Rajinikanth lauds SC intervention in Karnataka, flays governor's partiality

TNN

May 20, 2018

Chennai, May 20: Tamil superstar Rajinikanth on Sunday termed the developments in Karnataka, where BJP’s B S Yeddyurappa had to resign from the post of chief minister without facing a floor test, as a victory for democracy.

"It was not proper on the part of the governor in giving 15 days to the ruling party to prove majority. Hats off to the Supreme Court for its intervention. My pranams to it," said Rajinikanth.

Rajinikanth was talking to reporters after a meeting with the women's wing of his Rajini Makkal Mandram.

"The Karnataka government, whichever party comes to power, should implement the Supreme Court orders on the Cauvery water in its full letter and spirit. Let us not get into the technicalities of whether it is going to be an authority or a board. The court has given a clear ruling," he said.

Rajinikanth said there was tremendous support among women for his political entry. "Wherever there are women, the victory will be there," he said. However, the Rajinikanth declined to comment on whether his party would strike an alliance with Kamal Haasan's Makkal Needhi Maiam.

"When I am yet to launch my political party, no purpose will be served in talking about prospective alliances," he said.

The meeting with the women's wing of Rajini Makkal Mandram followed that with the mandram's district secretaries and the youth wing over the past two weeks.

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Chill mornings and scorching afternoons: Dakshina Kannada, Udupi experience weather duality

News Network

November 26,2024

Mangaluru: The coastal districts of Dakshina Kannada and Udupi are witnessing a fascinating weather pattern, with chilly early mornings giving way to dry, sweltering afternoons. Over the past two days, dense fog blanketed the rural landscapes, while urban centers like Mangaluru felt the stark contrast of brisk mornings and peak afternoon heat.

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) noted that in rural areas, the morning chill caused temperatures to dip by one to two degrees Celsius below the seasonal norm, intensifying the fog. Monday saw Mangaluru recording a maximum temperature of 33.3°C and a minimum of 22.6°C, reflective of the sharp day-night variation.

While mornings painted a serene picture with mist-covered trees and a cool ambiance, the afternoons proved relentless, with temperatures soaring between 11 am and 3 pm, offering little respite. Currently, there are no signs of rainfall, with forecasts predicting the continuation of this dual weather pattern for the coming days.

Local residents have mixed feelings about this weather trend. Farmers in rural areas appreciate the cool mornings that ease early chores but express concerns over the dry afternoons, which may affect crop irrigation if the dry spell prolongs. In contrast, urban dwellers are enjoying the foggy mornings but brace for the scorching afternoons.

Meteorologists attribute the sudden chill to shifts in atmospheric pressure along the coast, a precursor to possible weather transitions in December. Whether this pattern persists or leads to unexpected changes remains to be seen, but the twin districts are clearly caught in nature's dramatic play of contrasts.

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