Bengaluru / The Times of India
In Bengaluru's Byadarahalli area, five women pourakarmikas were allegedly abused and assaulted by a mother-son duo after refusing to clear a large pile of garbage. The incident resulted in injuries and led to an FIR being filed under multiple sections, including the SC and ST (Prevention of Atrocity) Amendment Ordinance-2014.
Tensions flared in Karnataka's Chitradurga, Davanagere, and Kolar due to Palestinian flags during Milad-ul-Nabi processions. Six arrests were made in Mangaluru for allegedly attacking a mosque. BJP leaders requested the government to involve NIA for a thorough investigation into these incidents, suspecting terror group sleeper cells and divisive elements' involvement.
The immersion ceremony was a poignant moment for devotees who spent the past few days celebrating Lord Ganesha
Kerur police in Bagalkot district have registered an FIR against 21 individuals following a complaint from Arjun Madar, a Dalit man who was allegedly assaulted for entering Dyamavva temple. Six suspects are currently in custody. Authorities are urging the community to maintain peace and harmony while the investigation continues.
Excessive rainfall has already caused a spike in vegetable prices, and now Karnataka is preparing for a potential increase in milk prices for the second time in three months. A proposal recommends a Rs 5 per litre hike to support farmers, pending approval from Chief Minister Siddaramaiah.
Union minister HD Kumaraswamy has alleged that CM Siddaramaiah illegally took over a site allocated to a disabled Dalit by Mysore Urban Development Authority, built a house on it, and later sold it to evade legal troubles. The Karnataka high court is currently considering related allegations against Siddaramaiah involving illegal allotment of sites.
Karnataka celebrated the International Day of Democracy by forming a historic 2,500-km-long human chain across all its districts. Chief Minister Siddaramaiah led the main event in Bengaluru. The initiative saw participation from diverse groups and aimed to plant 10 lakh saplings. A world record verifying team from London was present to document this massive event.
BJP MLA Muniratna Naidu was arrested by Bengaluru police for his alleged involvement in criminal activities such as casteist abuse and bribery. Detained near Kolar, he claims the audio evidence is doctored. The arrest has led to political reactions, with BJP issuing a notice and Congress demanding further action.