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Karnataka assembly passes resolution opposing Kasturirangan report draft notification
The Karnataka government has unanimously passed a resolution in the Legislative Assembly opposing the central government's seventh draft notification on the Kasturirangan report and requesting one year for a physical survey.
Tarikere municipal council resolves to reject Kasturirangan report
The Tarikere municipal council passed a resolution opposing the implementation of the Kasturirangan report in the Malenadu region.
Exclude 1449 villages in 34 taluks from Kasturirangan report: Eshwar Khandre
Minister Eshwar Khandre demands the exclusion of 1,449 villages across 34 taluks from the Kasturirangan report on ecologically sensitive areas in the Western Ghats.

State Farmers' Association demands drought relief for farmers
Badagalapura Nagendra, President of the State Farmers' Association, urges state and central governments to provide drought relief measures during the upcoming legislative session.
Kota Srinivas Poojary alleges state government non-cooperation with central schemes
Member of Parliament Kota Srinivas Poojary accused the Karnataka state government of obstructing the implementation of several central government schemes.

State and central governments should waive farmers agricultural loans
State Farmers Association leader Badagalapura Nagendra has demanded that the state and central governments waive 50% of farmers' agricultural loans to address the ongoing drought crisis.

No Need to Panic Over Drought in 200 Taluks Says Parameshwara
Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister G. Parameshwara stated that the government is assessing over 200 drought-affected taluks in phases and urged the public not to panic.

Youth Congress protests against central government decision to charge UPI transactions
The Youth Congress in Uttara Kannada has protested against the central government's decision to levy an MDR charge on specific UPI merchant transactions over ₹2,000.

Net direct tax collection reaches 12.12 trillion rupees by September 17
India's net direct tax collection grew by 13 percent to 12.12 trillion rupees between April 1 and September 17.
SC tells Tamil Nadu to reconsider opposition to Navodaya schools
The Supreme Court of India directed the Tamil Nadu government to identify land for establishing Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas while encouraging dialogue regarding language policy concerns.

G. Parameshwara criticizes UPI fees as a setback for digital payments
Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister G. Parameshwara criticizes the introduction of fees for UPI payments, expressing concern over potential cost burdens on consumers.
Karnataka government awaits committee report before deciding on bus fare hike
The Karnataka government is awaiting a committee report before deciding on a potential bus fare hike while simultaneously planning infrastructure upgrades and electric bus procurement.

Punjab power generation drops due to ongoing coal supply shortage
A coal shortage is causing a 1,500 MW drop in power generation in Punjab, with the state power minister criticizing the central government's handling of coal supply.

Centre informs Supreme Court it will share NEET security protocol details
The Indian government has informed the Supreme Court that it intends to provide details of the security protocols implemented for the NEET examination process.

Supreme Court questions exclusion of Chief Justice from election commissioner selection panel
The Supreme Court of India has questioned the Parliament's decision to exclude the Chief Justice of India from the selection committee for appointing the Chief Election Commissioner during a hearing on the CEC Act 2023.

Teachers federation thanks Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister for restoring pension scheme
A federation of teachers and employees thanked Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu for restoring the Old Pension Scheme at a meeting near Mangalagiri on Sunday.

Supreme Court permits non-polluting industrial applications in Taj Trapezium Zone
The Supreme Court of India authorized the Taj Trapezium Zone Authority to process pending applications for non-polluting industrial units while mandating expert scrutiny to protect the Taj Mahal.

Government initiates strict action against NEET paper leak accused in four states
The Indian government is initiating strict action under the 2024 Unfair Means Act against NEET paper leak accused, with plans to establish fast-track courts in four states.

IIT Roorkee restricts student and staff participation in political activities
IIT Roorkee has issued an advisory reminding students and staff to refrain from participating in political activities or making public political statements without prior approval from the institute.