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Karnataka Higher Education Minister Basavaraj Rayareddy said the government would examine a proposal to establish a new government first-grade college in Davanagere South. At the same time, the government is focusing on improving infrastructure and facilities at existing government colleges. The proposal could provide additional higher-education opportunities for students in and around Davanagere South if approved.

A new weekday DEMU special train service began operating between Hosapete Junction and Arsikere Junction through Kotturu, Davanagere and Kadur. The service is expected to improve daytime rail connectivity for students, employees, traders and regular passengers travelling across central Karnataka. The new train provides another convenient transportation option for people travelling through Davanagere.

Two people lost their lives after two motorcycles collided head-on near Kaidale–Kukkuwada Cross in Davanagere taluk. The victims were residents of Karekatte and Hosa Belavanur villages. The accident caused concern among local residents and once again highlighted the importance of road safety and careful driving on busy rural roads.

A family of four from Banashankari Layout in Davanagere was reported missing after informing relatives that they were travelling to Bengaluru. When family members were unable to contact them for an extended period, a complaint was filed with Vidya Nagar police. Police began investigating their travel details and possible whereabouts, while relatives continued to seek information about the missing family.

BJP Raitha Morcha organised a bandh in Davanagere protesting the release of Bhadra reservoir water to other districts and the Karnataka government’s gutka and pan-masala ban. Former minister M.P. Renukacharya led the demonstrations.