Vijay Hazare Trophy: Kohli, Rohit, Suryavanshi smash centuries; Karnataka and Bengal complete big chases
New Delhi, Dec 24 (IANS) Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, and Vaibhav Suryavanshi, along with Ishan Kishan and Devdutt Padikkal, smashed centuries to benefit their respective teams in Round One of the Vijay Hazare Trophy 2025/26 Season on Wednesday. It was a day on which a record 22 individual centuries were scored on the opening day […]
K’taka: Gruha Lakhsmi scheme beneficiaries share pain over ‘stalled’ funds
Bengaluru, Dec 23 (IANS) Gruha Lakshmi scheme is one of the flagship schemes of the Karnataka government, aimed at empowering women by providing financial assistance to female heads of households; however, the default in payment for months has left the beneficiaries high and dry. Under the scheme, a monthly financial aid of Rs 2,000/- is […]
Sitharaman launches project to develop AI, STEM & robotics labs in govt schools in Karnataka
New Delhi, Dec 20 (IANS) Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Saturday launched a Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) project to develop five Artificial Intelligence, STEM, and robotics labs in government schools in Karnataka. The Minister launched Cyient AI Labs (CyAILS) — ‘VijAIpatha’, a CSR-led national initiative to democratise access to Artificial Intelligence, STEM, and robotics education […]
Crime rate declined significantly in 2025: K’taka Home Minister
Belagavi, Dec 19 (IANS) Karnataka Home Minister G. Parameshwara informed the state Assembly on Friday that the crime rate in the state has declined significantly in 2025. “Cases of murder, robbery, dacoity, assault, rioting, rape and crimes against women saw a significant decline this year as compared to previous years,” said Parameshwara while addressing the […]
‘Do not try to threaten me’: Karnataka BJP chief Vijayendra tells Dy CM Shivakumar
Belagavi, Dec 18 (IANS) Commenting strongly on the remark by the Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister and State Congress President D.K. Shivakumar that the State BJP President and MLA B.Y. Vijayendra is a “collection king” and that he had brought disrepute to his father and former Chief Minister B.S. Yediyurappa, BJP leader Vijayendra on Thursday warned […]
K’taka minister Krishna Byregowda accused of corruption, land encroachment; BJP demands resignation
Belagavi, Dec 17 (IANS) The Karnataka BJP on Wednesday accused Revenue Minister Krishna Byregowda of land encroachment and corruption and demanded his resignation. The party also released documents and videos in support of its allegations. BJP workers staged protests at the Byatarayanapura Assembly constituency in Bengaluru against Minister Byregowda, alleging that he had grabbed 21 […]
PRESIDENT MURMU TO TOUR SOUTH INDIA FROM DEC 16 TO22
Hyderabad, Dec.15 (RAHNUMA): Hyderabad / New Delhi, December 15: President of India Smt Droupadi Murmu will undertake a week-long visit to Karnataka, Tamil Nadu and Telangana from December 16 to 22, 2025. The President will begin her tour on December 16 by inaugurating the 1066th Jayanthi celebrations of Adi Jagadguru Sri Shivarathreeshwara Shivayogi Mahaswamiji at Malavalli […]
Karnataka: Belagavi hosts state-level exhibition showcasing women’s self-help group products
Belagavi (Karnataka), Dec 12 (IANS) Belagavi was buzzing with excitement as Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah inaugurated a grand state-level exhibition and sales outlets at the historic Sardar Maidan. Organised by the Department of Skill Development, Entrepreneurship and Livelihood, the event turned into a lively celebration of creativity, culture, and women’s empowerment. Brightly decorated stalls stretched […]
‘Stop dodging questions on luxury watches’: K’taka BJP to CM Siddaramaiah, Dy CM Shivakumar
Bengaluru, Dec 4 (IANS) Slamming Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar for wearing expensive watches, the Karnataka BJP on Thursday questioned why both leaders divert the topic when asked about their luxury timepieces, further asking whether the watches were purchased or if they were stolen goods. Speaking at a press conference at […]
No intention of meeting high command: Karnataka Deputy CM Shivakumar on Delhi visit
New Delhi, Dec 3 (IANS) Amid the leadership tussle, Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister and State Congress President D.K. Shivakumar on Wednesday clarified that he had no intention of meeting the party high command during his visit to Delhi. “Our leaders are currently busy with the Parliament session. I do not want to trouble them at […]
