Inter-state child trafficking racket In a significant breakthrough, the Belagavi Child Protection Committee, working alongside the police, uncovered an inter-state child trafficking racket. The operation led to the rescue of a 1-year-10-month-old girl, who was sold for ₹4.5 lakh. Authorities have placed the rescued child in a children’s home in Belagavi, ensuring her safety and […]
Jai Bapu Jai Bhim event Belagavi The Jai Bapu, Jai Bhim, Jai Samvidhan convention, organized by the All India Congress Committee (AICC), will now take place on January 21, 2024, in Belagavi. The event was postponed to honor the demise of former Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh. It will celebrate the centenary of the historic […]
Belagavi-Goa Road Repairs Major Relief for Commuters as Chorla Road Gets Upgraded The long-awaited repairs of the Belagavi-Goa road via Chorla are finally underway. Authorities aim to complete the work by February 2025. Karnataka PWD has launched the project on a war footing, addressing years of inconvenience for commuters on this 51-km stretch.For more details […]
Smart City projects Karnataka Urban Development Minister BS ‘Bairati’ Suresh has called for a thorough inquiry into the quality of work under Smart City projects in six Karnataka cities—Belagavi, Davangere, Hubballi-Dharwad, Mangaluru, Shivamogga, and Tumkur. Bengaluru is excluded from the probe, as projects worth ₹877.82 crore have already been completed there.For more details : https://www.indiatoday.in/india/karnataka/story/karnataka-smart-city-projects-quality-of-work-under-scrutiny-urban-development-minister-byrati-suresh-orders-inquiry-2659036-2025-01-03 […]
HMPV cases in Karnataka The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has confirmed two cases of Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) in Karnataka as part of routine respiratory illness surveillance.For more details : https://www.hindustantimes.com/cities/bengaluru-news/8monthold-at-bengaluru-hospital-is-first-suspected-hmpv-case-in-india-101736136908266.html Details of the Cases About HMPV HMPV primarily affects children and accounts for approximately 0.7% of flu cases globally. Karnataka Health Minister Dinesh […]
Sambhaji Maharaj statue inauguration Belagavi, January 4, 2025: Efforts to ensure the unveiling of the Sambhaji Maharaj statue on January 5, as scheduled, are gaining momentum. MLA Abhay Patil announced that elders from Angol and representatives of 35 youth organizations will meet Deputy Commissioner Mohammad Roshan and Police Commissioner Lada Martin on Saturday to demand […]
Vande Bharat Express Ghataprabha Stop The much-celebrated Pune-Belagavi-Hubballi Vande Bharat Express (Train No. 20670) now includes a crucial stoppage at Ghataprabha Railway Station. This addition is expected to enhance convenience for travelers in the region. The inauguration ceremony, held yesterday, saw the official flag-off of the train at Ghataprabha by Rajya Sabha MP Shri Iranna […]
Onion and Sweet Potato Prices in Belagavi The Agricultural Produce Market Committee (APMC) market in Belagavi is witnessing a significant drop in onion and sweet potato prices due to an oversupply of produce. This has raised concerns among farmers, as an influx of crops from neighboring states like Maharashtra has exceeded the local demand.For more […]
Microfinance fraud in Belagavi Belagavi: In a shocking revelation, a microfinance fraud in Belagavi has defrauded over 15,000 women, amounting to ₹100 crore. District In-charge Minister Satish Jarkiholi disclosed this during a press briefing on Tuesday.For more details : https://www.prajavani.net/district/belagavi/sathish-jarkiholi-4-3107799 The company allegedly issued loans under legal provisions but retained 50% of the sanctioned amount. […]
Belagavi New Year Celebrations Belagavi: The vibrant city of Belagavi is buzzing with excitement as it prepares to celebrate New Year’s Eve on December 31. Star hotels and resorts have planned exclusive parties for the occasion, and residents are busy with traditional preparations. The iconic burning of “Old Man” effigies, symbolizing the departure of the […]