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CJP Denied Permission for Tiranga March in Bengaluru, CM D K Shivakumar Says Government Was Not Informed
Bengaluru Police have denied permission for the Cockroach Janta Party’s Lehra Do Tiranga march from Town Hall to the Quit India Memorial, citing a High Court direction that protests be confined to Freedom Park and concerns about traffic. Chief Minister D K Shivakumar said the organisers had not informed the government in advance. The BJP has accused the Congress of double standards, while CJP leaders say they will go ahead with the programme.
H. D. Kumaraswamy Corners D. K. Shivakumar Over Sting Operation Remark, Demands Probe
H. D. Kumaraswamy has demanded an investigation into allegations of sting operations targeting Karnataka political leaders. He questioned why Chief Minister D. K. Shivakumar had not ordered a formal probe despite referring to alleged attempts to trap ministers and bureaucrats. The controversy has generated competing accusations and calls for transparency.
Kumaraswamy Challenges Police to Question Him First in Karnataka Sting Video Row
H. D. Kumaraswamy has reportedly challenged the police to question him first amid the controversy over an alleged sting video and claims that JD(S) workers are being harassed. The dispute has raised questions about the investigation, the treatment of party members and the need for an impartial examination of the allegations.
Kumaraswamy Alleges JD(S) Social Media Workers Are Being Targeted Amid Sting Video Row
Union Minister and JD(S) leader H. D. Kumaraswamy has accused the Karnataka government of harassing members of his party’s social media team amid controversy surrounding an alleged sting video linked to Chief Minister Siddaramaiah. Kumaraswamy has called for an impartial investigation, while the claims and allegations remain matters of political and legal dispute.
Karnataka’s 108 Ambulance Service Faces Uncertainty Amid Employee Dispute
A dispute involving Karnataka’s 108 ambulance service reportedly raised concerns about a possible shutdown, with a minister urging the public to consider alternatives. The issue highlights the importance of resolving employee concerns while maintaining uninterrupted access to emergency medical transport.
Bengaluru Digital Twin Proposal Aims to Reduce Traffic Congestion
A proposed digital twin for Bengaluru would combine transport data from roads, buses, two-wheelers and Metro services to map recurring congestion and test possible interventions virtually. The proposal's stated long-term ambition is to reduce travel time by around 30%, although this is a target rather than a verified result.
Bengaluru Pub Assault Case: Andhra Pradesh Government Weighs Action Against IAS Officer
Andhra Pradesh authorities are reportedly considering action against IAS officer Vikas Marmat after he and three others were booked over an alleged confrontation with police personnel at a Bengaluru pub. The case has prompted debate about accountability for public servants. The allegations remain subject to investigation.
Karnataka IPS Officer Alok Kumar Seeks Correction of Supreme Court Submissions in Phone-Tapping Case
IPS officer Alok Kumar has reportedly sought corrections to statements made by senior advocate Kapil Sibal before the Supreme Court in a Karnataka phone-tapping case. Kumar says the submissions contain inaccuracies that could affect his reputation. The dispute highlights the importance of precise records in sensitive legal proceedings.
Karnataka Sting-Operation Row: BJP Hints at Another Chief Ministerial Change
Karnataka BJP president B. Y. Vijayendra has suggested that another change in the state's chief ministership would not be surprising amid the ongoing Congress controversy over alleged sting operations. The remarks have intensified political speculation, but a change in leadership has not been established by the statement itself.
‘No Double Standards’: Karnataka Government Vows Review of Police Action During SIR Protest
Karnataka authorities have promised to review police action during detentions ahead of a Bengaluru protest against electoral-roll revision. Deputy Chief Minister D. K. Shivakumar called for a report, while Home Minister Priyank Kharge also ordered a review, emphasising that peaceful demonstrations must be protected and unnecessary force should not be tolerated.
Congress Will Push Him Out as CM’: Kumaraswamy's Swipe at D. K. Shivakumar
Union Minister H. D. Kumaraswamy criticised the Congress leadership after Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D. K. Shivakumar was reportedly pulled back by security personnel during an INDIA bloc march in Delhi. Kumaraswamy suggested the episode could have political consequences for Shivakumar, but his prediction remains political commentary rather than confirmation of any decision by Congress.
Karnataka High Court Grants Six Days’ Interim Bail to KPSC Accused Basavaraj Kannale
The Karnataka High Court has granted Basavaraj Kannale six days of interim bail, from October 15 to October 20, 2026, to attend the naming ceremony of his newborn daughter in Bidar. The court ordered police to escort him throughout the temporary release. Kannale is a prime accused in the alleged KPSC veterinary officer recruitment cash-for-jobs scam, which is being investigated by the CID and Enforcement Directorate.
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