Mysuru, Jan 5 (IANS) Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Monday said that the tiger population has increased significantly in the state, particularly in the Mysuru region, and that directions have been issued to capture and relocate the animals to other forest areas.He made the statement while responding to a question on recent sightings of a tiger near the Mysuru Airport.“What has happened is that the tiger population in the state has increased significantly, leading to sightings in huma…
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Mysuru, Jan 5 (IANS) Amid the leadership tussle, Siddaramaiah is all set to equal the record of the longest-serving Karnataka Chief Minister, held by D. Devaraj Urs, on Tuesday.Devaraj Urs served two terms as the Chief Minister of Karnataka – 1972–77 and 1978–80, while Siddaramaiah has been holding the post since May 2023 after serving a full term from 2013 to 2018.Celebrations are already underway among Siddaramaiah’s supporters and admirers. Congratulatory banners and posters have been p…
Bengaluru, Jan 2 (IANS) Pointing to a survey conducted by a government body and its findings reflecting strong democratic engagement in the electoral process and EVMs in Karnataka, Amit Malviya, in-charge of the BJP’s National Information and Technology Department, said that the Congress’ own survey in the state completely “exposes” Rahul Gandhi’s entire “vote chori” narrative.Taking to social media X on Friday, Malviya stated, “This study was commissioned by the Office of the Chief Electoral Of…
Mysuru (Karnataka), Dec 29 (IANS) A staffer on Monday recounted the terrifying moments of a brazen daylight robbery in which an armed gang looted around 7 kg of gold and diamonds worth Rs 10 crore from a jewellery showroom in Hunsur town of Mysuru district. As reported earlier, in a daring daylight robbery, a seven-member gang barged into the Sky Gold and Diamonds showroom, located behind the Hunsur bus stand, at around 2.30 p.m. on Sunday (December 28). Armed with guns, the masked assailants th…
Mysuru, Dec 26 (IANS) The Karnataka Police suspect foul play in the helium balloon gas cylinder blast reported in front of the historic Mysuru Palace Police, with sources on Friday saying that a team from NIA is likely to visit the spot.Sources said that sleuths from the National Investigation Agency (NIA) are expected to arrive at the spot to conduct a comprehensive probe.Preliminary investigations have suggested that the blast, which occurred on Thursday, was not a routine or accidental explos…
New Delhi, Dec 25 (IANS) Christmas was celebrated across the country on Thursday with great fervour, devotion and joy, as churches resonated with hymns, prayers and messages of peace, love and unity. From metropolitan cities to small towns, the birth of Jesus Christ was commemorated with midnight Masses, special prayers, illuminated churches and enthusiastic participation by devotees.In Mysuru, Karnataka, Christians gathered in large numbers at prominent churches, including the iconic St. Philom…
Bengaluru, Dec 24 (IANS) The State Backward Classes Awareness Forum on Wednesday has decided to organise an Ahinda convention in support of Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on January 25, 2026, in Mysuru. The programme is expected to serve as a show of strength for the Chief Minister.Ahinda leaders held a preliminary meeting in Mysuru city today and finalised the date and venue for the event. It has also been decided to gather between 25,000 and 30,000 people for the convention. Forum President K. Sh…
Bengaluru, Dec 24 (IANS) Former Prime Minister and JD-S Rajya Sabha member H.D. Deve Gowda said on Wednesday that a writ petition related to the Bengaluru–Mysuru Infrastructure Corridor (BMIC) project has been filed by the Karnataka government in the Supreme Court, and he has been made a party to the case as well. Speaking at a press conference at the state party office — JP Bhavan in Bengaluru, Deve Gowda said that the state Government, some farmers, and himself have been included as parties…
Bengaluru, Dec 24 (IANS) The Lokayukta sleuths conducted raids at 10 locations across three districts in Karnataka, on Wednesday, in connection with allegations of amassing assets disproportionate to known sources of income against Sardar Sarfaraz Khan, Personal Assistant and aide to State Minister for Housing and Waqf, Zameer Ahmed Khan. Simultaneous raids were carried out in Bengaluru, Madikeri and Mysuru districts by a team of more than 100 Lokayukta officials.In Bengaluru, searches were cond…
Mysuru, Dec 22 (IANS) Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Monday said that Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi should decide on the leadership crisis in the state. Talking to media persons at his native place, Mysuru, Siddaramaiah said, “We are committed to whatever decision Rahul Gandhi takes.”Expressing dismay over the media discussing leadership change, he said, “Why is there a need to ask so many questions? I have already spoken about this in the Legislative Assembly….