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India Today
27-06-2025
- India Today
75-year-old man caught after 23 years for killing wife, dumping body in gunny bag
Police in Karnataka's Koppal district have arrested a 75-year-old man for the murder of his wife, 23 years after the crime was was arrested on Thursday by Gangavati police for killing his third wife, Renukamma, in 2002. He had been absconding since the incident to the police, Hanumanthappa killed Renukamma in 2002 in Koppal district. After the murder, he transported her body in a gunny bag on a bus to Kampli in Ballari district, approximately 50-70 km east of Koppal. Kampli is located near the Unesco heritage site of The case was registered at Gangavati Town Police Station. Gangavati is situated in southeast Koppal and is the district's largest city by area and population. The city is commonly known as the 'Rice Bowl of Karnataka'.Hanumanthappa was arrested from his native village of Haladhal in Manvi taluk, Raichur district, where he had recently returned. Haladhal, also spelled Aldhal, is located in the Manvi taluk of Raichur village is positioned approximately 40-50 km southwest of Raichur city, 100-120 km east of Koppal, and 70-90 km northeast of Kampli, on a bus to which he had dumped his wife's 75-year-old accused remained at large for 23 years before his recent arrest. The case involves multiple jurisdictions across Karnataka, with the murder occurring in Koppal district, the body being disposed of in Ballari district, and the arrest taking place in Raichur district.- EndsTrending Reel
Time of India
31-05-2025
- Science
- Time of India
Raichur agri radio goes bilingual to reach global audience
Raichur: The Agriculture FM station at the University of Agricultural Sciences, Raichur, will soon be accessible worldwide in two languages: Kannada and English. Launched in 2023 with a frequency of 89.6 MHz under the title 'Krishi Samudaya Banuli Kendra', the station has so far only broadcast programmes in Kannada, reaching dozens of villages within 20 km radius. Now, listeners can access agriculture-related programmes by downloading the Android app, KKCRS Raichur. This innovative broadcasting model was introduced on May 27 without any major announcement. "We are now planning to broaden our outreach by offering information in English shortly. This initiative serves two purposes. Our farmers will be able to engage with experts from around the world, supported by our moderators. Additionally, those interested in leveraging agricultural technologies and innovations will find it beneficial, as agriculture knows no boundaries," states vice-chancellor Dr M Hanumanthappa. To turn this long-awaited vision into reality, UAS Raichur gathered the necessary infrastructure, including a well-equipped recording studio, cutting-edge technology, and a technical room. The directorate of agricultural extension is now prepared to broadcast programmes on FM radio, utilising technology that rivals that of any conventional radio station. Given that a majority of mobile users possess Android devices, it is straightforward to install the app and tune into 'Kalyana Krishi Samudra Banuli Kendra,' explained VC Dr Hanumanthappa. He mentioned that the station will soon be the only agricultural radio station in the state to offer farmer-related programmes in multiple languages. At present, various programmes are broadcast live daily from 6am to 9am and from 6pm to 9pm. The KKCRS Raichur Android app has now come to the aid of thousands of farmers through web streaming. Additionally, programmes can be accessed by scanning the QR code created by the extension directorate of the University of Agricultural Sciences using an Android mobile device. Programmes covering topics such as research scientists, agricultural extension units, horticulture, animal husbandry, university information, various projects, documentaries, interviews with agricultural scientists and progressive farmers, the introduction of agricultural technologies, field experiences, weather reports, as well as entertainment, satirical dialogues, debates, and the promotion of rural agricultural literature and arts will now reach hundreds of thousands of farmer friends globally through the Kalyana Krishi Samudra Banuli Kendra. The university is organising a formal launch for the event, and the schedule will be announced once all necessary preparations are finalised.
Hans India
29-04-2025
- Business
- Hans India
Farmers in Ballary distressed over falling paddy prices after double crop yield
Ballari: Farmers in Bellary, who initially celebrated the success of their double paddy harvest due to the abundant water supply from the Tungabhadra reservoir, are now facing se-vere disappointment as paddy prices plummet. This year, farmers cultivated two crops of paddy, anticipating generous returns for their hard work. However, unfavourable conditions in international export markets and increased imports from neighbouring states have caused a significant drop in pric-es. Last year, farmers harvested a single paddy crop and received favourable market prices. This year, however, those who grew two crops were hopeful for better profits, but the current market conditions have left them anxious and frustrated. In early March, the price for RNR variety paddy was Rs2,800 per quintal, while Sona Masoori was priced at Rs2,600. Currently, RNR is selling for Rs1,600 per quintal, short RNR at Rs1,550, and Ganga Kaveri at Rs1,400. The situation has been compounded by U.S. President Donald Trump's tariff policies, which include a 26% tariff on rice exports from India. Though this tariff has been sus-pended for 90 days, it has already disrupted international rice trade. India's rice is shipped to many countries, including the U.S., and market analysts believe that the tariffs have negatively impacted the export sector. The filling of the Tungabhadra reservoir has led to similar crop yields in neighbouring states like Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, increasing rice availability and driving prices down. Farmers are now overwhelmed with excess stock that is flooding the market, causing prices to dip further. Farmer Hanumanthappa expressed his frustration about the declining support prices for the second crop, stating that farmers are crucial to the nation's economy but feel neglected by government policies. 'The government needs to declare a support price and address the injustices faced by farmers,' he asserted. Another farmer, Sridhar Gowda, lamented that there are no buyers for the crop, which is not even being safe-guarded. With cultivation costs reaching up to Rs35,000 per acre, yielding only 40 bags per acre, he criticized the government's failure to open purchase centres as promised. 'The expected support price was Rs2,300, but now it has decreased by Rs1,000. We are in deep trouble,' he said. As farmers continue to grapple with these challenges, calls for government interven-tion and a fair pricing policy grow louder, emphasizing the urgent need to support those who feed the nation.
