Karnataka BJP MLA Munirathna sent to police custody in harassment, bribery case

Karnataka Home Minister G Parameshwara confirmed the arrest of BJP MLA N Munirathna, who faces charges including issuing death threats to a BBMP contractor. The arrest follows complaints of harassment, casteist slurs, and criminal intimidation. Munirathna denies the allegations, calling them a conspiracy. The state BJP has issued a show cause notice demanding his clarification within five days.