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Karnataka government plans new Excise Act to curb illegal sale of liquor

Excise Minister R.B. Thimmapur informed the Legislative Assembly that the government is considering revising the Karnataka Excise Act, 1965, and introducing a new law to curb the illegal sale of liquor

17 Mar 2026 11:34 pm
There are some problems in supply of certain drugs only at primary health centres: Karnataka Health Minister

Acknowledging that there were some problems related to the supply of certain medicines at primary health centres in the State, Health and Family Welfare Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao, however, told the Legislative Council that the drugs were not in short supply at State-run hospitals at the district and the taluk level

17 Mar 2026 11:29 pm
Karnataka High Court refuses to quash rape case against government school teacher for repeated abuse and blackmail of colleague

The allegations made in the complaint and the charge-sheet depict not consent but submission extracted under duress and that the petitioner must face a full-fledged trial, said Justice M. Nagaprasanna

17 Mar 2026 9:19 pm
Bengaluru receives first pre-monsoon showers

IMD officials said that the city will continue to receive light rainfall for the next two to three days

17 Mar 2026 8:27 pm
Showers bring down soaring temperature in twin cities

Residents of Hubballi-Dharwad and various taluks in Dharwad district get a respite

17 Mar 2026 8:19 pm
Seven arrested in money doubling racket

Two police personnel from Maharashtra are also said to be involved in the crime

17 Mar 2026 8:04 pm
39,349 students to appear for SSLC exam in Mysuru district

All necessary arrangements have been made at 136 examination centres, including 43 centres in Mysuru city alone

17 Mar 2026 7:58 pm
Bhim Army youth wing chief booked for offensive posts

The police have registered a suo motu case against Santosh Pala for hurting religious sentiments through offensive posts on social media

17 Mar 2026 7:58 pm
Truck driver killed on the spot, six injured in road accident

A tanker carrying milk, a truck and a motorcycle were involved in the road accident near Hanchinal camp in Sindhanur taluk

17 Mar 2026 7:48 pm
DC urges students to imbibe Kannada poet Pu.Ti.Na.s values

Despite being an agrarian district, Mandyas literary contributions are notable, says Deputy Commissioner at the 121st birth anniversary of noted Kannada poet Purohit Thirunarayana Narasimhachar

17 Mar 2026 7:44 pm
BJP members allege rampant corruption in building plan approvals, issuing e-khatas in Bengaluru

BJP members representing Bengaluru alleged rampant corruption in building plan approvals, issuance of e-khatas, construction of retaining walls along storm-water drains (rajakaluves), and property tax collection by civic bodies under the Greater Bengaluru Authority

17 Mar 2026 7:38 pm
JSM says Hard Rock Cafes in India will remain open

Florida-based Hard Rock Cafe International on March 16 said it was closing down 10 of its cafes

17 Mar 2026 7:38 pm
New Belagavi Mayor, Deputy Mayor to be chosen today

The BJP, which is sure to win both the posts, has issued a whip to all its members to be present for the elections expected to be unanimous

17 Mar 2026 7:38 pm
DSS favours deferring internal quota until issues involved are resolved

The Dalit Sangharsh Samiti has urged the State government to continue with the earlier reservation system to avoid disruptions in recruitment

17 Mar 2026 7:24 pm
Sunil Bose seeks revival of stalled railway projects of Chamarajanagar

The MP urges the government to strengthen the railway network in the region for the benefit of the common people

17 Mar 2026 7:23 pm
More than 700 drone flights completed during medical logistics pilot connecting Chandapura and E-City

Operating since January 2026, the 4-km aerial route is completed in 10 minutes.

17 Mar 2026 7:18 pm
ARAI officials visit site in Mandya to set up proposed testing centre

The three-member team is expected to submit its report in 20 days after which a technical team will visit the land for further evaluation

17 Mar 2026 7:18 pm
Shivamogga DC instructs officials to take measures to avoid KFD infections

The DC directs health officials to maintain strict surveillance in the Malnad region, particularly in hotspots where monkey deaths have been reported

17 Mar 2026 7:18 pm
Samiti to organise Amar Balidan Divas in Varanasi onMarch 23

Jai Bharat Mata Seva Samiti will take out a procession from Lad Chincholi to commemorate the martyrdom of Bhagat Singh, Sukhdev and Rajguru

17 Mar 2026 7:18 pm
Farmers threaten to resume agitation if sugarcane arrears are not paid in time

State govt. should strictly enforce the 15 days rule for arrears clearance, they say

17 Mar 2026 7:04 pm
Hoysala team saves bike taxi rider from ending his life

Head Constable Sridhar Murthy found the man lying on the track after having allegedly consumed alcohol. He quickly pulled him to safety, preventing a potential tragedy.

17 Mar 2026 7:04 pm
Many hotels, restaurants may soon shutdown in Mysuru if LPG supply is not restored immediately

The situation has turned critical, as distributors have failed to supply the required LPG despite repeated appeals, says Hotel Owners Association president Narayana Gowda

17 Mar 2026 6:59 pm
Kodagu: No shortage of domestic LPG

The administration has warned of strict legal action against hoarding or illegal sale of LPG cylinders under relevant laws, including the Essential Commodities Act

17 Mar 2026 6:58 pm
Techie duped of 14.6 lakh in credit card fraud

The victim approached the Whitefield Cyber Crime Police Station and lodged a complaint, upon which the police registered a case against the unknown persons.

17 Mar 2026 6:56 pm
Preparations under way for Raichur City Corporation Budget

The Corporation Commissioner has sought suggestions from stakeholders, including organisations and political leaders, in view of the preparations being made for the Budget for 2026-27

17 Mar 2026 6:51 pm
Exclusion of Kannada language: Railway recruitment exam postponed after protests by Karnataka Rakshana Vedike

The organisation has been opposing the exclusion of the regional language, arguing that it disadvantages local candidates and limits their participation in the recruitment process.

17 Mar 2026 6:15 pm
Clean Kodagu-Beautiful Kodagu campaign held across Kodagu district

The campaign covered several major pilgrimage centres and tourist locations, including Talacauvery, Omkareshwara Temple, and Bhagamandala

17 Mar 2026 5:51 pm