135 Karnataka MLAs, Congress leaders to stage protest against Centre in Delhi
10 months, 2 weeks ago

135 Karnataka MLAs, Congress leaders to stage protest against Centre in Delhi

Hindustan Times  

Chief minister Siddaramaiah on Tuesday announced that MLAs and MPs from the state will stage a protest in New Delhi on Wednesday against the central government’s tax devolution policies, according to an official letter. Karnataka chief minister Siddaramaiah with state deputy chief minister DK Shivakumar, state home minister G Parameshwara, Congress general secretary Randeep Surjewala and others during the party Leaders Meet ahead of the 2024 Lok Sabha elections in Bengaluru on January 10. READ | ‘Is Finance Commission merely facade under BJP’: Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah Ahead of the scheduled protest, chief minister Siddaramaiah has reached out to all Union ministers and MPs from Karnataka, urging their support. In letters dated February 5, Siddaramaiah highlighted the protest, dubbed “Chalo Delhi,” as a response to what he perceives as ongoing injustice and neglect towards Karnataka by the central government.

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People will Remain with us Tomorrow: Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah
5 days, 23 hours ago

People will Remain with us Tomorrow: Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah

Deccan Chronicle  

Belagavi: Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, addressing the Congress Legislative Party meeting, expressed confidence in the people’s continued support for the Congress and emphasized the government’s commitment to inclusive development. Siddaramaiah highlighted the continuous development across the state under the Congress government, urging legislators to present factual records and data boldly. Deve Gowda, Siddaramaiah remarked that the BJP’s newfound faith in the …

'Be human first': Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah lessons kids while talking about Basavanna. Watch
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6 days, 11 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 …

Karnataka BJP chief slams Siddarmaiah over police lathi charge at Panchamasali community's protest
1 week, 1 day ago

Karnataka BJP chief slams Siddarmaiah over police lathi charge at Panchamasali community's protest

Op India  

Karnataka Bharatiya Janata Party president Vijayendra Yediyurappa criticised the state government over the police lathi charge on the Lingayat Panchamasali community during their protest for reservation, calling it an example of the arrogance of the CM Siddaramaiah-led government. Vijayendra’s response came after Siddaramaiah, in a post on X, alleged that the BJP leader tried to bribe Anwar Manippady with Rs …

'Abusing power as CM': Karnataka BJP chief hits back at Siddaramaiah on corruption allegations
1 week, 1 day ago

'Abusing power as CM': Karnataka BJP chief hits back at Siddaramaiah on corruption allegations

Hindustan Times  

Bharatiya Janata Party Karnataka chief BY Vijayendra hit back at Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah over him calling a CBI investigation into an alleged corruption case involving him, and accused him of "abusing" power. Karnataka BJP chief BY Vijayendra said that Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah is misusing his post. Vijayendra reacted after Siddaramaiah, in a post on X, alleged that the BJP …

Govt has no objection to Panchamasali community's demand for quota: Siddaramaiah
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1 week, 3 days ago

Govt has no objection to Panchamasali community's demand for quota: Siddaramaiah

Deccan Chronicle  

Vijayapura: Clarifying that the government has no objections to the Panchamasali community's demand for reservation under Category 2A, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah said that the agitation must remain lawful and orderly. Addressing BJP’s allegations that the police resorted to stone-pelting during the Panchamasali community’s march to Suvarna Soudha, the Chief Minister denied the claims. Reacting to statements made by Jayamruthyunjaya Swamiji, …

'Siddaramaiah is anti-Lingayat': Seer slams Karnataka CM amid 2A reservation issue
1 week, 4 days ago

'Siddaramaiah is anti-Lingayat': Seer slams Karnataka CM amid 2A reservation issue

Hindustan Times  

A Lingayat Panchamsali seer has labeled Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah as "anti-Lingayat," asserting that no previous government had treated the community this way during their peaceful protests over the past four years. According to Deccan Herald, Basav Jaymritunjay Swamiji of Panchamsali Peetha, Kudalasangama, said Siddaramaiah was misleading the public about inviting Lingayat Panchamsali leaders for talks on the 2A reservation …

Karnataka legislature winter session likely to put a lid on groupism in BJP, Congress
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2 weeks ago

Karnataka legislature winter session likely to put a lid on groupism in BJP, Congress

New Indian Express  

BENGALURU: The 10-day winter session of the state legislature that commences in Belagavi on Monday is likely to put a lid on factionalism and power politics within the Ruling Congress and the Opposition BJP for the time being. In the BJP camp, the Leader of the Opposition in the Assembly R Ashoka is likely to take along all the legislators …

Karnataka HC issues notice to Governor
2 weeks, 3 days 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 …

CM Siddaramaiah removed from Congress’ Hassan rally poster: Here’s what happened
2 weeks, 5 days ago

CM Siddaramaiah removed from Congress’ Hassan rally poster: Here’s what happened

Live Mint  

The Karnataka Congress has altered the intent of the major rally which is set to take place on December 5 in the Hassan district. The event which was originally intended to show support for Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, will now take place under the Congress' name, as per reports. While speaking to reporters, Deputy chief minister and Karnataka Pradesh Congress Committee …

CM Siddaramaiah dismisses Opposition’s criticism, asserts unshakable leadership after bypoll wins
2 weeks, 6 days ago

CM Siddaramaiah dismisses Opposition’s criticism, asserts unshakable leadership after bypoll wins

New Indian Express  

Siddaramaiah laid the foundation stone for the Karnataka State Cricket Association’s international cricket stadium at Sorekunte and launched development works worth Rs 1,259 crore in Tumakuru. A few days ago, BJP and JDS MLAs from Tumakuru, especially B Suresh Gowda and MT Krishnappa, had announced their intention to greet the CM with “Go back, Siddaramaiah” slogans. Meanwhile, Karnataka Home Minister …

DK Shivakumar asserts party unity ahead of Congress' rebranded Hassan rally
2 weeks, 6 days ago

DK Shivakumar asserts party unity ahead of Congress' rebranded Hassan rally

India Today  

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah’s upcoming rally in Hassan on December 5 has undergone a dramatic transformation from a personal show of strength to a Congress-endorsed event. The shift came after an anonymous letter to AICC President Mallikarjun Kharge highlighted concerns that the rally, organised independently by Siddaramaiah’s faction, risked promoting “hero worship” and undermining the party’s collective identity. Responding to …

Congress plans more rallies to keep winning momentum going
3 weeks ago

Congress plans more rallies to keep winning momentum going

New Indian Express  

BENGALURU: The state Congress, which is in high spirits after its recent bypoll wins, wants to keep the winning momentum going ahead of the local body elections to be held in 2025. Each time Chief Minister Siddaramaiah’s staunch supporters—the AHINDA, Hindulida, and Dalit members)—hold a convention or a rally to enhance the image of their leader, the Congress high command …

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 …

Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah in Delhi; Will Nagendra return as minister?
3 weeks, 3 days ago

Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah in Delhi; Will Nagendra return as minister?

New Indian Express  

BENGALURU: Speculations are rife over a possible cabinet reshuffle with Chief Minister Siddaramaiah flying to New Delhi on Thursday evening. According to informed sources, the CM is likely to discuss with the party top brass the induction of former tribal welfare minister B Nagendra into the cabinet. Nagendra resigned in connection with the alleged illegal money transfer from state-run Karnataka …

DK Shivakumar promises action against MLA wanting revocation of guarantees
3 weeks, 5 days ago

DK Shivakumar promises action against MLA wanting revocation of guarantees

India Today  

Reiterating that the government would not halt guarantee schemes, Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar on Tuesday said the Congress would issue a show-cause notice to its MLA Gaviyappa, HR Gaviyappa, for his statement on guarantees. Gaviyappa courted controversy and disciplinary action by the party for urging Chief Minister Siddaramaiah to revoke two or three guarantee schemes. No MLA of …

Bengal BJP holds protest march to Bangladesh Dy High Commission over ISKCON priest's arrest
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Bengal BJP holds protest march to Bangladesh Dy High Commission over ISKCON priest's arrest

India TV News  

Bengal unit of the Bharatiya Janata Party, including West Bengal Assembly Leader of Opposition Suvendu Adhikari and BJP leader Agnimitra Paul held a protest march on Wednesday to the Bangladesh Deputy High Commission in Kolkata against the arrest of ISKCON Bangladesh leader Chinmoy Krishna Das Brahmachari by Dhaka police. During the march, Agnimitra Paul said that the Bengali Hindus would …

Karnataka to see leadership change? DK Shivakumar's '2.5-yr term' sparks doubts
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Karnataka to see leadership change? DK Shivakumar's '2.5-yr term' sparks doubts

India Today  

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar has sparked speculation about a potential change of leadership within the state government. He noted that the practice of appointing panchayat chairpersons for terms of varying lengths, including 2.5 years, was common, but when it comes to resignations, "only the gods can save us." This comment has left many wondering whether the 2.5-year term …

Karnataka: Congress sweeps bypolls securing victory in all 3 constituencies
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1 month ago

Karnataka: Congress sweeps bypolls securing victory in all 3 constituencies

Deccan Chronicle  

Mangaluru: The Congress party in Karnataka has achieved a significant political triumph by sweeping the recent by-elections. A United Front Amidst Divided Opposition The by-election results reflect a strong effort by the Congress, backed by Siddaramaiah's AHINDA base, coupled with strategic moves by Deputy Chief Minister and KPCC President DK Shivakumar. This consolidation of power highlights Siddaramaiah’s continuing grip on …

Karnataka Assembly bypolls victory: Shivakumar gives credit to CM Siddaramaiah's leadership
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1 month ago

Karnataka Assembly bypolls victory: Shivakumar gives credit to CM Siddaramaiah's leadership

Deccan Chronicle  

Bengaluru:Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar on Saturday gave credit to Chief Minister Siddaramaiah's leadership as well as the five guarantees for the Congress party's success in the assembly bypolls. The ruling Congress on Saturday retained its strong hold of Sandur, with its candidate E Annapoorna, winning the seat by defeating BJP's ST Morcha president Bangaru Hanumanthu. In the …

Karnataka: Counting of votes beings for bypolls to 3 Assembly seats
1 month ago

Karnataka: Counting of votes beings for bypolls to 3 Assembly seats

Deccan Chronicle  

Bengaluru: The counting of votes is underway on Saturday for the high stake bypolls held to three Assembly segments in Karnataka, which witnessed a fierce fight between the ruling Congress and a combative BJP-JD alliance. The bypolls to Sandur, Shiggaon and Channapatna were necessitated as the seats fell vacant following the election of their respective representatives -- E Tukaram of …

DK Shivakumar welcomes Congress sweep in Karnataka bypolls: 'Harbinger of 2028'
1 month ago

DK Shivakumar welcomes Congress sweep in Karnataka bypolls: 'Harbinger of 2028'

India Today  

Terming the Karnataka bypoll results as a lesson against the false propaganda of the Opposition and a victory for development and welfare schemes, Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar on Saturday said the outcome signals what to expect in the 2028 Assembly elections. The people’s verdict has answered these allegations.” ‘THIS IS NOT THE LOSS OF NIKHIL OR BHARATH’ Among those …

Karnataka bypoll results: Outcome crucial for both ruling and opposition camps
1 month ago

Karnataka bypoll results: Outcome crucial for both ruling and opposition camps

Hindustan Times  

The counting of votes for the high stake by-polls to three Assembly segments in Karnataka, which witnessed a fierce fight between the ruling Congress and a combative BJP-JD alliance, will take place on Saturday. The by-polls to Sandur, Shiggaon and Channapatna were necessitated as the seats fell vacant following the election of their respective representatives -- E Tukaram of Congress, …

Kumaraswamy backs BJP, wants SIT to prove Siddaramaiah's bribery claims
1 month, 1 week ago

Kumaraswamy backs BJP, wants SIT to prove Siddaramaiah's bribery claims

India Today  

Union Minister HD Kumaraswamy on Friday demanded a Special Investigation Team probe into Chief Minister Siddaramaiah's claim that the BJP offered Rs 50 crore each to 50 Congress MLAs to topple his government in Karnataka. BJP Karnataka President BY Vijayendra had earlier challenged Chief Minister Siddaramaiah to disclose the source and show proof of his allegations. He accused the Chief …

Bengaluru Hindutva activist arrested for derogatory Facebook post on Karnataka minister Zameer Ahmed Khan
1 month, 1 week ago

Bengaluru Hindutva activist arrested for derogatory Facebook post on Karnataka minister Zameer Ahmed Khan

Hindustan Times  

Bengaluru police arrested Hindutva activist Puneeth Karehalli on Thursday for his derogatory post against Karnataka minister Zameer Ahmed Khan. During the by-election campaign in Karnataka’s Channapatna, Zameer Ahmed Khan called union minister Kumaraswamy ‘Kaalia’, and Karehalli wrote a derogatory post on Facebook against the former in response to his comments. Yogeshwara has returned to his home, and he will be …

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 …

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah challenges BJP to unseat him
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1 month, 1 week 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 …

Bypolls done, Siddaramaiah now to rally Kurubas in Maharashtra
1 month, 1 week ago

Bypolls done, Siddaramaiah now to rally Kurubas in Maharashtra

New Indian Express  

BENGALURU: Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah is set to boost the Congress campaign in the Maharashtra Assembly polls as he visits the neighbouring state on November 15. A formidable AHINDA leader and a Kuruba icon, Siddaramaiah is expected to rally the Dhangar-Kuruba vote bank — an influential bloc of over one crore — that could tilt the polls. Former minister and …

Channapatna contest hogs limelight as stage set for by-polls in 3 Assembly segments in Karnataka
1 month, 1 week ago

Channapatna contest hogs limelight as stage set for by-polls in 3 Assembly segments in Karnataka

Hindustan Times  

Bengaluru, The stage is set for voting in three Assembly segments of Karnataka, which will go for by-polls on Wednesday, with spotlight on Channapatna, where Union Minister and JD leader H D Kumaraswamy's son Nikhil has crossed swords with Congress heavyweight C P Yogeeshwara in a prestigious battle. Among the three segments, Channapatna is considered to be a "high profile", …

Guarantee Schemes Row: Revanth, DKS Invite Maha Leaders To Telangana, Karnataka To Check Congress Success
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Guarantee Schemes Row: Revanth, DKS Invite Maha Leaders To Telangana, Karnataka To Check Congress Success

ABP News  

In a joint press conference held by the Congress leadership, prominent figures including Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu, Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy, and Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar came together to counter the Bharatiya Janata Party’s claims that Congress has "failed to deliver on its promises." Karnataka Deputy CM DK Shivakumar emphasised that Congress has not …

'Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah will resign soon; DK Shivakumar, Kharge aware': BJP state chief BY Vijayendra
1 month, 2 weeks ago

'Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah will resign soon; DK Shivakumar, Kharge aware': BJP state chief BY Vijayendra

Hindustan Times  

Karnataka BJP President B Y Vijayendra on Friday claimed that Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, facing probe in the MUDA site allotment case, will resign soon. Karnataka BJP chief BY Vijayendra Both Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar and Congress national President M Mallikarjun Kharge are also aware as to when the CM will quit, he said. He termed Siddaramaiah's reported recent …

DK Shivakumar: BJP wants to finish Siddaramaiah as he is 'powerful mass leader'
1 month, 2 weeks ago

DK Shivakumar: BJP wants to finish Siddaramaiah as he is 'powerful mass leader'

India Today  

Implying that BJP’s blame tactics to malign Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah as they were afraid of his popularity, Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar said on Friday that the BJP was trying to finish the Chief Minister politically because he is a powerful popular leader. The BJP is trying to finish all strong mass leaders from Opposition parties across the country …

Karnataka Deputy CM Shivakumar praises Siddaramaiah for appearing before Lokayukta in MUDA case
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1 month, 2 weeks 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 …

Congress Leaders Prepare for Maharashtra Campaign: Border States Crucial for Karnataka
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Congress Leaders Prepare for Maharashtra Campaign: Border States Crucial for Karnataka

New Indian Express  

Congress leaders from border districts of Karnataka will be campaigning in Maharashtra for the assembly elections scheduled for November 20. The elections are crucial for the Congress, especially for leaders from North Karnataka, as many districts along the border have a significant population of Kannadigas. The Congress has prepared a list of leaders from Bidar, Kalaburagi, Vijayapura and Belagavi districts …

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 …

Congress and BJP Announce Multiple Rallies in Maharashtra Ahead of Assembly Election
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Congress and BJP Announce Multiple Rallies in Maharashtra Ahead of Assembly Election

The Hindu  

The Congress and the BJP will hold multiple rallies in Maharashtra in the coming days leading up to the Maharashtra Assembly election scheduled for November 20. Both parties have planned a significant number of rallies, with the BJP already announcing 100 rallies and the Congress planning rallies for Rahul Gandhi, Mallikarjun Kharge, and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra.

Congress Denies Reports of Seat-Sharing Dispute in Maharashtra Assembly Elections
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Congress Denies Reports of Seat-Sharing Dispute in Maharashtra Assembly Elections

The Hindu  

Congress leader Anil Deshmukh has denied reports of him being upset over the opposition's spreading of fake news about seat-sharing in the Maharashtra Assembly elections. He stated that Congress leaders met with various leaders of the NCP-SP and Shiv Sena and that they reached a consensus on seat allocation based on merit.

Ahinda Groups to Stage Protest Against Siddaramaiah's Rule in Delhi
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Ahinda Groups to Stage Protest Against Siddaramaiah's Rule in Delhi

The Hindu  

Leaders of various groups representing Ahinda, an acronym for Minorities, Backward Classes and Dalits and other exploited communities will be holding a protest against the BJP-JD(S) combine’s “conspiracy” to unseat backward class leader Siddaramaiah from the post of Chief Minister in New Delhi on November 7.

BJPs MPs, MLAs and former elected representatives to stage protest demanding Siddaramaiah’s resignation
2 months, 4 weeks ago

BJPs MPs, MLAs and former elected representatives to stage protest demanding Siddaramaiah’s resignation

The Hindu  

Building pressure on Chief Minister Siddaramaiah to resign in the wake of a Special Court ordering a Lokayukta probe into the alleged irregularities in the allotment of sites to his wife, Opposition BJP leaders have decided to stage a protest in front of Mahatma Gandhi’s statue in Bengaluru on Thursday. Announcing this at a press conference here on Wednesday, Mr. …

BJP workers stage protests demanding Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah's resignation after HC verdict
2 months, 4 weeks ago

BJP workers stage protests demanding Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah's resignation after HC verdict

Hindustan Times  

BJP workers on Tuesday staged protests in several parts of Karnataka demanding the resignation of Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, hours after the Karnataka High Court dismissed his petition challenging Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot's approval for investigation against him in a site allotment case. Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah {{^userSubscribed}} {{/userSubscribed}} {{^userSubscribed}} {{/userSubscribed}} The protests were organised in Siddaramaiah's home district of Mysuru, Hubballi …

BJP is not able to tolerate the good work of Karnataka CM, says D.K. Shivakumar
2 months, 4 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 …

Congress in Odisha protests BJP leaders’ death threat to Rahul
3 months ago

Congress in Odisha protests BJP leaders’ death threat to Rahul

New Indian Express  

BHUBANESWAR: Congress workers and leaders staged a demonstration in Bhubaneswar on Thursday protesting against the derogatory statements made by BJP and Shiv Sena leaders against party leader Rahul Gandhi. Hundreds of party workers marched from the Congress Bhawan to the Kharavela Nagar police station and filed complaints against Union minister Ranveet Singh Bittu, Uttar Pradesh Minister Raghuraj Singh, BJP functionary …

All’s Not Well in Karnataka: Siddaramaiah Faces Tussle for Chief Minister’s Chair within Congress Over MUDA Case
3 months, 1 week ago

All’s Not Well in Karnataka: Siddaramaiah Faces Tussle for Chief Minister’s Chair within Congress Over MUDA Case

The Hindu  

Published : Sep 16, 2024 14:43 IST - 4 MINS READ On September 12, a single-judge bench of the Karnataka High Court reserved its judgment after concluding its hearing in the case where Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah challenged Governor Thawar Chand Gehlot’s sanction for his prosecution in the Mysore Urban Development Authority case. Even while the Karnataka High Court was …

Make Mallikarjun Kharge CM of Karnataka: BJP MP Ramesh Jigajinagi
3 months, 1 week ago

Make Mallikarjun Kharge CM of Karnataka: BJP MP Ramesh Jigajinagi

The Hindu  

BJP leader and Vijayapura MP Ramesh Jigajinagi believes that Siddaramaiah will step down as the Chief Minister of Karnataka. Once that happens, Congress should make Mallikarjun Kharge the CM of Karnataka. If the Congress is committed to making a Dalit the CM, it should appoint Mr Kharge as the CM,” he told reporters in Vijayapura on September 13. Mr Jigajinagi …

ABP Exclusive Karnataka CM No Change As Of Now Say Congress Leaders Amid Siddaramaiah-MUDA Row
3 months, 1 week ago

ABP Exclusive Karnataka CM No Change As Of Now Say Congress Leaders Amid Siddaramaiah-MUDA Row

ABP News  

Amidst the ongoing controversy surrounding Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah's involvement in the Mysuru Urban Development Authority matter, top Congress sources have told ABP News that there will be no change in the state's leadership for now. The clarification comes amid increased activity by Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar and a few other Congress leaders, who have been lobbying for their …

No sanction pleas on Union minister HD Kumaraswamy, BJP netas with me: Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot
3 months, 3 weeks 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 …

Raj Bhavan Chalo simply to intimidate Governor, says Union Minister Pralhad Joshi
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Raj Bhavan Chalo simply to intimidate Governor, says Union Minister Pralhad Joshi

New Indian Express  

HUBBALLI/GADAG : Taking a serious exception to Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and his cabinet’s ‘Raj Bhavan Chalo’ protest, Union Minister for Food, Public Distribution and Consumer Affairs Pralhad Joshi on Saturday termed it an intimidating tactic by the state government following Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot’s sanction to prosecute Siddaramaiah. Talking to media persons here on Saturday, Joshi said that instead of seeking …

Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah claims BJP, JDS plotting to undermine Congress government
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah claims BJP, JDS plotting to undermine Congress government

New Indian Express  

HUBBALLI: Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Friday said Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot’s sanction for his prosecution in the MUDA case was a conspiracy by BJP and JDS to destabilise the Congress government by targeting him personally. “Investigations against Union Minister HD Kumaraswamy, former ministers Janardhana Reddy, Murugesh Nirani and Shashikala Jolle were completed, but the governor did not give permission to file …

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 Congress protest against Governor on August 31
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Karnataka Congress protest against Governor on August 31

New Indian Express  

BENGALURU: Congress state president and Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar announced here on Tuesday that Congress will organise a Rajbhavan Chalo on August 31 to urge Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot to sanction prosecution against BJP and JDS leaders who are facing criminal charges. He said appeals are pending before the governor, seeking permission to prosecute Union Minister for Steel HD Kumaraswamy, …

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