Karnataka Protection for certain royal estates from succession law still valid despite abolition of privy purses and privileges: Karnataka High Court August 1, 2026 gopalkumarthakur@gmail.com The court holds that while the purport and object of the Gaddi or ceremonial throne has lost its relevance, from the customary practical perspective, it is still a relevant subject Related posts: Gang of eight, including constable, arrested for kidnapping BPO employees for ransom Two youths arrested for attacking policemen on New Year’s eve Amendment to panchayat raj Act to introduce ballot papers Four of family dead after roof collapses due to heavy rain in Vijayapura