Bengaluru Imposes Strict Ban on Equine Movement Near Turf Club to Stop Glanders Outbreak

December 19, 2025

Bengaluru Imposes Strict Ban on Equine Movement Near Turf Club to Stop Glanders Outbreak

Bengaluru Urban DC orders a 2-km ban on moving horses, donkeys, and mules near Bangalore Turf Club after glanders cases. Racing events canceled to contain the disease.

HYDRAA Reclaims 20 Acres of Government Land in Hyderabad and Medchal-Malkajgiri

December 19, 2025

HYDRAA Reclaims 20 Acres of Government Land in Hyderabad and Medchal-Malkajgiri

HYDRAA reclaimed 20 acres of government land in Hyderabad and Medchal-Malkajgiri districts. The agency fined an illegal occupant ₹1 crore for filing a false case while removing encroachments and securing land with fencing.

Kudumbashree Food Festival in Kozhikode Showcases Malabar Delights and Empowers Women Entrepreneurs

December 19, 2025

Kudumbashree Food Festival in Kozhikode Showcases Malabar Delights and Empowers Women Entrepreneurs

The Kudumbashree food festival at Kozhikode South Beach offers authentic Malabar dishes and organic products. It supports women entrepreneurs by providing a marketing platform.

Bengaluru Biodiversity Tag Withdrawn for Cantonment Railway Colony; Activists Criticize

December 19, 2025

Bengaluru Biodiversity Tag Withdrawn for Cantonment Railway Colony; Activists Criticize

An environmental group has slammed the State Environment Department's decision to withdraw the heritage site tag from Cantonment Railway Colony in Bengaluru. The move puts 371 trees at risk despite a High Court order protecting them.

Severe Cold Wave Hits North Karnataka; Temperatures 4-6°C Below Normal

December 19, 2025

Severe Cold Wave Hits North Karnataka; Temperatures 4-6°C Below Normal

North Karnataka faces a severe cold wave from December 19 to 23. Temperatures fall sharply with Bidar recording the state’s lowest at 5.5°C. KSNDMC issues yellow alerts and urges safety measures.