'Withdraw FIRs now': CJP to BJP after top court clarifies order on protest-linked cases

CJP spokesperson Das asked the government to withdraw FIRs against protesters after the Supreme Court clarified its order. Das said, “Now that the Supreme Court has removed confusions, we expect the Government of India and all BJP/NDA-ruled states to immediately honour the assurances given on 25 July to the young.”

Karnataka Cabinet: Laxman Savadi seen as political counterfoil to Satish Jarkiholi

Congress MLA Laxman Savadi is joining the Karnataka Cabinet as a political counterfoil to Satish Jarkiholi. The Athani leader got this promotion due to his proximity to Chief Minister D. K. Shivakumar. Savadi, a known crowd-puller among Lingayat leaders, now holds a key role to balance power in the region.

Udhayanidhi Slams Arrest of Farmers Heading to Delhi for Mekedatu Protest

Tamil Nadu Opposition Leader Udhayanidhi Stalin on Sunday condemned the Maharashtra State Police for arresting farmers in Nagpur. The farmers were travelling by train to Delhi for a protest against the Mekedatu dam. Udhayanidhi said, "I strongly condemn the Maharashtra State Police for arresting Tamil Nadu farmers in Nagpur."

North Karnataka Leaders, One From Coast Become Karnataka Ministers

Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge approved 20 names for the Karnataka Cabinet on Monday. The list gives eight berths to North Karnataka and one to Coastal Karnataka. The party brought back experienced leaders like B Nagendra and Mankala Vaidya. This move aims to balance regional representation and strengthen the party base.