Bengaluru, Oct 30 (UNI) The Karnataka BJP has condemned the Congress government’s alleged implementation of “Tughlaq policies” that threaten the livelihoods of farmers across the state. Starting November 4, the BJP will launch a statewide agitation focused on the controversial issue of farmers’ lands reportedly being claimed by the Waqf Board. The party accuses the…
Bengaluru, Oct 24 (UNI) Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Thursday moved the Karnataka High Court, challenging the single judge’s order that upheld Governor Thawar Chand Gehlot’s sanction for his prosecution in connection with the alleged Mysore Urban Development Authority (MUDA) scam. The appeal, filed on October 23, seeks to overturn the order passed by Justice…
Hubballi, Oct 12 (UNI) Union Minister Pralhad Joshi has clarified that it is the Finance Commission and not the central government, that decides the allocation of funds to states. Addressing the recent criticism from Congress leaders accusing the Centre of tax injustice towards Karnataka, Joshi defended the NDA government’s record, claiming it has provided significantly…
Bengaluru, Oct 6 (UNI) In a major push to alleviate Bengaluru’s infamous traffic congestion and improve regional connectivity, Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has announced the introduction of the Namo Bharat semi-high-speed trains. These trains, currently being manufactured at Bharat Earth Movers Limited (BEML) in Bengaluru, will soon operate on routes connecting the capital with Tumakuru…
Bengaluru, Oct 2 (UNI) Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge has approved the candidature of Raju Poojary for the upcoming bye-election to the Karnataka Legislative Council from the Dakshina Kannada Local Authorities’ Constituency. The All India Congress Committee (AICC) announced this decision on Wednesday. The by-election is scheduled for October 21, with the party expressing confidence in…
Bengaluru, Sep 24 (UNI) The Bharatiya Janata Party on Tuesday ramped up its demand for the resignation of Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah following the High Court’s decision upholding a sanction given by the Governor for the Congress leader’s prosecution in the MUDA scam. Karnataka BJP President Vijayendra Yediyurappa stated, “The judgment clearly indicates that the…
Bengaluru, Sep 12 (UNI) At least 40 people were detained and prohibitory orders issued in Nagamangala town in Karnataka’s Mandya district following violent clashes during a Ganesha idol immersion procession on Wednesday night, officials said. Deputy Commissioner of Mandya Dr Kumar confirmed that 40 individuals were taken into custody as a preventive measure to curb…
Bengaluru, Sept 7 (UNI) Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar has emerged as the frontrunner in the race for the Chief Minister’s post within the Congress, Karnataka BJP chief Vijayendra Yediyurappa claimed on Saturday, signaling growing internal strife in the ruling party. “The list of Chief Minister post aspirants is expanding, and Shivakumar is leading the…
Bengaluru, Aug 31 (UNI) Solicitor General Tushar Mehta on Saturday defended Karnataka Governor Thawaarchand Gehlot’s decision to sanction the prosecution of Chief Minister Siddaramaiah in the alleged MUDA scam and said that the Governor’s actions were ‘constitutionally justified’ and not beholden to the state cabinet’s advice. Representing the Governor in the High Court, Mehta insisted…
Bengaluru, Aug 25 (UNI) A delegation of influential seers from Dalit and backward class communities met Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Sunday, offering their “unconditional moral support” following Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot’s decision to sanction prosecution against him in the Mysuru Urban Development Authority (MUDA) site allotment case. The Chief Minister’s office responded robustly to the…
