bangalore news times

Bengaluru: In an effort to connect urban children with the agricultural roots of Karnataka, the state government has launched ‘Gram Anubhava’, an educational programme that will provide school students with first-hand experience of village life. The initiative was launched in Bengaluru on Kannada Rajyotsava Day in the presence of the Deputy Chief Minister and ministers. It seeks to familiarise students with farming, animal husbandry, dairy activities and rural culture through practical exposure. Under the programme, children from urban schools will visit villages and spend a day observing the activities of rural communities. They will learn how crops are cultivated, how dairy farming is managed and how livestock contributes to the rural economy. The programme is intended to make students understand the importance of farmers and the hard work involved in agricultural production. It will also introduce them to village traditions, rural occupations and the chal...

Belagavi : The border city of Belagavi witnessed a grand display of Kannada pride as thousands of people gathered at Rani Chennamma Circle to welcome the 71st Kannada Rajyotsava at midnight on November 1. Unlike other parts of Karnataka, where celebrations generally begin in the morning, Belagavi traditionally marks the occasion at midnight. This year, too, the celebrations began several hours before midnight, with Kannada enthusiasts assembling at the city’s prominent junction from around 8 pm. The atmosphere turned festive with colourful lights, Kannada songs and red-and-yellow flags. As midnight approached, thousands of people, including youngsters, women, children and senior citizens, filled the circle. The moment the clock struck 12, spectacular fireworks lit up the night sky. The sound of crackers , cheers and applause created a festive atmosphere. Drone footage captured the colourful celebrations and the massive gathering. People raised slogans celebrati...