Karnataka

Karnataka is experiencing intense summer heat, with Bengaluru recording 33–35°C. The IMD predicts pre-monsoon rains from March 11–14, bringing relief. Mango farmers worry as high temperatures cause flower drops. People turn to cold drinks and fruits, boosting sales, while markets see reduced footfall.

Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah condemned the Hampi rape incident involving an Israeli national and a homestay operator, directing swift police action while authorities continue their investigation.

The BJP has criticized Karnataka’s Budget as a "Halal Budget," alleging minority appeasement. Minister Priyank Kharge dismissed the claims, calling BJP’s leadership incompetent. Congress leaders defended the Budget, highlighting infrastructure investments. The Budget, exceeding ₹4 lakh crore, prioritizes growth while maintaining fiscal discipline.

BJP slams Karnataka Budget 2025, calling it a "Muslim League Budget," while opposition protests over minority allocations and fiscal policies.

Karnataka Budget 2025-26 prioritizes fiscal discipline, Bengaluru infrastructure, minority welfare, and economic growth with an expenditure of Rs 4.09 lakh crore.

Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah presented the 2025-26 budget, allocating Rs. 51,034 crores for guarantee schemes while ensuring fiscal discipline and economic growth.

The Kannada Development Authority (KDA) has urged the Karnataka CM to adopt a two-language policy, making Kannada and English mandatory while opposing Hindi imposition. The proposal highlights concerns over language burden and supports sub-regional languages like Tulu. Karnataka currently mandates Kannada as a second language.

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah while presenting the Budget claimed that the state government has maintained fiscal deficit of the state for the financial year 2025-26.The total expenditure estimated for the financial year 2025-26 is Rs.4,09,549 crores which includes revenue expenditure of Rs. 3,11,739 crores, capital botem expenditure of Rs. 71,336 crores and loan repayment of Rs. 26,474 crores.The Karnataka government in this Budget has given priority to basic infrastructure in Bengaluru city and announced measures to battle traffic congestion in the city.

A minor girl in Uttara Kannada gave birth, revealing a shocking case of sexual assault. The accused, Girish Durgappa Bhovi (20), allegedly threatened and abused her multiple times. Doctors alerted the police after discovering her pregnancy. A POCSO case has been filed, and investigations continue.