"karnataka"

Heavy rainfall in Maharashtra and Karnataka has increased inflows into the Priyadarshini Jurala Project, easing Telangana's drinking water concerns. The rising flows have boosted irrigation, revived hydropower generation and are expected to improve water availability at the Srisailam reservoir during Kharif.

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to deny approval for Karnataka's Mekedatu dam, arguing it violates the Cauvery Water Disputes Tribunal award and the Supreme Court's 2018 judgment, while seeking protection of downstream states' water rights

A 29-year-old man was arrested in Karnataka's Bagalkot for allegedly murdering his wife over suspected infidelity and filming her final moments. Police recovered videos, an iron rod and forensic evidence while investigating whether the death was staged as suicide

Former Karnataka chief minister Siddaramaiah announced he will not contest the 2028 Assembly elections, citing advancing age and increasing corruption in politics. The Congress leader said he would remain active in public life and continue advocating for people's welfare

BJP leader R Ashoka accused Karnataka's Congress government of political hypocrisy over accountability for question paper leaks. He criticised Chief Minister D K Shivakumar's decision to hold district officials responsible, alleging the government was shifting blame instead of fixing recruitment system failures

Karnataka Minister Priyank Kharge alleged Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation over the NEET paper leak was forced by nationwide student protests rather than remorse. Kharge demanded PM Narendra Modi apologize in Parliament, withdraw FIRs against demonstrators, and compensate affected families

Tamil Nadu Agriculture Minister R Vinoth said Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay has been officially invited to Karnataka and is likely to visit Bengaluru to safeguard Tamil Nadu's interests. The proposed talks come amid continued opposition to Karnataka's contentious Mekedatu dam project

Karnataka Cyber Command, with support from central agencies and the Indian Embassy in Myanmar, rescued two Karnataka youths from a Chinese-run scam compound in Myanmar. Officials urged caution against fraudulent overseas job offers linked to cybercrime and human trafficking networks

The Karnataka government has constituted an SIT to investigate alleged encroachment of over 290 acres of government and public land by the Art of Living Foundation and affiliated entities near Bengaluru. The team has been directed to submit its report within three months

Karnataka Chief Minister D K Shivakumar launched free doorstep delivery of caste and Permanent Residence Certificates (PRC) to simplify public services and support voter verification. Citizens can also download the certificates online or obtain them free through government facilitation centres

Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar urged football fans to celebrate peacefully during the FIFA World Cup final after the government permitted hotels and restaurants to remain open until 3.30 am. He also reviewed the state's drought preparedness and drinking water measures

The Supreme Court extended the deadline for elections to Bengaluru's five city corporations until December 2026 after being informed that Karnataka's Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls is underway. The state cited manpower and logistical constraints due to the ongoing electoral roll revision

Karnataka's Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls has achieved 95.10 per cent Enumeration Form distribution and nearly 36 per cent digitisation. Officials have also identified over 11.89 lakh electors under various verification categories as the exercise continues until July 29

Karnataka Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot suspended KPSC Chairman Shivshankrappa S. Sahukar over allegations of facilitating his daughters' appointments as Industrial Extension Officers and recommended a Supreme Court inquiry under Article 317(1), pending further orders from the President

Two Pakistani nationals were arrested in Karnataka's Chikkaballapura district for allegedly obtaining a ration card and voter ID by concealing their nationality. Authorities cancelled both documents after verification, and police registered cases under the BNS, Foreigners Act and Representation of the People Act

Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar said the government will promote industries in tier-2 and tier-3 cities through FAR concessions to create local jobs. It also plans 2,000 CSR-funded rural schools and a ‘Yuva Setu’ platform to connect skilled youth with employers

Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar denied allegations of government interference in the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls, asserting the process is overseen by the Election Commission. He urged the EC to investigate opposition complaints while accusing BJP and JD(S) of politicising the exercise

Two daycare workers were arrested in Bengaluru after videos allegedly showed toddlers being abused at a childcare centre operating on an IT company campus. Police launched an investigation, while the state government and the company assured cooperation and strict action

Karnataka Chief Minister D K Shivakumar ordered a review of quarrying operations after a stone quarry collapse in Bengaluru South killed eight workers. The state will issue fresh safety guidelines, investigate possible violations, and act against illegal quarrying to prevent future tragedies

BRS leader T Harish Rao alleged that the Congress government owed Telangana farmers Rs 29,300 crore under the Rythu Bharosa scheme and failed to fulfil several election promises. He demanded a timeline for clearing dues and criticised the government's agricultural policies.