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The exploration in Uttara Kannada district was conducted along the west coast between Karwar and Bhatkal, covering regions such as Ankola, Bhatkal, Gokarna, and Kumta tehsils. The area was intensively surveyed with a focus on lateritic hill formations, where prehistoric sites were systematically investigated. The findings revealed that both Mesolithic and Neolithic cultural remains occur on the tops of lateritic hills at elevations ranging from 30 to 120 meters. The Mesolithic assemblage comprised scrapers, points, borers, flakes, blades, cores, and fluted cores, with points being the most predominant. All tools were made of milky quartz and exhibited a brown patination indicating their association with primary laterite. Neolithic artefacts included celts and a mace-head made of trap rock. In terms of site distribution, important Mesolithic sites in Ankola tehsil were identified at Belakeri, Bhavikeri, Hausa, Kanchibail, Shirgunji, and Sulerbail, while Tallan was the only Mesolithic site in Bhatkal tehsil. Mesolithic artefacts were also found at Gokarna and Mudangi in Gokarna tehsil. In Kumta tehsil, Mesolithic tools were discovered at Harnit, along with Neolithic artefacts at Kumta and Nilakonda. Additionally, a rock shelter at Mirjan yielded Mesolithic tools from its floor, further confirming the presence of prehistoric activity in the region.

@blrmetrotracker Thanks for all the work that went into tracking this phase. Looking forward to the rest of the phase and then the Orange line for the next decade. For sure the tracking ways will change with new tech coming in :)

With this, SNC's active sheet tracking comes to an end, as all the known factors are now completed. Only major notable station changes, if any, will be tweeted during monthly update.

Sheet Changelog : 21-04-2026 SNC: • ORP382-ORP384 Composite Girder Launched #Changelog

🎬With Ishwar's grace, am posting Part-1 of my short Movie: 'Fibonacci Speaks'. May many children see it like Dhurandhar! to know How our Maths changed the World !

That kannada translation is k!lling me😭😭

Engineering is real magic

@Mysore_Zoo Definitely worth mentioning his name rather than keeping him anonymous

There lived a certain man in Mysore Zoo, long ago… Big and strong, with a quiet fire in his eyes. But his strength isn’t just in what you see, it’s in the care he gives, every single day. More than a keeper… a guardian of the wild.

Kind attention: Blockchain experts! Are there volunteers who can help @BDAOfficialGok with designing a Blockchain based ‘Auction platform’ for auction of BDA sites and apartments which will ensure security and credibility? Voluntary work would also save BDA from the tender and associated money and time. Interested volunteers may contact BDA helpline: 9483166622. The window closes by 12th April. Kindly note. 👍😊 @mlanaharis

Imagine a child in a remote Honavar village gazing at the Milky Way through a real telescope for the first time... That's the future HONTARA is building – Rural Space Observatory & Education Center. We need your help to turn dreams of rural India into reality. Donate today!

The 42 feet tall Karkala Gomateshwara, also known as the Shri Gommateshwara Statue, is located on a rocky hillock called Gommata Betta in Karkala. Due to the region’s high rainfall, the 15th century CE monolith colossi has been subjected to significant environmental exposure over time. This had resulted in the accumulation of dust, dirt and thick moss growth on the surface, along with noticeable deterioration of the stone in certain areas. (1/2)

I have been following the GTRE/ Kaveri Engine discussions intently. Before we go further, remember the Indian Air Force officer who started this journey: Air Vice Marshal Sailendra Nath Roy Chaudhury. Because he built the starting line. (1/25) #IAFHistory

Japan built the motor but the fundamental science of these Ferroelectric Nematics has a massive hub in India at the Raman Research Institute (RRI) in Bangalore. For decades, Indian physicists at RRI & the Centre for Nano & Soft Matter Sciences (CeNS) have been the ones growing & theorizing these polar fluids. The Science Tokyo team used a specific mixture called DIO/DIO-CN, a material class that Indian researchers have been characterizing for its high spontaneous polarization. It was the long-term collaboration b/w global Soft Matter groups including those in Bangalore & Boulder, Colorado that finally isolated a fluid stable enough at room temperature to make this motor work.

A beautiful amalgamation by Madhu Chandrika presents travellers a glimpse into Karnataka’s art and culture, bringing together three iconic styles: the intricate pillars of Hoysala temples, the domed burial chambers of Bijapur, and the step wells (Pushkarnis) of Hampi. This creative composition bridges history and modernity, creating a serene space amidst Terminal 2’s lush greenery. The stone pillar, carved under the guidance of temple architect Senthilathiban Rajasankara, embodies the timeless craftsmanship of Karnataka’s artisans.​ ​ The artwork invites passengers travelling through Terminal 2 to pause and connect with the rich heritage of Karnataka, offering a moment of cultural reflection along their journeys.​ ​ Artist: Madhu Chandrika ​ Artwork: A beautiful amalgamation​ Material: Stone and wood​ Dimensions: 18 x 20 x 6 FEET #BLRAirport #ArtAtTheHeartOfT2 #Terminal2 #Art #Airport

Some gratitude runs too deep. Blessed to have shared a dressing room with Anil Kumble, Rahul Dravid, Javagal Srinath and Venkatesh Prasad . These men have redefined what it meant to wear that jersey with grace. I am so grateful for the standards, the friendship and the journey. 🙏 @anilkumble1074 @venkateshprasad

My son is learning Kannada alphabets and struggling a bit. Made a simple progressive web app to practice hearing the sounds. @_kashi_ks recommended Sarvam over Google Text To Speech. Any of you native Kannada speakers want to have a look and let me know if it’s accurate for a beginner to learn and practice with? learn-kannada.k5e.workers.dev

NSO India unveils the MCP Server for eSankhyiki, enabling seamless integration of official statistics with AI tools. Users can now connect directly to seven official datasets like PLFS, CPI, ASI, IIP, NAS & more through this beta version . Faster insights and smarter analysis through seamless access. 🔗 datainnovation.mospi.gov.in/mospi-mcp #AIReadyData #OpenGovernmentData #DigitalIndia #ViksitBharatBudget @PMOIndia @Rao_InderjitS @_saurabhgarg @PIB_India @PibMospi @mygovindia @NITIAayog

🚌💎 KSRTC’s Airavat Club Class Volvo multi‑axle luxury buses are back with a refreshed look! Refurbished for superior comfort, style, and reliability — redefining premium travel across Karnataka. #Karnataka #KSRTC #AiravatClubClass #LuxuryTravel #VolvoBus #Refurbishment

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Bhoomi was the first land record digitisation program not just in India, but across the entire developing world. It was recognised as a model for other states and countries by World Bank and many international agencies. Karnataka has the pride of innovator and role model for this landmark initiative for administrative reforms in governance with the use of technology. Bhoomi Project has completed 25 years. What started as digitization of just the Record of Rights of land ( RTC), heralded a series of technology based initiatives to modernise property records and management. It continues to inspire never ending pro-people governance measures across India. It is Karnataka’s legacy and contribution to entire country. 25 years is a monumental milestone in the ongoing journey. We proudly cherish and salute Bhoomi and people who made it possible along the way. May it continue to inspire us to relentlessly push the frontier of pro-people governance. Timely ode to Bhoomi by our Mandya Deputy Commissioner Sri Kumar. #revenue #gok

When the sky remembers what humans forget deccanherald.com/opinion/when-t… via @deccanherald #Astronomy

In Kumta, there is a Chinese inscription of 17th Century! Worshipped in Shantadurga Temple. I used Gemini to read it. Turns out it is a tombstone of a Chinese man. It reads: “This is the tomb of Mr. Zhang Wen, who hailed from Kaiping County, Guangdong Province” @Kar_Bharadwaj