Author: ADAC GTMasters
At 81, Prabha Mallesh is still standing before her easel, brush poised, breathing life into the Mysore painting style with a vigor that defies age. Her latest exhibition, “Rooted in Gold – The Times Art of Mysore Painting,” unveiled this Sunday in Bengaluru, showcases over 600 canvases that blend traditional iconography with a fresh, subdued palette and subtle three‑dimensional depth, redefining a centuries‑old art form for a contemporary audience. Background and Context Prabha’s journey began in the quiet village of Kalasa, Chikkamagaluru, where the rhythms of rural life and the stories her father narrated about mythological epics seeded her artistic curiosity.…
In a surprising policy shift, the Karnataka government has announced that the state’s SSLC toppers will receive a ₹50,000 cash prize instead of the previously promised laptops. The decision, unveiled by the School Education Department, will see the award distributed via direct bank transfer to the students’ Aadhaar-linked accounts. Background and Context The original plan, introduced by Chief Minister Siddaramaiah during Children’s Day celebrations, had earmarked laptops for the top three students in every district and taluk. The move was intended to bridge the digital divide and equip bright young minds with modern learning tools. However, the Department of School…
In a landmark move, 113 police officers have been awarded a combined cash prize of Rs 35 lakh for their pivotal role in solving two high‑profile cases – the rape case against former Hassan MP Prajwal Revanna and the bank dacoity in Davanagere. The announcement, made by the Karnataka Home Department, marks the first time such a substantial monetary incentive has been distributed to a large cohort of law‑enforcement personnel for a single investigative effort. Background and Context The Prajwal Revanna case, which culminated in a life sentence for the former MP’s grandson, drew national attention due to the political stature of…
In a landmark move that could reshape the medical admission landscape for Overseas Citizens of India (OCI), the Karnataka government has officially released draft quota rules that delineate the eligibility of OCI holders for medical seats. The new guidelines, published on January 21, 2026, clarify that OCI candidates born on or before March 4, 2021—or holding an OCI card before that date—are ineligible for any reservation that applies to Indian citizens. Conversely, those born on or after March 5, 2021, or holding an OCI card thereafter, may only contest Non‑Resident Indian (NRI) or supernumerary seats. The draft aligns Karnataka’s policy with recent Supreme Court…
In a landmark move that could reshape the medical admission landscape for Overseas Citizens of India (OCI), the Karnataka government has released draft quota rules that align state policies with the Supreme Court’s directives and central government guidelines. The new framework, published on January 21, will determine how OCI holders are treated in the state’s medical entrance process, affecting thousands of aspirants across the country. Background/Context For years, students with OCI status have faced ambiguity in the allocation of seats in Karnataka’s government medical colleges. While the central government has clarified that OCI holders born before March 5, 2021, are…
In a landmark decision that could reshape last‑mile mobility across India, the Karnataka High Court on Friday struck down the state’s blanket ban on bike taxis, ruling that the prohibition violates Article 19(6) of the Constitution and the Motor Vehicles Act. The verdict, delivered by a division bench, declares that motorcycles can be treated as transport vehicles and contract carriages, and that the state’s ban is an unreasonable restriction on the right to carry passengers for hire. Background and Context For years, Karnataka’s transport authorities have grappled with the challenge of providing efficient, affordable last‑mile connectivity in congested urban corridors. In…