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Karnataka News Archive: March 2006
Rakshita and Radhika together again
Friday, March 31, 2006 | MP
After Mandya, glamor girls Rakshita and Radhika will perform together again in V. Ravichandran's Odahuttidavalu. The film will be directed by directed by Saiprakash. The film is said to be a woman oriented theme and Radhika is said to enact the touching sentimental role who will play Ravichandran's sis in the film.
3 power projects in this fiscal year
Friday, March 31, 2006 | MP
In a move which will add 940 MW to the State power grid, Karnataka Power Corporation Limited (KPCL) has decided to complete three power projects during the financial year in 2006-07. This will include Bellary Thermal Power Station, Raichur Thermal Power Station and Varahi Power Plant. Besides, in order to reduce the imbalance in power demand and its generation, (KPTCL) has also decided to take up five projects in the next five years. The Bellary thermal power plant is said to become operational by end of the year. The budget for 2006-07 has assigned Rs. 1,711. 35 crore for the energy sector.
Kannadigas celebrate Ugadi festival
Thursday, March 30, 2006 | MP
Ugadi which marks the New Year festival is being celebrated by Kanndigas across the state. According to Hindu mythology, it is believed that the creator Lord Brahma started creation on this day - Chaitra suddha padhyami or the Ugadi day. It also marks the onset of spring,new life and new possibilities. The day is believed auspicious for making start in new ventures. The festival which also means family reunion for many is celebrated with buying new clothes, jewellery, making traditional homemade delicacies etc.
Govt told to keep watch on rat fever disease
Wednesday, March 29, 2006 | MP
With cases of rat fever diseases reported in Karnataka districts like Gulbarga, Bidar and Raichur, the Government was asked to take immediate measures on this regard to control the spread of the disease. This was brought into notice by opposition leader Mr Dharam Singh in the legislative Assembly. Several cases of the highly contagious leptospirosis or rat fever were reported with two people confirmed to have died and many others admitted in hospitals in these areas.
Kumararama set for August release
Wednesday, March 29, 2006 | MP
Shivarajkumar’s upcoming film Gandugali Kumararama, a take on the historic life of Kumararama will be reaching theaters in August. The film is directed by Bargava and produced by Pattabhi Ram. The film’s shooting is in progress at Bangalore, Hampi and war scenes are being shot at Rajastan deserts. Ramba, Laya, Anitha play the lead female roles in the film.
Metro Rail: BJP questions BMPs role
Tuesday, March 28, 2006 | MP
The BJP came in strong voice and sought Bangalore Mahanagara Palike (BMP) role in the Metro Rail Project. While holding talks on the BMP budget for 2006-2007 the BJP leader at the BMP council also alleged that none of the MoU's signed between the BMP and the State Government in 2001 had been taken up so far. "What is the BMP's contribution to this mega project? Have you planned any improvement of service roads and pavements along the Metro Rail routes? The budget does not allocate any funds for supplementing the project from the BMP side," he said.
Jogi sweeps ETV film awards
Monday, March 27, 2006 | MP
The last year’s blockbuster Kannada film, Jogi sweeped most of the awards at the ETV-Vatika film awards. The film won 11 awards from 16 categories including best film, best director(Prem), best actor(Shivaraj Kumar), best music director(Guru Kiran), best editing(Srinivas), lyricist(Prem), best cinematography (M.R. Seenu),dialogues, story etc. Actress Ramya won the Best Actress award for the film Amruthadhare. Best Playback Singer (Male) was S.P. Balasubrahmanyam (film: Anna Tangi), while Chitra won the Best Playback Singer (Female) for the film Akash.
Infosys to get 845 acres of land in Bangalore
Monday, March 27, 2006 | MP
IT major Infosys Technologies Limited has been granted 845 acres of land for setting up its second campus in Sarjapur Road on the outskirts of Bangalore.The proposal was approved by the Karnataka government with Chief Minister H.D. Kumaraswamy giving nod for the Infosys's proposal for acquiring land. The company aims at setting up software development centre and residential quarters for its employees in Sarjapur Road. The new campus which is estimated at a cost of Rs. 1,500 crores is expected to create 25,000 jobs.
Hatavadi
Sunday, March 26, 2006 | MP
Hatavadi is all in all by V Ravichandran who does the directing, screenplay, story, lyrics, dialogues, music composing, film editing and even plays the hero of the film. The story is that of struggles a singer got to face while in search for an opportunity and how he overcome the obstacles with his determination. Radhika who plays the ladylove is impressive. Dialogues are catchy. Music is superb.Avinash, Ramesh Bhat, Padmaja Rao, Vinaya Prasad etc casts in the film.
Ganda Hendathi finishes Bangkok shooting
Saturday, March 25, 2006 | MP
The cast and crew of the Ganda Hendathi team is back from Bangkok after a 23 day shooting which included 42 scenes. The film has almost covered more than half part of its entire shooting schedules. The rest of the shooting will take place in India. The film directed by Ravi Srivatsa has Ravi Belagere playing the lead role in the film. Shailendra Babu produces the film.
Govt gives green signal for IT park at Devanahalli
Saturday, March 25, 2006 | MP
A committee headed by Chief Minister Kumaraswamy has given approval for the investment for the proposed Devanahalli IT hardwarre park. The IT Park is being promoted by Shapoorji Pallonji which will be housed at a 1400 acre area near the upcoming Devanhali international airport. The govt has cleared investments worth Rs 28,000 crore, of which Rs 21,840 crore was contributed for software technology parks. Other investment included on sectors like engineering textiles etc.
Jothe Jothe Yali
Friday, March 24, 2006 | MP
Jothe Jothe Yali is a project from actor Darshan's home production. Darshan's brother Dinakarwill direct the film. Darshan's mother, Meena Thoogudeepa will produce the film, under the family banner named after Darshan's father Thoogudeepa Srinivas. Prem of Nenapirali fame will be the hero for the film. Ramya is the female lead. Darshan also makes special appearance in the film. The film is based on the theme of love in relationships.
State govt with new plans to promote tourism
Friday, March 24, 2006 | MP
The Karnataka government has come up with more plans to promote tourism in the state. This includes offering government land to industrialists for setting up resorts and privatising the management of government guest houses. The offer is made more attractive with the land prices made available at 50 per cent of the market value to entrepreneurs in all places except at Bangalore. The government had also taken initiatives to actively promote tourism in Bangalore with adventure sports, creating high profile housing facilities and allowing private parties to manage tanks like Ulsoor, Sankey, Madiwala, Bellandur, etc.
Vishnu,Upendra,Darshan to appear in TV seriel
Thursday, March 23, 2006 | MP
Kannada Megastar Dr Vishnuvardhan wil be making a guest appearance for the first time in an upcoming Television seriel. The seriel titled 'Ramesh Maaya Bazaar'is directed and produced by Magic Ramesh. The seriel will be aired on 26th of March in the ETV Kannada channnel at 9pm. The opening episode of the seriel will have the superstar Visnu. The following episodes of 'Ramesh Maaya Bazaar'telecasted will also have other film celebrities like Upendra, Darshan, Ramesh Aravind, Anu Prabhakar etc
IISc to set up campus in Mysore
Thursday, March 23, 2006 | MP
The country’s premier research Institute , the Indian Institute of Science has plans to set up a campus in Mysore. Besides the present campus in Bangalore, the new IISc campus will be housed near the Academic Staff College in Manasagangotri in Mysore. The decision for the new campus is with respect to the IISc and University of Mysore agreeing to sign a Memorandum of Understanding which is most likely to take place in April. The new alliance will help promote research and students exchange programmes, setting up of joint infrastructure etc.
Bale Jodi
Wednesday, March 22, 2006 | MP
Poornima Mohan from KCN Group who has directed her first movie Julie in Kannada is making her next project 'Bale Jodi'. Though the title is same of the 1970's Rajkumar movie, Poornima's Bale Jodi is quite different from that. The film portrays the story of woman as the main character. The heroine is Rakshita playing dual role of a cop and a thief. Actor Zulfy of 'O Mallige' will be the male lead.
Jogi goes to Telungu
Wednesday, March 22, 2006 | MP
Shivarajkumar starrer Jogi which created waves in the boxoffice is now going to the Telungu film industry. The movie was a runaway hit in India as well as in overseas. Jogi is titled Basava in the Telungu version. Prabhas and Nayantara are playing the lead in the Telungu remake of the film.
Karnataka Budget; No new taxes,sops for the poor
Tuesday, March 21, 2006 | MP
The new JD(S)-BJP coalition Government had presented the Karnataka budget with no new taxes. The budget also presented any fund allocations for several new and innovative welfare schemes. Besides special attention has been given to agriculture, rural development, irrigation sectors and for improving infrastructure in urban areas. Other highlights include subsidised cooperative loans made available to weavers and fishermen and a cut down in the interest rates of farm loans.
Jothe Jothe Yali
Saturday, March 18, 2006 | AY
Actor Darshan has turned producer and has launched his brother Dinakar, a cinematographer as the director. Darshan named the banner after his father Thoogudeepa Srinivas and his film 'Jothe Jothe Yali' was launched with a muhurat recently. The film is about mature love. A youth who thinks only of the present and a girl who thinks only about the future get attracted to each other. The film also shows that lovers after getting married lose interest in each other. Prem, who debuted in Nenapirali plays the lead opposite Ramya with Darshan in a guest role.
Apple has Bangalore plans
Saturday, March 18, 2006 | AY
Apple Computer has announced that it plans to open a new call center in Bangalore. It has stirred the debate, once again, over outsourcing of high tech U.S. jobs. With the move, Apple joins Dell, which last year opened a call center in India amid much criticism, and IBM, which is increasingly moving jobs to the subcontinent and has said it may employ as many as 50,000 workers there in the coming years. Apple tried to put the best face on the project, saying that though it was building a facility in Bangalore in which to locate the call center, it isn't planning to cut any existing American jobs.
Ajay
Tuesday, March 14, 2006 | MP
Ajay is the Kannada version of the other South Indian language hit films like Okkadu (Telungu) and Gilli(Tamil). Mehar Ramesh is directing the film. Rockline Venkatesh is producing the film. Puneet Rajkumar is the hero for the film. Anu Mehta plays the heroine. Award winning cameraman Vasu handles the camera for the film. The shooting of the film is over and the film will reach theaters by April end.
Bangalore Metro logo released
Tuesday, March 14, 2006 | MP
The proposed Bangalore Metro rail project's logo was released by the Karnataka Governor T.N. Chaturvedi. The logo got selected from 400 entries, was titled, 'Namma Metro'is in green and purple colours. The green color represents the garden city while the purple represents technology and modernity and at the same time being easy to remember. The logo signifies the ambition of making the transport service dear to everyone. The work on the metro rail would start from April beginning.
Raj may sing a song for Arasu
Monday, March 13, 2006 | MP
Arasu is the latest project from Rajkumar’s home production which stars Puneet Rajkumar in the lead. And if all goes well, perhaps Dr Raj may try lending his voice for Arasu. His family has been requesting him to sing a song for the film. “If I get a chance and if I feel better, then I would definitely sing”, this was the veteran actor’s reply.
Mlore power project: ONGC to invest Rs 45000cr
Monday, March 13, 2006 | MP
ONGC has agreed to invest even upto Rs 450000 crore in the mega Mangalore Power Project in the State, said Chief Minister Kumara Swamy. This is much higher than what was initially assigned for the project which was of Rs 25000 crore. He also added that Prime Minister Manmohan Singh has agreed to lay the foundation stone for the power project shortly after the parliamentary session.
Arasu
Sunday, March 12, 2006 | MP
Dr. Rajkumar family's home production has recently announced the launch of Arasu. Parvatamma Rajkumar is producing the film under the banner of Vajreshwari Combines. The function was attended by friends and family members of the Raj family. Puneet Rajkumar is the hero of the film. The movie is said to be a strange love story which involves two heroines. Jyotsna Sridhar scores the music for the film. Mahesh Babu is director for the film who said he would dedicate the movie to late Mr Varadaraj, brother of Rajkumar.
CM calls on private sectors to join infrastructure development
Sunday, March 12, 2006 | MP
Chief Minister H.D. Kumaraswamy has called on the private sector contribute in the state’s infrastructure development with the public-private partnership (PPP) model. "It is imperative we involve the private sector to participate in the socio-economic development of the state in which infrastructure plays a vital role,” said CM while addressing delegates from the various sectors at a conference on ‘PPPs in Infrastructure Development’.
Bangalore faces growing gender imbalance
Saturday, March 11, 2006 | MP
The reports on child sex ratio in the State indicate that many of the districts in Karnantaka are faced with instances of female foeticide. This is not only seen in North Karnataka districts but also in urban areas like Bangalore. The Census survey in some of the wards of Bangalore Mahanagara Palike limits indicates a growing gender imbalance lesser than 900 females for 1000 males. Some of the instances are Dasarahalli (841), Bommanahalli, Konakunte (865) and Hebbugodi (861).
Autograph Please
Saturday, March 11, 2006 | MP
The Kannada film, ‘Autograph Please’ had faced many a problems with major replacements in its crew team and is finally on the roll. Bhavani Shanker is the new director of the film. It is said to be a film carrying a social message especially on AIDS awareness and relief works. Popular social worker, Veena Dhari is also making a guest appearance in the film. Suresh Bijoor is producing the film under the banner of Bijoor Cini Projects. Music of the film had been recently launched again.
Pooja Kanwal pairs with Mayur in Student
Saturday, March 11, 2006 | MP
Filmmaker Sridhar for his upcoming film 'Student' had gone for an alternate heroine in his film. Shradda Arya was first proposed for the role opposite Mayur during the film’s launch. But once the shooting started Pooja Kanwal has replaced her as the heroine for the film. The director had a last minute swap as he felt that Pooja looked a better match with Mayoor than Shraddha did. Pooja was seen in the recent Kannada flick, 7 O'clock.
Blore Metro project gets GoM clearance
Friday, March 10, 2006 | MP
The Karnataka government’s proposal for Bangalore Metro rail project is said to have got the clearance from the Group of Ministers (GoM) at the Center. As per the proposal the Bangalore Metro will be built on the standard guage and will be under the Mysore Tramways Act. The Urban Development Ministry is said to deliver model legislation on the safety laws for the metro system. Now the project has to get the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affair’s final clearance.
Innovative Film City to complete by Dec 2006
Friday, March 10, 2006 | MP
Innovative Film City project has kicked off with the foundation stone laying ceremony on Thursday. The mega project build by the Innovative Group spreads over 50 acres on the Bangalore-Mysore highway at the Bidadi Industrial area, 27 kms off Bangalore. The project at an estimated cost of Rs 150 crore will be completed by December 2006. The Innovative Film City will have six mega studios, a film institute, a production house, an IT park. Besides it will feature attractions like Ripley’s Believe It or Not, wax museum with replications depicting scenes from Mahabharata, Ramayana, The Bible, Haunted Mansion, Jurrasic Journey, India’s largest amphitheater, a mini aerodrome modeled on the lines of popular European cities, a mini golf course , Go-Karting zone, residential complex etc.
My Autograph: Sudeep credits it to Cheran
Thursday, March 9, 2006 | MP
If Sudeep gets honors for his recent directed debut film, My Autograph, no doubt he owes the credit to the Tamil film director Cheran as well. After all its Cheran's Tamil film, 'Autograph' which inspired him to make the Kannada remake. This was evident at the function which was held at Bangalore where Cheran was honoured by Kannada actor cum director Sudeep. Mr Cheran came in praise of Sudeep for making a hit out of a remake which is not so easy. While Sudeep thanked the crew and audience for the support of his film, he said he would take only 50% credits for the film, the rest would go to Cheran.
Govt takeover rules violative, says pvt school mgmts
Thursday, March 9, 2006 | MP
The Karnataka governments take over rules of private educational institutions are posing serious risks to the private school managements. The education department has notified in its draft rules that the government can takeover the management of any educational institution on a one month's prior notice. However there is no mention on what justification the government can takeover the management of these institutions. This covers all private schools from primary to secondary schools in the state. In response to the draft notification, the Associated management of primary and Secondary schools in Karnataka have asserted that the rules as violative of the rights.
Girish Karnad to act in Tananam Tananam
Wednesday, March 8, 2006 | MP
Kavitha Lankesh's Tananam Tananam is progressing with its shooting. The film though themed with a triangular love story is said to be a film which portrays on strong human emotions with importance to theater and classical dance. A distinct speciality of the film is that Girish Karnad is acting in this Kannada film. "She has given me a good and challenging role. Though I am playing a music teacher role, it has got nothing to do with the role I did in 'Ananda Bhairavi', says Girish on his new offer.
Microsoft plans 2000 training centers in State
Wednesday, March 8, 2006 | MP
Software and IT major, Microsoft Corporation in joint corporation with the Karnataka government is heading for opening 2000 training centers across Karnataka. This will be mainly focused on setting up knowledge centers for the villages in Karnataka. This included opening "raith samparka kendras" equipped with information technology facilities, informed Microsoft India Chairman to Karnataka Chief Minister. The CM has urged the firm to look beyond Bangalore and open centres in places like Mangalore, Hubli-Dharwad and Hassan that would better offer employment opportunities to the local people.
CM clears his stand on IT -BT industry
Tuesday, March 7, 2006 | MP
Chief Minister H D Kumaraswamy who came in with sharp comments on the IT and BT sectors in the State, softened his stand on the issue the very next day saying that he was only referring to the rich-poor divide due to the globalization and was not against the industry. “ What I meant was that the government along with the problems of IT and BT industry is also concerned about the needs of poor in Bangalore.”, said CM. He also added that the IT-BT sectors were also helping the economy and there is no need for them to have any uneasiness.
Shishya
Monday, March 6, 2006 | MP
Shishya is a film themed on the story of underworlds. But the movie carries a lot of violence and bloodshed. Newcomer Deepak plays the title role of Shishya who does a satisfactory performance. Chytra is impressive. Siva Samaya’s dialogues are catchy. Director Vasu has managed to keep the tempo of the film though the film has few hitches here and there. Rangayana Raghu, Jai Jagdhish, Padma Vasanti, Pramila Joshy etc casts in the film.
People will vote Cong back to power: Dharam
Monday, March 6, 2006 | MP
Former Chief Minister Dharam Singh stated that the ongoing political situation in Karnataka would let the State go into Assembly elections within six months as the newly formed government was not functioning properly. In that case, the Congress party was confident that the people would vote the party back into power, said Dharam while addressing to the media persons in Gulbarga. He said that there would be conflicts within the coalition partners if the BJP brings up the Bababudangiri and Hubli Idgah Maidan issues.
Gopi
Sunday, March 5, 2006 | MP
Gopi directed by G K Muddhuraj is the remake of the Telungu film, Murari. The Kannada version has Murali and Gowri playing the lead pair. The story takes you back to the old world of superstitions and curses. Murali comes out with outstanding performances. Gowri also is impressive. Umashri, Dodanna, Ashok, Loknath etc casts in the film. B A Madhu offers some catchy dialogues. Music is average. Though the director keeps it quiet exact to the original, the Telugu version made it better.
Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan in State to get more funds
Sunday, March 5, 2006 | MP
Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan (SSA) project for 2006-07 in the State has been granted Rs 700 crore by the Center for the next year. There has been a 70% rise in the Center’s funds this time compared to the last year. This was announced by the Center government as a part of its education aid. Apart from this an additional 25% of what the Centre has allocated for the project will be contributed by the State government. Under SSA, the Center has also agreed to build 15000 classrooms for Karnataka. SSA would also set up special programs for the minorities and backward districts of the State.
Jagdish not happy as Madana faces trouble
Saturday, March 4, 2006 | MP
Jai Jagdish's directorial debut 'Madana' has landed into trouble recently with the censor board asking for removal of some scenes from the film. According to the director the film shows some true scenes from the real life which includes portrayal of a corrupt police officer. The censor board had said that the police officers could not be shown disreputably in any film. But Jagdish is all set to go with the scenes. “If it doesn’t get approved, I’ll approach the revising committee”, says the director
Bijapur Navraspur Utsav gets colorful start
Saturday, March 4, 2006 | MP
The 3day festival, Navraspur Utsav in Bijapur got a colorful start with a variety of cultural items and folklore troops adding color to the event. The events took off at the historic Navraspur Sangeet Mahal at the Torvi village in Bijapur. Bijapur MP while inaugurating the event should promote heritage sites in and around Bijapur. Authorities said that it would urge the Karnataka State Tourism Development Corporation to start a service covering tourist spots in Bijapur district.
Online movie rental service launched, enjoy maadi
Friday, March 3, 2006 | MP
Bangloreans can now avail the services of SeventyMM, an online movie rental service which had its launch by the singer cum actress, Vasundhara Das. SeventyMM offers its customers with getting them their favourite movies, ship it to you and pick it up from you on return. All this with no extra cost other than paying a monthly subscription fee. Customers can place the order for movies at the company’s website including Hindi/ English/ Kannada languages. Also facility for other regional language films would also be added in the near future. As an introductory offer of a monthly subscription rate of Rs 199 one can get upto 4 movies a month. Another plan which covers unlimited orders on DVD/VCDis also available at a rate of Rs 549 a month.
Proposal on Bengalooru may fall off
Friday, March 3, 2006 | MP
The earlier government’s proposal for renaming of Karnataka capital, Banaglore to Bengalooru has not made any progress with the present CM, Kumaraswamy not showing any initiative towards it. He had earlier mentioned that he would go for the name change if the people really wanted it. But so far nothing has been done on this regard. The Kannada culture circles have been pressing the CM for the suggested renaming but there are also inside talks that the proposal may fall off as it was made by the earlier chief Minister, Dharam Singh.
CET not to have negative marks this year
Thursday, March 2, 2006 | MP
There is some good news for the students aspiring to get an admission through CET. This year’s Common Entrance Test (CET) for admission to the various professional courses will not carry any negative marks in its evaluation process. This is being introduced for the first time in CET. Earlier 0.25 marks were deducted for every wrong answer which won’t be there this time. It is also noted that the ranks list for medical and dental courses will be published only on basis of those who secure 50% marks taken together in PCB subjects in both qualifying exams as well as the CET (40% in case of SC/ ST/OBC). Hence those who score less than 50 % together in the PCB subjects in CET exams won’t be awarded any rank for medical courses. While the rank list for engineering and technology courses will be published in respect of those who secure 45% in the optional subjects in the qualifying exams, irrespective of marks obtained in the PCM subjects of CET (40% in case of SC/ ST/OBC).
Preethi Eke Bhoomi Melide
Thursday, March 2, 2006 | MP
Ashwini Productions who is running high with the Jogi success is making a new film, ‘Preethi Eke Bhoomi Melide’ with filmmaker Prem, who is not only doing the direction but also playing the lead role for the film. R.P. Patnayak scores the music for the film which will have 9 songs. Aswini Ramprasad who has done magic with Jogi is in no doubt that his new film too will come with flying colors. The other cast of the movie are still on consideration and Prem discloses that there wont be any high profile stars for the film. The film carries high expectations and the director promises that he won’t disappoint his audience.
Childrens film Tuttoori, to contest in international film festivals
Wednesday, March 1, 2006 | MP
If all goes well, the Kannada film, Tuttoori a children's film directed by P. Seshadri can make its way to the international film festivals at Cannes and Cairo. The film has already got many a recognition at the International Film Festival in Dhaka. The film won the viewers award in the children's film category in the film festival there. The film produced by actress Jayamala has 30 child artistes playing significant roles in the film. Actor Dattanna also plays a key role in the film.
Budget proposal for Blore-Chennai expressway
Wednesday, March 1, 2006 | MP
The Union budget has proposed for an access controlled express highway between Bangalore and Chennai. Apart from this, building townships in Karnataka are also being planned in the budget. Finance Minister has also announced RS 100 crore funds for the premier research institute, Indian Institute of Science at Bangalore for developing it to an institute of world class repute. He also said that the industrial bids were called for the Power plant project for coastal Karnataka(at Tadri near Karwar).
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