Karnataka Political News & Headlines

Jan 17, 2026

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Karnataka Government Modernizes Coorg’s Land Records, Addressing Decades-Old Issues for Indigenous Community

In the current year of 2026, the government of Karnataka has announced a significant amendment to its land revenue law. This move targets the unique and long-standing system of land records in the Coorg region, officially known as Kodagu district. The objective of this reform is to resolve decades-old documentation issues affecting Jamma Bane land […]

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Jan 16, 2026

By Deccan Correspondent

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BJP Puts Ballari–Bengaluru Padayatra on Hold, Clears Only Public Meeting

The BJP central leadership has put the proposed Ballari–Bengaluru padayatra, scheduled to begin on January 17, on hold while permitting only a public meeting in Ballari, dealing a setback to Gangavathi MLA Gali Janardhan Reddy and former minister B. Sriramulu. The padayatra was announced after the January 1 violence in Ballari between supporters of Janardhan […]

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Jan 16, 2026

By Deccan Correspondent

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Archaeological Excavation Initiated at Kote Veerabhadreshwara Temple, Lakkundi, Following Discovery of Gold Ornaments

The Department of Tourism, in collaboration with the Department of Archaeology, Museums and Heritage, and the Lakkundi Heritage Development, has initiated an excavation at the Kote Veerabhadreshwara Temple in Lakkundi, Karnataka. This move comes following the discovery of 470 grams of gold ornaments during the construction of a house in the region. The archaeologists involved […]

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Jan 16, 2026

By Deccan Correspondent

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Union Minister Kumaraswamy Suggests Return to Karnataka Politics Aiming for BJP-JDS Alliance Government by 2028

In Bengaluru, the Union Minister for Heavy Industries and Steel, HD Kumaraswamy, has hinted at rejoining state politics with a focus on establishing a good government under the BJP-JDS alliance in 2028. During a public gathering, he clarified that rumors of his departure from Karnataka politics were misleading and emphasized his continued involvement in the […]

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Jan 15, 2026

By Deccan Correspondent

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H D Kumaraswamy Affirms Continued Involvement in Karnataka Politics, Rules out Confusion within NDA

In an address regarding political alliances, Union Minister H D Kumaraswamy stated that the JD(S) remains a constituent of the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) and will work to prevent any internal discord within the coalition. The assurance comes amidst speculations about potential shifts in Karnataka’s political landscape. The Minister’s remarks underscore the JD(S)’s commitment to […]

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Jan 13, 2026

By Deccan Correspondent

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BJP Petitions Governor Against Hate Speech Bill; Parameshwara Defends Law, Says Govt Ready to Clarify Doubts

In a significant political move, a delegation of BJP leaders led by R Ashoka and Chalavadi Narayanaswamy, the Leaders of Opposition in the Karnataka Legislative Assembly and Council respectively, petitioned Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot on Monday. The petition requested Gehlot not to give his assent to the Hate Speech Bill, which the BJP leaders described as […]

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Jan 12, 2026

By Deccan Correspondent

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Jharkhand Migrant Labourer Assaulted in Mangaluru After Being Branded ‘Bangladeshi’

A Muslim migrant labourer from Jharkhand was allegedly assaulted by four men in Mangaluru after they accused him of being a “Bangladeshi” and demanded proof of his citizenship. The victim, identified as Diljan Ansari, has been working in Mangaluru for nearly 4 to 6 months every year over the past 10 to 15 years. The […]

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Jan 9, 2026

By Deccan Correspondent

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Karnataka to Hold Special Assembly Session Against Centre’s Move to Replace MGNREGA

Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Thursday announced that the Congress-led Karnataka government will soon convene a special session of the Legislature to pass a resolution demanding the restoration of the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA), which the Union government has proposed to replace with the new VB G RAM G legislation. Addressing senior […]

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Jan 9, 2026

By Deccan Correspondent

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Karnataka Will Do Everything to Oppose Kerala’s Malayalam Language Bill: CM Siddaramaiah

Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Friday said Karnataka would “do everything” within the framework of the Constitution to oppose Kerala’s proposed Malayalam Language Bill–2025, which seeks to make Malayalam the compulsory first language even in Kannada-medium schools. Calling the move an attack on linguistic freedom and minority rights, Siddaramaiah said language is not merely a subject […]

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Jan 8, 2026

By Deccan Correspondent

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Governor Clears Seven Karnataka Bills, Withholds Hate Speech Bill

Karnataka Governor Thaawar Chand Gehlot has given assent to seven Bills passed during the winter session of the state legislature in Belagavi, while continuing to withhold approval for the contentious Hate Speech and Hate Crimes (Prevention and Control) Bill, along with seven other legislations. The Hate Speech Bill, which was passed by the Legislative Assembly […]

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