BENGALURU: Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar has rejected BJP and JD(S) demands to remove Minister B. Nagendra from the Cabinet, defending his decision to bring the Ballari Rural MLA back into the ministry. The Opposition has disrupted proceedings in the Karnataka legislature while demanding Nagendra’s resignation over allegations linked to the Maharshi Valmiki Scheduled Tribes Development Corporation case. Shivakumar Defends Nagendra’s Return To Karnataka Cabinet

BENGALURU: Karnataka’s Food Safety and Drug Administration (FDA) has seized spurious medicines worth more than Rs 5 crore from an unlicensed facility near the Bidadi toll gate. Officials said the drug-control wing found medicines being repackaged and relabelled to resemble products sold by multinational pharmaceutical companies. The premises were allegedly operating without a valid licence. Karnataka FDA Busts Alleged Fake Drug Repackaging Racket Officials said t

Trial runs of the proposed Bengaluru–Mangaluru Vande Bharat Express have begun on the Sakleshpur–Subrahmanya Road ghat section, a crucial safety test before commercial operations can be considered. Vande Bharat Trial Begins on Sakleshpur Ghat Section The trial programme began on August 11, 2026, on the nearly 55-km Sakleshpur–Subrahmanya Road stretch of the Mangaluru–Hassan–Bengaluru rout

DK Shivakumar held fresh talks with Congress leaders in Delhi over a minor Karnataka Cabinet reshuffle and portfolio allocation to newly inducted ministers. The discussions also focused on inducting a woman minister and addressing concerns among legislators following the recent Cabinet expansion. DK Shivakumar Meets Congress High Command Over Cabinet Reshuffle Karnataka Chief Minister DK Shivaku

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay and Opposition Leader Udhayanidhi Stalin clashed in the Assembly over the Cauvery dispute and Karnataka’s proposed Mekedatu dam. Vijay rejected demands for another all-party meeting while defending direct talks with Karnataka and insisting Tamil Nadu’s water rights would not be compromised. Vijay Defends Direct Talks With Karnataka Over Cauvery Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay defended his proposal to hold di

Karnataka is finalising a “Government First” policy to help startups supply innovative technologies directly to State departments. The framework aims to remove procurement barriers, give young companies an early public-sector customer and accelerate the use of emerging technology in government services. Karnataka Plans New Route for Startup Procurement The proposed policy would allow departments to procure suitable startup-developed

Karnataka Congress leaders intensified efforts to pacify legislators denied ministerial positions following the induction of 19 new ministers. While one MLA withdrew his resignation, several disappointed legislators were preparing to meet and discuss their next course of action. Karnataka Congress Launches Outreach After Cabinet Expansion The Karnataka Congress intensified efforts to contain internal dissatisfaction after 19 legislato

Karnataka is preparing a dedicated Women’s Health Policy covering menstrual health, menopause and preventive care through outreach, surveys and specialised clinics. Karnataka Women’s Health Policy 2026 Announced The Karnataka government plans to introduce a policy focused exclusively on women’s health. Health and Family Welfare Minister UT Khader announced the propos

Cauvery Talks Trigger Political and Farmers’ Opposition Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay is preparing for bilateral Cauvery talks with Karnataka despite farmers demanding legal action. The proposed meeting comes amid a serious water shortfall, concerns over the Kuruvai crop, and a renewed dispute over the Mekedatu reservoir. CM Vijay Pursues Cauvery Talks Despite Farmers’ Opposition Chennai, Tuesday, July

 Cross-Party Push for Karnataka’s Pending Projects  Karnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar called the Karnataka MPs' Delhi meeting a major success, saying leaders across parties agreed to jointly pursue pending projects, Central funds, and drought relief while placing the state’s development above political differences. Karnataka MPs Delhi Meeting Highlights Political Unity Bengaluru, Tuesday, July 28, 2

DK Shivakumar Seeks Centre Funding for Bengaluru’s GCC Growth  Karnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar has renewed his appeal for stronger central funding for Bengaluru, citing its expanding GCC ecosystem and contribution to India’s economy. He also recalled PM Modi advising caution as global companies increasingly focus on the city. Modi’s Message Highlights Bengaluru’s Rising Global Role Bengaluru, July

SIT Files 7,000-Page Report in Dharmasthala Burial Case The Dharmasthala SIT final report, containing nearly 7,000 pages of investigation records, was submitted before a Karnataka court on Tuesday, July 14, 2026. The filing marks a significant development in the year-long investigation into allegations of illegal burials, unnatural deaths, sexual violence, and possible cover-ups in and around Dharmasthala. The Special Investigation Team submitted the rep

DK Shivakumar Urges PM Modi to Send Central Team as Karnataka Drought Risk Deepens Bengaluru, July 15, 2026: Karnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar has written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi seeking the immediate deployment of a central team to examine the emerging drought conditions in the state. The request follows a reported 30% rainfall deficit

Bengaluru Second Airport Feasibility Report Likely By September The Bengaluru second airport feasibility report is expected to be ready by September, after which the Karnataka government is likely to take a call on the next stage of the proposed project. The second international airport is being planned to support Bengaluru’s growing air traffic and reduce future pressure on Kempegowda International Airport in Devanahalli. Chief Minister DK Shivakumar

Karnataka Targets 500 New GCCs, 3.5 Lakh Jobs And $50 Billion Output By 2029 Karnataka is preparing a major expansion of its Global Capability Centre ecosystem, with a target to attract 500 new GCCs, create 3.5 lakh jobs, and generate USD 50 billion in economic output by 2029. The plan was discussed at Katalyst Connect, a government-industry interaction hosted by the IT/BT Department and the Karnataka Digital Economy Mission in Bengaluru. The move is par