Eshwar Khandre
Deadly Bacterial Infection Kills 31 Blackbucks at Karnataka's Kittur Rani Chennamma Zoo: Government Orders Investigation
Nov 17, 2025 10:37 pm CST
A severe bacterial infection has devastated the blackbuck population at Kittur Rani Chennamma Zoo in Belagavi, Karnataka, killing 31 animals in just four days. Forest Minister Eshwar Khandre has ordered a high-level investigation into the outbreak, dispatching experts from Bannerghatta Biological Park to address the crisis and prevent further spread to other facilities.
Fatal Tiger Attack in Karnataka: Third Human Death in One Month Prompts Safari Suspension
Nov 07, 2025 07:01 pm CST
After a farmer was killed by a tiger in Mysuru district, Karnataka has suspended safari operations in Nagarahole and Bandipur Tiger Reserves. This marks the third fatal tiger attack in the region within one month, leading to immediate safety measures including trekking suspensions in human-wildlife conflict areas and deployment of all available staff to capture the dangerous big cat.
Tragic Death of Karnataka Farmer: Self-Immolation Over Unresolved Forest Land Dispute
Nov 05, 2025 05:00 pm CST
A Karnataka farmer named Manjegowda tragically died after setting himself on fire outside the Mandya District Administration Office due to an unresolved land dispute with the forest department. Despite submitting an application on October 18 about bank loans and alleged harassment, government inaction reportedly drove him to this extreme step. The Mandya deputy commissioner has ordered an investigation, while Karnataka Forest Minister Eshwar Khandre has requested a report on the incident.
Bigg Boss Kannada Studio Sealed: KSPCB Shuts Down Reality Show Over Environmental Violations
Oct 08, 2025 02:28 am CST
The Karnataka State Pollution Control Board has sealed Jollywood Studios, home to Bigg Boss Kannada Season 12, citing environmental violations and lack of proper permits. All contestants were evacuated as authorities enforced closure orders against Vels Studios and Entertainment for non-compliance with Air and Water Acts, despite previous warnings issued in March 2024. The Rs 5 crore set has been locked and approximately 700 staff members sent home while contestants have been relocated to Eagleton Resort.