Karnataka

Karnataka to reimburse rent, property tax, power duty to lure IT firms outside Bengaluru

The strategy is to move technology jobs and investments into cities such as Mysuru, Mangaluru, Hubballi-Dharwad, Kalaburagi, Belagavi, Shivamogga, and Davanagere.

Karnataka cabinet clears IT policy 2025-2030, thrust on ‘Beyond Bengaluru’ clusters & AI

Cabinet also approves Space Technology Policy 2025–2030 and Centres of Excellence under LEAP programme

Supreme Court declines to hear Tamil Nadu's plea against Karnataka's Mekedatu dam construction plan on Cauvery

Referring to its earlier order from August 2023 which refused to go into the issue arising out of the Monsoon that year, the Court said that it does not “possess expertise”.

Karnataka notifies menstrual leave policy: 12 days of paid leave annually for women employees

Women employees in factories, shops, commercial establishments and other registered industries in Karnataka can now avail one day of paid menstrual leave every month without the need for a medical certificate.

Mysore Sandal Soap maker KSDL to unlock value of 10-acre land inside Bengaluru factory through PPP model

The company plans to commercially develop part of its Mysore Sandal Soap Factory premises in Malleshwaram West through a PPP model.

OPINION | Karnataka’s proposed law to aid domestic workers will end up hurting them

Well intentioned it may be but the wholly foreseeable consequences of the Bill may make people reluctant to hire domestic help. In addition, it sets the stage for another inspector raj

Ernakulam–Bengaluru Vande Bharat cuts travel time by 2 hours — check timings, route and fare inside!

The new Ernakulam–Bengaluru Vande Bharat Express reduces travel time by 2 hours, covering the route in 8 hours 40 minutes. Check timings, fare, route, and more — read to know more.

BJP slams Karnataka Congress government as Bengaluru airport namaz video goes viral

Karnataka BJP spokesperson Vijay Prasad also slammed the Congress government for objecting to the Path Sanchalan (march) organised by the RSS, but turning "a blind eye" towards "such activities" in restricted public areas.

Bengaluru’s Inner Ring Metro yet to get green signal from Karnataka govt, says BMRCL to Tejasvi Surya

Bengaluru South MP Tejasvi Surya recently met Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL) officials to review the progress of Metro projects in the city.

America's Burkhan Group to invest Rs 1,500 crore in Karnataka to make AI servers near Bengaluru airport

Karnataka's Minister for Large and Medium Industries MB Patil on November 6 said the company has sought 10-15 acres of land near Devanahalli, which will be provided.

Karnataka’s guarantee schemes a boon for women, studies show

The five poll guarantees include free travel for women on non-AC state-run buses, 200 units of free power per month, Rs 2,000 per month for each female head of the family, 10 kg of food grains per month to BPL families, Rs 3,000 per month for two years to unemployed graduates, and Rs 1,500 per month for two years to unemployed diploma holders.

Karnataka Milk Federation increases ghee prices by Rs 90 to Rs 700 per litre

According to Karnataka Milk Federation officials, the decision was taken due to the surging costs in the international market.

Kirloskar to invest Rs 3,000 crore in Karnataka: Minister MB Patil

Strap: Karnataka Minister of Large and Medium Scale Industries MB Patil said that several firms including Wipro PARI, Atlas Copco, Bel-Rise Industries, Finolex, and Fluid Controls Limited have shown interest in investing in the state

Karnataka unveils Rs 600-crore-plus plan for DeepTech; explores co-investment model with VCs

Karnataka IT-BT Minister Priyank Kharge said Future Makers Conclave will bring together startups, investors, and innovators at Bengaluru Tech Summit 2025

Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah accuses Centre of 'neglecting' Kannada, imposing Hindi

Siddaramaiah noted that the state government was implementing several measures to strengthen Kannada and ensure its continued relevance in education and employment.

Karnataka floats tender for Rs 135 crore Mangaluru tech park that’ll create 11,000 jobs

Karnataka State Electronics Development Corporation (KEONICS) has recently floated the tender for the project, which will follow a Design, Build, Finance, Operate and Transfer (DBFOT) model.

Bengaluru to get Rs 2,296-crore infra boost ahead of civic polls; Karnataka Cabinet gives nod

The state cabinet also approved eight new Technology Business Incubators (TBIs) under Karnataka Startup Policy 2022-27 with a total allocation of Rs 80 crore.

In a first, Karnataka to roll out AI-powered WhatsApp-based public grievance redressal mechanism

Citizens can lodge complaints via text, image, or voice (English/Kannada), with video support planned, and an AI system will convert them into complaints and automatically assign them to the relevant departments and officials.

Karnataka minister MB Patil launches RangSons Aerospace’s new facility in Mysuru

Patil assured 20 acres of land for Kaynes Technologies’ proposed expansion in Chamarajanagar

MC Interview: 'Karnataka unfazed by Andhra in Quantum race; Bengaluru gives us edge,' says Minister NS Boseraju

NS Boseraju, Karnataka Minister of Science & Technology and Minor Irrigation, says Phase I of Quantum City (6.1 acres) will be India’s first single-stop quantum hub, hosting hardware manufacturing (FabLine), shared R&D labs, a secure quantum cloud, and incubation for startups.

Karnataka transport minister writes to Centre, raises alarm over poor performance of e-buses under lease model

In a letter to Union Minister for Heavy Industries HD Kumaraswamy, Karnataka transport minister Ramalinga Reddy detailed widespread issues including breakdowns, driver strikes, and mounting safety concerns, calling for immediate intervention and reform.

Karnataka to fast-track industry approvals; CM Siddaramaiah warns action against delays