Karnataka Political News & Headlines

Dec 19, 2025

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Karnataka to Maintain Fiscal Deficit Within 3% Limit: Revenue Minister Byre Gowda

BELAGAVI – Karnataka Revenue Minister Krishna Byre Gowda has reassured the State Assembly that the government is committed to adhering to the Fiscal Responsibility and Budget Management Act, maintaining a limit of 3% of Gross State Domestic Product (GSDP) for now. However, Mr. Gowda also cautioned that this limit could be exceeded if unexpected circumstances […]

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Dec 18, 2025

By Deccan Correspondent

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Karnataka Assembly Passes Hate Speech Bill Amid BJP Protests

In a significant political development, the Karnataka assembly passed the hate speech bill on Thursday, with the opposition Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) staging protests. The bill, which was presented in the state assembly by home minister G Parameshwara on December 10, was cleared by the cabinet on December 4. The newly passed legislation aims to […]

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Dec 18, 2025

By Deccan Correspondent

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Karnataka Government Aims to Regulate Pigeon Feeding in Public Spaces Over Health Concerns

The government of Karnataka has taken steps to regulate and potentially ban pigeon feeding in public areas across the state. The decision comes after health authorities expressed concerns about the increased risk of respiratory illnesses linked to extended contact with pigeon droppings and feathers. In a letter penned on December 16, the Health and Family […]

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Dec 16, 2025

By Deccan Correspondent

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Karnataka Health Minister Unveils Plans to Combat Persisting Issue of Female Foeticide

Belagavi, Karnataka – In a bid to eradicate the ongoing issue of female foeticide in the state, Karnataka Health Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao announced on Tuesday that separate nodal officers will be appointed in all districts. This move comes as an effort to fortify the enforcement of the Pre-conception and Pre-natal Diagnostic Techniques (PC & […]

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Dec 16, 2025

By Deccan Correspondent

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Karnataka Reports a Declining Trend in Farmer Suicides Over Three Years

Bengaluru, December 16 – The state of Karnataka has reported a total of 2,809 farmer suicides over the past three years, according to data presented by the Agriculture Minister N Chaluvarayaswamy in response to a query raised by BJP MLA Aravind Bellad in the Legislative Assembly. The number of farmers who took their lives in […]

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Dec 16, 2025

By Deccan Correspondent

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Karnataka MLA Dr Anjali Nimbalkar Saves American Woman’s Life During Mid-Flight Medical Emergency

In a remarkable display of quick thinking and medical expertise, former Karnataka MLA and medical doctor Anjali Nimbalkar recently saved the life of an American woman during a mid-flight emergency. The incident occurred on a Goa-New Delhi flight, where Dr Nimbalkar was traveling to attend a political rally organized by Congress at Ramleela Maidan in […]

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Dec 15, 2025

By Deccan Correspondent

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Karnataka Legislative Assembly Pays Tribute to Late Shamanur Shivashankarappa, Celebrated Leader of Davanagere

In a solemn assembly on Monday, members of the Karnataka Legislative Assembly paid tribute to veteran legislator Shamanur Shivashankarappa. The event was marked by an emotional speech from Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, who spoke about Shivashankarappa’s significant role in shaping Davanagere’s social, economic, and educational development. Siddaramaiah described the late MLA as a true people’s leader, […]

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Dec 12, 2025

By Deccan Correspondent

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Late-night meet with Congress leaders fuels leadership buzz in Belagavi; DKS denies

In the political landscape of Karnataka, a significant event unfolded on Thursday night as Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar hosted a dinner meeting attended by over 30 Congress legislators and ministers in Belagavi on Thursday. The gathering, which included key figures such as K H Muniyappa, Mankal Vaidya, Dr M C Sudhakar, and several […]

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Dec 12, 2025

By Deccan Correspondent

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Bengaluru’s ORR to undergo Rs 307-crore transformation, featuring cycling infrastructure and road improvements

In a decision aimed at enhancing Bangalore’s urban mobility, the Karnataka government has given its nod to a comprehensive revamp project for the Outer Ring Road (ORR) between KR Puram and Silk Board junction. The ambitious plan includes the installation of continuous brushed-concrete footpaths that double as cycle lanes on both sides, offering enhanced facilities […]

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