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Hubballi Dalit groups protest honour killing of Manya Patil
Dalit organisations and seers held a silent protest in Hubballi against the honour killing of Manya Patil. They demanded punishment for the guilty and called for societal unity to end such crimes.
Karnataka Govt Plans Special Law to Curb Honour Killings
Karnataka Minister H K Patil announces a new special law to prevent honour killings. The government also declares 12th-century saint Basavanna as the state's cultural icon to promote social health.
Siddaramaiah Pledges Fast-Track Trial in Honour Killing Case
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah vows fast-track court & new law after pregnant Manya Patil's honour killing. A chargesheet will be filed within 60 days. Read for details.
Siddaramaiah Fast-Tracks Dalit 'Dishonour Killing' Case
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah announces a fast-track court for a Dalit atrocity case, mandates chargesheet in 60 days and appoints a private prosecutor. Read the latest developments.
Fast-track court, new law for Dharwad honour killing: Karnataka CM
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah announces a fast-track court & new legislation after the honour killing of a pregnant woman in Dharwad. Three such cases reported in the state last year. Read for details.
Congress Leader Murder: Bajwa Slams Punjab Law & Order
Congress leader Partap Singh Bajwa condemns the murder of Umarsir Singh in Moga, calling it a result of AAP govt's law & order collapse. Read the full story and demands for justice.
Karnataka Opposition: No New Law Needed for Honour Killings
Karnataka opposition leaders criticize CM Siddaramaiah's proposed new law on honour killings, calling existing laws sufficient. They also accuse the govt of failing Dalits and women. Read more.
Lingayat Groups Observe Repentance Day for Honour Killing
Lingayat organisations in Gadag break silence on Manya Patil's honour killing, observe Repentance Day with Dalit groups. Demands for justice grow as community leaders condemn caste violence.
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Karnataka mulls strict law to prevent honour killings
Karnataka govt considers a stringent 'Manya Patil' law against honour killings after a pregnant woman's murder. Minister announces compensation, probe into negligence. Read the latest updates.
Karnataka to enact strict law to prevent honour killings
Karnataka's Social Welfare Minister H C Mahadevappa vows to discuss a stringent law against honour killings after the murder of pregnant Manya Doddamani. The government also provided Rs 2 lakh compensation to each of the eight injured family members.
Karnataka Congress Urges 50% New Faces in Cabinet Reshuffle
Karnataka Congress Chief Whip Saleem Ahmed reveals leadership urged to shift ministers to party work and include 50% new faces in the state cabinet. Latest political developments.
Karnataka Home Minister Hopes for Political Promotion by 2026
Karnataka Home Minister G Parameshwara openly discusses his political ambitions, hoping for a promotion by 2026. He also addresses the Congress party's internal dynamics and future strategy.
Parameshwara Pledges Action on Hubballi Honour Killing Case
Karnataka Home Minister G Parameshwara visits victim's family, promises special prosecutor for Hubballi honour killing case and a review of existing laws. Read the latest updates.
Bareilly teen found murdered, father arrested for honour killing
A 17-year-old girl missing for a week was found murdered in a Budaun mustard field. Police arrested her father for an alleged honour killing. Read the shocking details.
Minister visits family in Hubballi honour killing case
Excise Minister RB Timmapur visits the Doddamani family in Inam Veerapur, directs police for swift action and compensation after a pregnant woman was killed for marrying a Dalit man. Read the full report.
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BJP Chief Vijayendra Compares Karnataka to 'Udta Punjab'
Karnataka BJP chief B Y Vijayendra accuses Congress government of creating 'Udta Karnataka', alleging CM Siddaramaiah bowed to Kerala CM pressure. Read the full political row details.
Noida: Body found in bag at dumping yard, police probe on
Noida police intensify surveillance after a young woman's body is found in a Sector 145 dumping yard. Six teams are working to identify the victim and trace the accused. Read the latest updates.
MLC Saleem Ahmed visits Hubballi honour killing victims
Hubballi MLC Saleem Ahmed visited victims of the Inam Veerapur honour killing. He condemned the caste system and addressed Kerala CM's remarks on Bengaluru demolitions. Read more.
Demand for 'Manya Act' After Honour Killing in Hubballi
The alleged honour killing of Manya Patil in Hubballi renews calls for a strict law against caste violence. Activists launch online campaign for the 'Manya Act'. Join the call for justice.
Ministers visit Hubballi honour killing victims, announce aid
Ministers visit Hubballi honour killing victims, offer Rs 2.5 lakh compensation. Police suspend staff, case transferred to DCRE. Govt vows justice and communal harmony meetings.
AIBSP Demands SIT Probe in Hubballi Honour Killing Case
AIBSP condemns the honour killing of a pregnant woman in Inam Veerapur, demands SIT probe, Rs 50 lakh compensation, and warns of statewide agitation. Read the full story.
Activists Push for 'Manya Act' to Stop Honour Killings in Karnataka
Following the murder of pregnant woman Manya Patil in Hubballi, activists demand a strict law against honour killings. They urge the Karnataka government to enact the 'Manya Act'.
Chhattisgarh Scraps Guard of Honour for Ministers, Cops
Chhattisgarh govt abolishes ceremonial Guard of Honour for ministers & police officers during routine visits. Move aims to free police for core duties. Read details.
Four Arrested in Bijnor for Murder Over Relationship
Bijnor police arrest four for strangling a 25-year-old man over his relationship with a cousin. The accused staged the death as a road accident. Details of the chilling crime inside.
Karnataka Passes India's First Anti-Hate Law
Karnataka's legislature passed the pioneering Hate Speech and Hate Crimes Bill, 2025. The Congress defends it as necessary, while the BJP calls it draconian. Read about the fierce debate.
Chhattisgarh Scraps Guard of Honour for Routine Visits
Chhattisgarh govt abolishes colonial-era Guard of Honour tradition for ministers & police officers during routine tours to better deploy police for public safety. Read details.
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