KARNATAKA CONGRESS
Bengaluru stampede: CM, Dy CM have 'blood on their hands', should quit: BJP leader Shobha Karandlaje
Union Minister Shobha Karandlaje accused Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah and Deputy CM D K Shivakumar of having "blood on their hands" following a stampede during RCB's IPL victory celebrations that resulted in 11 deaths. She demanded their resignation and a probe by a sitting High Court judge, criticizing the suspension of police officials and questioning the Congress high command's silence.
Karnataka CM, Dy CM, home minister should take responsibility for stampede: Kumaraswamy
H D Kumaraswamy demands resignations from Karnataka's Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, Deputy CM D K Shivakumar, and Home Minister G Parameshwara. He holds them accountable for the Chinnaswamy stadium stampede on June 4, which resulted in 11 fatalities. Kumaraswamy criticizes the hasty suspension of police officers. He questions the government's decision to celebrate the RCB team's IPL victory so quickly.
Bengaluru stampede: Shadow-boxing between CM & Dy CM reason for tragedy, says Opposition leader Ashoka
Following the tragic stampede in Bengaluru during RCB's victory celebrations, opposition leaders are criticizing the Congress government. They allege a lack of planning and coordination between the Chief Minister and Deputy CM led to the disaster. Demands are mounting for a judicial inquiry, accountability, and substantial compensation for the victims' families, citing negligence in ensuring public safety during the event.
Congress govt in Karnataka acting worse than any dictator: Union Minister Pralhad Joshi
Bharatiya Janata Party criticised the Congress for suppressing dissent in Karnataka. Pralhad Joshi called the state government dictatorial. This came after a defamation case was filed against the state BJP. The BJP alleged the Congress is misrepresenting facts. B.Y. Vijayendra warned against silencing opposition. The Congress criticised the Modi government on its 11th anniversary. Mallikarjun Kharge claimed people are troubled.
Why did Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah skip ‘very important’ Niti Aayog meet? No one has a clue
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah skipped a key Niti Aayog meeting in Delhi. This absence sparked controversy. Opposition parties like BJP and JDS criticized the move. They questioned his commitment to state development. Neighboring state CMs attended the meeting. Siddaramaiah's office shared his prepared speech. The BJP demands an explanation for his absence. The meeting focused on India's development goals.
In BJP's model money is in hands of select rich, while Congress gives to poor: Rahul Gandhi
At an event marking two years of the Karnataka Congress government, Rahul Gandhi emphasized the party’s pro-poor model, contrasting it with BJP’s billionaire-focused approach, while highlighting the implementation of five key guarantees and a sixth—granting property rights to the underserved.
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'Bangalore has a port now, Pakistanis are visionary': Netizens mock flood-hit Bengaluru after heavy rain
Bengaluru residents experienced urban flooding due to heavy rains. Water entered homes, and roads became impassable. Sai Layout was among the worst-hit areas. Traffic disruptions occurred across the city. Citizens criticized the government on social media for failing to address the recurring issue. The India Meteorological Department issued a yellow alert for Karnataka, forecasting more rain.
Karnataka: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi to inaugurate issue of digital title deeds to 1 lakh families tomorrow
Rahul Gandhi will inaugurate the distribution of ownership deeds to 1,11,111 people in Hospet, Karnataka, marking the Congress government's two-year milestone. This fulfills a 2015 pledge, granting legal recognition to nomadic, semi-nomadic, and rural farming communities. The initiative includes digital records and automatic property registration, ensuring secure and accessible ownership for beneficiaries.
Karnataka: CM, Dy CM back air strikes, pledge State’s support to Centre
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar praised the strikes on terror sites. They affirmed Karnataka's support for the central government's actions. Siddaramaiah emphasized national unity and the bravery of the soldiers. The Congress party cancelled an event. Shivakumar called the operation a response to the attack in Jammu and Kashmir.
Karnataka unit of Congress posts Mahatma Gandhi quote emphasising peace hours after Operation Sindoor, then deletes it
Karnataka Congress posted a Mahatma Gandhi quote about peace on social media. The post was deleted later. This happened after India conducted air strikes in Pakistan and Pakistan Occupied Kashmir. The strikes were in response to the Pahalgam terrorist attack. Congress then praised the Indian Air Force. D K Shivakumar called India's response "befitting".
Post on Rahul Gandhi: Bengaluru Police register FIR on BJP IT cell head
Bengaluru Police have filed a First Information Report (FIR) against the BJP Karnataka IT and Social Media Admin following a complaint by Congress spokesperson CM Dhananjaya. The complaint alleges that a social media post by the BJP, featuring Rahul Gandhi, attempted to defame him by implying a connection between his foreign travels and negative events in India.
Third Eye: Undergoing change, Cong debates K’taka caste survey credit and Setting a 600 m scale
Odisha witnessed IAS cadre reshuffling, with Nikunja Bihari Dhal's third transfer in a year. Santosh Sarangi assumes the role of new and renewable energy secretary. Meanwhile, Congress circles debate who should receive credit for Karnataka's caste survey report. NCP's Supriya Sule protested for a road in Pune, prompting Ajit Pawar to downplay the issue, emphasizing the road's short length.
Lingayats, Vokkaligas plan major showdown over caste census
Karnataka's Congress government faces a major challenge as dominant Lingayat and Vokkaliga communities strongly oppose the controversial caste census report, fearing political vulnerability. The Vokkaligara Sangha has threatened to destabilize the government if the census is implemented. Lingayat leaders are calling for a re-survey, and influential mutt heads are planning a joint meeting to discuss their concerns and future actions.
Price hike: Shivakumar asks BJP to take out march against centre
Karnataka's Deputy CM D.K. Shivakumar has criticized the BJP's 'Janakrosha Yatre' against the state government, calling it a farce. He urged the BJP to protest against the central government's hike in cooking gas prices and excise duty on petrol and diesel.
"Turning point for party": Congress leader on party's CWC meet in Ahmedabad today
DK Shivakumar announced the Congress Working Committee (CWC) meeting and All India Congress Committee (AICC) session in Ahmedabad as a potential "turning point" for the party. The party plans a complete revamp, focusing on empowering district and block leaders. Pawan Khera expressed confidence that the resolutions would mark a change in the country's politics, drawing inspiration from Gujarat's historical significance.
Congress leadership asks Deputy CM Shivakumar to continue, say sources
Congress high command has decided to keep D K Shivakumar as the Karnataka party state president despite internal demands for his removal. This decision follows his instrumental role in recent electoral successes. Concerns like cabinet reshuffle and honey trap allegations were also discussed during meetings in New Delhi.
Siddaramaiah in Delhi amid demands for KPCC chief DK Shivakumar's replacement
Chief Minister Siddaramaiah will meet with AICC leadership in Delhi to discuss key political developments, including nominees for four Legislative Council seats. The potential replacement for KPCC President DK Shivakumar will also be a focus. Public Works Minister Satish Jarkiholi and Forest Minister Eshwar Khandre are the leading candidates. Shivakumar, despite internal opposition, is reluctant to give up his post without further electoral success.
4% reservations in govt contracts against law, Congress will face consequences: Anurag Thakur
BJP MP Anurag Thakur criticized Karnataka's decision to amend the KTPP Act, providing 4% reservation in tenders for minority contractors, calling it a move to gain Muslim votes. Karnataka Deputy CM clarified the reservation includes all minority communities and backward classes. The state cabinet's decision will be amended after being tabled in the assembly session.
Karnataka govt faces political heat as BJP alleges public funds used to pay state Congress workers
Karnataka's Congress government faces criticism for allocating Rs 60 crore annually to pay 4,000 Congress workers overseeing five guarantee schemes. Opposition parties allege misuse of public funds to reward supporters. Deputy CM DK Shivakumar defends the decision, attributing it to Congress workers' role in election victory. Protests from BJP and JD(S) members continue.
Karnataka Congress targets BJP, its MP Simha
Congress workers staged protests in Mysuru and Bengaluru against BJP Lok Sabha MP Pratap Simha over the security breach incident. The MP is under scrutiny for allegedly providing passes to the intruders who jumped into the Lok Sabha.
'Collect from Congress': Karnataka villagers' refusal to pay electricity bill goes viral
A video of a group of villagers in this district on Monday allegedly refusing to pay their electricity bill citing the pre-poll promise of the Congress to give 200 units for free has gone viral. Among the five 'guarantees' that the party announced is the offer of 200 units of power a month to every household.
Karnataka Congress chief DK Shivakumar appears before ED in Delhi
Karnataka Congress president D K Shivakumar on Monday appeared before the Enforcement Directorate here for questioning in a money laundering case. The 60-year-old Congress leader reached the office of the federal agency at A P J Abdul Kalam Road around 12 noon and was seen entering the office after getting a pass made from the front office.
'When rape is inevitable, enjoy it...' Karnataka Congress MLA during Assembly session
The senior Congress MLA's remark was made when MLAs began to demand time from Speaker Vishweshwara Hegde Kageri to discuss farmers' issues in the Assembly. When the Speaker asked how the Session would be conducted if the time was allotted to everyone.
Uncivil tweet by novice social media manager, says Shivakumar after Karnataka Congress' 'angootha-chhaap' post on PM Modi
"I have always believed that civil and parliamentary language is a non-negotiable pre-requisite for political discourse. An uncivil tweet made by a novice social media manager through the Karnataka Congress official Twitter handle is regretted and stands withdrawn," tweeted Shivakumar.
Woman’s manhandling reflects BJP culture: Karnataka Congress
Karnataka Pradesh Congress Committee chief DK Shivakumar said the incident of BJP MLA manhandling a woman councillor during elections reflects the culture of the BJP and lack of control over the party leaders.
No family or age bar for tickets, says Karnataka Congress chief
Karnataka Congress president Dinesh Gundurao told TOI, “There will be only two norms for nominations – winnability and social justice."
Amit Shah should not be allowed to enter Karnataka: Congress
The Karnataka Congress working president has alleged that Amit Shah gave Rs 5 lakh to the family of a deceased party worker, thereby violating the election code of conduct.
Karnataka Congress maintains caution on S M Krishna
Also taking a dig at Congress Vice President Rahul Gandhi, he had said that the politics is a serious business and not a "hit-and-run job".
BJP says it wants to make Karnataka 'Congress mukht'
BJP today said it is targeting dislodging the 'dysfunctional and corrupt' Congress government in the state ultimately to make Karnataka 'Congress mukht'.
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