Water Main Poll Issue in Karnataka, Love Jihad BJP Agenda: DK Shivakumar at CNN-News18 Townhall
1 year, 10 months ago

Water Main Poll Issue in Karnataka, Love Jihad BJP Agenda: DK Shivakumar at CNN-News18 Townhall

News 18  

Water is the most important issue in the upcoming Karnataka elections, while ‘love jihad’ is an agenda of the ruling BJP, Karnataka Congress president DK Shivakumar said while speaking to CNN-News18’s Marya Shakil at the channel’s Bengaluru Townhall on Tuesday. At the event, Shivakumar said the previous Congress governments in the state started programmes for clean and drinking water. News18 February 7, 2023 Setting the party’s agenda for the upcoming elections, Shivakumar said the Congress’ priority is development. News18 February 7, 2023 Shivakumar also batted for Congress leader Rahul Gandhi to be the Opposition?s prime ministerial face in 2024 Lok Sabha elections and expressed confidence that the grand old party would form the government.

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BJP interested in politics, not discussing public issues during assembly sessions: DK Shivakumar
1 week, 2 days ago

BJP interested in politics, not discussing public issues during assembly sessions: DK Shivakumar

Hindustan Times  

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar on Sunday hit out at the opposition BJP, accusing it of indulging in "politics" and not showing any interest in discussing issues concerning the state and its people, during the ongoing winter session of legislature in Belagavi. To a question whether irrigation issues relating to north Karnataka be discussed during the session, Shivakumar, …

DK Shivakumar urges Union ministers to fast-track Karnataka's water projects
3 weeks, 6 days ago

DK Shivakumar urges Union ministers to fast-track Karnataka's water projects

India Today  

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar, held meetings with Union Ministers Bhupender Yadav and Pralhad Joshi on Wednesday to discuss the urgent need for clearances of key water projects in the state. Shivakumar, who also heads the state's irrigation ministry, highlighted the importance of accelerating the implementation of the Mekedatu Project to ensure a sustainable water supply for the state. …

DK Shivakumar refutes reports of govt imposing 'green cess' on water bills in Karnataka
1 month, 1 week ago

DK Shivakumar refutes reports of govt imposing 'green cess' on water bills in Karnataka

Hindustan Times  

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar has refuted the reports claiming that the state government is considering imposing a green cess on water bills in towns and cities, and termed it "bogus news" spread by the Bharatiya Janata Party. Karnataka Congress president and deputy chief minister DK Shivakumar. This comes after reports claimed that in order to save the eco-sensitive …

Deputy CM DKS: Water tariff hike inevitable in Bengaluru
4 months ago

Deputy CM DKS: Water tariff hike inevitable in Bengaluru

New Indian Express  

BENGALURU: Deputy Chief Minister and Bengaluru Development Minister DK Shivakumar said on Thursday that an increase in water tariff is inevitable in the city as the last revision was done 13 years ago. Shivakumar was speaking at a function to inaugurate a campaign,”Cauvery water at your doorstep”, organised by the Bangalore Water Supply and Sewerage Board here. A water tariff …

DK Shivakumar says Bengaluru water tariff to be hiked 20-30%: It's inevitable
4 months ago

DK Shivakumar says Bengaluru water tariff to be hiked 20-30%: It's inevitable

India Today  

Water tariffs are set to go up in Bengaluru. Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar on Thursday said that there was no choice but to increase the water tariff to address the financial losses the Bangalore Water Supply and Sewage Board is currently facing. Water tariff hike is inevitable and it will be done irrespective of any opposition to it," …

Karnataka Dy CM DK Shivakumar warns officials of strict action over potable water quality
6 months, 4 weeks ago

Karnataka Dy CM DK Shivakumar warns officials of strict action over potable water quality

Hindustan Times  

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar has issued a warning to officials that strict action will be taken if the quality of potable water is not maintained. DK Shivakumar warns officials of strict action over potable water quality In a letter to the Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike Commissioner, Bengaluru Zilla Panchayat CEO, and BWSSB Chairman, the Deputy CM said on …

‘We will provide Cauvery water to Bengaluru residents by hook or by crook’: DK Shivakumar
8 months ago

‘We will provide Cauvery water to Bengaluru residents by hook or by crook’: DK Shivakumar

Hindustan Times  

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar on Thursday said that he will make sure the supply of Cauvery river water to the residents of Bengaluru by "hook or by crook". READ | 22 Bengaluru families fined ₹5000 each for wasting water: Report In a video clip surfaced on social media Shivakumar was purportedly heard saying to the residents of an …

Karnataka Water Crisis: 105 villages in Mysuru district likely to face water scarcity in next 2 months
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Karnataka Water Crisis: 105 villages in Mysuru district likely to face water scarcity in next 2 months

The Hindu  

The Mysuru Zilla Panchayat took stock of possible water scarcity in the district due to depleting water levels in reservoirs and plummeting groundwater table coupled with heat wave conditions. Gayatri said that 105 villages in the district have been flagged as likely to face drinking water scarcity over the next two months. While thrust is on ensuring drinking water, officials …

DMK manifesto promising to stop Mekedatu: Karnataka BJP chief targets Cong govt
9 months ago

DMK manifesto promising to stop Mekedatu: Karnataka BJP chief targets Cong govt

Hindustan Times  

The Congress government in Karnataka has "sacrificed" the drinking water needs of the state's farmers and citizens for the "selfish" coalition politics of INDIA alliance, state BJP President B Y Vijayendra alleged on Thursday, following DMK's promise to stop construction of Mekedatu dam in its manifesto for the Lok Sabha polls. READ | BWSSB to supply water to Bengaluru's Chinnaswamy …

Karnataka reeling under acute water crisis, Modi govt refusing to help: Congress
9 months ago

Karnataka reeling under acute water crisis, Modi govt refusing to help: Congress

Hindustan Times  

The Congress on Monday said Karnataka is reeling under an acute water crisis due to a severe drought situation in most parts and accused the Modi government of refusing to help the people of the state. Karnataka reeling under acute water crisis, Modi govt refusing to help: Congress Congress general secretary in-charge communications Jairam Ramesh's attack on the government came …

Bengaluru residents continue to struggle with drinking water shortage
9 months, 1 week ago

Bengaluru residents continue to struggle with drinking water shortage

Hindustan Times  

Amid the ongoing water crisis in the silicon city of India, Bengaluru, several residents were seen queuing up outside the RO water plant, carrying empty cans, in hopes of securing the essential water supply. Bengaluru residents continue to struggle with drinking water shortage The struggle for drinking water continues for the residents of the city. Amid strict measures imposed by …

Revision of water tariffs likely in Bengaluru: Shivakumar
9 months, 1 week ago

Revision of water tariffs likely in Bengaluru: Shivakumar

Hindustan Times  

Deputy chief minister DK Shivakumar said that the state may consider revising water tariffs in the next few months, while noting that the tariffs have remained unchanged for a decade. Shivakumar said strengthening the water supply board has been his priority after assuming office. Speaking at a gathering on Friday, Shivakumar said strengthening the water supply board has been his …

Bengaluru water shortage: Congress claims ’no serious’ crisis’, citizens fume
9 months, 1 week ago

Bengaluru water shortage: Congress claims ’no serious’ crisis’, citizens fume

Live Mint  

While thousands of residents in Bangalore are grappling with severe water scarcity, Karnataka Congress MLC BK Hariprasad's claim that there is no serious crisis in the city has sparked outrage. Speaking about the water crisis in the city, Sanjeev, a resident told ANI, "Usually the water crisis used to get solved easily but this time as we can see in …

‘Karnataka govt is clueless': BJP's Tejasvi Surya slams Cong on water crisis
9 months, 1 week ago

‘Karnataka govt is clueless': BJP's Tejasvi Surya slams Cong on water crisis

Hindustan Times  

The Bharatiya Janata Party conducted a massive protest at Bengaluru’s Freedom Park on Tuesday over the prevalant water crisis in the IT city. Several BJP MLAs, MPs and other leaders held empty water buckets and demanded the government devise solutions for the looming water crisis in the IT hub. ‘Karnataka govt is clueless': BJP's Tejasvi Surya slams Cong on water …

Water woes | A searing crisis in Karnataka and its IT capital, Bengaluru
9 months, 1 week ago

Water woes | A searing crisis in Karnataka and its IT capital, Bengaluru

The Hindu  

The Karnataka water crisis has affected more than 7,000 villages, 1,100 wards, and 220 talukas thus far. While the water level at the Krishnaraja Sagar Dam hit a five-year low for February, the underground water table levels have also depleted, aggravating the crisis. Shivakumar, “Karnataka has not witnessed such a severe drought in the last 30-40 years.” In Bengaluru, water …

Bengaluru water crisis | ‘Karnataka has not seen such a severe drought in 30-40 years’
9 months, 1 week ago

Bengaluru water crisis | ‘Karnataka has not seen such a severe drought in 30-40 years’

The Hindu  

Accusing some of politicising the water crisis in Bengaluru to criticise the government, Deputy Chief Minister D.K. These measures have helped in preventing tanker owners from fleecing people,” said Mr. Shivakumar, who is also the Water Resources Minister. Mr. Shivakumar added, “The government has decided to redrill dry borewells and sink more borewells besides seeking an agreement with farmers of …

'Will not release Cauvery water to Tamil Nadu at any cost': Karnataka Deputy CM amid water crisis
9 months, 1 week ago

'Will not release Cauvery water to Tamil Nadu at any cost': Karnataka Deputy CM amid water crisis

India TV News  

Bengaluru water crisis: Amid the water crisis in Bengaluru, Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar emphasised on Monday that releasing Cauvery river water to Tamil Nadu is out of the question and will not happen under any circumstances. "There is no question of releasing Cauvery river water to Tamil Nadu now at any cost, we have not left.How much …

How this Bengaluru's housing community is gearing up to battle water woes in future
9 months, 2 weeks ago

How this Bengaluru's housing community is gearing up to battle water woes in future

Hindustan Times  

As Bengaluru is combating severe water scarcity ahead of summer, many housing communities in the IT capital are already clueless about handling the situation in peak summer. The borewells have dried up and the prices of water tankers have skyrocketed already, making things worse for the residents, especially in the east Bengaluru area. How this Bengaluru's housing community is gearing …

Bengaluru water crisis: BJP MP Tejasvi Surya warns of protests if issue persists, offers 7-point suggestions
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Bengaluru water crisis: BJP MP Tejasvi Surya warns of protests if issue persists, offers 7-point suggestions

India TV News  

Bengaluru water crisis: Bharatiya Janata Party MP Tejasvi Surya issued a stern warning to carry out protests outside Vidhana Soudha if the Congress-led government in Karnataka fails to swiftly address the drinking water crisis gripping Bengaluru. Following a discussion with Ram Prasath Manohar, the chairman of the Bangalore Water Supply and Sewerage Board, Surya emphasized that BJP leaders in the …

‘Borewell at my house also dried up…’: Karnataka DCM DK Shivakumar amid water woes in Bengaluru
9 months, 2 weeks ago

‘Borewell at my house also dried up…’: Karnataka DCM DK Shivakumar amid water woes in Bengaluru

Hindustan Times  

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar on Tuesday said more than 3000 borewells in Bengaluru, including the one at his house, have dried up amid the ongoing water crisis. Assuring that officials are working seriously to solve the state capital's water woes, the DCM said the government will try to provide water to the public at reasonable rates. Earlier, an …

Bengaluru water crisis: ‘Water doesn't belong to any individual,’ Shivakumar explains plan to tackle shortage
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Bengaluru water crisis: ‘Water doesn't belong to any individual,’ Shivakumar explains plan to tackle shortage

Live Mint  

Bengaluru news: Karnataka Deputy CM DK Shivakumar plans to take control of private water tankers in Bengaluru due to severe water shortage. Bengaluru news: Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar explained plans for the state government to take control of private water tankers in Bengaluru due to the critical water shortage. Meanwhile, Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Monday laid the …

Govt to take over all borewells in Bengaluru to deal with water crisis
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Govt to take over all borewells in Bengaluru to deal with water crisis

Hindustan Times  

Deputy chief minister and Bengaluru development minister, DK Shivakumar, has issued a directive to the Bengaluru Water Supply and Sewerage Board to take charge of all irrigation and commercial borewells. Bengaluru is facing a water crisis for the past week or so due to less than normal rainfall in two monsoon seasons. Bengaluru has been facing a water crisis for …

Bengaluru water crisis: Shivakumar directs officials to take over irrigation, commercial borewells
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Bengaluru water crisis: Shivakumar directs officials to take over irrigation, commercial borewells

The Hindu  

As water crisis looms large in Bengaluru Urban and Bengaluru Rural, Deputy Chief Minister and Bengaluru Development Minister D.K. Shivakumar directed the Bangalore Water Supply and Sewerage Board to take over irrigation and commercial borewells to supply water to parched areas. Speaking to the media after chairing a meeting on drinking water crisis, Mr. Shivakumar said he has directed BWSSB …

What is Karnataka govt doing to solve Bengaluru water crisis? Deputy CM DK Shivakumar reveals action plan
9 months, 2 weeks ago

What is Karnataka govt doing to solve Bengaluru water crisis? Deputy CM DK Shivakumar reveals action plan

Hindustan Times  

Karnataka deputy chief minister DK Shivakumar on Monday said that the government has identified 50 per cent of the borewells in Bengaluru that have dried up. We have called for a meeting on Monday 12 pm to discuss tackling drinking water issue in Bengaluru,” he added. On Monday, chief minister Siddaramaiah laid the foundation stone of the Vrishabhavati lift irrigation …

Supplying drinking water to rapidly growing Bengaluru a 'big problem', says Dy CM Shivakumar
10 months, 1 week ago

Supplying drinking water to rapidly growing Bengaluru a 'big problem', says Dy CM Shivakumar

Hindustan Times  

Supplying drinking water to a rapidly growing city like Bengaluru is a "big problem” and a “major solution” is needed to address it, Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar told the Legislative Assembly on Tuesday. He said almost 20 percent of Bengaluru’s water needs are met through tankers The Deputy Chief Minister, who is also in-charge for Bengaluru City …

BJP: Will raise issues of fund misuse, water crisis in Karnataka Assembly
10 months, 1 week ago

BJP: Will raise issues of fund misuse, water crisis in Karnataka Assembly

Hindustan Times  

Leader of opposition in Karnataka assembly R Ashoka announced on Monday that the Bharatiya Janata Party will raise the issues of mismanagement of funds, fraudulent practices concerning farmers, and a dire water crisis affecting several cities during the ongoing assembly session. R Ashoka Accusing the Karnataka government of malfeasance, BJP’s Ashoka said that the party would launch a struggle to …

Telangana CM Revanth Reddy plans to meet Karnataka CM for Krishna River water
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Telangana CM Revanth Reddy plans to meet Karnataka CM for Krishna River water

Hindustan Times  

Telangana CM Revanth Reddy said that he is planning to meet Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah to seek for water for the state from the Krishna River. The newly elected chief minister said that Telangana shares the Krishna River with the neighboring states Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh and needs water for irrigation. Telangana CM Revanth Reddy plans to meet Karnataka CM for …

Vote BRS for Bright' Telangana, Says KCR
1 year, 1 month ago

Vote BRS for Bright' Telangana, Says KCR

Deccan Chronicle  

KHAMMAM, WARANGAL: Chief Minister K. Chandrashekar Rao, seeking a vote for the BRS to establish an ‘Ujjwala Telangana’, slammed the Congress “which ruled for more than 50 years” for driving Telangana into famine without supplying water and power. Shivakumar that they were only providing five hours of power to the farming sector in their state, said: “Farmers generally use 3 …

Drinking water soon for villages on outskirts of city: Shivakumar
1 year, 2 months ago

Drinking water soon for villages on outskirts of city: Shivakumar

Hindustan Times  

Bengaluru: Amidst the ongoing water dispute with Tamil Nadu, deputy chief minister DK Shivakumar has announced the completion of the Cauvery Stage V project, saying drinking water will be supplied to Anekal, Attibele, and 110 villages within the Bhruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike at the earliest. Karnataka deputy chief minister DK Shivakumar said that 750 MLD of water would be sourced …

Tamil Nadu passes resolution seeking Cauvery water as per SC ruling
1 year, 2 months ago

Tamil Nadu passes resolution seeking Cauvery water as per SC ruling

Hindustan Times  

The Tamil Nadu assembly on Monday passed a unanimous resolution urging the central government to direct Karnataka government to release Cauvery water as per the directions of the Supreme Court. “In order to protect the livelihood of the Cauvery delta farmers, who are the basis for Tamil Nadu’s agriculture, this August House unanimously urges the Union government to direct the …

CMs of Karnataka, TN Must Meet to Resolve Cauvery Dispute: BJP
1 year, 2 months ago

CMs of Karnataka, TN Must Meet to Resolve Cauvery Dispute: BJP

Deccan Chronicle  

BENGALURU: Karnataka Bharatiya Janata Party Rajya Sabha member Lahar Singh Siroya on Thursday asked Chief Ministers of Karnataka and Tamil Nadu to hold a meeting at the earliest to finding a solution to the sharing River Cauvery water and felt that by a meeting more can be achieved rather than seeking the help of Central Government or the Courts. In …

Cauvery Water Sharing Dispute Karnataka Bandh CM, Deputy CM Follow 'Duplicitous' Approach To Help I.N.D.I.A, Asks BJP's Tejasvi Surya
1 year, 2 months ago

Cauvery Water Sharing Dispute Karnataka Bandh CM, Deputy CM Follow 'Duplicitous' Approach To Help I.N.D.I.A, Asks BJP's Tejasvi Surya

ABP News  

Amid the ongoing bandh in Karnataka due to the Cauvery water-sharing row with Tamil Nadu, BJP Yuva Morcha National President Tejasvi Surya termed the approach of the state government as duplicitous and asked whether they were trying to help I.N.D.I.A or DMK government for 2024. On the Cauvery Water Issue, BJP Yuva Morcha National President and MP Tejasvi Surya said, …

BJP-JDS stage joint protest over Cauvery water in Karnataka
1 year, 2 months ago

BJP-JDS stage joint protest over Cauvery water in Karnataka

Deccan Chronicle  

BENGALURU: Alliance partners Bharatiya Janata Party and Janata Dal Secular on Wednesday staged a joint protest in Bengaluru criticizing the release of River Cauvery water to Tamil Nadu by the Congress led State Government. Sadananda Gowda participated along with State BJP chief Nalin Kumar Kateel and MLAs while JDS leader and former Chief Minister H.D. Yeddyurappa stated that BJP and …

BS Yediyurappa to stage protest against Cauvery water release, Kumaraswamy to participate: HD Deve Gowda
1 year, 2 months ago

BS Yediyurappa to stage protest against Cauvery water release, Kumaraswamy to participate: HD Deve Gowda

Hindustan Times  

Former prime minister and Janata Dal supremo HD Deve Gowda on Tuesday said senior Bharatiya Janata Party leader and Lingayat strongman BS Yediyurappa will stage a demonstration in Bengaluru in protest against the release of Cauvery water to neighbouring state Tamil Nadu today. This comes a day after the Bengaluru bandh, which was called by farmers and pro-Kannada activists in …

Cauvery dispute: BJP to stage a dharna in front of Gandhi statue today
1 year, 2 months ago

Cauvery dispute: BJP to stage a dharna in front of Gandhi statue today

The Hindu  

The principal Opposition BJP will stage a dharna in front of the Mahatma Gandhi statue in the Vidhana Soudha premises on Wednesday against the alleged complete failure of the Congress government in the State with respect to handling of the Cauvery dispute. Yediyurappa will lead the protest that will be attended among others by party State president Nalin Kumar Kateel, …

Protests part of democratic traditions, will not prevent them: Chief Minister Siddaramaiah
1 year, 2 months ago

Protests part of democratic traditions, will not prevent them: Chief Minister Siddaramaiah

The Hindu  

Stating that the BJP and Janata Dal were indulging in politics over release of Cauvery water, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on September 25 said that the Karnataka government would not stop the protests that have broken out over the release of Cauvery water to Tamil Nadu. They did not ask for my resignation in the all-party meeting.” He said that the …

Don't release water to Tamil Nadu, says HD Kumaraswamy
1 year, 3 months ago

Don't release water to Tamil Nadu, says HD Kumaraswamy

Deccan Chronicle  

BENGALURU: With the State cabinet deciding to honour water release order of Cauvery Water Management Authority and also of Supreme Court, Janata Dal Secular MLA and former Chief Minister H.D. Kumaraswamy on Saturday told the State Government “In my opinion there is no need to release water to Tamil Nadu” and also observed that not releasing water “would not amount …

Karnataka Congress Government an agent of Tamil Nadu, alleges BJP
1 year, 3 months ago

Karnataka Congress Government an agent of Tamil Nadu, alleges BJP

Deccan Chronicle  

BENGALURU: Criticising the release of water to Tamil Nadu by the State Government even before the Supreme Court gave its verdict, Bharatiya Janata Party leader and former Chief Minister B.S. Yeddyurappa on Saturday alleged that the Congress led State Government was acting as an agent of Tamil Nadu and expressed fears that the decision to release water to Tamil Nadu …

Call for Karnataka Bandh to Oppose Cauvery Water Release to Tamil Nadu
1 year, 3 months ago

Call for Karnataka Bandh to Oppose Cauvery Water Release to Tamil Nadu

Deccan Chronicle  

BENGALURU: Under the banner of Aam Aadmi Party, various farmers and pro-Kannada organisations have called for Bengaluru city bandh on September 26 to oppose water release to Tamil Nadu by the State Government. At a meeting held at Freedom Park in Bengaluru city on Saturday, leaders of various associations termed the orders of Cauvery Water Management Authority asking Karnataka to …

Bengaluru news: Farmers, pro-Kannada outfits stage protest in Mandya over Cauvery row
1 year, 3 months ago

Bengaluru news: Farmers, pro-Kannada outfits stage protest in Mandya over Cauvery row

Live Mint  

Farmer groups and pro-Kannada organizations conducted protests in the Cauvery river basin regions, including Mysuru, Mandya, Chamarajanagara, Ramanagara, Bengaluru, and various other parts of the state, PTI reported. Amid ongoing protests in different regions of Karnataka regarding the release of Cauvery water from the state to Tamil Nadu, and with a call for a statewide shutdown, law enforcement agencies have …

Sonia Gandhi should speak with Karnataka, Tamil Nadu leaders on Cauvery: Bommai
1 year, 3 months ago

Sonia Gandhi should speak with Karnataka, Tamil Nadu leaders on Cauvery: Bommai

India Today  

Former Karnataka Chief Minister and BJP leader Basavaraj Bommai has said Congress Parliamentary Party chairperson Sonia Gandhi should hold talks with Karnataka and Tamil Nadu leaders to find a solution to the Cauvery water sharing issue. "If they want a political solution, leaders like Mallikarjun Kharge and Sonia Gandhi must talk to Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin and Karnataka …

Cauvery water dispute: No drinking water for Mysuru, Bengaluru, says Yediyurappa, hints at new agitation
1 year, 3 months ago

Cauvery water dispute: No drinking water for Mysuru, Bengaluru, says Yediyurappa, hints at new agitation

India TV News  

Cauvery Water issue: Former Karnataka Chief Minister BS Yediyurappa on Saturday said that the Cauvery issue is very particular and that they might start an agitation against the state releasing the water to the neibhouring state Tamil Nadu. Amid continued protests in the state over the Cauvery dispute with neighbouring Tamil Nadu, the Karnataka government yesterday said it will take …

BJP tells Karnataka govt not to drag PM into Cauvery row, convince TN CM
1 year, 3 months ago

BJP tells Karnataka govt not to drag PM into Cauvery row, convince TN CM

The Hindu  

The opposition BJP wants the Karnataka Government to convince Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M. K. Stalin about the ground realities with respect to Cauvery water storage instead of leading an all-party delegation to Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Speaking to mediapersons in Bengaluru on September 12, former chief minister Basavaraj Bommai alleged that the Congress is trying to mislead people by …

Karnataka CM seeks report on water contamination
1 year, 4 months ago

Karnataka CM seeks report on water contamination

Hindustan Times  

Responding to a series of incidents of water contamination that has claimed lives of at least 12 people, Karnataka chief minister Siddaramaiah has asked the officials to submit a comprehensive action report within 15 days to identify and segregate sewer lines from drinking water pipelines, as part of an extensive hygiene campaign. Chief minister has asked the officials to submit …

BJP MLAs won't join Congress in Karnataka, says Union minister
1 year, 4 months ago

BJP MLAs won't join Congress in Karnataka, says Union minister

Deccan Chronicle  

UDUPI: Union Minister Shobha Karandlaje dismissed speculations of BJP MLAs defecting to the Congress in Karnataka, assuring that all members would steadfastly work towards securing a third consecutive term for Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Her statement arrives amidst swirling rumours suggesting the potential departure of some BJP MLAs to join the Congress. Turning her attention to the ongoing controversy surrounding …

Water contamination deaths in Karnataka: CM Siddaramaiah seeks report within 15 days
1 year, 4 months ago

Water contamination deaths in Karnataka: CM Siddaramaiah seeks report within 15 days

The Hindu  

In the light of at least 12 deaths that have occurred owing to consumption of contaminated water across the State, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Tuesday has sought an action taken report to identify and seggregate sewer lines and drinking water pipelines within 15 days as part of a hygiene drive. Reiterating his earlier threat to take action against the chief …

All-party meeting on inter-State river water issues, including Cauvery, today
1 year, 4 months ago

All-party meeting on inter-State river water issues, including Cauvery, today

The Hindu  

Amid a war of words between the ruling Congress and the Opposition BJP and Janata Dal over the release of Cauvery water to Tamil Nadu, the all-party meeting to discuss the inter-State river water issues pertaining to Karnataka will take place on Wednesday. Besides the current problem of releasing Cauvery water, leaders across the political spectrum will also deliberate on …

Karnataka to appeal to CWMA to reconsider decision on Cauvery water: DK Shivakumar
1 year, 4 months ago

Karnataka to appeal to CWMA to reconsider decision on Cauvery water: DK Shivakumar

Hindustan Times  

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar on Thursday said the state government will approach the Cauvery Water Management Authority requesting it to reconsider its order to the state to release 10,000 cusecs of water everyday for the next 15 days to Tamil Nadu. So we are going to the court again with a request to reconsider the order of …

Hit, but not politically: Water mission gives BJP planners food for thought
1 year, 6 months ago

Hit, but not politically: Water mission gives BJP planners food for thought

Hindustan Times  

New Delhi: One of the findings of Bharatiya Janata Party’s internal surveys in the lead up to election season has the party’s top bosses puzzled: voters give the Modi government full credit for the government’s flagship housing for all scheme, PM Awas Yojana, but are indifferent about the Jal Jeevan Mission, considered a game-changer by analysts and party strategists alike. …

Siddaramaiah urges Maharashtra CM to release water to North Karnataka districts hit by severe summer
1 year, 6 months ago

Siddaramaiah urges Maharashtra CM to release water to North Karnataka districts hit by severe summer

Hindustan Times  

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Wednesday requested his Maharashtra counterpart Eknath Shinde to release water from Warna/Koyna reservoir to Krishna river and from Ujjani reservoir to Bhima river for drinking water needs in the State. The Karnataka Chief Minister said the monsoon is yet to commence while there is a severe summer situation in the northern districts and people and …

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