Region·10d ago
Bengaluru veterinary trainee dies in hippopotamus attack at Karnataka safari
A trainee veterinary officer from Bengaluru died after being attacked by a hippopotamus while checking its temperature at Tyavarekoppa Lion and Tiger Safari in Shivamogga. Forest Minister Eshwar Khandre has ordered an investigation and instructed officials to ensure strict adherence to safety protocols to prevent similar incidents.
The Hindu - Karnataka
Region·10d ago
Anganwadi workers to begin indefinite protest in Bengaluru from March 23
Anganwadi workers in Karnataka will begin an indefinite protest in Bengaluru starting March 23, demanding improved wages, service conditions, and better support for childcare centers statewide. Their specific demands include minimum wage coverage with social security benefits, universal coverage for children under six, improved food quality through local sourcing, and resolution of operational funding issues.
The Hindu - Karnataka
Local·10d ago
Petrol, diesel prices on 20 March: Check fuel rates in your city today — Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, others
Petrol and diesel prices in Bengaluru remained stable on 20 March, with petrol at ₹102.96 per litre and diesel at ₹90.99 per litre, continuing a trend of steady retail fuel rates despite global oil market volatility. This stability is attributed to a calibrated system where oil marketing companies and the government absorb international price shocks to protect consumers in the short term.
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