YEDIYURAPPA CASE
POCSO Act case: Bengaluru court issues summons to Yediyurappa to appear on July 15
Former CM B S Yediyurappa summoned to court in POCSO case alleging sexual assault on a minor. CID charge sheet accuses him of paying off victim and aides. Karnataka HC extends order preventing arrest. Legal proceedings continue as Yediyurappa denies allegations.
Yediyurappa, aides paid money to sexual assault victim, mother to buy their silence: chargesheet
CID chargesheet alleges former Karnataka Chief Minister B S Yediyurappa sexually assaulted a minor girl, paying hush money. Yediyurappa faces POCSO Act and IPC charges. Co-accused include aides. Non-bailable arrest warrant issued, but High Court restrains CID. Victim's mother deceased, brother seeks progress in case. Yediyurappa denies allegations.
Karnataka CID files chargesheet against BJP leader BS Yediyurappa in POCSO case
After the Karnataka CID filed a chargesheet against BS Yediyurappa for alleged sexual assault, the case involved charges under various IPC Sections and the POCSO Act. Following a complaint by a woman, the case saw significant developments including a tragic event and political tensions.
CID files charge sheet against ex-CM Yediyurappa in POCSO case
The case was registered based on a complaint by the mother of a 17-year-old girl who alleged that he molested her daughter during a meeting on February two this year, at his residence in Dollars Colony here. Yediyurappa has denied the charge, and said "people would teach a lesson to those indulging in conspiracies against me."
'It's like a R-rated movie marathon': Bengaluru CID investigators show unease with series of VIP sex scandals
In Bengaluru, CID detectives are grappling with a series of high-profile sex scandals, including cases involving prominent figures like former MP Prajwal Revanna and ex-Chief Minister BS Yediyurappa. According to a TOI report by H M Chaithanya Swamy, CID officers are overwhelmed by the explicit nature of evidence and emotional toll of the investigations. They express fatigue and discomfort in handling sensitive material amidst intense public scrutiny and political pressure.
CID questions former Karnataka CM Yediyurappa for three hours in POCSO case
Former Karnataka Chief Minister B S Yediyurappa was questioned by the CID for three hours on Monday regarding a POCSO case filed against him. The case, based on allegations of sexual harassment by the mother of a 17-year-old girl, prompted a Karnataka High Court order preventing Yediyurappa's arrest. Yediyurappa denies the allegations, attributing them to conspiracies against him.
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Former Karnataka CM BS Yediyurappa to appear before CID in Pocso case
Former Karnataka chief minister and BJP leader B S Yediyurappa is set to appear before the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) in Bengaluru today for an inquiry in connection with a case filed against him under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (Posco) Act. Yediyurappa had previously stated that he would appear for the inquiry as scheduled, following an order from the High Court restraining the CID from arresting him. The case stems from a complaint by a woman alleging that Yediyurappa sexually assaulted her daughter on February 2, 2024, at his residence.
"Stay on Yediyurappa's arrest exposes how justice is being delivered selectively": Mehbooba Mufti
PDP president Mehbooba Mufti criticized the Karnataka High Court's decision to stay the arrest of BJP leader B S Yediyurappa in a POCSO case, citing selective delivery of justice.
Will appear before CID for inquiry on June 17: Yediyurappa
Senior BJP leader B S Yediyurappa returned to Bengaluru to face CID questioning on June 17 after a High Court order in a POCSO case, involving allegations of molesting a 17-year-old girl. The victim's mother passed away due to lung cancer, adding complexity to the legal battle.
Never indulged in vindictive politics, will not do in future too: Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah denied engaging in vindictive politics and criticised BJP for making such accusations amid the arrest warrant against former CM Yediyurappa. He defended his government's actions and accused the BJP of targeting Congress leaders. Siddaramaiah also criticised BJP's tactics and expressed skepticism about their expansion in South India. He called for a fair probe into the NEET exam issue and highlighted the need for conducting Zilla and Taluk Panchayat polls promptly.
POCSO case: Karnataka HC stays arrest of BJP leader Yediyurappa
The Karnataka High Court has stayed the arrest of veteran BJP leader BS Yediyurappa in a case under the Protection of Children against Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, 2012. The case stems from an FIR filed by the Bengaluru Police against Yediyurappa on March 15 under the law. The case was transferred to the Central Investigation Division (CID). The court questioned the need to arrest Yediyurappa, citing his evasion of a notice to appear before the investigation officer (IO) on June 17.
HC restrains CID from arresting B S Yediyurappa in POCSO case, asks him to appear before it on June 17
Karnataka High Court on Friday restrained Criminal Investigation Department (CID) from arresting former Chief Minister B S Yediyurappa in connection with a POCSO case registered against him. It also directed the veteran BJP leader to appear before CID, which is probing the case, on June 17.
It will be 'good' if Yediyurappa appears before CID in POCSO case soon, says Karnataka Home Minister
Karnataka Home Minister G Parameshwara mentioned a non-bailable arrest warrant in a POCSO case against former CM B S Yediyurappa. Yediyurappa is advised to return to Bengaluru and appear before the CID for investigation.
POCSO Case: Court issues arrest warrant against BJP leader Yediyurappa
The case arises from an FIR that the Bengaluru Police registered against the 81-year-old BJP leader on March 15 under the law based on a complaint from a woman who accused him of sexually assaulting her 17-year-old daughter. The government, later, transferred the case to the CID.
Bengaluru court issues non-bailable arrest warrant against former CM Yediyurappa in POCSO case
A non-bailable arrest warrant has been issued against former Chief Minister B S Yediyurappa in a Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act (POCSO) case by a Bengaluru court. Karnataka Home Minister G Parameshwara stated that the CID has summoned Yediyurappa for questioning and potential arrest if necessary.
CID issues notice to BJP leader Yediyurappa in POCSO case
According to police, Yediyurappa has been booked under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offence (POCSO) Act and Section 354 A (Sexual harassment) of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) based on a complaint by the mother of a 17-year-old girl who alleged that he sexually assaulted her daughter during a meeting on February two this year.
'BJP, JD(S) to fight Legislative Council polls together, Prajwal case has no connection with the alliance': Yediyurappa
Former Karnataka Chief Minister B S Yediyurappa announced on Saturday that the saffron party and JD(S) would jointly contest the upcoming Legislative Council elections, scheduled for June 3. Yediyurappa assured that the BJP-JD(S) alliance would remain intact despite cases being filed against present Hassan MP Prajwal Revanna over alleged sexual abuse of several women.
Hassan Case: CM rejects demands for CBI probe, reiterates faith in State Police
Siddaramaiah refuses CBI, trusts State Police in women abuse case. JDS protests video circulation. Revanna probed for assault. BJP reign not given to CBI. Gowda criticizes CBI.
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah slams PM Modi over 'tech city to tanker city' remark
Training his guns at Modi, Siddaramaiah asserted that former Chief Minister B S Yediyurappa and some of his cabinet colleagues were jailed due to denotification and land grab cases during the BJP rule from 2008 to 2013. The CM also said that the previous BJP government allegedly collected '40 per cent commission' from contractors for executing projects.
Govt orders CID probe into sexual assault allegations against former CM of Karnataka BS Yediyurappa
The Bengaluru Police late on Thursday night registered an FIR under the Protection of Children against Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act against the former CM and BJP Parliamentary Board member BS Yediyurappa based on a complaint from a woman who accused him of sexually assaulting her 17-year-old daughter, last month. The government later transferred the case to CID.
Former Karnataka CM B S Yediyurappa's POCSO case handed over to CID for further probe
The Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) case against former Chief Minister B S Yediyurappa has been transferred to the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) for further investigation. Yediyurappa, aged 81, has been booked under the POCSO Act and IPC Section 354A based on a complaint by a 17-year-old girl's mother. The incident allegedly occurred on February 2 at Yediyurappa's residence.
'Let's see what happens next': BS Yediyurappa faces POCSO case for alleged sexual assault, denies wrongdoing
Former Karnataka Chief Minister BS Yediyurappa faces a case for alleged sexual assault, which he denies, claiming he assisted a distressed woman and alerted the police. Karnataka Home Minister G Parameshwara assured an investigation is ongoing, with police protection offered to the woman. Yediyurappa stated the woman turned against him after he tried to help her, while Parameshwara emphasized the sensitivity of the matter, stating there seems to be no political angle. The FIR, under POCSO, alleges assault on a minor girl seeking help in a separate case of sexual assault.
Will expose Rs 40,000 Cr scam during BJP rule if expelled from party, says Karnataka MLA Basanagouda Patil Yatnal
Quickly responding to his statement, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah said Yatnal's allegations about the irregularities that took place when Yediyurappa was the chief minister were proof of their charges that there was a '40 per cent commission government' in the state during the BJP rule. As many BJP leaders have been demanding action against him, Yatnal said, "They (the BJP government in Karnataka) have done everything (huge corruption during Covid). Let them serve me a notice and try to expel me from the party, I will expose them."
DA case against Shivakumar: BJP government did not follow law, CM says, defending withdrawal of sanction to CBI
The High Court had, last month, dismissed a plea from Shivakumar praying for quashing the CBI investigations into the DA case registered against him. The Court vacated the stay, paving the way for the CBI to go ahead with the probe. The Court also asked the central agency to complete the investigation in three months.
Vijayendra’s 3 challenges: Winning over colleagues & making BJP fighting-fit for Lok Sabha polls
Vijayendra, the son of BS Yediyurappa, has unexpectedly been appointed as BJP's Karnataka chief. Though many senior state leaders are not happy with his appointment, they would probably not invite the wrath of the Delhi leadership by openly cribbing about his appointment.
HC lifts stay on CBI probe into Shivakumar's assets in DA case; Dy CM calls the probe BJP's vendetta politics
The Karnataka High Court rejected Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar's plea to halt the CBI inquiry into the case concerning his alleged disproportionate assets. Consequently, the court vacated the stay, allowing the CBI to proceed with its investigation. Additionally, the court instructed the central agency to conclude its inquiry within a three-month timeframe.
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