Karnataka Political News & Headlines

Jan 7, 2026

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Siddaramaiah Becomes Karnataka’s Longest-Serving Chief Minister, Surpasses Devaraj Urs’ Record

Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Wednesday created history by becoming the longest-serving Chief Minister of Karnataka, surpassing the record held by late Devaraj Urs, a towering leader remembered for his contributions to social justice and land reforms. In his second term, the 77-year-old leader equalled Urs’ record of 2,792 days in office on January 6 and […]

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Jan 7, 2026

By Deccan Correspondent

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Hubballi Police Action on BJP Woman Worker Sparks Row; Commissioner Denies Disrobing Allegation

Serious allegations of police excess have surfaced in Hubballi after a BJP woman worker accused the Keshwapur Police of assault during her detention, triggering public outrage and a political storm on Wednesday. The incident, reportedly linked to an attempt to arrest her based on a complaint by Congress corporator Suvarna Kalkuntla, escalated after a video […]

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Jan 6, 2026

By Deccan Correspondent

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Shivakumar Congratulates Siddaramaiah on Becoming Longest-Serving Karnataka Chief Minister

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar has congratulated Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on the occasion of his imminent milestone of becoming the longest-serving Chief Minister in Karnataka’s history. Calling it a “happy moment,” Shivakumar extended his best wishes, underlining the significance of the achievement for the state and the party. Siddaramaiah is set to surpass the […]

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Jan 6, 2026

By Deccan Correspondent

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Karnataka Begins Nationwide Tiger Estimation Exercise Across Major Reserves

In a routine endeavor aimed at assessing the population of big cats and other carnivorous animals, the State Forest, Ecology, and Environment Minister of Karnataka, Eshwar Khandre, announced on Monday that the sixth nationwide tiger estimation exercise has commenced across all forest areas of the state. The exercise will span over major tiger reserves, including […]

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Jan 5, 2026

By Deccan Correspondent

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Siddaramaiah Promises Special Law, Fast-Track Trial After Hubballi Honor Killing of Pregnant Woman

In the aftermath of a tragic ‘honor killing’ incident that claimed the life of a pregnant woman, Manya, in Hubballi taluk, Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has pledged to introduce a special law aimed at curbing such acts. The proposal for the new legislation is set to be discussed during the upcoming session of the legislature. […]

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Jan 4, 2026

By Deccan Correspondent

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Siddaramaiah Steps Closer to Devaraj Urs’s Record Ahead of State Budget Presentation

In Karnataka, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah is gearing up to surpass the 7.6-year tenure of veteran Congress leader Devaraj Urs as the longest-serving Chief Minister in the state’s history. This milestone, set to be achieved on January 7, takes on added significance amid ongoing speculation surrounding a potential leadership change within the Congress party. Siddaramaiah, who […]

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Jan 3, 2026

By Deccan Correspondent

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Karnataka Moves Towards Progressive Menstrual Leave Policy for College and PG Students

In a potential shift in employment policies, Karnataka Minister for Higher Education M.C. Sudhakar has suggested that an announcement regarding granting menstrual leave for college students may be forthcoming, provided directions are issued by the state’s chief minister, Siddaramaiah. The statement was made during a press event in Bengaluru. The proposal, if implemented, would extend […]

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Jan 3, 2026

By Deccan Correspondent

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Congress Leader Challenges Credibility of Karnataka EVM Survey Commissioned by Government-linked Agencies

Bengaluru, Karnataka – A senior Congress leader, BK Hariprasad, raised concerns about the credibility of a recent survey on voter trust in Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) in Karnataka. The survey, claimed by Hariprasad to be commissioned by government-linked agencies, was alleged to lack transparency, independence, and statistical rigour. Hariprasad’s allegations were made in response to […]

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Jan 3, 2026

By Deccan Correspondent

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Karnataka Weighs Rejection of Centre’s G-RAM-G Scheme, Flags Threat to Federalism and Right to Work

BENGALURU – In a potential shift in rural employment policies, the Karnataka government is contemplating rejecting the Centre’s recently introduced Viksit Bharat Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Grameen), or G-RAM-G. This decision comes as a response to concerns that the new initiative centralizes all projects, potentially undermining the federal structure of the nation. Law […]

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Jan 3, 2026

By Deccan Correspondent

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Ballari clash: Karnataka Government Suspends Ballari SP Over Handling of Violent Incident

In the aftermath of a violent incident that occurred in Ballari district on Thursday, resulting in the death of a Congress worker, the Karnataka government has suspended Superintendent of Police (SP) Pavan Nejjur. The decision follows a recommendation by the Ballari Range Deputy Inspector General of Police (DIGP), who alleged that Nejjur did not act […]

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