Karnataka Banner Clash Turns Deadly: One Killed as MLA Supporters Fight

• A deadly clash erupted in Ballari, Karnataka, over banner placement before a Valmiki statue unveiling.
• Supporters of Congress MLA Nara Bharath Reddy and KRPP MLA Gali Janardhan Reddy were involved.
• The dispute escalated to pushing, shoving, stone-pelting, and even shots fired in the air.
• One person died in the violence, leading to heightened tension in the area.
• Police have increased security to prevent further deterioration of the situation.

Why It Matters: One dead in Karnataka's Ballari as MLA supporters clash over banners, police increase security.