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Karnataka to conduct fresh caste re-enumeration in 60-70 days: CM Siddaramaiah
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah announced a fresh caste re-enumeration. The Congress high command directed this action. It addresses concerns from communities excluded in the 2015-16 survey. The re-enumeration will take about 60-70 days. The previous report is principally accepted. Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge said the data is old. Vokkaligas and Veershaiva-Lingayats raised reservations.

Did BJP demand UP CM's resignation after Kumbh Mela stampede?: Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah rejected the BJP's call for his resignation regarding the Bengaluru stampede. He accused the BJP of politicizing the incident. Siddaramaiah questioned why the BJP did not demand resignations during past tragedies like the Kumbh Mela stampede or bridge collapse. Union Minister Pralhad Joshi criticized the Karnataka government and demanded resignations.

'Not our decision, senior party leaders decided': Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah on re-conducting caste census
Karnataka government decides to redo the caste census. The decision comes after complaints and concerns about data accuracy. Party leaders suggested the re-census. Deputy CM DK Shivakumar says the process will be transparent. Online surveys and door-to-door data collection will occur. AICC leaders discussed the matter with the CM. The government aims to address community concerns.

ED searches: Will not not support any violation of law, says Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah stated his government will not interfere with the Enforcement Directorate's (ED) searches against a Congress MP and three MLAs in connection with the Valmiki scam-linked money laundering case. The ED is investigating allegations that funds from the Karnataka Maharshi Valmiki ST Development Corporation were used for election expenses during the 2024 Lok Sabha elections.

Congress backs Karnataka caste census, urges Siddaramaiah to order fresh survey
The AICC leadership has urged Karnataka's CM to initiate a fresh caste survey based on the Telangana model, acknowledging the existing data is outdated. The party suggested a re-enumeration of castes, addressing community doubts about the count. Siddaramaiah plans a special Cabinet meeting to discuss the census, aiming for completion in 90 days after formally accepting the initial report.

Bengaluru stampede: Karnataka HC allows sealed cover status report, bail plea of RCB official up next
The Karnataka High Court has adjourned the hearing on the Chinnaswamy stadium stampede case to June 12, directing the Advocate General to submit a reply in a sealed cover. The AG cited the ongoing judicial commission and police suspensions, requesting confidentiality due to concurrent bail petitions. The court is also considering a PIL related to the incident.
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AICC satisfied with steps taken after stadium stampede, says CM
Chief Minister Siddaramaiah informed AICC leaders Mallikarjuna Kharge and Rahul Gandhi about the actions taken following the Bengaluru stadium stampede. He defended his government's response, contrasting it with tragedies in Uttar Pradesh and Gujarat. Siddaramaiah challenged the BJP's criticism, urging them to address past incidents under their governance before questioning the state government.
Karnataka: AICC asks CM to take up fresh caste survey, complete in set timeline
The AICC leadership has directed Chief Minister Siddaramaiah to conduct a new caste enumeration. This will follow the Telangana model. The current data is about ten years old. The party has agreed to the state's caste census exercise. A special cabinet meeting is scheduled for June 12 to discuss the matter.
Zero marks for Modi’s 11 years, says Siddaramaiah
Chief Minister Siddaramaiah criticized Prime Minister Modi's 11-year tenure, citing failures like demonetization and unfulfilled promises of job creation and farmer welfare. He accused Modi of copying state welfare guarantees while denying Karnataka its fair share of resources. Siddaramaiah emphasized that widespread publicity has been fueling the NDA regime.
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah slams Modi govt, says it deserves 'zero marks'
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government. He gave it "zero marks" and alleged it relied on publicity. Siddaramaiah questioned unfulfilled promises like job creation and farmers' issue resolution. He accused the central government of false propaganda and media overexposure. He also highlighted discrepancies in tax devolution and financial assistance to Karnataka.
Siddaramaiah to meet Congress high command in Delhi, likely to discuss stampede incident
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah will visit Delhi on June 10. He will meet with Congress leaders. Discussions will include recent events. The June 4 stampede, which resulted in 11 deaths, will be addressed. D K Shivakumar is also in Delhi. He will not meet top leaders this time. He has an urgent meeting in Bengaluru.
Bengaluru Stampede: Siddaramaiah rejects calls for accountability
Chief Minister Siddaramaiah dismissed calls for accountability following the stampede deaths outside Chinnaswamy stadium, stating the government had no role and accusing the BJP of politicizing the tragedy. He acknowledged police negligence contributed to the congestion and revealed he was unaware of the deaths until later in the day. The government will consider relocating the cricket stadium outside Bengaluru.
BJP stages protest, seeks resignation of Siddaramaiah, Shivakumar over Bengaluru stampede
The Bharatiya Janata Party protested at Vidhana Soudha. They demanded the resignation of Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy CM DK Shivakumar. This follows the Chinnaswamy stadium stampede that resulted in 11 deaths. BJP leaders accused the two leaders of negligence. They also plan to meet the Governor seeking intervention. The party will support the suspended police officers.
Karnataka CM defends holding RCB felicitation at Vidhana Soudha despite police warning
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah defended the RCB victory celebration at Vidhana Soudha, stating no untoward incident occurred there, despite a prior warning from the DCP regarding security concerns. He clarified that the KSCA organized the event, and he attended as an invitee.
Bengaluru stampede: BJP stages protest; seeks resignation from Karnataka CM, Dy CM
Bharatiya Janata Party protested at Vidhana Soudha. They demanded the resignation of Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar. This followed a stampede outside Chinnaswamy stadium. Eleven people died in the incident. Opposition leader R Ashoka called for the leaders to step down. He blamed them for negligence leading to the deaths.
Stampede aftermath: Deaths have not cast black mark on Govt, says Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah
Chief Minister Siddaramaiah dismissed demands for accountability regarding the Chinnaswamy stadium stampede. He stated the government had no role and criticized the BJP for politicizing the tragedy. Siddaramaiah mentioned police negligence caused the congestion. He confirmed suspensions and transfers following the incident. The CM approved the Vidhana Soudha event but distanced himself from the stadium celebrations.
"Behaved most irresponsibly": Union Minister Pralhad Joshi on Bengaluru stampede
Union Minister Pralhad Joshi on Sunday reiterated Union Minister of State Shobha Karandlaje's scathing remark on Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar that they had "blood on their hands" for their "irresponsible and insensitive" handling of the crowd outside Bengaluru's Chinnaswamy Stadium, which led to a stampede that killed 11 people on June 4 during RCB's IPL victory celebrations.
Bengaluru Stampede: CM Siddaramaiah increases ex gratia to Rs 25 lakh from Rs 10 lakh for families of victims
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah declared increased compensation. The ex gratia for victim families rose from Rs 10 lakh to Rs 25 lakh. This decision follows widespread public anger over the tragedy. Authorities arrested and suspended several people. The government's action aims to address the concerns of the affected families. The incident caused significant national attention.
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.
Bengaluru stampede: Karnataka ADGP Intelligence transferred
Following the tragic stampede outside Chinnaswamy Stadium that resulted in 11 fatalities, ADGP Hemant Nimbalkar has been transferred. This action follows Chief Minister Siddaramaiah's suspension of Bengaluru police commissioner B Dayananda and four other senior officers. The CM acknowledged an intelligence failure related to the incident during RCB's IPL victory celebrations.
Bengaluru stampede: CM Siddaramaiah backs suspension of police chief, officers after 11 killed
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah defended the suspension of Bengaluru police officials, including Commissioner B Dayananda, following the Chinnaswamy Stadium stampede that resulted in 11 deaths. He accused BJP and JD(S) of politicising the tragedy, emphasizing that the suspensions targeted those who failed in their duties.
CM must resign, not dodge responsibility , say BJP leaders
Following a tragic stampede that claimed 11 lives, Karnataka's opposition BJP is demanding the resignation of Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, Deputy CM DK Shivakumar, and Home Minister Parameshwara. BJP leaders criticize Siddaramaiah's response and allege negligence.
Karnataka CM orders arrests of RCB, KSCA executives; suspends Bengaluru Police Chief over stampede
Following a stampede at Royal Challengers Bengaluru's IPL victory celebration that led to 11 deaths, Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has ordered arrests of officials from RCB, KSCA, and DNA Entertainment Networks. Simultaneously, top police officials, including the Bengaluru Police Commissioner, have been suspended due to allegations of insufficient crowd control and safety measures during the tragic event at M.
CM Siddaramaiah announces suspension of Bengaluru Police Commissioner, orders arrest of RCB, KSCA & DNA executives
Following the Chinnaswamy stadium stampede that resulted in 11 fatalities, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah suspended key Bengaluru police officials, including the City Police Commissioner. A judicial inquiry, led by Justice John Michael D'Cunha, has been ordered alongside a CID investigation into the roles of RCB, KSCA, and DNA Entertainment Networks.
This is very sad: Former Indian cricketer Atul Wassan on Bengaluru stampede
A tragic stampede near Bengaluru's Chinnaswamy Stadium claimed 11 lives during Royal Challengers Bengaluru's IPL victory celebrations. Former cricketer Atul Wassan shared his sorrow. He highlighted the intense fan frenzy surrounding Virat Kohli and the team's win. Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah announced compensation for the deceased and free treatment for the injured.
Bengaluru stampede: Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar issues apology for the incident
A tragic stampede near Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru claimed 11 lives and injured 33 during RCB victory celebrations. Deputy CM DK Shivakumar apologized and announced postponement of government events. CM Siddaramaiah declared Rs 10 lakh compensation for the deceased's families and free treatment for the injured. He also ordered a magisterial inquiry into the incident.
Bengaluru stampede: BJP blames Congress duo Siddaramaiah and DK Shivakumar for tragedy
R Ashoka, Leader of the Opposition, blamed the Bengaluru stampede on the rivalry between Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar, accusing them of prioritizing credit for RCB's IPL victory over public safety. He criticized Shivakumar's airport photo op and the lack of emergency services, calling the deaths "government-sponsored murder.
Bengaluru stampede: Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah says '50-60 died in Kumbh Mela but I didn’t criticise' amid backlash
Bengaluru stampede: Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah addressed the tragic stampede during RCB's victory celebrations, which resulted in 11 deaths and 33 injuries. He referenced past disasters like the Kumbh Mela, emphasising that he did not criticize those events.
Bengaluru stampede shocker: When a 35,000-capacity stadium was overrun by lakhs, gates were broken...
Bengaluru stampede: Karnataka's Chief Minister Siddaramaiah addressed the Chinnaswamy Stadium stampede following RCB celebrations, attributing it to an unexpectedly massive crowd overwhelming the venue's capacity. A magisterial inquiry has been ordered with a 15-day deadline to investigate the circumstances. The government emphasised its role in providing security, while acknowledging the need for improved crowd control measures during large events.
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