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Friday, March 6, 2026
TopicKarnataka

Topic: Karnataka

Karnataka to ban social media for kids under 16, but yet to draw out implementation roadmap

If implemented, Karnataka will become the first Indian state to impose such a ban. Last year, Andhra Pradesh had it was considering a ban on social media for under-16s.

Siddaramaiah presents 3rd revenue deficit budget, sets aside Rs 52,000 cr for 5 promises in Karnataka

Revenue deficit is estimated at Rs 22,957 crore in 2026-27, steadily climbing from Rs 19,262 crore in the previous fiscal.

Behind every silk sari, a woman breaks

The sericulture industry of Karnataka's Ramanagara has thrived for decades with cottage industries passed down through generations, Women make up 60% of the workforce there.

J&K head coach Ajay Sharma: The ‘dictator’ who became ‘Ajju Bhai’ & made champions of also-rans

J&K stand on cusp of history. In their maiden Ranji final, they are set to lift the title. When this triumph is revisited in years to come, one name will dominate the telling: Ajay Sharma.

J&K rattles Karnataka top order on Day 3, Mayank Agrawal fights back with a ton

J&K finished their 1st innings at a strong 584. They now look to take a decisive first innings lead with the hosts finishing the day at 220/5. KL Rahul fails to impress.

‘Only proper cricket on Earth now is in Hubballi’—England fans travel 7,500 km to watch Ranji final

From Suffolk & Yorkshire to Karnataka, the quartet skip ICC T20 World Cup to watch Karnataka vs J&K, hailing India’s domestic game as last bastion of “real” 5-day cricket.

Ranji final: Day 1 belongs to debut finalists J&K; captain retires hurt, but ‘will bat tomorrow’

Electing to bat on a dry Hubballi pitch, J&K reached an impressive 284/2 at the stumps on day 1 against eight-time champions Karnataka. Shubham Pundir is not out at 117.

Sunil Joshi Pavilion—Karnataka cricket honours one of India’s spin bowling veterans

The pavilion was inaugurated during the Ranji Trophy final between Karnataka and J&K. The recognition honours Joshi’s contribution to Karnataka and Indian cricket. 

Valued at $39.2 billion, Karnataka bioeconomy sector accounts for 10% of state’s GSDP—report

Biotechnology has emerged as the fastest-growing segment, valued at $11.46 billion, led by fermentation-based industries, biofuels, enzymes and sustainable materials.

India’s Silicon Beach: As Bengaluru sputters, a new IT haven is taking shape on Karnataka’s coast

The coastal belt of Mangaluru, Udupi and Dakshina Kannada is now dubbed the ‘Silicon Beach’ of India, with hundreds of tech companies setting up shop.

On Camera

Will US waiver on Russian crude help India offset Middle East losses? What market analysts say

Indian refiners had been importing roughly 1 mbpd of Russian crude in the recent months, and the waiver will effectively allow them to lift volumes above this baseline.

Indian Navy says it deployed P-8I, diverted ships to boost efforts to rescue sunk Iran warship’s crew

Two Indian naval ships involved in the search and rescue operations in connection with IRIS Dena, which was operating 20 NM West of Galle in SAR region under Sri Lankan responsibility.

Pakistan is fighting a two-front war. I saw it coming 15 yrs ago

The Pakistani political leadership is weak and devoid of any intellect. Its diplomacy is entirely India-China-US focused and suffers from a presumptive view of Afghanistan as a vassal.