KARNATAKAS CONGRESS
Congress govt in Karnataka mired in competition for CM, Dy CM posts and internal rifts: Karandlaje
Shobha Karandlaje criticized Karnataka’s Congress government’s neglect of dengue and Zika cases, stalled projects, and law and order. As Bangalore North MP, she cited deaths, poor health department, BWSS, and non-functioning BBMP. Internal rifts blamed for neglecting public welfare, leading to issues with medicine availability and accumulating water causing mosquito generation.
Congress govt in K'taka "unnecessarily quarrelling" with Centre: Union Minister Kumaraswamy
"I know this government (in Karnataka is) unnecessarily quarrelling with the Central government. First of all, I request the Karnataka government that -- quarrelling will not help. Or throwing mud against the Central government will not help. Whatever is the issue, come, discuss with us," Kumaraswamy said.
MUDA scam: More than Rs 3800 cr, transferred to CM Siddaramaiah's wife's name, claims BJP
On the MUDA scam, Union Minister Pralhad Joshi says, "... It is a more than Rs 3800 crores scam and the plots which duly authorised by MUDA have been transferred in the name of the wife of CM Siddaramaiah. There is a huge scam and the then DC who has now been t...
Vendetta politics: Congress slams PM Modi over 2023 decision on sale of rice to state govts
Congress accuses Modi's 'vendetta politics' of obstructing Karnataka's 'Anna Bhagya,' increasing food subsidy costs up to Rs 18000 crore. FCI halted OMSS rice sales despite 50 million tonnes stock. Demand for BJP, JD(S) MPs, and Consumer Affairs Minister to seek compensation. Karnataka offered Rs 170 monthly cash to 6.5 crore people for rice purchase.
Karnataka CM demands Rs 62 Cr from Govt as controversy over illegal allotment of plots to his family rages
Chief Minister Siddaramaiah demanded Rs 62 crore compensation for his family’s land taken by the government amidst controversy over 14 pricey plots allotted to them in Mysuru. Opposition BJP sought a CBI probe, accusing the CM of benefiting his family unfairly. Siddaramaiah defended the allotments, done during the BJP regime, denying any wrongdoing. The BJP alleged a Rs 4000 crore scam and called for arrests in the case.
Karnataka: Yediyurappa challenges Siddaramaiah to dissolve assembly amidst corruption allegations, promises BJP will win by 140+ seats
In a special state executive committee meeting, BJP's Yediyurappa challenged Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah to dissolve the legislative assembly, claiming BJP would win over 140 seats. He blamed Congress’s corruption for its loss of popularity, citing Congress's underperformance in Lok Sabha, winning only nine out of 28 constituencies despite a previous landslide of 136 state assembly seats. Financial irregularities in KMVSTDC and MUDA were noted. He urged BJP to demand the CM’s resignation in the legislative session.
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BJP leaders take out protest march to Karnataka CM's residence, taken into preventive custody
On Wednesday, opposition BJP leaders attempted to besiege the Karnataka chief minister's office-cum-residence, alleging rampant corruption by the ruling Congress government. They were prevented and taken into custody. Among the leaders were BJP state president B Y Vijayendra, Leader of Opposition R Ashoka, and former ministers. The BJP claims a Rs 4,000 crore scam in the Mysuru Urban Development Authority (MUDA), implicating Chief Minister Siddaramaiah's wife, and a cover-up in a Rs 180 crore Valmiki Corporation scam, which allegedly led to an official's suicide. Ashoka demanded a CBI investigation into the MUDA scam.
'There's a dead rat on your plate': BJP slams Cong on additional deputy CM rumours in Karnataka
Amid internal power struggles, speculation rises on adding community-based deputy CMs in Karnataka's Congress party, aiming to curb DK Shivakumar's influence and counter his alleged CM ambitions.
Karnataka releases draft gig workers Bill; seeks comments from platforms, other stakeholders
Karnataka introduced draft Bill for app-based platforms to provide social security benefits to gig workers and sought public feedback. The Bill proposes fee on transactions and penalties for non-compliance. It aims to protect workers' rights and ensure basic social security. It is inspired by Rajasthan law and includes grievance redressal mechanism and prevention of illegal termination. the Bill promises welfare board, fund for gig workers. Discussions have been held with major platforms and International Labour Organisation for input.
Will build film city in Mysuru, says Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah announced plans to build a film city in Mysuru, offering 100 acres of land for the project and emphasising a public-private partnership approach. He also pledged steps towards establishing a Kannada OTT platform, fulfilling a long-held dream of Kannada film legend Dr. Rajkumar. Siddaramaiah criticised the previous BJP government for inaction on the film city initiative and vowed to address the OTT platform issue.
Karnataka BJP demands Siddaramaiah’s resignation amidst Valmiki scam investigation and soaring prices
The Congress government in Karnataka has been accused of playing politics with the chief minister and deputy CM posts, leading to fuel and milk price hikes and scams in government departments. Opposition leader R Ashoka has called for the CM to resign, accusing him of "eating 80% of the funds." The scam broke out after a KMVSTDC officer committed suicide over alleged corruption.
After Vokkaliga seer, now a Veershaiva-Lingayat pontiff seeks CM & Dy CM posts for community
Following a Vokkaliga seer's public request for Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah to step down in favor of his deputy D K Shivakumar, a prominent Veerashaiva-Lingayat seer urged that ministers from his community should be considered if there's a change in the CM post or additional deputy chief minister positions are created. He emphasized that Veerashaiva-Lingayat votes were crucial for Congress forming the government, advocating for ministers like Eshwar Khandre, M B Patil, and S S Mallikarjun.
Siddaramaiah-Shivakumar drama intensifies as Vokkaliga seer publicly asks Karnataka CM to step down
In Karnataka, Vokkaliga seer Kumara Chandrashekaranatha Swamiji urged Chief Minister Siddaramaiah to step down for Deputy CM D.K. Shivakumar, amid a growing power tussle. This appeal comes as the Siddaramaiah cabinet faces calls for more Deputy Chief Ministers from various communities. The seer's request highlights the internal struggle within the ruling Congress party.
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.
I proposed Rahul Gandhi be Leader of Opposition, says Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah
Gandhi was appointed leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha on Tuesday, after a meeting of the floor leaders of Opposition pirates at Kharge’s home in Delhi. The Congress is currently the largest opposition party, winning 99 seats out of 543. The party’s INDI-alliance won 234 seats, narrowly losing to the NDA, which won 293 seats.
Demand for 3 more Deputy CMs in Karnataka: Siddaramaiah says Cong high command''s decision final
With renewed calls for three additional Deputy Chief Ministers in Karnataka, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah affirmed on Wednesday that the Congress high command will have the final say. Currently, D.K. Shivakumar, representing the Vokkaliga community, is the sole Deputy CM. Ministers are advocating for Deputy CM roles for leaders from the Veerashaiva-Lingayat, SC/ST, and minority communities
Congress hits ground running to prepare for 3 assembly bypolls after poor show in LS polls
The ruling Congress is strategizing to win three vacant seats due to MLAs' election to the Lok Sabha. Concerned about BJP-JDS partnership's voter acceptance, Congress aims to boost its political standing after a poor LS poll performance.
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.
BJP attacks Karnataka govt over fuel price hike
The BJP accused the Congress government in Karnataka of poor financial management after petrol price hikes. The party said that they will protest against the decision on Monday. The government announced a substantial increase in petrol and diesel prices, drawing criticism from citizens and opposition. The BJP lambasted the timing of the hike post-election, calling for its withdrawal due to the financial strain it places on the public and various industries in the state.
Congress ministers in Karnataka government getting ready for Maharashtra battle
Emboldened by the party's Lok Sabha performance, Congress leaders in Karnataka have now set their sights on winning assembly polls due in neighbouring Maharashtra in a few months. People in the know told ET that Karnataka ministers such as MB Patil, Satish Jarkiholi, Lakshmi Hebbalkar and others are likely to campaign for the party in the border districts of Maharashtra.
In Karnataka, voices against guarantees get louder in Congress
Voices within the ruling Congress are calling for a reassessment of the five guarantees after the party's poor performance in the Lok Sabha polls. The guarantees, which include free bus rides for women, free electricity up to 200 units, and cash transfer per woman head of a family, were key to the party's victory in the assembly polls. Congress MLA HC Balakrishna suggested a rollback of these schemes if election results were unfavorable. Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and KPCC president DK Shivakumar were confident of winning 15-20 seats but the party only secured nine.
Congress floundered in Karnataka, Telangana, Himachal, did well in some states because of allies, says HD Deve Gowda
HD Deve Gowda penned a letter to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, expressing gratitude for the Cabinet position extended to his party. In the letter, he also raised doubts about the Congress party's capability to maintain unity among its allies.
Karnataka: Rahul Gandhi not happy with ministers who failed to live up to expectations
Rahul Gandhi expressed displeasure with ministers' poor election results at the Congress office in Bengaluru. The high command sought a report on the election performance. AICC leaders identified issues in specific constituencies like Udupi-Chikmagalur and Belagavi.
Bengaluru Court grants bail to Rahul Gandhi in BJP's defamation case
A Bengaluru special court granted bail to AICC leader Rahul Gandhi in a defamation case filed by the Karnataka BJP unit. The case involved an ad campaign by the Congress party alleging bribes to ministers in the BJP government. Gandhi was ordered to appear in court on June 7 after missing a hearing.
Rahul Gandhi defamation case: Karnataka Dy CM DK Shivakumar calls it 'bogus'
Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar has dismissed a defamation suit filed by the Karnataka BJP unit against him, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, and Congress leader Rahul Gandhi as a 'bogus case'. The BJP alleged that advertisements in local newspapers and false campaigning by Congress before the 2023 state assembly elections damaged the BJP's image.
Mallikarjun Kharge proves his sway in Hyderabad-Karnataka, but Cong fails to repeat its assembly show in Mumbai-Karnataka
Congress failed to replicate its success in the Lok Sabha elections in the Lingayat bastion of Mumbai-Karnataka, winning only one out of seven Lok Sabha seats. However, Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge's extensive campaigning in the Hyderabad-Karnataka region of the state seems to have worked for the party.
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