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Karnataka
State on the verge of bankruptcy: Ashok
Opposition leader R. Ashok accused the Karnataka government of facing a financial crisis that threatens its ability to fund drought relief efforts.
Lokayukta conducts raids on eight officials across Karnataka
The Karnataka Lokayukta conducted raids across eight districts on eight government officials suspected of possessing assets disproportionate to their known income.
Number of drought-affected taluks rises to 177
The number of drought-affected taluks has increased to 177.
Legislative Council members urge against substituting third language with AI
Legislative Council members in Karnataka are opposing a proposal to replace the third language curriculum in high schools with Artificial Intelligence.
53 More Taluks To Be Added To Drought-Affected List In Karnataka
The Karnataka government is set to add 53 more taluks to the official drought-affected list due to severe rainfall deficits.
Supreme Court dismisses plea seeking additional Cauvery water for Karnataka
The Supreme Court of India dismissed a petition from the Cauvery River Protection Committee seeking additional water allocation for Karnataka.
D.K. Shivakumar Promises Meeting on Milk Price Increase
Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar announced plans to hold a meeting regarding farmers' demands for increasing milk procurement prices.
Karnataka launches action plan to cut salt intake by 30% by 2030
The Karnataka government has launched a state action plan to reduce population salt intake by 30% by 2030 to mitigate non-communicable diseases.
CITU to protest outside legislators and Ministers residences on September 25
The Centre of Indian Trade Unions plans state-wide protests outside the homes of Karnataka legislators and ministers on September 25 over unaddressed labor demands.
A.P. reservoirs provide flood cushion amid regional water shortages
Andhra Pradesh reservoirs are at 49.5% capacity, providing a flood buffer while raising irrigation concerns in southern regions.
91-year-old woman dies after monkey pushes her in Karnataka
A 91-year-old woman has died in Karnataka following injuries sustained when a monkey pushed her.
Supreme Court contrasts urban planning in Gurugram and Greater Noida
The Supreme Court contrasted urban planning in Gurugram and Greater Noida while evaluating a plea against Karnataka's premium floor area ratio policy.
Sunil Kumar calls for physical survey regarding Kasturirangan report
Legislators in Karnataka are calling for a physical survey of areas affected by the Kasturirangan report to better address concerns before the National Green Tribunal.
Telangana Ministers travel to Karnataka to request Jurala water release
A delegation of Telangana ministers travels to Karnataka to negotiate water releases from the Jurala project for the Palamuru region.
Karnataka Legislature Urges Centre to Limit ESA to Notified Forests
The Karnataka legislature passed a resolution urging the central government to restrict the Western Ghats Ecological Sensitive Area to notified forests only.
Man rides motorbike carrying six children in Mysuru
A viral video shows a man operating a TVS XL motorcycle on the Mysuru-Nanjangud Road while carrying six children in an unsafe manner.
Telangana Requests Water From Karnataka to Save Crops
Telangana officials have requested that Karnataka release water from the Upper Krishna river system to support distressed crops in Mahabubnagar.
Heavy rain forecast for Karnataka; red alert in coastal areas
The Indian Meteorological Department has issued heavy rainfall alerts for coastal and south interior regions of Karnataka for the next three days.
No new project announcements possible due to rising state debt
Karnataka's Finance Department has informed Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar that new project announcements are not feasible due to high debt levels.
Election to four Karnataka Legislative Council seats announced
Elections for four Karnataka Legislative Council seats are scheduled for October 23, 2026.
Widespread rain likely across Kerala for three days
The India Meteorological Department has issued yellow alerts for seven districts in Kerala as widespread rain is expected for three days starting September 23.
Karnataka Governor asks Chief Minister to reconsider Vande Mataram rendition order
Karnataka Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot has requested Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar to withdraw a state order limiting the rendition of the national song Vande Mataram to two stanzas.
Election Commission announces dates for Legislative Council polls
The Election Commission of India has announced the election schedule for two teachers' and two graduates' constituencies of the Karnataka Legislative Council.
Researchers successfully produce ethanol from areca nut husks
Researchers have successfully developed a process to produce ethanol from areca nut husks.
Video of man riding two-wheeler with 7 kids in basket viral
A viral video shows a man riding a two-wheeler with seven children seated in a makeshift metal basket in Mysuru, Karnataka.
BJP demands Telangana Govt release Jurala water and allow Ganesh idols
The BJP in Telangana has demanded that the state government release water from the Jurala project for farmers and permit large Ganesh idols on Tank Bund for immersion.
Karnataka Finance Department Warns CM D.K. Shivakumar Over New Projects
The Karnataka Finance Department has cautioned Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar against announcing new projects due to a rising fiscal deficit and significant outstanding payments.
Karnataka transport corporation employees announce protest for October 7
Karnataka transport corporation employees plan a protest on October 7 to demand various wage and benefit revisions.
D.K. Shivakumar considers shutting down Karnataka Public Service Commission
Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar stated that the government is considering shutting down or reforming the Karnataka Public Service Commission following corruption allegations in veterinary officer recruitment.
Electricity demand in Karnataka surges by 2,000 to 3,000 MW daily
Karnataka is experiencing a significant surge in electricity demand, reaching a record peak of 20,094 MW, despite reports of ongoing power cuts.