Karnataka Political News & Headlines

Dec 9, 2025

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Karnataka Sees 19.55% Drop in Beer Sales, Excise Minister Reports

BELAGAVI — In a surprising turn of events, Karnataka’s beer sales have witnessed a significant decline during the current financial year, as per the latest report from Excise Minister RB Thimmapur. Addressing the Council on Monday, Minister Thimmapur disclosed that 195.27 lakh cases of beer were sold till the end of September 2025—47.46 lakh cases […]

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Sep 18, 2025

By Deccan Correspondent

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Karnataka State Commission Distributes Caste Census Stickers, Sparks Controversy

In the ongoing social and educational survey conducted by the Karnataka State Backward Classes Commission in Karnataka, India, a new development has been reported. The Commission has started distributing caste census stickers for residents to affix on their Aadhaar cards. This move, which was initiated with the intention of ensuring that the needs of various […]

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Sep 10, 2025

By Deccan Correspondent

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Congress President Accuses Election Commission of Stonewalling Crucial Information on Alleged Vote Fraud

In a recent development, Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge has alleged that the Election Commission of India (ECI) is shielding those behind alleged “vote chori” by withholding crucial information. He shared a media report, which claimed an attempt to remove electors by forging Form 7 ahead of the Karnataka Assembly election in 2023 has yet to […]

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Sep 4, 2025

By Deccan Correspondent

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Karnataka Emerges as Magnet for Over Rs 12 Lakh Crore in Investments due to Favorable Economic Climate, Study Reveals

Bengaluru, September 4th, 2025: A recent study has highlighted that the state of Karnataka has successfully attracted over Rs 12 lakh crore in investments due to its strong economic climate. The study attributes this impressive figure to strategic infrastructure projects, forward-looking policy frameworks, a thriving talent and innovation ecosystem, and a robust foreign direct investment […]

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Aug 31, 2025

By Deccan Correspondent

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Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah Advocates for Revenue Protection before GST Rate Rationalization

In the ongoing discussions at the Goods and Services Tax (GST) Council, Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has emphasized the need for a robust revenue protection framework before any potential tax rate rationalization. The chief minister’s stance is based on concerns that a reduction of GST slabs could lead to a total revenue loss ranging from […]

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Aug 19, 2025

By Deccan Correspondent

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Karnataka Legislative Council Passes Land Reforms Bill Allowing Automatic Conversion of Agricultural Land for MSMEs and Renewable Energy Units

Deccan Alert | Karnataka Legislative Council Passes Land Reforms Bill Allowing Automatic Conversion of Agricultural Land for MSMEs and Renewable Energy Units

In a move expected to encourage investments in the industrial, renewable energy, and MSME sectors, the Karnataka Land Reforms and Certain Other Laws (Amendment) Bill was passed in the Legislative Council by a voice vote on Monday. The bill, placed by Revenue Minister Krishna Byre Gowda, removes the need for application for land conversion if […]

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Jul 30, 2025

By Deccan Correspondent

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Rahul Gandhi to Lead Protest Against ‘Votes Theft’ Allegations in Bengaluru on August 4

In a move that could escalate political tension in the southern state of Karnataka, former Congress President and prominent Indian politician, Rahul Gandhi, has announced his participation in a protest rally organized by the Karnataka Pradesh Congress Committee (KPCC) against alleged ‘votes theft’ during the recent local elections in Bengaluru. The protest is scheduled to […]

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Jul 18, 2025

By Deccan Correspondent

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Karnataka CM’s Office Post Mistranslated by Meta’s Automatic Translation, Causes Stir on Facebook

In a notable development in the digital world of communication, a post from the Karnataka Chief Minister’s Office (CMO) on Facebook was incorrectly translated by Meta’s automatic translation feature. The original post, written in Kannada, was intended to express condolences for the demise of veteran actor B Saroj Devi. However, the English translation mistakenly conveyed […]

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Jul 15, 2025

By Deccan Correspondent

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Gokarna Police Rescue Russian Woman and Her Children from Cave; Kutina Defends Living Conditions

In Bengaluru, the Foreigners Regional Registration Office (FRRO) processed Russian national Nina Kutina and her two children following their rescue by Gokarna Police. The family had been living in a cave near the coastal town of Gokarna in Karnataka for an undetermined period. In a series of events that have garnered attention, Kutina and her […]

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Jul 2, 2025

By Deccan Correspondent

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Karnataka High Court Orders Transfer of Evidence in ‘Valmiki Scam’ Case to CBI

In a significant development, the Karnataka High Court on Tuesday ordered a State-constituted Special Investigation Team (SIT) and the Enforcement Directorate to hand over all materials and evidence collected during their probe into the Valmiki scam case to the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI). Justice M Nagaprasanna passed the interim order on an application filed […]

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