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Karnataka High Court quashes FIR against Sri Ravi Shankar on land encroachment allegations

There is not even an iota of allegation against the petitioner for land grabbing or encroachment, observes Justice M. Nagaprasanna

27 Mar 2026 8:50 pm
Operating licences also included in e-auction, alleges wine merchants federation

The e-auction of 579 licences which was expected to fetch the cash-starved government a minimum of 600 crore has been currently stayed by the Karnataka High Court.

27 Mar 2026 8:40 pm
No marks-based assessment for third language in SSLC exam

The Kannada Development Authority, Karnataka Rakshana Vedike, and other stakeholders have welcomed the governments decision

27 Mar 2026 8:23 pm
Karnataka bypolls: Congress rebel candidate retires from contest in Davangere South

Rebel candidate Sadiq Pahilwan announced that he would extend full support to Congress candidate Samarth Mallikarjun, son of Minister S.S. Mallikarjun

27 Mar 2026 8:19 pm
Chief Secretary reviews security arrangements ahead of IPL match

Defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) are set to take on Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in the opening encounter at M. Chinnaswamy stadium on March 28.

27 Mar 2026 8:19 pm
IPL matches: KSCA assures of free passes to legislators

Sources in Congress said the KSCA has already given a pass each to legislators for the March 28 match and assured them of providing one more pass.

27 Mar 2026 8:19 pm
BJP will again launch protest against Waqf Board notices, says Sriramulu

Governance under Siddaramaiah has collapsed completely, says Jagadish Shettar

27 Mar 2026 8:09 pm
I am opposed to MLAs asking tickets, says Vijayendra

When the gory tragedy (death of 11 people during RCB victory celebrations) is still green in our minds, it is insensitive to ask for tickets for ourselves, the BJP State president points out

27 Mar 2026 8:06 pm
Two jail staff, auto driver arrested for smuggling banned items into prison

The Dharwad Sub-Urban Police have taken action based on a complaint by Assistant Superintendent of Prison Nirmala

27 Mar 2026 7:48 pm
Unemployed youth stage protest in Kalaburagi over delay in filling govt. vacancies

They demand transparency in the recruitment process and a Central Bureau of Investigation probe to ensure fairness and accountability

27 Mar 2026 7:48 pm
Mandya accounted for 48.57% of communal violence cases in Karnataka since 2024

Home Minister G. Parameshwara stated in the Legislative Council on March 26 that the State recorded a total of 70 communal clashes between 2024 and 2026, including incidents during Ganesh Chaturthi processions

27 Mar 2026 7:38 pm
Performances, discussions mark World Theatre Day in Kalaburagi

The event at Rangayana features theatre music, an interactive session on theatre and a presentation of Ekatari folk compositions

27 Mar 2026 7:37 pm
Koppal district ready for Census 2027

The district administration has made all necessary preparations, says Deputy Commissioner and Principal Census Officer Suresh B. Itnal

27 Mar 2026 7:21 pm
Silver Elephant awardees Vishwanath, K.B. Gurumurthy feted

The felicitation held at VVCE in Mysuru was in recognition of their service in scouting

27 Mar 2026 7:17 pm
ASHAs take protest in Dharwad into third day

They are protesting against termination of their services in the name of rationalisation by the State govt.

27 Mar 2026 7:16 pm
Vets death highlights safety concerns, lack of basic facilities at Tyavarekoppa safari in Shivamogga

Sameeksha Reddys long-time friend and colleague goes on leave after the tragic incident. She has not made up her mind whether to return to duty or not

27 Mar 2026 7:06 pm
Acquire additional skills along with obtaining a degree, students told

Founder-director of Insights IAS Vinay Kumar G.B. says degrees alone cannot guarantee employment in a rapidly changing world

27 Mar 2026 6:51 pm
Toll hike of 13% across Karnataka highways; no increase for cars on key Bengaluru Airport stretch

The toll rates will be revised at 58 of the 69 toll plazas across the State starting from April 1, according to NHAI

27 Mar 2026 6:48 pm
1,200 police personnel, 140 buses deployed for grand Vairamudi procession in Melkote on Saturday

1,210 police personnel have been deployed to maintain law and order during the annual festival, scheduled from March 23 to April 4. The highlight, the Vairamudi crown procession, will take place on Saturday, says Mandya DC Kumar

27 Mar 2026 6:46 pm
59 school vehicle drivers booked for drunk driving in Bengaluru

Police officials said the violations pose a grave risk to children and other motorists on the road

27 Mar 2026 4:35 pm
Handicrafts mela at Kaneri mutt in Kolhapur

Over 200 artisans from 17 States expected to participate

27 Mar 2026 10:23 am
SSM College of Pharmacy and Research Centre in Vijayapura selected for NAIN programme to turn students into job providers

The college will establish a dedicated Innovation and incubation centre, providing students and faculty with resources, mentorship, and industry linkages to transform ideas into viable startups

27 Mar 2026 10:23 am
Minor detained for stabbing woman and her brother to death in Bengaluru

A 16-year-old boy allegedly stabbed a woman and her brother to death following a dispute linked to an alleged extramarital relationship in northwest Bengaluru

27 Mar 2026 12:48 am
Rolling back rights: Karnatakas gender minority communities question Trans Bill 2026

Karnataka has played asignificant role in shaping Indias gender minorities rights movement, with activists, lawyers and groupslaying thegroundwork. Shilpa Elizabeth talks to the community that feels TheTransgender Persons (Protection of Rights) AmendmentBill recently passed by Parliament undoes some of the gains of the struggle

26 Mar 2026 11:13 pm