The Latest Breaking News from DK Shivakumar

Karnataka government’s plan to form local committees to maintain parks may keep poor away from public spaces

Poor fear being barred from open spaces in Bengaluru due to govt's plan to form local committees to maintain parks. BBMP Chief Commissioner issued order to keep gates open for all. Activist calls it "privatisation of parks" and delivery partners fear losing access to rest and eat.

The Hindu · Oct 15, 2023

I-T raid: Contractor’s son claims money came from land sale; BJP demands CBI probe

Son of contractor whose properties raided by I-T Dept. claims money is his own from land sale deal. BJP demands CBI probe into case, alleging proceeds of corruption. I-T Dept. tight-lipped, son to explain source of money on Oct. 17.

The Hindu · Oct 14, 2023

I-T raids: D.K. Shivakumar calls it political vendetta; BJP says money was ‘commission’ meant to fund Telangana polls

Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar on Friday claimed that the Income Tax searches in Bengaluru on the residences of contractors, who had alleged 40% commission in contracts during the previous BJP rule, were “politically motivated”. This drew a sharp reaction from the Opposition that claimed the money seized was “commission”…

The Hindu · Oct 13, 2023

Former BJP MLA Ramanna Lamani of Shirahatti joins Congress in Karnataka

The former MLA of Shirahatti joined the Congress in the presence of KPCC president and Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar, Minister H.K. Patil, and KPCC working president Saleem Ahmed.

The Hindu · Oct 12, 2023

Govt. protecting farmers’ interests, says DKS; Opposition begs to differ

CWRC orders 3K cusecs for 15 days; BJP, JD(S) blame govt for “failure”; Shivakumar says farmers’ interest will be protected; Bommai, Kumaraswamy call order “big shock”; Shivakumar says Mekedatu is priority.

The Hindu · Oct 11, 2023

Dasara invitation extended to CM, Governor, and Hamsalekha

Mysuru district admin. extends formal invitation to CM Siddaramaiah, Governor Gehlot & music director Hamsalekha for Dasara festival (Oct 15-24). Delegation incl. Mayor Shivakumar & DC Rajendra invited dignitaries in Bengaluru & Raj Bhavan. Invite also extended to Deputy CM Shivakumar.

The Hindu · Oct 11, 2023

Munirathna goes into high drama mode to seek funds for his constituency

BJP MLA Munirathna protested at Vidhana Soudha, seeking funds for his constituency from the Congress govt. He alleged funds allocated to his constituency were diverted. He then met Deputy CM Shivakumar at an event, touched his feet & handed over a petition. He also visited Shivakumar's residence for a one-on-one…

The Hindu · Oct 11, 2023

Will protect Karnataka farmers’ interests despite Cauvery panel’s directions, says DKS

Karnataka Deputy CM Shivakumar assures farmers' interests will be protected despite CWRC's water release directions. Inflows to reservoirs are 8-10K cusecs/day, and rainfall will make up for any shortfall. State govt. is taking steps to provide alternative land for Mekedatu project. Power shortage due to drought, govt. taking steps to…

The Hindu · Oct 11, 2023

All waste processing plants and landfills will be shifted out of Bengaluru city: D.K. Shivakumar

Residents living around waste processing plants who have been demanding their closure for years now may heave a sigh of relief. Deputy Chief Minister and Bengaluru Development Minister D.K. Shivakumar on Tuesday announced that the State government will relocate all waste processing plants and landfills to outside Bengaluru city soon.

The Hindu · Oct 10, 2023

Traffic, garbage and property tax key priorities of Brand Bengaluru, says D.K. Shivakumar

Easing traffic congestion, boosting property tax collection base and improving Solid Waste Management (SWM) in the city are the key priorities of the State government and Brand Bengaluru, Deputy Chief Minister and Bengaluru Development Minister D.K. Shivakumar said on Monday.

The Hindu · Oct 9, 2023