D. K. Shivakumar

Karnataka state development and political initiatives

7 clusters · 28 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Karnataka CM Shivakumar marks festivals and water project milestones

Karnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar has initiated several political and developmental efforts to advance state interests. Initially, Shivakumar organized a large-scale meeting in Delhi with over 70 Karnataka MPs to fo

Cauvery dispute: Water scarcity, dam protests, and legal aid

18 clusters · 66 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Karnataka Cauvery water appeal to be heard by Supreme Court on Sep 14

The Cauvery water-sharing dispute has intensified as farmer organizations in Tamil Nadu prepare for a five-day statewide protest beginning September 20. The Coordination Committee of All Farmers' Associations of Tamil Na

India SIR voter roll expansion and mass deletions

25 clusters · 60 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Karnataka delivers nearly 25 lakh notices for electoral roll revision

The Election Commission’s Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls continues across multiple states, with significant numbers of voters flagged for potential removal. In Karnataka, the enumeration deadline was

Investigation into Satish Jarkiholi's foreign assets

2 clusters · 23 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: Satish Jarkiholi under ED probe for alleged overseas investments

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has launched an investigation into Karnataka Public Works Department (PWD) Minister Satish Jarkiholi and his family regarding alleged violations of the Foreign Exchange Management Act (FE

BJP concludes Ballari Chalo padayatra in Karnataka

4 clusters · 15 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: BJP concludes 180km Padayatra with major rally in Ballari

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) initiated a 10-day, 170-km ‘Ballari Chalo’ padayatra in Karnataka to protest against the ruling Congress government. Led by State President B. Y. Vijayendra, the march began in Lingasugur

Bengaluru expands phased traffic restrictions on flyovers

3 clusters · 7 sources · last updated 6 days ago

Latest: Bengaluru implements phased traffic restrictions on major flyovers

The Bengaluru Traffic Police have expanded phased vehicle restrictions across five major flyovers and elevated corridors to improve road safety and reduce congestion. While restrictions on the BGS, Peenya, and Double Dec

Drought in Karnataka and relief disputes

3 clusters · 9 sources · last updated 8 days ago

Latest: Karnataka BJP accuses Congress government of drought relief discrimination

In Karnataka, the state government has declared 101 taluks as drought-hit based on the ‘Drought Management Manual–2020’. Of these, 89 taluks are facing severe drought conditions, while 12 are experiencing moderate drough

India-US diplomatic and economic engagement

8 clusters · 66 sources · last updated 8 days ago

Latest: US Ambassador Sergio Gor launches TRUST Fellowship to boost India-US tech ties

US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor has undertaken extensive diplomatic engagements to strengthen bilateral economic, technological, and strategic ties. During visits to Karnataka and Kerala, Gor focused on emerging techno

Congress protests nationwide over Haldwani ritual and FIR

10 clusters · 67 sources · last updated 9 days ago

Latest: Congress protests in Uttarakhand over Haldwani ‘purification’ controversy

The political controversy in Haldwani, Uttarakhand, has escalated into a nationwide movement. Following the August 8 ‘purification’ ritual at Ramlila Maidan—which occurred two days after a public rally by Congress Nation

Karnataka cloud seeding program and drought response

5 clusters · 17 sources · last updated 10 days ago

Latest: Karnataka CM launches drought relief and citizen-connect initiatives

To address a significant monsoon rainfall deficit, the Karnataka government has approved an emergency cloud seeding program. The initiative is expected to cost approximately Rs. 27 to 28.52 crore and will run for 60 days

Karnataka state administrative and welfare initiatives

3 clusters · 8 sources · last updated 10 days ago

Latest: Karnataka launches Prajaseva Andolana to address public grievances

The Karnataka state government has introduced several administrative and welfare initiatives. The Prajaseva campaign, now referred to as ‘Prajaseva Andolana’, was launched to address public grievances directly at the tal

Karnataka recruitment scam political dispute

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 12 days ago

Latest: Karnataka political leaders clash over recruitment scams and drought relief

A political dispute has emerged in Karnataka regarding alleged irregularities in the recruitment of Assistant Executive Engineers (AEE) Grade-1. Union Minister H. D. Kumaraswamy has accused Home Minister Priyank Kharge o

Karnataka political tensions over land and governance

2 clusters · 3 sources · last updated 14 days ago

Latest: DK Shivakumar addresses HD Kumaraswamy's allegations

In Karnataka, political tensions have escalated regarding land acquisition and farmer compensation. JD(S) leaders have criticized the administration, accusing the government of attempting to seize land and rejecting rece

Karnataka declares 101 talukas drought-affected

3 clusters · 15 sources · last updated 17 days ago

Latest: Karnataka declares 101 talukas drought-affected

The Karnataka government has officially declared 101 talukas as drought-affected following a comprehensive assessment of rainfall deficits and ground conditions. Between June 1 and August 26, the state recorded 465 mm of

Karnataka political dispute over RSS status

2 clusters · 25 sources · last updated 17 days ago

Latest: B. Nagendra resigns from Karnataka Cabinet amid Valmiki Corporation scam allegations

Political tensions in Karnataka have escalated between the state government and the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS). Karnataka Home Minister Priyank Kharge initiated a confrontation by questioning the RSS’s historical

Karnataka infrastructure and land acquisition disputes

5 clusters · 8 sources · last updated 20 days ago

Latest: Karnataka High Court restricts Bidadi Township project activities

Legal and administrative scrutiny over large-scale infrastructure and land acquisition projects in Karnataka has intensified. The Karnataka High Court previously quashed land acquisition proceedings for the Bengaluru-Mys

Tamil Nadu-Karnataka dispute over forest shooting

2 clusters · 24 sources · last updated 20 days ago

Latest: TTV Dhinakaran seeks Governor's intervention over alleged MLA horse-trading

A political dispute has emerged between Tamil Nadu and Karnataka following the deaths of three Tamil-origin men—identified as Anthony Sami, John Rose Peter, and Kumar—during an anti-poaching operation in the Cauvery Wild

Southern Indian states Zonal Council disputes

2 clusters · 18 sources · last updated 24 days ago

Latest: Southern Indian states remain divided over water disputes

During the 31st Southern Zonal Council meeting in Mahabalipuram, leaders from southern Indian states addressed several regional grievances, including delimitation of Lok Sabha seats, medical education, and inter-state wa

Karnataka technology and scientific development initiatives

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 24 days ago

Latest: Karnataka launches KEO AI computing device for government schools

The Karnataka government has initiated several programs to advance technology and scientific research within the state. In early August 2026, Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar inaugurated the 14th India Nano 2026 conference

Amit Shah regional security and administrative visits

3 clusters · 36 sources · last updated 24 days ago

Latest: Amit Shah chairs 31st Southern Zonal Council meeting

Union Home Minister Amit Shah has undertaken a series of high-level meetings and visits focused on regional security and administrative matters in India. Initially, Shah chaired the 31st Southern Zonal Council meeting in

Karnataka Minister B. Nagendra corruption allegations

3 clusters · 9 sources · last updated 25 days ago

Latest: B Nagendra permitted to travel within India by Karnataka High Court

Minister B. Nagendra is facing scrutiny regarding the alleged misappropriation of funds from the Maharshi Valmiki Scheduled Tribes Development Corporation. The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has investigated allegations th

Chamarajanagar forest encounter controversy

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 28 days ago

Latest: Hanur shootout: Leaders demand judicial inquiry into deaths

A fatal encounter involving forest department personnel in the Chamarajanagar district of Karnataka has led to political and community demands for accountability. The incident, which occurred in the Chikkalluru Reserved