Karnataka

A major inter-state Goods and Services Tax (GST) fraud worth over ₹1,400 crore has been busted across Karnataka and Tamil Nadu, with links extending to Bihar and Jharkhand. The high-profile operation was led by 2021-batch IAS officer Kanishk Sharma, currently serving as Additional Commissioner of Commercial Taxes (Enforcement – South Zone), Karnataka. The enforcement team under Sharma exposed a massive fake invoicing racket involving transactions amounting to ₹1,464 crore. The syndicate fraudulently claimed and passed on nearly ₹355 crore in Input Tax Credit (ITC) without any actual movement of goods, causing significant losses to the exchequer. Coordinated Inter-State Raids In what officials describe as a first-of-its-kind coordinated inter-state enforcement operation, simultaneo...

Bengaluru: Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has made history by becoming the state’s longest-serving Chief Minister, surpassing the record set by D. Devaraj Urs. The landmark achievement was celebrated by senior leaders, including Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar, who congratulated Siddaramaiah, calling it a moment of pride and stating that his name will be etched in history. Siddaramaiah completed seven years and 240 days in office on Wednesday, overtaking Urs, who had served as Karnataka’s Chief Minister for seven years and 239 days. Speaking about the milestone, Siddaramaiah credited the people for their continued support. He highlighted a key difference between himself and Urs, noting that while Urs belonged to the ruling class, he hails from a socially backward ...

Bengaluru, Karnataka: A First Information Report (FIR) has been registered against BJP MLA Sharanu Salagar in Karnataka for issuing a bounced cheque and allegedly defaulting on a loan taken to contest the 2023 assembly elections. The MLA has also been accused of threatening the complainant and committing fraud. According to police, the case pertains to a cheque of ₹99 lakh, which was returned unpaid. The complainant, who is reportedly a relative of the MLA, had provided the funds to support his election campaign between January and February 2023, with a commitment from the MLA to repay the entire amount within six months. Repeated Requests Ignored:The complainant stated that despite waiting for over two years and repeatedly reminding the MLA, the repayment was not made. On 14 Septemb...

Bengaluru witnessed a shocking incident that has left residents horrified. A five-year-old child playing badminton on the road was allegedly kicked by a young man, resulting in serious injuries. The incident, captured on CCTV, has triggered widespread anger on social media. Incident DetailsThe incident took place in Old Post Office Road, Tyagarajanagar, South Bengaluru. The young boy, playing badminton with other children and his mother nearby, was suddenly attacked by a man who ran from behind and kicked him with force. The boy fell face-first onto the road, sustaining injuries to his eyebrow, arms, and legs. After kicking the child, the man calmly walked away. Authorities later identified the accused as Ranjit, also known as Ranjan, a former gym trainer and local resident of Doddam...

In a disturbing case of prolonged harassment, Bengaluru Police have arrested a woman for allegedly stalking, threatening and mentally harassing a serving police inspector, even going to the extent of issuing suicide threats and invoking the names of top political leaders to exert pressure. According to police sources, the incident involved the Station House Officer (SHO) of Ramamurthy Nagar Police Station, Inspector Satish G.J., who began receiving repeated WhatsApp calls from an unknown number on October 30. When he answered one such call, the woman identified herself as Sanjana alias Vanaja and claimed that she was in love with him, insisting that he reciprocate her feelings. Initially treating the calls as a prank, the inspector ignored them. However, the woman continued to contac...

Passengers arriving at Kempegowda International Airport (KIA) in Bengaluru are facing significant inconvenience due to newly implemented traffic and curbside pickup regulations at Terminals 1 (T1) and 2 (T2). The policy requires passengers with pre-booked private taxis to walk nearly 800 meters from the terminals to designated pickup zones in parking areas P3 and P4, sparking frustration among travelers and taxi operators alike. New Policy and Its Impact The airport’s curbside pickup policy was introduced to prevent illegal parking, middlemen, and congestion outside the terminal entrances. Under this rule, only authorized airport aggregator taxis are allowed to pick up passengers directly from the curbside. Private taxis, including long-distance and outstation cabs, must now wait in ...

Karnataka’s former legislator and doctor, Dr. Anjali Nimbalkar, is being widely praised for her quick thinking and heroic act aboard an Indigo flight from Goa to New Delhi. Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah also lauded her actions, calling them a remarkable display of courage and compassion. During the flight, a 34-year-old American woman, Jenny, traveling alone, suffered sudden medical distress. She fainted and lost her pulse, creating a tense situation on the plane. Dr. Anjali immediately performed cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), successfully reviving the passenger and ensuring she was later safely transferred to an ambulance upon landing. Quick Action Averted a Crisis Dr. Anjali, who was traveling to Delhi to attend a Congress event, noticed Jenny showing signs of a he...

In a bizarre case of mass livestock theft, more than 110 pigs were stolen overnight from a village in Karnataka’s Chikkaballapur district. Shockingly, the thieves not only transported the animals in the dark of night but also managed to sell them before daybreak. Police have arrested one accused, while the search for four others is underway. Accused Ran a Pig-Rearing Business While Stealing Animals The arrested man has been identified as Anand, a resident of Lenin Nagar in Andhra Pradesh. Anand, who operated a pig-rearing business, was allegedly involved in stealing livestock to increase his profits.The incident took place on November 5 in Burudugunte village of Chintamani taluk. Farmer Venkata Pati, who owned the pigs, had fed his herd the previous night. But when he returned to the...

Despite several rounds of discussions, the political turmoil within the Karnataka Congress shows no signs of easing. Senior Congress leaders held an extensive meeting in New Delhi to address the ongoing speculation over a possible leadership change in the state. However, no final decision emerged, prompting the party high command to schedule another meeting soon. DK Shivakumar Signals Intent During an interaction with party workers, Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar dropped a significant hint, asking them to “be prepared.” His statement has triggered multiple political interpretations, further intensifying speculation over a potential leadership shift. Meanwhile, former minister K.N. Rajanna launched an indirect attack on Shivakumar, remarking that although some individuals may ...