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Rs 4,131 cr drugs seized in 5 months against Rs 897 cr in entire 2023: Maharashtra govt
These teams were formed following the Centre's request to all state governments to develop a joint action plan, coordinating the efforts of various departments to check the production and trade of banned substances, he said. "The state government has also unearthed the involvement of some police officials in such malpractices, and they have been dismissed from service," the deputy CM added.
Karnataka Deputy CM Shivakumar raises pitch to rename Ramanagara district as Bengaluru South
A proposal to rename Ramanagara district as 'Bengaluru South' gained momentum. The moment was led by Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar. The delegation met Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, advocating for the change citing Bengaluru's international reputation. The proposal includes keeping Ramanagara town as the district headquarters and aims to enhance development and industries in the area. Discussions are ongoing on the potential second airport location in Ramanagara or Tumakuru by 2032.
MUDA 'scam' an "outcome" of power struggle between CM and Deputy CM: Union Minister Kumaraswamy
Union Minister H D Kumaraswamy has accused the Mysuru Urban Development Authority (MUDA) of a land scam resulting from a power struggle between Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and his deputy D K Shivakumar. Kumaraswamy claims the scandal was a conspiracy to unseat Siddaramaiah by hiring lawyers and extracting documents from MUDA. The BJP has alleged irregularities in allotment of alternative sites to land losers, including Siddaramaiah's wife Parvathi, by MUDA.
'Well planned': Pralhad Joshi slams CM Siddaramaiah over demand for more Deputy CMs in Karnataka
"Congress has been nearly wiped out in Karnataka, and they are now taking revenge on the people. As far as industrialization and development are concerned, the Congress government is indulging in politics over additional Deputy CM posts, which is creating lots of confusion," the Union Minister said on Saturday.
DK Shivakumar refutes 'more Dy CMs in Karnataka' reports: 'Some wanted their names circulated…'
On reports of the demand for more Deputy CMs in Karnataka, Deputy CM DK Shivakumar on June 29 shot down the claims. While speaking to ANI, DK Shivakumar claimed that this was done to create hype in the media."There is no demand... Some of them just wanted...
Assam Chief Minister criticizes Deputy Commissioner for extravagant lunch at Cabinet meeting
The lunch menu included plain rice, jeera rice, pulao, mutton curry, special fish curry, fried fish, small fish cooked with ginger, mixed lentil soup, fried small potatoes, fried brinjal, mashed potatoes with mustard oil, sesame seed chutney, pickle, sweet yogurt, and gulab jamun, among 22 other items. Cabinet meetings in Assam are held in different locations by rotation.
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DK Shivakumar warns against statements to media amid growing calls for adding more DY CM posts
Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar attempted to suppress the discussion on expanding the number of deputy CM positions, stating that those vying for the role would find no resolution by airing their demands through the media. He highlighted that Chief Minister Siddaramaiah had cautioned ministers against exacerbating the ongoing debate with public statements, Shivakumar disclosed on Thursday.
D K Shivakumar mocks demand for three more Deputy Chief Ministers in Karnataka
Karnataka Congress chief D K Shivakumar dismissed calls for three more Deputy Chief Ministers, urging ministers to seek solutions from the high command rather than discussing it in the media. Some ministers advocate for diverse community representation in the deputy CM posts. Chief Minister Siddaramaiah reportedly advised against public statements on the issue. Shivakumar's supporters are backing him for the Chief Minister post, amid speculation and internal party dynamics.
Karnataka: 3 Ministers revive talk of additional Dy CM posts after Congress party’s subpar performance in LS polls
Three ministers in the ruling Congress are openly discussing the creation of new posts of Deputy Chief Minister (Dy CM) in Karnataka, despite the party's subpar performance in the recent Lok Sabha polls. The demand has been fueled by community leaders who had sought community-wise posts of Dy CM in the run-up to the polls. Public Works Minister Satish Jarkiholi, Cooperation Minister KN Rajanna, and Minority Affairs Minister BZ Zameer Ahmed Khan have expressed their opinions, exerting pressure on Chief Minister Siddaramaiah.
D K Shivakumar rules out contesting in Channapatna bypoll
Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar has decided not to contest in the Channapatna bypoll, questioning the need for bye-elections in Kanakapura. He expressed his commitment to his current constituency and emphasized the importance of people's support in his political career, amidst speculations and criticisms from various political figures.
Arunachal Pradesh: Pema Khandu allocates portfolios to newly inducted ministers
Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu distributed portfolios among his council of ministers on Saturday. Deputy Chief Minister Chowna Mein will handle Finance, Planning and Investment, Tax & Excise, State Lotteries, Economics & Statistics, Power, and Non-Conventional Energy Resources. Mama Natung received the Home portfolio, Inter-state Border Affairs, Public Health Engineering & Water Supply, and Indigenous Affairs. Khandu will oversee unassigned departments.
Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde, Dy CMs Fadnavis and Pawar rode in vintage car with wrong registration number, record shows
Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde and his deputy CMs, Devendra Fadnavis and Ajit Pawar, rode in a 1930 Rolls-Royce car to inspect the Mumbai coastal road. The car, lent by Raymond Group chairman Gautam Singhania, had the license plate number MHO4 JU4733. However, the correct registration number is MHO4 JV4733, according to sources.
Andhra Cabinet: CM Chandrababu Naidu names Pawan Kalyan as deputy, Nara Lokesh gets IT
Pawan Kalyan, the Pithapuram MLA, is widely credited with stitching the NDA alliance of TDP, BJP and Janasena together, which swept up 164 of the 175 Assembly seats in the state and 21 of the 25 Lok Sabha seats, in the process routing the incumbent YSRCP government which was led by YS Jagan Mohan Reddy
Chowna Mein takes oath as Deputy CM of Arunachal for 2nd consecutive term
Chowna Mein and Pema Khandu took oath as Deputy Chief Minister and Chief Minister of Arunachal Pradesh, respectively. Lieutenant General Kaiwalya Trivikram Parnaik administered the oath of office to the ministers.
Home Minister Amit Shah, Chiranjeevi refer to Pawan Kalyan as 'Deputy Chief Minister'
Union Home Minister Amit Shah and Telugu cinema superstar Chiranjeevi congratulated Janasena chief Pawan Kalyan on his new role as Deputy Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh in separate social media posts on Wednesday. Pawan Kalyan took the oath of office in Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu's cabinet. Shah expressed confidence that the NDA government will bring prosperity to Andhra Pradesh, while Chiranjeevi wished the new cabinet success and emphasized his belief in their potential to drive the state's all-round development.
Pawan Kalyan: PM Modi calls him 'aandhi' as he garners tsunami of votes for NDA in Andhra
Actor-politician Pawan Kalyan played a pivotal role in the recent Andhra Pradesh elections, leading the NDA alliance to a landslide victory with 164 out of 175 assembly seats and 21 out of 25 Lok Sabha seats. His efforts in stitching the alliance together earned him praise, with expectations that he will be appointed Deputy Chief Minister. Kalyan, the founder of Janasena party, began his political journey with Praja Rajyam but later founded Janasena in 2014. His impact on the 2024 polls was significant, contributing to the alliance's success.
North-bound arm of Mumbai coastal road inaugurated
Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, along with Deputy Chief Ministers Devendra Fadnavis and Ajit Pawar rode a vintage Rolls Royce car to mark the formal inauguration.
NCP's Praful Patel given 'demotion' in Modi Cabinet, says remedial measures being undertaken
Senior National Congress Party (NCP) member Praful Patel expressed reluctance over being offered a Minister of State with independent charge position in the upcoming NDA cabinet led by BJP's Narendra Modi. Patel cited his prior experience as a Cabinet Minister, deeming the offer a demotion. BJP assured remedial action soon, Patel said.
Islamabad High Court stays execution of five former Pakistan Navy officers
Islamabad High Court (IHC) Judge Babar Sattar on Tuesday issued the written order for the hearing held a day earlier on the request of Navy officers who said they were not provided legal assistance during the general court-martial order, Dawn News reported.
NCP wins three Assembly seats in Arunachal; significant step to regain national status, says Patel
The Ajit Pawar-led NCP won three seats in the Arunachal Pradesh Assembly polls. Newly elected MLAs Nikil Kamin, Likha Soni, and Toku Tatum are set to contribute to the state's development.
Arunachal Pradesh Election Results 2024: Here is the full winner list
Arunachal Pradesh Elections 2024 Results: The BJP secured its third consecutive victory in Arunachal Pradesh, winning 33 out of 60 assembly seats. The party won 23 of the 50 contested seats and leads in 12 more, having already won 10 seats unopposed. Chief Minister Pema Khandu and Deputy Chief Minister Chowna Mein retained their seats. The BJP is set for a dominant majority in the state assembly.
BJP demands arrest of BRS chief KCR in phone tapping case
Former Deputy Commissioner of Police P Radhakrishna Rao accused BRS leader K Chandrashekhar Rao of involvement in a phone tapping scandal. BJP MP Bandi Sanjay demanded KCR's immediate arrest. The scandal allegedly involved intercepting communications of political figures, businessmen, and celebrities during the 2023 Telangana assembly elections. Sanjay condemned the phone tapping as a violation of Constitutional and human rights.
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah accuses Kumaraswamy of diluting Prajwal cases with allegations against Dy CM
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah accused JD(S) leader H D Kumaraswamy of attempting to downplay rape and sexual offence charges against his nephew by criticiaing Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar. Prajwal Revanna is the grandson of former PM H D Deve Gowda and is currently evading capture after fleeing the country. Siddaramaiah criticised Kumaraswamy for not taking the accusations seriously. He also accused the PMO of not responding to his requests regarding the case.
Congress govt in Karnataka will fall due to own contradictions: Ex-Karnataka CM Bommai
Senior BJP leader Basavaraj Bommai predicts Congress government's fall in Karnataka post Lok Sabha polls due to internal contradictions and competition between CM Siddaramaiah and Deputy CM D K Shivakumar. Key factors include BJP's stance, impact of internal differences, and potential changes within All India Congress.
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