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Karnataka Government: HR News, Trends & Workplace Insights

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Updated on: May 2026
Karnataka Announces Salary Hike for Unskilled Staff
Labour Law

Karnataka Announces Salary Hike for Unskilled Staff

May 25, 2026

Karnataka to Mark September th as Women Employees Day

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah announced that September th will be formally designated as W...

Event
Dec 6, 2025
Karnataka to Mark September th as Women Employees Day

Karnataka Govt Employees to Receive Paid Menstrual Leave

In a progressive and widely celebrated move, the Government of Karnataka has announced the implement...

Labour Law
Dec 5, 2025
Karnataka Govt Employees to Receive Paid Menstrual Leave

Karnataka Faces Pressure to Fill . Lakh Government Posts

Karnataka government is facing growing pressure to address a significant shortfall in its public wor...

Hiring
Sep 2, 2025
Karnataka Faces Pressure to Fill . Lakh Government Posts
Karnataka Introduces AI-Powered Attendance System for Government Employees
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Karnataka Introduces AI-Powered Attendance System for Government Employees

Karnataka government is set to revolutionize attendance management for its employees by introducing the Karnataka Advanced Attendance Management System (KAAMS). This AI-powered system, combined with Geographic Information System (GIS) technology, aims to replace traditional attendance methods across all state government departments. With over five lakh employees working in 70 departments, this initiative is a significant […]

Mar 26, 2025
Karnataka Workers Seek Relief from Scorching Heat with Revised Timings
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Karnataka Workers Seek Relief from Scorching Heat with Revised Timings

As temperatures soar past 42°C in Karnataka, government employees and laborers across the state are calling for a change in working hours to cope with the extreme heat. The relentless summer has made it increasingly difficult for workers, particularly in rural areas, to perform their duties efficiently. This demand for revised schedules has gained momentum, […]

Mar 20, 2025
Infosys Defends Layoffs as Government Probes NITES’ Allegations
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Infosys Defends Layoffs as Government Probes NITES’ Allegations

Union Labour Ministry has once again intervened in the ongoing dispute between Infosys and the Nascent Information Technology Employees Senate (NITES) over the recent layoffs of trainees at Infosys’ Mysuru campus. The intervention comes after NITES raised fresh claims against the IT giant, alleging unfair termination practices. Infosys, however, has dismissed these allegations, maintaining that […]

Feb 27, 2025
Nipuna Karnataka: Bridging the Education and Employment Gap
Employment

Nipuna Karnataka: Bridging the Education and Employment Gap

Karnataka Information Technology Minister, Priyank Kharge, announced that 100 engineering colleges in the state will be “adopted” by an equal number of corporates by next year. This initiative is part of the ‘Nipuna Karnataka’ program, which seeks to equip students with in-demand skills through industry collaborations. Practical Training and Industry Collaborations Priyank emphasized the need […]

Nov 22, 2024
Why Karnataka Proposed 14-Hour Work Day for IT Professionals?
Employment

Why Karnataka Proposed 14-Hour Work Day for IT Professionals?

In a move that has ignited intense discussions and drawn both praise and criticism, the Karnataka government recently proposed an extension of working hours for IT and IT-enabled services (IT/ITes) professionals in the state. The objective is to boost Karnataka’s share of Global Capability Centres (GCCs) within India from the current 45 percent to an […]

Jul 30, 2024
Karnataka 14-Hour Workday: A Strain on Women Professionals
Labour Law

Karnataka 14-Hour Workday: A Strain on Women Professionals

The Karnataka government’s proposal to extend work hours for IT and ITeS employees to 14 hours a day has sparked intense debate among women workforce. While this move affects both men and women, it disproportionately impacts women professionals. Challenges and Implications on Women Workforce The proposed amendment to the Karnataka Shops and Commercial Establishments Act will […]

Jul 24, 2024
Karnataka Plans for a 14-Hour Workday: A Closer Look
Employment

Karnataka Plans for a 14-Hour Workday: A Closer Look

Within days of the heated debate over job reservations for locals, Karnataka has found itself embroiled in yet another labor-related dispute.  The state government is now considering a significant change in working hours for employees in the IT and IT-enabled services (ITeS) sector. Here’s what we know: Karnataka State Labor Laws: Key Stakeholders’ Perspectives 1. […]

Jul 22, 2024
Karnataka Government clears 60 new industrial projects; creating new jobs
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Karnataka Government clears 60 new industrial projects; creating new jobs

The Karnataka government has approved 60 industrial projects worth Rs 2,465.94 crore. This has come up by keeping the industrial growth momentum under consideration. The 131st State Level Single Window Clearance Committee (SLSWCC) meeting held under the chairmanship of Minister for Large and Medium Scale Industries Murugesh R. Nirani on Saturday evening cleared the projects. […]

May 4, 2022
Wistron’s factory in Kolar will be operational in 20 days
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Wistron’s factory in Kolar will be operational in 20 days

Wistron’s iPhone factory in Kolar will be operational in 20 days Karnataka Labour Minister Shivaram Hebbar on Sunday expressed confidence that Taiwanese contract manufacturer, Wistron Corporation’s iPhone manufacturing facility in Kolar would become fully operational and ready for production in the next 20 days. Speaking to reporters after meeting the officials of Wistron Corp, Hebbar said, “I have […]

Dec 29, 2020