New Delhi: Former Karnataka Chief Minister Jagadish Shettar Thursday returned to BJP, giving a major ‘Lingayat’ fillip to the party ahead of the Lok Sabha election.
Shettar, who rejoined his old party, cited his long association with the Bharatiya Janata Party, and said many of his well-wishers wanted him to back in the outfit
The Dr Gangubai Hangal Gurukul Trust, the country's first classical music institute following the guru-shishya tradition, is facing uncertainty as funds crunch has hit the functioning of the trust. Classes have been suspended since Dec as the government failed to provide additional funding. Gurus stopped taking classes as they haven’t received remuneration for the past six months. Despite efforts from local musicians and people to pressure the government for additional funds, no resolutions have been reached.
Hubballi-Dharwad artists are facing a shortage of art galleries to showcase their works. Despite assurances by HDMC, the artists are yet to get a dedicated space. Find out more about their struggle and demands.