Karnataka

Tragic accident in Karnataka: Bus fire kills 9 after sleeper bus collides with container lorry

Dec 25, 2025, 08:50 AM IST

The accident occurred in Chitradurga district on Thursday when the bus, travelling from Bengaluru to Gokarna, was hit head-on by a container lorry and immediately went up in flames, police said

Hate Speech Bill Sparks Chaos In Karnataka Assembly, Opposition Cries Free Speech Attack

Dec 19, 2025, 08:03 PM IST

Chaos erupted in the Karnataka assembly as the government passed the controversial Hate Speech and Hate Crimes Prevention Bill, 2025, amid fierce resistance from the opposition. The new law grants the state significant power to act against speech, written material, and digital content deemed to cause social disharmony, with penalties including up to seven years in jail and fines up to one lakh rupees. Defending the legislation, Karnataka's Home Minister stated, 'You can't hate people. That is why we have brought a law,' arguing it was necessary due to a rise in divisive statements leading to violence. The bill allows authorities to block online content while exempting artistic and academic works. Opposition legislators accused the government of throttling free speech and undermining constitutional rights, setting the stage for future legal and public battles over the law's implications.

Seagull carrying Chinese GPS device spotted on Karnataka coastline close to INS Kadamba

Dec 18, 2025, 10:13 AM IST

Residents noticed the unfamiliar device strapped to the bird near Timmakka Garden in the Uttara Kannada district and promptly informed the forest department’s marine wings

Vote Chori Row Escalates: Congress Hits Streets, BJP Calls It Political Drama

Dec 15, 2025, 04:12 PM IST

The debate over alleged “vote chori” continues to intensify. After heated exchanges in Parliament over the issue of SIR, the Congress party took its protest to the streets, holding a large rally at Delhi’s Ramlila Maidan. Several senior Congress leaders, including Rahul Gandhi, Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, Mallikarjun Kharge, Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar, were present at the rally. Congress claimed it has collected around six crore signatures against what it calls electoral manipulation, which it plans to submit to the President of India. The rally began from the Congress headquarters at Indira Bhawan. During the protest, Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi accused the RSS and the Election Commission of undermining democracy. The BJP hit back, calling the rally political drama and accusing Congress of poor governance. As the political confrontation deepens, the issue of electoral reforms remains at the centre of the ongoing war of words.

Karnataka Congress Power Play: Chair Wars, Sharp Taunts And BJP’s Theatre In The House

Dec 12, 2025, 06:32 PM IST

In Karnataka, the fight for the chair is no longer a quiet power struggle- it has turned into a full-blown political spectacle. With the Congress high command still silent on leadership clarity, the BJP has seized the moment, turning pressure into performance, first through viral memes, and now on the floor of the House. Sparks flew in the Legislative Council as the Opposition questioned Chief Minister Siddaramaiah’s grip on power, prompting a sharp, no-nonsense rebuttal from the CM himself. But the drama didn’t stop there. In the Assembly, all eyes were on Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar, whose unusually polite and conciliatory tone triggered sharp taunts from BJP MLAs. From poetic jibes to accusations of a carefully curated image makeover, the Opposition left no punch unthrown. As Congress waits for direction from the high command, the uncertainty continues fueling a political storm that shows no signs of settling.

JSW Energy shares end 5% higher, largest single-day gain since March; here’s why

Dec 12, 2025, 04:46 PM IST

The company plans to raise up to Rs 10,000 crore in one or more tranches through Qualified Institutions Placement (QIP) or other eligible securities.

JSW Energy shares rise 2% after firm signs PPA for 400 MW with Karnataka DISCOMs

Dec 12, 2025, 02:36 PM IST

The company’s portfolio continues to expand, with the total locked-in generation capacity now standing at 30.5 GW.

Prada to roll out kolhapuri chappals worth ₹84k crafted by desi artisans from Feb 2026. Details here

Dec 11, 2025, 04:26 PM IST

The company will invest several million euros in artisan training but does not plan further retail expansion in India for the next year.

Separated by IndiGo cancellation: Stranded newlyweds attend Hubballi reception via online

Dec 05, 2025, 02:38 PM IST

The couple had married on November 23 in Bhubaneswar, with a formal reception planned in the bride’s hometown on December 3. Tickets were booked well in advance: Bhubaneswar to Bengaluru, and then Bengaluru to Hubballi on December 2. But on Tuesday morning, the travel plan collapsed.

Breakfast Diplomacy: Siddu–DKS Deny Rift As CM Aspirations And High Command Signals Emerge

Dec 03, 2025, 01:55 PM IST

A high-stakes breakfast meeting between CM Siddaramaiah and DK Shivakumar took place at the Deputy CM’s residence, where the DK brothers welcomed the CM with flowers and a silk shawl. After breakfast and a brief home tour, both leaders denied any rift. Siddaramaiah acknowledged Shivakumar’s CM ambitions, even as sources say the high command has ruled out any change for now. BJP called the truce temporary as tensions persist within Congress.