Siddaramaiah

Noting that on the Waqf property matter, his government has already directed that all notices issued to farmers be immediately revoked, and any unauthorised amendments in land records without due notice must also be nullified, in a statement he said

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah alleged that BJP was raking up the "Waqf issue" with an eye on the upcoming assembly by-polls in the state and elections in neighboring Maharashtra.

Since Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government came to power, Karnataka has "suffered", the Chief Minister alleged, and stressed on the need to initiate a public debate on how Karnataka, while respecting the federal structure, can secure its rightful share.

Reacting to a query on hectic political activities within Congress where Dalit and scheduled tribe leaders were meeting after the MUDA site allotment case came to light, Siddaramaiah said people are speculating unnecessarily.

Alleging that there are many corrupt people in the BJP, Siddaramaiah asked the prime minister to correct things within his party first

The high court's verdict has now triggered calls for Siddaramaiah's resignation as CM - from both the BJP and within his own party

Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah unveiled the plan for a futuristic city spanning 5,800 acres between Dabaspet and Doddaballapur on September 26.

After the high court setback, Siddaramaiah can be booked for corruption and summoned for questioning. The Karnataka chief minister can appeal against the high court order in the Supreme Court.

In the MUDA site allotment case, it is alleged that compensatory sites were allotted to Siddaramaiah's wife B M Parvathi in an upmarket area in Mysuru, which had higher property value as compared to the location of her land which had been "acquired" by the MUDA.

The facts narrated in the petition would undoubtedly require investigation, in the teeth of the fact that the beneficiary of all these acts is not anybody outside but the family of the petitioner, says HC.

The High Court on September 12 completed its hearing in the case, and reserved its orders, while extending its August 19 interim order directing the special court for people's representatives that was slated to hear complaints against him in the case, to defer its proceedings till the disposal of the petition

Siddaramaiah said the order granting bail to Kejriwal and releasing him from jail has further confirmed our faith in the country's judiciary. "This order gives hope to all those fighting for truth and justice," he said.

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah said he has written to the Chief Ministers of Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Maharashtra, Gujarat, Haryana, and Punjab.

The Karnataka Women’s Commission is stepping up to address the ongoing #MeToo movement by planning a meeting with Sandalwood actors to investigate allegations of sexual harassment in the industry. This initiative aims to gather evidence and statements from actors and other key figures to substantiate claims and ensure a thorough investigation.

The chief minister said his wife had only asked for alternative land either in Devanur Third Stage or any other layout formed by MUDA afterwards.

 Former CM Devaraj Urs laid the foundation stone for Electronics City, Bengaluru's tech hub in late 1970s.

The controversy stems from allegations of corruption linked to the MUDA land case, in which Siddaramaiah's family has been accused of being involved.

"The entire Congress party and the government stand behind Siddaramaiah. He will continue as our Chief Minister and will not succumb to any pressure," Shivakumar declared.

The Karnataka Governor approved the prosecution of Siddaramaiah in the case, reportedly based on petitions filed by T J Abraham, Pradeep, and Snehamayi Krishna.