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  • Articles Tagged with "Karnataka"

    BJP government gets ‘fail’ in report card for performance in education - The Hindu

    thehindu.com • Politics • India

    A coalition of progressive organizations gave the BJP government in Karnataka a failing grade in education, citing falling learning levels, communalization of education, and insufficient funding for public schools.

    Maratha organisations seek berth for MLA from their community - The Hindu

    thehindu.com • Politics • India

    Maratha community leaders in Karnataka are demanding a ministerial berth in the state's cabinet for an MLA from their community, threatening statewide protests if their demands are not met.

    Caste, stability plank worked for BJP in NK - The Hindu

    thehindu.com • Politics • India

    The BJP's decisive victory in Karnataka by-elections is attributed to factors such as a desire for stable governance, Lingayat community influence, and the party's organized campaign.

    Rajesh Naik’s declared income has risen from ₹15.64 lakh to ₹ 78.9 lakh in five years - The Hindu

    thehindu.com • Politics • India

    Bantwal MLA Rajesh Naik's declared income has significantly increased over five years, along with substantial growth in his and his family's assets and liabilities.

    M.P. Prakash passes away - The Hindu

    thehindu.com • Politics • India

    Former Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister M.P. Prakash passed away at age 71 after a year-long battle with cancer.

    BJP fields Jolle couple - The Hindu

    thehindu.com • Politics • India

    In the 2018 Karnataka Assembly elections, the BJP fielded a husband-and-wife team, Annasaheb and Shashikala Jolle, from Chikkodi-Sadalaga and Nippani constituencies, respectively.

    Congress govt. is indulging in unashamed Muslim appeasement, says Vijayendra - The Hindu

    thehindu.com • Politics • India

    BJP leaders in Karnataka protest against the state government's policies, accusing it of Muslim appeasement and corruption.

    BJP MLA says video showing him disinterested in party’s campaign is fabricated - The Hindu

    thehindu.com • Politics • India

    BJP MLA Abhay Patil refutes a video suggesting his disinterest in the party's campaign, claiming it's a fabricated and edited clip taken out of context.

    Belagavi Lok Sabha constituency: Caste and sub-caste factors, besides writ of ‘sahukars’, will determine results here - The Hindu

    thehindu.com • Politics • India

    The upcoming Belagavi Lok Sabha constituency election in Karnataka will be heavily influenced by caste dynamics, local power brokers, and the interplay between various political factions.

    Channamma, Rayanna taught us not to discriminate between people, says CM - The Hindu

    thehindu.com • Politics • India

    Karnataka's Chief Minister Siddaramaiah spoke at the Kittur Utsav, emphasizing the importance of learning from historical leaders like Rani Channamma and Sangolli Rayanna who championed equality and fought for their people.

    Veena says she will contest as an Independent if Congress does not drop Samyukta by tomorrow - The Hindu

    thehindu.com • Politics • India

    Veena Kashappanavar, wife of a Congress MLA, threatens to run as an independent candidate in the Lok Sabha elections if the party doesn't replace its chosen candidate.

    Karnataka: Panchamasali Lingayat Mahasabha Demands Five Cabinet Berths From Congress, Leader Of Opposition Post From BJP

    swarajyamag.com • Politics • India

    The All India Panchamasali Lingayat Mahasabha demands cabinet positions from the Congress and the Leader of Opposition post from the BJP in Karnataka, following significant community mobilization during the recent state assembly elections.

    JD(S) MLA M.C. Managuli passes away - The Hindu

    thehindu.com • Politics • India

    Janata Dal Secular (JD(S)) MLA M.C. Managuli, a veteran politician from Karnataka, passed away at the age of 85.

    Independent candidate may play spoilsport in Afzalpur - The Hindu

    thehindu.com • Politics • India

    An independent candidate's entry is expected to significantly impact the electoral race in Afzalpur, creating a three-way contest between the BJP, Congress, and the independent.

    Congress fields Allamprabhu Patil in Kalaburagi South - The Hindu

    thehindu.com • Politics • India

    The Indian National Congress party has nominated Allamprabhu Patil as their candidate for the Kalaburagi South Assembly constituency in the upcoming 2023 elections, ending months of speculation.

    Analysis: Congress facing caste conundrum in appointment of KPCC chief - The Hindu

    thehindu.com • Politics • India

    The Congress party in Karnataka is facing a challenge in appointing a new KPCC president due to intense lobbying from different caste groups.

    Tumakuru Lok Sabha constituency: Unique caste mix eludes easy predictions in this seat - The Hindu

    thehindu.com • Politics • India

    The Tumakuru Lok Sabha constituency in Karnataka, with its unique mix of Vokkaliga and Veerashaiva-Lingayat communities, is witnessing a close contest between the BJP and Congress, influenced by the state's social dynamics and recent political realignments.

    Karnataka High Court allows investigation against Malur MLA in criminal case for granting government land to ineligible persons based on forged documents - The Hindu

    thehindu.com • Politics • India

    The Karnataka High Court has allowed an investigation into allegations that a Malur MLA misused his power to grant government land to ineligible individuals using forged documents.

    Many staking claim to BJP ticket for Bidar - The Hindu

    thehindu.com • Politics • India

    Intense competition for the BJP's Lok Sabha ticket in Bidar, Karnataka, pits incumbent Bhagwanth Khuba against several rivals within the party.

    HDK accuses CM of caste-based politics - The Hindu

    thehindu.com • Politics • India

    H.D. Kumaraswamy accuses Karnataka's Chief Minister Siddaramaiah of engaging in caste-based politics during the lead-up to state elections.

    Not aspiring for Cabinet berth under caste quota, says H.K. Patil - The Hindu

    thehindu.com • Politics • India

    Senior Congress leader H.K. Patil denies aspiring for a ministerial position based on caste, refuting claims and asserting his achievements are merit-based.

    CM Siddaramaiah cautions against divisive forces - The Hindu

    thehindu.com • Politics • India

    Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah cautioned against divisive forces exploiting religious and caste differences for political gain, emphasizing the importance of unity and social harmony.

    BJP MLA accused of insulting Karnataka, faces complaint in Belagavi - The Hindu

    thehindu.com • Politics • India

    A BJP MLA in Karnataka faces a police complaint for allegedly insulting the state during a statue unveiling ceremony that involved a Maharashtra minister and sparked pro-Maharashtra slogans.

    The knives are out for Yediyurappa - India Today

    indiatoday.in • Politics • India

    Growing dissent within Karnataka's BJP against Chief Minister B.S. Yediyurappa, fueled by cabinet exclusions and alleged favoritism towards his son, threatens his leadership.

    Maratha leaders in Karnataka demand 2A reservation - The Hindu

    thehindu.com • Politics • India

    Maratha community leaders in Karnataka are demanding their reclassification from 3B to 2A in the backward classes category to improve their social and economic standing.

    Cabinet berths allocated to new Ministers of Karnataka - The Hindu

    thehindu.com • Politics • India

    Karnataka Chief Minister B.S. Yediyurappa allocated portfolios to newly inducted cabinet members, including reshuffling some existing berths.

    Congress picks a veteran and a novice for byelection battle - The Hindu

    thehindu.com • Politics • India

    The Indian National Congress party has nominated veteran leader T.B. Jayachandra and political newcomer Kusuma H. for upcoming by-elections in Karnataka.

    State rejects Kasturirangan committee report - The Hindu

    thehindu.com • Politics • India

    The Karnataka government rejected the Kasturirangan committee report on protecting the Western Ghats' ecologically sensitive areas, citing opposition from legislators concerned about its impact on local communities.

    Here is Why Karnataka Rejected the Kasturirangan Report on the Western Ghats - Frontline

    frontline.thehindu.com • Politics • India

    The Karnataka government rejected the Kasturirangan report on Western Ghats' ecological sensitivity due to opposition from legislators concerned about developmental restrictions and livelihood impacts.

    Counting castes among Dalits - The Hindu

    thehindu.com • Politics • India

    A new survey in Karnataka aims to resolve the long-standing issue of internal reservations among Scheduled Castes by providing empirical data on caste populations.

    Veerashaiva-Lingayats told to strengthen the community - The Hindu

    thehindu.com • Politics • India

    A former legislator urged the Veerashaiva-Lingayat community in Karnataka to unite and support underprivileged students' education and employment.

    Basanagouda Badarli is State youth Cong. chief - The Hindu

    thehindu.com • Politics • India

    Basanagouda Badarli won the Karnataka Pradesh Youth Congress presidency with 34,000 votes, succeeding Rizwan Arshad after a six-year term.

    Jolt in Karnataka CM’s home district as former MLA U.B. Banakar quits BJP - The Hindu

    thehindu.com • Politics • India

    Former Karnataka MLA U.B. Banakar resigned from the BJP and his government posts, citing grievances and a strained relationship with fellow politician B.C. Patil.

    Time has come to change Karnataka BJP leadership, says party’s rebel MLA - The Hindu

    thehindu.com • Politics • India

    A BJP MLA in Karnataka calls for a change in the state party leadership, accusing the current leadership of corruption and anti-party activities.

    30 seers demand minority religion status for Lingayat community - The Hindu

    thehindu.com • Religion • India

    Over 30 Lingayat religious leaders met in Karnataka to demand minority religious status for their community, emphasizing the importance of recognizing Basaveshwara as their founder and advocating for the use of 'Lingayat' instead of 'Lingayat/Veerashaiva'.

    K.S. Eshwarappa’s family out, BJP picks new name for Shivamogga seat - The Hindu

    thehindu.com • Politics • India

    The BJP has nominated S.N. Channabasappa as its candidate for the Shivamogga Assembly constituency in Karnataka, replacing K.S. Eshwarappa who has retired from electoral politics.

    Nine panchayats in Karnataka win national awards - The Hindu

    thehindu.com • Politics • India

    Nine Karnataka panchayats received national awards for their effective implementation of rural development schemes.

    M.A. Saleem is the new DG&IGP of Karnataka - The Hindu

    thehindu.com • Politics • India

    Dr. M.A. Saleem, a 1993-batch IPS officer, has assumed the role of Karnataka's 42nd Director General & Inspector General of Police, succeeding Dr. Alok Mohan.

    Powertrip: Karnataka minister’s hand in Ranya gold smuggling, ED raids in TASMAC

    newslaundry.com • Politics • India

    A Karnataka minister's alleged involvement in a gold smuggling case and ED raids on TASMAC outlets in Tamil Nadu are the focal points of this week's political newsletter.

    Rare find: 16th century inscription in Haveri district of Karnataka records death of 6,307 people owing to drought - The Hindu

    thehindu.com • History • India

    A 16th-century inscription in Karnataka, India, details the deaths of over 6,000 people due to a drought, offering a unique historical record of a natural calamity.

    Land troubles - Frontline

    frontline.thehindu.com • Politics • India

    The article details allegations of corruption and land grabbing against Karnataka's Chief Minister B.S. Yeddyurappa, involving denotification of land acquired by government agencies.

    B Dayananda is new Bengaluru city police commissioner, replaces Pratap Reddy | Bangalore News, The Indian Express

    indianexpress.com • Politics • India

    B Dayananda, a senior IPS officer, has been appointed as the new Bengaluru city police commissioner, replacing C H Pratap Reddy, following a recent change in government in Karnataka.