Bengaluru News/Editor EthiRAJ.N:Kittor Karnataka Event@PCB

 Bangalore 7.7.2026

The Kittoor Karnataka Sammelana event was held@Press Club of Bangalore today:Committee MEMBERS- GD Nadar,SN Shaikh,Irshad Ahmed,MH Bendigeli,Md Ayan MB,Munat Nadar,Zakir Hussain..addressed Media/reporters and outlined their needs/demands wrt  Vidhan Sabha,Councillors-Shri Nazeer Ahmed Shaikh-Gokak/Belgaum Zilla

BENGALURU NEWS,Editor:EthiRAJ.N/IAH & VB celebrates Centenary year

 Bangalore 2.7.2026

The Institute for Animal Health & Veterinary Biologicals celebrated it's CENTENARY Year(founded in 1926) at it's verdant,picturesque campus in Namma BENGALURU

A Technical seminar was held and Awards were presented to distinguished Veterinarians, Farmers,Researchers,Teachers..

The IAH & VB under the dynamic leadership of Dr(Smt)A Rathnamma and dedicated staff,is world- renowned for its academic prowess/research;cutting-edge technologies & biological products for animal health/welfare

For more info/details,please visit/peruse:

https://www.kvafsu.edu.in

GST Day celebrated in Namma BENGALURU

 Bangalore 1.7.2026

 GST Day was celebrated on July 1st to commemorate the historic implementation of the Goods and Services Tax reform in India. In Bengaluru, the CGST Bengaluru Zone and local trade bodies celebrate the occasion by hosting awareness camps, felicitation events, and "GST" help desks.

Ms Kajal Singh,IRS-Chief Commissioner of Central Taxes/CGST & other dignitaries addressed the gathering and offered insights of the  new streamlined processes

Significance and Local Impact/ Economic Milestone: 

GST officially rolled out on July 1, 2017, streamlining the complex pre-existing indirect tax framework (like VAT, excise, and service taxes) into a unified "One Nation, One Tax" system.

Bengaluru's Contribution: The CGST, Bengaluru Zone celebrates GST day-annually, frequently highlighting that Karnataka stands as one of India's top tax-collecting states, boasting a massive footprint of over 10 lakh registered taxpayers.

Trade Support: During the run-up to GST Day, local commissions typically host taxpayer facilitation weeks, offering direct help to small business owners, traders, and street vendors to resolve compliance and grievance issues.If you are looking to participate in local events or need guidance on GST registration, filing, or resolving a pending notice in Bengaluru, I can help connect you with specific tax resources or compliance guidelines. Let me know what you'd like to do next!

The GST Day 2026,commemorating the 9th anniversary of introduction of Goods and Services:Before GST, the tax framework consisted of numerous levies such as excise duty, service tax, VAT, CST, and others, each with its own set of compliance challenges..

For more info/details,please visit/peruse:

https://gstkarnataka.gov.in

Karnataka ADIJAMBAVA Welfare Association seeks Ministerial post for Dr D Thimmaiah

 Bangalore 29.6.26

The Karnataka state ADIJAMBAVA Welfare Association held a presser @PCB & committee members-KR Rachaiah,Adthore M Ningaraj,M Shivamurthy,D Kumar & Vijay Kumar-urged/seeked that Dr D THIMMAIAH be made a Minister in the GoK cabinet

AKHILA KARNATAKA KIRACH MAHASABHA presents Awards to Meritorious students

Bangalore 28.6.2026 

AKHILA KARNATAKA KORACH MAHASABHA Educational Awards were presented to meritorious students today@Gandhi Bhavan in Namma BENGALURU

NADAPRABHU KEMPEGOWDA 517th Birth Anniversary celebrated in Namma BENGALURU

 Bangalore 27.6.2026

The Legendary Chieftain-Shri NADAPRABHU KEMPEGOWDA(who ruled in Karnataka & founded Bengaluru in 1537)- 517th Birth Anniversary(Jayanthi)was celebrated today@the JnanaJyothi Convention hall/Central College campus

Shri CP Radhakrishnan(Vice President)Thewar Chand Gehlot(Governor),Mohandas Pai(ex-CFO of INFOSYS & VC),Dr CN Ashwathnarayan(ex-Dy CM,GoK),HD Kumaraswamy(ex CM-GoK,currently Minister-Heavy Industries/ Mines) were among the dignitaries who presented awards,along with Swami Nirmalanandanatha Mahaswamiji,who graced the occasion

For more info,please visit/peruse:https://nadaprabhu kempegowdafoundation.org

National Electricity Safety Week :26.6.26-2.7.26

 Bangalore 26.6.2026

The NATIONAL ELECTRICITY SAFETY WEEK was inaugurated/ switched ON today by the GoK, NSCI/CEA,Karnataka Electricity Board(KEB)...@the NGO Hall in Cubbon park in Namma BENGALURU

KARNATAKA has been a leading state in the generation/management of Electricity since decades-steady,reliable power is the forte of GoK Organizations: KEB,KPTCL,BESCOM..coupled with total,uncompromising SAFETY in proper usage at Industries/domestic establishments/cities-minimising the chances of accidents- electrocution,power outages/line tripping..

A fleet of dedicated Vehicles for Emergency response was flagged off at the venue

 ELECTRICITY SAFETY WEEK/BANGALORE                      National Electrical Safety Week is observed nationwide from June 26th to July 2nd. Spearheaded by the National Safety Council (NSC) and the Central Electricity Authority (CEA), the campaign highlights best practices like competency, compliance, and caution to prevent accidents and electrocution.In Bengaluru, local initiatives and safety seminars are championed by the National Safety Council of India and the local Karnataka Chapter (NSC-KC).

Key Observances & EventsState Programs: The Department of Electrical Inspectorate, Govt. of Karnataka, spearheads Electrical Safety Week events across the state.Industrial & Corporate Campaigns: Major entities (like the World Trade Center Bengaluru) regularly host Completed Event National Electrical Safety Week workshops inaugurated by the Chief Electrical Inspector.Awareness Materials: The NSC Karnataka Chapter (Tasker Town, Shivajinagar) distributes posters, training materials, and safety manuals specifically tailored for the public, malls, and factories during this time.

Important Safety PracticesCompliance: Ensuring all electrical work is handled by competent, licensed personnel.Equipment: Regularly inspect and maintain circuit breakers, smart energy systems, and wiring to prevent short circuits.Awareness: Reviewing the National Electrical Safety Week campaigns to protect both your household and workplace.

Would you like to know about:Ordering safety awareness materials or posters for your workplace in Bengaluru?How to report an electrical hazard or find a certified electrician in your area?Safety guidelines for household wiring or construction sites?Let me know how I can help you improve electrical safety in your area  

|| CEA Theme - "Smart Energy, Safe Nation" || TalksNational-Electrical-Safety-Week-The NATIONAL ELECTRICAL SAFETY WEEK 2026:

26 June-2 July. #NationalElectricalSafetyWeek #ElectricalSafety #SafetyFirst #HSE #WorkplaceSafety 

Photo above shows the dedicated team who led/co-ordinated the initiative

BENGALURU NEWS,Editor-EthiRAJ.N:VRUKSHAMATHE SAALUMARADA THIMAKKA VEDIKE announces 114th Jayanthi

 Bengaluru 26.6.2026

The committee members(headed by Shri MM Muniraju,H Marappa,P Manjunatha,Ramesh R,Sandeep S,V Manjunatha,Mahesh P,KC Babu,Shashikumar C,Pradeep A,H Ramesh,Praveen Kumar G) of the VST VEDIKE held a meeting@PCB in Namma BENGALURU & adddressed Media personnel & announced the 114th Jayanthi of Ms VS THIMAKKA(the revered Social Activist,Tree lover/protector,environmentalist..)-to be held at Yelahanka(opp New Town Club)on 30.6.26

BENGALURU NEWS,Editor;EthiRAJ.N:Book release by BK Srinivasa@Gandhi Bhavan:

 Bangalore 24.6.2026

The flamboyant Author Mr BK Srinivasa unveiled his book"BENKOSRI"unscripted(A life shaped by struggle & cinema)@Gandhi Bhavan today in Namma BENGALURU

He spoke eloquently about his journey in the Cinematic world,the travails/struggles and the successes,so far

BENGALURU NEWS-EthiRAJ.N/Editor:Akhila Karnataka Sarkari Paravanagi Bhoo Mapaka Sangha hold protest meeting at Freedom Park

 Bangalore 23.6.2026

The AKSPBM Sangha held a  spectacular protest meeting @Freedom Park(attended by thousands of people) in Namma BENGALURU-voicing vociferously their concerns about GoK policies w.r.t acquiring land from farmers around the city,without proper compensation@market rates

The Sangha committee members-  Shri Thirumale Gowda,Prasanna Kumar,KP Bhargavalu,Siddaraju NK,Dwarkesh M,Kodandrama L,Natesh Prabhuraj GS-led the protesters to the Vidhan Soudha,to meet the CM & other ministers- to demand better prices for their land holdings & equitable Justice for their long pending demands

Karnataka Mountaineering Association(KMA)felicitates Everest climbers

Bangalore 21.6.2026

KMA felicitated the two members from Karnataka:Ms Chinmayee Trishulamurthy,45-an Opthalmologist(who spoke eloquently about the climb/travails/challenges..) & Mr Santhosh Devarajappa,40-a businessman(seated L-R in photo below)who successfully ascended on 21.5.26 the highest peak/point on Earth-Mt Everest-Sagarmatha:29,031'/8848 m after an arduous,gruelling 46 day expedition via the Nepal/South Col route with 4 acclimatisation stops enroute-at different higher altitudes from base camp

Mr PGR Sindhia(ex-minister-GoK)was the Chief guest at the event held @the Kondaji Basappa/Bharat Scouts & Guides Auditorium in Namma BENGALURU;hosted by KMA(founded in 1966)fittingly celebrating its 60th Glorious Anniversary

For more info/details,please view-peruse https://www.kmaindia.org

BENGALURU NEWS:Editor-Ethi RAJ.N:DEVALAYA SAMVARDHANA SAMITHI & SIDDHASHRAMA conduct a Rural Education Initiative/Donation

 Bangalore 20.6.2026

The DEVALAYA SAMVARDHANA SAMITHI & iconic SIDDHASHRAMA(founded by Shri Chaitanya Swami) located in Ranganathapura,Malleshwaram in Namma BENGALURU conducted a Rural Education-charitable drive today,for the poor,needy & donated Educational materials text/note books,school bags,backpacks,pens/stationery material,water flasks...all essentials for young students to get on with their education/aims in life - to six Rural schools around Namma BENGALURU

The untiring initiative,efforts of benevolent donors;Manya Shri Muralikrishna Ji;staff(particularly Shri Krishna-Manager,Govindraj-Asst Manager,Shivanand-one amongst many volunteers)heralded a new chapter in the drive to provide succour for under previleged people,students-across all levels  & good,nutritious food for poor & needy, hungry local people

The DEVALAYA SAMVARDHANA SAMITHI & SIDDHASHRAMA have provided benevolent, munificent,charitable,yeoman service since decades-to help the deserving,under previleged,poor & needy-in all walks of life

BENGALURU NEWS,Editor,Ethi RAJ.N/Shivamogga District Horatta Samithi Press Conf

 BENGALURU,18.6.26

The SHIVAMOGGA District Horata Samithi held a meeting@Press Club of Bangalore & addressed Media/Reporters- justifying call/action for establishment of the Circuit Bench(in Shivamogga) of the High Court of KARNATAKA

Hony President,K Basappa Gowda,Advocate;aided for their just cause by Presidents:K Vasudeva Murthy,Ashok G Bhat,A Gopalkrishna;Sri  N Manjunatha,Vaidya(Working Journalists from Shivamogga)

BENGALURU NEWS, Editor--Ethi RAJ.N:CARPEDIEM Carnival celebrated@RRMCH in Namma BENGALURU

 Bangalore 12.6.26

The Cultural/social/sports extravaganza(featuring arts,academics,entertainment...)showcased by bright,young,energetic students was held @the ACS Convention Centre, RRMCH Campus in Mysore rd in Namma Bengaluru

Dr Sreeleela, the lovely,chic,Indian Cinema Actress was the chief guest & delivered a scintillating speech cheered on by rapturous students 

For more info/details,please visit/peruse:

https://www.rrmch.org

BENGALURU NEWS-Editor,Ethi RAJ.N:Madiwalara Sangha meeting@PCB

 Bangalore 6.6.26

The Karnataka Rajya Madiwalara Sangha,led by Shri C.Nanjappa- held a meeting@Press Club of Bangalore & addressed the Media w.r.t Shri K.V.Amarnath,details to be seen in Press notes appended below:

BENGALURU NEWS:Editor-Ethi RAJ.N

 Bangalore,5.5.26

Sri Sahasrara Yogishwara Swami Mahapeetam(NGO) announced launch of the book"The Wanderer who owns the World"by Sri Yogi-event to be held at Atta Galatta/Indiranagar on 7.5.26/5pm

NGO Committee members@Curtain-raiser/Press Club of Bangalore(PCB)

For more info/details,please visit/peruse:www.sriyogi.site

AAROHANA-2026 celebrated at ACS College of Engg

 Bangalore,30.4.26

ACS College of Engineering held a spectacular grand Annual day extravaganza "AAROHANA-2026"at the ACS Convention hall,RRMCH campus- in Namma BENGALURU

Ms Ragini Dwivedi was the chief guest(seen in photo above- blue dress)pretty,petite,renowned Sandalwood/Indian actress interacted with students(whose youthful brilliance,panache.. in academics,sports,cultural activities...have brought the Institution great accolades) amidst great laughter,excitement & amusement-all those attending had a wonderful time.

For more info/details,please visit/peruse: https://www.acsce.edu.in