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Arun Dev

Arun Dev

Arun Dev is an Assistant Editor with the Karnataka bureau of Hindustan Times. A journalist for over 10 years, he has written extensively on crime and politics.

Articles by Arun Dev

Karnataka to withdraw gutka ban after MLAs flag losses for arecanut growers

The Karnataka government will withdraw its gutka ban, two days after it took effect, following concerns from BJP, Congress and JD(S) legislators. (HT/Picture for representation)

Updated on Aug 14, 2026 13:58 IST

Prajwal moved to general cell after phone found in prison

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Updated on Aug 14, 2026 03:33 IST

Prajwal Revanna loses VIP cell privileges after phone, pen drive found in jail

Prajwal Revanna moved out of VIP cell after CCB finds mobile phone, pen drive containing obscene videos in his Parappana Agrahara barrack.

Updated on Aug 13, 2026 16:40 IST

Ex-MP Prajwal Revanna’s phone in Bengaluru jail had Netflix, WhatsApp, Insta

Revanna has been sentenced to life term by a trial court in one of the rape cases against him.

Updated on Aug 13, 2026 04:58 IST

Rebalancing act: Karnataka CM allots portfolios to 19 ministers

Karnataka chief minister DK Shivakumar and Governor Thawar Chand Gehlot pose with newly inducted ministers and other leaders after the swearing-in ceremony following the expansion of the state Cabinet at Lok Bhavan in Bengaluru. (X/DKShivakumar)

Updated on Aug 13, 2026 02:12 IST

Expired food found at Arogya Soudha canteen, Zomato warehouse in Karnataka

The department’s inspection of the Hyperpure by Zomato warehouse at Sakalawara Nagar on Tuesday found problems with several products, although the premises itself was described as clean. (Representative photo)

Updated on Aug 12, 2026 13:39 IST

Karnataka cabinet expansion: DKS keeps Finance, Law; check full portfolio list

Karnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar allotted portfolios to cabinet ministers.

Updated on Aug 12, 2026 13:25 IST

‘Stripped, beaten, feet on chest’: Chilling details emerge in Renukaswamy murder

All accused, including Darshan and Pavitra, denied the charges.

Updated on Aug 12, 2026 08:57 IST

K’taka weighs Cauvery order amid water stress

Erode: The Cauvery river overflows following heavy rains, in Tamil Nadu, Friday, Oct. 24, 2025. 55,000 cusecs of surplus water has been released into the Cauvery with authorities stepping up flood-preparedness measures. (PTI Photo) (PTI10_24_2025_000344B)

Updated on Aug 12, 2026 05:22 IST

Zepto warehouse sealed in Bengaluru: ‘Unhygienic food, non-compliant labelling'

Responding to the state government’s action, a Zepto spokesperson later said the company was committed to strengthening its processes.

Updated on Aug 12, 2026 24:52 IST

Luxury hotels, eateries raided in city over food safety issues

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Updated on Aug 11, 2026 03:25 IST

EC extends SIR deadline, BLOs get nine more days

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Updated on Aug 8, 2026 03:39 IST

Horatti quits after govt threatens no confidence motion

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Updated on Aug 8, 2026 03:37 IST

Karnataka SIR: Draft electoral roll publication deferred to August 24

The final electoral roll will be published on October 27, more than two months after the start of the house-to-house verification exercise.

Updated on Aug 7, 2026 14:17 IST

3 seek to turn approver in Renukaswamy murder

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Updated on Aug 7, 2026 03:28 IST

DKS unveils plans for 3 Lalbagh-like parks in Bengaluru

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Updated on Aug 7, 2026 03:24 IST

Karnataka's lone Cabinet berth keeps Congress leadership in a bind

Karnataka Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot with state Chief Minister DK Shivakumar and Deputy Chief Minister G Parameshwara during the Karnataka Cabinet expansion ceremony at Raj Bhavan

Updated on Aug 6, 2026 07:21 IST

Resignation a part of politics: DKS over legislators’ threats

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Updated on Aug 5, 2026 03:31 IST

‘Will accept resignations within minutes’: Karnataka CM warns disgruntled MLAs

Karnataka chief minister DK Shivakumar urged the disgruntled legislators to be patient and wait for their opportunity.

Updated on Aug 5, 2026 02:34 IST

No woman in K'taka cabinet after Gayathri’s name dropped from expansion list

Karnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar in a group photograph with state Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot and newly inducted ministers during the Karnataka Cabinet expansion ceremony at Raj Bhavan in Bengaluru.

Updated on Aug 4, 2026 05:56 IST

Karnataka CM Shivakumar expands cabinet, raises presence of Muslims and Dalits

Rather than recasting the Congress’ social base, party functionaries said, the Karnataka cabinet expansion broadens Dalit and minority representation while keeping the party’s traditional caste coalition largely intact.

Updated on Aug 4, 2026 05:50 IST

No women included as Karnataka cabinet under DK Shivakumar gets 19 new members

Karnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar and Governor Thawar Chand Gehlot pose with newly inducted ministers and other leaders. (@DKShivakumar/X via PTI Photo)(PTI08_03_2026_000499B)

Updated on Aug 4, 2026 03:09 IST

Karnataka CM DK Shivakumar expands cabinet; 20 ministers inducted

The expanded Cabinet is likely to take oath on Monday evening. (@DKShivakumar | Official X account)

Updated on Aug 3, 2026 06:52 IST

Amid Cauvery dispute, DKS says Vijay deferred Bengaluru visit on his request

DK Shivakumar said he only requested Vijay to meet in a better and more cordial atmosphere as he doesn't want anyone shouting against his friends.

Updated on Aug 3, 2026 01:45 IST

CM defends Mekedatu as Centre seeks revisions

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Updated on Aug 1, 2026 03:24 IST

DKS defers talks with Vijay amid Cauvery protests; Tamil Nadu to move SC

Karnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar addresses a press conference on Cauvery water at Vidhana Soudha, in Bengaluru on Friday.

Updated on Aug 1, 2026 01:18 IST

Shivakumar postpones meeting with Vijay amid protests over Cauvery water sharing

Karnataka chief minister DK Shivakumar chairing a meeting to review the Cauvery water situation. (PTI)

Updated on Jul 31, 2026 11:27 IST

CWMA Upholds Cauvery Release Order Despite Karnataka’s Appeal

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Updated on Jul 31, 2026 03:22 IST

K’taka to fight Cauvery water release order: CM

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Updated on Jul 30, 2026 03:45 IST

Cauvery panel orders release of water to TN

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Updated on Jul 29, 2026 03:41 IST

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