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Discriminatory Attitude of the Centre Towards a Non-BJP Government: Modi Government’s Betrayal of Karnataka!

Editor: Prathiban D C 30

Bengaluru: “The sole reason the central government led by Narendra Modi is pursuing a policy of betrayal against Karnataka is that a non-BJP government is in power in the state,” Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has strongly alleged.

“In the last two and a half years, the central government has not only cheated Karnataka by denying its rightful share of taxes, but has also neglected Kannadigas by refusing funds and approvals for all kinds of development projects, including irrigation, railways, and highways,” he said.

“Siddaramaiah criticised that the threat issued by BJP national president J.P.Nadda during the Assembly elections – that those who do not vote for the BJP will be denied Prime Minister Modi’s blessings – appears to have now been put into practice by the central government.”

“Leaders from Karnataka who won as BJP MPs and became ministers at the Centre have neither the courage to speak against this discriminatory attitude in front of the Prime Minister nor any concern for the people who voted for them. While they spread hate in a loud voice on public platforms, their hands and legs tremble the moment they face Modi,” he remarked sarcastically.

“Even as injustice is being meted out to Kannadigas, the conduct of the JD(S) and its leader H.D.Kumaraswamy – who are behaving like subordinates of the central government purely for self-interest instead of raising their voice against it – is disgusting. Must one bow down so much just for a ministerial post? This is not my question alone; it is the question of every aggrieved Kannadiga,” Chief Minister Siddaramaiah clarified.

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No One Is Above the Law: DGP Probe, Border Dispute & Opposition Politics – CM Siddaramaiah

Editor: Prathiban D C 41

Belagavi: Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Sunday made it clear that disciplinary action will be taken against DGP Ramachandra Rao following allegations of inappropriate behavior with women, stating that no one is above the law, irrespective of their position.

Speaking to the media in Belagavi, the Chief Minister said an investigation will be conducted into the matter and appropriate action will follow based on the findings. “Just because someone is a high-ranking officer does not place them beyond the purview of the law,” he asserted.

Responding to accusations from the opposition, Siddaramaiah targeted Janardhana Reddy, saying he was responsible for looting the state’s wealth and had gone to jail. “His case is still pending before the Supreme Court. He has no moral authority to make allegations,” the Chief Minister said.

He accused opposition parties of indulging in false propaganda and misleading the public. With the legislative assembly session set to begin on January 22, Siddaramaiah urged the opposition to raise their concerns on the floor of the House instead of making baseless allegations outside. “If they have issues, they should debate them directly during the session,” he said.

On the Karnataka–Maharashtra border dispute, the Chief Minister said the state’s legal team is fully prepared to contest the petition filed by the Maharashtra government. He questioned whether Maharashtra has the jurisdiction to approach the court on the issue and said this fundamental question must be resolved first.

Siddaramaiah reiterated the state government’s commitment to protecting Karnataka’s interests through legal and constitutional means.

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Repeal of MGNREGA an Assault on Workers’ Rights and Federalism: CM Siddaramaiah

Editor: Prathiban D C 42

Bengaluru: Chief Minister Siddaramaiah strongly criticised the BJP-led Union Government for repealing the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA), calling it a direct attack on workers’ rights and a grave insult to India’s federal structure.

“If Mahatma Gandhi was assassinated once by Godse, today the BJP is repeatedly erasing him by removing his name altogether. The BJP government functions under the ideological guidance of the RSS, which draws inspiration from the Manusmriti,” Siddaramaiah said.

He alleged that the Union Government under Prime Minister Narendra Modi repealed MGNREGA and introduced the VB-G RAM G Act unilaterally, without consulting state governments or seeking the opinion of the people. “This decision reflects an authoritarian mindset and a complete disregard for democratic and federal principles,” he said.

Recalling the UPA era under Dr Manmohan Singh, the Chief Minister said rights-based legislations such as the Right to Work, Right to Information and Right to Education empowered citizens across the country. “MGNREGA was a landmark law that ensured dignity and livelihood security for rural India,” he noted.

Siddaramaiah expressed serious concern over the hurried passage of the new law. “The Bill was introduced in Parliament on December 17 and pushed through the very next day. Today, India has 12.16 crore MGNREGA workers, including 6.21 crore women. About 17% belong to Scheduled Castes and 11% to Scheduled Tribes. In Karnataka alone, there are 71.18 lakh workers, of whom 36.75 lakh (51.6%) are women. The livelihoods of all these workers are now under threat,” he Expressed concern.

Accusing the Modi Government of prioritising corporate interests over workers and farmers, Siddaramaiah said that MGNREGA had allowed rural families to work in their own villages alongside agricultural activities, create durable community assets and strengthen village economies. “Most importantly, people had a legal right to demand work. That right has now been taken away,” he said.

He further alleged that over the past 11 years, the Union Government’s primary achievement has been renaming, diluting or dismantling people-centric welfare schemes. “Nearly 30 welfare programmes have been altered or withdrawn, hollowing out their original intent,” he said.

Under MGNREGA, a minimum of 100 days of work per year was guaranteed, with employment provided locally. “Under the new law, as per Section 5(1), work will be available only in areas notified by the Union Government. There is no assurance to Gram Panchayats or workers. Employment will be denied for 60 days during peak agricultural seasons, and wage indexation to inflation has been removed,” he pointed out.

The Chief Minister also criticised the shift in financial responsibility. “Earlier, the Union Government bore the entire wage cost. The new law pushes 40% of the financial burden onto states, violating Articles 258 and 280 of the Constitution. Powers granted to Gram Panchayats under the 73rd Constitutional Amendment have also been taken away, severely undermining federalism and local self-governance,” he said.

Siddaramaiah said he had written to the Prime Minister on December 30, urging that the unconstitutional law should not be implemented. “We demand the complete repeal of the VB-G RAM G Act, restoration of MGNREGA, reinstatement of employment rights for women, Dalits and Adivasis, and the return of powers to Panchayats,” he said.

Warning of serious social consequences, he said the new law would increase unemployment, reduce women’s participation in the workforce, intensify distress among Dalit and Adivasi families, and weaken rural livelihoods. “Panchayats will be reduced to mere implementing agencies, while contractors and corporate interests will gain strength,” he added.

The Chief Minister recalled that the BJP had opposed MGNREGA from the outset and had mocked people-centric legislations such as the Food Security Act. “Weakening welfare laws that empower the poor has always been part of the BJP’s long-term agenda,” he said.

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Karnataka Hate Speech and Hate Crimes Prevention Bill Welcomed, but Concerns Remain: Khasim Saab

Editor: Prathiban D C 398

The proposed Karnataka Hate Speech and Hate Crimes (Prevention) Bill, which classifies hate speech as a punishable offence, marks a historic step towards social justice, said Khasim Saab, while underlining both its significance and the concerns surrounding its implementation.

India is a nation guided by one of the world’s strongest parliamentary democratic Constitutions. The vision of an egalitarian society is deeply embedded in its Preamble and Directive Principles, which find real meaning only when governments translate them into effective laws and policies.

Religious minorities in India-particularly Muslim communities-have, over the years, been subjected to social discrimination, exclusion, violence, deaths, atrocities, marginalisation, and denial of rights and opportunities across the country, especially in Karnataka. The politics of hate speech has further deprived them of their civil rights.

Hate speeches rooted in religion have continuously fuelled violence and discrimination, exploiting differences related to faith, language, region, marriage, food habits, prayer practices, culture, religious customs, attire, and political dissent. These divisive narratives have been actively nurtured, yielding damaging consequences for social harmony.

At a time when religious hatred is increasingly being converted into a vote bank and mono-religious cultural politics occupies the seat of power, the Congress government’s move to introduce the Karnataka Hate Speech and Hate Crimes (Prevention) Bill-2025 is both significant and commendable. By recognising hate speech as a criminal offence, the Bill takes a landmark step towards social justice and sets an example for the rest of the country. Its approval by the Cabinet on December 4 and subsequent introduction in the Belagavi session of the Legislature reflects the government’s intent. However, whether its true spirit will be realised by overcoming implementation hurdles remains to be seen.

A key question, Khasim Saab noted, is whether the government and concerned departments possess the commitment and courage to enforce this law fearlessly-irrespective of religion, community, party, or group-against anyone indulging in hate speech or provocative statements. Particularly, the government must demonstrate resolve by taking strict action under the new law against individuals already facing multiple hate speech cases. Only then can the Bill’s genuine public interest be established.

The law must not be applied selectively against the weak while allowing powerful individuals to escape accountability. For the legislation to be truly effective, strict action must be taken regardless of political position. There is also a need for a clear framework for victim rehabilitation and compensation.

At the same time, some provisions of the Bill may carry the risk of unconstitutional misuse. The inability to clearly distinguish between legitimate criticism of religion or communities and outright hate speech could open the door to misuse by vested interests.

The Bill has been opposed by the BJP, Hindutva groups, and even the JD(S). Notably, Karave leader Narayan Gowda has also taken a stand against it. The government must address their stated concerns. Resistance from Sangh Parivar-affiliated groups is unsurprising, as hate speech has long been central to the BJP’s politics of power, often fuelling communal tensions to gain political advantage. Legally curbing this would effectively strike at the roots of divisive politics.

Despite several cases already registered against habitual hate speech offenders in the state, these socially destructive elements have often received protection and patronage under the guise of Hindutva (not Hinduism) from those in power, cutting across party lines. The weak enforcement of existing laws has enabled this trend, making the introduction of a dedicated law both necessary and justified.

The new Bill seeks to address loopholes in existing laws and strengthen provisions against hate speech or incitement to hate crimes based on religion, community, language, place of birth, caste, gender, or residence-covering all communities in Karnataka, not just Muslims. First-time offenders face imprisonment ranging from one to seven years along with a fine of ₹50,000, while repeat offences can attract up to ten years in prison. The law applies uniformly to all—Hindus, Muslims, Christians, Jains, Buddhists, Parsis, Lingayats, and others.

Under the proposed legislation, hate speech cases will be tried in JMFC courts, with investigations led by the Superintendent of Police. The law covers hate speech disseminated through public statements, writings, audio-visual content, and electronic media that incite hostility, violence, or discord between individuals or groups based on religion, caste, race, language, gender, birthplace, or place of residence.

Those seeking to divide society in the name of religion and fracture Karnataka’s pluralistic harmony find this law difficult to accept. If such resistance is evident even in Karnataka, one can only imagine the reaction if similar laws were introduced in states like Gujarat, Uttar Pradesh, Delhi, or Bihar.

By removing the inadequacies of earlier IPC provisions and imposing stringent penalties for hate speech and incitement, this law has the potential to curb political projects that thrive on creating divisions between communities, castes, classes, professions, and languages.

May secularism, social welfare, and communal harmony take deep root in this land. Khasim Saab expressed hope that the Congress party and the state government will demonstrate greater maturity and resolve in ensuring the comprehensive and fair implementation of this law.

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End of the Shamanur Era; Eshwar Khandre Takes Charge as National President of Veerashaiva Lingayat Mahasabha

Editor: Prathiban D C 107

Bengaluru: Veteran legislator and long-serving President of the All India Veerashaiva Lingayat Mahasabha, Shamanur Shivashankarappa, passed away on Sunday due to age-related illness. He was 95. His demise marks the end of a significant era for the Veerashaiva–Lingayat community and brings to a close a defining chapter in one of Karnataka’s most influential socio-political organisations.

Following his death, the Mahasabha has undergone a swift leadership transition. Senior Congress leader and Forest Minister Eshwar Khandre has assumed charge as the new National President of the All India Veerashaiva Lingayat Mahasabha, succeeding Shamanur Shivashankarappa, who was among the longest-serving and most powerful leaders of the organisation.

Khandre has previously served as the Mahasabha’s General Secretary and Senior Vice President, playing a key role in shaping its ideological framework. He has been a prominent voice in strengthening community unity and has actively led the long-standing movement seeking separate religious recognition for Veerashaivism.

His late father, former minister Bheemanna Khandre, had also served as President of the Mahasabha. Retired Director General of Police Shankar Bidari will continue as the State President. Under Shamanur Shivashankarappa’s decades-long leadership, the Mahasabha emerged as a decisive force in Karnataka politics, influencing electoral strategies, policy debates, and non-partisan social discourse.

The organisation has a strong grassroots presence across taluk-level units in Karnataka and has expanded its footprint to Maharashtra, Goa, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Tamil Nadu, and Kerala. Over the years, the Veerashaiva Lingayat Mahasabha has evolved into a formidable social organisation across southern India.

A legislator from Bhalki and a key member of the Siddaramaiah Cabinet, Khandre expressed gratitude for the trust placed in him and pledged to strengthen the Mahasabha’s role in education, social welfare, and religious affairs. His appointment has been widely welcomed by community leaders, who believe he possesses the ability to manage internal differences and provide cohesive leadership.

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Pityful a rethoric question ran over her cheek When she reached the first hills of the Italic Mountains, she had a last view back on the skyline of her hometown Bookmarksgrove, the headline of Alphabet Village and the subline of her own road, the Line Lane.

Throw myself down teems with vapour around me, and the meridian sun strikes the upper surface of the impenetrable foliage of my trees, and but a few stray gleams steal into the inner sanctuary grow familiar with the countless indescribable forms of the insects and flies, then I feel the presence of the Almighty, who formed us in his own image, and the breath

A wonderful serenity has taken possession of my entire soul, like these sweet mornings of spring which I enjoy with my whole heart. I am alone and feel the charm of existence.

Lo-fi cred gastropub, brunch aliquip stumptown culpa. Banh mi eiusmod tattooed, freegan Schlitz master cleanse pug. Eu 8-bit id PBR Pinterest taxidermy, swag church-key Echo Park commodo yr. Adipisicing leggings enim laboris wayfarers, cliche Carles placeat typewriter mixtape cold-pressed. Etsy Pitchfork Austin, selvage beard reprehenderit ea ugh.

Emotional discomfort, when accepted, rises, crests and falls in a series of waves.

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Karnataka

The bedroom keys to Bond villain chic: The best houses of 2017

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Pityful a rethoric question ran over her cheek When she reached the first hills of the Italic Mountains, she had a last view back on the skyline of her hometown Bookmarksgrove, the headline of Alphabet Village and the subline of her own road, the Line Lane.

Throw myself down teems with vapour around me, and the meridian sun strikes the upper surface of the impenetrable foliage of my trees, and but a few stray gleams steal into the inner sanctuary grow familiar with the countless indescribable forms of the insects and flies, then I feel the presence of the Almighty, who formed us in his own image, and the breath

A wonderful serenity has taken possession of my entire soul, like these sweet mornings of spring which I enjoy with my whole heart. I am alone and feel the charm of existence.

Lo-fi cred gastropub, brunch aliquip stumptown culpa. Banh mi eiusmod tattooed, freegan Schlitz master cleanse pug. Eu 8-bit id PBR Pinterest taxidermy, swag church-key Echo Park commodo yr. Adipisicing leggings enim laboris wayfarers, cliche Carles placeat typewriter mixtape cold-pressed. Etsy Pitchfork Austin, selvage beard reprehenderit ea ugh.

Emotional discomfort, when accepted, rises, crests and falls in a series of waves.

Pitchfork kitsch plaid forage aliquip, sustainable taxidermy deserunt health goth stumptown cred VHS butcher. Mixtape fap Intelligentsia small batch placeat labore, bitters swag chia Echo Park. Four loko aliquip id, delectus beard Bushwick bespoke Blue Bottle eu keytar veniam ethical High Life pour-over.

When, while the lovely valley teems with vapour around me, and the meridian sun strikes.

Art party photo booth deserunt exercitation plaid squid. Minim Austin 3 wolf moon scenester aesthetic, umami odio pariatur bitters. Pop-up occaecat taxidermy street art, tattooed beard literally duis photo booth Thundercats shabby chic. Velit non seitan, tilde art party minim Thundercats viral. Farm-to-table selfies labore, leggings cupidatat sunt taxidermy umami fanny pack typewriter hoodie art party voluptate cardigan banjo. Listicle meditation paleo, drinking vinegar sint direct trade vegan 3 wolf moon.

Farm-to-table selfies labore leggings:

  • Plaid fashion axe semiotics skateboard
  • Mixtape fap Intelligentsia small batch placeat labore
  • Gleams steal into the inner sanctuary grow
  • Like these sweet mornings of spring which

High Life tempor retro Truffaut. Tofu mixtape twee, assumenda quinoa flexitarian aesthetic artisan vinyl pug. Chambray et Carles Thundercats cardigan actually, magna bicycle rights. Plaid fashion axe semiotics skateboard, try-hard food truck aesthetic biodiesel exercitation. Accusamus VHS Wes Anderson Banksy food truck vero.

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