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"Karnataka facing deep water crisis": Priyank Kharge says state govt to decide on Cauvery water release amid looming drought

Karnataka Minister Priyank Kharge on Tuesday said the state is facing a "deep water crisis" amid the Cauvery Water Management Authority's (CWMA) suggestion to release 12,000 cusecs of water every day for the next 15 days.... read..

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"No farmers in BJP-JDS padayatra, protest for political future of their family's boy": Shivakumar targets HD Kumaraswamy amid Bidadi project row

Karnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar hits back at Janata Dal (Secular) leader HD Kumaraswamy over the BJP-JDS padayatra against the Bidadi Township project, alleging that the protest had no connection with farmers and was aimed at securing the political... read..

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Man strangles two daughters to death at Bengaluru hotel amid custody dispute with wife, attempts suicide

A 45-year-old man strangled his two daughters to death at a hotel in Bengaluru on Sunday, police officials said on Monday.... read..

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India-US civil space joint working group advances discussions on civil, commercial space cooperation

India and the United States advanced their discussions on civil and commercial space cooperation and also focused on pursuing future science and human space flight technology partnerships, the US Embassy said in a press release on Tuesday.... read..

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Bengaluru: Man kills two daughters at hotel over marital dispute, attempts suicide

A 40-year-old man allegedly strangled his two minor daughters to death in a Bengaluru hotel before attempting suicide, police said on Monday.... read..

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Next course of action after assessing state's water situation: Karnataka CM DK Shivakumar

Karnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar on Tuesday stated that the next course of action will be taken after carefully assessing the water situation in the state.... read..

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"This is a democracy, not a kingdom": BJP's R Ashoka slams Karnataka CM over GBA's new cleaning charges

Karnataka Leader of Opposition R Ashoka on Tuesday slammed the Karnataka government and Chief Minister DK Shivakumar over the Greater Bengaluru Authority's (GBA) decision to impose additional cleaning and solid waste management charges on citizens.... read..

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CWMA orders Karnataka to release 12,000 cusecs of water to Tamil Nadu for 15 days

The Cauvery Water Management Authority (CWMA) has directed Karnataka to release 12,000 cusecs of water per day to Tamil Nadu at Biligundlu, starting 8 am on August 12 for the next 15 days.... read..

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Karnataka Food Safety Department issues 12-point advisory to hotels, restaurants, catering units

The Commissioner of Food Safety and Drug Administration, Karnataka, has issued a 12-point advisory to hotels, restaurants, catering services and other food business operators, directing them to strictly comply with food safety and hygiene norms under the ... read..

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Karnataka: Congress' Syed Ahmed Hussain defends proposed Mekedatu project, says Bengaluru's drinking water crisis can't be ignored

Karnataka Pradesh Congress Committee (KPCC) Vice President and Water Satyagraha convenor Syed Ahmed Hussain has defended the Mekedatu project, saying Bengaluru's drinking water needs must be given the "highest priority" and that the project does not viola... read..

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Karnataka: Food Safety Department seizes 132 Kg of unfit food during inspections at Bengaluru hotels

The Karnataka Food Safety Department conducted a series of inspections at various hotels across Bengaluru, leading to the seizure and disposal of 132 kg of food articles and 15 litres of used cooking oil.... read..

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Karnataka: Police detain 1,909 suspected illegal immigrants, including 15 confirmed Bangladeshi nationals

The Bengaluru Electronic City sub-division police detained 1,909 suspected illegal immigrants during a major crackdown carried out across 29 locations, with 15 people subsequently confirmed to be Bangladeshi nationals, police said.... read..

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Karnataka Congress marks 84th anniversary of Quit India Movement; CM DK Shivakumar, BK Hariprasad among others, attend

The Karnataka Pradesh Congress Committee (KPCC) on Sunday organised a special programme at its state headquarters in Bengaluru to commemorate the 84th anniversary of the historic Quit India Movement.... read..

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Expired food, fungal vegetables: Bengaluru's 3-star, 5-star hotels face food safety action

The Food Safety and Drug Administration Department's Food Safety Wing has launched action against several three-star and five-star hotels in Bengaluru after a special inspection drive uncovered multiple food safety violations.... read..

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NDA leaders hold meeting against Bidadi Township proposal ahead of State Assembly session

The leaders of the BJP and JDs in Karnataka held a meeting on Saturday against the Bidadi Township proposal ahead of the State Assembly session.... read..

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India aims to see electric air taxis fly by 2028, testing to gather pace next year: Union Civil Aviation Minister

India is aiming to see electric air taxis take flight in the country by 2028, with testing of the emerging technology expected to gather pace next year, Union Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu said on Saturday.... read..

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Trailer of Yash-starrer 'Toxic' out now

And the wait is finally over! The trailer of Yash's 'Toxic: A Fairy Tale' was unveiled at a grand event in Bengaluru.... read..

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"What you have to go through as an actor, unfortunately...Whatever you believe in, you should do": Yash praises Kiara Advani at Toxic trailer launch

Actor Yash showered praise on his co-stars, particularly Kiara Advani, Nayanthara, Huma Qureshi, and Tara Sutaria, at the trailer launch of their film 'Toxic' in Bengaluru on Saturday.... read..

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Karnataka: 1,000 illegal immigrants identified over past three months, says Priyank Kharge

Karnataka Minister Priyank Kharge on Saturday announced that state authorities have identified at least 1,000 illegal immigrants over the past three months during rigorous screening operations targeting individuals from Bangladesh and Africa.... read..

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Karnataka: Enumeration phase of SIR extended till Aug 17, draft rolls on Aug 24

The Election Commission of India (ECI) has extended the deadline for Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of the electoral rolls in Karnataka, with the enumeration phase now ending on August 17.... read..

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Eshwar Khandre directs 'Job Card Melas' across Karnataka to ensure employment under VB GRAM G

Karnataka Rural Development and Panchayat Raj Minister Eshwar B Khandre has directed officials to organise "Job Card Melas" across the state within a week to provide employment to eligible beneficiaries under Viksit Bharat-Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevik... read..

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Karnataka seeks full-fledged US Consulate in Bengaluru, assures best possible location to strengthen India-US partnership: CM DK Shivakumar

Karnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar on Thursday reiterated the state's demand for a full-fledged United States Consulate in Bengaluru, saying the state government is ready to provide the "best possible place" for the mission as part of efforts to furth... read..

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"Kiren Rijiju need not worry about Congress": DK Shivakumar hits back at Union Minister Kiren Rijiju over Women's Reservation Bill

Karnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar on Saturday hit back at Union Minister Kiren Rijiju over his remarks challenging the Congress on the Women's Reservation Bill, asserting that his party will give more strength to women and declaring that there is no ... read..

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Two Killed, 34 injured in KSRTC bus accident near Bidadi

Two people were killed and 34 others injured after a Kerala State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC) bus travelling from Calicut to Bengaluru met with an accident near Avverahalli, close to Bidadi, on Bengaluru-Mysuru National Highway 275 in Karnataka's R... read..

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Toxic trailer launch: Kiara Advani looks ravishing in white outfit

Big occasions call for a look to remember, and Kiara Advani took note of it. At the trailer launch of her film Toxic, the actress made a stunning statement in a white ensemble... read..

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BEML Q1 revenue rises 29%, loss narrows as EBITDA turns positive

Defence public sector undertaking BEML Limited reported a 29 per cent year-on-year rise in revenue from operations in the first quarter of FY27, while its net loss narrowed sharply and operating earnings turned positive.... read..

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Karnataka Health Department forms 30 special teams to inspect hotels over food-safety concerns

The Karnataka Health and Family Welfare Department has constituted 30 special teams to conduct surprise inspections at hotels, restaurants and food outlets across Bengaluru and other major locations in the state following a rise in complaints over poor fo... read..

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'Who is running the country?': Priyank Kharge targets PM Modi, seeks Centre's intervention on water disputes

Karnataka Minister Priyank Kharge on Friday launched a fresh attack on the BJP-led Centre, questioning Prime Minister Narendra Modi's absence from Parliament and calling for greater intervention by the Union government in resolving inter-state water dispu... read..

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2COMS unveils 'Back to Bengal' platform as BCC&I highlights innovation-led entrepreneurship

Talent solutions company 2COMS on Friday unveiled the "Back to Bengal" platform, an initiative aimed at encouraging professionals to either return to West Bengal or contribute to the state's development, during the fourth Tech E-Summit in Bengaluru.... read..

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Bengaluru: Accused Pradosh seeks approver status in Renukaswamy murder case; Court reserves order till Aug 10

In a major development in the Renukaswamy murder case involving Kannada actor Darshan Thoogudeepa, accused number 14 Pradosh S has moved court seeking to turn approver.... read..

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Priyank Kharge says "same Sangh, just different slang" after Mohan Bhagwat's youth session

Karnataka Minister and Congress leader Priyank Kharge on Friday took a swipe at the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) and the BJP, saying that changing their language would not change their ideology.... read..

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American companies have huge interest in India, highlights US Ambassador Sergio Gor

Highlighting the deepening India-US partnership, US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor on Friday said that American companies continue to view India as a key investment destination, while also highlighting the strides made in the bilateral trade between the t... read..

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'I will continue to bring more medals for country': CWG bronze medallist Shilpa Shyla gets grand welcome in Bengaluru

Commonwealth Games bronze medallist Shilpa Shyla received a rousing welcome on her arrival at Kempegowda International Airport on Thursday, where the para-athlete vowed to continue winning medals for India after her podium finish at the Glasgow 2026 Commo... read..

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AICC General Secretary Randeep Singh Surjewala, Karnataka CM hold discussions with senior MLA M Krishnappa

Amid dissatisfaction within the Karnataka Congress over portfolio allocations in the state government, Karnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar and AICC General Secretary Randeep Singh Surjewala visited senior Congress MLA M Krishnappa and Priya Krishna at ... read..

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"No problem, all of us are loyal to party": D K Shivakumar downplays Karnataka Congress churn after Cabinet expansion row

Karnataka Chief Minister D K Shivakumar on Thursday dismissed speculation over differences within Congress following his meeting with the party leadership a day earlier, saying there was "no problem" and that everyone remained committed and loyal to the p... read..

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'Congress hijacking constitutional posts': Karnataka Legislative Council Chairman Basavaraj Horatti

Karnataka Legislative Council Chairman Basavaraj Horatti on Thursday alleged that the Congress was attempting to "hijack" a constitutional post, claiming that Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar had asked him to resign following directions from the Congress pa... read..

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AIFF launch School Grassroots Football Programme

The All India Football Federation (AIFF) and the Ryan Group of Institutions officially launched the School Grassroots Football Programme at the Centre for Sports Excellence in Bengaluru on Monday, August 3, 2026, marking the next phase of their partnershi... read..

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"An all-male cabinet is not acceptable": Karnataka Women's Association expresses disappointment over exclusion of women in state's new cabinet

The women's collective 'If We Do Not Rise - Karnataka' on Thursday expressed disappointment over the complete exclusion of women from the state's newly expanded cabinet, declaring that an all-male cabinet is not acceptable and warned that it sends a messa... read..

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"Contempt committed by Congress": Karnataka Council LoP Chalavadi Narayanaswamy on Chairman appointment row

Leader of Opposition (LoP) in Karnataka Legislative Council, Chalavadi Narayanaswamy, on Thursday accused Congress of committing "contempt" by naming a candidate for the Council Chairman post, saying the position should be decided by members of the House... read..

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Karnataka explores AI collaboration with Anthropic on governance, skilling and AI University initiative

Karnataka Chief Minister D K Shivakumar on Thursday held discussions with a senior delegation from artificial intelligence company Anthropic to explore collaboration in areas including citizen-centric governance, skilling, scientific research, startup ena... read..

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Dissent in Karnataka Congress; Raichur MLA Daddal resigns as Corporation Chairman, V Patil withdraws resignation

The political churn within the Karnataka Congress over the recent Cabinet expansion continued on Wednesday, with Raichur Rural MLA Basanagouda Daddal resigning as Chairman of the Karnataka Maharshi Valmiki Scheduled Tribes Development Corporation, while C... read..

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"Duty bound to protect rights of my citizens": Priyank Kharge on Cauvery water dispute

Amid the ongoing dispute over the sharing of Cauvery river water, Karnataka Minister Priyank Kharge on Wednesday asserted that while Tamil Nadu is acting in the interest of its people, the Karnataka government remains firm and committed to safeguarding th... read..

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"Date not fixed until rate was fixed": Karnataka BJP chief slams Congress over cabinet expansion

BJP Karnataka President BY Vijayendra on Wednesday alleged the Congress cabinet expansion was driven by "power-sharing, money power and High Command politics" rather than governance.... read..

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"Save Bidadi": JD(S) Youth Wing president Kumaraswamy announces three-day massive march to protect farmers, stop GBIT

Escalating the political confrontation over regional infrastructure plans in Karnataka, Janata Dal (Secular) State Youth President Nikhil Kumaraswamy strongly criticised the ruling administration for pursuing real estate initiatives that threaten local ag... read..

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"Resignations a part of politics": DK Shivakumar after two Congress MLAs quit over Cabinet snub

Karnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar downplayed the tensions within the Congress camp after two MLAs reportedly offered their resignations for not getting a cabinet berth.... read..

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'Lame horse' govt trying to paralyze Assembly session: EPS slams TVK over Udhayanidhi Stalin's arrest

AIADMK General Secretary and Leader of the Opposition in Tamil Nadu Assembly, Edappadi K Palaniswami (EPS), on Tuesday, launched a scathing attack on the Vijay government following the arrest of Udhayanidhi Stalin.... read..

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"Will follow whatever party says": Gayathri Shanthegowda after name dropped from Karnataka Cabinet list

Congress leader Gayathri Shanthegowda on Tuesday reacted with restraint after her name was reportedly included in the initial list for the Karnataka Cabinet expansion but removed in a revised list released minutes later.... read..

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Karnataka CM DK Shivakumar inaugurates India Nano 2026 Conference in Bengaluru

Karnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar inaugurated the 14th Edition of India Nano 2026 Conference in Bengaluru on Tuesday.... read..

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"Proper reason should be given": Karnataka Congress leader seeks answers from party leadership after exclusion from Cabinet

Karnataka Congress leader Dinesh Gundu Rao questioned his sudden removal from the council of ministers and highlighted his clean record and dedication to the party organisation.... read..

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Karnataka: DK Shivakumar assures excluded Congress leaders will be given "appropriate responsibilities" following Cabinet expansion

Karnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar has assured Congress leaders who were not included in the recent Cabinet expansion that everyone would be given "appropriate responsibilities", urging those who are dissatisfied to remain patient.... read..

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