Karnataka Budget: Capex Lags, Revenue Spending Dominates

Karnataka's 2025-26 budget shows a widening gap between capital and revenue expenditure, with only 46% of capex utilized by January. Chief Minister Siddaramaiah's upcoming budget faces challenges from GST rationalization and reduced central funds.

Telangana Suspends IAS Officer in Formula E Corruption Probe

The Telangana government has suspended 1991-batch IAS officer Arvind Kumar after sanction was granted to prosecute him in the Formula E case. This marks the first suspension of a special chief secretary rank officer in the state in a criminal matter.

Revanth Reddy to Lead Congress Campaign in Hyderabad GHMC Polls

Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy will spearhead the Congress campaign in Hyderabad's urban belt, focusing on governance and infrastructure delivery ahead of the GHMC elections. Development initiatives and project inaugurations are planned across key areas.

Hyderabad Constable Dies by Suicide, Leaves Note

A 28-year-old constable in Hyderabad died by suicide at her residence in Vikarabad. Police found a note stating no one was responsible, but are investigating potential distress from relatives.

Coimbatore Unit Sealed for Counterfeit Adhesive Production

A private industrial unit in Coimbatore's Gandhi Nagar was sealed by a Delhi court-appointed committee for manufacturing and selling counterfeit adhesive products under the brand 'HQ', infringing on the registered 'HP' trademark.

SHRC Orders Water Fix for Attukal Pongala Festival

Kerala's State Human Rights Commission directs officials to urgently restore drinking water in Manacaud ahead of Attukal Pongala, addressing long-term supply disruptions affecting thousands of festival attendees.

Dubai Airports Suspend Flights as Israel-Iran Conflict Escalates

Dubai International and Al Maktoum International airports suspended all operations due to escalating Middle East tensions. Air India and other carriers cancel flights as multiple countries close airspace following US-Israel strikes on Iran and retaliatory

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