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During a session in the Legislative Assembly, IT and BT Minister Priyank Kharge revealed that the state is studying models from countries like Australia, Finland, and the UK, which have already moved toward banning or strictly regulating social media for minors.

Karnataka govt mulls social media ban for kids

January 30, 2026, 05:20 PM - 3 min read

The discussion was sparked by veteran Bharatiya Janata Party MLA S Suresh Kumar, who urged the government to set aside partisan bickering and tackle the "digital crisis" facing families.

Karnataka State Contractors' Association (KSCA) President R Manjunath (left) and CM Siddaramaiah.

'Do not provoke us': K'taka contractors to Siddaramaiah

January 30, 2026, 02:22 PM - 3 min read

The group is now planning to take its grievances beyond the state borders, seeking intervention from top Congress leaders Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge, as well as Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot.

K'taka asks employees to wear Khadi monthly

January 29, 2026, 07:21 PM - 2 min read

“The Khadi industry and our weavers are facing difficulties. In response to the government’s appeal, employees have agreed to extend their support,” he said.

Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah and Deputy CM DK Shivakumar joined by AICC General Secretary Randeep Singh Surjewala and a sea of party workers participated in "Raj Bhavan Chalo" march against MGNREGA repeal.

MGNREGA repeal: K'taka CM, DCM lead 'Raj Bhavan chalo' protest

January 27, 2026, 04:15 PM - 3 min read

Siddaramaiah didn't pull any punches during his address, specifically calling out the naming of the new act. He clarified that the 'RAM' in the new scheme has nothing to do with divinity but stands for "Viksit Bharat Guarantee for Rozgar and Aajivika Mission."

After fight, Bengaluru man crashes car to kill friend

January 27, 2026, 01:28 PM - 2 min read

According to the police, Roshan deliberately drove the SUV at high speed with the intention of hitting his friend.

Wine merchants accuse K'taka govt of ₹6,000-crore excise scam

January 27, 2026, 12:45 PM - 2 min read

Excise Minister RB Timmapur has dismissed the claims as baseless, challenged the association to produce concrete evidence, and promised to address the matter formally on the floor of the House.

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar - file image.

K'taka Cong to hold 'Raj Bhavan Chalo' protest: Shivakumar

January 26, 2026, 03:08 PM - 3 min read

Shivakumar did not hold back, accusing the Centre of trying to dismantle a constitutional right that has served rural India for two decades.

World views India through Bengaluru, says Shivakumar

January 25, 2026, 06:15 PM - 3 min read

Reflecting on the summit, Shivakumar noted that the competition was stiff, with ten Indian states and 65 countries vying for attention.

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah - file image.

HD Revanna arrested as per law: Siddaramaiah

January 25, 2026, 04:54 PM - 3 min read

The CM also brushed off "fixing" allegations, specifically rumours that officials were bribed to target Revanna.

Naidu’s VB-G RAM G Act concerns significant, says Siddaramaiah

January 24, 2026, 06:37 PM - 2 min read

Siddaramaiah didn't hold back in pointing out the irony, noting that when Congress-led states like Karnataka raised these exact same concerns months ago, they were dismissed as mere political noise.

For years, the status of bike taxis in Karnataka has been a point of heavy contention, often leading to clashes between bike riders and traditional auto-rickshaw unions.

Karnataka HC lifts ban on bike taxis

January 23, 2026, 05:28 PM - 2 min read

Karnataka Transport Minister Ramalinga Reddy, while acknowledging the ruling, remained cautious. He told reporters that he is yet to receive the full text of the judgement.

Dr Ramachandra Rao, father of gold smuggling accused Ranya Rao, in a series of intimate encounters inside his official chamber.

K’taka Women’s Commission seeks action against Ramachandra Rao

January 20, 2026, 04:24 PM - 2 min read

In urgent letters sent to the Chief Secretary and the state’s top police leadership on Monday night, the Commission expressed deep alarm over the visuals.