Karnataka Election

A video shared by the BJP shows Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar allegedly threatening apartment residents with denial of services unless they vote for Congress candidate DK Suresh. In the video, Shivakumar asserts his influence over local governance, emphasizing a quid pro quo for electoral support, sparking widespread criticism for unethical conduct and power misuse.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah launched scathing remarks against Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar and the state Congress during a campaign rally in Bengaluru. Shah emphasized the need for a corruption-free environment, contrasting BJP's governance with the alleged malpractices of the opposition. His speech aimed to sway voter sentiments ahead of the upcoming Lok Sabha elections.

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah criticized the BJP's campaign tactics, expressing confidence in the Congress party's prospects. He accused the BJP of misleading the public and highlighted issues such as rising fuel prices and unemployment. Siddaramaiah urged voters to prioritize the interests of the common people and support the Congress party in the upcoming elections.

The Rajya Sabha operates on a six-year term, with elections occurring every two years for 33% of the seats. Presently, the Rajya Sabha has a total of 245 members, and the retirement of 50 members is scheduled for April 2, while another six will retire on April 3.

Rahul Gandhi was granted bail in a defamation case filed by Amit Shah during the 2018 Karnataka elections. The case relates to remarks on BJP's appointments. Court directs Gandhi to provide bonds and grants bail. Earlier, Gandhi was sentenced to jail in Gujarat, sentence suspended.

With an eye on the upcoming national elections next year, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi is gearing up to commence the 'Bharat Nyay Yatra'. Starting from January 14, the 6,200-kilometer journey will traverse from Manipur to Mumbai, connecting the northeastern and western regions of the country.

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An analysis of the recent assembly polls in India reveals the BJP's successful strategy centered on Narendra Modi's appeal, welfare policies, and organizational prowess, consolidating its dominance in the Hindi heartland while facing challenges in the southern states.

According to the results, BJP has secured victory in the Hindi belt states and made a comeback in two states previously ruled by Congress. BJP candidates, supporters, and ministers have commenced the celebrations. Later in the evening, Prime Minister Modi is scheduled to address the winners and all the supporters at the festivities.

Former CM Yediyurappa predicts BJP's triumphant win with over 135 seats in Karnataka elections at a district BJP felicitation event. He expresses surprise at B.Y. Vijayendra's state president appointment but affirms support, urging workers for a clean sweep of all 28 Lok Sabha seats under Vijayendra's leadership, showcasing BJP's determination for electoral success.

There is a lot that happens behind the scenes in the corridors of power. Opinions, conspiracies, power games and internal wrangling galore in the political space. Asianet News Network's massive ground presence taps into the pulse of politics and bureaucracy across the country.

In the recently-held Karnataka elections, the Congress bagged 136 seats off 224 while the BJP and former prime minister HD Deve Gowda-led Janata Dal (Secular) secured 66 and 19, respectively.

Earlier this month, Telangana Chief Minister K Chandrasekhar Rao on Wednesday expressed confidence that the BRS would return to power in the state Assembly elections.

There is a lot that happens behind the scenes in the corridors of power. Opinions, conspiracies, power games and internal wrangling galore in the political space. Asianet News Network's massive ground presence taps into the pulse of politics and bureaucracy across the country.

In a show of opposition unity, Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, Nationalist Congress Party President Sharad Pawar, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister  M K Stalin and National Conference president Farooq Abdullah attended the swearing-in ceremony of Siddaramaiah as the Karnataka Chief Minister on Saturday.