Here are the big stories from Karnataka today
The Hindu
Karnataka Today newsletter: BSY appeals to BJP leaders to unite to expose failures of Congress govt, and more
Former Chief Minister B.S. Yediyurappa urged his colleagues in the BJP to unite to expose the shortcomings of the Congress government in Karnataka. Referring to infighting within the BJP in Karnataka, Mr. Yediyurappa said, “We can achieve something only when all of us go together.” Mr. Yediyurappa said fighting against each other would not benefit either group.
Reacting to Chief Minister Siddaramaiah’s comments on the findings of the Enforcement Directorate in the alleged MUDA scam, Mr. Yediyurappa said the CM must be reacting out of worry over the ED’s findings. Being the CM, he should be respectful of the ED, and commenting on its investigation would not be suitable for his position.
With Bengaluru receiving rains over the last few days, the condition of roads has gone from bad to worse, making it hard for motorists to commute. In September 2024, Bengaluru Development Minister D. K. Shivakumar set a 15-day deadline to fill all potholes and the civic body claimed to fill all of them. However, October rains led to many potholes resurfacing.
The Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike has been struggling to complete the work due to “unconducive weather conditions” since then. According to data, of the 9,796 potholes identified based on the complaints filed on the dedicated app to report potholes, 5,828 have been filled. As on December 4, 2024, 729 new potholes were reported and fresh work orders were issued to fill 519.
With demand surging in Bengaluru and in the agriculture sector, the Bangalore Electricity Supply Company has proposed a tariff hike of 67 paise per unit for FY 2025-26 in its first Multi-Year Tariff application filed before the Karnataka Electricity Regulatory Commission (KERC).
The power utility has also proposed a steep tariff hike of 75 paise per unit for 2026-27 and 91 paise hike for 2027-28. According to sources in Bescom, the tariff hike has been proposed based on the projected surge in demand in the upcoming years.
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on December 5, 2024, conducted searches at 16 locations in Karnataka in connection with its probe into the murder case of BJP activist Praveen Nettaru, officials said.
Advocates in North Andhra unite for agitations to establish a High Court Bench in Visakhapatnam.
Telangana government leads rescue efforts for trapped workers in collapsed tunnel, with support from various agencies and experts.
Congress leaders in Karnataka continue public discourse on Chief Minister change despite central leadership intervention, urging unity and discipline.
Suvendu Adhikari demands NRC implementation in West Bengal amid concerns over 'false voters' raised by Mamata Banerjee.
The Bangalore Water Supply and Sewerage Board (BWSSB) has booked 112 cases against the unnecessary wastage of drinking water collecting fines up to ₹5.6 lakh in the last week.
East Coast Railway extends Bhubaneswar-Yasvantpur weekly special train services with nine additional trips for passenger convenience.
Over 1,400 pilgrims from coastal Karnataka complete Maha Kumbh Mela yatra via special train with some shortcomings.
Divine Touch School walkathon promotes fitness and gratitude with Police Commissioner as chief guest at Ramakrishna Beach.
MSRTC bus service between Maharashtra and Karnataka suspended indefinitely due to safety concerns after driver assault in Karnataka.
District police conduct extensive cordon and search operations to maintain law and order during Maha Sivaratri celebrations in Sri Sathya Sai district.
The rise in gold prices in recent months has severely hit the families who have marriages scheduled in the next few days in Tiruchi
Congress government in Telangana focuses on skill development, job creation, and empowerment, facing opposition from BJP and BRS.
Shiv Sena leader Neelam Gorhe sparks controversy at literary conference, criticized by party members for political statements.