Ramanagar

Severe water scarcity in Ramanagara district's forests, exacerbated by scorching temperatures and lack of rainfall, pushes wildlife to the brink of survival. Animals venture into human settlements, causing conflicts, while rare species face extinction. Efforts to mitigate the crisis are underway, but public criticism mounts against the perceived inaction of the forest department. 

The Ramanagara district is reeling from a series of unfortunate events involving human-wildlife conflicts. A 30-year-old elephant and a 14-year-old elephant have succumbed to the scorching heat, possibly exacerbated by ingesting mangoes. Additionally, a villager, HR Jagadish, lost his life in an encounter with an elephant while attending to his coffee plantation.

DK Suresh, a farmer, businessman, and social activist, enters politics in Ramanagara with a notable financial portfolio. His assets include 16.61 crores in bank accounts, 2.14 crores in investments, and 106.71 crores in inheritance. Real estate holdings are at 1064.48 crores. Loans total 150 crores, with significant sums lent to family members. He also owns gold and silver worth 21.35 lakhs and 2.10 lakhs respectively.

Laxman Rao, missing for six years, was found living as transgender Vijayalakshmi after a viral video on 'Bigg Boss.'Ijoor police, led by a transgender activist's address, discovered Laxman's new identity. Despite the facial resemblance, Vijayalakshmi denied being Laxman, causing emotional turmoil. Police closed the case, respecting Vijayalakshmi's chosen identity.

Vijay Kumar and his team from Karnataka's Ramanagara are set to play Mangalvadya at the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya during its opening on January 22. Invited by the Ram Mandir Trust, the 10-member team, led by Mr. Champal Roy, will serve Lord Rama for 48 days. Their musical offering strengthens the bond between Ayodhya and Ramanagara, bringing joy to the community and contributing to the ongoing Balarama Pratishtahana.

Bidadi Smart City Local Planning Authority joins the Greater Bengaluru Development Authority from Nov 18. 38 villages around Bidadi now fall under this arrangement, aimed at solidifying growth management and planning. The Urban Development Department's decision appoints the Metropolitan Commissioner as the Greater Bengaluru Development Authority's Commissioner, with a Metropolitan Planner as Member Secretary.

Former CM Kumaraswamy opposes DCM Shivakumar's Greater Bengaluru plan, emphasizing the need for practical infrastructure over expansion. He critiques the focus on renaming areas, advocating for genuine development, dismissing concerns about phone tapping as commonplace.

Karnataka's Deputy CM, DK Shivakumar, announced extending Bengaluru's Purple Line Metro to Bidadi, benefiting over a lakh employees. Discussions for a Detailed Project Report were prompted by an MLA and MP joint appeal. A 10,000-acre smart city initiative area remains untouched, marking a significant development for Greater Bangalore. The proposed renaming of Ramanagara to Bangalore Dakshina seeks public opinion. Shivakumar is uncertain about the status of the dismissed CBI application.

In a press conference held in Mysuru on October 25, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah criticized former Chief Minister H.D. Kumaraswamy, referring to him as the political villain. This statement comes in response to a series of tweets by Kumaraswamy in which he compared Siddaramaiah to characters from the Mahabharata.
 

Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar announced the merger of Ramanagara district with Bengaluru at a temple event in Sivanahalli village. He emphasized the development potential under the Bengaluru district banner and urged farmers not to sell their land. Shivakumar also recognized temple renovation efforts and the transformation of the Kabbalamma temple, once considered cursed, into a state treasure.

A tragic accident near Kempegowdanadoddy in Ramanagara taluk on a Saturday claimed four lives when a lorry attempted to overtake and collided with an Omni car, causing severe damage and a temporary traffic jam on the Bengaluru-Mysuru highway. Police are investigating, and recent safety measures had reduced fatal accidents on the highway until June 2023.

Starting August 1, two-wheeler riders and three-wheeler drivers entering the Bengaluru-Mysuru Expressway will face a fine of Rs 500 to curb accidents. Public outrage follows as people criticize the highway's conditions and inadequate alternatives for bikers. National Highways Authority of India staff supports the ban, but opposition persists.

Violence erupts as Karnataka's 'Gruha Jyoti' scheme, providing 200 units of free electricity per month, sparks disputes over increased unit prices. BESCOM staff were attacked by customers in Ramanagara, adding to a growing number of conflicts between consumers and power companies.

Karnataka's Ramanagar district, a woman named Lingamma was attacked by a peacock in her backyard, causing severe injuries to her forehead and eyes. The incident highlights the issue of animal attacks on humans, with villagers complaining about peacocks damaging their vegetables.

Three Police officers were suspended after being drunk in broad daylight and behaving inappropriately with public, while having fun in the car