MUDA row: Shivakumar gives ‘Raj Bhavan Chalo’ call to press Governor for action in pending cases
Bengaluru, Aug 27 (IANS): Karnataka Congress President D K Shivakumar on Tuesday gave a ‘Raj Bhavan Chalo’ call for an agitation on August 31 to pressurize Governor Thaawar Chand Gehlot to give sanction for prosecution in cases against BJP leaders pending before him. The Congress
19,448 cases registered in state over faulty number plates
Bengaluru, Aug 27: Across Karnataka, police have registered 19,448 cases being registered in just 22 days against vehicles with faulty number plates, as part of a crackdown on drivers attempting to evade legal penalties for traffic offenses. Mangaluru police have registered 550 cases. Bengal
Darshan’s special treatment: Govt seeks report on management of all jails
Bengaluru, Aug 27 (IANS): The Karnataka government on Tuesday sought a report on management of all prisons in the state in the wake of the preferential treatment given to jailed Kannada superstar Darshan in Bengaluru Central Prison coming to light recently. Home Minister G Parameshwara stated on
Entire Cong leadership stands with Siddaramaiah: Congress
New Delhi, Aug 24 (IANS): Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar announced on Friday that the entire Congress leadership stands with Chief Minister Siddaramaiah in the fight against the Governor's decision to sanction his prosecution in the alleged MUDA scam. Addressing reporter
Will not hesitate to arrest H D Kumaraswamy in mining case: CM Siddaramaiah
Bengaluru, Aug 21 (IANS): Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Wednesday said that the government will not hesitate to arrest Union Minister H.D. Kumaraswamy in the mining case if the need arises. “If the situation arises, Kumaraswamy will be arrested without hesitation in the mini
Traffic banned on 10 dilapidated bridges in Dakshina Kannada
Mangaluru, Aug 19: Following the recent collapse of the Kali bridge in Karwar, traffic has been prohibited on 10 bridges in Dakshina Kannada (DK). Motorists are facing significant inconvenience due to the sudden restrictions placed on these deteriorating bridges. Officials from the National Highw
Cong to stage state-wide protests on Aug 19 against Guv granting sanction for CM's prosecution
The Congress in Karnataka will stage a state-wide protests against the permission given by Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot to prosecute Chief Minister Siddaramaiah for his alleged role in the MUDA alternative site 'scam'. Gehlot on Saturday granted sanction for the prosecution of Siddaramaiah i
Second phase of monsoon begins in Karnataka with heavy rainfall expected
Mangaluru, Aug 17: The second phase of the monsoon began in Karnataka on August 16, with the State India Meteorological Department (IMD) issuing an alert. According to IMD officials, heavy rains are expected to lash Karnataka from August 16 to 20. The rain fury is predicted to continue in Si
Emission test certificates likely to become more expensive in Karnataka
Bengaluru, Aug 12: Emission test certificates in Karnataka may soon become more expensive, as the Association of Owners of Karnataka Emission Testing Centres has requested a price revision from transport minister Ramalinga Reddy. The association cited rising costs, including rent, equipment, sa
Rain disrupts life in Bengaluru, BJP highlights Siddaramaiah govt's 'mismanagement'
Bengaluru, Aug 12 (IANS): Incessant rain caused havoc and disrupted life in IT city Bengaluru on Monday with waterlogging and flooding affecting the low-lying areas most, and prompting the BJP to highlight the Siddaramaiah's government's 'mismanagement'. Bengaluru South MP an
'I will fight until my last breath to ensure your ouster, says B S Yediyurappa to CM Siddaramaiah
Mysuru (Karnataka), Aug 11 (IANS): Launching a scathing attack on Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, former Chief Minister and senior BJP leader B.S. Yediyurappa said on Saturday that he will fight until his last breath to remain in politics and ensure that the former was booted out by the
Consent for prosecution: All eyes on Guv’s move over petition against CM Siddaramaiah
Bengaluru, Aug 6 (IANS): All eyes in Karnataka are on Governor Thaawar Chand Gehlot’s move regarding a petition seeking consent for prosecution of Chief Minister Siddaramaiah in connection with the irregularities in the Mysuru Urban Development Authority (MUDA). Given the intense polit
No trains to Bengaluru from Mangaluru till Aug 8
Mangaluru, Aug 6: Train services between Mangaluru and Bengaluru which are suspended due to landslide at Donigal between Edakumeri and Kadagaravalli near Sakleshpur, will resume only after August 8 as per information given by Mysuru railway division. The services of 12 trains between the coa
Siddaramaiah informs Pinarayi of rebuilding houses for 100 families hit by Wayanad landslide
Mysuru, Aug 3: With neighbouring Kerala state suffering large-scale devastation due to landslides and floods in Wayanad region, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has informed his Kerala counterpart Pinarayi Vijayan that Karnataka will construct houses for 100 families, who lost their dwellings. “
If CM Siddaramaiah refuses to step down, Governor Gehlot will be forced to initiate action: BSY
Bengaluru, Aug 3 (IANS): Former Chief Minister and BJP Central Parliamentary Board Member, B S Yediyurappa stated on Saturday that if Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah refuses to step down, the Governor would be forced to initiate action against him The BJP is demanding the CM’s re
Kerala landslides: CM Siddaramaiah appeals for CSR funds from corporates to help victims
Bengaluru, Jul 31 (IANS): Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Wednesday appealed to the corporate sector to make Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) contributions to support relief efforts in Kerala, where at least 159 people have lost their lives due to landslides. CM Siddaramaiah, in his
Driving over 130 kmph will result in FIR from August 1 in Karnataka
The Karnataka police will register FIRs against drivers exceeding 130 kmph from August 1 in an effort to ensure road discipline among road users and to minimise fatal accidents caused by rash and negligent driving. Violators are liable to be penalised with imprisonment up to six months, or ₹1,000 fi
Karnataka Legislature passes resolution against NEET, ‘One Nation, One Election’ amid opposition
Bengaluru, Jul 25 (IANS): The Karnataka Legislative Assembly on Thursday passed resolutions against the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) and ‘One Nation, One Election’, amid stiff opposition by BJP and JD(S) legislators. Minister for Law, HK Patil proposed the resolu
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