and active protection. Formed across all 26 districts, the Shakthi Teams are not only responsible for investigating and resolving crimes but also for proactively identifying unsafe public areas, counselling women and girls, and holding awareness programmes. These women-led teams have turned into a symbol of assurance and security in both rural and urban regions. According to DGP Harish Kumar Gupta, these interventions have not just remained operational statistics. Several real-life rescues stand as testaments to their commitment. In Tangellamudi village (Eluru district), a woman attempting suicide on a railway track was rescued and counselled by a patrolling Shakthi Team. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Free P2,000 GCash eGift UnionBank Credit Card Apply Now Undo In Tekali and Palasa mandals (Srikakulam district), the teams successfully traced missing women and reunited them with their families. In Vinukonda (Palnadu district), a distress call led to the rescue of a boy, while in Vizianagaram, eve-teasers were swiftly apprehended and counselled. Complementing the efforts of these teams is the state's emphasis on the immediate registration of FIRs through multiple platforms. "Crimes against women and missing person reports are now being lodged directly at police stations, via the Shakthi mobile app, WhatsApp, and through Zero FIRs, which allow police to register a case regardless of jurisdiction and transfer it to the appropriate station later," DGP said. From June 2024 to date, 261 convictions were secured in crimes against women, including 4 death penalties and 66 life sentences, acting as a strong deterrent. Overall, Andhra Pradesh is emerging as a model for gender-sensitive and technology-driven policing, the DGP added. These verdicts are acting as a strong deterrent. Police officials note that the fear of severe punishment is making potential offenders think twice before committing crimes against women and girls. The DGP also said that the integration of technology, swift response teams, legal follow-through, and community engagement is placing Andhra Pradesh at the forefront of gender-sensitive policing. As Shakthi Teams continue their mission with dedication and vigilance, they are not only solving crimes but are reshaping public confidence in law enforcement and ensuring that women and girls across the state can live without fear. A major aspect of their success lies in their extensive fieldwork. Over the past year, Shakthi Teams have identified 900 hotspots for crimes against women and made 36,659 visits to these areas to deter offenders and counsel vulnerable individuals. They conducted 20,928 awareness programmes, sensitising lakhs of citizens on issues related to harassment, stalking, and the legal remedies available. They attended to 1,266 SOS calls, rescuing women and children in distress situations, often intervening just in time to prevent tragedies. They patrolled 32,021 open spaces, targeting locations notorious for open drinking, eve-teasing, and anti-social activities. They deployed drone surveillance to monitor habitual offenders and unsafe zones—an innovative approach to crime prevention and real-time intervention. This push for responsiveness is showing results in the judiciary too. From June 1, 2024, to date, Andhra Pradesh secured 261 convictions in crimes against women. These include 4 death penalties, 66 life imprisonments, 7 sentences of 25 years, 47 of 20 years, and 137 punishments of 10 years or less.
