21 C Bengaluru / The Economic Times
The Karnataka High Court extended its stay on the Rs 200 cinema ticket price cap. This order affects multiplexes across the state. The court issued detailed directions for ticket sales and refunds. Multiplexes must maintain comprehensive, auditable records for every ticket sold. Refunds will be processed electronically if petitioners succeed. This aims to protect consumer interests.
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah addressed demands for a National Investigation Agency probe into the Dharmasthala case. He stated that the state police, through a Special Investigating Team, are already handling the investigation. Hindu and Jain seers met with Union Home Minister Amit Shah, seeking NIA involvement. The opposition BJP and JD(S) have criticized the Congress government's handling of the matter.