
‘Joke’ on rape creeps into Assembly debate in Karnataka
The Hindu
A “joke” on rape, this time by a senior Congress leader, crept into the debate on rain damage in Karnataka on Thursday, shocking many.When Speaker Vishweshwar Hegde Kageri expressed helplessness about
A “joke” on rape, this time by a senior Congress leader, crept into the debate on rain damage in Karnataka on Thursday, shocking many.
When Speaker Vishweshwar Hegde Kageri expressed helplessness about not being able to curtail the long speeches of members, former Speaker Ramesh Kumar said, “There’s a saying... when rape is inevitable, lie down and enjoy it.”

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.












