Karnataka Governor Delays Hate Speech, SC Quota Bills
Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot yet to decide on Karnataka's landmark Hate Speech Bill, returns SC internal quota legislation. BJP to petition against assent. Details inside.
Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot yet to decide on Karnataka's landmark Hate Speech Bill, returns SC internal quota legislation. BJP to petition against assent. Details inside.
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah denies any internal conflict over leadership. He also clarifies the status of the Karnataka Hate Speech and Hate Crimes (Prevention) Bill 2025. Read the full story for details.
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah dismisses internal conflict, pledges to meet Governor on the contentious Hate Speech Bill as BJP opposes it. Get the latest political updates.
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Karnataka's proposed Hate Speech Bill is under the Governor's review, facing political pressure. Get the latest details on this crucial legislation and its implications.
Union Minister V. Somanna criticizes Kerala's proposed Malayalam Language Bill, calling it unconstitutional. He urges CM Pinarayi Vijayan to withdraw the legislation. Full details inside.
Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan defends the Malayalam Language Bill, stating it won't affect Kannada speakers. He urges Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah to review the facts. Read the full story.
Karnataka Governor Thawarchand Gehlot has approved 17 new laws but is yet to decide on the contentious Hate Speech Bill and the Social Boycott Bill, both passed in December 2025. Details inside.
Governor Thaawar Chand Gehlot returns Karnataka's internal reservation bill, seeking clarification. The move stalls Congress's social justice push and follows petitions calling the quotas 'unscientific'.
Karnataka Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot has sent back the SC sub-classification bill to the state government, requesting further details. The move delays a key internal reservation policy.
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah pledges strong opposition to Kerala's proposed Malayalam Language Bill, calling it a threat to linguistic freedom in border districts like Kasaragod. Read the full story.
Karnataka's Border Area Development Authority has voiced strong opposition to Kerala's proposed Malayalam Language Bill, claiming it discriminates against Kannada-speaking minorities. Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar promises a thorough review.
Tobacco growers in Karnataka protest against the Central Excise (Amendment) Bill-2025, citing a massive tax hike that threatens their survival. They demand a rollback to protect farmer livelihoods.
Karnataka introduces a stringent bill criminalising social boycotts, going beyond Maharashtra's law. Learn about its key provisions and the challenges in implementation.
As Parliament's winter session ends, MPs spotlight urgent gender reforms. Bills target criminalising marital rape, mandating menstrual leave, and introducing paternity benefits. Read the details.
Karnataka Assembly Speaker UT Khader calls for responsible conduct from MLAs, condemns Ballari incident and hate politics. Details on the Hate Speech Bill and more.
Karnataka Congress Chief Whip Saleem Ahmed reveals leadership urged to shift ministers to party work and include 50% new faces in the state cabinet. Latest political developments.
Karnataka Home Minister G Parameshwara openly discusses his political ambitions, hoping for a promotion by 2026. He also addresses the Congress party's internal dynamics and future strategy.
Karnataka BJP chief B Y Vijayendra accuses Congress government of creating 'Udta Karnataka', alleging CM Siddaramaiah bowed to Kerala CM pressure. Read the full political row details.
Karnataka's legislature passed the pioneering Hate Speech and Hate Crimes Bill, 2025. The Congress defends it as necessary, while the BJP calls it draconian. Read about the fierce debate.
BJP workers in Mandya staged a major protest against the proposed Karnataka Hate Speech and Hate Crimes Bill, 2025, calling it a threat to free speech. Read the full story.
BJP staged a silent protest in Bengaluru against the new Hate Speech Bill, calling it a threat to free speech. The party submitted a memorandum to the Governor. Read more.
2025 saw landmark education laws on fees, coaching centres & higher education. Explore the Delhi Fee Act, Rajasthan Coaching Bill, Viksit Bharat Bill & IIM Amendment. Discover the shift in India's education governance.
Karnataka Assembly Speaker condemns opposition's conduct during hate speech bill debate, highlights passage of 23 bills including key land revenue amendment. Read the full details of the session's legislative business.
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah counters BJP's claims, stating the new hate speech law applies equally to all. He asserts only those making provocative statements oppose it. Read the full story.
As 2025 ends, Karnataka's extreme weather events highlight its fragile landscape. A recap of the heatwaves, floods, and landslides that caused widespread damage to life, crops, and property. Read the full analysis.
Karnataka government announces major expansion of mid-day meal scheme to cover pre-primary and Pre-University students, aiming to combat malnutrition and boost learning. New school initiatives also unveiled.
Karnataka Minister Madhu Bangarappa refutes claims of a farewell address, pledges to serve full 5-year term. Details on KPS development, hate speech bill, and upcoming Shivamogga event.
Former CM Basavaraj Bommai accuses Karnataka govt of using a new Hate Speech Bill to suppress dissent. He claims it's unconstitutional and aimed at curbing voices against corruption. Read the full political clash.
KPCC's Padmaraj R Poojary hails the Karnataka Hate Speech and Hate Crimes Bill, 2025, as crucial for social harmony. The bill targets inflammatory rhetoric linked to recent murders.