Prajwal case: Congress questions motive behind JD(S) protests over SIT probe KPCC spokesperson questions JD(S) protests against SIT probe into sexual harassment charges, accuses BJP of misleading public. The Hindu · May 8, 2024
BJP and Congress candidates cast their respective votes, express confidence of victory Mysuru Lok Sabha candidates Yaduveer Wadiyar and M. Lakshmana express confidence in victory after casting votes. The Hindu · Apr 26, 2024
High-decibel campaigns end, candidates’ fate to be sealed in EVMs on poll day Public campaigning ends in Mysuru, Mandya, and Chamarajanagar Lok Sabha constituencies before elections, candidates make last-minute appeals to voters. The Hindu · Apr 24, 2024
Shushrutha Gowda joins BJP Dr. Sushrutha Gowda, a doctor from Mysuru, switches from Congress to BJP, supporting BJP candidate Yaduveer in elections. The Hindu · Apr 24, 2024
Lakshmana files nomination papers for Lok Sabha polls in presence of CM, Dy.CM Karnataka Pradesh Congress Committee (KPCC) spokesperson M. Lakshmana filed his nomination paper as the Congress candidate for Mysuru Lok Sabha constituency in the presence of Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar on Wednesday. The Hindu · Apr 3, 2024
Lok Sabha election: Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah links victory in Chamarajanagar and Mysuru to his political future Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has made it clear that the stakes were high for him in the coming Lok Sabha election in Chamarajanagar and Mysuru constituencies. The Hindu · Apr 1, 2024
BJP-JD(S) alliance will not cross single digits in Karnataka, claims KPCC spokesperson KPCC spokesperson predicts BJP-JD(S) alliance will not win more than single digits in Karnataka Lok Sabha elections. The Hindu · Feb 25, 2024
Cong. for larger share of GST devolution to Karnataka Congress demands greater share of GST devolution to Karnataka, highlighting injustice by the Centre to the State. The Hindu · Jan 13, 2024
Congress cries foul over refusal to accept hard copies for voter enrollment The Congress party in Mysuru has cried foul over the reported refusal by officials to accept hard copies of applications for voter enrollment. The Hindu · Jan 9, 2024
Govt. to seek cancellation of bail to Kalladka Prabhakar Bhat, Congress spokesperson Karnataka govt to move High Court for cancellation of interim bail given to RSS leader Kalladka Prabhakar Bhat for derogatory remarks against Muslim women. The Hindu · Jan 1, 2024
Congress hits out Pratap Simmha’s ‘baseless’ allegations against CM after brother’s arrest in tree felling case Congress party in Mysuru hits out at MP Pratap Simmha for baseless allegations against CM Siddaramaiah. The Hindu · Jan 1, 2024
Congress distances itself from demonstration against MP with morphed photo The Congress party has distanced itself from a demonstration organized by Karnataka State Backward Classes Awareness Forum with a morphed photo of Mysuru Lok Sabha MP Pratap Simha for issuing passes to intruders, who burst smoke canisters in the Parliament. The Hindu · Dec 17, 2023
Congress leaders call for probe against Pratap Simha and his suspension from Lok Sabha Congress party in Mysuru demands probe into security breach in Parliament, calls for suspension of BJP MP Pratap Simha & investigation by Supreme Court judge. The Hindu · Dec 14, 2023
Karnataka MPs failed to use fully utilise MPLAD funds, says Congress spokesperson Karnataka Pradesh Congress Committee (KPCC) spokesperson M. Lakshmana said the annual allocation for MPs from Karnataka under the MPLAD scheme was ₹144 crore. But, only ₹60 crore had been released so far this year, he claimed, and questioned when MPs from Karnataka will secure release of the remaining funds. The Hindu · Dec 11, 2023
The Hindu · Nov 29, 2023 Pratap Simmha changes the spelling of his name, sparks a debate Mysuru's BJP MP Pratap Simmha has changed the spelling of his name, sparking debate. He claims numerological considerations were taken into account and is confident of defeating the Congress candidate by two lakh votes. The Congress spokesperson, however, believes he will lose by the same margin.
The Hindu · Oct 28, 2023 KPCC spokesperson lodges police complaint over threat calls KPCC spokesperson M. Lakshmana has lodged a complaint with city police Commissioner Ramesh B. over alleged threat calls. Accompanied by party leaders, he urged Mr. Ramesh to register an FIR and provide security. He had responded to baseless allegations against CM & Dy CM by JD (S) leader H.D. Kumaraswamy.…
The Hindu · Oct 10, 2023 Permission denied for Mahisha Dasara and Chamundi Betta Chalo events Mysuru City Police denies permission for Mahisha Dasara & Chamundi Betta Chalo march on Oct 13 due to threat to peace & law & order. BJP MP Pratap Simha opposes Mahisha Dasara & calls for march to Chamundi Hills. KPCC spokesperson questions MP's opposition & accuses him of fomenting trouble.
The Hindu · Oct 2, 2023 Shivashankarappa has been misled on postings to Lingayat officials, says KPCC spokesperson Karnataka Pradesh Congress Committee (KPCC) spokesperson M. Lakshmana has claimed that veteran Congress leader and All India Veerashaiva Mahasabha chief Shamanur Shivashankarappa has been misled on the issue of postings to Lingayat officials in the party’s government in the State.
The Hindu · Sep 19, 2023 Enlarge scope of investigation into alleged fraud involving Chaitra Kundapura: Congress Congress urges CM, HM to order special probe headed by retired HC judge to enlarge scope of investigation into alleged fraud involving Hindutva activist. Probe to cover PSI recruitment scam, appointments of VCs and KPSC members made during BJP tenure. Delegation to meet CM, HM to request probe.
The Hindu · Sep 13, 2023 I’m a ticket aspirant for LS polls: KPCC spokesperson KPCC spokesperson M. Lakshmana said he was an aspirant for Congress ticket to contest Mysuru LS polls. He will support Yathindra Siddaramaiah if fielded. He hit out at incumbent BJP MP Pratap Simha, saying his days are numbered. He said Congress will not take a chance with Mysuru LS seat…
The Hindu · Sep 6, 2023 High drama outside Pratap Simha’s office after Congress workers gather for debate High drama prevailed outside Mysuru MP Pratap Simha’s office at Jaladarshini in the city on Wednesday as Congress workers led by Karnataka Pradesh Congress Committee (KPCC) spokesperson M. Lakshmana turned up for a debate on Chief Minister Siddaramaiah’s contribution to Mysuru.
The Hindu · Sep 3, 2023 KPCC spokesperson dares Pratap Simha and GTD for debate on Siddaramaiah’s contribution to Mysuru KPCC spokesperson challenges Mysuru MP, MLA to debate CM's contribution to city; questions their contribution to development.
The Hindu · Jul 12, 2023 BJP accused of politicising T. Narsipur murder and fomenting communal trouble The Congress has accused the BJP of making desperate efforts to politicise the recent murder in T. Narsipur near here by fomenting communal trouble.
The Hindu · Jun 20, 2023 Congress seeks meeting with Mysuru MP over plans of airport expansion Karnataka Pradesh Congress Committee (KPCC) spokesperson M. Lakshmana on Tuesday, June 20, sought a meeting with Pratap Simha, Mysuru MP, over the delay in expansion of Mysuru airport.
The Hindu · May 26, 2023 FIR against Ashwath Narayan transferred to Mandya Rural police station The FIR registered against former Minister C.N. Ashwath Narayan for allegedly making a provocative statement against Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has been transferred to Mandya Rural police station.