karnataka

BENGALURU: Opposition parties in Karnataka have raised objections against the state government’s decision to grant compensation to a victim from Wayanad, Rahul Gandhi’s Lok Sabha constituency in Kerala. The controversy erupted as the government disbursed Rs 15 lakh ex gratia to the family of a man who was trampled to death by an elephant from Karnataka. Accusations were […]

BENGALURU: Amidst political maneuvering, the Siddaramaiah-led Congress government in Karnataka is reportedly considering a formal request by the state Muzrai department to allocate Rs 100 crores for the renovation of numerous Ram Temples across the state. This move, perceived as an attempt to counter the BJP’s narrative branding Congress as ‘Anti-Hindu’ and ‘Anti-Ram’, has ignited […]

This move, perceived as an attempt to counter the BJP's narrative branding Congress as 'Anti-Hindu' and 'Anti-Ram', has ignited debates on the potential electoral implications and the shift towards a 'soft-Hindutva' approach by the Chief Minister.

The incident occurred on January 8, and three men, belonging to a minority community, have been arrested in connection with the case.

Videos circulating online depicted a man attacking an English signboard at a salon and spa, while groups in red and yellow scarfs drove past in trucks.

NEW DELHI: Congress-led Karnataka government’s decision to lift the ban on hijab in education institutions has ignited a fierce tussle between the ruling party and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), on Saturday. Chief Minister Siddaramaiah defended the move, emphasising the personal nature of choices in dress and food. On the other hand, the BJP accused […]

Fostering Inclusivity: The Case for Secular Clothing in Examinations Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA) has implemented a ban on all forms of head coverings during recruitment examinations. The decision aims to ensure transparency and prevent malpractices during the examination process. The prohibition includes religious head coverings such as hijabs, turbans, and any other form of headgear. […]

MYSORE/MANDYA: As the water crisis in Karnataka continues unabated with the Cauvery basin witnessing a major shortage due to deficiency in the south-west monsoon and the state reeling through a drought-like situation which it never had experienced in the past 123 years, economic and farmers union members blame the state government over the mismanagement and inefficiency […]

MYSORE/MANDYA: In a setback, the Supreme Court has refused to interfere in the petitions of Karnataka and Tamil Nadu over the release of Cauvery water. Karnataka had demanded a stay on the order passed by the Cauvery tribunal that directed to release 5000 cusecs of water to its neighboring state, while Tamil Nadu had demanded […]

The health department of Karnataka had cancelled the tender process for '108 - Arogya Kawach' on June 8 following the detection of anomalies.