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
Sahil Jain, third accused in gold smuggling case, remanded to custody until April 7
The directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) had produced Jain before the court following the completion of his custody period on Wednesday
ED challenges Lokayukta Police’s closure report in Muda case
The ED has challenged the Lokayukta police's closure report on alleged land irregularities involving CM Siddaramaiah, claiming it's an aggrieved party.
Published on Apr 03, 2025 07:36 AM IST
Sales tax on diesel hiked by ₹2 per litre
The previous tax revision occurred in June 2024, when the sales tax on petrol was raised from 25.92% to 29.84%
Published on Apr 02, 2025 08:30 AM IST
Arun Dev, Bengaluru
No direct link of DGP in gold case involving Ranya Rao: Report
Karnataka DGP K Ramachandra Rao was aware of protocol aid to his stepdaughter, but no evidence links him to her gold smuggling case, inquiry finds.
Updated on Apr 01, 2025 05:23 AM IST
No proposal to disband Anti-Naxal Force: Parameshwara in Council
Contradictory statements by Karnataka's CM and Home Minister raise uncertainty about the future of the Anti-Naxal Force, with plans for disbandment unclear.
Published on Mar 31, 2025 07:18 AM IST
State to conduct a fresh survey for SC sub-quota
Kanataka CM Siddaramaiah on Thursday decided to initiate a fresh survey to collect empirical data on scheduled castes (SC) in the state.
Published on Mar 28, 2025 09:26 AM IST
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Gold smuggling: Court rejects Ranya Rao’s bail plea; Ballari businessman arrested
During the previous hearing, the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence had presented evidence linking her directly to the smuggling racket.
Updated on Mar 27, 2025 05:20 PM IST
BJP expels Vijayapura MLA Yatnal for 6 years
The move follows months of internal tensions, with Yatnal consistently targeting the state leadership despite multiple warnings
Published on Mar 27, 2025 09:16 AM IST
Rajanna’s letter details honey-trap attempt: Home minister
Parameshwara acknowledged receiving Rajanna’s representation and stated that further action would be determined after discussions with Chief Minister Siddaramaiah.
Published on Mar 26, 2025 08:24 AM IST
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Kannada actor Ranya Rao confessed to hawala deals, DRI tells court
Ranya Rao’s bail plea in the gold smuggling case was rejected twice — first by a lower court and later by the special court for economic offences.
Updated on Mar 26, 2025 04:08 AM IST
Arun Dev, Bengaluru
Karnataka MLC chairman resigns; cites misconduct, indiscipline
Horatti said his resignation letter was submitted to deputy chairperson MK Pranesh on March 18, with a request to be relieved by April 1
Published on Mar 24, 2025 08:14 AM IST
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DKS dismisses claims of link in controversy
BJP MLA Munirathna on Friday accused deputy chief minister D K Shivakumar of targeting him in a honey trap in the Karnataka assembly
Published on Mar 22, 2025 07:16 AM IST
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18 BJP MLAs suspended from House amid ‘honey-trap’ row
Earlier, BJP and JD(S) members stormed into the well of the House, protesting with CDs in hand and shouting slogans
Published on Mar 22, 2025 07:10 AM IST
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Karnataka minister orders probe into MLAs ‘honey trapping’
PWD minister Satish Jarkiholi told the media about the existence of honey-trapping attempts, revealing that two unsuccessful attempts were made on a Karnataka minister
Published on Mar 21, 2025 09:20 AM IST
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Resolution against Waqf bill cleared by assembly
The resolution, backed by the ruling party asked the Union government to reconsider the bill, emphasising the need for broader consultations with stakeholders
Published on Mar 20, 2025 09:24 AM IST
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Court rejects Telugu actor Raju’s bail plea in gold smuggling case
BJP MLA Sunil Kumar raised concerns over the case, referring to reports that Rao had travelled to Dubai over 25 times and was caught smuggling 14.2 kg of gold.
Published on Mar 20, 2025 08:48 AM IST
RSS leader denounces Nagpur violence, says Aurangzeb is not relevant
Maharashtra chief minister Devendra Fadnavis told the state assembly on Tuesday that the Nagpur violence was pre-planned
Updated on Mar 19, 2025 08:35 PM IST
ED files money laundering charges against Ranya Rao
The 33-year-old actor, who is the stepdaughter of a senior IPS officer, was caught smuggling 14.2 kg of gold at Bengaluru Airport
Updated on Mar 14, 2025 04:02 AM IST
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DRI: Actor Ranya Rao part of gold smuggling syndicate
The agency said that during these visits, the actor smuggled at least 17 gold bars by concealing them in her jacket and belt, and strapped to her thighs.
Published on Mar 13, 2025 04:24 AM IST
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Karnataka to probe links of Ranya Rao’s stepfather in smuggling case
In an order, the state government appointed additional chief secretary Gaurav Gupta to investigate the alleged protocol violations.
Updated on Mar 12, 2025 04:23 AM IST
Assembly passes Greater Bengaluru Governance Bill amid protest
The legislation allows for the division of BBMP into as many as seven separate corporations within the Greater Bengaluru area
Published on Mar 11, 2025 07:18 AM IST
Arun Dev, Bengaluru
Karnataka budget: Govt caps movie ticket prices at ₹200, announces OTT platform to promote Kannada movies
The Kannada film industry has been asking the government to curb high ticket prices, particularly in cities like Bengaluru, where rates can be exorbitant
Published on Mar 08, 2025 09:16 AM IST
Karnataka budget: Welfare schemes not merely freebies, says CM Siddaramaiah
The chief minister noted that this year’s budget will focus on implementing programmes across six key developmental dimensions
Published on Mar 07, 2025 01:02 PM IST
Siddaramaiah to present his 16th budget in assembly today
With the outlay expected to exceed ₹4 lakh crore, the budget will likely to focus on infrastructure development while ensuring continued funding for its welfare schemes.
Published on Mar 07, 2025 07:20 AM IST
Arun Dev, Bengaluru
No link to activities of my stepdaughter: DGP in gold smuggling case
Kannada film actor Ranya Rao was arrested on Tuesday for smuggling gold following months of surveillance by the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence
Published on Mar 06, 2025 08:38 AM IST
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Not in touch with her, says DGP after stepdaughter Ranya caught with 14kg gold
DRI tracked Kannada actor Ranya Rao over frequent foreign trips with her husband despite no clear professional or family ties abroad.
Updated on Mar 05, 2025 09:27 PM IST
Will seek regulations on tattooing amid health concerns: Minister
The Karnataka food safety department has also raised concerns over the use of polythene sheets in idli preparation at several restaurants.
Published on Mar 01, 2025 05:46 AM IST
Arun Dev, Bengaluru
Pushback from South on Hindi, delimitation grows
Stalin said many north Indian languages spoken in Bihar, Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh such as Mythili, Brajbhasha, Bundelkhandi and Awadhi were “destroyed by the hegemonic Hindi”.
Updated on Feb 28, 2025 10:08 AM IST
Long-term infrastructure plan can decongest Bengaluru: Karnataka home minister G Parameshwara
‘Bengaluru has 1.4 crore vehicles on the road daily, and managing this requires better urban planning’
Published on Feb 28, 2025 06:02 AM IST
Kharge-linked Trust’s plea over use of park land raises concerns
The Siddhartha Vihara Trust, in its application, has highlighted the existing commercial developments around the plot and argued that aligning the land use with surrounding infrastructure would be beneficial.
Published on Feb 21, 2025 07:58 AM IST
Arun Dev, Bengaluru