Karnataka Menstrual Leave Policy Challenged in High Court
Karnataka's mandatory paid menstrual leave policy is opposed by hoteliers. Deputy CM DK Shivakumar defends it as government policy for equality. Read the latest developments.
Karnataka's mandatory paid menstrual leave policy is opposed by hoteliers. Deputy CM DK Shivakumar defends it as government policy for equality. Read the latest developments.
Karnataka introduces a landmark policy granting female government employees one day of paid menstrual leave each month, aiming to promote health and gender equity.
Karnataka's education department is upgrading 474 government schools to KPS magnet schools, offering LKG to UG on one campus to reverse a 19% enrollment decline. Learn about the new single-campus model.
The Bengaluru Hotels Association has filed a petition in the Karnataka High Court against the state's mandatory menstrual leave policy, calling it arbitrary and against natural justice. Read the full details.
An editorial argues that rewarding teachers is positive, but Karnataka's school education system is crippled by a severe shortage of teaching staff. Cosmetic changes won't fix this core issue.
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah announces MSP procurement of maize for animal feed via KSCMCF. Government to bear all transportation and handling costs, aiding farmers. Details here.
Karnataka Health Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao announces the state's goal to end AIDS transmission by 2030. Learn about the strategy and current HIV status.
KTET Admit Card 2025 is now available for download from the DSE Karnataka official website. The KARTET exam is on December 7. Get direct link and key instructions here.
Karnataka introduces new CSR policy requiring companies to spend corporate social responsibility funds within the state. Learn how this impacts businesses and local development.
Karnataka government launches Akka Pade, a 24/7 patrol initiative to safeguard women and children across the state. Learn how this program will enhance public safety.
Karnataka cabinet approves new iron ore policy for non-major ports, boosting exports and streamlining transportation. Learn how this impacts mining sector.
Karnataka CM announces pay hike for RTC staff starting April 2026, but unions remain firm on demands including Rs 1,785 crore arrears and 25% salary increase. Read the latest developments.
Karnataka government establishes high-level committee to examine State Education Policy report. Headed by Higher Education principal secretary, the panel aims to transform education system.
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has sanctioned Rs 149 crore loan for strengthening Government Tool Room and Training Centres across the state. Learn how this will boost technical education.
Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge states Karnataka leadership changes shouldn't be discussed publicly as internal party tensions rise after government's halfway mark.
Karnataka witnesses alarming decline in migratory birds despite early conservation efforts. Lack of consolidated data hampers protection measures for avian diversity. Urgent action needed.
Karnataka's new IT Policy 2025-30 drives innovation with R&D incentives for companies. Learn how this impacts tech growth in India's Silicon Valley. Read more!
Kannada activists in Bengaluru intensify protests demanding mandatory bilingual policy for local jobs. Learn how this movement impacts Karnataka's employment landscape.
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah intervenes as maize prices plummet, promising talks with distilleries to address farmers' crisis. Key decisions expected soon.
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah announces five new environmental awards to recognize conservation efforts. Four Karnataka cities face pollution challenges.
Karnataka's climate policies fail as fertile lands are taken for development projects, worsening hunger. Farmers lose agency while irrigation promises remain unfulfilled. Read the investigation.
Karnataka launches ambitious IT, SpaceTech and Startup Policy 2025-2030, targeting 50% national market share and 5% global SpaceTech presence by 2034. Read more about the state's tech vision.
Kalyana Karnataka experiences unprecedented early winter with temperatures 4-6°C below normal. Stay updated on the weather phenomenon affecting north interior Karnataka districts.
Karnataka government forms commission to revise backward classes list, will consider public employment data. Decision impacts reservation policies across the state.
Karnataka government transforms 100 Urdu medium schools into Karnataka Public Schools with bilingual instruction, enhancing educational quality and opportunities for Urdu-speaking students.
Karnataka government proposes renaming four railway stations after saints to honor state's cultural heritage. Minister M B Patil announced the move on November 13, 2025.
HD Kumaraswamy urges Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal to establish industrial parks across Karnataka districts to leverage resource advantages and boost economic growth. Read more.
Karnataka government releases official 2026 public holidays list. Plan your vacations with complete dates for festivals, national holidays and restricted days across the state.
Karnataka government introduces mandatory paid menstrual leave for working women. Learn how this progressive policy impacts employees and workplaces across the state.
Karnataka introduces mandatory menstrual leave policy for working women aged 18-52. Learn how this progressive move impacts women's health and workplace rights in India.