
HC notice on plea questioning appointment of KSPCB chief
The Hindu
The High Court of Karnataka on Monday ordered issue of notice to the State Government on a PIL petition questioning appointment of Shanth A. Thimmaiah, who was associated with various private companie
The High Court of Karnataka on Monday ordered issue of notice to the State Government on a PIL petition questioning appointment of Shanth A. Thimmaiah, who was associated with various private companies that are engaged in mining, quarrying and environment impact study, as the chairperson of the Karnataka State Pollution Control Board (KSPCB).
A Division Bench comprising Chief Justice Ritu Raj Awasthi and Justice Sachin Shankar Magadum passed the order on the petition filed by Pushpa B. Gavadi, a student pursuing post-graduate degree in law.

The Ministry of Railways has announced a rationalisation of passenger fares, effective from December 26, aiming to balance rising operational costs while keeping passenger impact minimal. Suburban services and Monthly Season Ticket holders remain unaffected, while ordinary and AC classes see small increases. The move is expected to generate ₹600 crore in revenue and strengthen safety and efficiency across the railway network.












