Karnataka Becomes First State to Pass Law for Speedy Disposal of Civil Cases Within 24 Months

The Karnataka government, led by Siddaramaiah, has enacted a groundbreaking law to expedite the resolution of civil cases within 24 months. The Code of Civil Procedure (Karnataka Amendment) Bill, 2024 mandates mediation before hearings, aiming to reduce litigation and enhance judicial efficiency. This reform addresses the backlog of 10 lakh cases, promoting timely justice.

Karnataka Minister Moves Court Against ‘Exorbitant’ BBMP Taxes; BJP Slams Siddaramaiah Government

On Wednesday(18th September),The Karnataka BJP condemned the Siddaramaiah government after Health Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao challenged the “exorbitant” BBMP taxes in High Court. BJP Bengaluru Central District President Sapthagiri Gowda expressed shock that a state minister had to take legal action over the city’s high tax rates.