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Some schools reopen in Indian state after hijab dispute

Some schools reopened in the Indian state of Karnataka on Monday after closing last week when protests erupted over students being barred from wearing the hijab in class.

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Karnataka top news developments on February 14, 2022

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The Hindu

A game of thrones in Karnataka Congress

The clash of egos between Siddaramaiah and D.K. Shivakumar is a cause of concern for the party

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Caste Census assumes importance in the wake of SC order on reservation to OBCs in local bodies

In the backdrop of the Supreme Court order on reservation to other backward classes (OBCs) in local body elections, the Social, Educational and Economic Survey or the caste census conducted by the Backward Classes Commission has assumed importance in Karnataka. In fact, the crucial taluk and zilla panchayat elections could…

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Anti-Conversion Bill to come before Council in this session

Amid row over wearing of Hijab by students in educational institutions that has engulfed the State, the Anti-Conversion Bill, which has been passed by the Legislative Assembly in Belagavi in the earlier legislature session, is scheduled to be brought before the Legislative Council for its approval this time. The Karnataka…

The Hindu

Karnataka reports 2,372 new COVID-19 cases, 27 deaths

Currently, there are 35,697 active cases across the State

The Hindu

HRF expresses solidarity with students in Hijab issue

The Human Rights Forum (HRF) has expressed unconditional solidarity with the Muslim girl students of Karnataka, in the context of the recent issue around Hijab or veil as religious identity.

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Stage set for joint session of Karnataka legislature, amid Hijab row in the state

BENGALURU: The joint session of the Karnataka Legislature that will begin from Monday is likely to be rocked by the ongoing Hijab row and related law and order situation in the state, allegations of kickbacks by contractors association and Mekedatu project implementation issue, among others.

The Times of India

Ragi farmers in Karnataka hit hard by procurement policy

‘Farmers are selling their produce around 35% less than the MSP since government is delaying procurement’

The Hindu

Number 1 state in solar energy, Rajasthan crosses 10,000 MW milestone

JAIPUR: Solar energy capacity in Rajasthan has crossed the 10,000-megawatt milestone, accounting for 20% of the total capacity in the country. Already the No. 1 state in terms of capacity, Rajasthan’s lead over Karnataka and Gujarat has further increased.

The Times of India

Hijab ban in Indian state violates religious freedom: US official

US official for religious freedom criticises hijab ban by southern Indian state, drawing a sharp response from India.

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State may witness coalition after 2023 Assembly polls: Deve Gowda

President of the Janata Dal (Secular) H.D. Deve Gowda said here on Saturday that Karnataka may witness a coalition Government after the 2023 Assembly elections.Addressing presspersons before inaugurat

The Hindu

Karnataka government asks eviction drive against street vendors to be put on hold

The street vendors in the city were at the receiving end of an eviction drive by the civic- and police authorities as part of a “footpath encroachment clearance drive”

The Hindu

Ban on hijab in schools triggers wave of protests across India

The refusal to allow Muslim girls wearing hijabs to attend schools in India's southern state of Karnataka has escalated into a national row pitting freedom of religious belief against "communalism".

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Hijab row | Azim Premji University students express solidarity with students under attack

“Events have raised serious concerns regarding the future of education in India and the idea of a pluralistic and inclusive society,” say signatories

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India dismisses U.S. official’s remarks on hijab controversy

Motivated comments on internal issues not welcome: MEA

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Hafta letters: Assembly elections, Newslaundry’s 10th anniversary, Karnataka hijab row

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Karnataka top news developments on February 12, 2022

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Hijab ban violates religious freedom: U.S. on Karnataka hijab issue

‘Karnataka should not determine permissibility of religious clothing’

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Coronavirus updates | February 12, 2022

Canada to make changes to COVID border restrictions next week, says official

The Times of India

Karnataka: Rise of SDPI hurting Congress in coastal, Malnad regions

BENGALURU: Sandwiched between BJP, which is toeing an aggressive Hindutva line, and fundamental Islamic political outfit Social Democratic Party of India (SDPI) on the other, the Congress faces the threat of erosion of its majority Hindu and minority Muslim vote-bank especially in coast al and Malnad regions.

The Times of India

Tamil Nadu urges Cauvery panel to ensure water release by Karnataka

CHENNAI: Tamil Nadu has urged the Cauvery Water Management Authority (CWMA) to ensure that Karnataka releases Cauvery water to TN as per schedule this year.

The Times of India

Girls should not wear hijab on campus: Bihar BJP president Sanjay Kumar Jaiswal

PATNA: Referring to the ongoing row surrounding the wearing of hijab by Muslim girl students in Karnataka, Bihar BJP president Sanjay Kumar Jaiswal said on Friday that “children” should abide by the “public (executive) order” (issued by the government, administration or any institution) and abandon the practice of wearing hijab…

The Times of India

UGC allocation to Karnataka colleges dries up, infra development takes a beating

BENGALURU: Many colleges in the state are reeling under fund shortage as University Grants Commission (UGC) allocations to them have dried up over the past two years.

The Times of India

Covid-19: Month on, 59% of those due for 3rd dose covered in Karnataka

BENGALURU: A month after the Centre started providing precautionary Covid-19 vaccine dose to senior citizens and healthcare and frontline workers, Karnataka has vaccinated 59% of the target population as on February 11 morning. Across the country, administration of the third shot began on January 10.

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