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Karnataka: Man suspected to have links with Pakistan based terror organisation held in Davangere

Authorities apprehended a 20-year-old man from Uttar Pradesh in Davangere, Karnataka, on suspicion of having ties to a Pakistan-based terror organization. The individual, working as a painter, was reportedly in contact with individuals in Pakistan, with suspected terror-related material found on his mobile. This arrest follows similar incidents in the…

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How the RSS changed its constitution to defend legal status and guru dakshina

Karnataka Home Minister Priyank Kharge’s persistent questioning of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh’s legal status appears to have forced a reckoning of sorts. The organisation’s chief Mohan Bhagwat and other senior functionaries have now claimed that these questions were settled decades ago and are offering “evidence” to that effect.

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Woman Advocate Arrested for Daughter's Murder; 3 Cops Suspended

A 39-year-old advocate, Priyanka, has been arrested in connection with the alleged murder of her five-year-old daughter, Vennela, police said on Friday. The arrest comes days after a case was registered against Priyanka and her live-in partner, Mohan G, following a complaint filed by the child's father.

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Karnataka begins rollout of AI-ready KEO PCs, first batch of 2,000 units set for deployment

Karnataka has launched KEO, its own AI-ready personal computer initiative. The first 2,000 systems are being deployed in rural libraries and educational institutions. This move aims to make computing and AI tools accessible and affordable across the state. The PCs are built on open-source architecture and can run AI applications…

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Meet DK Shivakumar's A-team: Karnataka's new Chief Minister unveils first cabinet

D.K. Shivakumar takes oath as Karnataka's new chief minister today. His cabinet includes experienced leaders and new faces, balancing regional and caste interests. G. Parameshwara is the deputy chief minister. The new government faces economic challenges and internal party dynamics. This marks the start of the Shivakumar era and the…

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Karnataka Chief Minister swearing-in ceremony: state Government announces half-day office closure

Bengaluru will observe a half-day holiday on June 3 for government staff. This is to facilitate the swearing-in ceremony of Chief Minister-designate DK Shivakumar. The event is scheduled for 4:05 PM at the Karnataka Legislature premises. Security and traffic management are key reasons for the holiday. Meanwhile, discussions on cabinet…

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MLA Priyank Kharge meets Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge ahead of June 3 Karnataka cabinet swearing-in

Karnataka Congress MLA Priyank Kharge met party chief Mallikarjun Kharge in the national capital. DK Shivakumar will be sworn in as Chief Minister on Wednesday. Top leaders are in the capital to finalize cabinet berths. The new ministry will be formed in two phases. Some ministers from the previous government…

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Congress calls fuel hikes "silent tax on households", accuses govt of "corporate protection racket"

Fuel prices have risen for the fourth time in ten days. Congress leaders condemn these increases as a silent tax on Indian households. They accuse Prime Minister Narendra Modi of prioritizing corporate interests over public welfare. These hikes impact daily essentials and household budgets across the nation.

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Karnataka launches agri innovation centre of excellence in Kalaburagi

Karnataka has launched its first agriculture and allied innovation centre of excellence in Kalaburagi, aiming to foster agritech ecosystems beyond Bengaluru. The Krishi Kalpa Foundation will manage the facility, which focuses on AI, IoT, robotics, and digital farming technologies.

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Karnataka to strengthen collaboration with Chile across digital services, startups, talent exchange

Karnataka is set to enhance its digital services, startup ecosystem, and talent exchange with Chile. A high-level meeting explored partnerships in innovation-led growth, talent mobility, and market access, building on a previous letter of intent. The collaboration aims to leverage Karnataka's deeptech expertise and Chile's role as a Latin American…

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In Bengaluru’s water-stressed areas sit most of its data centres

Every summer, Bengaluru goes back to doing what it knows too well — figuring out how to make its water last. The Bengaluru Water Supply and Sewerage Board (BWSSB) puts out its action plan, neighbourhoods brace for tighter days, and tankers begin to fill the gaps.

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Growing calls for under-16s ban in one of world’s largest markets for social media

Multiple states in India are looking at the example set by Australia in December, and wondering whether they can and should follow suit

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South Central 48: Kerala hijab row, Andhra Pradesh-Karnataka fight over Google centre

In this episode of South Central, hosts Dhanya Rajendran and Anisha Sheth are joined by journalists Shahina KK and Indulekha Aravind, and TNM’s executive editor Sudipto Mondal.

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Powertrip: Karnataka’s ‘misinformation’ bill was plagiarised

Welcome to this week’s Powertrip, a political newsletter exclusively curated for TNM and NL subscribers by Dhanya Rajendran, Shabbir Ahmed, and Pooja Prasanna. What happens when a Congress-led government lifts language from a BJP MP’s bill to fight fake news? Karnataka just gave us the answer.

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Indian state proposes seven-year jail term for spreading ‘fake news’

State officials say ‘sole objective is to address growing digital information disorder’

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Siddalinga Swami blames Priyank Kharge for deteriorating law and order in Kalaburagi

Delegation led by Siddalinga Swami to meet CM Siddaramaiah regarding shocking atrocities in Kalaburagi district.

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Karnataka government seeks relaxation of model of conduct to take up drought relief

The Karnataka government has appealed to the Election Commission of India (EC) to relax the model code of conduct (MCC) that is in force for the Lok Sabha election to enable it to start holding meetings to take up relief measures in drought-hit taluks.

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Why is BJP showing more interest in Neha murder case than Hassan sex scandal?: Priyank Kharge

Rural Development Minister criticizes BJP leaders for selective approach in violence against women cases, questioning their priorities.

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BJP criticised for misusing Kotnoor incident to project Congress as anti-Lingayat

Kalaburagi Congress leaders condemn BJP for misusing attack on Lingayat family, urge voters to examine track record before supporting.

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Implementation of Article 371(J) not possible without UPA govt. at Centre, says Priyank Kharge

Rural Development and Panchayat Raj Minister Priyank Kharge has said that if there was no Congress-led United Progressive Alliance government at the Centre, it was not possible to accord the special status to the Kalyana Karnataka region under Article 371(J) of the Constitution.

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Two people conspicuous by absence at Sirsi rally

Absentees at Modi rally in Sirsi, Hegde sulking over ticket denial, rumors of Hebbar joining Congress.

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Kharge hits back at Modi over mangalasutra remarks

AICC president Mallikarjun Kharge criticizes PM Modi's remarks, defends Congress' contributions, and challenges BJP's election promises in Kalaburagi.

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Malikayya Guttedar joins Congress once more

In a significant turn of events, Afzalpur political landscape witnessed a remarkable shift as former minister and BJP leader Malikayya Guttedar joined the Congress on Friday.

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BJP manifesto is a bundle of vague promises without any clarity on their implementation, says Priyank Kharge

Kalaburagi Minister criticizes BJP manifesto promises as vague, questioning Modi's unfulfilled guarantees and lack of implementation clarity.

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PM Modi should speak of his contribution to State, says Priyank Kharge

Rural Development Minister Priyank Kharge criticizes PM Modi's Karnataka visits, demands answers on drought relief and tax devolution.

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