Thirty Karnataka MLAs are heading for the Amazon rain forests to apparently understand its flora and fauna. Besides taking an expensive holiday, they hope to replicate the ecosytem in the state. That's not the only purpose of this South American junket to Argentina, Brazil and Peru. They will also "study the waterfalls in the Amazon forests and sporting activity", most likely Brazil's famed football matches. The study tour will cost the state exchequer Rs 2.25 crore. The junket is on, confirmed Read more [...]

Chief Minister K Siddaramaiah (File pic) Bangalore:  An official study tour of 30 Karnataka legislators to exotic holiday spots in South America has set off a controversy at a time when parts of the state are battling the impact of drought. The legislators, Read more [...]

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