Karnataka: Cab Drivers To Protest In Front Of Yeddiyurappa's House
The cab drivers association will gherao Karnataka Chief Minister BS Yediyurappa's residence on March 31 demanding justice for a driver who suicided. Reportedly, a cab driver Pratap (35) immolated in his cab over increased fuel prices and a dispute with Karnataka State Tourism Development Corporation (KSTDC). Moreover, Bengaluru airport authorities have urged passengers to use bus services or make their own arrangements as cab drivers called… read-more
Tags: fuel prices hike, BS Yediyurappa, bengaluru, Cabs
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Karnataka: BJP Lawmakers Start Signature Campaign Against Bijapur MLA
Criticising ex-Minister and Bijapur MLA Basanagouda R Patil Yatnal's defamatory public statements concerning the Karnataka government, the BJP Legislators have initiated a signature campaign. Reportedly, despite receiving a show-cause notice, Yatnal openly envisaged the collapse of the state government under the current leadership. Claiming that Yatnal's "anti-party activities" may negatively impact future bypolls, the legislators intend to… read-more
Tags: Karnataka, BS Yediyurappa, Bijapur, Basanagouda R Patil Yatnal, BJP, PM Modi, JP Nadda, Amit Shah
Courtesy: The Indian Express
Karnataka CM Yediyurappa Resents Tamil Nadu's Cauvery Linking Project
Karnataka CM BS Yediyurappa expressed his displeasure over his Tamil Nadu counterpart K Palaniswami's latest project linking Vellar-Vaigai-Gundar rivers with Cauvery. CM Palaniswami had laid the foundation for the Rs.14,400 crore riverine project to use 6,000 cubic feet of surplus water in arid zones. "We will not allow Tamil Nadu to do that. We will take tough measures," said CM Yediyurappa. Earlier, Karnataka initiated building a reservoir… read-more
Tags: BS Yediyurappa, EPS, Cauvery, Reservoirs, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu
Courtesy: Swarajya Mag
Karnataka: 6 Workers Killed In Explosion At Quarrying Site
Six workers died and several suffered injuries after gelatin sticks exploded at a quarrying site in Karnataka's Chikkaballapur district during the early hours of February 23. As per police, the mishap occurred when the workers were trying to dispose the explosives. For the incident, PM Narendra Modi expressed his grief through Twitter. Meanwhile, Karnataka CM B S Yediyurappa has ordered a high-level investigation into the case and has assured… read-more
Tags: Karnataka, BS Yediyurappa, Quarrying, Illegal Mining, explosion
Courtesy: The Tribune
CM Yediyurappa Confirms Tesla's Manufacturing Plant In Karnataka
Karnataka CM BS Yediyurappa has confirmed that Elon Musk's Tesla would install its manufacturing plant in Karnataka. Earlier, the electric car maker had formally registered its office in Karnataka's capital Bengaluru. Reportedly, the company's research and development unit will also be set up soon. Previously, Union Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari had affirmed that Tesla's Indian stint would begin with sales, followed by assembling and… read-more
Tags: Tesla, Elon Musk, BS Yediyurappa, Nitin Gadkari, Karnataka, Bangalore
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Yediyurappa Rebukes Maha CM Thackrey Over Border Row
Rebuking his Maharashtrian counterpart Uddhav Thackerey, Karnataka CM B.S. Yediyurappa on January 18 stated that the former's statement was against the principles of the Indian Union. Earlier, Thackrey claimed that his government vows to annex Karnataks's Marathi majority areas. The Karnataka CM said that it was unwelcoming to… read-more
Tags: CM Uddhav Thackeray, BS Yediyurappa, border clash, Marathi
Courtesy: Hindustan Times
Karnataka Government Expands Cabinet; Appoints 7 New Ministers
Karnataka CM B.S. Yediyurappa, in his third cabinet expansion, appointed seven new members on January 13. The newly appointed ministers include MLAs Umesh Katti, S Angara, Murugesh Nirani and Arvind Limbavali and MLCs R Shankar, M T B Nagaraj and C P Yogeshwar. However, several BJP legislators resented the cabinet expansion for overlooking seniority, sacrifice and fair regional representation and the appointment of non-popularly elected MLCs… read-more
Tags: BS Yediyurappa, BJP, karnataka government, cabinet extension
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Bangalore City Gets Rail Link To Airport; Ticket Priced At Rs 10
Bangalore's much-awaited train service from the city railway station to Kempegowda International Airport, which is in the outskirts of the city was launched on January 4. The train would function at a fare which is much lesser than the cost of cabs and busses that were operated to the airport. After the commencement, Union Railway Minister Piyush Goyal said, "This will go a long way in enhancing last-mile connectivity".
Tags: bengaluru, Airport, train, BS Yediyurappa
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Karnataka-Maharashtra Border Dispute Intensifies After Ajit Pawar's Comments
Karnataka CM BS Yeddyurappa slammed Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar's statements regarding incorporation of Belgaum, Karwar, and Nipani regions in Maharashtra. Yeddyurappa asked Pawar not to "incite fire" and said, "Marathi-speaking people are just like Kannadigas, they too belong to us." Earlier, Pawar had endorsed the idea of a united Maharashtra on Bal Thackeray's death anniversary. The three regions having a large Marathi-speaking… read-more
Tags: Maharashtra , Karnataka, Ajit Pawar, BS Yediyurappa
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Karnataka: Dasara Celebrations Begin; COVID Warriors Felicitated
Karnataka's most celebrated festival, "Dasara" was inaugurated on October 17 by Dr Manjunath, who was selected in honour of the service of COVID warriors. The government has decided to keep the celebrations low-key this year and hence the festival began by CM Yediyurappa and Dr Manjunath offering flowers to goddess "Chamundi". COVID warriors were felicitated at the event and the rituals throughout the ten-day festival will… read-more
Tags: Karnataka, Mysuru Dasara, mysore, BS Yediyurappa, Dr CN Manjunath, Covid-19
Courtesy: Hindustan Times