The Latest Breaking News from Karnataka

‘Improving education in Kalyana Karnataka is top priority for KKRDB’

Kalyana Karnataka region is educationally backward compared to rest of Karnataka. KKRDB will spend 30% of funds to improve educational scenario. Appointing guest teachers to fill vacant teaching posts, 9,000 schools to be provided quality infrastructure and teaching faculties. Best Teacher awards given to primary and high school teachers. Officials…

The Hindu · Sep 5, 2023

Cauvery water row: KRRS files plea before SC seeking to implead in case related to Tamil Nadu’s petition

The Karnataka Rajya Raitha Sangha has filed an application before the Supreme Court seeking to implead as a respondent in the case related to Tamil Nadu’s petition on August 14 seeking release of Cauvery water from Karnataka. 

The Hindu · Sep 5, 2023

High Court allows actor Ganesh to go ahead with construction in Bandipur tiger eco-sensitive zone with rider

The High Court of Karnataka has permitted Kannada actor Ganesh to go ahead with the construction of a farmhouse on his land that falls under the eco-sensitive zone of the Bandipur Tiger Reserve with a caution that he would face consequences if constructions were later proved to be permanent and…

The Hindu · Sep 5, 2023

‘Eligible consumers can still apply for Gruha Jyothi’

The Karnataka government has not given a cut-off date for applying for the Congress’s flagship Gruha Jyothi scheme and eligible consumers can still apply for it, said Minister for Energy K.J. George on Monday.

The Hindu · Sep 4, 2023

D.K. Shivakumar says Karnataka govt. will release 50% of pending bills for BBMP works

Karnataka government will release 50% of the pending bills of all completed works of Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP), Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar has announced on Monday.

The Hindu · Sep 4, 2023

Poor rainfall leading to summer-like peak demand, says Karnataka Energy Minister K.J. George

Karnataka faces summer-like peak demand for electricity due to poor monsoon. Govt. is purchasing power to meet shortfall & planning to import coal for better power generation. Union Minister of Power & Renewable Energy says nation is fully prepared to meet any spike in demand.

The Hindu · Sep 4, 2023

Nagamohan Das seeks clarity from govt. on probe into ‘40% commission’ charge

Judge Nagamohan Das, appointed by Karnataka govt to probe 40% bribery allegations against previous BJP regime, seeks clarity on scope of investigation. PWD initially constituted committee, then modified order to commission, giving 3 months to complete probe. Dedicated office to be provided, experts to be hired. Govt & contractors in…

The Hindu · Sep 4, 2023

Cauvery issue: Farmers and AAP activists protest outside MP’s office in Mysuru

Farmers, AAP workers protest outside BJP MP's office in Mysuru over Cauvery issue. Farmers criticise BJP MPs for not raising issue with PM Modi. AAP leader Siddaraju takes exception to MP's failure to receive representation. Farmers urge govt to find permanent solution to Cauvery dispute.

The Hindu · Sep 4, 2023

T.N. govt consistently taking steps to get water from Karnataka: official

TN govt taking consistent efforts to protect farmers' interests, get Cauvery water from Karnataka. TN insisted Karnataka release water as per schedule. CWMA directed Karnataka to release 15,000 cusecs of water in 15 days. TN requested 24,000 cusecs, but CWMA reduced quantum. TN moved SC for direction to release 24,000…

The Hindu · Sep 4, 2023

Here are the big stories from Tamil Nadu today

Tamil Nadu CM M.K. Stalin announces ₹2 lakh solatium for kin of four murdered family members; AIADMK's Palaniswami deplores the incident. Stalin launches 'Speaking for India' podcast series to campaign against BJP-led Union govt. Madras HC rules against recent transfer of money laundering case against Minister V Senthilbalaji. PMK's Anbumani…

The Hindu · Sep 4, 2023