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Karnataka HC judge recuses from hearing gig worker welfare law petitions

Justice Suraj Govindaraj recused himself from hearing petitions challenging Karnataka's gig worker law due to a potential conflict of interest. The law, aimed at providing social security, is contested by industry bodies like IAMAI and platform aggregators. They argue it conflicts with national legislation and raises concerns about duplicate financial…

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Without a wedding planner, this family hosted a zero-waste wedding for 600 guests using farm-grown décor, steel cutlery and composting

A family in Karnataka hosted a spectacular zero-waste wedding for over 600 guests, proving that grand celebrations can be environmentally conscious. They utilized farm-sourced decorations, eschewed disposable cutlery for steel and banana leaves, composted all food waste, and offered reusable return gifts. This thoughtful planning demonstrated that large Indian weddings…

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Weather Tomorrow July 1: IMD issues rain alert for Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Kerala, Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand; predicts thunderstorms across several states. Full forecast here

Weather Tomorrow: India braces for active weather as the monsoon advances north. Rain, thunderstorms, and gusty winds are forecast across multiple states, with yellow alerts issued for Delhi, Himachal Pradesh, and Kerala. Temperatures are expected to drop in northwest India, offering relief from the heat. Residents are urged to stay…

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Election Commission starts SIR voter list verification in Delhi, Maharashtra, Karnataka, Meghalaya and Jharkhand: Important FAQs and what happens if you're not at home?

The Election Commission of India has initiated a Special Intensive Revision of voter rolls across Delhi, Maharashtra, Karnataka, Meghalaya, and Jharkhand. Booth Level Officers are conducting door-to-door verification to update electoral data, ensuring accuracy by identifying eligible voters and removing ineligible entries. This crucial exercise aims to maintain clean voter…

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SIR forms to reach all voters, mapped or unmapped: Karnataka Chief Electoral Officer

Karnataka's Chief Electoral Officer has initiated a door-to-door drive to distribute voter enumeration forms across the state, urging citizens to return them by July 29. The process aims to update electoral rolls, with forms being delivered even to unmapped voters. No documents are required at this stage, and photograph submission…

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Suzlon bags 105 MW wind energy project from Sunsure Energy

Suzlon has landed a significant 105 MW wind energy order from Sunsure Energy, marking a major milestone with its new S175 turbines, India's tallest and most powerful. This deal, for 21 advanced turbines in Karnataka, underscores a growing partnership, now totaling over 400 MW. The S175's innovative design promises enhanced…

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Electoral roll: Door-to-door SIR exercise starts in Karnataka

Karnataka has launched a door-to-door house enumeration for electoral roll purification, aiming for a flawless voter list. The state government has also notified comprehensive guidelines for issuing Permanent Residence Certificates (PRCs), establishing a uniform and transparent mechanism. Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar urged all eligible voters to participate, warning of potential…

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Sadananda Gowda declines to comment on audio discussing removal of Karnataka BJP chief Vijayendra

Former Karnataka CM D V Sadananda Gowda refused to comment on a leaked audio allegedly discussing the removal of BJP state president B Y Vijayendra. Gowda questioned the audio's authenticity, suggesting it might be AI-generated or a smear campaign by "Payment TV channels."

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Platforms, IAMAI move Karnataka HC against gig workers welfare law

The petitions come after the state government did not respond to IAMAI's request to defer the levy of the gig workers' welfare fee until the Centre and the state evolve a mechanism to offset contributions under their respective laws, and notify specific welfare schemes for gig workers.

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No smartphones, internet or AI: This Karnataka boy from Chikkamagaluru, who learnt about space from encyclopaedias, now sends advanced satellites into orbit

A Karnataka village boy, Awais Ahmed, once reliant on encyclopedias for space knowledge, co-founded Pixxel, a company now orbiting Earth with its advanced satellites. This venture, born from childhood curiosity and a gap in satellite data, monitors vital environmental changes like crop health and pollution. Pixxel's innovative hyperspectral imaging technology…

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Tata Motors, Castrol join hands to advance used oil circularity across the lubricant value chain

Tata Motors and Castrol India have partnered to launch a pilot program for used oil recycling in Karnataka. This initiative aims to create a traceable system for collecting and processing used engine oil from Tata Motors' service centers, addressing a critical environmental concern. The collaboration seeks to establish a scalable…

The Economic Times

CM Mohan Yadav 'mastermind' behind Madhya Pradesh land scam: Congress

The Congress has accused Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav of orchestrating a significant land scam for personal enrichment. Party leaders are demanding his resignation and a judicial probe, questioning his silence on allegations of acquiring vast tracts of land in Ujjain. Meanwhile, the BJP has retaliated by accusing Congress…

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Mallikarjun Kharge takes oath as member of Rajya Sabha

Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge has taken his oath as a Rajya Sabha member after his successful re-election from Karnataka. He was among four candidates, including three from Congress and one BJP nominee, declared elected unopposed to fill the four vacant seats from the state. The terms of the outgoing members,…

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BK Hariprasad demands Rajnath Singh's resignation, says accountability cannot be avoided for "misleading" Parliament on Op Sindoor

Karnataka Congress chief BK Hariprasad has demanded Defence Minister Rajnath Singh's resignation, citing a "serious contradiction" regarding "Operation Sindoor." Hariprasad claims Singh previously stated no soldiers died in the operation, yet their names are now etched at the National War Memorial. The Defence Ministry clarified that the nation honored the…

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'Pan masala, gutka will be banned if even traces of intoxicants found': Karnataka CM DK Shivakumar

Karnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar has issued a strong warning against the sale of pan masala and gutka mixed with intoxicating substances, threatening a complete ban if such practices continue. Speaking at the Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences' Foundation Day, he reiterated the state's commitment to becoming drug-free and…

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RSS registration row: What history tells us

More than fifty years ago, one man posed a question that Karnataka Home Minister Priyank Kharge is asking today.

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BJP rakes up Waqf land row, alleges 'appeasement politics' threatening farmers' livelihood

Senior BJP leader R Ashoka has accused the Karnataka government of appeasement politics, alleging that Waqf references are being entered into farmers' land records, threatening their livelihoods. He claims over 1.8 lakh farmers' land records have been affected, with the process potentially extending to three lakh RTCs across 31 districts.…

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Vice President Radhakrishnan urges collective action to build drug-free India

Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan has called for a nationwide, collaborative effort to combat substance abuse, emphasizing the crucial roles of educational institutions, families, and law enforcement. He highlighted that a drug-free India requires individual commitment, spreading awareness across campuses and communities.

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Karnataka CM Shivakumar warns of ban on pan masala, gutka containing narcotic substances

Karnataka Chief Minister D K Shivakumar has vowed to ban pan masala and gutka if found laced with intoxicating substances, warning manufacturers of strict action. Addressing a conclave, he urged students and healthcare professionals to champion a drug-free state, emphasizing the growing threat of addiction among youth. The government is…

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Telangana govt considering moving SC against VB G RAM G Act: Minister

Telangana's Irrigation Minister N Uttam Kumar Reddy revealed the state government is considering a Supreme Court challenge against the new VB G RAM G Act, replacing MGNREGA. A cabinet sub-committee is exploring joint legal action with Karnataka and Kerala. The government aims to protect states' powers and finances, with a…

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Weather tomorrow June 28: IMD issues heavy rain alert for Assam, Bihar, Tamil Nadu, Odisha, Kerala and Telangana; Delhi-NCR to see thunderstorms & gusty winds, heatwave warning for UP

Weather tomorrow: Widespread rainfall is forecast across India on Sunday, June 28, with heavy to extremely heavy downpours expected in eastern, northeastern, western, and southern regions. Thunderstorms and gusty winds will sweep through many states. Meanwhile, parts of Uttar Pradesh remain under a heatwave alert despite the advancing monsoon. The…

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Karnataka CM Shivakumar backs vertical growth for Bengaluru, unveils Rs 1.25 lakh crore plan

Karnataka Chief Minister D K Shivakumar unveiled a Rs 1.25 lakh crore development plan for Bengaluru, advocating for vertical growth to accommodate its expanding population. He emphasized digitizing property records through the e-Khata system to provide legal assurance to owners.

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Weather Tomorrow June 27: IMD sounds heavy rain alert for Kerala, Karnataka, Odisha, Gujarat and Assam; thunderstorms in Delhi, Chandigarh; severe heatwave to continue in Uttar Pradesh

Weather Tomorrow June 27: According to IMD, heavy to very heavy monsoon rains lash the west, south, east, and Northeast, parts of Uttar Pradesh endure severe heatwave conditions. Delhi, Haryana, Punjab, and Rajasthan anticipate thunderstorms. Hill states like Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand are under a rain watch, with potential for…

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5 Beautiful Indian Place Still Unknown to Most Travelers?

We've all done it searched for the "best places to visit in India" and ended up seeing the same destinations again and again. While those places are popular for a reason, they often come with packed streets, long queues and endless crowds. But what if your most memorable trip isn't…

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Weather Today (June 26, 2026): IMD issues rain alert for Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Gujarat, Maharashtra, Goa, UP and 15 more states as southwest monsoon advances

Weather Today (June 26, 2026): Widespread rainfall is forecast across India as the Southwest Monsoon advances, bringing heavy to extremely heavy showers to several states. Thunderstorms and gusty winds are also expected in many regions. Meanwhile, heatwave conditions will persist in parts of eastern and northern India, with maximum temperatures…

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