Tag: Karnataka Government

The Karnataka state government has set up a seven-member cabinet sub-committee to review the progress of the long-delayed Bengaluru-Mysuru Expressway project and suggest necessary legal actions. The move comes after decades of stalled work and multiple legal and land acquisition hurdles that have hindered the project's completion.

Bengaluru’s GT Mall is facing a seven-day closure order from the Karnataka government following an incident where an elderly farmer was denied entry for wearing a dhoti. The decision was announced by Karnataka Urban Development Minister Byrathi Suresh during the ongoing assembly session, citing strict action against the mall management for their discriminatory policy.

In the midst of a heated controversy surrounding an alleged land scam by the Mysuru Urban Development Authority (MUDA), the Karnataka government has transferred Mysuru Deputy Commissioner K V Rajendra. This move comes after senior BJP leader R Ashoka accused Rajendra of repeatedly highlighting improper allotment of alternative sites to land losers under a "50:50 ratio" scheme.

As Bengaluru grapples with a severe water crisis, the Karnataka government has taken decisive steps to regulate the prices of water tankers in the city. Following numerous complaints of exorbitant prices, the district administration has introduced price caps based on the quantity of water and the distance of delivery.

The water crisis in Bengaluru has reached alarming levels, with approximately 3,000 borewells drying up and private water tankers exploiting the scarcity by charging exorbitant prices ranging from ₹500 to ₹2,000 per tanker. As residents struggle to cope with the severe shortage, the Karnataka government has initiated measures to address the grim situation.

The serene ambiance of Cubbon Park, often referred to as the 'lungs of Bengaluru', has been disrupted by the echoes of protests as hundreds gathered today to oppose the Karnataka government's controversial plan to construct a 10-storey building as an annex to the High Court within the cherished green expanse of the public park.

In a heated debate surrounding religious attire in educational institutions, Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah's recent statement on considering the withdrawal of the hijab ban has sparked a flurry of reactions across the political spectrum.

The Karnataka government has taken proactive measures to combat the emerging threat of the JN.1 variant of Covid-19 by forming a specialized cabinet sub-committee. This sub-committee is set to collaborate closely with the existing Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) in an effort to efficiently manage and contain the spread of the new variant within the state.

The Election Commission bars Karnataka government ads in Telangana ahead of the assembly polls, responding to complaints from BJP and TRS. The ban follows allegations of misuse of public funds by Congress, raising concerns about fair play in the elections.

The Karnataka government has issued a ban on carpooling in Bengaluru, citing complaints from taxi driver associations. Those found operating carpooling services could face fines ranging from ₹5,000 to ₹10,000. The move has sparked controversy as carpooling was a popular way to reduce traffic congestion in the city.