The Tamil Nadu government has approached the Supreme Court seeking directions for Karnataka to release Cauvery water, accusing the neighboring state of ignoring orders from the Cauvery Water Management Authority and Cauvery Water Regulation Committee despite sufficient reservoir levels.
The Karnataka government is set to induct twenty new ministers in a major cabinet expansion, with the swearing-in ceremony expected on Monday at 4 pm. G S Patil has been chosen as the new speaker and A S Ponnanna as deputy speaker of the Karnataka Legislative Assembly.
Karnataka began releasing Cauvery water to Tamil Nadu following heavy rainfall in Kerala's Wayanad district, which increased inflows into the Kabini reservoir. This action follows a directive from the Cauvery Water Management Authority, despite ongoing drought threats and protests in Karnataka, with the Mekedatu project proposed as a long-term solution.
Karnataka BJP president BY Vijayendra wrote to Tamil Nadu CM Vijay, urging cooperation on the Cauvery water dispute and support for the Mekedatu reservoir project. This follows renewed tensions after CWMA directed Karnataka to release water, leading to protests and a Supreme Court plea by DMK.
The DMK has moved the Supreme Court, seeking directions for Karnataka to immediately release Cauvery water to Tamil Nadu, citing the 2018 verdict and CWMA's recent order for 3,500 cusecs daily for 15 days. Karnataka CM DK Shivakumar appealed to protesters to withdraw agitation, emphasizing compliance with judicial orders while protecting farmers' interests.
Karnataka has become the first Indian state to introduce a Permanent Residence Certificate (PRC), which is now accepted by the Election Commission of India for voter enrolment. The PRC serves as a standardized proof of ordinary residence within the state, issued by the Karnataka Revenue Department after verification.
Karnataka RERA has ordered a builder to provide promised amenities, including Cauvery water and electricity meters, within 90 days. The builder failed to deliver these for six years and must now transfer land Khata and common facilities to the homeowners' association, upholding the RERA Act's protection for homebuyers.
Union Minister Shobha Karandlaje alleges Karnataka is using permanent residence certificates to regularize illegal Bangladeshi immigrants, compromising national security and electoral integrity. She urged Home Minister Amit Shah to intervene.
Karnataka's Department of Higher Education has announced UUCMS 2026 semester results for UG and PG courses. Students can access digital marks cards on the UUCMS portal for programs like BA, B.Com, B.Sc, BBA, and M.Com.
Union Minister HD Kumaraswamy alleges the Karnataka government is using the forest department to claim 430 acres of HMT land, obstructing a revival package. He calls it interference with judicial proceedings and vows to challenge the order.
Anvay Dravid, son of Rahul Dravid, scored a rapid 87 off 67 balls to help India U-19 reach 285 against Sri Lanka A in the second Youth ODI in Hambantota. Arjun Rajput also contributed 76.
NDA leaders filed a complaint with Karnataka's Chief Electoral Officer alleging irregularities in the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. They demand a probe and door-to-door re-verification, accusing officials of disregarding process and potentially including illegal immigrants. CM Shivakumar denied interference, stating the government is raising awareness.
Karnataka government has instructed electricity supply companies (Escoms) to object to Tata Power's application for electricity distribution licenses in the state before the Karnataka Electricity Regulatory Commission (KERC). Chief Minister DK Shivakumar stated the government opposes private sector involvement in distribution.
A man from Uttara Kannada district is under police scanner for allegedly selling crude bombs to a jilted lover who died in an explosion in a cab. The deceased had purchased the bombs for Rs 600 from George Niklov Fernandes, whose father worked in a Sivakasi factory.
Karnataka Police have filed a case against five daycare workers at Capgemini's on-campus creche in Bengaluru for alleged physical assault, intimidation, and cruelty against children. The facility is temporarily closed, and Capgemini is cooperating with authorities.
Karnataka Industries Minister MB Patil has proposed a coach depot and an additional entry/exit gate for Vijayapura railway station to enhance rail connectivity. Discussions were held with Union Minister V Somanna, and letters sent to Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw. The former goods shed land is earmarked for the depot, aiming to create a maintenance hub and boost train operations for North Karnataka, including the upcoming Bengaluru-Vijayapura Vande Bharat Express.
Karnataka's government initiated a large-scale verification of free power scheme beneficiaries, seeking details like Aadhaar and PAN, to manage mounting subsidy costs and ensure eligibility. The Opposition BJP criticizes the move as a ploy to reduce beneficiaries amidst state financial strain.
A 30-year-old man, Nagendra, died in a car fire on a Karnataka highway, suspected of self-harm using explosives after allegedly attacking a woman, Ramya, who escaped with injuries.
A recent H1N1-related death in Karnataka highlights the ongoing threat of swine flu, with doctors emphasizing awareness, early treatment, and vaccination as key defenses, especially for vulnerable groups.
In Bagalkot, Karnataka, two boys were allegedly tied to a school's window and beaten with slippers and hands by locals after a cricket ball they were playing with accidentally hit a woman. Three individuals have been apprehended by the police.
B.K. Hariprasad took over as Karnataka Congress president at a convention, pledging to uphold democratic values and challenging the BJP/RSS for allegedly undermining the Constitution. Leaders emphasized unity for upcoming polls and national aspirations.
Karnataka CM DK Shivakumar urged Congress workers to act as help desks during the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls, warning that eligible voters could be excluded, potentially harming opposition parties. He called for vigilance to assist voters, especially migrant workers, in completing enumeration processes.
Karnataka BJP will hold a legislature party meeting at Dharmasthala to investigate alleged cross-voting by BJP MLAs in recent council elections. Party president B Y Vijayendra stated legislators may take an oath before Lord Manjunatha to reveal the truth, calling the act "betrayal".
The BJP's Karnataka unit plans to hold a legislature party meeting at Dharmasthala to identify MLAs who allegedly cross-voted for Congress in recent Legislative Council elections. State president B.Y. Vijayendra believes the deity will reveal the truth, following the Congress's clean sweep.
