Politics·2026-03-24T09:44:14+00:00
Parliament Budget Session: All-Party Meeting on West Asia, Karnataka Infrastructure Funding Cut Raised
The government has called an all-party meeting on March 25, 2026, to discuss the West Asia crisis, following Prime Minister Narendra Modi's parliamentary address on the situation. During the session, INC Karnataka MP C.C. Chandrasekhar highlighted a 90% drop in Central Government funding for road, rail, and metro projects in Karnataka, directly impacting Bengaluru's infrastructure development.
The Hindu - India
Local·2026-03-24T02:56:02+00:00
Bengaluru fuel prices stable despite global volatility; industrial diesel sees 25% hike
Petrol and diesel prices for regular customers in Bengaluru remain unchanged at ₹102.96 and ₹90.99 per litre respectively, despite global oil market volatility from Middle East tensions. State-run oil marketing companies have raised prices for industrial diesel by ₹21.92 per litre and premium petrol by ₹2 per litre due to international crude price pressures.
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Region·2026-03-24T15:01:44+00:00
₹180 crore budget allocation to improve cardiac care in Mysuru region
The Karnataka state budget includes ₹180 crore to expand cardiac care capacity at Mysuru's Sri Jayadeva Institute for Cardiovascular Sciences and Research. The funding will add 200 beds to address current shortages where some patients receive treatment on stretchers due to ICU bed constraints. The expansion will include additional cath labs, ICU units, and specialized facilities for pediatric cardiac care and vascular surgeries.
The Hindu - Karnataka
