Infighting in Karnataka Congress Over 'Parivarwaad', Siddaramaiah in Damage Control Mode
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Infighting in Karnataka Congress Over 'Parivarwaad', Siddaramaiah in Damage Control Mode

News 18  

The Karnataka Congress is witnessing a full blown infighting over ‘parivarwaad’. Several legislators and leaders are up in arms against Karnataka Minister KH Muniyappa and the candidate for the Kolar Lok Sabha seat. Amid these reports, four MLAs and two MLCs from Kolar district, including Karnataka Higher Education Minister Dr MC Sudhakar, have threatened to resign from the membership of the legislature if Muniyappa’s son-in- law is given the ticket. Former Karnataka speaker Ramesh Kumar, who recently lost from the Srinivaspura assembly seat in Kolar, is also against Muniyappa’s demand. The party has given him enough and we should work for the party and not for a family.” Minister Muniyappa and his son-in-law hail from the Left Sect of the Scheduled Caste.

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Kharge says BJP MPs 'pushed' him in Parliament premises
6 days, 10 hours ago

Kharge says BJP MPs 'pushed' him in Parliament premises

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge on Thursday wrote to Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, claiming he was physically pushed by BJP MPs in Parliament premises following which he lost his balance. "I was physically pushed by BJP MPs; lost my balance and was forced to sit down on the ground in front of Makar Dwar," Kharge said. Trouble began …

Congress may act against Karnataka minister over slur against HD Kumaraswamy
1 month ago

Congress may act against Karnataka minister over slur against HD Kumaraswamy

India Today  

Karnataka Home Minister G Parameshwara indicated on Monday that the state Congress might initiate disciplinary action against Minister BZ Zameer Ahmed Khan following his controversial remarks about Union Minister and JD leader HD Kumaraswamy. “Our state Congress President D K Shivakumar said after the by-polls that Khan’s statement had an impact on the election,” Parameshwara told reporters. He added that …

'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 …

Bitter Battle Brewing in Karnataka as Congress and NDA Clash in Crucial By-Elections
2 months ago

Bitter Battle Brewing in Karnataka as Congress and NDA Clash in Crucial By-Elections

The Hindu  

A bitter battle for the Karnataka bypolls is underway, with the Congress facing a tough fight in Channapatna, a key part of the Vokkaliga heartland. The by-election is a clash between the ruling Congress and the Opposition National Democratic Alliance (NDA), comprising the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and Janata Dal (Secular). The contest is particularly intense in Channapatna, where the …

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

Karnataka BJP MLA Munirathna and six others booked for alleged sexual harassment case
3 months ago

Karnataka BJP MLA Munirathna and six others booked for alleged sexual harassment case

Hindustan Times  

A case of alleged sexual harassment has been registered against Bharatiya Janata Party MLA and former minister Munirathna and six others in the Ramnagar district of Karnataka. Apart from the BJP MLA Munirathna, six other individuals have been charged in the case, including Vijay Kumar, Sudhakara, Kiran Kumar, Lohit Gowda, Manjunath and Loki. Munirathna was taken into custody on September …

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 …

Congress is more confident about Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah's resignation: BJP's R Ashoka
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Congress is more confident about Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah's resignation: BJP's R Ashoka

Hindustan Times  

After Karnataka Governor Thawar Chand Gehlot sanctioned prosecution order against CM Siddaramaiah, several leaders from the BJP demanded his resignation in the alleged Mysuru Urban Development Authority scam, which led to the speculations around the post of Karnataka Chief Minister. Congress is more confident about Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah's resignation: BJP's R Ashoka Amid the speculation, several leaders from Karnataka also …

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 …

Karnataka: BJP announces statewide protests, demands CM’s resignation
4 months ago

Karnataka: BJP announces statewide protests, demands CM’s resignation

Deccan Chronicle  

The Bharatiya Janata Party has declared statewide protests across all district centers in Karnataka on August 22, condemning the Congress for allegedly insulting the state governor and demanding the resignation of the Chief Minister Siddaramaiah amid recent controversies.BJP State General Secretary and Karkala MLA V Sunil Kumar announced that the demonstrations will see participation from key BJP figures, including state …

Political slugfest erupts in Karnataka over Governor's nod for probe against CM
4 months ago

Political slugfest erupts in Karnataka over Governor's nod for probe against CM

Deccan Chronicle  

Bengaluru: A political slugfest has erupted in Karnataka over the Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot giving sanction for investigation against the Chief Minister Siddaramaiah in connection with irregularities in the allotment of alternative sites by the Mysuru Urban Development Authority with the ruling Congress and BJP taking to the streets on Monday. Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar, who is also the …

BJP JP Nadda Writes To Congress Kharge Tamil Nadu Hooch Tragedy
6 months ago

BJP JP Nadda Writes To Congress Kharge Tamil Nadu Hooch Tragedy

ABP News  

Tamil Nadu Hooch Tragedy: Union Minister and Bharatiya Janata Party chief JP Nadda on Monday wrote to Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge, questioning the "stoic silence" of his party on the recent hooch tragedy which left several people dead in Tamil Nadu. Union Minister and BJP national president JP Nadda wrote a letter to the Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge regarding the …

‘Power drunk’ Siddaramaiah needs to be humbled: Deve Gowda
8 months, 3 weeks ago

‘Power drunk’ Siddaramaiah needs to be humbled: Deve Gowda

The Hindu  

One of the bitter rivalries in Karnataka politics has resurfaced ahead of the Lok Sabha elections, with former Prime Minister and Janata Dal supremo H.D. Deve Gowda saying on Friday that Chief Minister Siddaramaiah should suffer “garvabhanga” with a victory of alliance partnersin Mysuru and Chamarajanagar seats. Mr. Gowda’s tirade against the Chief Minister comes a day after the latter …

Congress government fights for survival in Himachal Pradesh
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Congress government fights for survival in Himachal Pradesh

The Hindu  

The Congress government in Himachal Pradesh managed to survive the immediate threat to its existence on Wednesday, passing the State’s Budget for 2024-25 in the State Assembly after suspending 15 BJP lawmakers, including Leader of the Opposition Jairam Thakur. Himachal Pradesh Assembly Speaker Kuldeep Pathania reserved his order on a disqualification motion against six Congress MLAs who were absent for …

Congress top brass in damage control to save Himachal govt, rushes two observers
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Congress top brass in damage control to save Himachal govt, rushes two observers

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: The Congress top brass on Wednesday rushed former chief minister Bhupinder Singh Hooda and DK Shivakumar to Shimla to parley with members of the party which is facing loss of support and risks losing power in the state. Sources said Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge is learnt to have spoken to former party chief Rahul Gandhi as also general …

OPINION | WILL INFIGHTING AFFECT CONGRESS PROSPECTS IN MADHYA PRADESH?
1 year, 2 months ago

OPINION | WILL INFIGHTING AFFECT CONGRESS PROSPECTS IN MADHYA PRADESH?

India TV News  

Electoral politics is now on the boil in Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Chhattisgarh and Telangana, but a video of MP Congress chief Kamal Nath has not only become viral on social media, but it had also repercussions when Kamal Nath and senior Congress leader Digvijaya Singh indulged in banter laced with sarcasm about the video in front of media at the …

Karnataka: Most of Siddaramaiah's time getting utilised in resolving Congress' conflicts, says Bommai
1 year, 4 months ago

Karnataka: Most of Siddaramaiah's time getting utilised in resolving Congress' conflicts, says Bommai

India TV News  

BJP hits out at Congress: BJP leader Basavaraj Bommai on Sunday claimed that Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah's most of the time is getting utilised in resolving conflicts within Congress and alleged that those in power are busy in politics to save their position. The former chief minister said that the government has not provided those whose houses have been damaged …

BJP is uncivilised & anti-democracy: Siddaramaiah on BJP MLAs’ conduct in Karnataka assembly
1 year, 5 months ago

BJP is uncivilised & anti-democracy: Siddaramaiah on BJP MLAs’ conduct in Karnataka assembly

Hindustan Times  

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Thursday called BJP MLAs "uncivilised" for tearing up copies of bills and the agenda and throwing it at Deputy Speaker Rudrappa Lamani who was presiding over the assembly session. READ | Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah launches registration for 'Gruha Lakshmi' scheme Siddaramaiah said the prime minister often spoke of ‘Congress-Mukt Bharat’ but the Congress will never …

War of words erupts in Karnataka's legislative assembly, CM Siddaramaiah retorts
1 year, 5 months ago

War of words erupts in Karnataka's legislative assembly, CM Siddaramaiah retorts

India TV News  

Karnataka: Chief Minister Siddaramaiah while addressing the Legislative Assembly on Wednesday asserted that he has never indulged in "adjustment politics" throughout his political life. CM Siddaramaiah lashed out at BJP leader Making an intervention to clarify on 'Gruha Jyothi' scheme, CM said, "Mr Yatnal, I thought you are a good parliamentarian, but you repeatedly intervening doesn't make you a good …

Karnataka has shown how to defeat Modi — India must now learn
1 year, 6 months ago

Karnataka has shown how to defeat Modi — India must now learn

Al Jazeera  

Modi turned the state election into a referendum on himself. India’s political landscape is again alive with new possibilities after the southern state of Karnataka threw the Hindu supremacist Bhartiya Janata Party out of power in recently-held assembly elections and elected the long-struggling Congress Party. The decisive defeat of the BJP in Karnataka means that now, all of southern India …

Governing after winning: The Hindu Editorial on the road ahead for the Congress government in Karnataka
1 year, 7 months ago

Governing after winning: The Hindu Editorial on the road ahead for the Congress government in Karnataka

The Hindu  

Unity among the ranks is easier while fighting as an oppositional force than while sharing power after winning. The Congress in Karnataka is still struggling to resolve its numerous inner power tussles after having reconciled the claims of its key leaders, Siddaramaiah and D.K. Patil, who belongs to the Lingayat community that shifted from the Bharatiya Janata Party to the …

Congress ends uncertainty, picks Siddaramaiah as Karnataka Chief Minister
1 year, 7 months ago

Congress ends uncertainty, picks Siddaramaiah as Karnataka Chief Minister

The Hindu  

Ending days of uncertainty and speculation, the Congress on May 18 announced that 75-year-old Siddaramaiah, an eight-term MLA, will be the next Chief Minister of Karnataka. Opposition leaders at swearing-in Leaders of like-minded political parties — including West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, Deputy Chief Minister Tejashwi Yadav, Left leaders Sitaram Yechury and D. Raja, …

Congress invites 11 opposition leaders to Siddaramaiah's grand swearing-in ceremony
1 year, 7 months ago

Congress invites 11 opposition leaders to Siddaramaiah's grand swearing-in ceremony

India Today  

Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge has invited top opposition leaders to Siddaramaiah's swearing-in ceremony in Bengaluru on May 20. The party has planned a massive show of strength by inviting top opposition leaders such as Bihar Chief Minister and JDU chief Nitish Kumar, RJD's Tejashwi Yadav, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin and NCP chief Sharad Pawar in a show of …

Congress in Karnataka, should BJP be worried about Madhya Pradesh?
1 year, 7 months ago

Congress in Karnataka, should BJP be worried about Madhya Pradesh?

India Today  

Fresh from the success of ‘Operation Lotus’ in Karnataka in 2019, the BJP had attempted a similar political manoeuvre in Madhya Pradesh in March next year—with resounding success. Unlike Karnataka, where the party in power changes every five years, MP saw 15 years of uninterrupted BJP rule between 2003 and 2018. “MP is more susceptible to religious issues, perhaps because …

Siddaramaiah forced Congress MLAs to resign in 2019: BJP’s K Sudhakar
1 year, 7 months ago

Siddaramaiah forced Congress MLAs to resign in 2019: BJP’s K Sudhakar

Hindustan Times  

Keshava Sudhakar, who was among the lawmakers whose resignations led to the Congress-Janata Dal government’s fall in Karnataka in 2019, on Wednesday blamed former chief minister Siddaramaiah for forcing them to quit. BJP MLA K Sudhakar In a series of tweets, Sudhakar questioned can Siddaramaiah deny he had no implicit or explicit role in prompting 14 Congress lawmakers to resign. …

2 leaders from BJP blame Siddaramaiah for quitting Congress
1 year, 7 months ago

2 leaders from BJP blame Siddaramaiah for quitting Congress

The Hindu  

The ongoing tussle for the Chief Minister’s post between Congress leaders D.K. Leaders say they were ‘pushed’ In separate tweets, Mr. Sudhakar and Mr. Somashekhar, who went on to become Ministers after joining the BJP, suggested that Mr. Siddaramaiah’s stand against the then coalition government pushed them towards deciding to quit the Congress. Mr. Sudhakar, who lost the Assembly elections …

Siddaramaiah to be Karnataka CM, DK Shivakumar his deputy; oath-taking on May 20, claims report | Highlights
1 year, 7 months ago

Siddaramaiah to be Karnataka CM, DK Shivakumar his deputy; oath-taking on May 20, claims report | Highlights

Hindustan Times  

For our latest liveblog, READ: Karnataka govt formation LIVE Updates Karnataka CM Race Highlights: After a three-day wait, Karnataka awaits the decision on its next chief minister with bated breath, which Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge is expected to announce today. The two main contenders are Karnataka Pradesh Congress Committee chief DK Shivakumar and Siddaramaiah, a former CM and leader of …

‘I will file a defamation case against them if they report’: Read why DK Shivakumar said he will file a defamation case against the media
1 year, 7 months ago

‘I will file a defamation case against them if they report’: Read why DK Shivakumar said he will file a defamation case against the media

Op India  

As Congress deliberates on who should be the chief minister of Karnataka, party state president DK Shivakumar, one of the frontrunners for the post in the southern State on Tuesday said that he would file a defamation case against the media channels which are making false claims over his resignation. Despite Congress’ clear mandate in the Karnataka assembly polls, suspense …

Lessons from Karnataka: for the Congress, the BJP and the rest
1 year, 7 months ago

Lessons from Karnataka: for the Congress, the BJP and the rest

The Hindu  

The outcome in Karnataka has set the tone for national politics in the run-up to the 2024 General Elections when Prime Minister Narendra Modi will seek a third straight term in power. In Karnataka, the Congress effectively tackled the BJP framework of politics which is a combination of welfarism, caste representation and Hindutva. Between D. K. Shivakumar and Siddaramaiah, the …

Karnataka elections: Don’t be carried away by communal agenda used to mask maladministration, says Priyanka Gandhi
1 year, 7 months ago

Karnataka elections: Don’t be carried away by communal agenda used to mask maladministration, says Priyanka Gandhi

The Hindu  

The Congress leaders, including Priyanka Gandhi, Rahul Gandhi, M. Mallikarjun Kharge, and others, held roadshows and addressed rallies in various parts of the State, as the political campaigning reached its crescendo on Sunday ahead of the May 10 elections. Speaking at Mulky on the outskirts of Mangaluru, Ms. Gandhi urged people not to be carried away by communally sensitive issues …

Will Munirathna dodge controversies to register another victory in Rajarajeshwarinagar?
1 year, 7 months ago

Will Munirathna dodge controversies to register another victory in Rajarajeshwarinagar?

The Hindu  

With a whopping 4.78 lakh voters, the Rajarajeshwarinagar Assembly constituency is one among those in the city that has the highest number of voters. In the last two elections, the incumbent MLA and Minister in the State cabinet, Munirathna won as a candidate from the Congress. However, in 2019, Munirathna shifted his loyalty to BJP with 16 other MLAs of …

'Chase them, beat them up': Karnataka minister stokes controversy ahead of polls
1 year, 8 months ago

'Chase them, beat them up': Karnataka minister stokes controversy ahead of polls

India Today  

Karnataka Minister Muniratna has stoked controversy after he was heard urging his supporters in a viral video to chase and beat up anyone who comes to Khatanagar asking for votes. Muniratna, a BJP MLA from Rajarajeshwari Nagar, addressing a gathering in Khatanagar, said in Tamil, "If anyone comes in, chase and beat them. Congress's DK Suresh, a Lok Sabha MP, …

Kharge should expel Rahul Gandhi from Congress: BJP
2 years ago

Kharge should expel Rahul Gandhi from Congress: BJP

The Hindu  

The BJP launched a fierce attack on Rahul Gandhi on Saturday for his remark that Chinese soldiers are beating up Indian Army personnel in Arunachal Pradesh and said the Congress should immediately expel him from the party. Bharatiya Janata Party spokesperson Gaurav Bhatia said if Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge is not "remote-controlled" and if the opposition party stands with the …

‘3D Effects’ for Karnataka Polls: Congress Chief Kharge Adds New Dimension to DKS-Siddaramaiah Story
2 years ago

‘3D Effects’ for Karnataka Polls: Congress Chief Kharge Adds New Dimension to DKS-Siddaramaiah Story

News 18  

Congress president M Mallikarjun Kharge arrived in his hometown Gulbarga/Kalaburgi to a grand reception last week. He took centre stage and was frank when he told two top leaders of the party in Karnataka – Siddaramaiah and DK Shivakumar — that only the victory of the Congress matters to him and individual ambitions don’t count. Before Kharge’s election as the …

DC Edit | Kharge must crack the whip
2 years ago

DC Edit | Kharge must crack the whip

Deccan Chronicle  

Congress party president Mallikarjun Kharge spoke bravely and clearly when he emphasised the urgent need for accountability from “top to bottom” in the entire party, ahead of several important state assembly elections next year, and the Lok Sabha showdown in 2024 with the BJP. If as the new party national president, Mr Kharge has realised this and is keen to …

Punjab, Karnataka, and now Rajasthan: Congress in a permanent state of crisis
2 years, 2 months ago

Punjab, Karnataka, and now Rajasthan: Congress in a permanent state of crisis

Firstpost  

The rivalry between Ashok Gehlot and Sachin Pilot in Rajasthan has triggered new turmoil in Congress. But we have seen infighting in Punjab when Amarinder Singh and Navjot Singh Sidhu were at loggerheads and in Karnataka, when DK Shivakumar and Siddaramaiah clashed The Congress’ troubles seem to be unending. Here are other leaders whose infighting has caused a headache for …

Will the Siddaramaiah-Shivakumar bonhomie last in the Karnataka Congress?
2 years, 4 months ago

Will the Siddaramaiah-Shivakumar bonhomie last in the Karnataka Congress?

The Hindu  

The success of the mega birthday event of the Leader of the Opposition in the State Legislative Assembly, Siddaramaiah, seems to have, at least for now, convinced the warring factions in the Congress to bury their differences. To drive home the point of collective leadership, Mr. Gandhi showered praises on Mr. Siddaramaiah’s five-year governance as well as Mr. Shivakumar’s organisational …

K'taka contractor suicide: Congress is 'Gangotri' of corruption; they have no right to protest, says CM Bommai
2 years, 8 months ago

K'taka contractor suicide: Congress is 'Gangotri' of corruption; they have no right to protest, says CM Bommai

India Today  

Slamming the Congress party’s protest demanding the resignation of minister Eshwarappa, Karnataka Chief Minister Basavraj Bommai said that the Congress party was the ‘Gangotri’ of corruption and that they had no moral right to protest. The Congress party in Karnataka has been calling for the sacking of minister Eshwarappa and his arrest after a case of abetment was filed against …

Karnataka CM Bommai and Congress leader Siddaramaiah engage in Twitter war over 'moral policing'
3 years, 2 months ago

Karnataka CM Bommai and Congress leader Siddaramaiah engage in Twitter war over 'moral policing'

India TV News  

A spat broke out between Karnataka Chief Minister Basavaraja Bommai and Congress leader Siddaramaiah on Wednesday and has been going on for two days. On the former's accusations saying that the opposition leader had Hindu activists killed during his term, Siddaramaiah retaliated by saying that he could file a defamation case against the CM but is rather giving him an …

No infighting in Congress, only created by media: Siddaramaiah
3 years, 5 months ago

No infighting in Congress, only created by media: Siddaramaiah

Hindustan Times  

There is no fight among Congress leaders in Karnataka and it has only been created by the media, said former Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Tuesday. Siddaramaiah attacked the media over reports about the political leaders discussing chief ministerial candidates Attacking the media over reports about the political leaders discussing chief ministerial candidates, Siddaramaiah said, "There is no infighting in Congress …

Siddaramaiah vs Shivakumar: Karnataka Congress divided over CM face as elections approach
3 years, 6 months ago

Siddaramaiah vs Shivakumar: Karnataka Congress divided over CM face as elections approach

India Today  

Ever since DK Shivakumar took oath as the Karnataka Congress president, a battle has raged over who will be the party's chief ministerial candidate. Battle for the next CM post With the Karnataka assembly elections less than two years away, Karnataka Congress president DK Shivakumar issued a new directive, instructing his party colleagues to refrain from projecting chief ministerial faces. …

Will resign if BJP high command asks me: Karnataka CM BS Yediyurappa
3 years, 6 months ago

Will resign if BJP high command asks me: Karnataka CM BS Yediyurappa

India Today  

Breaking his silence on the speculations over a leadership change in Karnataka, Chief Minister BS Yediyurappa on Sunday said he will continue to hold top post as long as the BJP high command has "confidence in him" and will resign only when they ask him. In May, it was reported that a group of BJP MLAs, including state Tourism Minister …

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