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Karnataka Launches KEO, an Affordable AI-Ready Personal Computer

Karnataka has introduced KEO, a compact and low-cost AI-ready personal computer developed to bridge the digital learning divide across the State. Designed in collaboration with KEONICS, the device...

November 18, 2025    India Nation & States Current Affairs

Remembering Saalumarada Thimmakka: the Mother of Karnataka’s Trees

The passing of renowned environmentalist Saalumarada Thimmakka marks the end of an era in grassroots conservation in Karnataka. Widely admired for her lifelong commitment to tree planting and...

November 14, 2025    Environment & Biodiversity Current Affairs

Karnataka Menstrual Leave Policy for Working Women

The Karnataka government has introduced a formal menstrual leave framework that grants working women one paid day off each month. The policy aims to improve workplace well-being, productivity,...

November 13, 2025

Karnataka to Establish Skill University at Sandur

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has announced the establishment of a new Skill University in Sandur, aimed at transforming the State into a leading hub for technical education and...

November 5, 2025    Science & Technology

Atlas Moth Recorded in Karnataka

A rare Atlas Moth (Attacus atlas), among the world’s largest moths, has been recorded from the Karwar region of coastal Karnataka, highlighting rich monsoon biodiversity across the Western...

October 31, 2025

Karnataka Launches Local Economy Accelerator Programme (LEAP)

Karnataka has introduced the Local Economy Accelerator Programme (LEAP) to encourage innovation and entrepreneurship across the State. This ₹1,000-crore initiative focuses on expanding technology ecosystems beyond Bengaluru to...

September 25, 2025    Government Schemes Current Affairs

Karnataka Cabinet Approves Key Legislative Bills 2025

The Karnataka State Cabinet recently approved 18 bills ahead of the joint legislative session in 2025. These laws cover a broad spectrum of social reform, urban governance, environmental...

August 11, 2025    States Current Affairs

Karnataka Launches Fully Digital E-Stamping System

The Karnataka government has introduced draft rules to digitise the entire e-stamping and registration process. This move aims to make the system completely paperless and eliminate additional service...

July 17, 2025    Government Schemes Current Affairs

Karnataka Mis-Information and Fake News (Prohibition) Bill, 2025

The Karnataka Mis-Information and Fake News (Prohibition) Bill, 2025, aims to regulate social media content by defining and penalising fake news. This legislation introduces severe penalties, including up...

July 3, 2025    Legal & Constitution Current Affairs

Karnataka Leads India in Wind Power Capacity Growth

Karnataka has emerged as a frontrunner in wind energy production in India. In the financial year 2024-25, the state added an impressive 1,331.48 MW of wind power capacity....

June 16, 2025    Environment & Biodiversity Current Affairs

Andhra Pradesh Bans Totapuri Mangoes from Karnataka

The Andhra Pradesh government imposed a ban on the entry of Totapuri mangoes from Karnataka into Chittoor district. This decision has led to tensions between the two states,...

June 13, 2025    Agriculture Current Affairs

Karnataka’s Proposed Gig Worker Welfare Fund Levy

Karnataka is set to implement a differential levy on app-based platforms to establish a social security scheme for gig and platform workers. This initiative, if approved, could shape...

April 15, 2025    Government Schemes Current Affairs