Hyderabad is India's worst-affected metro for groundwater depletion, with 26 zones critical or over-exploited. Telangana, Karnataka, and Maharashtra face severe water shortages and contamination, exacerbated by urbanization, poor recharge, and rainfall deficits. Punjab reports high uranium levels in groundwater.
Karnataka minister Priyank Kharge has written to RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat demanding detailed disclosures on the organization's legal status, finances, structure, and tax compliance, citing its vast influence and public mobilization.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman defended the Modi government's economic record against Rahul Gandhi's criticism, highlighting India's growth amid global challenges and accusing Gandhi of undermining national achievements. She cited poverty reduction, infrastructure development, and digital progress as key successes.
The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) will commence the KCET 2026 counselling web option entry process on June 13. This crucial step allows candidates to select and rank their preferred colleges and courses for engineering, pharmacy, and other professional programs. The process follows the release of the KCET 2026 verification slip.
A working paper by the Economic Advisory Council to the Prime Minister suggests increasing India's Lok Sabha seats from 543 to 824 by splitting large constituencies, aiming to raise voter turnout by 0.3-2.3 percentage points.
A 41-year-old woman in Karnataka's Davangere district was allegedly drugged and gang-raped by 10 men, who also filmed and photographed her. Police arrested all 10 accused after a video surfaced on WhatsApp, leading the survivor to file a complaint.
Congress shifts MLAs to Karnataka to prevent cross-voting in Rajya Sabha polls, alleging BJP poaching attempts with 'bags of notes'
Karnataka CM DK Shivakumar responds to Ramalinga Reddy's resignation over portfolio allocation, assures resolution, citing their close friendship and Reddy's commitment to staying in Congress.
Karnataka Minister Ramalinga Reddy resigned from the state Cabinet two days after taking oath, citing his decision was limited to his ministerial role, not his Congress party membership, which he has held for over 53 years.
Karnataka minister R Ramalinga Reddy quits, citing humiliation, as TMC faces post-split turmoil with rebel MLAs developing cold feet
Karnataka minister R Ramalinga Reddy resigned 2 days after taking oath, citing dissatisfaction with his allocated Water Resources portfolio, claiming he was promised Bengaluru Development, which went to Krishna Byre Gowda instead.
BJP excludes Union Ministers Ravneet Singh Bittu and George Kurian from its Rajya Sabha candidate list for June 18 polls, sparking rumors of a cabinet reshuffle. None of the outgoing RS MPs were renominated, with organisational functionaries and new faces chosen instead.
G Parameshwara's appointment as deputy CM in Karnataka's Congress government brings back memories of past power struggles within the party, particularly between him and CM DK Shivakumar, and previously with Siddaramaiah.
G Parameshwara's appointment as deputy CM in Karnataka's DK Shivakumar government recalls past Congress power struggles in the state. This move aims to balance caste and factional interests, pacifying Parameshwara, a prominent Dalit leader and former CM contender.
D K Shivakumar took oath as the 24th CM of Karnataka, with G Parameshwara as deputy CM. The new cabinet balances caste and regional dynamics, focusing on youth welfare with initiatives like free bus passes and a private job portal. No women were inducted in the initial phase.
Karnataka CM DK Shivakumar launched welfare and youth initiatives, including free bus passes for students and 10,000 youth clubs with Rs 10 lakh each. A private employment exchange will also be set up to improve employability and provide training.
DK Shivakumar was sworn in as the Chief Minister of Karnataka on Wednesday, along with 13 other Congress MLAs and leaders as ministers. G Parameshwara took oath as deputy chief minister. The new cabinet includes Priyank Kharge and Yathindra Siddaramaiah.
DK Shivakumar was sworn in as the new Chief Minister of Karnataka, with outgoing CM Siddaramaiah and top Congress leaders present. The ceremony marked an end to months of leadership speculation, with Siddaramaiah appointed to the Congress Working Committee.
D.K. Shivakumar, a seasoned Congress leader, was sworn in as Karnataka's new Chief Minister on Wednesday. The ceremony marked a significant moment for the party, fulfilling Shivakumar's long-held ambition and opening a new chapter for Congress in the state.
DK Shivakumar will be sworn in as the Chief Minister of Karnataka on Tuesday, with G Parameshwara as Deputy CM. A list of 14 leaders, including Yathindra Siddaramaiah, is expected to be part of the new cabinet. The ceremony will be administered by Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot.
Karnataka's new government is set to be sworn in today, with Chief Minister-designate D K Shivakumar and thirteen other ministers taking the oath administered by Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot. Senior leader G Parameshwara is expected to be the Deputy Chief Minister.
BJP Karnataka released an AI-generated video mocking Congress leader DK Shivakumar ahead of his Karnataka CM swearing-in, accusing the new government of neglecting farmers and Dalits. Shivakumar is set to be sworn in today.
DK Shivakumar will take oath as Chief Minister of Karnataka today, accompanied by a first batch of ministers. A second phase of cabinet expansion is planned after June 18, post-Rajya Sabha elections. Portfolio allocation will consider seniority and other factors, with the final list of ministers to be released today.
DK Shivakumar, set to be sworn in as Karnataka CM, will announce eight populist schemes focused on farmers and women. The move mirrors past welfare initiatives and aims to shape his government's policy direction.
