Karnataka govt declares distance education only through KSOU

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January 1, 2021

Mysuru, Jan 1: Karnataka government has declared that the Karnataka State Open University (KSOU) to be the sole university to offer courses through distance mode in the state.

Welcoming the decision of the government to make distance education the sole preserve of KSOU, Vice Chancellor Prof. Vidyashankar, on Friday said, though it was approved in the cabinet last week, the relating Act was passed now after the governor's approval.

"After amending the KSOU Act, now are on the mission of 'educating everyone everywhere'. KSOU's dream of putting more emphasis on quality education is now become a reality. Governor Vajubhai Wala, CM Yeddyurappa and DyCM Dr Ashwath Naraayna were among those behind the dream", the VC said.

Ten new courses, including BSc, BBA, BCA, BScIT, MSc IT, MSc Botany, Zoology, MSc Food Science and Nutrition will be launched this January, he said.

Prof. Vidyashankar explained that KSOU has initiated 8 courses including MCom, MBA, MA, MSc IT, MSc Computer Science through online.

KSOU has successfully completed 25 years. Against this backdrop, several projects have been launched during the silver festival. The first step was to drive the creation of alumni. Facebook Page, Web site is planning to bring the old students under one platform.

A number of people who read at KSOU have graced the top post. Similarly, influential politicians are also students of KSOU. All of them are supported by OpenView. "The aim of the university is to implement the university-led system in our students," he said.

It is also thought of forming a high-level committee and introducing new programs. The 24x7 library is intended to be open to students who attend training to attend competitive exams. We are also in the process of constructing a residential building. It is a matter of pride that the Competitive Testing Center under the leadership of Jainahalli Satyanarayana Gowda is doing well. Prof. Vidyashankar appreciated that the number of students who had previously been only 200 has now crossed the 1100 mark.

"We have all the privileges needed to start a new course. UGC has given permission for the commencement of the course," he said.

UGC's appreciation of physical features, KSOU has been quite digital in the last one and a half years, computerized access process, online classes, KSOU Student App. He also explained that the promotion of professors is in line with traditional universities.

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Veena s
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Wednesday, 7 Apr 2021

When msc botany msc zoology will start at ksou

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April 7,2025

Mangaluru, Apr 7: The long-standing demand for a separate Beary Development Corporation has hit a wall — the Karnataka government has officially stated that no such proposal is currently under consideration.

Beary-speaking people, mainly settled across Dakshina Kannada, Udupi, and parts of Kodagu, have been urging the government to set up a dedicated body for the welfare of their community and the promotion of their unique 1,200-year-old language. But during the recent legislative session, Minority Affairs Minister B.Z. Zameer Ahmed Khan confirmed that his department has not received any proposal on this matter.

The clarification came in response to a question by MLC Ivan D’Souza, who highlighted the community’s cultural richness and a population of over 25 lakh. “The community has raised this demand several times to support education and social upliftment, but the government hasn’t taken any concrete steps,” he said.

In his reply, the minister pointed out that the Karnataka Minorities Development Corporation (KMDC) already runs various welfare schemes for Muslim, Christian, Jain, Buddhist, Sikh, and Parsi communities. Since Beary speakers are considered part of the Muslim community, they are eligible for benefits under these existing programs, he added.

Still, many in the Beary community feel that without a separate development body, their identity, language, and specific needs risk being overlooked.

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March 27,2025

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The Karnataka government has announced that Nandini milk will become ₹4 costlier per litre starting April 1, 2025. This is the second price hike this year.

The decision was made during a cabinet meeting led by Chief Minister Siddaramaiah. Karnataka Cooperation Minister K N Rajanna and Animal Husbandry Minister K Venkatesh said the increase is meant to support dairy farmers by covering the rising costs of producing and processing milk.

Officials also said that:

>> The extra money from the price hike will go directly to the milk producers.

>> The earlier ₹2 price hike (announced on June 26, 2024) will be withdrawn.

>> The new price hike of ₹4 will apply to both 500 ml and 1-litre packets.

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March 28,2025

Udupi: Deputy Commissioner K. Vidya Kumari has directed officials to expedite land acquisition for designated industrial zones in the district to facilitate new industries. She issued these instructions during a meeting at Rajatadri on Wednesday.

Lands have been identified across various taluks for industrial development. The DC emphasized that KIADB must acquire these lands and ensure essential infrastructure—electricity, roads, and drainage—to attract industries and generate employment.

A total of 77 acres of private land has been acquired and compensated, including 31.2 acres in Kerebettu village, Hebri taluk, and 45.7 acres in Shivapura village. However, approval for 36.5 acres of government land is still pending. She instructed the forest department to assess whether this land falls under an eco-sensitive zone.

For the Belapu Industrial Area, the DC urged officials to accelerate minor land acquisitions for road expansion and commence construction at the earliest. She also mandated rainwater harvesting systems for all units in the Miyaru Industrial Area to tackle water scarcity.

Currently, 22 export-based units operate in the district. The DC encouraged further promotion of exports and an increase in their number.

The meeting was attended by Joint Director of Industries Nagraj V. Naik, KIADB Development Officer Srinivasa Murthy, Small-Scale Industries Association District President Harish Kunder, Deputy Director of the District Industrial Center Seetharam Shetty, District Skill Development Officer Arun B., and others.

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