Karnataka
Jagadish Shettar's exit: BJP in damage control mode, J.P. Nadda to rush to Karnataka
Sources said that BJP national President J.P. Nadda is reaching Hubballi on April 18 and will take part in two important programmes which will be held in Hubballi-Dharwad Central constituency. Shettar is contesting from this constituency as a Congress candidate this time.
Give us 150 seats as BJP will try to break Congress govt, Rahul appeals to Karnataka's people
Addressing a mega "Jai Bharat" rally here, he stated that he is happy that the Congress unit is fighting unitedly. "The party is all set to get a full majority. One thing you remember... The BJP, with full force, will attempt to break the government with the 40 per cent money taken from the people.
Congress has sent feelers, won't contact PM Modi & Shah: Karnataka ex-CM Jagadish Shettar
Speaking to reporters here on his next move, Shettar claimed that all options were open for him now. "I am discussing with my well-wishers on which decision is suitable for me. Though Congress leaders have not contacted him yet, he will discuss with his close circles about joining the Congress."
Quota withdrawal for Muslims: Karnataka BJP upbeat despite Supreme Court rap
The Supreme Court has recently observed that the ruling BJP government's decision to withdraw four per cent reservation under the OBC category for Muslims appears to be "based on fallacious assumptions" and "was on a shaky foundation". The reservation quota has been increased for the influential Lingayat and Vokkaliga communities by two per cent each. The Muslim community has been brought under the 10 per cent reservation provided for the economically weaker sections (EWS).
Karnataka polls: Siddaramaiah denied ticket from Kolar, local leader fielded
Siddaramaiah was planning to retain Kolar and resign from Varuna constituency. He had planned to get his son Yathindra Siddaramaiah elected in the by-polls. However, with BJP fielding a formidable candidate in Varuna constituency in the form of senior leader V. Somanna and Congress denying him ticket from Kolar, sources explain that Siddaramaiah is pushed to tight spot.
Karnataka: Cong announces 3rd list of 43 candidates, 'keeps seat' for Jagadish Shettar
In the party's third list, Laxman Savadi's name appeared on the top. Interestingly, the party has not announced the ticket for Hubballi-Dharwad Central constituency for which former chief minister and senior BJP leader Jagadish Shettar has locked horns with the saffron party. Sources explain that the Congress leaders have already approached and assured Shettar of ticket and position if he joins Congress.
Karnataka polls: JD(S) releases 12-point manifesto, lays emphasis on women, farmers
In the manifesto, the party has promised to waive loans taken by Stree Shakti Groups, provide five LPG cylinders in a year for free, Rs 6,000 allowance for pregnant women for six months, hike of widow pension from Rs 900 to Rs 2,500 and pension for persons who completed 15 years of service.
Karnataka: Rahul Gandhi to address rally in Kolar where he made Modi surname remarks
Rahul Gandhi is scheduled to arrive in Bengaluru and travel to neighbouring Kolar to address the 'Jai Bharat' rally. The rally was first scheduled on April 5, 9 and finally April 16. The Gandhi scion is scheduled to inaugurate 'Indira Gandhi Bhavan' near the Congress headquarters in Bengaluru later. AICC President Mallikarjun Kharge is also expected to attend the programme.
Karnataka Assembly polls: Jagadish Shettar to declare final decision
Shettar has called the meeting of his followers and clearly stated that if a ticket is not issued, he will take his decision. Shettar is an influential leader in Kittur Karnataka region considered as a bastion of the saffron party. He has been in active politics for four decades. According to sources, the high command is asking him to retire from electoral politics on the lines of former ministers and senior leaders K.S. Eshwarappa, Halady Srinivas Shetty.
Karnataka polls: Shettar adamant on contesting even after top leaders' intervention
During the meeting, Nadda tried to mollify Shettar but the senior party leader from Karnataka refused to budge from his stance. Shettar reportedly told the saffron party chief that he wishes to contest the polls. During a media interaction, Shettar said he has won the last six elections, and intends to contest the May 10 election. The former Karnataka chief minister claimed that Nadda assured him of taking a decision on his and other leaders' demands following a discussion.
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