The Supreme Court of India has reprimanded the Karnataka High Court for demanding an apology from actor Kamal Haasan over his controversial comments at the audio launch of his film ‘Thug Life’. The remarks—where Haasan said Kannada evolved from Tamil—had triggered backlash, leading to legal action and threats of a ban. A bench comprising Justices Read More…
Bengaluru: Bike taxi services in Karnataka will officially shut down from Monday, June 16, following a firm ruling by the Karnataka High Court. The Division Bench rejected pleas from Ola, Uber, and Rapido to stay a previous ban, effectively pulling the brakes on app-based two-wheeler taxi operations in the state. The Single Bench had earlier Read More…
Kerala and Karnataka have signed an agreement to transfer key animal species and share technical expertise for the development of Thrissur Zoological Park at Puthur — India’s first “designer zoo.” During a high-level meeting in Bengaluru, Kerala Forest Minister A.K. Saseendran and Karnataka Forest Minister Eshwar Khandre finalized the deal, which will bring iconic wildlife Read More…
Bengaluru – Veteran actor Kamal Haasan has taken legal action against the Karnataka Film Chamber of Commerce (KFCC) by filing a petition in the Karnataka High Court, challenging the ban on his highly anticipated film Thug Life. The ban was imposed following a heated controversy over his remarks on the origins of the Kannada language. Read More…
Bengaluru: In a major boost to India’s aerospace ambitions, Airbus and Tata Advanced Systems Ltd (TASL) are teaming up to establish the country’s first privately-owned helicopter assembly plant in Kolar, Karnataka. The facility will produce Airbus’s top-selling H125 helicopters, marking a significant milestone in India’s “Make in India” initiative. This Final Assembly Line (FAL) will Read More…
Bengaluru: The highly anticipated film Thug Life, starring Kamal Haasan and directed by Mani Ratnam, has hit a roadblock in Karnataka. The Karnataka Film Chamber of Commerce (KFCC) has officially banned the film’s release in the state, citing the actor’s controversial remarks about the Kannada language. During a promotional event, Kamal Haasan sparked outrage by Read More…
In the 121st episode of his monthly radio program ‘Mann Ki Baat’, Prime Minister Narendra Modi lauded India’s growing green innovations, sharing inspiring stories of agricultural transformation and environmental commitment across the country. One standout story the Prime Minister highlighted was that of Shail Teli from Karnataka, who has successfully ventured into apple cultivation — Read More…
Bengaluru: In anticipation of heavy passenger demand during Ugadi and Ramzan, the Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC) has announced the operation of 2,000 special buses from Bengaluru to various destinations across the state. The special services will be available from April 5 to April 12, catering to the festive rush. Major routes will include Read More…
Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar has urged pro-Kannada organizations to reconsider the statewide bandh scheduled for March 22, warning that it could severely disrupt ongoing SSLC (Class 10) examinations. The bandh, organized by Kannada activist Vatal Nagaraj and the Kannada Okkuta, is a response to the alleged assault on a state-run bus conductor in Read More…
Bengaluru: Milk prices in Karnataka are set to rise by ₹5 per litre following the state budget announcement. The Karnataka Milk Federation (KMF) has decided to implement the price hike, making it one of the biggest increases in the last three years. The decision comes in response to rising production costs, including higher fodder prices, Read More…