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Belagavi (Karnataka), Dec 16 (PTI) Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Tuesday reiterated that he will remain as the chief minister as long as the Congress high command wants him to continue. He also said that his party has got a mandate for five years to rule and will also come back to power after 2028 assembly elections. "I am saying this very clearly. We have high command. We abide by their decision. Whatever high command says is ultimate," Siddaramaiah told the Assembly. The leadersh ...Read More >
Condolences messages poured in on social media cutting across party lines soon after the news of his death was out. Karnataka's oldest MLA and veteran Congress leader Shamanur Shivashankarappa died from age-related complications at a private hospital in Bengaluru Sunday. He was 94 and represented the Davanagere South Assembly constituency. National president of Akhila Bharatha Veerashaiva Mahasabha, Shivashankarappa remained active in politics for around five decades and was elected six times ...Read More >
Leader of the Opposition R. Ashok wrote to Speaker U.T. Khader on Monday, requesting him to extend the ongoing Assembly session in Belagavi by a week, citing the need for an in-depth discussion on several issues, including the problems related to development of North Karnataka and the alleged failure of law and order. The session in Belagavi, which began on December 8, is scheduled to run until December 19. However, it was cut short by two days due to the death of two sitting members, and altho ...Read More >
BELAGAVI: The Leader of Opposition in Assembly and senior BJP leader R Ashoka has urged Speaker UT Khader to extend the ongoing winter session of the legislature by a week. In his letter to Khader, Ashoka said that the ongoing 10-day winter session has been truncated to eight days. Ashoka said this isn't sufficient to discuss the problems of the state, which are "plentiful." "It was decided that the winter session will be held from December 8 to December -- a period of 10 days. However, it has ...Read More >
Mumbai: Actor-filmmaker Sohail Khan issued an apology after facing backlash for riding his bike without a helmet on the streets of Bandra in Mumbai. Salman Khan's younger brother said he feels claustrophobic sometimes with a helmet on his head, and hence avoids it. However, he vowed to adhere to rules from now on, and also urged riders to surely to wear a helmet while riding. "I would like to request all bike riders to please wear helmets. I avoid wearing them at times as I feel claustrophobi ...Read More >
Haveri: Under pressure from protesting sugarcane farmers, the state govt has agreed to establish a separate laboratory in Haveri district to measure sugar recovery.Sugar recovery typically refers to the percentage of sugar obtained from a fixed weight of cane crushed in a factory. Sugarcane farmers in the district have been demanding a separate laboratory to test sugar recovery, alleging that recovery rates have declined sharply after private companies took over the cooperative-run factory two d ...Read More >
Mumbai, Oct 31 (SocialNews.XYZ) Actress Deepika Padukone, who has been a strong advocate for mental health awareness, reacted to cricketer Jemimah Rodrigues' recent revelation about battling anxiety. The 'Om Shanti Om' actress, known for openly sharing her own struggles with depression in the past, praised Jemimah for her honesty and courage in speaking up, highlighting the importance of conversations around mental well-being in sports and beyond. Taking to her Instagram Stories, Deepika Paduko ...Read More >
Bengaluru, Oct 31 (UNI) With Bihar elections fast approaching, the Karnataka BJP today alleged that the Congress-led state government is rushing the controversial Bengaluru tunnel road project to raise funds, and announced a protest at Lalbagh on November 2 under the slogan "Save Lalbagh, Save Bengaluru." Leader of Opposition R Ashoka told reporters that the project has created widespread anxiety among Bengaluru residents, who fear losing their homes. He claimed that around six acres of Lalbagh ...Read More >
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has indicated he will complete his five-year term. This comes amid ongoing speculation about a potential leadership change. Siddaramaiah stated his continuation depends on the Congress high command's decision. He acknowledged multiple chief ministerial aspirants within the party. The media's persistent questioning fuels these leadership change discussions. Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Monday said he would continue in office for the full five yea ...Read More >
A 20-year-old Delhi college student sustained acid burn injuries after three men attacked her on Sunday. The incident, allegedly stemming from a past argument and stalking, saw acid thrown on her as she walked towards Laxmi Bai College. The victim is receiving treatment, and police have registered a case under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita. A 20-year-old woman from Delhi's Mukundpur suffered acid burn injuries as three men allegedly attacked her on Sunday over a heated argument that took place fe ...Read More >
The government on Thursday initiated the process to appoint the next chief justice of India as incumbent B R Gavai demits office on November 23, In an era where almost all aspects of governance and decision-making involves the usage of technology, in varying degrees, Justice Surya Kant, poised to assume the office of Chief Justice of India (CJI) next month, has been a strong proponent of profound human enterprise in the domain of dispensing justice. In his recent address, Justice Surya Kant, ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], October 27 (ANI): Archana Majumdar, member of the National Commission for Women (NCW), stated on Monday that the commission is ensuring prompt medical care, counselling, and rehabilitation for the 20-year-old Delhi University student who was attacked by a stalker with acid. Speaking to ANI, Majumdar called for strict legal action and reaffirmed its commitment to women's safety, security, and dignity. "The NCW is committed to women's security, safety, and dignity... We are en ...Read More >
Amid the recent controversy surrounding the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh, Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Monday clarified that the government has not imposed any ban on the organisation, stating that the RSS is not mentioned anywhere in the order issued regarding permissions for associations to operate in school and college premises. "The Karnataka Government has not banned Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh. RSS is not mentioned anywhere in the order issued to allow associations to obtain pe ...Read More >
Bengaluru: Even as the city celebrated Deepavali with festive fervour, politics took centre stage Tuesday when chief minister Siddaramaiah and deputy CM DK Shivakumar launched a sharp attack on Bengaluru's BJP MPs, accusing them of ignoring the city's development and remaining silent on Karnataka's financial concerns in Parliament.Speaking at the foundation-laying ceremony for white-topping works in Gandhinagar, Siddaramaiah lashed out at the BJP MPs representing Bengaluru, alleging that they ha ...Read More >
Karnataka Congress MLA Basavaraj Rayareddy on Monday played down controversy over his remarks about illegal sand mining in the state, telling NDTV's Deepak Bopanna the letter he wrote to Chief Minister Siddaramaiah - in which he named senior government officials - is a "routine matter". The Yelburga MLA was responding to a note to the Chief Minister in which he seemed to point fingers at his own government, alleging that officials from the Department of Mines and Geology are involved in large-s ...Read More >
Karnataka LoP R Ashoka criticised the state government's socio-economic survey, calling it misleading and incomplete. He alleged coercion, questioned the 15-day deadline, and said the survey hasn't even crossed 60% coverage. Hassan: Leader of Opposition in Karnataka Assembly, R Ashoka, on Monday, criticised the socio-economic and educational survey conducted by the state government, saying it is misleading and inaccurate. Add Asianet Newsable as a Preferred Source Ashoka claimed that the surv ...Read More >
During a recent event in Dakshina Kannada featuring Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, a total of ten attendees experienced health issues, primarily due to dehydration and delays in the distribution of food and gifts in the midst of a large gathering. Fortunately, most of those affected have since been released from the hospital. Atleast 10 people fell ill during an event of Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah in Dakshina Kannada on Monday. The incident happened when Karnataka CM was addressing the event, 'As ...Read More >
Mangaluru: The Rai Estates Educational and Charitable Trust, led by Puttur MLA Ashok Kumar Rai, will host the 13th edition of the 'Ashoka-Janamana' Deepavali celebration at the Kombettu Taluk Stadium in Puttur on Monday. The event, which is expected to draw nearly one lakh people, will be inaugurated by chief minister Siddaramaiah at 12.15pm, said Rai, president of the Trust.He said that unlike in previous years, when sarees were distributed to women and bed sheets to men, this year the Trust wi ...Read More >
Karnataka News: As many as 10 people fell ill during an event of Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah in Dakshin Karnataka due to dehydration. The incident reportedly took place during "Ashoka Jana Mana 2025" programme. The Chief Minister was expected to reach the venue at 12 noon but he arrived an hour later and event concluded at 3 pm. According to the police, people fell ill due to dehydration following delay in food serving, Deccan Herald reported. ALSO READ: Bengaluru Business Corridor: ...Read More >
Puttur: Over 11 people, including women and children, fell ill during the "Ashoka Janmaman-2025" event held at the Kombettu Taluk Stadium in Puttur, organized under the leadership of MLA Ashok Rai. The event was inaugurated by Chief Minister Siddaramaiah. The stadium, which was overcrowded beyond its capacity, witnessed a stampede-like situation as participants struggled for space. Several attendees reportedly suffered from oxygen deprivation, leading to their falling ill. Police protocols for ...Read More >
Mangaluru (Karnataka), Oct 20 (PTI) Ten women allegedly fell ill due to suspected hypoglycaemia and dehydration during a public programme attended by Chief Minister Siddaramaiah in Dakshina Kannada district on Monday, officials said. The event 'Ashoka Jana Mana' was hosted by local MLA Ashok Kumar Rai in Puttur city, they said. The incident occurred after an alleged delay in distribution of food and gifts to thousands of people gathered at the venue, police said. ...Read More >
Bengaluru, Oct 20 (SocialNews.XYZ) Karnataka BJP on Monday accused the state government of allegedly "misuning" caste census for the vote bank politics. Leader of the Opposition R. Ashoka said that not everyone has participated in the caste survey being conducted. "As Infosys' Sudha Murthy did not provide information for the caste survey, CM Siddaramaiah and Minister Shivaraj Tangadagi have threatened her. The government itself is engaging in rowdyism here. Even though the High Court has said t ...Read More >
Puttur: More than eleven individuals fell ill on Friday due to overcrowding at an event attended by Chief Minister Siddaramaiah in Puttur taluk stadium, Dakshina Kannada district. The incident transpired during the 'Ashoka Janamana' program, an event organized by Puttur MLA Ashok Rai, in which the Chief Minister was a participant. Eyewitness accounts detail a stampede-like situation, which led to several women and children experiencing medical distress. Immediate medical aid was administered at ...Read More >
The state Bharatiya Janata Party on Saturday lashed out at Karnataka minister Priyank Kharge over the removal of Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh's publicity material in Chittapur taluk in Kalaburagi district ahead of a major event but the Congress leader alleged the saffron organisation had not taken permission for the programme. IMAGE: Swayamsevaks take part in a march past during the centenary celebrations of the RSS in Bengaluru. Photograph: ANI Photo The RSS had scheduled its 'Patha Sanchalana ...Read More >
Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], October 19 (ANI): Leader of Opposition in Karnataka Legislative Assembly R Ashoka on Sunday accused Congress of supporting those who hail Pakistan, and oppose those who say Bharat Mata ki Jai. Ashoka's comments come amid the Karnataka government denying permission for a Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) centenary march in Chittapur, citing concerns over law and order. The local authorities cited concerns over maintaining law and order in the region as the reason f ...Read More >
The whispers about a change in leadership in Karnataka are no longer whispers. They are loud, persistent, and politically loaded. Several Congress MLAs have openly stated that Siddaramaiah must soon hand over the reins to Shivakumar -- a statement that has once again brought to the surface the long-running undercurrent within the Congress government over the question of succession. When Shivakumar visited the Hasanamba Temple this week, his words reignited the buzz. "Only I and God know when I ...Read More >
Bengaluru, Oct 19 (PTI) Responding to repeated criticism from some industry leaders about Bengaluru's infrastructure issues, Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar said on Sunday that he is open to criticism but some people are doing it too much, and he will remain unfazed by such things. Asserting that the government is taking measures to fix these issues, Shivakumar, who is also the Minister in-charge for Bengaluru development. said that people have given the Congress government an op ...Read More >
Elista [Russia], October 18 (ANI): Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Saturday paid obeisance to sacred relics of Lord Buddha brought from India and enshrined at the Central Temple, Geden Sheddup Choikorling Monastery, also known as "the Golden Abode of Buddha Shakyamuni" at Elista, Kalmykia, Russia, a release said. The Lieutenant Governor is leading the delegation to bring back holy relics of Lord Buddha after a week-long exposition in Elista. Also Read | Earthquake in Pakis ...Read More >
Bengaluru, Oct 18 (SocialNews.XYZ) The Karnataka BJP on Saturday lashed out at the Congress-led government in Karnataka for allegedly targeting the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) and its supporters in the state. Charging the Congress-led government for removing RSS banners, flags in Chittapura town in Kalaburagi district, the Leader of the Opposition R. Ashoka questioned, "Is Chittapur in India, or is it the Kharge family's own Republic"? Notably, AICC President Mallikarjun Kharge hails fro ...Read More >
Bengaluru: Chief minister Siddaramaiah Friday clarified that the cabinet's decision to frame new rules on use of public spaces and govt premises for events is not just about Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS). The remarks come a day after the cabinet approved measures reportedly aimed at checking RSS activities, including street marches and events on public and govt premises. "Any organisation conducting activities without govt permission is not allowed. This rule was introduced by BJP under form ...Read More >
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