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Karnataka's polarising politics casts a shadow on Bengaluru's 'Silicon Valley'
Although Karnataka and especially its capital Bengaluru have witnessed violence, communal clashes and terrorist strikes in the past, never in its history has the state faced a similar situation. The growing demand for banning Muslim merchants from the temple premises, religious fairs, 'halal' meat, Muslim mango traders, artisans, transporters and drivers and banning the hijab by Hindutva forces has suddenly put the peaceful state under the spotlight for the wrong reasons.
Court notice to MP Jaya Bachchan on land deal case
The notice has been issued on the basis of a criminal case filed against Samajwadi Party MP Bachchan by Anuj Daga -- son of former BJP legislator Jitendra Daga, accusing her of cancelling a land sale deal, even after receiving a portion of the payment. Daga's lawyer Enosh George Carlo, talking to IANS on Saturday said that in the complaint, Jaya Bachhan has been accused of demanding a higher price than the agreed amount.
Infighting in Trinamool aggravates over recruitment scam
On Tuesday, Trinamool Congress' state general secretary and the party spokesman, Kunal Ghosh made a statement indirectly holding the party general secretary and erstwhile state education minister, Partha Chatterjee (currently the state commerce and industries minister), answerable for the WBSSC scam.
Infighting in Trinamool aggravates over recruitment scam
On Tuesday, Trinamool Congress' state general secretary and the party spokesman, Kunal Ghosh made a statement indirectly holding the party general secretary and erstwhile state education minister, Partha Chatterjee (currently the state commerce and industries minister), answerable for the WBSSC scam.
International issues should be resolved through dialogue: Om Birla
Inaugurating the mid-year Commonwealth Parliamentary Association Executive Committee Meeting, which India is hosting for the first time, in Guwahati, he said that international peace and stability are essential for global prosperity. Referring to climate change, Birla emphasised on India's commitment towards achieving the targets approved under COP26.
Sidhu slams Punjab govt on law and order situation
"(Bhagwant) Maan saab, today a young girl was found dead with her hands & legs tied on highway in Dhanaula & a man killed in Khem Karan," Sidhu tweeted. "No fear of law.... If such law and order situation continues, nobody will stay here. First ensure safety of 3 crore Punjabis who are here, before inviting foreigners."
Yogi govt promises strict action after UP CMO's Twitter hacked
The state CMO's Twitter account was briefly hacked in the early hours of Saturday and was immediately restored. Twitter had suspended the account after observing unnatural activity. Before it got restored, the unnamed hackers had sent out 400-500 tweets from the account.
Pilot's meeting with Rahul Gandhi in Delhi creates buzz
Pilot, who is eyeing a comeback in the state politics since he revolted against the Ashok Gehlot government, is likely to be entrusted an organisational role very soon. The BJP has been on attacking mode since the clashes broke out between two groups in Karauli. The state government has claimed that it has taken strict action but the Opposition is continuing with its attacking stance. The BJP on Friday said that it seems like "there is Taliban rule in the state".
Congress, other parties trying to create rift in society in name of religion: BJP leader
In a detailed conversation with IANS on the hijab, 'halal' meat and the use of loudspeakers for Azaan, Ravi said that the BJP is not against any community or religion but it was the opposition who is trying to create a rift in the society. Referring to the hijab controversy which broke out in Karnataka, Ravi said that they are not against the hijab but they are in favour of following a uniform dress code in educational institutions.
Congress to call party's Maharashtra Ministers after MLAs complaint
Sources say that Congress President Sonia Gandhi has sought a report from state in charge H.K. Patil before the meeting and has directed him to come up with an amicable solution. The main complaint is against Balasahab Thorat, who is also the legislative party leader in the Assembly. The party MLAs met Sonia Gandhi on Tuesday to discuss issues of the party in the state, and share their grievances.
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