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"Unnecessarily trying to create problems within schools, colleges": BJP MLA slams Karnataka govt over withdrawal of 2022 uniform order

BJP MLA Mahesh Tenginkai on Thursday criticised the Karnataka government over the withdrawal of the 2022 uniform order, saying that it is unnecessarily attempting to create discord between minority and majority communities within schools and colleges.... read..

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Karnataka, Chile discuss tech, startup collaboration during Priyank Kharge's meeting with Chilean delegation

Karnataka IT Minister Priyank Kharge on Wednesday met a high-level Chilean delegation led by Chilean Foreign Minister Francisco Perez Mackenna at Vidhana Soudha to explore partnerships in emerging technologies, clean energy and startup ecosystems.... read..

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Students free to wear traditional religious symbols in educational institutions: Karnataka CM

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Thursday clarified the state government's decision to withdraw the February 5, 2022, order banning religious attire in educational institutions, stating that the revised guidelines permit not only the Hijab but als... read..

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"Religious practices shouldn't come in between students' education, future": Karnataka Minister Bangarappa backs hijab order rollback

Karnataka Minister Madhu Bangarappa on Wednesday defended the State government's decision to withdraw the February 2022 order that prohibited hijabs in classrooms, saying religious practices should not come in the way of students' education and future.... read..

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"Satheesan brings decades of legislative experience, organisational commitment": Siddaramaiah congratulates Keralam CM-designate

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Thursday congratulated Congress leader V D Satheesan on being elected as the Leader of the Congress Legislature Party (CLP) in Keralam and as the next Chief Minister of the state.... read..

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Kannada actor-producer Dileep Raj passes away at 47, Rishab Shetty pays emotional tribute

Kannada actor and producer Dileep Raj passed away on Wednesday morning at the age of 47 after reportedly suffering a severe heart attack at his residence, family sources said.... read..

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Karnataka Govt to regularise 23 lakh properties in Bengaluru, says DK Shivakumar

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar on Wednesday announced that the state government will regularise properties of 23 lakh houses in Bengaluru under its newly announced "Land Guarantee" scheme, aimed at ensuring transparent property records and ... read..

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East Bengaluru sees surge in housing launches on strong demand, metro push

East Bengaluru has emerged as the city's most active residential market, with developers increasing launches across Whitefield, Gunjur, Budigere Cross and nearby micro-markets amid sustained demand from technology professionals and improving metro connect... read..

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NEET-UG paper leak "great shame for India": DK Shivakumar slams Centre

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar on Wednesday criticised the Centre over the NEET-UG 2026 exam question paper leak, calling it a "great shame on India" and demanding answers from Union Ministers and Members of Parliament.... read..

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Karnataka government withdraws 2022 order banning hijab in classrooms, allows "limited traditional symbols"

The Karnataka government has withdrawn a February 5, 2022, order on school and college uniforms and issued fresh guidelines permitting students to wear "limited traditional and faith-based symbols" with prescribed uniforms.... read..

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'We do not impose candidates:" Congress leader Veerappa Moily on BJP's claims of infighting over Keralam government formation

Senior Congress leader M. Veerappa Moily on Tuesday dismissed the BJP's claims of infighting within the party over government formation in Keralam, asserting that the Congress does not "impose candidates" on the people.... read..

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"Law and order has completely collapsed in Karnataka": Karnataka LoP R Ashok slams state govt

Alleging a complete collapse of law and order in Karnataka, Leader of Opposition in Karnataka Assembly, R Ashoka, targeted the Congress government, citing media reports on large-scale suspensions and criminal cases against police officers.... read..

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Golden Opportunity: Karnataka Dy CM DK Shivakumar announces 2% fee for converting B-Khata to A-Khata for 100-day period

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar on Wednesday announced that the State government is offering a "golden opportunity" of 100 days for the conversion of B Khata to an A Khata at a reduced 2 per cent fee instead of 5 per cent. The initiative giv... read..

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'NEET paper leak a matter of national safety': Former Karnataka CM Veerappa Moily demands HRD minister's resignation

Former Karnataka Chief Minister and Union Minister M. Veerappa Moily has strongly condemned the alleged leakage of NEET-UG 2026 examination papers across the country, calling it a "matter of national safety" and demanding accountability from the Centre.... read..

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"Proud moment..": Sanju Samson earns praise from 'Malayali' fan Priyadarshan after special meeting

Filmmaker Priyadarshan seems to have joined the long list of fans admiring cricketer Sanju Samson.... read..

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WCL collaborates with The Art of Living to launch clean water initiative ahead of Season 3

The World Championship of Legends launches Champions for Change -- a global clean water initiative in partnership with The Art of Living, announced on the occasion of Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar's 70th Birthday.... read..

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"Centre playing with children's future, why are state BJP leaders silent?" Karnataka Education Minister on NEET re-exam

Karnataka's School Education and Literacy Minister S Madhu Bangarappa on Tuesday expressed deep concern over the Centre's decision to cancel NEET UG 2026 and order a re-exam, along with a CBI probe into alleged irregularities.... read..

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"Why is BJP so interested?": Priyank Kharge on delay by UDF in announcing name of Keralam CM

Karnataka Minister Priyank Kharge on Tuesday shut questions from BJP around the delay in the naming of Keralam Chief Minister as the deadlock continues following the United Democratic Front's sweeping victory in the assembly elections, over a week ago, ca... read..

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"One person arrested, investigation underway": Karnataka Home Minister on gelatin sticks found on PM Modi's convoy route

Karnataka Home Minister G Parameshwara on Tuesday said that one person has been arrested in the case related to the discovery of two gelatin sticks on the route that was scheduled to be used by the convoy of Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his Bengalu... read..

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"Mahishasura": Congress' BK Hariprasad targets PM Modi over BJP's politics

Congress MLA B K Hariprasad on Monday referred to Prime Minister Narendra Modi as "Mahishasura" while accusing the BJP of weakening regional parties and sidelining leaders within its own organisation.... read..

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Kiaan Shah dominates Meco Meritus Cup with Rotax Senior title

Mumbai's Kiaan Shah continued his impressive run in his nascent racing career, dominating and winning the Rotax Senior title in the prestigious Meco Meritus Cup in Bengaluru on Sunday. The 15-year-old, who has just scored a podium finish in the RMC Asia T... read..

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"We had been together in politics for last 30 years": G Parameshwara on demise of Minister D Sudhakar

Karnataka Home Minister G Parameshwara on Sunday expressed grief over the death of state minister D Sudhakar, adding that he was a close friend and long-time political associate for over 30 years.... read..

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Society more powerful than politics and government: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said that society is more powerful than politics and government as he hailed Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar's 'The Art of Living' foundation for significantly contributing in uniting the society.... read..

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"Congress only knows how to betray": PM Modi calls opposition party 'parasitic political force'

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday launched a sharp attack on the Congress during a public meeting in Bengaluru, accusing the opposition party of "betraying" allies and people alike, while describing it as a "parasitic political force" surviving at ... read..

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Lightness, warmth, promise to build stronger India together mark much-awaited meeting between PM Modi and Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar

The Art of Living International Center witnessed a historic gathering on Sunday as the Prime Minister Narendra Modi joined Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar to celebrate 45 years of The Art of Living movement and the 70th birthday of its founder.... read..

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Spiritual leader Sri Sri Ravi Shankar praises PM Modi's Swachh Bharat Abhiyan at Art of Living anniversary celebrations

Spiritual leader Sri Sri Ravi Shankar praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi for transforming India by reducing poverty and improving cleanliness through Swachh Bharat Abhiyan.... read..

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Gelatin sticks found near PM Modi event venue in Bengaluru

A security alert was triggered in Bengaluru on Sunday after two gelatin sticks were found nearly three kilometres away from the venue where Prime Minister Narendra Modi was scheduled to address an event, police said.... read..

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Karnataka CM congratulates TVK chief Vijay on assuming office as 13th Tamil Nadu CM

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Sunday congratulated Tamil Nadu CM Vijay on assuming office, saying that he has "scripted a remarkable democratic journey" from the cinema world to "service of people."... read..

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"Rendered exemplary public service": DK Shivakumar condoles death of minister D Sudhakar

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar expressed deep sorrow over the death of state minister D Sudhakar on Sunday.... read..

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Gelatin sticks found on PM's travel route: Vijayendra demands arrest of miscreants

BJP State President and MLA BY Vijayendra has strongly objected to the discovery of gelatin sticks on the designated travel route of the Prime Minister, calling it not just a serious security lapse but an "unpardonable and grave failure" of the Congress g... read..

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"No TN Congress MLAs at resort, it's closed for renovation:" DK Shivakumar

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar on Saturday denied reports that Tamil Nadu Congress MLAs had come to Bengaluru amid the political situation in the neighbouring state.... read..

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ISL: Bengaluru FC look to dent Jamshedpur FC's title hopes in their penultimate game of season

Bengaluru FC take the long trip to The Steel City to face off against Jamshedpur FC on Saturday. Bengaluru FC will look to get back to winning ways after a run of underwhelming results in their recent matches, while Jamshedpur FC remain firmly in the titl... read..

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Karnataka to move Supreme Court seeking restoration of MGNREGA, challenges VB-G RAM-G Act

The Karnataka government has decided to approach the Supreme Court seeking restoration of the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA), citing concerns over rural livelihoods and the absence of an operational replacement framework ... read..

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InMobi acquires MobileAction to strengthen AI-driven app advertising business

Global technology company InMobi on Thursday announced the acquisition of AI-powered app growth platform MobileAction, in a move aimed at strengthening its advertising business and expanding its reach across the iOS ecosystem.... read..

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Karnataka government to legally challenge VB G RAM G Act, says Law Minister H K Patil

The Karnataka cabinet has decided to mount a legal challenge against the VB G RAMG Act, Law Minister HK Patil announced here on Thursday.... read..

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"There has been no complaint over security issues": G Parameshwara on venue shift of IPL final from Bengaluru

Karnataka Home Minister G Parameshwara on Thursday said security concerns were not the reasons behind the decision to shift the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 final from Bengaluru, adding that the move appeared to have been driven by commercial consider... read..

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India hosts 5th BRICS SAI Leaders' Summit in Bengaluru on 'Ease of Living with a Focus on Urban Mobility'

India is hosting the 5th BRICS Supreme Audit Institutions (SAI) Leaders' Summit in Bengaluru from May 7 to 8 under the overarching theme "Ease of Living with a Focus on Urban Mobility".... read..

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"There has been no official communication": KSCA after BCCI shifts IPL 2026 final from Bengaluru to Ahmedabad

The Karnataka Cricket Association (KSCA) spokesperson Vinay Mruthyunjaya said that there has been no official communication regarding the shifting of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 final from the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru to Ahmedabad's Nar... read..

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Ekya Schools Unveils 'Ekya Vana' a Living School Where Nature Leads Learning

Ekya Schools announced the launch of Ekya Vana today, the first nature inspired K-12 school for conservation and sustainability in Bangalore, that redefines learning through nature and purpose.... read..

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