A 19-year-old second-year student from Koshys Group of Institutions, allegedly died by suicide at her residence in Kadusonnappanahalli, Bagalur. According to police, the victim was identified as Sana Parvin, who was stalked, harassed and threatened by a former collegemate.

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Saturday urged people to avoid the company of 'sanatanis' and remain cautious of the RSS and Sangh Parivar, saying they had historically opposed B R Ambedkar and the Constitution he framed.

BJP leader R Ashoka on Sunday alleged that under Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and his deputy D K Shivakumar, Karnataka has descended into "Jungle Raj" - where arrogance replaces accountability and intimidation replaces governance.

Authorities in Chittapur, the home constituency of Minister Priyank Kharge, have denied permission for the RSS route march on Sunday, citing the possibility of disruption of peace and law and order.

Former minister K.N. Rajanna has said that powerful political leaders like Home Minister Dr. G. Parameshwara should demonstrate the courage to contest from a general constituency instead of a reserved seat.

The Karnataka government on Saturday issued orders making prior permission mandatory for private organisations, associations, or groups to use any government property or premises for programmes, events, or processions.

Ruling Congress MLA K N Rajanna on Saturday expressed doubts over the success of banning RSS activities in public places and government schools and colleges.

 A youngster from Puttur was found dead under suspicious circumstances at a private lodge in Maruthinagar, under the jurisdiction of Madiwala Police Station in Bengaluru.