Siddaramaiah allocates ₹45,000 crore for ‘Brand Bengaluru’
1 year, 5 months ago

Siddaramaiah allocates ₹45,000 crore for ‘Brand Bengaluru’

Hindustan Times  

Karnataka chief minister Siddaramaiah, while presenting the 14th Karnataka budget speech on Friday, said for ‘Brand Bengaluru,’ the priority would be traffic management, solid waste management, proper utilisation of public places, flood management, and public health, among others. The chief minister allocated ₹45,000 crore for Bengaluru, including ₹30,000 crore for ‘Namma Metro.’ Karnataka chief minister Siddaramaiah presents the first state budget of his government in Assembly, in Bengaluru on Friday. He also alleged that several pro-people programmes like the Amruta Nagarotthana programme and Indira Canteens were neglected by the previous Bharatiya Janata Party government, that led to gradual decline of urban infrastructure and civic amenities. ₹30,000 crores have been allocated for Namma Metro and Bengaluru suburban railway project, the chief minister said, adding that these projects will require at least five years for completion.

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Bengaluru BJP MLAs seek Rs 50 crore development fund from Karnataka government
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5 days, 17 hours ago

Bengaluru BJP MLAs seek Rs 50 crore development fund from Karnataka government

India Today  

Bengaluru BJP MLAs followed the suit of first-time assembly representatives and appealed to the Karnataka government for a special grant of Rs 50 crore. The BJP MLAs from Bengaluru wrote a formal letter, addressed to Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar, and highlighted the urgent need to repair major roads and address connectivity issues in the district. According to the letter, …

'Be human first': Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah lessons kids while talking about Basavanna. Watch
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6 days, 10 hours ago

'Be human first': Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah lessons kids while talking about Basavanna. Watch

Hindustan Times  

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, during the ongoing Winter Session in Belagavi, took the opportunity to educate school children about the teachings of Basavanna and the Anubhava Mantapa. Karnataka winter session updates The Karnataka Assembly on Monday unanimously passed eight Bills, including one aimed at protecting the interests of depositors in private financial institutions. The bills tabled and passed included the …

First-time BJP MLAs seek Rs 100 cr special grant from Karnataka Chief Minister
6 days, 17 hours ago

First-time BJP MLAs seek Rs 100 cr special grant from Karnataka Chief Minister

India Today  

First-time BJP MLAs in Karnataka urged Chief Minister Siddaramaiah to approve a special grant of Rs 100 crore each for their individual constituencies. They emphasised the need of Rs 50 crore each for fiscal years 2023-24 and 2024-25 to meet public demands and kickstart essential development projects in their areas. Rs 6,000 CR DEVELOPMENT FUND UNVEILED Meanwhile, sources in the …

Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah meets PM Modi, seeks urgent clearances for Mekedatu, Kalasa Banduri projects
3 weeks, 3 days ago

Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah meets PM Modi, seeks urgent clearances for Mekedatu, Kalasa Banduri projects

Hindustan Times  

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Friday met Prime Minister Narendra Modi, requesting rectification in short term farm loan limit, ₹10,000 crore in financial support and urgent clearances for the Mekedatu Balancing Reservoir and Kalasa Banduri projects. The chief minister highlighted that NABARD has drastically cut the Short Term Agricultural Credit Limit for Karnataka from ₹5,600 crore in 2023-24 to just …

Siddaramaiah meets PM Modi, urges action on farm loans and water projects
3 weeks, 3 days ago

Siddaramaiah meets PM Modi, urges action on farm loans and water projects

India Today  

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Friday met Prime Minister Narendra Modi in the Parliament complex, urging the Centre to address financial and infrastructure issues facing the state. During the meeting, Siddaramaiah highlighted a 58 per cent reduction in the short-term agricultural credit limit for Karnataka by NABARD, which was slashed from Rs 5,600 crore in 2023-24 to Rs 2,340 crore …

BJP offered ₹50 cr each to 50 Cong MLAs to topple govt: Karnataka CM
1 month, 1 week ago

BJP offered ₹50 cr each to 50 Cong MLAs to topple govt: Karnataka CM

Deccan Chronicle  

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Wednesday alleged that the opposition BJP offered Rs 50 crore each to 50 Congress MLAs to remove his government.He said none of the Congress MLAs agreed with it, due to which the BJP is now resorting to filing false cases against him. Siddaramaiah asked after inaugurating public works worth Rs 470 crore in the T …

'Favouritism towards Gujarat': Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah accuses PM Modi of diverting key investments to home state
1 month, 2 weeks ago

'Favouritism towards Gujarat': Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah accuses PM Modi of diverting key investments to home state

Hindustan Times  

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah sharply criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday, accusing him of "relentless favoritism towards Gujarat," Modi's home state. He also condemned Karnataka’s BJP MPs for remaining silent, alleging they are "unwilling to challenge this blatant disregard for Karnataka’s thriving tech and manufacturing ecosystem." Congress counters BJP’s allegations On Saturday, the chief ministers of Congress-ruled Telangana and …

BJP's 40% Commission Drained Karnataka's Resources, Leaving State in Debt and Undermining Development
1 month, 3 weeks ago

BJP's 40% Commission Drained Karnataka's Resources, Leaving State in Debt and Undermining Development

Hindustan Times  

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has expressed his deep disappointment over Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 'empty' promises and the 40% commission corruption within the BJP Karnataka unit. He claims that the party has failed to fulfill its promises to the state, leaving Karnataka to suffer under a heavy debt burden. Modi, on the other hand, has defended his policies and highlighted …

Karnataka's Fair Share of Tax Revenue: Siddaramaiah's Call to Action
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Karnataka's Fair Share of Tax Revenue: Siddaramaiah's Call to Action

Hindustan Times  

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah calls for greater fairness in the distribution of central taxes. He argues that the state contributes over ₹400,000 crore in taxes, yet receives only ₹55,000 crore to ₹60,000 crore in return. He urges Karnataka's members of Parliament to bring the issue of fiscal inequity to national attention, urging them to press the government for fairer treatment. …

BJP offering Rs 100 crore to Congress MLAs to topple Karnataka government: CM Siddaramaiah
3 months, 3 weeks ago

BJP offering Rs 100 crore to Congress MLAs to topple Karnataka government: CM Siddaramaiah

India TV News  

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah today alleged that the Bharatiya Janata Party is offering Rs 100 crore to Congress MLAs to topple the state government. In 2008 and 2019, they came to power through ‘Operation Lotus’ and backdoor entry,” the Chief Minister said. This has resulted in a 1.66 per cent loss to the state,” the Chief Minister said. “If Union …

Karnataka stands 3rd in country with ₹54,427 cr FDI during 2023-24: CM Siddaramaiah
4 months, 1 week ago

Karnataka stands 3rd in country with ₹54,427 cr FDI during 2023-24: CM Siddaramaiah

Hindustan Times  

Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Thursday said Karnataka stands third in the country by drawing ₹54,427 crore Foreign Direct Investment during 2023-24. He said the state government has taken up multidimensional programmes in the areas of industry, agriculture, infrastructure development, and education to accelerate economic growth, besides the implementation of welfare programmes. The government has approved 591 investment projects through single …

10 new Indira Canteens to be opened in Dakshina Kannada: Minister
4 months, 1 week ago

10 new Indira Canteens to be opened in Dakshina Kannada: Minister

The Hindu  

Ten new Indira Canteens – the flagship government canteens to provide food at affordable cost – will start shortly in Dakshina Kannada district, said Health Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao in Mangaluru on August 15. Speaking at the district level Independence Day programme, the district In-charge Minister said, “Of the 10 new canteens, one each will be opened in Baikampady and …

Odisha Budget 2024-25: Rs 2.65 Lakh Crore Focuses on Welfare and Development
4 months, 4 weeks ago

Odisha Budget 2024-25: Rs 2.65 Lakh Crore Focuses on Welfare and Development

Deccan Chronicle  

Bhubaneswar: The Bharatiya Janata Party-led Odisha government on Thursday presented Rs.2.65 lakh crore budget for the financial year 2024-25 with more special focus on agriculture, infrastructure, welfare and Odia Asmita. Presenting the budget, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, who also holds the finance portfolio, proposed the administrative expenditure at Rs 97, 725 crore and the programme expenditure of Rs 1,55,000 …

Telangana Government presents State Budget with total outlay of ₹2.91 lakh crore
4 months, 4 weeks ago

Telangana Government presents State Budget with total outlay of ₹2.91 lakh crore

The Hindu  

The Telangana State Government has presented ₹2.91 lakh crore Budget for the Financial Year 2024-25 with emphasis on welfare and development of agriculture and allied sectors. Finance Minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka introduced the Budget in the Assembly on July 25 with estimated revenue expenditure of ₹2.2 lakh crore and capital expenditure of ₹33,487 crore. The Finance Minister presented the Budget, …

Budget only meant to ensure political survival of Modi-led government, says Siddaramaiah
5 months ago

Budget only meant to ensure political survival of Modi-led government, says Siddaramaiah

The Hindu  

Terming the Union Budget as “disappointing” and done to ensure “the political survival of Prime Minister Narendra Modi”, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah said Karnataka did not get anything from what it had sought in the pre-Budget meeting. What Karnataka sought Listing of the requests made by the State during the pre-Budget meeting, he said: “Since I could not go, Krishna Byre …

Odisha CM Majhi to present first budget in June assembly session
6 months ago

Odisha CM Majhi to present first budget in June assembly session

New Indian Express  

BHUBANESWAR: With the BJP government going into functional mode, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi is set to present his first budget in the Assembly session which is likely to be convened in the last week of June. The saffron party sources said the first budget of the Majhi government will be a departure from the existing system of freebies and …

CM Siddaramaiah wants action plan to spend Rs 5,000 cr for Kalyana Karnataka development
6 months, 1 week ago

CM Siddaramaiah wants action plan to spend Rs 5,000 cr for Kalyana Karnataka development

Deccan Chronicle  

Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has asked to prepare an action plan by July 15 to utilize the budget allocation of Rs 5,000 crore for the Kalyana Karnataka region.During a review meeting of the Kalyana Karnataka Regional Development Board, Siddaramaiah instructed that tenders for approved works should be issued immediately and emphasized the need for a thorough evaluation of the projects.He stressed …

Mixed bag of achievements for CM Siddaramaiah on completing one year in office
7 months ago

Mixed bag of achievements for CM Siddaramaiah on completing one year in office

Hindustan Times  

It's been a mixed bag of achievements and challenges for Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah as he completes one year in office on May 20. Riding on the popularity of the five guarantees, namely 'Shakti', 'Gruha Lakshmi', 'Gruha Jyoti, 'Yuva Nidhi' and 'Anna Bhagya', the Congress swept to power in the state a year ago defeating the ruling BJP, headed by …

What Did Your Bengaluru MP Spend the Most On? Tejasvi Surya Allocated Most MPLAD Funds, Shows Report
8 months, 2 weeks ago

What Did Your Bengaluru MP Spend the Most On? Tejasvi Surya Allocated Most MPLAD Funds, Shows Report

News 18  

The city of Bengaluru has three Lok Sabha MPs — Tejasvi Surya from Bengaluru South, PC Mohan from Bengaluru Central and DV Sadananda Gowda from Bengaluru North. Cumulatively, the three spent Rs 55.88 crore from their area development funds for works in their constituencies, shows a report compiled by the Bangalore Political Action Committee. Out of the total Rs 55.88 …

Amit Shah begins campaign in Karnataka by alleging power tussle between CM, Deputy CM
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Amit Shah begins campaign in Karnataka by alleging power tussle between CM, Deputy CM

The Hindu  

Building up tempo for the BJP’s poll battle for Lok Sabha elections in Karnataka, Union Home Minister Amit Shah accused the Chief Minister and Deputy CM of neglecting the interests of the State due to their power tussle, and trying to politicise the issue of drought assistance from the Centre. The Congress government is neither bothered about development of the …

Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah inaugurates Indira Canteen at Kempegowda Airport
9 months, 1 week ago

Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah inaugurates Indira Canteen at Kempegowda Airport

Hindustan Times  

With an aim to provide meals and breakfast to the poor at a low rate, Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah said that a total of 600 Indira canteens will be established across the state, including Bengaluru. Breakfast is provided for ₹5, lunch and dinner will be available for ₹10," the Chief Minister said after inaugurating the Indira Canteen, organized by Bruhat …

600 Indira Canteens in Karnataka, says CM
9 months, 1 week ago

600 Indira Canteens in Karnataka, says CM

Deccan Chronicle  

After opening a Indira Canteen at the premises of Kempegowda International Airport near Bengaluru city, Siddaramaiah said the Indira canteen at the Airport premises has been opened owing to the demand of the cab drivers operating to Airport from various parts and at the canteen, tiffin will be charged Rs 5 plate while meals will costs Rs 10 a plate …

Indira Canteen opened at Bengaluru airport; CM announced 600 more across Karnataka
9 months, 1 week ago

Indira Canteen opened at Bengaluru airport; CM announced 600 more across Karnataka

The Hindu  

Chief Minister Siddaramaiah inaugurated a Indira Canteen at Kempegowda International Airport on Monday, announcing plans for 600 more across the State, including Bengaluru. Speaking at the unveiling ceremony, organised by the Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike, Mr. Siddaramaiah highlighted the significance of the canteen, expected to cater to a large number of customers, especially airport cab drivers and BMTC bus drivers. …

CM Siddaramaiah Donates Rs 10 Lakh to His Alma Mater for Development
9 months, 2 weeks ago

CM Siddaramaiah Donates Rs 10 Lakh to His Alma Mater for Development

Deccan Chronicle  

Bengaluru: A programme “Our School Our Responsibility '' aimed at development and strengthening of government schools was launched by Chief Minister Siddaramaiah in Bengaluru on Tuesday. Towards the programme, a sum of Rs 10 lakh was donated by Chief Minister Siddaramaiah to the upgraded Government Senior Primary School at Kuppegala in Mysuru taluk and Kannada Primary School at Siddaramanahundi, native …

‘No need to learn patriotism from BJP’: Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah
9 months, 3 weeks ago

‘No need to learn patriotism from BJP’: Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah

Hindustan Times  

Claiming that Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh and Bharatiya Janata Party did not participate in the country's freedom struggle, Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Thursday said "we don't need to learn patriotism from the BJP." Karnataka chief minister Siddaramaiah in Bengaluru Replying to the debate on the budget in the Karnataka Assembly, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah said, "RSS did not participate in the …

BBMP unveils ₹12,371 cr budget, ‘Brand Bengaluru’ gets lion’s share
9 months, 3 weeks ago

BBMP unveils ₹12,371 cr budget, ‘Brand Bengaluru’ gets lion’s share

Hindustan Times  

The civic body Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike on Thursday unveiled a ₹12,371.63 crore budget for the financial year 2024-25, of which a lion’s share of ₹1,580 crore was allotted to enhance ‘Brand Bengaluru’. The BBMP’s budget presentation, which marks the fourth consecutive year without an elected council, was helmed by special commissioner Shivanand H Kalakeri. The surplus budget will be …

Brand Bengaluru initiatives get ₹1,580 crore in BBMP budget
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Brand Bengaluru initiatives get ₹1,580 crore in BBMP budget

The Hindu  

The Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike Budget proposes several policy shifts with the aim of shoring up the civic body’s revenue base, besides promising allocation for programmes tagged under the ambitious Brand Bengaluru campaign. Brand Bengaluru The theme is ‘Brand Bengaluru’, and ₹1,580 crore has been allocated for initiatives with a promise to maintain these funds in an escrow account. The …

Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah: Guarantee Schemes Fuel State's Progress
9 months, 4 weeks ago

Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah: Guarantee Schemes Fuel State's Progress

Deccan Chronicle  

Dharwad: Dismissing allegations that guarantee schemes have impeded developmental progress in the state, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah emphasized that the foundation stones and inaugurations of numerous projects underscore the government's financial capacity for developmental initiatives. Addressing the gathering after laying the foundation stone and inaugurating projects in Navalgund, Dharwad district on Saturday, Siddaramaiah emphasized that the state government has ample funds …

BJP leader Basavaraj Bommai criticizes Karnataka state budget, warns of economic downturn
10 months ago

BJP leader Basavaraj Bommai criticizes Karnataka state budget, warns of economic downturn

Hindustan Times  

In a scathing critique of Chief Minister Siddaramaiah's 15th budget presentation, BJP leader and Former Chief Minister Basavaraj Bommai expressed concerns over the fiscal direction of the state, asserting that "Development is not possible from Dasoha without Kayaka". Bommai also raised concerns about the government's borrowing practices, stating that despite borrowing ₹1.5 lakh crore, only ₹1,000 crore was allocated for …

‘Disappointment’: Former Karnataka CM Basavaraj Bommai on Budget
10 months ago

‘Disappointment’: Former Karnataka CM Basavaraj Bommai on Budget

Hindustan Times  

Former Karnataka CM and BJP leader Basavaraj Bommai termed the state budget a ‘disappointment’ and alleged that no development occurred in the last nine months. ‘Disappointment’: Former Karnataka CM Basavaraj Bommai on Budget Speaking to news agency ANI, Basavaraj Bommai said, “Karnataka government has cheated people by not delivering its promises during the elections. The budget that was presented by …

Karnataka govt working tirelessly to address Bengaluru's mobility challenges: CM Siddarmaiah
10 months ago

Karnataka govt working tirelessly to address Bengaluru's mobility challenges: CM Siddarmaiah

India TV News  

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Saturday said his government is aware of the mobility challenges that plague Bengaluru city and assured that it is working tirelessly with a "result-oriented and multi-dimensional approach" to address this issue. "The heart of our state's economy lies in Bengaluru City and our vision is to transform it into a global economic powerhouse by providing …

Karnataka Budget 2024: Properties in Bengaluru to get digital ownership documents; shops to remain open until 1 am
10 months, 1 week ago

Karnataka Budget 2024: Properties in Bengaluru to get digital ownership documents; shops to remain open until 1 am

Hindustan Times  

The Karnataka government will digitize property tax records of all 20 lakh properties in Bengaluru and issue digital e-Khatas from 2024-25, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah said in his budget speech on February 16. Commenting on the government’s announcement that records of all 20 lakh properties in Bengaluru will be digitized, real estate experts said that the move will help streamline property …

BJP leaders criticise Budget while Congress leaders welcome it
10 months, 1 week ago

BJP leaders criticise Budget while Congress leaders welcome it

The Hindu  

BJP leaders have criticised the Budget while Congress leaders have welcomed it. Satish Jarkiholi, Minister for Public Works, welcomed the Budget saying it aimed at creating an equal society with universal welfare and creation of equal opportunities. Setting up the Basavana Bagewadi Development Board, translation in to Kannada of works by Babu Jagajivan Ram, Periyar, Lohia and Narayan Guru are …

CM Siddaramaiah presents Karnataka Budget 2024: Top highlights
10 months, 1 week ago

CM Siddaramaiah presents Karnataka Budget 2024: Top highlights

Hindustan Times  

Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah's 15th budget presentation claimed to be an inclusive budget as the Congress-led government is prepping up the general elections in the next few months. CM Siddaramaiah presents Karnataka Budget 2024: Top highlights Top highlights of Karnataka Budget 2024. On the Congress government's Gruha Lakshmi scheme, which is part of the party's five main poll promises, CM Siddaramaiah …

Siddaramaiah presents Budget for 15th time in Karnataka
10 months, 1 week ago

Siddaramaiah presents Budget for 15th time in Karnataka

Deccan Chronicle  

BENGALURU: Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Friday presented State budget 2024-25 which was his 15th budget presentation in his political career and in the budget presented the Chief Minister holding Finance ministry, stated that the total expenditure for the financial year is estimated to be Rs 3, 71, 383 crore which includes Revenue expenditure of Rs 2, 90, 531 crore, capital …

Karnataka budget: CM allocates ₹52,000 cr welfare funds on 5 guarantee schemes
10 months, 1 week ago

Karnataka budget: CM allocates ₹52,000 cr welfare funds on 5 guarantee schemes

Hindustan Times  

Bengaluru: Karnataka chief minister Siddaramaiah on Friday presented his 15th Budget, announcing an outlay of Rs.3.71 lakh crore for the state this financial year. Karnataka chief minster Siddaramaiah with a bag containing budget papers arrived at Vidhana Soudha, in Bengaluru on Friday Despite a presenting revenue deficit budget, the chief minister pinned his hopes on the government’s guarantee schemes to …

Karnataka Budget 2024 LIVE, key takeaways and highlights: Budget outlay pegged at ₹3,71,383 crore, ₹52,000 crore for guarantee schemes
10 months, 1 week ago

Karnataka Budget 2024 LIVE, key takeaways and highlights: Budget outlay pegged at ₹3,71,383 crore, ₹52,000 crore for guarantee schemes

The Hindu  

February 16, 2024 09:37 am | Updated 03:12 pm IST Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, who also holds the Finance portfolio, presented a revenue-deficit Karnataka Budget for 2024-25 on February 16 with a total outlay pegged at ₹3,71,383 crore, as against a revised estimate of ₹3,12,708 crore for 2023-24. With the deficit pegged at ₹27,354 crore, this is also perhaps the first …

Karnataka budget today, major allocation likely for agriculture sector
10 months, 1 week ago

Karnataka budget today, major allocation likely for agriculture sector

Hindustan Times  

Karnataka chief minister Siddaramaiah, who also holds the portfolio of state finance minister, will present the state budget on Friday in the ongoing assembly session, people familiar with the matter said on Thursday. Karnataka chief minister Siddaramaiah will present state’s budget on Friday, marking his 15th budget presentation. Meanwhile, ahead of the budget, tensions flared in the Karnataka legislative council …

Rajasthan Finance Minister Diya Kumari presents Interim Budget
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Rajasthan Finance Minister Diya Kumari presents Interim Budget

The Hindu  

Rajasthan Deputy Chief Minister and Finance Minister Diya Kumari started presenting a Vote on Account in the Assembly on February 8. The State Finance Minister said many schemes were implemented using State resources by the former government and that there was gap between revenue receipts and expenditure. She said, “During previous government’s tenure, development slowed down in Rajasthan due to …

Rajasthan Budget: Finance Minister Diya Kumari proposes Rs 1,000 crore for schools, colleges, hospitals
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Rajasthan Budget: Finance Minister Diya Kumari proposes Rs 1,000 crore for schools, colleges, hospitals

India TV News  

Provision of Rs 1,000 crore to establish and upgrade schools, colleges, hospitals, and administrative buildings in assembly constituencies and recruitment to fill 70,000 posts were among the key announcements by Rajasthan Finance Minister Diya Kumari, who announced the state's interim budget on Thursday. Now, to ensure regional balance of development, Rs 1,000 crore has been announced for setting up and …

‘Is Finance Commission merely facade under BJP’: Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah
10 months, 2 weeks ago

‘Is Finance Commission merely facade under BJP’: Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah

Hindustan Times  

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has hit out at the Central government over the release of funds for the state, saying that the dwindling grants-in-aid and the glaring absence of budgeted funds raise the question of whether the autonomy of the Finance Commission is merely a 'facade' under the BJP. Siddaramaiah further said that under the 14th Finance Commission, Karnataka received …

‘PM Modi has failed to provide 2 crore jobs per year’: Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah
10 months, 4 weeks ago

‘PM Modi has failed to provide 2 crore jobs per year’: Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah

Hindustan Times  

'Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Wednesday alleged that Prime Minister Narendra Modi failed to provide two crore jobs per year as promised by him. "Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who promised to create 2 crore jobs per year, failed to do so. Even though we went and met Prime Minister Modi and Amit Shah, the central government has not given a single …

CM Siddaramaiah to announce Karnataka budget on February 16; Check details
11 months ago

CM Siddaramaiah to announce Karnataka budget on February 16; Check details

Hindustan Times  

Karnataka is set to get its next budget announcement on February 16 by Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, the state's Law and Parliamentary Affairs Minister H K Patil told reporters on Friday. The budget session will take place between February 12 to 23 in the Karnataka assembly, prompting cabinet ministers to gear up and conduct pre-budget meetings with experts in their various …

Two Indira canteens to come up at Bengaluru airport: Report
1 year, 1 month ago

Two Indira canteens to come up at Bengaluru airport: Report

Hindustan Times  

Karnataka government will soon start two Indira canteens at Bengaluru’s Kempegowda International Airport, said a report in The Times of India. Two Indira canteens to come up at Bengaluru airport: Report According to the report, the decision was taken after cab and bus drivers complained about the exorbitant food prices at airport premises. “We are seeking the help of Bengaluru …

Siddaramaiah sets target of winning at least 20 seats in Karnataka in next year's Lok Sabha elections
1 year, 1 month ago

Siddaramaiah sets target of winning at least 20 seats in Karnataka in next year's Lok Sabha elections

India TV News  

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Saturday set a target of winning at least 20 Lok Sabha seats in the state in next year's Parliamentary elections. The Chief Minister convened a meeting of his cabinet and reviewed preparation of 2024 Lok Sabha elections. They also discussed the severe drought situation in the state and no aid coming from the Centre, Transport …

Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah requests PM Modi to approve DPR for Bengaluru metro project phase-3
1 year, 2 months ago

Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah requests PM Modi to approve DPR for Bengaluru metro project phase-3

India TV News  

Bengaluru metro project phase 3: In order to meet growing demand, Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Friday said he has requested Prime Minister Narendra Modi to approve DPR for phase-3 of the Bengaluru Metro Rail project and a report in this connection has been submitted to the Centre for its nod. "With the completion of these lines, the operational network …

PM Modi slams Congress regimes in Karnataka, Rajasthan over lack of development funds
1 year, 4 months ago

PM Modi slams Congress regimes in Karnataka, Rajasthan over lack of development funds

India TV News  

Karnataka: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday slammed the Congress-led government in Karnataka saying that it has no funds for the development of Bengaluru and a similar case is in Rajasthan. Similar is the case in Rajasthan, the state is under huge debt, development projects are stalled," PM Modi said in Pune. The PM was speaking after flagging off two …

How Siddaramaiah plans to fund his five guarantees
1 year, 5 months ago

How Siddaramaiah plans to fund his five guarantees

India Today  

For Karnataka chief minister Siddaramaiah, the state budget he presented on July 7 was something of a personal milestone. But given the Congress government’s five big-ticket election guarantees, Siddaramaiah’s budget was also keenly watched for details of how he would walk the fiscal tightrope while living up to these poll assurances. According to the chief minister, the total outgo on …

AAP, state bodies to protest against Karnataka budget on July 10
1 year, 5 months ago

AAP, state bodies to protest against Karnataka budget on July 10

Hindustan Times  

Tucked away in the borderlands of Karnataka and Maharashtra, Belagavi, known as the second capital of Karnataka, has played a crucial role in the state’s growth and development. However, Friday’s state budget announcement by Karnataka chief minister Siddaramaiah, who also holds the finance ministry, in the legislative assembly has left the city residents disheartened, as it received no allocation. Karnataka …

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