News for 'Karnataka'

Ranji Trophy: 5-star Shami fires Bengal to victory

Ranji Trophy: 5-star Shami fires Bengal to victory

Rediff.com28 Oct 2025

Shami's five wickets on final day sets up fine win for Bengal over Gujarat in Ranji Trophy

Wake up at 4 am, eliminate 2 votes: Rahul's dig at EC

Wake up at 4 am, eliminate 2 votes: Rahul's dig at EC

Rediff.com19 Sep 2025

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Friday reiterated his 'vote chori' allegations and took a swipe at the Election Commission, calling it an 'election watchman' who 'stayed awake, watched the theft, and protected the thieves'.

S L Bhyrappa: The Journey Of A Unique Storyteller

S L Bhyrappa: The Journey Of A Unique Storyteller

Rediff.com1 Oct 2025

S L Bhyrappa, who passed into the ages last week, remains an enigma, with his clear and unwavering voice resonating through his writings. Standing apart from the literary trends over the course of the last fifty years, he succeeded in establishing his own style, sensibility and creative tradition, points out Shridhar C R.

How are you getting money? Cong questions RSS registration, funding sources

How are you getting money? Cong questions RSS registration, funding sources

Rediff.com22 Oct 2025

Karnataka Minister Priyank Kharge and Congress leader B K Hariprasad have raised concerns about the RSS not being a registered organization and questioned the sources of its funding, alleging that this lack of registration allows the RSS to evade government regulations. BJP leaders have defended the RSS, stating that registration is not mandatory for all organizations.

Row after Bangladesh national anthem sung at Cong event

Row after Bangladesh national anthem sung at Cong event

Rediff.com30 Oct 2025

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has instructed police to register a treason case against Congress leaders for allegedly singing the Bangladesh national anthem at a party meeting. The move has sparked controversy and accusations of disrespect towards India's national anthem.

Could The Kurnool Bus Tragedy Have Been Avoided?

Could The Kurnool Bus Tragedy Have Been Avoided?

Rediff.com30 Oct 2025

'This tragedy will not be the last -- you shall witness another tomorrow, perhaps another the day after, and increasingly more.'

SC reprimands Israeli businessman seeking to halt repatriation of daughters

SC reprimands Israeli businessman seeking to halt repatriation of daughters

Rediff.com7 Oct 2025

The Supreme Court reprimanded an Israeli businessman residing in India, questioning his presence in Goa while seeking to halt the repatriation of his two daughters and their Russian mother, who were rescued from a Karnataka forest.

HC stays K'taka order capping movie ticket prices at Rs 200

HC stays K'taka order capping movie ticket prices at Rs 200

Rediff.com23 Sep 2025

The Karnataka high court stayed enforcement of the Karnataka Cinemas (Regulation) (Amendment) Rules, 2025, which fixed a cap for movie ticket prices at Rs 200 across the state.

HC stays K'taka rule capping movie ticket prices at Rs 200

HC stays K'taka rule capping movie ticket prices at Rs 200

Rediff.com23 Sep 2025

The Karnataka High Court has stayed the enforcement of a rule that capped movie ticket prices at Rs 200 across the state, following a petition by the Multiplex Association of India and other cinema stakeholders.

Russian woman found living in Karnataka cave: Ex-husband wants...

Russian woman found living in Karnataka cave: Ex-husband wants...

Rediff.com16 Jul 2025

An Israeli man is seeking shared custody of his two daughters after his ex-wife, a Russian woman, was found living with them in a cave in Karnataka, India. He expresses concern about their well-being and access to them if they are deported to Russia.

SC refuses plea for SIT probe into Rahul's Bengaluru 'vote chori' charge

SC refuses plea for SIT probe into Rahul's Bengaluru 'vote chori' charge

Rediff.com13 Oct 2025

The Supreme Court declined to entertain a plea seeking a special investigation team (SIT) probe into alleged electoral roll manipulation in Bengaluru Central and other constituencies, advising the petitioner to approach the Election Commission of India.

Ranji Trophy: Mulani takes 5 as Mumbai crush HP

Ranji Trophy: Mulani takes 5 as Mumbai crush HP

Rediff.com10 Nov 2025

Left-arm spinner Shams Mulani returned a five-wicket haul as a dominant Mumbai crushed Himachal Pradesh by an innings and 120 runs.

Form 7 was misused by BJP to delete voters en masse: Kharge

Form 7 was misused by BJP to delete voters en masse: Kharge

Rediff.com18 Sep 2025

Karnataka Minister Priyank Kharge alleges that Form 7 was misused under the previous BJP government to delete voters 'en masse' ahead of the May 2023 Assembly polls. He claims a large-scale voter deletion attempt was made in the Aland constituency, targeting Congress supporters, especially Dalit and minority voters.

Ranji Trophy: Rahane, Tilak, Shami fail to fire

Ranji Trophy: Rahane, Tilak, Shami fail to fire

Rediff.com17 Oct 2025

Mumbai were bowled out for 181 in their second innings, setting J&K 243 runs to win the season-opening match.

Cough syrup deaths: Many states ban Coldrif; MP suspends officials

Cough syrup deaths: Many states ban Coldrif; MP suspends officials

Rediff.com7 Oct 2025

A special investigation team (SIT) has been formed in Madhya Pradesh to investigate the deaths of 14 children in Chhindwara, suspected to be linked to a toxic cough syrup. The investigation includes arrests, exhumations, and a ban on the implicated cough syrup.

Ola Electric founder booked after employee's suicide

Ola Electric founder booked after employee's suicide

Rediff.com20 Oct 2025

A case has been registered against the founder of Ola Electric and other senior officials following the suicide of an engineer who accused them of harassment and non-payment of dues.

Will remain CM for 5 yrs: Siddaramaiah amid 'takeover' buzz

Will remain CM for 5 yrs: Siddaramaiah amid 'takeover' buzz

Rediff.com1 Oct 2025

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah dismisses rumors of a change in leadership, asserting he will complete his full five-year term. His statement follows comments from Congress leaders suggesting Deputy CM D K Shivakumar would succeed him.

SC to hear plea on Banu Mushtaq inaugurating Mysuru Dasara

SC to hear plea on Banu Mushtaq inaugurating Mysuru Dasara

Rediff.com18 Sep 2025

The Supreme Court has agreed to hear a plea challenging the Karnataka government's decision to invite International Booker Prize winner Banu Mushtaq to inaugurate Mysuru Dasara this year. The controversy stems from allegations that Mushtaq made statements in the past that are perceived by some as "anti-Hindu" and "anti-Kannada".

HC declines to stop K'taka caste survey, directs confidentiality

HC declines to stop K'taka caste survey, directs confidentiality

Rediff.com26 Sep 2025

The Karnataka High Court declined to halt the state's socio-economic and educational survey (caste survey) but instructed the government to keep the collected data confidential and ensure participation is voluntary.

Vote deletion can't be done online: EC on Rahul charge

Vote deletion can't be done online: EC on Rahul charge

Rediff.com18 Sep 2025

The Election Commission has refuted allegations made by Congress leader Rahul Gandhi that CEC Gyanesh Kumar is protecting 'vote chors,' calling the claims incorrect and baseless.

Shaw, Saxena named in Maharashtra Ranji squad

Shaw, Saxena named in Maharashtra Ranji squad

Rediff.com9 Oct 2025

The squad also features India batter Ruturaj Gaikwad who has captained his state team in the past, while the selectors opted to go with experience, picking Pradeep Dadhe over Rajvardhan Hangargekar.

Opposition questions EC intentions behind electoral roll revision

Opposition questions EC intentions behind electoral roll revision

Rediff.com28 Oct 2025

Opposition parties are questioning the Election Commission's intentions behind the second phase of special intensive revision of electoral rolls in 12 states and Union Territories. The BJP has slammed the Congress and called the opposition a 'herd of dissatisfied souls'.

What India Plans to Focus On At COP30 Summit in Brazil

What India Plans to Focus On At COP30 Summit in Brazil

Rediff.com27 Oct 2025

'At COP30, the emphasis will be on unlocking climate finance, reinforcing the principle of common but differentiated responsibilities, and building resilience through inclusive transitions and the mainstreaming of adaptation.'

Potholes are everywhere, outside PM's house too: Shivakumar

Potholes are everywhere, outside PM's house too: Shivakumar

Rediff.com23 Sep 2025

'I want to tell big IT companies and others that such things (pothole issue) are everywhere, we are doing our job. It is there across the country, but we have a duty, we will do it'

Rahul's big claim: CEC Gyanesh Kumar protecting 'vote chors'

Rahul's big claim: CEC Gyanesh Kumar protecting 'vote chors'

Rediff.com18 Sep 2025

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi accused Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar of protecting individuals involved in voter deletion and election rigging, citing data from Karnataka and Maharashtra.

RSS route march denied nod in Priyank Kharge's constituency

RSS route march denied nod in Priyank Kharge's constituency

Rediff.com19 Oct 2025

Authorities in Chittapur, Karnataka, have denied permission for an RSS route march citing potential disruption of peace and law and order, amidst rising tensions and counter-protests.

Kamal Haasan's film to be banned in Karnataka if he doesn't apologise

Kamal Haasan's film to be banned in Karnataka if he doesn't apologise

Rediff.com30 May 2025

Karnataka Film Chamber of Commerce (KFCC) said on Thursday that it will not allow the release of Kamal Haasan's film Thug Life in Karnataka unless he issues a public apology by May 30 for his controversial remark about the Kannada language.

Will Cash Transfer Win Bihar For Modi?

Will Cash Transfer Win Bihar For Modi?

Rediff.com4 Nov 2025

If women voters are mobilised in big numbers to the voting booths on November 6 and 11 by the Nitish Kumar-led NDA, then it will be quite difficult for the Tejashwi Yadav-led Mahagathbandhan to defeat the incumbent government, points out Sheela Bhatt.

Arjun Tendulkar dismisses Samit Dravid!

Arjun Tendulkar dismisses Samit Dravid!

Rediff.com23 Sep 2025

Arjun Tendulkar dismisses Samit Dravid, repeats father's 22-year-old feat

Karnataka rolls out crowd control rules after Bengaluru stampede

Karnataka rolls out crowd control rules after Bengaluru stampede

Rediff.com1 Jul 2025

The SoP includes general principles, according to which, police responses must prioritise life safety, protection of rights, prevention of property damage, and de-escalation of potential conflicts.

Dowry crimes up by 14% in 2023, UP tops the list: NCRB

Dowry crimes up by 14% in 2023, UP tops the list: NCRB

Rediff.com1 Oct 2025

The National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) reports a 14% increase in dowry-related crimes in 2023, with over 15,000 cases and 6,100 deaths reported nationwide. Uttar Pradesh recorded the highest number of cases and deaths.

Three of a family drown, 4 missing in Maharashtra beach tragedy

Three of a family drown, 4 missing in Maharashtra beach tragedy

Rediff.com4 Oct 2025

Three members of a family drowned in the Arabian Sea in Sindhudurg district of Maharashtra during a picnic. Four others are missing. A 16-year-old girl was rescued.

BJP leader apologises for praising lawyer who hurled shoe at CJI

BJP leader apologises for praising lawyer who hurled shoe at CJI

Rediff.com8 Oct 2025

"Even if it is legally & terribly wrong, I admire your courage, at your age, to take a stand and live by it, irrespective of consequences," Rao said on Tuesday in a post on 'X'.

'Life Possesses No Value In Our System'

'Life Possesses No Value In Our System'

Rediff.com30 Oct 2025

'A bus driver should possess a comprehensive road plan: Toll plazas, major hospitals, road conditions, repairs, diversions, and dangerous areas.' 'Only through such preparation can we save lives.' 'Otherwise, simply sitting in the driver's seat and pressing the accelerator -- anyone can do that.'

India's next gen light up Ranji Trophy Day 1

India's next gen light up Ranji Trophy Day 1

Rediff.com25 Oct 2025

Vimal Khumar and Pradosh Ranjan Paul struck massive hundreds as Tamil Nadu piled up 399 for two against Nagaland on the opening day of their Ranji Trophy Elite Group A match in Dimapur on Saturday.

Karnataka Speaker revokes suspension of 18 BJP MLAs

Karnataka Speaker revokes suspension of 18 BJP MLAs

Rediff.com25 May 2025

The suspension of 18 Bharatiya Janata Party MLAs from the Karnataka Legislative assembly for six months has been revoked, Speaker U T Khader said on Sunday.

Maharashtra's Prithvi Shaw makes Mumbai pay with 100

Maharashtra's Prithvi Shaw makes Mumbai pay with 100

Rediff.com7 Oct 2025

Prithvi Shaw produced a statement innings - a commanding unbeaten century on Day 1 of their three-day practice match at the MCA Stadium in Gahunje, proving that a change in jersey hasn't dimmed his hunger or timing.

Kharge hospitalised, advised pacemaker to be implanted

Kharge hospitalised, advised pacemaker to be implanted

Rediff.com1 Oct 2025

According to party sources, the 83-year-old leader was admitted to the city's M S Ramaiah Hospital on Tuesday, and is being taken care by the doctors there.

'We Won't Be Silenced, We Won't Be Ignored'

'We Won't Be Silenced, We Won't Be Ignored'

Rediff.com31 Oct 2025

'Our politics is transparent -- it's about ensuring farmers don't die by suicide, about ensuring agriculture remains viable, about ensuring food security for the nation.' 'If that's politics, then yes, we do politics.'

Gift under Mohammedan law valid without written document: SC

Gift under Mohammedan law valid without written document: SC

Rediff.com7 Oct 2025

The Supreme Court of India has ruled that a gift (hiba) under Mohammedan Law is valid even without a written document, provided certain essential conditions are met.