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Karnataka's CM DK Shivakumar OKs IAS officer's prosecution in KPSC exam paper leak case
Karnataka's Chief Minister D K Shivakumar has approved the prosecution of IAS officer Gyanendra Kumar Gangwar. This decision relates to allegations of corruption involving the Karnataka Public Service Commission examination. Gangwar is accused of leaking exam questions to an accomplice while serving as controller of examinations. The investigation is being conducted by the CID's Special Investigation Team and the Enforcement Directorate.
Maternity leave no excuse for unapproved absence: Karnataka high court
In a significant ruling, Karnataka High Court clarified that while maternity leave offers essential protections, it does not allow for excessive unauthorized leave. A former employee was terminated for not returning after her leave expired, despite her reasons concerning her newborn and health. The court highlighted the need for accountability in public service roles, affirming that her dismissal was justified and lawful.
West Graduates’ Constituency: Counting staff told to ensure transparency
Returning Officer for the Karnataka Legislative Council West Graduates’ Constituency election K.M. Janaki has urged vote-counting supervisors and assistants to ensure transparency and accountability at every stage of the counting process
Over 17 lakh applications seeking grant of land remain pending or rejected in Karnataka
Most of the applications made under two separate legislations, Forest Rights Act and Land Revenue Act, have been rejected
Public employment is no leisurely obligation, it is position of responsibility: Karnataka High Court
‘Protective umbrella of maternity benefits is intended to shield motherhood from the rigours of employment; it is not intended to immunise an employee from the discipline that employment necessarily demands’
Education, legal awareness key to preventing child abuse and child marriage: Women’s commission chief
Education and legal awareness are essential to prevent child abuse and eradicate child marriage, says Karnataka State Commission for Women chairperson Nagalakshmi Chowdhary
AgriGold bond verification in Karnataka from October 27; nine centres set up
The verification exercise follows the Andhra Pradesh government’s constitution of a five-member Group of Ministers to review and address issues concerning AgriGold depositors.
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