CM Siddaramaiah reaches out to Singhvi, Sibal before Karnataka HC hearing
1 month, 2 weeks ago

CM Siddaramaiah reaches out to Singhvi, Sibal before Karnataka HC hearing

New Indian Express  

BENGALURU: Chief Minister Siddaramaiah called on two top Supreme Court lawyers Abhishek Manu Singhvi and Kapil Sibal, separately to discuss the Mysuru Urban Development Authority case, in New Delhi on Thursday. This is in the wake of the hearing about the writ petition filed by Siddaramaiah challenging the Karnataka High Court upholding the governor’s nod to prosecute him in the case, coming on Saturday, November 23, his visit to the senior counsels necessitated. Accompanied by his legal adviser AS Ponnanna and Urban Development Minister Byrati Suresh, the Chief Minister had talks with the senior lawyers for about 30 minutes each and discussed the pros and cons of the High Court’s verdict, and the ongoing Lokayukta probe against him. Karnataka Governor Thawar Chand Gehlot had given his nod for the investigation in connection with the MUDA, allotting 14 sites to the Chief Minister’s wife Parvathy.

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Row over Karnataka government's proposal to name road in Mysuru after Siddaramaiah
2 weeks, 3 days ago

Row over Karnataka government's proposal to name road in Mysuru after Siddaramaiah

India Today  

The Mysuru City Corporation's proposal to rename a stretch of the historic KRS Road as "Siddaramaiah Aarogya Marg" after Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has stirred controversy. The party accused the Congress-led Karnataka government of using appointed officials in the absence of an elected council in the Mysuru City Corporation to push the renaming agenda. The officials appointed by the Congress’s …

MUDA scam: Karnataka High Court to hear plea seeking CBI probe on December 19
1 month ago

MUDA scam: Karnataka High Court to hear plea seeking CBI probe on December 19

Hindustan Times  

The Karnataka High Court on Tuesday scheduled the next hearing for the plea filed seeking a direction to transfer the investigation into the alleged Mysuru Urban Development Authority scam to the Central Bureau of Investigation. Earlier on Thursday, the Karnataka HC adjourned the hearing of Chief Minister Siddaramaiah's plea challenging the court's order. The Court was hearing a plea that …

Karnataka HC issues notice to Governor
1 month ago

Karnataka HC issues notice to Governor

New Indian Express  

BENGALURU: The High Court of Karnataka on Thursday issued notices to Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot and others on an appeal by CM Siddaramaiah, questioning the September 24 order of a single judge upholding the consent given by the governor to conduct an investigation against him and others in the MUDA case. The court also issued notices to the governor and others …

Karnataka HC notice to state in plea against governor in Muda case
1 month ago

Karnataka HC notice to state in plea against governor in Muda case

Hindustan Times  

The Karnataka high court on Thursday issued notices to the state government and related respondents following an appeal by chief minister Siddaramaiah, who challenged the governor’s approval to prosecute him in the Mysore Urban Development Authority land allotment case. The bench noted, “Notice issued to respondents returnable on January 25, 2025.” Senior advocate Abhishek Manu Singhvi, representing Siddaramaiah, argued that …

MUDA case: Karnataka HC notices govt on CM Siddaramaiah's appeal
1 month ago

MUDA case: Karnataka HC notices govt on CM Siddaramaiah's appeal

Deccan Chronicle  

Bengaluru: Karnataka High Court on Thursday issued a notice to the state government and other respondents on an appeal filed by Chief Minister Siddaramaiah challenging the single judge bench's order upholding the Governor's decision granting approval for investigation against him in the MUDA site allotment case. The single judge bench of Justice M Nagaprasanna on September 24 dismissed the CM's …

Karnataka High Court Issues Notice On CM Siddaramaiah's Appeal Against Order Upholding Governor's Sanction To Prosecute In MUDA Case
1 month ago

Karnataka High Court Issues Notice On CM Siddaramaiah's Appeal Against Order Upholding Governor's Sanction To Prosecute In MUDA Case

Live Law  

The Karnataka High Court on Thursday issued notice to the state government and other respondents in an appeal by Chief Minister Siddaramaiah challenging the single judge's order which had upheld Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot's decision granting sanction to investigate him in the alleged Mysore Urban Development Authority scam.The CM submitted before the court that Section. The Karnataka High Court on Thursday …

ED letter to Lokayukta on MUDA probe politically motivated: CM Siddaramaiah
1 month ago

ED letter to Lokayukta on MUDA probe politically motivated: CM Siddaramaiah

New Indian Express  

MYSURU: Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Wednesday termed the Enforcement Directorate’s letter to the Karnataka Lokayukta on MUDA probe politically motivated. In its letter, the ED observed that it found evidence of irregularities in the allotment of MUDA sites to Siddaramaiah’s wife. Siddaramaiah told reporters here that the ED wrote to the Lokayukta a day before the HC will hear his …

Karnataka High Court to hear Siddaramaiah's appeal in MUDA case on January 25
1 month ago

Karnataka High Court to hear Siddaramaiah's appeal in MUDA case on January 25

India Today  

The Karnataka High Court has issued notice to the state government and other respondents on an appeal filed by Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, challenging a single-judge bench’s decision upholding the Governor’s sanction to prosecute him in the Mysore Urban Development Authority site allotment case. This gubernatorial sanction was based on petitions filed by activists TJ Abraham, Pradeep Kumar, and Snehamayi Krishna, …

MUDA case: ED's communication to Lokayukata police is politically motivated, says Siddaramaiah
1 month ago

MUDA case: ED's communication to Lokayukata police is politically motivated, says Siddaramaiah

Deccan Chronicle  

Mandya : Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Wednesday termed the ED's recent communication to the state Lokayukta police in connection with the MUDA site allotment case, as "politically motivated" and sent with an intent to influence them and the court. The federal agency, in a recent communication sent to the Lokayukta police, claimed that its probe has also found that …

MUDA case: ED's communication to Lokayukata police is politically motivated, says Siddaramaiah
1 month, 1 week ago

MUDA case: ED's communication to Lokayukata police is politically motivated, says Siddaramaiah

Hindustan Times  

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Wednesday termed the ED's recent communication to the state Lokayukta police in connection with the MUDA site allotment case, as "politically motivated" and sent with an intent to influence them and the court. The federal agency, in a recent communication sent to the Lokayukta police, claimed that its probe has also found that MUDA had …

Congress needs to back CM Siddaramaiah's revelations with specifics
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Congress needs to back CM Siddaramaiah's revelations with specifics

New Indian Express  

There is never a dull moment in Karnataka politics. Although the BJP-JDS leaders’ often repeated remarks on the possibility of the government not completing its full tenure did give some credence to the general allegations, the timing and manner in which such specific charges were made raises several questions. The Enforcement Directorate and Lokayukta police are probing the Mysuru Urban …

Karnataka High Court To Hear CM Siddaramaiah's Appeal Against 'Sanction' Order In MUDA "Scam" Case On November 23
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Karnataka High Court To Hear CM Siddaramaiah's Appeal Against 'Sanction' Order In MUDA "Scam" Case On November 23

Live Law  

The Karnataka High Court on Thursday said it would hear next Saturday, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah's appeal challenging a single judge bench's order which had upheld the Governor's decision granting approval/ sanction for investigation against him in the alleged Mysore Urban Development Authority scam. The petition stands dismissed.” With respect to the application of Section 17A Prevention of Corruption Act the …

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah challenges BJP to unseat him
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1 month, 4 weeks ago

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah challenges BJP to unseat him

India Today  

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah issued a challenge to the BJP, daring them to try and remove him from his position. Siddaramaiah also drew comparisons to the recent actions against other chief ministers and Opposition leaders, and said: "They tried filing false cases against Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren, then Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal, and now they’re targeting me.” Siddaramaiah's remarks followed …

Karnataka HC quashes proceedings against two ED officials
2 months ago

Karnataka HC quashes proceedings against two ED officials

New Indian Express  

BENGALURU: The High Court of Karnataka on Friday quashed proceedings initiated against Deputy Director Manoj Mittal and Assistant Director Murali Kannan of the Enforcement Directorate based on a police complaint filed by B Kallesh, Additional Director, Social Welfare Department, accusing them of forcing him to name CM Siddaramaiah and others in the Karnataka Maharshi Valmiki Scheduled Tribes Development Corporation scam. …

Siddaramaiah will face jail soon, says Yediyurappa
2 months ago

Siddaramaiah will face jail soon, says Yediyurappa

Deccan Chronicle  

Ballari: Former Karnataka Chief Minister and BJP Parliamentary Committee member BS Yediyurappa declared that the time for Chief Minister Siddaramaiah to face jail is imminent. Speaking during a roadshow in Sandur constituency today, Yediyurappa alleged that Siddaramaiah and his wife are embroiled in the MUDA scam and the case is currently under investigation by the Lokayukta. Once the CBI takes …

Lokayukta police may again summon CM in MUDA case, if necessary, says his legal adviser
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2 months ago

Lokayukta police may again summon CM in MUDA case, if necessary, says his legal adviser

Hindustan Times  

The Lokayukta police probing the MUDA site allotment case may summon Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah for questioning again, if necessary, during the course of the investigation, his legal adviser A S Ponnanna said on Thursday. Siddaramaiah appeared before the Lokayukta police in Mysuru on Wednesday, in response to the summons issued to him, and he was questioned by a team …

MUDA case: Activist accuses Lokayukta SP of dereliction of duty
2 months ago

MUDA case: Activist accuses Lokayukta SP of dereliction of duty

The Hindu  

Activist Snehamayi Krishna, the complainant in the MUDA land case which is being probed by the Lokayukta police, has accused the investigating officer of dereliction of duty. “But when the High Court of Karnataka listed our plea for transfer of case to the CBI, the Lokayukta issued a notice to the Chief Minister and questioned him in a hurry,” said …

Karnataka Deputy CM Shivakumar praises Siddaramaiah for appearing before Lokayukta in MUDA case
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2 months ago

Karnataka Deputy CM Shivakumar praises Siddaramaiah for appearing before Lokayukta in MUDA case

Deccan Chronicle  

Hubbali: Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar on Wednesday commended Chief Minister Siddaramaiah for cooperating with the law by appearing before the Lokayukta Police in Mysuru regarding the MUDA case. Meanwhile, Karnataka State Minister MB Patil confirmed that CM Siddaramaiah fully cooperated with the Lokayukta Police and dismissed BJP protests as mere "drama." The Lokayukta investigation into the MUDA scam …

Lokayukta police question Siddaramaiah for 2 hours in Muda case
2 months ago

Lokayukta police question Siddaramaiah for 2 hours in Muda case

Hindustan Times  

The Karnataka Lokayukta police questioned chief minister Siddaramaiah for two hours on Wednesday in connection with alleged irregularities in a land allotment case, compounding the problems for the embattled Congress leader. Karnataka chief minister Siddaramaiah leaves the office of Lokayukta after being questioned in the MUDA site allotment case in Mysuru on Wednesday. The case involves allegations of irregularities in …

BJP calls Lokayukta questioning of Siddaramaiah in Muda land case 'stage managed'
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2 months ago

BJP calls Lokayukta questioning of Siddaramaiah in Muda land case 'stage managed'

New Indian Express  

MYSURU: The Lokayukta police on Wednesday questioned Chief Minister Siddaramaiah here for two hours in connection with the alleged illegal land allotments by the MUDA to his wife B M Parvathi. As the chief minister appeared before the Lokayukta police, the opposition BJP in the state held a protest and reiterated its demand for the resignation of Siddaramaiah. Asserting that …

Fresh trouble for Siddaramaiah: Karnataka CM summoned for questioning in MUDA case
2 months ago

Fresh trouble for Siddaramaiah: Karnataka CM summoned for questioning in MUDA case

Live Mint  

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah is slated to appear for questioning in the MUDA case on November 6. The development comes mere days after the ED conducted raids at multiple locations across the state in connection with MUDA-linked money laundering case. The CM had also filed an appeal before the division bench of the High Court on October 24 — challenging …

Lokayukta Police Summon Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah for MUDA Case
2 months, 1 week ago

Lokayukta Police Summon Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah for MUDA Case

New Indian Express  

Lokayukta police summon Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah for questioning in the MUDA case on Wednesday. The CM is facing allegations of illegalities in the allotment of 14 sites to his wife by the Mysuru Urban Development Authority (MUDA). The police have questioned his wife, brother-in-law, and Devaraju, who also purchased a plot of land and gifted it to Parvathi.

ED books Siddaramaiah in MUDA linked money-laundering case
3 months, 1 week ago

ED books Siddaramaiah in MUDA linked money-laundering case

The Hindu  

The Enforcement Directorate on Monday booked Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and some others in a money-laundering case linked to the Mysuru Urban Development Authority, taking cognisance of a recent state Lokayukta FIR, official sources said. The FIR was lodged after a special court in Bengaluru last week ordered a Lokayukta police probe against Mr. Siddaramaiah in the case. Mr. Siddaramaiah, …

Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah in trouble because of bad advice by coterie: A.H. Vishwanath
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah in trouble because of bad advice by coterie: A.H. Vishwanath

The Hindu  

MLC A.H. Vishwanath urged Chief Minister Siddaramaiah to resign following the High Court of Karnataka dismissing his plea challenging the Governor’s sanction of an investigation against him in the alleged scam in allotment of sites of Mysore Urban Development Authority to his wife. Mr. Vishwanath said that the development has tarnished Mr. Siddaramaiah’s previously unblemished political career of over 50 …

BJP is not able to tolerate the good work of Karnataka CM, says D.K. Shivakumar
3 months, 2 weeks ago

BJP is not able to tolerate the good work of Karnataka CM, says D.K. Shivakumar

The Hindu  

An hour after the High Court ruling, Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D. K. Shivakumar said the opposition BJP has hatched a ‘political conspiracy’ against Chief Minister Siddaramaiah. “The BJP is not able to tolerate the good work, commitment and contributions of the Chief Minister to Karnataka, and the country.The BJP had hatched conspiracy against me too in the past,” the …

MUDA case: Karnataka High Court to deliver verdict on CM Siddaramaiah’s petition on September 24
3 months, 2 weeks ago

MUDA case: Karnataka High Court to deliver verdict on CM Siddaramaiah’s petition on September 24

The Hindu  

The Karnataka High Court will pronounce on Tuesday its verdict on the petition filed by Chief Minister Siddaramaiah challenging the approval given by the Governor of Karnataka for conducting investigation against him in the alleged illegalities in Mysuru Urban Development Authority in allotting 14 sites to his wife in prime location of Mysuru city. The High Court had completed the …

Karnataka Governor seeks report from government on works undertaken purportedly on CM’s oral instruction
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Karnataka Governor seeks report from government on works undertaken purportedly on CM’s oral instruction

The Hindu  

Karnataka Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot has sought a detailed report from the government in connection with Mysuru Urban Development Authority allegedly undertaking works worth ₹387 crore in violation of rules purportedly on oral instruction of Chief Minister Siddaramaiah in his Varuna constituency, and Srirangapatna. Mr. Gehlot has written to Chief Secretary Shalini Rajneesh citing detailed representation submitted in this regard, and …

‘Siddaramaiah was DyCM and CM when State government took decisions that resulted in allotment of 14 sites to wife’
4 months, 1 week ago

‘Siddaramaiah was DyCM and CM when State government took decisions that resulted in allotment of 14 sites to wife’

The Hindu  

Siddaramaiah was the Deputy Chief Minister or the Chief Minister during a majority of the government’s decisions, which ultimately culminated in the allotment of 14 sites by the Mysuru Urban Development Authority to his wife, it was argued before the High Court of Karnataka on Monday. Mr. Raghavan argued that Section 7 of the PC act also deals with instances …

Karnataka CM not worried about MUDA case, says minister Dr G Parameshwara
4 months, 1 week ago

Karnataka CM not worried about MUDA case, says minister Dr G Parameshwara

New Indian Express  

BENGALURU: Home Minister Dr G Parameshwara on Sunday said Chief Minister Siddaramaiah is not worried about the MUDA case. On Saturday night, the CM had hosted dinner for some cabinet colleagues, including Parameshwara. Responding to a question by reporters as to whether the CM is worried about the MUDA case, Parameshwara said the Chief Minister is not worried. When asked …

No sanction pleas on Union minister HD Kumaraswamy, BJP netas with me: Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot
4 months, 1 week ago

No sanction pleas on Union minister HD Kumaraswamy, BJP netas with me: Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot

New Indian Express  

BENGALURU: Though the Congress party took out a Raj Bhavan Chalo on Saturday, demanding sanction to prosecute Union minister HD Kumaraswamy, former BJP ministers Shashikala Jolle, Murugesh Nirani and Gali Janardhana Reddy, Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot clarified that there were no such petitions pending before him. He was speaking to reporters after leading the Raj Bhavan Chalo and presenting a memorandum …

Karnataka HC quashes CBI plea in Deputy CM DK Shivakumar disproportionate assets case
4 months, 1 week ago

Karnataka HC quashes CBI plea in Deputy CM DK Shivakumar disproportionate assets case

New Indian Express  

BENGALURU: Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar termed the Karnataka High Court verdict quashing the CBI’s plea in the disproportionate assets case against him, as a victory for the people and the government. “It is more a victory for the people and the government than a personal one,” he told reporters after the HC quashed the application of CBI and BJP …

MUDA case: CM Siddaramaiah shares video showing covered portion of letter written by his wife
4 months, 2 weeks ago

MUDA case: CM Siddaramaiah shares video showing covered portion of letter written by his wife

Hindustan Times  

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Monday shared a video on his social media handle in a bid to silence the BJP and the JD for raising doubts over a whitener used by his wife Parvathi in her application seeking an alternative site against the ‘illegal acquisition’ of her land by the Mysuru Urban Development Authority in Mysuru. {{^userSubscribed}} {{/userSubscribed}} {{^userSubscribed}} …

Siddaramaiah Files Writ Petition in Karnataka HC Seeking Quash of Governor’s Grant of Prosecution Against Him
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Siddaramaiah Files Writ Petition in Karnataka HC Seeking Quash of Governor’s Grant of Prosecution Against Him

Deccan Chronicle  

Bengaluru: As stated by him to challenge Governor’s decision over grant sanction for prosecution, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Monday filed a writ petition in the High Court of Karnataka seeking to quash amongst other reliefs in the grant of sanction for his prosecution accorded by Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot on August 16 this year under Section 17A of Prevention of Corruption …

MUDA scam case: Congress workers stage protest against Governor in Shivamogga, Hassan
4 months, 3 weeks ago

MUDA scam case: Congress workers stage protest against Governor in Shivamogga, Hassan

The Hindu  

Workers and leaders of the Congress staged protests in various parts of Karnataka opposing the Governor sanctioning prosecution of Chief Minister Siddaramaiah in the alleged MUDA scam. Shivakumar along with Congress MLAs, MLCs and workers protest against Karnataka Governor for granting sanction to prosecute Chief Minister #Siddaramaiah in #MUDAScam, at Freedom Park, in #Bengaluru on August 19, 2024. Congress workers …

Karnataka HC orders pausing further proceedings on complaints against CM Siddaramaiah before special court
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Karnataka HC orders pausing further proceedings on complaints against CM Siddaramaiah before special court

The Hindu  

In a temporary relief to Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, the High Court of Karnataka on Monday ordered a special court in Bengaluru, to defer further proceedings on complaints related to alleged irregularities in allotment of sites by the Mysuru Urban Development Authority. The special court shall not precipitate complaint related to the sanctions granted by the Governor against Mr. Siddaramaiah till …

Congress to Stage Statewide Protest Against Governor’s Sanction for Prosecution of CM Siddaramaiah
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Congress to Stage Statewide Protest Against Governor’s Sanction for Prosecution of CM Siddaramaiah

Deccan Chronicle  

BENGALURU: The Congress party will stage a protest across Karnataka on Monday at 11 am against the Governor's grant of prosecution against Chief Minister Siddaramaiah over alleged irregularities in plot allotment in Mysore Urban Development Authority. “The party is ready to wage a legal battle against the prosecution sanction but it is necessary to stage protest against the misuse of …

MUDA 'scam': Siddaramaiah terms Guv's prosecution sanction ‘anti-Constitutional’, says ‘entire Cabinet with me’
4 months, 3 weeks ago

MUDA 'scam': Siddaramaiah terms Guv's prosecution sanction ‘anti-Constitutional’, says ‘entire Cabinet with me’

Hindustan Times  

Karnataka chief minister Siddaramaiah on Saturday labelled Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot's decision to grant sanction for his prosecution in connection with the alleged Mysuru Urban Development Authority site allotment scam as “anti-Constitutional”, saying it will be questioned in the court. Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah Siddaramaiah asserted the Governor's decision was not only contrary to the Constitution but also against the law. …

MUDA scam: Karnataka Governor sanctions prosecution of CM Siddaramaiah
4 months, 3 weeks ago

MUDA scam: Karnataka Governor sanctions prosecution of CM Siddaramaiah

The Hindu  

Karnataka Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot on Saturday sanctioned the prosecution of Chief Minister Siddaramaiah in a case of alleged corruption in the allotment of land to his wife by the Mysuru Urban Development Authority, saying that a “neutral, objective and non-partisan investigation should be conducted”. A six-page communication to Chief Secretary Shalini Rajneesh by the Governor’s Secretariat on Saturday said that …

Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah to be prosecuted in land scam case, CMO says no communication yet
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah to be prosecuted in land scam case, CMO says no communication yet

India TV News  

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah will be prosecuted in the Mysuru Urban Development Authority site allotment 'scam’ as Governor Thawar Chand Gehlot has sanctioned his prosecution based on a complaint filed by an RTI activist. Sources told India TV that the Karnataka Governor Thawar Chand Gehlot has approved prosecution against CM Siddaramaiah after activist TJ Abraham urged the Governor to give …

Fresh complaint filed against Siddaramaiah, his wife
5 months ago

Fresh complaint filed against Siddaramaiah, his wife

Hindustan Times  

Amid the political row over the alleged irregularities in the Mysore Urban Development Authority land allotment case, an RTI activist has filed a complaint accusing chief minister Siddaramaiah, his wife and several other government officials of forging documents to illegitimately claim land and receive undue compensation. Reacting to the complaint, Siddaramaiah dismissed the allegations, describing the legal action as a …

Siddaramaiah confident over Governor rejecting pleas seeking his prosecution in MUDA scam
5 months ago

Siddaramaiah confident over Governor rejecting pleas seeking his prosecution in MUDA scam

New Indian Express  

MYSURU: Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Wednesday said that he is confident that Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot will go by the advice of the Council of Ministers and reject the petition seeking sanction for prosecution against him in connection with the alleged site allotment scam in the Mysuru Urban Development Authority. Siddaramaiah said that it was wrong to compare the MUDA issue …

Amid MUDA case row, fresh complaint seeks probe against CM Sidda
5 months ago

Amid MUDA case row, fresh complaint seeks probe against CM Sidda

Hindustan Times  

Bengaluru: A social activist on Tuesday filed a complaint with Karnataka Governor Thaawar Chand Gehlot seeking a probe against chief minister Siddaramaiah over his alleged role in irregularities in denotification of land allotted to the poor beneficiaries in Mysuru way back in 2008. Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah The complaint, filed by right to information activist Snehamayi Krishna, accused Siddaramaiah of …

Siddaramaiah Vows Legal and Political Battle Over MUDA Case, Slams Yediyurappa
5 months ago

Siddaramaiah Vows Legal and Political Battle Over MUDA Case, Slams Yediyurappa

Deccan Chronicle  

BELAGAVI: Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has declared to confront the ongoing MUDA case head-on, both legally and politically. Speaking to reporters in Belagavi on Monday, Siddaramaiah said that his government has formally requested the Governor to withdraw the show-cause notice issued in connection with the case and to dismiss the complaint filed by activist TJ Abraham. In a subsequent media …

Karnataka Cabinet challenges Governor's notice to CM Siddaramaiah over MUDA scam
5 months, 1 week ago

Karnataka Cabinet challenges Governor's notice to CM Siddaramaiah over MUDA scam

New Indian Express  

BENGALURU: With the state cabinet passing a resolution on Thursday advising Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot to withdraw the notice issued to CM Siddaramaiah over the alleged irregularities in allotment of sites by MUDA, the conflict between the state government and the Raj Bhavan has just begun, according to political analysts. The issue may not die down anytime soon with the CM …

Siddaramaiah calls apex court ruling on internal quota for SC/ST ‘historic’
5 months, 1 week ago

Siddaramaiah calls apex court ruling on internal quota for SC/ST ‘historic’

The Hindu  

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Thursday called the Supreme Court’s ruling on internal reservation for the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes as “historic” and said that a major obstacle in the implementation of internal reservation had been removed following the verdict. Taking to social media platform X, the Chief Minister said, “The Supreme Court’s decision to uphold the authority of …

MUDA scam: Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah skips Cabinet meeting to discuss 'show-cause notice' to him by Governor
5 months, 1 week ago

MUDA scam: Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah skips Cabinet meeting to discuss 'show-cause notice' to him by Governor

India TV News  

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Thursday skipped a key Cabinet meeting to discuss a "show-cause notice" issued to him on the alleged Mysuru Urban Development Authority site allotment 'scam'. Karnataka Governor Thaawar Chand Gehlot issued the notice seeking a "response" from the chief minister. Governor seeks "response" from CM on MUDA 'scam' The Governor sought a "response" from Siddaramaiah to …

Amid MUDA ‘scam’, Karnataka govt transfers Mysuru Deputy Commissioner
6 months ago

Amid MUDA ‘scam’, Karnataka govt transfers Mysuru Deputy Commissioner

Hindustan Times  

Amid a controversy over alleged land scam in Mysuru Urban Development Authority, the Karnataka government on Friday transferred Mysuru Deputy Commissioner K V Rajendra. Senior BJP leader R Ashoka had earlier alleged that Rajendra had written several letters to MUDA stating that the allotment of alternative sites to land losers, in lieu of land acquired from them to form residential …

Karnataka high court issues notice to CM over plea alleging poll malpractices
1 year, 5 months ago

Karnataka high court issues notice to CM over plea alleging poll malpractices

Hindustan Times  

Bengaluru: The Karnataka high court on Friday issued a notice to chief minister Siddaramaiah in response to an election petition filed by a voter. The petition seeks to nullify Siddaramaiah’s election from the Varuna assembly constituency in the recently concluded state assembly elections, alleging electoral malpractices. Karnataka high court issues notice to chief minister Siddaramaiah seeking response to the petition …

Karnataka High Court issues notice to Siddaramaiah on petition seeking his disqualification
1 year, 5 months ago

Karnataka High Court issues notice to Siddaramaiah on petition seeking his disqualification

India TV News  

HC notice: The Karnataka High Court on Friday issued notice to Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on a petition alleging electoral malpractice and sought his disqualification from the Varuna assembly constituency. The petition blamed the Congress’ election manifesto which promised five guarantees and described them as “‘corrupt practices amounting to bribery and also undue influence under Section 123 of The Representation of …

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