A closed-door meeting took place in Davangere, Karnataka, attended by several prominent Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes leaders, including key ministers such as G Parameshwara, Satish Jarkiholi, HC Mahadevappa, K Rajanna, and Yathindra Siddaramaiah, son of Chief Minister Siddaramaiah. The gathering took place during the Maharshi Valmiki Jatra Mahotsava at Valmiki Matha in Rajanahalli, Harihar. Speculation about the meeting being linked to a potential change in the Karnataka Pradesh Cong

In a significant development in Karnataka’s BJP politics, the party’s high command has rejected the rebel camp's demands to replace BY Vijayendra as the state president, leaving the disgruntled leaders without any support. Sources confirmed that BJP’s senior leadership refused to entertain the complaints against Vijayendra, despite attempts by the rebel group to push for a change. The group, which included prominent figures like former minister Ramesh Jarkiholi, had hope

Vijay Mallya, the fugitive liquor baron, has approached the Karnataka High Court, claiming that banks have recovered the "principal debt amount multiple times over" in the Kingfisher Airlines loan default case. In his petition, Mallya has sought directions from the banks to provide a statement of the recovered amount.Justice R Devdas issued notices to 10 banks, including State Bank of India (SBI) and Punjab National Bank (PNB), a recovery official, and an asset reconstruction compan

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi's push for a nationwide caste census has sparked mixed reactions, particularly in Telangana and Karnataka, where caste surveys have triggered demands for greater political and social reforms.In Telangana, the results of the state's caste survey revealed that Backward Classes (BCs) make up 46.25% of the population, making them the largest social group. The survey's findings have led to calls for increased reservations for BCs, particularly in the upcomi

Karnataka’s Home Minister G Parameshwara has confirmed that a meeting will be held on Wednesday to finalize the draft ordinance designed to protect borrowers from microfinance companies operating in the state. Once the draft is ready, it will be presented to the cabinet on Thursday and sent for approval to Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot. The ordinance aims to curb the menace caused by microfinance companies, which have been allegedly using aggressive and unethical methods to rec

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has expressed confidence that he will receive justice from the judiciary in the ongoing Mysuru Urban Development Authority (MUDA) land scam case. Siddaramaiah, who is the prime accused, along with his wife BM Parvathi, named as the second accused, is currently facing scrutiny over the alleged misuse of political influence for land compensation deals. The Karnataka High Court's Dharwad bench has reserved its judgment on the petition requesting a Centra

Beleza by the Beach, a premier eco-conscious resort nestled between the green paddy fields and sandy shores of Colva, Goa, is setting a new benchmark in sustainable tourism. Their latest offering, the Two-Bedroom Plunge Pool Villas, is designed with a deep commitment to eco-friendly travel. The villas feature energy-efficient systems, low-impact lighting, and water conservation measures, all crafted using locally sourced, sustainable materials that blend harmoniously with the natural surround

Cyclone Fengal continues to affect Karnataka, with Bengaluru and other regions expected to experience rainfall for the next two days. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast widespread rainfall across Coastal Karnataka and South Interior Karnataka, with moderate rainfall expected on Tuesday. The intensity of rainfall will decrease from the third day. A yellow alert has been issued for Bengaluru, Hassan, Mandya, and Ramanagara, indicating heavy rainfall between 6 cm an

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah recently responded to opposition allegations concerning his supposed involvement in the Mysore Urban Development Authority (MUDA) land scam. In a firm statement, he denied any wrongdoing and reaffirmed his commitment to honest politics. Opposition parties, including the BJP and JD(S), have accused Siddaramaiah of being linked to a land scam, claiming misconduct during his tenure. In light of these allegations, the Chief Minister clarified that h

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah is under increasing pressure to resign as allegations surrounding the Mysuru Urban Development Authority (MUDA) land scam escalate. Following a trial court's order to file charges, opposition parties, particularly the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the Janata Dal Secular, have intensified their calls for his resignation. Adding to the pressure, veteran Congress leader KB Koliwad, a five-time MLA and former Assembly Speaker, publicly sugges

On Friday, the Karnataka government announced its decision to withdraw open consent for the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) to conduct inquiries within the state. Law Minister HK Patil highlighted concerns regarding the perceived "biased" actions of the CBI, which the opposition alleges are directed by the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) to target its leaders, especially ahead of upcoming elections. Patil clarified that the withdrawal is not related to the ongoing land

Amid escalating controversy surrounding the alleged use of animal fat in the ghee used for preparing laddus at the Tirupati temple, the Karnataka government has issued a directive mandating that all 34,000 temples under its management exclusively use Nandini brand ghee. This decision aims to maintain the sanctity and quality of temple rituals, including the preparation of prasada and the lighting of lamps. The controversy erupted earlier this week when Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister

The Supreme Court of India has taken a significant step by seeking a report from the Karnataka High Court concerning controversial comments made by Justice Vedavyasachar Srishananda. During a recent hearing focused on a landlord-tenant dispute, Justice Srishananda referred to a Muslim-majority area in Bengaluru as "Pakistan" and made a misogynistic remark about a woman lawyer. These statements have raised serious concerns about the conduct of judges and the implications of their wor

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