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International Booker Prize-winning author Banu Mushtaq inaugurated the Mysuru Dasara, describing it as a symbol of Karnataka’s collective culture. Calling Goddess Chamundeshwari a symbol of women’s power, she urged people to embrace harmony, respect democracy and uphold cultural unity amid controversy

Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah termed the BJP’s ‘Dharmasthala Chalo’ rally political theatrics and said it will not yield them any benefit. He defended inviting Banu Mushtaq to inaugurate Mysuru Dasara, emphasizing the festival’s inclusive nature

Ram Charan, currently shooting a grand song for Peddi in Mysore, met Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah on his cordial invitation. The film, directed by Buchi Babu, features large-scale production under prestigious banners.

Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah defended the decision to invite Booker Prize winner Banu Mushtaq to inaugurate Mysuru Dasara, calling it a secular festival for all communities. He accused the BJP of politicising the issue and rejected criticism of Mushtaq’s past remarks.

Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah dismissed opposition demands for an NIA probe into alleged rapes and burials in Dharmasthala, saying the SIT has been given full freedom to investigate. He accused BJP and JD(S) of politicising the issue despite initially welcoming the SIT inquiry

The Karnataka Congress has issued a disciplinary notice to MLA Shivaganga Basavaraju after his public claim that DK Shivakumar would become Chief Minister by December, stirring internal unrest. This development comes amid ongoing speculation over power-sharing between CM Siddaramaiah and Deputy CM Shivakumar, despite official denials of any transition plans.

Karnataka’s Leader of the Opposition R. Ashoka, launched a fierce attack on Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, accusing him of supporting “urban Naxals” and backing anti-Hindu propaganda related to the Dharmasthala controversy. Ashoka alleged the Congress government is shielding radical, communist-influenced groups, and questioned the rationale behind handing the case to a Special Investigation Team (SIT).

A 10-year-old boy, Mubarak, died in a mysterious explosion in Chinnayyapalya, Wilson Garden, Bengaluru. The cause of the blast, suspected to be a cylinder explosion, is under investigation by SOCO and FSL teams.

Union Minister Pralhad Joshi accused CM Siddaramaiah of shifting stance in the Dharmasthala case, alleging irresponsibility after SIT-led excavations, ordered by the government, yielded no evidence of the alleged buried bodies.

BJP leader Devarajegowda lodged a complaint with the Karnataka Governor seeking prosecution sanction against CM Siddaramaiah and DCM DK Shivakumar over a viral audio clip alleging cash distribution during the 2024 Lok Sabha elections.

The removal of KN Rajanna from the Karnataka cabinet has triggered protests by the Valmiki community in Tumakuru. PWD Minister Satish Jarkiholi and community leaders backed Rajanna, alleging conspiracy, and demanded his reinstatement or another Valmiki leader’s inclusion in the cabinet

PM Modi humourously noted women prefer Bengaluru Metro over Karnataka’s free bus scheme during Yellow Line inauguration. The Rs 7,160 crore project marks a key step in Metro expansion, with Modi also laying foundation for Phase 3’s Orange Line

A truck illegally transporting urea from Karnataka to Kerala was seized in Chamarajanagar, intensifying the political clash over fertilizer shortages. JD(S) blamed the Congress for betrayal, while the Chief Minister urged opposition leaders to press the Centre for more allotment

Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah affirmed he'll complete his five-year term amid leadership change buzz. Deputy CM D K Shivakumar backed the statement, denying talks of power-sharing. Congress high command meetings focused on appointments, not CM rotation or political changes

Speculation over leadership change in Karnataka reignites as Congress MLA H A Iqbal Hussain claims DK Shivakumar may become CM within three months. Amid hints of major political shifts, he affirms the Congress high command will decide at the right time

Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Wednesday stressed the need for cooperation and coordination between states in mitigating human-elephant conflicts that are increasing, as Karnataka handed over six Kumki (trained) elephants to neighbouring Andhra Pradesh

In the letter, the CM said Rani Chennamma has a unique place in India's history as one of the first women to lead an armed resistance against colonial rule. The Chief Minister said that Rani Chennamma's valour and indomitable spirit continue to inspire generations across the nation

At present, inflows into the Jurala project have dwindled to 749 cusecs, and with Narayanpur Dam shutting all its gates, the inflow is expected to drop to zero by the end of the week. The current water storage at Jurala stands at 5.29 TMC as against its gross storage capacity of 9.65 TMC.

The Prime Minister conveyed his wishes on X. "Best wishes to Telangana CM Shri Revanth Reddy Ji on his birthday. I pray for his long and healthy life," the Prime Minister posted

About seven-eight premises in Bengaluru and Mysuru are being covered, according to sources