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Mercury dips to 1.8°C in parts of Delhi as cold keeps grip

Delhi continued to shiver on Friday as the Capital recorded a minimum temperature of 4 degrees Celsius (C) -- three degrees below the normal for this time of the year -- leading to the city reporting its highest ever peak power demand for winter, clocking 5,526MW at 10.58 am, according to data from the State Load Dispatch Centre.

Since March 16 till date, seizures worth <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>55.76 crore have been made by the Election Commission in Karnataka. (ANI/For representation only)

Seizures in Karnataka cross 50 Cr mark since model code came into effect

Seizures in Karnataka under the model code of conduct have surpassed 50 crore. Election Commission reports 55.76 crore seized since March 16, ahead of Lok Sabha polls in two phases. Cash, liquor, drugs, weapons, and precious metals among items confiscated. Over 847 FIRs filed, arms surrendered, and cases booked. Excise Department also involved in seizing vehicles and illegal activities.

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Fare of shared cabs on Pune, Nashik and Shirdi routes from Mumbai hiked

Fares of shared taxi services from Mumbai to Nashik, Shirdi, and Pune have been hiked by Rs 50 to Rs 200. The Mumbai Metropolitan Region Transport Authority approved the fare revision for non-AC and AC taxis. Passengers boarding from Mumbai will pay more for AC taxi travel to Nashik and Shirdi, and both AC and non-AC taxi travel to Pune. The fare hike is expected to come into effect next month.

Karnataka DCM DK Shivakumar (PTI)

Cong will decide about making me CM in future, says Karnataka DCM DK Shivakumar

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar stated that the Congress will decide on making him Chief Minister in the future, sparking discussions about a leadership change. Reports of a "rotational Chief Minister formula" were mentioned, but not officially confirmed. Shivakumar responded to speculations, saying it will be decided by the party. He emphasized working under Siddaramaiah's leadership and the state's progress.

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah with his deputy DK Shivakumar. (ANI)

Five Cong legislators threaten to quit in Karnataka over ticket allocation issue

Five Congress legislators threatened to resign if K H Muniyappa's son-in-law was given a ticket to contest from Kolar in the upcoming Lok Sabha elections. The party is yet to announce its candidate, with opposing views on the representation of Scheduled Castes. After discussions with party leaders, the legislators have decided to wait and abide by the party's decision.

Karnataka health minister Dinesh Gundu Rao. (HT)

Karnataka health minister accuses Centre of interrupting supply of anti-TB drugs

Karnataka Health Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao criticized the Central government for interrupting the supply of anti-TB drugs in the state, affecting over 80,000 patients annually. He urged immediate action to rectify the situation, calling the lack of critical medications unacceptable. Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar also accused the Centre of neglecting Karnataka's development projects amid drought conditions.

Janata Dal (Secular) leader HD Kumaraswamy. (ANI)

'JDS-BJP alliance aims to solve Karnataka's water crisis': Former CM HD Kumaraswamy

Former Karnataka CM HD Kumaraswamy announced his candidature from Mandya Lok Sabha constituency with the NDA, aiming to address the state's water crisis. He criticized the Congress for not solving irrigation problems during their rule. Kumaraswamy expressed confidence in NDA's victory in the upcoming elections and dismissed DMK's opposition to the Mekedatu Dam project as a gimmick.

Karnataka DCM DK Shivakumar (PTI)

‘BJP in very bad shape in Karnataka, Cong will win nearly 20 out of 28 LS seats in state’: DK Shivakumar

Karnataka Deputy CM DK Shivakumar is confident that Congress will win at least 20 out of 28 Lok Sabha seats in the state. He believes the JDS-BJP alliance is not effective. Despite BJP's strong performance in 2019, Shivakumar claims the party is in bad shape in Karnataka. He emphasizes collective leadership and local issues for Congress' success. Voting in Karnataka will be on April 26 and May 7.

BJP's Pralhad Joshi and Basavaraj Bommai with Janata Dal (Secular) Karnataka President HD Kumaraswamy.

BJP, JD(S) leaders' joint coordination meeting for LS polls on March 29

A coordination meeting between BJP and JD(S) leaders on March 29 in Bengaluru aims to ensure understanding among party workers ahead of the Lok Sabha polls. JD(S) will contest in three seats as part of their alliance with BJP in Karnataka. The meeting is crucial for effective campaigning and avoiding past mistakes in alliances.

DK Shivakumar.

DK Shivakumar accuses Centre of ‘stepmotherly treatment’ to Karnataka over development funds

Karnataka Congress Chief DK Shivakumar accuses Centre of not providing enough funds for development projects during drought, claiming stepmotherly treatment. He says Karnataka is not getting its due share compared to other states. Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman denies allegations of fiscal bias, stating all funds due to Karnataka were released on time. Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah files petition in Supreme Court seeking immediate release of National Disaster Response Fund. Former CM Basavaraj Bommai asks Congress government to disclose details of NDRF funds received during UPA and NDA regimes.

Former prime minister and JD(S) supremo HD Deve Gowda.

EC asks Karnataka poll officer to take immediate action on complaint by Deve Gowda on freebies

The Election Commission has directed Karnataka's chief electoral officer to act on a complaint by H D Deve Gowda of JD(S) against Congress MP D K Suresh for allegedly planning freebie distribution in Bengaluru (Rural) Lok Sabha seat. Gowda criticized the state poll machinery for inaction and requested swift compliance with the model code of conduct.

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Section of JD(S) workers in Channapatna oppose Kumaraswamy's likely move to contest from Mandya

Speculation suggests JD(S) state President H D Kumaraswamy may contest from Mandya, sparking opposition from Channapatna constituency workers. Party leaders to decide on candidates for Kolar, Hassan, and Mandya in a seat-sharing deal with BJP. Workers in Mandya support Kumaraswamy's candidacy, while Channapatna constituents urge him to stay. Decision expected after core committee meeting. Nikhil Kumaraswamy and C S Puttaraju also potential candidates.

Former Karnataka CM Jagadish Shettar being welcomed after he rejoined the BJP.

‘This place holds special place in my heart’: Back in BJP, Jagadish Shettar hopeful of being elected MP from Belagavi

Veteran leader Jagadish Shettar, now with BJP, expresses confidence in winning Lok Sabha seat from Belagavi. He emphasizes unity between Marathas and Kannadigas. BJP releases fifth list of candidates for Lok Sabha polls, including Shettar from Belgaum. Shettar returned to BJP from Congress in January after being denied assembly ticket last year. Karnataka will vote in two phases on April 26 and May 7.

BJP MP Tejasvi Surya meets with the former Karnataka Chief Minister and JD(S) Leader H D Kumaraswamy, at his residence in Bengaluru on Monday.

‘BJP-JDS alliance will have positive impact’: Tejasvi Surya meets former Karnataka CM Kumaraswamy

BJP MP Tejasvi Surya believes the BJP-JDS alliance will have a positive impact on the upcoming Lok Sabha elections in Karnataka. Surya met JD(S) leader Kumaraswamy to discuss the alliance. JD(S) Youth Wing President Nikhil Kumaraswamy stated that Congress leaders are aware of the alliance's strength. Former CM HD Kumaraswamy will decide in two days whether to contest. Karnataka will vote in two phases on April 26 and May 7.

Lok Sabha polls: BJP announces four more candidates for Karnataka

Lok Sabha polls: BJP announces four more candidates for Karnataka

Former CM Jagadish Shettar and ex-Speaker Vishveshwar Hegde Kageri are among the BJP's second list of candidates for Karnataka. Shettar to contest from Belagavi, Kageri from Uttara Kannada replacing Anantkumar Hegde. Other candidates include Dr K Sudhakar from Chikkaballapura and Raja Amareshwara Naik from Raichur. The BJP aims to field candidates for all 28 constituencies in the upcoming general elections in Karnataka.

Karnataka: Gangavati MLA Gali Janardhana Reddy set to rejoin BJP

Karnataka: Gangavati MLA Gali Janardhana Reddy set to rejoin BJP

Gali Janardhana Reddy, Kalyana Rajya Pragathi Paksha leader and Gangavati MLA, to rejoin BJP to support PM Narendra Modi for another term. Reddy praised Modi's leadership, stating that he has made India a world leader. He will officially join BJP in the presence of party leaders Vijayendra and Radha Mohan Das Agarwal. Lok Sabha Elections 2024 to be held in seven phases, with Karnataka voting on April 26 and May 7.

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