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Supreme Court notice to D.K. Shivakumar on CBI plea to probe disproportionate assets case

The Supreme Court on Monday refused to stay a Karnataka High Court decision to freeze a Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) probe against Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar in a disproportionate assets case without hearing him. The Income Tax Department in 2017 conducted a raid against Mr. Shivakumar, based on…

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HDK demands probe into unearthing of money in I-T raids

Kumaraswamy demands probe into I-T raid unearthing huge quantum of money. He questions D.K. Shivakumar's remarks, asking why he's showing signs of guilt. Wants CM/Deputy CM to decide nature of probe to uncover truth.

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Mysuru Dasara gets off to a traditional start atop Chamundi hills

Mysuru Dasara festivities begin with traditional prayers to Goddess Chamundeshwari; noted music composer Hamsalekha inaugurates celebrations. Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar, and Minister in charge of Mysuru district H.C. Mahadevappa present. Music composer Hamsalekha suggests survey on Kannada-speaking people, pairing of districts for exchange of culture, talent,…

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Karnataka government’s plan to form local committees to maintain parks may keep poor away from public spaces

Poor fear being barred from open spaces in Bengaluru due to govt's plan to form local committees to maintain parks. BBMP Chief Commissioner issued order to keep gates open for all. Activist calls it "privatisation of parks" and delivery partners fear losing access to rest and eat.

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I-T raid: Contractor’s son claims money came from land sale; BJP demands CBI probe

Son of contractor whose properties raided by I-T Dept. claims money is his own from land sale deal. BJP demands CBI probe into case, alleging proceeds of corruption. I-T Dept. tight-lipped, son to explain source of money on Oct. 17.

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I-T raids: D.K. Shivakumar calls it political vendetta; BJP says money was ‘commission’ meant to fund Telangana polls

Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar on Friday claimed that the Income Tax searches in Bengaluru on the residences of contractors, who had alleged 40% commission in contracts during the previous BJP rule, were “politically motivated”. This drew a sharp reaction from the Opposition that claimed the money seized was “commission”…

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Minister invites Pramoda Devi Wadiyar to Dasara

State govt. extends Dasara invitation to Mysuru royal family, seeks support for Nada Habba. CM Siddaramaiah, Deputy CM Shivakumar, Governor Gehlot invited to festivities. Music composer Hamsaleka to inaugurate festivities atop Chamundi hills. Cultural events to begin at palace, Sangeetha Vidwan award to be presented. Festivities to remain traditional due…

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Income tax search at contractor’s house reportedly leads to Rs 42cr, sparks political allegations, counter allegations

BENGALURU: Income Tax (I-T) officials have been carrying out search and seizure operations at properties of several contractors in Karnataka since Thursday, sparking political allegations and counter allegations in the state.

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All development works stalled in lieu of guarantees, says JD(S) leader

GT Deve Gowda accuses Cong. of stalling dev. works & ignoring welfare of 6.5 cr people. No funds mobilized for guarantees, no dev. works. 135 Cong. MLAs not visiting drought-hit taluks. Farmers facing threat of drought due to lack of power supply. Dig at DK Shivakumar. Alliance with BJP to…

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Karnataka government to appeal again against CWRC direction to release 3,000 cusecs water to Tamil Nadu till October 31

Cauvery Water Regulation Committee (CWRC) once again recommending release of 3,000 cusecs of Cauvery river water by Karnataka to neighbouring Tamil Nadu up to October 31.

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Former BJP MLA Ramanna Lamani of Shirahatti joins Congress in Karnataka

The former MLA of Shirahatti joined the Congress in the presence of KPCC president and Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar, Minister H.K. Patil, and KPCC working president Saleem Ahmed.

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Govt. protecting farmers’ interests, says DKS; Opposition begs to differ

CWRC orders 3K cusecs for 15 days; BJP, JD(S) blame govt for “failure”; Shivakumar says farmers’ interest will be protected; Bommai, Kumaraswamy call order “big shock”; Shivakumar says Mekedatu is priority.

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Dasara invitation extended to CM, Governor, and Hamsalekha

Mysuru district admin. extends formal invitation to CM Siddaramaiah, Governor Gehlot & music director Hamsalekha for Dasara festival (Oct 15-24). Delegation incl. Mayor Shivakumar & DC Rajendra invited dignitaries in Bengaluru & Raj Bhavan. Invite also extended to Deputy CM Shivakumar.

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Munirathna goes into high drama mode to seek funds for his constituency

BJP MLA Munirathna protested at Vidhana Soudha, seeking funds for his constituency from the Congress govt. He alleged funds allocated to his constituency were diverted. He then met Deputy CM Shivakumar at an event, touched his feet & handed over a petition. He also visited Shivakumar's residence for a one-on-one…

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Will protect Karnataka farmers’ interests despite Cauvery panel’s directions, says DKS

Karnataka Deputy CM Shivakumar assures farmers' interests will be protected despite CWRC's water release directions. Inflows to reservoirs are 8-10K cusecs/day, and rainfall will make up for any shortfall. State govt. is taking steps to provide alternative land for Mekedatu project. Power shortage due to drought, govt. taking steps to…

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All waste processing plants and landfills will be shifted out of Bengaluru city: D.K. Shivakumar

Residents living around waste processing plants who have been demanding their closure for years now may heave a sigh of relief. Deputy Chief Minister and Bengaluru Development Minister D.K. Shivakumar on Tuesday announced that the State government will relocate all waste processing plants and landfills to outside Bengaluru city soon.

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Traffic, garbage and property tax key priorities of Brand Bengaluru, says D.K. Shivakumar

Easing traffic congestion, boosting property tax collection base and improving Solid Waste Management (SWM) in the city are the key priorities of the State government and Brand Bengaluru, Deputy Chief Minister and Bengaluru Development Minister D.K. Shivakumar said on Monday.

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Automated Plan Approval system to approve plans to construct houses in Bengaluru

Govt to introduce Automated Plan Approval (APA) sys for house construction on plots up to 50/60ft. Property owners to upload plans to sys; fixed fees for approval; no need to visit BBMP offices. Aim to reduce corruption & bring in transparency. New tax sys to boost revenue & issue digital…

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Tamil Nadu: CM Stalin to move resolution in Assembly asking Centre to direct Karnataka to release Cauvery water

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin will move a resolution in the Assembly on Monday requesting the Centre to direct the Karnataka Government to release Cauvery water as per the orders of the Cauvery Water Management Authority. Read more At

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HDK endorses Shamanur’s views on posting to Lingayat officials

Kumaraswamy supports Shivashankarappa's opinion on postings for Veerashaiva/Lingayat officials. He believes it's not enough to give them postings, but important to know what positions they get. He predicts Congress govt will fall in 2024 & urges party men to support alliance candidate in elections.

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Karnataka govt. should think of reducing number of liquor shops, says Minister H.K. Patil

A day after Chief Minister Siddaramaiah said the proposal on setting up liquor shops in gram panchayat limits was dropped, Minister of Law and Parliamentary Affairs H.K. Patil on Saturday said setting up more liquor shops was not good for the health of society.

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Cauvery row | Karnataka files petition before CWMA seeking review order on releasing 3,000 cusecs water to Tamil Nadu

D.K. Shivakumar said the government has been making all the preparations to go ahead with the Mekedatu balancing reservoir across the river Cauvery in Kanakapura.

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BJP leaders say Shivakumar’s letter seeking withdrawal of cases in Hubballi violence is Cong. appeasement politics

DK Shivakumar's letter to Home Ministry to withdraw cases related to Old Hubballi violence sparks controversy. BJP leaders, incl. Union Minister Pralhad Joshi, condemn move as appeasement politics. Joshi warns of agitation if cases are withdrawn, Mahesh Tenginakai terms it appeasement politics. Law should take its course, BJP warns.

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Deputy CM Shivakumar directs BBMP to resume stalled works in Bengaluru city

Deputy Chief Minister (Dy. CM) and Bengaluru Development Minister D.K. Shivakumar said he has directed the Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP) to resume stalled works in the city.

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Top news developments in Karnataka on October 2, 2023

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