The president's frustration with his health secretary sparked a flurry of new planning on election-year drug pricing initiatives.
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Jayadeva Flyover to be demolished on January 20: Full list of traffic restrictions
The Jayadeva flyover, which connects Bannerghatta, the Silk Board and the IT corridor in the area, is the first flyover in the city to be demolished.
The Bengaluru Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL) on Friday announced that the Jayadeva Flyover will be demolished on January 20, Monday. The flyover at the Jayadeva Hospital junction, which connects RV Road and Silk Board, will be razed to the ground to make way for the metro rail line-and-elevated corridor, including the interchange metro station. The Jayadeva flyover is an iconic flyover that has been around for 12 years in South Bengaluru. It connects Bannerghatta with the Silk Board as well as the IT corridor in the area. The construction of the new metro line and the elevated corridor are slated to begin soon after the demolition. Traffic regulations will be in place during the demolition of the flyover. On January 20, the flyover will be closed for traffic. The Outer Ring Road between 18th Main on Marenahalli Road and 29th Main of BTM 2nd Stage will be open between 5 am and 10 pm for BMTC buses, ambulances and two-wheelers only, the BMRCL said in a statement. Movement of cars, private buses, autorickshaws, trucks, tractors and trailers are prohibited on this stretch. Motorists will instead have to take 16th Main and 29th Main of BTM 2nd stage and not enter the Outer Ring Road. Parking of vehicles along internal and arterial roads in certain areas has also been prohibited on January 20. Parking is not allowed between 18th Main on Marenahalli Road and Central Silk Board Junction as well as the internal roads connected to this stretch, including 36th cross, 28th main, Jayanagar East End Road, Tavarekere Main Road, 29th Main and 7th Main of BTM 2nd stage. The traffic movement would remain unchecked at Jayadeva Underpass between Dairy Circle and Bannerghatta on both ways. The flyover is named after the Jayadeva Institute of Cardiovascular Sciences, which is just next to the flyover. Being a busy stretch, the Jayadeva junction required a flyover, which took a total of four years to construct and was opened in 2006. It was built by the Bangalore Development Authority (BDA), at a cost of Rs 21 crores. With the demolition of the flyover, south Bengaluru traffic will be affected, primarily due to the traffic between Bannerghatta Road and Silk Board junction. Read: Traffic in Bengaluru to worsen as Jayadeva flyover will be demolished for metro work
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'Sri Bharatha Baahubali' review: This comedy is likely to put you to sleep
This is yet another comedy that's reduced to offensive and distasteful one-liners.
Setting films in villages seems to be the latest fad in Sandalwood. While the first release of the year Rajeeva was set completely in a village and dealt with the issues of farmers, this week’s release Sri Bharatha Baahubali, a comedy thriller, too is set in a village and is about a woman trying to trace her roots. Sandalwood’s stint with comedy isn’t that great. While most of the comedies have been remakes, only a few originals have managed to stand the test of time. Of late, comedy has been reduced to offensive and distasteful one-liners. Sri Bharatha Baahubali is no exception. ‘Foreigner’ Sri (Sarah Harish) gets recurring dreams about being thrown into a well, a huge giant wheel, and the Gommateshwara statue in Shravanabelagola. Convinced that she has an unfinished task from her previous birth, she travels to India with her boyfriend to unravel the mystery. In the historic town of Hassan, Bharatha (Manju Mandavya) and Baahubali (Chikkanna) are the typical village youths, who are spending their adult life doing nothing but harassing girls from nearby villages and involving themselves in the petty politics of the village. Rishi (in a guest role) convinces Sri to seek Bharatha and Baahubali’s help to dig up her past and put an end to the mystery. But Bharatha and Baahubali just want to rip her off as they see her as nothing but a big shark. After a few twists and turns, the film turns into a mindless story about love and sacrifice. The film lacks logic - how is Sri convinced in the first place that her white-skinned parents are her biological parents? How does Sri start speaking Kannada so fluently? She is often referred to as a foreigner and there is no detail about her origin. The first half and second half are two different stories and fail to connect. Though the theme of the movie is a comedy, the makers have tried to unnecessarily insert sacrifice into it. Manju Mandavya is a man who dons many hats - story writer, dialogue writer, director, lyricist, singer and now, actor. He has been trained under biggies like TN Seetharam and Upendra. He is one of the lucky ones who directed superstar Yash at a young age. The list of blockbuster movies he has been involved in includes - Matha, Nanda Loves Nandita, Raja Huli, Savaari, Prithvi and more. Sri Bharata Baahubali proves that he should stick to writing and direction. He seems to be facing immense pressure to look and feel a certain way in the film. He plays the role of a young villager and could have kept things realistic. But, he has tried to bring in heroism to it, which has failed. Most of the time, he looks stiff, lacks flexibility and it is difficult to sit through the film. Chikkanna is another big let-down. In trying to fit into the parallel hero role, he seems to have forgotten that his forte is comedy. He has not been able to balance the act and fails to perform as a lead or as a comedian. The weak writing adds to it. The jokes on #MeToo are in bad taste, even if it may get approval from some. Debut actor Sarah Harish has given her best and can’t be blamed because her character keeps swinging between two extremes throughout the film. She has tried her best to keep up. Achyut Kumar leads the pack in the first half with a lot of energy. Sreenivas Murthy and Bhavya have limited roles. The songs are forgettable and make no difference to the film. This is a mindless flick and unlikely to make an impression on the audience. Disclaimer: This review was not paid for or commissioned by anyone associated with the series/film. TNM Editorial is independent of any business relationship the organisation may have with producers or any other members of its cast or crew.
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6 SDPI activists held, cops say they planned to kill Tejasvi Surya or Chakravathi Sulibele
Investigators say six SDPI activists were allegedly hired to kill a prominent person at a pro-CAA gathering.
The Bengaluru police on Thursday arrested six Social Democratic Party of India activists in connection with the attempted murder of a BJP cadre. 31-year-old BJP cadre Varun Bhoopalam was attacked with machetes and knives while he was returning from a pro-Citizenship Amendment Act gathering at Town Hall on December 22. Investigating officials say that the six SDPI activists were allegedly hired as hitmen to stab one of two prominent personalities, who took part at the gathering on December 22. The arrested include Mohammed Ishan (33), Syed Akbar (46), Syed Siddique Akbar (30), Akbar Basha (27), Sanaullah Pasha (28) and Sadiq-ul-Ameen (39). DCP West B Ramesh told TNM that the police suspect the men were allegedly asked to kill either BJP MP from Bengaluru South Tejasvi Surya or Yuva Brigade founder Chakravarthy Sulibele. Both Tejasvi Surya and Sulibele had taken part in the pro-CAA gathering on December 22. The BJP MP was also criticized for his speech at the gathering where he calle anti-CAA protesters mechanics and punchturewalas. DCP Ramesh says that the suspects initially tried to attack one of the two personalities but were deterred as there was heavy police presence at the venue. “DCP Central Chetan Singh Rathore, local police inspectors, the CRPF and police personnel were present at the gathering. They were unable to carry out the attack because of this,” DCP Ramesh said. The men then saw Varun Bhoopalam at the gathering, wearing a BJP sash around his shoulders; distributing pamphlets, placards and water to the people at there. “He also addressed the gathering. These men thought he was a prominent person in the BJP unit and decided to attack him,” DCP Ramesh said. Investigators allege that each of the six accused were paid Rs 10,000 each by unidentified handlers to carry out the attack. Police say that the bike-borne assailants had waylaid Varun, who was riding a Bounce two-wheeler near Kalasipalya and had attacked him with machetes and knives. Varun sustained injuries on his head, neck and back. He was admitted to Victoria Hospital and has recovered from his injuries. Police say that the group of men wore three layers of clothing and after the attack, removed two of the T-shirts and burnt it on the side of the road near Kalasipalya. Police say that they were also wearing helmets to avoid being identified. “After the attack, they threw the machetes and knives into the Anchepalya Lake. They disposed the helmets they were wearing in Ramamurthy Nagar and threw their shoes into the primary storm water drain in Banaswadi. They also left their two-wheelers in Banaswadi. The vehicles’ license plates were blackened as well,” the police said. The six accused were produced in court on Friday and have been remanded to police custody till January 20. The case has now been transferred to the Anti-Terrorism Cell. “Investigation is still on and we are trying to find out who hatched the conspiracy,” DCP Ramesh said.
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BDA asked to abide by RERA rules: Respite to Bengaluru’s NPKL buyers?
Until now, the BDA had refused to comply with RERA regulations saying it does not come under the ambit of RERA since it is a government body.
In a ray of hope for the plot buyers of the Nadaprabhu Kempegowda Layout (NPKL) in greater Bengaluru, the Real Estate Regulatory Authority Karnataka (RERA-K) ruled that the Bangalore Development Authority (BDA) has to comply with RERA rules. However, no compensation has been awarded to the buyers as of now. The matter will be heard again at a later date. Quoting Section 88 and 89 of the Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act (RERA), the RERA-K Chairman stated the RERA rules will supersede BDA rules as the law is clear that in case of existing and conflicting provisions, the RERA Act will overrule. Section 89 of the RERA provides that the provisions of RERA shall have effect notwithstanding anything inconsistent therewith contained in any other law for the time being in force, while section 88 says the provisions of this (RERA) Act shall be in addition to, and not in derogation of, the provisions of any other law for the time being in force. This means that the provisions of RERA will supersede over any existing law, which is being disputed. TNM has earlier reported how BDA has been defaulting on its promises to develop the proposed layout for more than a year. While the plots on the developed land were supposed to be handed over to the 20,000-odd owners by March 2018, the BDA has missed that, and several subsequent deadlines. Not only have plot buyers – who bought the land in 2016 –been kept waiting for more than a year, they will also be forced to pay at least 3% more interest on their home loans due to the delay. All the allottees needed to pay the entire amount upfront within two months of the plot being allocated. Until now, the BDA had refused to comply with RERA regulations saying it does not come under the ambit of RERA since it is a government body. Further, the BDA claimed that since allotments were made prior to May 2017 (Before RERA was implemented), they are immune to RERA clauses. But the RERA authority underlined that since it was an ongoing project, the laws will be applicable. As part of the hearing, BDA officials committed review the work done so far by visiting the layout along with the buyers and schedule a meeting with the BDA commissioner on this issue of delay. RERA Act was passed by both the Houses of Parliament in March 2016. With the Act coming into force, home buyers had a hope that they will get compensation if there were delays in the delivery of a project or be protected from overcharging.
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‘Welcome to Karnataka to bring out the vegetarian in you’: Min CT Ravi adds to beef row
Karnataka Tourism Minister CT Ravi was responding to a Kerala Tourism tweet on a beef dish.
It all started with a tweet by the Kerala Tourism department on Wednesday highlighting a beef recipe. But when Karnataka Tourism Minister CT Ravi of the BJP responded to the tweet highlighting vegetarian dishes from the state it triggered a Twitter war over choice of food. Kerala's Tourism Department had tweeted the recipe for making Beef Ularthiyathu on Wednesday. The tweet read, "Tender chunks of beef, slow-roasted with aromatic spices, coconut pieces, and curry leaves. A recipe for the most classic dish, Beef Ularthiyathu, the stuff of legends, from the land of spices, Kerala." It was tweeted along with a link to the recipe of the dish. Responding to the tweet, CT Ravi first tweeted on Thursday evening simply saying, "Welcome to Karnataka." Welcome to Karnataka.#KarnatakaTourism#OneStateManyWorlds https://t.co/27jZ1bPdmR — C T Ravi ಸಿ ಟಿ ರವಿ (@CTRavi_BJP) January 16, 2020 The tweet caused confusion since it appeared that the Tourism Minister was highlighting a beef recipe. But hours later, CT Ravi posted a tweet which read, "Welcome to Karnataka to bring out the Vegetarian in you. Enjoy the flavors of Tulu Nadu – Pathrode, Kotte Kadubu, Halasina Hannina Gatti, Avalakki Upkari, Badanekayi Mosaru Gojju and a whole lot of authentic food to hit Your tastebuds." The tweet was posted along with a photo of the dishes. Welcome to Karnataka to bring out the Vegetarian in you. Enjoy the flavors of Tulu Nadu – Pathrode, Kotte Kadubu, Halasina Hannina Gatti, Avalakki Upkari, Badanekayi Mosaru Gojju and a whole lot of authentic food to hit Your tastebuds.#KarnatakaTourism#OneStateManyWorlds https://t.co/PHdyo4Hr11 pic.twitter.com/nweldSuNEX — C T Ravi ಸಿ ಟಿ ರವಿ (@CTRavi_BJP) January 16, 2020 He further added, "Come on Friends, how can You even think that I will support Beef. It is against my belief and faith. I realized that many of You were hurt with the Kerala Tourism tweet. My tweet was a sarcastic and silent form of protest against it. Hence, I welcomed You to visit Karnataka." Come on Friends, how can You even think that I will support Beef. It is against my belief and faith. I realized that many of You were hurt with the Kerala Tourism tweet. My tweet was a sarcastic and silent form of protest against it. Hence, I welcomed You to visit Karnataka. https://t.co/PHdyo4Hr11 — C T Ravi ಸಿ ಟಿ ರವಿ (@CTRavi_BJP) January 16, 2020 However, many Twitter users were quick to point out that there are several non-vegetarian dishes made in Karnataka that could give competition to the beef dishes in Kerala. They urged the Tourism Minister to highlight the diversity of dishes eaten in the state. You should compare apples to apples. If there is any dish in Karnataka which can give a stiff competition to Kerala beef fry, it is Coorg pandhi curry. https://t.co/TSECT4HR82 — Gautham Machaiah (@GauthamMachaiah) January 16, 2020 Welcome to Karnataka to bring out the foodie in you . Enjoy the flavors of Tulu Nadu – Chicken ghee roast, chicken gassi, crab meat soup, fish curry, Surmai fry, kori rotti and a whole lot of authentic food to hit Your tastebuds. There, fixed it for you :) — jai kumari ಅನುಷಾ (@anusha_bhat1) January 16, 2020 Tulu Maadu eats only vegetarian food? No meat? Are you kidding me? Stop this brahminical nonsense. — Srujana Deva (@SrujanaDeva) January 16, 2020 What about the beef in Russel Market? Or the pork in Kodagu, Mangaluru and Raichur? And the sumptuous fish curries across the coast and elsewhere. Karnataka veg and non veg cusines are absolutely fabulous! @KarnatakaVarthe — Leo Saldanha (@leofsaldanha) January 16, 2020 In August 2019, CT Ravi had said that the Karnataka government is studying a proposal to ban beef in the state. Currently, there is a ban on cattle slaughter in Karnataka according to the Karnataka Prevention of Cow Slaughter and Cattle Preservation 1964. The law allows slaughter of bulls, bullocks and male-buffaloes. It also allows slaughter of female buffaloes aged above twelve years, or are no longer fit for breeding or cannot give milk. The law also requires certification from authorities for cattle slaughter.
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Forest Dept puts 'Wild Karnataka' online before theatrical release, filmmakers baffled
The forest department's move to release the film came as a shock to the makers of 'Wild Karnataka', who were preparing for the theatrical release of the film in theatres on Friday.
Just days before the theatrical release of the documentary film 'Wild Karnataka', it has already made waves on social media after the Karnataka Forest Department uploaded the film on Wednesday. The forest department's move to release the film came as a shock to the makers of 'Wild Karnataka', who were preparing for the theatrical release of the film on Friday. The wildlife documentary set in Karnataka was shot in ultra-HD and is narrated by British broadcaster and natural historian Sir David Attenborough. The link was tweeted by the Karnataka Forest Department's official account on Wednesday and allowed social media users to watch the film but at the time of writing, the documentary was unavailable on the link. Please watch the documentary 'Wild Karnataka' at https://t.co/hnBXCqyCUp All the copyrights vest with the Karnataka Forest Department.#india #karnataka #forest #wildlife #trees #nature #conservation #afforestation #ecology #environment @amoghavarsha @kalyanvarma @rickykej — Karnataka Forest Department (@aranya_kfd) January 14, 2020 The Karnataka Forest Department (KFD) defended its move to upload the film online by pointing to a memorandum of understanding struck with the filmmakers. "The parties agree that all copyrights of the film shall vest with KFD". The agreement also states, "The contributors shall be free to use, produce, publish, reproduce, broadcast, telecast, market, and distribute the film in any part of the world including and not limited to broadcast on television, internet, film festivals, and screenings in order to give wide publicity." "The forest department has uploaded the film without informing us beforehand. Our screenings in theatres are house-full for the next three days so we are confident that the public will come watch the film in theatres", one of the filmmakers Amoghavarsha told TNM. While filming, a team of 20 people worked in tandem with forest officials and travelled through swathes of forest areas across Karnataka. The film was made by Amoghavarsha JS and Kalyan Varma along with forest officer Vijay Mohan Raj and naturalist Sarath Champati. With no human on screen, the film explores the riches of Karnataka's natural biodiversity. The filmmakers shot on the field in Honnavar, Bidar, Sharavathi, Koppal, Hampi, Siruguppa, Bhadra Tiger Reserve, Cauvery Wildlife Sanctuary, BRT, Nagarahole, Agumbe, Bhimgad and Daroji. The filmmakers worked with Vinay Luthra, the former Principal Chief Conservator of Forests and Head of Forest Force at Karnataka Forest Department, while making the film. Speaking to TNM, Vinay Luthra was at a loss to explain why the film was released online by the forest department just days ahead of the theatrical release. "The filmmakers planned to recover the cost of making the film and profits will be donated to the Tiger Conservation Foundation. Though the forest department reserves the right to release the film, it has harmed the cause of tiger conservation by doing this. It could have been released after funds were raised," he said. The documentary film was set to be released on Friday in PVR theatres in 19 cities. The film was initially premiered on March 3 2019 in Bengaluru's Jaymahal Palace and on November 18 2019 in UB City.
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