SBI Branch in Karnataka Robbed of Rs 21 Crore Loot

By BPN News Desk September 17, 2025

Business Finance

Three masked gunmen robbed a State Bank of India (SBI) branch in Chadachan, Vijayapura district, Karnataka. The heist occurred on Tuesday evening, when the robbers entered under false pretense, tied up staff, and made off with a large haul of cash and gold. Loot Details Authorities say the

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BJP Accuses CM Siddaramaiah of Backing Conversions

By BPN News Desk September 15, 2025

The Karnataka BJP has attacked Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, alleging that he is undermining Hinduism and indirectly supporting religious conversions. Senior BJP leaders, including C. T. Ravi and B. Y. Vijayendra, criticised the CM’s remarks, claiming they reflect an anti-Hindu stance. Siddaramaiah’s Clarification Siddaramaiah said that conversions are not driven by

South India State News

Karnataka Caps Movie Tickets at ₹200

By BPN News Desk September 13, 2025

The Karnataka government has decided to cap cinema ticket prices at ₹200 (excluding taxes) across all theatres, including multiplexes. The move comes through the newly amended Karnataka Cinemas (Regulation) Amendment Rules, 2025. Exemptions for Premium Small Screens The rule exempts premium multi-screen theatres with 75 seats or fewer, allowing them to charge above the

South India State News

Karnataka Seeks Compensation Over Two-Slab GST Losses

By BPN News Desk September 1, 2025

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has warned that the Centre’s proposed shift to a two-slab Goods and Services Tax (GST) structure of 5% and 18% could lead to a revenue loss of nearly ₹15,000 crore annually for the state. While he expressed support for rationalisation of the tax regime, he insisted that reforms must not come […]

National Politics

Karnataka Leaders Demand Investigation into Voter Fraud Claims

By BPN News Desk August 9, 2025

On August 8, 2025, Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar, who is also the state Congress president, submitted a formal complaint to the state’s Chief Electoral Officer. The complaint followed a protest led by Rahul Gandhi in Bengaluru, raising concerns about possible voter fraud during the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. What the Complaint Highlights Shivakumar […]

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Rahul Gandhi Claims EC Allowed Karnataka Cheating

By BPN News Desk July 24, 2025

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has accused the Election Commission of permitting electoral malpractice in a Karnataka constituency. Addressing a public event, he declared that the Congress party has “100 percent proof” of voter list manipulation and warned that the party will not allow the poll body to escape accountability. Allegations of Voter List Manipulation Gandhi […]

Business Finance

Karnataka CM Orders Mandatory GST Registration

By BPN News Desk July 24, 2025

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has directed that all eligible traders crossing the GST turnover threshold must register under the Goods and Services Tax system. The instruction follows widespread confusion after tax notices were issued based on UPI payment records. CM Responds to Traders’ Concerns Several traders had received GST registration notices after

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Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah Snubs Shivakumar at Mysuru Rally

By BPN News Desk July 20, 2025

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah’s decision to skip Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar’s name while introducing dignitaries at a major government event in Mysuru has reignited speculation about internal discord within the Congress party. The incident occurred at the “Sadhana Samavesha,” a rally organized to highlight the Congress government’s achievements.

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Karnataka CM Allocates Development Funds to Legislators

By BPN News Desk July 19, 2025

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has approved the release of ₹50 crore in development grants for each MLA, aiming to boost constituency-level infrastructure and local welfare projects. The allocation is part of the Chief Minister’s Infrastructure Development Programme and is based on budgetary provisions announced earlier this year. Breakdown of Fund Utilisation Each

South India State News

Karnataka Scraps Land Acquisition Plan Near Bengaluru Airport

By BPN News Desk July 15, 2025

The Karnataka government has officially withdrawn its plan to acquire 1,777 acres of agricultural land in Devanahalli taluk near Bengaluru’s Kempegowda International Airport. The move comes after continuous protests from local farmers who opposed giving up their fertile land for the proposed Aerospace and Defence Park project. Chief Minister Siddaramaiah acknowledged the