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The Karnataka cabinet has formally approved the formation of a Special Enquiry Team (SET) to investigate the controversial case involving the suspended Director General of Police (DGP), K Ramachandra Rao. The decision comes amid mounting public scrutiny over unverified sleaze videos that allegedly implicate the former DGP, prompting the state government to seek a transparent probe. Background and Context In early January, a series of videos surfaced online, purportedly showing the suspended DGP in compromising situations. Although the authenticity of the footage has not been confirmed, the allegations sparked widespread debate about police conduct and accountability in Karnataka. The incident coincided with…

In a landmark move to accelerate Bengaluru’s reputation as a global technology hub, the Karnataka government has announced the establishment of the Centre for Applied AI in the city’s HSR Layout. The new Applied AI centre Bengaluru will be housed at the Keonics facility and is set to become a flagship initiative under the state’s deep‑tech decade strategy. Background and Context Bengaluru, often dubbed the “Silicon Valley of India,” has long been a magnet for software, hardware, and research firms. Yet, the city’s growth has been uneven, with a gap between cutting‑edge research and commercial deployment. The state’s recent focus…

Karnataka has announced the launch of a new Centre for Applied AI in Bengaluru’s HSR Layout, a move that signals the state’s commitment to becoming a hub for deep‑tech innovation. The centre, named CATS – Centre for Applied AI for Tech Solutions, will be set up in partnership with NASSCOM and will receive a total investment of ₹20 crore over four years, split 40:40:20 between the Union Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), the Karnataka government and industry partners. Background/Context Bengaluru, often dubbed the “Silicon Valley of India,” has been a magnet for technology startups and multinational IT firms. Yet,…

Karnataka High Court rejects Congress member’s plea to quash FIR over abuse of woman officer Lead paragraph The Karnataka High Court has dismissed a petition filed by Congress functionary BV Rajeev Gowda, who sought to have an FIR against him for allegedly threatening Sidlaghatta city municipal council commissioner Amrutha Gowda over the removal of unauthorized film‑promotion banners. In a ruling delivered on 22 January 2026, Justice M Nagaprasanna upheld the police registration of the complaint, emphasizing that the use of abusive language towards a public servant, especially a woman, constitutes a punishable offence under Section 79 of the Karnataka Banned Words and Slogans (BNS) Act. Background/Context In…

The Karnataka High Court has dismissed a petition filed by Congress member BV Rajeev Gowda, who sought to quash an FIR alleging that he threatened and abused Sidlaghatta city municipal commissioner Amrutha Gowda over the removal of unauthorized film‑promotion banners. The court ruled that the alleged insults and threats constitute a punishable offence under Section 79 of the Karnataka Banned Words and Nuisances (BNS) Act, and that the complaint warrants investigation. Background / Context In early January, a group of banners promoting the film of a minister’s son were erected across Sidlaghatta, a town in Karnataka’s Chikkaballapur district. The banners, which obstructed traffic and…

Karnataka High Court rejects Congressman’s plea to quash an FIR filed against him for allegedly threatening a municipal commissioner, marking a decisive stance on abuse of public servants. Background/Context In a high‑profile case that has captured the attention of political observers and civil society alike, the Karnataka High Court dismissed a petition filed by Congress functionary BV Rajeev Gowda. Gowda sought to have an FIR registered against him for allegedly harassing Sidlaghatta City Municipal Council Commissioner Amrutha Gowda over the removal of unauthorized film‑promotion banners. The court’s decision underscores the judiciary’s intolerance for verbal abuse directed at women in public office and highlights…