BASAVARAJ BOMMAI
Karnataka Industries Minister Patil blames Bommai govt for losing Ather EV project to Maharashtra
Bellad emphasizes the necessity of a leadership change to restore Karnataka's reputation as an investment-friendly state, calling for a shift towards concrete actions and results to attract investments.
Ex-CMs Kumaraswamy and Bommai quit as MLAs after winning LS polls
While Kumaraswamy represented Channapatna Assembly segment Bommai was an MLA from Shiggaon seat. Kumaraswamy, who was elected to Lok Sabha from Mandya constituency, is now Union Minister for Steel and Heavy Industries in Prime Minister Narendra Modi- led cabinet, while Bommai represents Haveri Lok Sabha seat.
Murder case against Kannada Superstar Darshan Thoogudeepa takes on political tinge, BJP MP Bommai calls for impartial probe
BJP MP Basavaraj Bommai called for an impartial probe into the murder of Renukaswamy allegedly by Darshan, Pavithra Gowda, and accomplices. The murder has political implications with demands for justice from the Veerashaiva-Lingayat community.
Haveri Lok Sabha Result 2024: Former Karnataka CM Basavaraj Bommai wins against Congress' Anandaswamy Gaddevarmath
Former Karnataka Chief Minster won in the Haveri Lok Sabha constituency against Congress' Anandaswamy Gaddevarmath by 43,513 votes. Bommai secured 7,05,538 votes, while Gaddevarmath received 6,62,025 votes. Bommai served as the state's CM from 2021 to 2023.
Congress govt in Karnataka will fall due to own contradictions: Ex-Karnataka CM Bommai
Senior BJP leader Basavaraj Bommai predicts Congress government's fall in Karnataka post Lok Sabha polls due to internal contradictions and competition between CM Siddaramaiah and Deputy CM D K Shivakumar. Key factors include BJP's stance, impact of internal differences, and potential changes within All India Congress.
Union Minister, ex-CMs in north Karnataka's Lok Sabha battleground
Union Minister Pralhad Joshi, along with former chief ministers Basavaraj Bommai and Jagadish Shettar, as well as AICC President Mallikarjuna Kharge's son-in-law Radhakrishna Doddamani, are among the 227 candidates contesting in the 14 constituencies of northern Karnataka on Tuesday. Ministers Lakshmi Hebbalkar, Shivanand Patil, Eshwar Khandre, and Satish Jarkiholi are aiming to introduce their offspring into electoral politics through the upcoming LS polls.
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No question of ending alliance with JDS says Bommai, accuses state of delaying investigation for Vokkaliga votes
The scandal broke last week when pen drives of obscene videos allegedly involving Prajwal Revanna – former PM HD Deve Gowda’s grandson and the NDA candidate from Hassan – were distributed all over his constituency, days before the Lok Sabha election took place there. He has since fled the country. Karnataka government’s Special Investigative Team (SIT) issued a look out notice for him on Thursday.
Lok Sabha elections: Former Karnataka CM Bommai faces combative Congress
Basavaraj Bommai enters Lok Sabha polls in Haveri amid tough competition from Congress and Panchamasali community's reservation demands. Eshwarappa's ticket dispute leads to his independent candidacy in Shivamogga.
"Congress made Karnataka bankrupt in name of guarantee": Basavaraj Bommai
While addressing a press conference on Sunday, Karnataka's former chief minister and Gadag-Haveri Lok Sabha constituency's BJP candidate, Basavaraj S Bommai, slammed the Congress party and alleged that the party, without any preparation, made the state bankrupt in the name of guarantee.
Basavaraj Bommai, Union Ministers Pralhad Joshi and Khuba file nominations
Bommai filed his papers as the BJP candidate from Haveri and was accompanied by former Minister B C Patil and other party leaders. He earlier paid respects to his parents' memorial. Bommai is the son of veteran Janata Party leader and former Chief Minister late S R Bommai. Bommai's opponent from Congress, Anandswamy Gaddadevarmath, too filed his papers on Monday. Joshi who is the Union Minister for Parliamentary Affairs, Coal and Mines, formally entered the fray from Dharwad.
BJP may field ex-CMs Jagadish Shettar & Basavaraj Bommai in LS polls
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is considering fielding two former Chief Ministers, Basavaraj Bommai and Jagadish Shettar, from Karnataka in the upcoming Lok Sabha elections. Both leaders are from the Lingayat community, a key vote base for the party. The decision will be finalized after discussions with Prime Minister Narendra Modi and other senior leaders.
Karnataka Budget: Congress regime resorts to borrowing to sustain guarantee schemes
Chief Minister Siddaramaiah presented budget projecting revenue deficit of Rs 27,353 crore for the year 2024-25, relying on borrowings to sustain Congress party's guarantees before Lok Sabha polls. Critics claim government bankrupt, but the chief minister dismissed the claims
South India to deliver surprise results in Lok Sabha election: BJP leader Basavaraj Bommai
Senior BJP leader Basavaraj Bommai has predicted surprising results in South India in favor of BJP in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. Bommai claims a 'Modi wave' across the country, with confidence in Narendra Modi as Prime Minister. He expects unexpected results from South India, especially Karnataka, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, and Tamil Nadu.
Attempts being made to hush up Haveri gangrape case by offering money, alleges Bommai
Former Karnataka Chief Minister Basavaraj Bommai has alleged that efforts have been made to cover up a moral policing incident in Haveri. The incident involved an interfaith couple who were assaulted by a group of six people in a hotel room in Hangal Taluk, Haveri district on January 8. Two of the accused have already been arrested. A video of the incident has gone viral, shedding light on the heinous act.
Bommai accuses Siddaramaiah of insecurity, seeks governor’s intervention on development, releasing funds for farmers
Former Karnataka CM Basavraj Bommai criticized the government's focus on power struggles rather than state development. He highlighted inadequate relief for drought-hit farmers, claiming only 1% of the sought-after funds were released. Allegations included unfulfilled promises of compensation, blaming bureaucratic hurdles. Bommai accused leaders of prioritizing political positions over public welfare, targeting the Congress government's failed schemes and economic distress. He also referenced internal power shifts and financial constraints, corroborated by an economic advisor's remarks on fund shortages.
Karnataka: Former CM Bommai launches family-promoted shirt brand Kut For You
On the occasion, Bommai also announced a new facility in Shiggaon, which, he said, would add about 500 jobs for local women. “This facility represents not just growth for us, but a chance to uplift even more lives,” Bharath Bommai said at an event marking the launch of the brand in Bengaluru.
Bommai recovering after heart surgery, PM Modi inquires about health
Former Karnataka Chief Minister Basavaraj Bommai, who recently underwent CABG surgery, expressed gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for calling him to inquire about his health. Bommai, in a post on social media, said that he will get well soon and return to serving the people. Doctors treating him have stated that his recovery has been excellent and he is expected to regain full functionality in a few weeks.
BJP will lock power firms if Karnataka govt fails to give 7 hours of supply to farmers: Ex-CM Basavaraj Bommai
Former Karnataka Chief Minister Basavaraj Bommai has warned that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) will lock the offices of the Electricity Supply Companies (ESCOM) and hold protests if the state government does not ensure a continuous seven-hour power supply in three phases to farmers. Bommai criticized the current Congress government for not releasing grants to the Energy Department, resulting in a lack of power supply to farmers.
Sanatan Dharma flows in our veins, won't be silent if Hindu sentiments are hurt: Basavaraj Bommai
Senior BJP leader Basavaraj Bommai has issued a warning to those attempting to stop the celebration of the Lord Ganesha festival in Karnataka, stating that they will not remain silent if Hindu sentiments are hurt. Bommai also emphasized the importance of Sanatan Dharma and criticized attempts to compare it to diseases like malaria.
'The blood of Sanatan Dharma is in our veins', warns ex-K'taka CM Basavaraj Bommai
Karnataka Chief Minister Basavaraj Bommai warned that the sentiments of Hindus will not be hurt if their Sanatan Dharma is compared to diseases like malaria. He also highlighted attempts to hinder Hindu Ganpati celebrations and emphasized the strength of Lord Ganesha's devotees. Bommai called for unity and awareness to defend Sanatan Dharma, which promotes the welfare of all humans.
Cauvery water sharing row: Karnataka CM chairs cabinet meet for 2nd straight day to discuss way forward
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah held a cabinet meeting to discuss the release of 5,000 cusecs of water to Tamil Nadu over the next 15 days, as directed by the Cauvery Water Regulation Committee. Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar, who handles the Irrigation portfolio, also attended the meeting. Shivakumar is scheduled to meet Union Jal Shakti Minister Gajendra Singh to discuss the Cauvery dispute. The states have been in a dispute over the sharing of Cauvery water for years.
Congress will win 15-20 seats in Lok Sabha polls: Siddaramaiah
The CM told the media at Haveri that the Congress performance at the forthcoming polls had nothing to do with the BJP and JDS fighting the election together or individually. The Congress had turned in a pathetic show in the 2019 LS polls, winning just one seat out of 28 seats. Deputy CM DK Shivakumar’s brother DK Suresh emerged as the lone winner from the Congress. The BJP, on the other hand, bagged 25 seats on its own, while one each was won by the JDS and an independent candidate.
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