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HD Kumaraswamy Signals Ambitions for NDA’s Chief Ministerial Role in 2028 Karnataka Polls
JD(S) leader H.D. Kumaraswamy appears to be positioning himself for a prominent role in the NDA’s 2028 Karnataka election campaign. Seat-sharing and leadership negotiations with the BJP remain key challenges.
Rajasthan Police File FIR Against Inventiva Publisher Over Alleged Extortion
Rajasthan Police have reportedly registered an FIR against the publisher of Inventiva over allegations of extortion involving the founders of Terra Invest. The claims remain subject to investigation.
Goa Police Register FIR Against Around 300 CJP Protesters Over Alleged Religious-Sentiment Offence
Police in Goa have reportedly registered an FIR against around 300 CJP protesters over allegations of hurting Hindu religious sentiments. The case concerns the conduct of a protest and the legal boundaries surrounding public demonstrations.
Abhijeet Dipke Criticises Government Priorities After Tiger Shroff Firing Incident
CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke has criticised the government following the firing incident involving Tiger Shroff, arguing that its priorities are misplaced.
AAP Targets Charanjit Singh Channi Over Illegal Mining Allegations in Punjab
The Aam Aadmi Party has criticised former Punjab Chief Minister Charanjit Singh Channi over allegations related to illegal mining, intensifying the political exchange over accountability and the response to the claims.
Tirupati Mayoral Polls Face Tensions Amid YSRCP Nomination Dispute
A dispute involving YSRCP and Vasu Yadav reportedly led to tensions surrounding the Tirupati mayoral election, drawing attention to nomination procedures and political clashes during local elections.
Supreme Court Allows Private Complaints Over Allegedly False Election Affidavits
The Supreme Court has reportedly allowed private complaints against elected candidates over allegedly false information in election affidavits, bringing electoral disclosures and accountability into focus.
wo Killed in Suspected Militant Attack in Manipur as Residents Protest
Two people were reportedly killed in a suspected militant attack in Manipur. Residents brought the bodies to the area outside the Chief Minister’s residence to express anger and demand action.
Kumar Bangarappa Calls Sting Operations a “Tragedy,” Urges Action on Drought Crisis in Karnataka
Former Karnataka minister Kumar Bangarappa criticized sting operations in politics, calling for strict punishment for those found guilty and justice for victims. Speaking in Davanagere, he urged the state government to prioritize the severe drought, submit a comprehensive report to the Centre to secure relief funds, expedite river-interlinking projects and desilt rural lakes. He also expressed concern over falling areca nut and coconut prices, welcomed unity within the BJP, and dismissed speculation about switching parties.
Pralhad Joshi Holds Midnight Talks with Sugarcane Farmers in Hubballi; Protest Decision Awaited
Union Minister Pralhad Joshi held late-night discussions with sugarcane farmers’ leaders in Hubballi over demands for a higher minimum support price, full procurement of ethanol produced in Karnataka, and revised sugar pricing. The minister assured farmers that their concerns would be presented to a central committee for consideration. Farmer leaders said the next course of action in the ongoing protest would be decided after a meeting with farmers at Tegur in Dharwad at 11 AM on Monday.
Union Minister H D Kumaraswamy Seeks Arrest of Sting Operation Masterminds, Demands SIT Probe
Union Minister and JD(S) state president H D Kumaraswamy led a foot march and protest in Bengaluru on Saturday, October 17, 2026, demanding the arrest of Power TV owner Rakesh Shetty and others over an alleged sting operation targeting former Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, and a Special Investigation Team probe. He submitted a complaint to the DG&IGP and warned of statewide protests if police fail to act. The allegations have not been proven.
Priyank Kharge Dares H D Kumaraswamy to Prove Claim About Kharge’s Meeting With PM Modi
Karnataka Home Minister Priyank Kharge, speaking in Kalaburagi on Saturday, challenged Union Minister H D Kumaraswamy to prove his claim that AICC president Mallikarjun Kharge visited Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s residence over a case involving the Siddhartha Trust. Kharge said Deve Gowda had visited Modi’s residence to secure a ministerial post for Kumaraswamy. The claims are political allegations and have not been verified.
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