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KEA Bluetooth scam will not be entrusted to CBI: Priyank Kharge

The Police Department is thoroughly investigating the KEA Bluetooth scam in which some candidates used Bluetooth devices for writing examinations conducted by the Karnataka Examination Authority, and the State government is ready to conduct a high-level investigation if necessary, Rural Development and Panchayat Raj Minister Priyank Kharge has said.

The Hindu · Nov 1, 2023

Minister pays fine as his supporters put up banner without civic body permission

Priyank Kharge, Rural Development and Panchayat Raj Minister and Kalaburagi in-charge, paid ₹5,000 fine to Kalaburagi City Municipal Corporation for unauthorized banner. He appreciated the action and launched Gruha Lakshmi scheme at Bhimalli. Followers put up banners/hoardings with images of Kharge, his father, and other Congress leaders.

The Hindu · Aug 30, 2023

Death of contractor: Karnataka Minister and aides booked for abetment to suicide

Contractor’s brother has alleged that when approached for payment of bills, Rural Development and Panchayat Raj Minister K.S. Eshwarappa’s aides Basavaraj and Ramesh demanded commission of 40% from Santosh Patil

The Hindu · Apr 13, 2022