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BJP leader B.L. Santhosh said the RSS would neither register now nor in future, taking a swipe at the Karnataka government over its proposed public property law. He also targeted Home Minister Priyank Kharge over the RSS registration controversy

Karnataka has proposed stringent penalties for unauthorised use of government premises and public property, including imprisonment and fines. The Bill mandates prior permission for processions and gatherings, grants enforcement powers to authorities and has triggered BJP criticism over alleged targeting of RSS activities

Karnataka has prohibited the manufacture, storage, transportation, distribution and sale of gutkha, pan masala and other products containing tobacco or nicotine for one year. The Food Safety Department has intensified inspections and urged the public to report violations

Karnataka Home Minister Priyank Kharge on Saturday said the government would act against the RSS within the legal framework, asserting that the organisation is outside it. He said authorities were studying its history and declined to reveal details of proposed action

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister Dr. G. Parameshwara has written to PM Narendra Modi seeking urgent relaxation of NDRF norms. Citing severe monsoon deficits and extensive crop losses, the state requested enhanced central assistance to address the escalating water and agricultural crisis

The Karnataka High Court stayed the state cabinet's decision to withdraw prosecution in 52 criminal cases, including those linked to the 2022 Aland Dargah riots. The court sought responses from the government and prosecution while examining the legality of the withdrawal order

BRS leader T Harish Rao criticised Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy’s celebrations over the replacement of Tungabhadra dam gates, arguing that Telangana’s core water issues remain unaddressed. He said the State continues to be deprived of its rightful Krishna River share under the Rajolibanda Diversion Scheme.

Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy has urged the Union government to resolve issues surrounding Telangana’s rightful share of water from the Tungabhadra project. Reviewing the RajoliBanda Diversion Scheme (RDS) and inter-state disputes, he highlighted that Telangana is entitled to 15.9 TMC but currently receives only 5–6 TMC.

Karnataka Chief Minister D K Shivakumar announced a separate secretariat to address public grievances and appointed officials to prepare departmental action plans within 15 days. He urged bureaucrats to work transparently, resist political pressure, and focus on accountable governance

The Supreme Court refused to hear a plea challenging Karnataka’s decision to grant cabinet rank to 42 legislators heading boards and corporations, directing the petitioner to seek review in the high court. The plea alleged constitutional violations, office-of-profit concerns, and misuse of public resources

Rajya Sabha Secretariat appointed K. S. Somashekhar as secretary, effective Saturday. With over three decades of experience in parliamentary administration and international exposure, he has previously served in senior roles in Karnataka and global parliamentary forums

The Karnataka government is discussing possible restrictions on social media use by children, citing safety concerns. Minister Priyank Kharge said the issue is under review, while BJP MLA S Suresh Kumar urged immediate steps to protect young users

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah reaffirmed unity with Deputy CM D. K. Shivakumar, saying both will abide by the Congress high command on leadership decisions. After a breakfast meeting, the leaders stressed there were no differences amid ongoing speculation about a power shift

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah is likely to visit Deputy CM D. K. Shivakumar for a breakfast meeting on December 2, signalling a temporary halt in their leadership tussle. The Congress high command is seen pushing for unity ahead of the Belagavi legislature session

DK Shivakumar’s cryptic X post on “keeping one’s word” has intensified the Karnataka Congress power tussle, reviving debates over a reported power-sharing pact. With Kharge acknowledging the crisis, both Shivakumar and Siddaramaiah have been summoned to Delhi for a final decision

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah dismissed speculation of a “November revolution” and a possible leadership change, calling it a media fabrication. He asserted that Congress has a five-year mandate, his position remains strong, and the government is committed to fulfilling its five guarantees

The Karnataka High Court has permitted the RSS to conduct a route march in Chittapur on November 16 with 300 participants and a 50-member band, allowing a minor modification to the Tahsildar’s order while retaining the participant limit

Karnataka High Court’s Dharwad bench dismissed the state government’s appeal against the stay on its order restricting RSS activities in public spaces. The division bench directed the government to approach the single-judge bench, marking another setback for the Congress-led administration

Infosys founder Narayana Murthy and author Sudha Murthy have declined to participate in Karnataka’s ongoing caste census, submitting self-attested letters to the state Backward Classes Commission, citing personal reasons and stating their participation would not benefit the government.

Karnataka Home Minister G Parameshwara has urged the SIT to expedite its probe into the Dharmasthala “murders, rapes, and burials” case. He said FSL reports are awaited, while searches have recovered skeletal remains. The SIT continues its investigation independently