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'Why are Assam youths leaving state for work?' Priyank Kharge hits back after Himanta Biswa Sarma calls him ‘first-class idiot’ amid semiconductor investments row
A heated exchange erupted between Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma and Karnataka IT-BT minister Priyank Kharge concerning semiconductor plant investments. Kharge alleged central "arm-twisting" diverting funds from Karnataka to Gujarat and Assam, questioning the latter's industrial talent. Sarma fiercely defended Assam's youth, calling Kharge an "idiot" and threatening legal action.
'Can't tell them not to be in the race': Buzz over Karnataka CM post intensifies; Siddaramaiah drops 'hints', Parameshwara adds twist
Karnataka's Congress government faces internal turmoil as the halfway mark approaches. Two factions, led by Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy CM D.K. Shivakumar, are reportedly vying for control, with whispers of a potential CM change. Both leaders are set to meet party high command, signaling a critical juncture for the state's leadership.
Labour Minister Santosh Lad calls for 75% reservation in Karnataka
Minister for Food and Civil Supplies K.H. Muniyappa, Minister for Labour Santosh Lad and others take part in the programme to mark 93rd birth anniversary of former CM S. Bangarappa at Sorab
Here are the big stories from Karnataka today
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Karnataka Transport Minister Ramalinga Reddy flags poor performance of e-bus operators in Bengaluru
The lack of structured driver training, poor vehicle maintenance, and reduced manpower deployment as low as 1.9 to 2.0 employees per bus against the required 2.3 have led to service disruptions and a spike in accidents
Cyclone Montha: IMD issues yellow alert for 11 districts in Karnataka
Uttara Kannada, Udupi, Dakshina Kannada, Bidar, Kalaburgi, Yadgir, Vijayapura, Bagalkot, Raichur, Koppal and Gadag districts are likely to receive heavy rainfall till October 28
Two CPI(M) activists arrested during campaign in Bengaluru
Both are members of CPI(M) IT Front local committee, and Adiga is the general secretary of Karnataka State IT/ITeS Employees Union
Bengaluru weather: Rain expected today; AQI remains good
Bengaluru is bracing for a rainy October 27, 2025, with a 90% chance of precipitation and temperatures between 19°C and 22.3°C. While yesterday's air quality was good, today's humidity and rain might impact pollution. Residents are advised to carry umbrellas and masks, with indoor activities recommended. The week ahead promises clearer skies and warmer weather by the weekend.
Cyclone Montha: IMD forecasts widespread rainfall in Karnataka till October 30
For Bengaluru city and the neighbourhood the forecast for the next 36 hours is generally cloudy skies with light to moderate rain
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- 'Why are Assam youths leaving state for work?' Priyank Kharge hits back after Himanta Biswa Sarma calls him ‘first-class idiot’ amid semiconductor investments row
- 'Can't tell them not to be in the race': Buzz over Karnataka CM post intensifies; Siddaramaiah drops 'hints', Parameshwara adds twist
- Labour Minister Santosh Lad calls for 75% reservation in Karnataka
- Cyclone Montha: Railways cancel over 60 trains in view of passenger safety | Check full list here
- Here are the big stories from Karnataka today
