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BJP Challenged To Remove Gandhi Photo From Rupee Note: DK Shivakumar Sparks National Debate

Karnataka deputy chief minister and senior Congress MLA DK Shivakumar has stirred a new political flashpoint by challenging the BJP-led central government to remove Mahatma Gandhi’s image from Indian currency notes. His remarks came during a protest against the Centre’s decision to alter the rural employment scheme named after Gandhi, a move Congress leaders argue undermines the legacy of the Father of the Nation. Shivakumar accused the BJP of playing with constitutional values

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18 Dec 2025 07:54 AM 304 views

BJP Challenged To Remove Gandhi Photo From Rupee Note: DK Shivakumar Sparks National Debate

Karnataka deputy chief minister and senior Congress MLA DK Shivakumar has stirred a new political flashpoint by challenging the BJP-led central government to remove Mahatma Gandhi’s image from Indian currency notes. His remarks came during a protest against the Centre’s decision to alter the rural employment scheme named after Gandhi, a move Congress leaders argue undermines the legacy of the Father of the Nation. Shivakumar accused the BJP of playing with constitutional values

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Karnataka BJP Seeks Revocation of Suspension of 18 MLAs, Cites Protest Context and Precedents

A delegation of BJP leaders in Karnataka met Legislative Assembly Speaker U.T. Khader at his office in Vidhana Soudha, Bengaluru on Monday, formally requesting the revocation of the suspension of 18 BJP MLAs. The legislators were suspended last month for alleged misconduct and disruption of Assembly proceedings. The suspension, which drew widespread attention, was enforced on March 21, when the 18 MLAs were penalized with six months suspension from the Karnataka Legislative Assembly

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21 Apr 2025 08:40 AM 910 views

Karnataka BJP Seeks Revocation of Suspension of 18 MLAs, Cites Protest Context and Precedents

A delegation of BJP leaders in Karnataka met Legislative Assembly Speaker U.T. Khader at his office in Vidhana Soudha, Bengaluru on Monday, formally requesting the revocation of the suspension of 18 BJP MLAs. The legislators were suspended last month for alleged misconduct and disruption of Assembly proceedings. The suspension, which drew widespread attention, was enforced on March 21, when the 18 MLAs were penalized with six months suspension from the Karnataka Legislative Assembly

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Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah Faces Rs 500 Crore Bribery Allegation Over Mining Lease Renewals

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has landed in fresh controversy after social activist H Ramamurthy Gowda submitted a formal petition to Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot, seeking sanction to prosecute the CM under the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988. The complaint alleges that Siddaramaiah accepted a Rs 500 crore bribe in 2015 for renewing eight mining leases without opting for the auction route. The petition, accessed exclusively by India Today, claims that Siddaramaiah’s

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09 Apr 2025 07:20 AM 950 views

Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah Faces Rs 500 Crore Bribery Allegation Over Mining Lease Renewals

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has landed in fresh controversy after social activist H Ramamurthy Gowda submitted a formal petition to Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot, seeking sanction to prosecute the CM under the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988. The complaint alleges that Siddaramaiah accepted a Rs 500 crore bribe in 2015 for renewing eight mining leases without opting for the auction route. The petition, accessed exclusively by India Today, claims that Siddaramaiah’s

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Karnataka Budget 2025 Sparks Political Row Over Minority Welfare Allocations

The Karnataka government’s 2025 budget, presented by Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, has ignited a major political controversy, with the BJP accusing Congress of appeasement politics over the allocation of funds for minority welfare programs. The budget earmarks significant funds for Muslim welfare, including: ₹1,000 crore for minority development ₹150 crore for Waqf property protection ₹100 crore for Urdu schools A ₹6,00

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07 Mar 2025 07:16 AM 1.46k views

Karnataka Budget 2025 Sparks Political Row Over Minority Welfare Allocations

The Karnataka government’s 2025 budget, presented by Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, has ignited a major political controversy, with the BJP accusing Congress of appeasement politics over the allocation of funds for minority welfare programs. The budget earmarks significant funds for Muslim welfare, including: ₹1,000 crore for minority development ₹150 crore for Waqf property protection ₹100 crore for Urdu schools A ₹6,00

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Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah Faces Resignation Demands Amid Land Scam Allegations

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah is under increasing pressure to resign as allegations surrounding the Mysuru Urban Development Authority (MUDA) land scam escalate. Following a trial court's order to file charges, opposition parties, particularly the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the Janata Dal Secular, have intensified their calls for his resignation. Adding to the pressure, veteran Congress leader KB Koliwad, a five-time MLA and former Assembly Speaker, publicly sugges

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Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah Faces Resignation Demands Amid Land Scam Allegations

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah is under increasing pressure to resign as allegations surrounding the Mysuru Urban Development Authority (MUDA) land scam escalate. Following a trial court's order to file charges, opposition parties, particularly the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the Janata Dal Secular, have intensified their calls for his resignation. Adding to the pressure, veteran Congress leader KB Koliwad, a five-time MLA and former Assembly Speaker, publicly sugges

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BJP Challenged To Remove Gandhi Photo From Rupee Note: DK Shivakumar Sparks National Debate

BJP Challenged To Remove Gandhi Photo From Rupee Note: DK Shivakumar Sparks National Debate

Karnataka BJP Seeks Revocation of Suspension of 18 MLAs, Cites Protest Context and Precedents

Karnataka BJP Seeks Revocation of Suspension of 18 MLAs, Cites Protest Context and Precedents

Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah Faces Rs 500 Crore Bribery Allegation Over Mining Lease Renewals

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IIT Reports Confirm Integrity of Amaravati Building Foundations Amidst Political Controversy

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BJP Challenged To Remove Gandhi Photo From Rupee Note: DK Shivakumar Sparks National Debate

BJP Challenged To Remove Gandhi Photo From Rupee Note: DK Shivakumar Sparks National Debate

Karnataka BJP Seeks Revocation of Suspension of 18 MLAs, Cites Protest Context and Precedents

Karnataka BJP Seeks Revocation of Suspension of 18 MLAs, Cites Protest Context and Precedents

Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah Faces Rs 500 Crore Bribery Allegation Over Mining Lease Renewals

Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah Faces Rs 500 Crore Bribery Allegation Over Mining Lease Renewals

Karnataka Budget 2025 Sparks Political Row Over Minority Welfare Allocations

Karnataka Budget 2025 Sparks Political Row Over Minority Welfare Allocations

Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah Faces Resignation Demands Amid Land Scam Allegations

Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah Faces Resignation Demands Amid Land Scam Allegations

IIT Reports Confirm Integrity of Amaravati Building Foundations Amidst Political Controversy

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