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Monsoon weak in coastal Karnataka; Thumbe dam conserves water

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Mangaluru: Dakshina Kannada district is witnessing an unusually weak start to the southwest monsoon, prompting authorities to initiate water conservation measures at the Thumbe dam amid concerns over future drinking water availability. The district, known for receiving heavy rainfall during June, has recorded a substantial shortfall this year. As a result, all gates of the Thumbe dam, which supplies drinking water to Mangaluru, have been closed to preserve water reserves. Data released by the District Disaster Management Authority shows that the district received only 3.3 mm of rainfall in the last 24 hours against the normal average of 36.5 mm. The cumulative rainfall figures are equally worrying. Between January 1 and June 17, Dakshina Kannada received only 390.7 mm rainfall compared to the normal expectation of 668.7 mm, indicating a major rainfall deficit across the district. All taluks have reported significantly lower rainfall than during the same period last ye...
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Court orders removal of posts targeting Pawan Kalyan

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Bengaluru : In a significant development, a Bengaluru court has granted interim relief to Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister and Jana Sena Party president Konidela Pawan Kalyan by restraining the circulation of alleged defamatory content against him on social media platforms. The 16th City Civil Court passed the order on Wednesday while hearing a civil suit filed on behalf of Pawan Kalyan by his General Power of Attorney holder, Ram Prasad Talluri. The court directed social media entities including X Corp, Google India and Meta Inc., along with their employees, agents and associates, not to publish, upload, transmit or circulate any content that allegedly contains defamatory statements, accusations or video clips concerning the Andhra Pradesh leader until the next date of hearing. Also Read Pawan Kalyan fulfils wish of Telangana teen with rare disorder The order also specifically covers content linked to allegations that Pawan Kalyan had encroached upon government...
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5-year-old boy killed after compound wall collapses in Bengaluru

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Bengaluru : A tragic incident claimed the life of a five-year-old boy and left another child seriously injured after a compound wall and iron gate collapsed on them while they were playing in north Bengaluru’s Bagalur police station limits. The deceased child has been identified as Afeen (5), son of Dawal Sab, a native of Yadgir district . The family had recently come to Bengaluru in search of better employment opportunities. According to police, Dawal Sab, a cab driver by profession, had been looking for work in the city. His wife and son Afeen had arrived in Bengaluru just five days ago and were staying at the residence of a relative in Bandikodigehalli under the Bagalur police station jurisdiction. Also Read Mysuru’s young men give second chance of life to injured tortoise The accident occurred at around 6.30 pm on Wednesday when Afeen was playing with neighbouring children, including a girl identified as Samanvi, near the compound gate of a house belongi...
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Former rowdy’s misconduct costs Haliyal PSI job, 8 cops shifted

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Karwar: A viral video showing a former rowdy-sheeter allegedly threatening and abusing police personnel in Haliyal has led to disciplinary action against a senior police officer and several staff members in Uttara Kannada district. PSI Basavaraj Mabanur has been suspended by Uttara Kannada SP Deepak after the video purportedly showed him remaining seated inside a police vehicle while a former rowdy known as “Machchu Manja” verbally abused and physically intimidated police personnel in public. The incident reportedly took place on Sunday, June 14, near Maurya Bar and Restaurant in Haliyal. Witnesses said the accused was allegedly intoxicated and creating a disturbance when police personnel arrived at the scene. Also Read Bengaluru cops go to Jaipur to make arrest, get caught for bribe Instead of calming down, the former rowdy allegedly became aggressive, abused the officers in filthy language and even grabbed one policeman by the collar. The video, which qui...
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NHAI turns to AI, drones to detect potholes

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Bengaluru : The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) is set to transform highway maintenance across the country by adopting a technology-driven Predictive Asset Management Framework that uses Artificial Intelligence (AI), drones and advanced data analytics to identify road defects before they become major safety hazards. The initiative aims to shift from reactive repairs to proactive maintenance by detecting potholes, cracks and structural weaknesses at an early stage. According to NHAI, the new framework will help improve road quality, extend the lifespan of highway infrastructure and reduce long-term maintenance costs. As part of the initiative, NHAI is deploying Network Survey Vehicles (NSVs) to assess the condition of national highways . These specialised vehicles will collect detailed information on road surface irregularities, potholes, cracks and structural damage, enabling authorities to take corrective action before problems worsen. Also Read Liquor sales...
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Hemavathi reservoir level drops sharply

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Hassan : A severe shortage of monsoon rainfall in Karnataka’s Malnad region has triggered concern among farmers and residents dependent on the Hemavathi Reservoir, a key water source for several districts. The reservoir, which supplies drinking water and irrigation to large parts of southern Karnataka, is witnessing a significant decline in storage levels due to poor rainfall in its catchment areas. The Hemavathi River, which usually receives substantial inflows from heavy rains in Sakleshpur and Belur taluks of Hassan district and Mudigere taluk of Chikkamagaluru district, has failed to gain momentum this year. The weak monsoon has raised fears of a looming water crisis if rainfall does not improve in the coming weeks. The Hemavathi Reservoir near Gorur has a total storage capacity of 37 TMC. However, current water levels stand at just 14 TMC, of which only around 10 TMC is considered usable. In contrast, the reservoir held nearly 25 TMC of water on the same date last y...
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Mangaluru airport gets advanced runway lighting system

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Mangaluru : Mangaluru International Airport has achieved a major milestone in aviation safety with the successful commissioning of the Precision Approach Lighting (PAL) Category-I system for Runway 24 following approval from the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA). The development is expected to significantly enhance operational safety and improve landing precision, especially during low-visibility conditions. In a statement issued on Monday, Mangaluru International Airport Limited (MgIAL), a subsidiary of Adani Enterprises Limited (AEL), said the advanced lighting system has been designed to provide pilots with enhanced visual guidance during the critical final stages of landing. The technology is particularly beneficial for operations at Mangaluru’s tabletop airport, where precise landing procedures are crucial. According to airport officials, the PAL Category-I system will help pilots maintain better situational awareness during adverse weather conditions, thereby...
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