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2 weeks, 4 days ago

'Bengaluru is Bengaluru because...': Woman's 'North Indian' remark sparks debate

A video of a woman claiming that Bengaluru owes much of its success to North Indians has gone viral on social media, sparking a fierce debate online. The woman, who moved to Bengaluru from North India, was asked about her experience of “cultural shock.” She reacted: “I don’t know about the cultural shock, but people here do hate North Indians. …

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2 weeks, 5 days ago

'Bengaluru is what it is because of north Indians,' claims woman in viral video, sparks debate

Hindustan Times

In yet another Bengaluru vs. other cities debate, a recent video featuring a Delhi woman has gone viral. The video, shared widely across social media platforms, captures the woman’s response to a question about the cultural shocks she experienced after moving from North India to Bengaluru. She alleges that people in the city often view North Indians differently and sometimes …

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1 month ago

Puneeth Amarnath on ‘Total Khanna Da!’: ‘A message of love, acceptance and respect from a Kannadiga’s perspective’

The Hindu

Total Khanna Da!, a seven-minute film in Kannada, has gone viral since it dropped online in October 2024. Puneeth used this accusation as a backdrop for Total Khanna Da!, which is a peaceful message of love, acceptance and respect from a Kannadiga’s perspective. There is no need to give up on one’s own roots, culture or language to accommodate others.” …

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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Bank holiday: All banks to remain closed today in Karnataka | Know why

India TV News

Bank holiday in Karnataka: All banks in Karnataka will remain closed on Monday on the occasion of 'Kanakadasa Jayanti'. As Karnataka observes 'Kanakadasa Jayanti' as a public holiday in remembrance of the poet and saint Kanaka Dasa, all banks, schools and government offices will remain closed in the state. Observed on the 18th day of the Kartik month, this day …

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2 months ago

'Ramanagara and Channapatna will develop as twin cities in three years': Former Karnataka CM HD Kumaraswamy

Hindustan Times

With the Channapatna bye-election approaching, former Chief Minister of Karnataka HD Kumaraswamy took aim at Congress leaders on Sunday, declaring, "Thieves are uniting with thieves," to criticize what he views as politically motivated alliances. Meanwhile, I am here to ask for votes with a focus on development," Kumaraswamy said, pledging, "Within three years, we will see Ramanagara and Channapatna develop …

Karnataka Congress Channapatna Minister Nikhil Kumaraswamy Ramanagara

2 months ago

Congress Leaders Prepare for Maharashtra Campaign: Border States Crucial for Karnataka

New Indian Express

Congress leaders from border districts of Karnataka will be campaigning in Maharashtra for the assembly elections scheduled for November 20. The elections are crucial for the Congress, especially for leaders from North Karnataka, as many districts along the border have a significant population of Kannadigas. The Congress has prepared a list of leaders from Bidar, Kalaburagi, Vijayapura and Belagavi districts …

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2 months, 1 week ago

Karnataka's Progressive Status Under Fire as State Faces Injustice in Tax Devolution

The Hindu

Karnataka is facing injustice in tax devolution due to its progressive status. Chief Minister Siddaramaiah highlighted the need for justice in the devolution of taxes and urged MPs to address the issue in the Parliament. He also called upon people to take pride in Kannada and bring it into daily use as much as possible.

2 months, 2 weeks ago

Learn Kannada Phrases While Riding in Bengaluru Auto

News 18

A Kannada phrase pamphlet is going viral in Bengaluru, India. The pamphlet features useful phrases for non-Kannadigas to communicate with auto drivers, including greetings, directions, and safety warnings. The pamphlet also includes QR codes linking to video demos for better pronunciation and learning.

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2 months, 2 weeks ago

Auto driver’s posters help non-Kannadigas bridge language barrier

New Indian Express

“I have been driving an auto in Bengaluru for more than six years, and can comfortably communicate in Kannada, English, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu and Marathi. It is the language of Karnataka, and one of the basic things auto drivers like me expect is to converse in Kannada,” Sultan said. With the help of a few auto unions and his friends …

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3 months, 3 weeks ago

Priyank Kharge proposes sister city corridor between Bengaluru and San Francisco

The Hindu

Karnataka has proposed the establishment of a sister city corridor between Bengaluru and San Francisco to boost collaborations around innovation, entrepreneurship, and trade between these cities. Addressing the media at Karnataka Bhavan in New Delhi, the Minister said his discussion with the Ambassador also covered facilitating U.S. market access opportunities for emerging enterprises in Karnataka. Discussions were also held regarding …

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3 months, 4 weeks ago

Pro-Kannada organisations oppose Hindi Diwas celebrations in Karnataka

The Hindu

Kannada organisations across Karnataka have expressed their opposition to the Hindi Diwas celebrations to be held on September 14. As September 14 is a holiday on account of being a second Saturday, the ‘Hindi Herike Virodhi Karnataka’ staged a protest in front of the State Bank of India head office on Kempegowda Road in Bengaluru on September 13. Celebration of …

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4 months ago

‘Bengaluru Belongs to Kannadigas’: Man’s Rules For ‘Outsiders’ Draws Flak From the Internet

News 18

A man from Karnataka sparked a chatter online after posting a message directed at non-Kannada speakers arriving in the Silicon Valley of India. The man claimed that anyone who doesn’t speak or attempt to learn Kannada would be treated as an “outsider” in the city. Read| Bengaluru Auto Driver Who Slapped Woman to Pay Rs 30,000 in Legal Fees, Spend …

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4 months, 2 weeks ago

Congress brass backs Karnataka CM, ready to fight in courts

New Indian Express

He said Siddaramaiah and Shivakumar briefed Rahul Gandhi on how a systematic and designed assault had been unleashed through the office of the “puppet governor, by BJP and JDS as part of their sinister conspiracy and design to destabilise an elected government”. “Frustrated by a decimating defeat, the Prime Minister, home minister and the entire BJP leadership are now hiding …

Congress Bjp Siddaramaiah

5 months ago

KDA appeals to Karnataka govt to restore mausoleum of PaPu

The Hindu

The Kannada Development Authority has appealed to the government of Karnataka to restore the mausoleum of writer, Kannada activist and ‘Gandhian’ Patil Puttappa, better known as ‘PaPu’ and to pay tribute in a proper manner. In a letter to the State Government, the KDA has urged Shivananda Patil, Minister in charge of Haveri district, Minister of Kannada and Culture Shivraj …

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5 months, 1 week ago

Karnataka Santosh Lad Rushes Wayanad on CM's Instructions

Deccan Chronicle

In response to a directive from Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, Labour Minister Santosh Lad has urgently traveled to Wayanad, Kerala, to assist with relief efforts following a devastating landslide. The Chief Minister, during a phone call, instructed Lad to provide comprehensive support, including rescue operations and other necessary aid, to assist the Kerala government in managing the crisis.Upon receiving the call, …

Kerala Wayanad Minister Kannadigas Lad

5 months, 2 weeks ago

Kannadiga quota bill needs to be reconsidered

New Indian Express

Already facing a backlash from the opposition for alleged corruption and nepotism, the Congress government in Karnataka suffered a loss of face on July 17. Within a few hours of announcing a law to reserve private sector jobs for Kannadigas in the state, it encountered sharp protests from the industry and put the bill on hold. approved a bill to …

Post Kannadigas Kannadiga

5 months, 2 weeks ago

Stalin, Siddaramaiah Among 4 CMs Boycotting PM Modi-Led NITI Aayog Meet To Protest 'Discriminatory' Budget

ABP News

NITI Aayog Meeting: Chief Ministers of four states including three ruled by the Congress are set to boycott the NITI Aayog meeting to be chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on July 27. He said Tamil Nadu has been completely ignored in the Union Budget and to condemn it, he said he will boycott the July 27 NITI Aayog meet …

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5 months, 2 weeks ago

Karnataka to boycott NITI Aayog meeting chaired by PM, over neglect of state in budget: CM Siddaramaiah

Hindustan Times

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Tuesday said his government had decided to boycott the NITI Aayog meeting chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on July 27, as a mark of protest against the "neglect" of the state’s demands in the Union Budget. Karnataka to boycott NITI Aayog meeting chaired by PM, over neglect of state in budget: CM Siddaramaiah He …

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5 months, 2 weeks ago

Karnataka govt to teach Kannada to Bengaluru Malayalis, 20 tuition centers to be launched

Hindustan Times

The Karnataka government is all set to launch a Kannada learning programme for Malayalis living in Bengaluru. Karnataka govt to teach Kannada to Bengaluru Malayalis in 20 tuition centers Speaker UT Khader will inaugurate the event on Thursday, and KDA will reportedly set up 20 Kannada learning centres in Bengaluru. He also called Kannadigas ‘generous’ and said they must create …

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5 months, 2 weeks ago

Karnataka cabinet defers discussion on job quota

New Indian Express

BENGALURU: The CM Siddaramaiah cabinet on Monday did not officially discuss the contentious Employment of Local Candidates Bill to ensure job reservation for Kannadigas in the private sector. Medical Education Minister Dr Sharan Prakash Patil briefed the cabinet on NEET, sources said. The cabinet discussed the issue of ED officials allegedly putting pressure on the former managing director of the …

Minister Cabinet Neet Kannadigas

5 months, 2 weeks ago

After Stalin, Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah announces to boycott NITI Aayog meet citing 'discrimination' in budget

India TV News

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Tuesday announced the boycott of the NITI Aayog meeting, to be convened under the chairmanship of PM Modi on July 27. We have decided to boycott the NITI Aayog meeting, which will be chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on 27 July, as a mark of protest", Siddaramaiah added in his post. Stalin also to …

Karnataka Tamil Nadu Budget Boycott State Meet Pm Modi

5 months, 2 weeks ago

Biocon name board defaced after founder opposes Karnataka job quota bill

New Indian Express

BENGALURU: Unidentified individuals smeared black paint on a name board of Biocon, after its founder, Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw, opposed the proposed reservation for Kannadigas in the private sector. A video that went viral on social media shows black paint smeared on the logos and name of Biocon, but there is no confirmation about the location. A pro-Kannada organisation shared the video …

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5 months, 2 weeks ago

PhonePe founder apologises for comments on Karnataka's jobs-for-locals Bill

The Hindu

Sameer Nigam, founder and CEO of digital payment gateway start-up PhonePe, on Sunday apologised for his comments on the draft Bill for job reservation for Kannadigas. Stressing that PhonePe was born in Bengaluru, he said: “The city thrives on an incredible culture of innovation, and attracts the most brilliant young minds from Karnataka and the rest of India. We believe …

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5 months, 2 weeks ago

’I am truly sorry...’: PhonePe CEO Sameer Nigam offers apology for lashing out at Karnataka reservation bill

Live Mint

India's digital payment operator, PhonePe's Chief Executive Officer Sameer Nigam issued an apology on Sunday, July 21, after facing a backlash from the netizens for sharing his views about the new Karnataka Reservation Bill on the social media platform X. If my comments hurt anyone’s sentiments in such a way, I am truly sorry and would like to offer you …

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'Bengaluru is Bengaluru because...': Woman's 'North Indian' remark sparks debate

'Bengaluru is what it is because of north Indians,' claims woman in viral video, sparks debate

Puneeth Amarnath on ‘Total Khanna Da!’: ‘A message of love, acceptance and respect from a Kannadiga’s perspective’

Bank holiday: All banks to remain closed today in Karnataka | Know why

'Ramanagara and Channapatna will develop as twin cities in three years': Former Karnataka CM HD Kumaraswamy

Congress Leaders Prepare for Maharashtra Campaign: Border States Crucial for Karnataka

Karnataka's Progressive Status Under Fire as State Faces Injustice in Tax Devolution

Learn Kannada Phrases While Riding in Bengaluru Auto

Auto driver’s posters help non-Kannadigas bridge language barrier

Priyank Kharge proposes sister city corridor between Bengaluru and San Francisco

Pro-Kannada organisations oppose Hindi Diwas celebrations in Karnataka

‘Bengaluru Belongs to Kannadigas’: Man’s Rules For ‘Outsiders’ Draws Flak From the Internet

Congress brass backs Karnataka CM, ready to fight in courts

KDA appeals to Karnataka govt to restore mausoleum of PaPu

Karnataka Santosh Lad Rushes Wayanad on CM's Instructions

Kannadiga quota bill needs to be reconsidered

Stalin, Siddaramaiah Among 4 CMs Boycotting PM Modi-Led NITI Aayog Meet To Protest 'Discriminatory' Budget

Karnataka to boycott NITI Aayog meeting chaired by PM, over neglect of state in budget: CM Siddaramaiah

Karnataka govt to teach Kannada to Bengaluru Malayalis, 20 tuition centers to be launched

Karnataka cabinet defers discussion on job quota

After Stalin, Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah announces to boycott NITI Aayog meet citing 'discrimination' in budget

Biocon name board defaced after founder opposes Karnataka job quota bill

PhonePe founder apologises for comments on Karnataka's jobs-for-locals Bill

’I am truly sorry...’: PhonePe CEO Sameer Nigam offers apology for lashing out at Karnataka reservation bill