Karnataka Political News & Headlines

Jan 30, 2026

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Karnataka Transport Minister and Mohan Das Pai Engage in Public Debate over Bengaluru’s Public Transport System

In a heated exchange on social media, entrepreneur Mohan Das Pai and Karnataka Transport Minister Ramalinga Reddy clashed over the efficiency of Bengaluru’s public transport system and the role of private players. The debate erupted after Pai criticized the state government’s approach to public transport, claiming it was inefficient and blaming the minister’s ideology for […]

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Jan 30, 2026

By Deccan Correspondent

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Karnataka BJP’s X Handle Booked for Defamatory Post on Siddaramaiah, Shivakumar

In a significant development, the Karnataka police have registered a case against the Karnataka BJP X handle for a controversial social media post that allegedly defamed Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar on Friday. The post referred to them and other ministers as ‘scam lords’ and accused them of involvement in […]

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Jan 29, 2026

By Deccan Correspondent

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Karnataka Government Considers Recognizing Tulu as Additional Official Language

In a potential shift towards cultural inclusivity, the Karnataka government is reportedly planning to declare Tulu as an additional official language alongside Kannada. “A meeting chaired by Chief Minister Siddaramaiah will be convened to discuss the proposal,” said Minister for Kannada and Culture Shivaraj Tangadagi. Minister of Culture, Shivaraj Tangadagi, has revealed that a letter […]

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Jan 28, 2026

By Deccan Correspondent

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Karnataka Govt to Rename Gram Panchayats After Mahatma Gandhi, Says CM

Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Tuesday said the state government will rename all gram panchayats in Karnataka after Mahatma Gandhi, with an official announcement to be made in the upcoming Budget. Speaking at the MNREGA Bachao Sangram programme ahead of the Lok Bhavan Chalo protest at Freedom Park, the Chief Minister accused the Centre of undermining […]

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Jan 23, 2026

By Deccan Correspondent

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Karnataka Takes a Leap into Deep Tech with Approval of CATS AI Centre of Excellence

In a significant move to bolster its technological prowess, the Indian state of Karnataka has given its approval for the establishment of the CATS AI Centre of Excellence. The announcement was made by Priyank Kharge, Minister for Electronics, IT, Biotechnology, and Science & Technology, who emphasized that this initiative is a cornerstone of Karnataka’s deep […]

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Jan 22, 2026

By Deccan Correspondent

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Chaos in Karnataka Legislature as Governor Delivers Two-Line Address Amidst Congress Criticism

In an unconventional turn of events, the Karnataka Legislature was plunged into pandemonium on January 22, 2026, following a brief address by Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot. The Governor’s speech, which consisted of only two lines, marked the commencement of the joint session that had been convened to discuss the repeal of the MGNREGA and its replacement […]

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Jan 20, 2026

By Deccan Correspondent

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State Election Commission Chooses Ballot Papers for Greater Bengaluru Authority Elections, Ignoring BJP’s Request for EVMs

In a decisive move, the State Election Commission (SEC) announced on Monday that ballot papers will be used in the upcoming elections to the Greater Bengaluru Authority (GBA), disregarding the BJP’s demand for Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs). The SEC’s decision comes after the release of draft electoral rolls and follows a recommendation made by the […]

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Jan 20, 2026

By Deccan Correspondent

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Karnataka DGP Suspended Over Allegations of Intimate Videos in Office

Bengaluru, January 20 – In a sudden turn of events, Karnataka Director General of Police (Civil Rights Enforcement) K Ramachandra Rao has been suspended after the state government ordered an investigation into unverified videos showing him in intimate acts with women inside his office on Tuesday. The suspension came hours after purported videos went viral […]

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Jan 19, 2026

By Deccan Correspondent

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Karnataka Delegation Led by MB Patil Heads to Davos for WEF Annual Meeting 2026

In the lead-up to the World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Meeting 2026, held from January 19 to 23 in Davos-Klosters, a delegation led by Minister for Large and Medium Industries MB Patil of the Karnataka government has embarked on an important mission. The focus of this four-day event is to facilitate the conversion of investment […]

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Jan 19, 2026

By Deccan Correspondent

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Karnataka Government to Hold Mega ‘Sadhana Samavesha’ in Haveri on February 13

To mark the completion of 1,000 days in office, the Karnataka government will organise a mega Sadhana Samavesha in Haveri on February 13, during which land title deeds and several welfare benefits will be distributed, District In-charge Minister Shivananda Patil said. After inspecting the venue at Ajjanagudi on Sunday evening, Patil told reporters that more […]

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