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  Who gets Cabinet berths? Shivakumar, Siddaramaiah head to Delhi ahead of govt formation in Karnataka

  Karnataka | June 01, 2026 7:06 IST

  The discussions are expected to focus on cabinet formation, allocation of key portfolios, the possible appointment of deputy chief ministers, and broader organisational changes, including the selection of a new Karnataka Pradesh Congress Committee (KPCC) president.

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  Will Siddaramaiah resign today? All eyes on Governor's meet amid discontent in Karnataka Congress

  Karnataka | May 28, 2026 0:03 IST

  As per sources, several ministers and MLAs reportedly pressed for a coordinated show of strength within the legislature party, including the collection of signatures from MLAs and the submission of a formal letter to the party high command affirming continued support for Siddaramaiah’s leadership.

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  Karnataka power huddle: CM Siddaramaiah to resign tomorrow, seeks time from Governor

  Karnataka | May 27, 2026 16:53 IST

  Political developments in Karnataka had intensified on Tuesday after the Congress held a lengthy six-hour meeting. Although the party maintained that the discussions focused only on the Rajya Sabha elections in Karnataka, speculation continued over major decisions concerning the state government.

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  Karnataka: Eight die, two missing as river current sweeps away mussel collectors in Uttara Kannada

  Karnataka | May 24, 2026 19:20 IST

  The incident took place in the Tatte Hakkalu river near Shirali village in Bhatkal taluk. Around 14 people had gone into the river to collect freshwater mussels, a seasonal activity commonly carried out by local communities living along riverbanks and coastal areas.

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  Karnataka: Six killed, nine injured as tractor falls off bridge after crash in Koppal

  Karnataka | May 15, 2026 17:54 IST

  Koppal Superintendent of Police Ram L Arasiddi said preliminary investigation suggests that the lorry rammed into the tractor from behind, leading to the accident.

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  PM Modi inaugurates Sri Guru Bhairavaikya Temple in Karnataka's Mandya | Video

  Karnataka | April 15, 2026 12:45 IST

  The temple has been constructed in memory of the 71st pontiff of the mutt, Balagangadharanatha Mahaswami. It stands at a site believed to be associated with his spiritual practices. A statue has been installed at the exact place where he is said to have meditated.

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  Upset over affair rumours with professor, 22-year-old Karnataka student dies by suicide

  Karnataka | April 02, 2026 17:22 IST

  Likhita was pursuing her final year of Ayurveda sciences at a college in Chitradurga's Malladihalli. In her suicide note, she accused fellow students of spreading rumours that she was in an affair with a professor, which caused her severe distress.

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  Karnataka: 10 injured after private bus plunges off bridge in Shivamogga district

  Karnataka | March 30, 2026 16:24 IST

  According to reports, the bus collided with the bridge railing before falling below. It was carrying over 40 passengers at the time of the incident and was en route from Channagiri in Davanagere district to Bhadravati.

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  Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah announces strict ban on 'social media' for children under 16

  Karnataka | March 06, 2026 12:17 IST

  Karnataka's ban draws from stark data on smartphones' harm to kids, with over 70 per cent of 10-15-year-olds logging more than three hours daily on platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube.

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  Karnataka: Communal tension in Bagalkot after stone-pelting at Shivaji Jayanti procession | Video

  Karnataka | February 20, 2026 9:18 IST

  Leaders of Hindutva organisations have demanded strict action against those responsible for the stone-pelting incident. The atmosphere in the area remains tense, and security has been heightened.

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  Karnataka: Priyank Kharge takes sharp aim at RSS, calls it 'devil' and BJP its 'shadow' | Watch

  Karnataka | February 16, 2026 10:16 IST

  Kharge also raised concerns about the RSS’s funding and organisational network. He claimed that the Sangh has more than 2,500 affiliated organisations, including entities in countries such as the United States and the United Kingdom, and questioned the source of its funds.

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  Karnataka: Bag containing gold, cash stolen from minister's office; Secretariat employee arrested

  Karnataka | February 10, 2026 13:13 IST

  Authorities are also probing how such valuable items were brought into the secretariat premises without detection and whether standard security checks were properly implemented. Further investigation is currently underway.

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  Karnataka DGP mandates birthday and anniversary leave for police force citing humanitarian reasons

  Karnataka | January 29, 2026 16:39 IST

  According to the circular by Karnataka DGP, allowing officers and personnel to take leave on these occasions helps them recharge emotionally and spend quality time with their families.

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  Karnataka: Congress to launch statewide protests seeking revival of MGNREGA, says Shivakumar

  Karnataka | January 26, 2026 17:37 IST

  The Karnataka Government had announced that the newly introduced VB-G RAM G Act will not be implemented in the state. The decision was taken at a state cabinet meeting held earlier this month.

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  Karnataka ragging: Seniors assault juniors with sticks, rods at Bengaluru college; 3 nabbed

  Karnataka | January 23, 2026 17:21 IST

  Police said that a total of 22 students were named in the FIR. They were pursuing courses such as B.Pharma, Nursing, diploma programs, health sciences, Medical Imaging Technology (MIT) and Physiotherapy.

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  Buzz mounts on Karnataka CM change after Shivakumar's Delhi meetings, says 'time will answer'

  Karnataka | January 19, 2026 19:25 IST

  Recently, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi was seen briefly interacting with both Siddaramaiah and Shivakumar at Mysuru airport while en route from Tamil Nadu to New Delhi, further fueling rumors surrounding the ongoing leadership struggle.

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  Karnataka refuses to implement VB-G RAM G Act, to challenge it in court: 'Violation of right to work

  Karnataka | January 08, 2026 21:04 IST

  The Cabinet stated that the new provision completely ignores the states, with the Centre unilaterally deciding the terms and conditions while expecting states to contribute 40 per cent of the cost.

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  Karnataka Government allocates 69% of its ad budget to National Herald in 2024-25; BJP cries foul

  Karnataka | January 08, 2026 18:09 IST

  In 2024-25, the Congress government in Karnataka spent a total of Rs 1.42 crore on advertisements in national newspapers, of which about 69 per cent went to the National Herald.

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  Ballari violence: Probe reveals bullet fired from Congress MLA's bodyguard's gun killed party worker

  Karnataka | January 03, 2026 9:47 IST

  Clashes erupted in Ballari on Thursday evening after supporters of Congress MLA Nara Bharath Reddy allegedly put up banners outside the residence of BJP MLA, Janardhana Reddy, in the Avambhavi area.

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  Two held for damaging tollbooth and attacking employees in Dakshina Kannada

  Karnataka | December 30, 2025 11:41 IST

  The accused allegedly refused to pay the toll, damaged the tollbooth and assaulted the staff in Karnataka's Dakshina Kannada. A case has been registered under multiple sections of the BNS, and the investigation is ongoing.