Bengaluru, May 12 (IANS) In a significant development for Karnataka, Union Minister for Heavy Industries H.D. Kumaraswamy on Tuesday announced the approval of proposals involving the installation of 1,243 EV chargers in the State with a financial outlay of Rs 123.26 crore under the PM E-DRIVE scheme. Addressing a conference on Enabling Nationwide EV Charging Infrastructure under the PM E-DRIVE Scheme, Kumaraswamy said that Bengaluru has emerged as one of India’s leading EV charging hubs and ur…
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Bengaluru, May 12 (IANS) Union Minister for Heavy Industries and Steel H.D. Kumaraswamy on Tuesday alleged that there was internal conflict between Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy Chief Minister and State Congress President D.K. Shivakumar over the conduct of the Greater Bengaluru Authority (GBA) elections. He made the statement while speaking to the media in Bengaluru.Commenting on reports that the state government was attempting to postpone the GBA elections, Kumaraswamy claim…
Bengaluru, May 7 (IANS) Union Minister for Heavy Industries and Steel, H.D. Kumaraswamy, said on Thursday that Operation Sindoor remains a defining reminder that India will never bow before terror, intimidation, or forces that seek to harm the spirit of the nation. Marking one year of Operation Sindoor, Kumaraswamy added that the operation was not merely a military exercise but a symbol of the country’s unity, courage, and determination in the face of challenges.He said it reflected the resolve …
Bengaluru/New Delhi, May 4 (IANS) Union Minister for Heavy Industries and Steel H.D. Kumaraswamy on Monday hailed the National Democratic Alliance’s (NDA) performance in the state election results, describing it as a strong endorsement of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership and his vision for a “Viksit Bharat”.In a statement issued as the results pour in, Kumaraswamy said the mandate reflects the continued trust of the people in the government’s policies and governance model. He …
Bengaluru, April 29 (IANS) Seven people, including three children, were killed after a compound wall of government-run Bowring Hospital collapsed following heavy rain in Shivajinagar on Wednesday, prompting Chief Minister Siddaramaiah to visit the spot and pull up officials over alleged negligence. Announcing compensation, the Chief Minister said that Rs 5 lakh would be provided to the families of the deceased. He also instructed officials to ensure free treatment for the injured.The Chief Minis…
Bengaluru, April 28 (IANS) Responding to remarks made by Union Minister H.D. Kumaraswamy about Karnataka Minister for Planning and Statistics D. Sudhakar, who is currently in a coma and undergoing treatment at a hospital in Bengaluru, the minister’s family has criticised Kumaraswamy for making political statements at this stage and said that Sudhakar will recover soon. Minister D. Sudhakar, a close associate of Deputy Chief Minister and State Congress President D.K. Shivakumar, is on a vent…
Mysuru (Karnataka), April 24 (IANS) Union Minister for Heavy Industries and Steel, H.D. Kumaraswamy, claimed that the guarantee schemes of the Congress have severely weakened the state’s economy, pushing Karnataka and other states towards financial distress.He was speaking after participating in temple-related programmes. Kumaraswamy said that while providing Rs 2,000 to women may appear beneficial, people must examine how the government is funding it.Referring to Sri Lanka’s economic crisis…
Bengaluru, April 24 (IANS) The 97th birth anniversary of legendary Kannada cinema icon Dr Rajkumar is being observed on Friday across Karnataka with reverence and enthusiasm, with major events planned at Kanteerava Studio in Bengaluru, where he is laid to rest.Family members are scheduled to offer special prayers at Dr Rajkumar’s memorial at the studio. The state government will also pay its respects, with an official programme being organised by the Department of Information and Public Relati…
Hassan, April 23 (IANS) Union Minister for Heavy Industries and Steel H.D. Kumaraswamy on Thursday expressed concern that guarantee schemes offering Rs 2,000 cannot drive development and have instead pushed state finances into distress. He urged women not to be swayed by such small monetary benefits, stating that they cannot ensure family welfare.Speaking at the renovation programme of the Sri Veeranjaneya Swamy Temple in Uddanahosahalli village of Holenarasipura taluk in Hassan district, the mi…
Hassan (Karnataka), April 23 (IANS) Union Minister for Heavy Industries and Steel H.D. Kumaraswamy appealed to the people of the state to give him an opportunity, stating that he would establish “Ram Rajya” in Karnataka.Speaking at a renovation programme of the Sri Anjaneya Swamy Temple in Doddabeekanahalli village of Holenarasipura taluk in Hassan district, Kumaraswamy said: “You are all building temples of Lord Anjaneya and praying for the establishment of Ram Rajya. That is my prayer too. G…