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New Indian Express
2 days ago
- Politics
- New Indian Express
Cong MLCs ask Horatti to act against BJP members
The controversy centres around Narayanaswamy's reported comparison of RDPR Minister Priyank Kharge to a dog, and Ravikumar's alleged remark describing Kalaburagi Deputy Commissioner Fouzia Tarannum as 'Pakistani'. The Congress delegation demanded Narayanaswamy's removal from the Council for his comment and sought immediate legal and constitutional action against Ravikumar as well. Ahmed emphasised that the delegation had submitted the formal complaints to ensure that justice is done. He stressed that Narayanaswamy's statement was particularly unbecoming of an Opposition Leader, while Ravikumar's comment about the IAS officer was both unconstitutional and offensive. 'We have urged the Chairman to take appropriate action,' he added. The Congress had earlier filed a similar complaint on this matter with Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot.
Time of India
3 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Farmers advised to buy seeds and fertiliser from authorised dealers
Kalaburagi: Kalaburagi's joint director of agriculture, Samad Patel, advised farmers to purchase seeds and fertilisers exclusively from authorised dealers to avoid being deceived. Legal consequences await agricultural equipment vendors who charge excessive prices for fertilisers, seeds, and pesticides beyond govt-mandated rates, he said. "Agricultural equipment must be distributed ensuring no deliberate shortages of seeds and fertilisers occur, while maintaining fair practices towards farmers," Patel said, advising sellers to maintain courteous behaviour with visiting farmers and respond constructively, alongside issuing warnings when necessary. Local farmers are currently preparing for monsoon sowing, with adequate stocks of seeds and fertilisers available to meet their requirements. Strict directives have been issued to all agricultural supply vendors in the district against overcharging for seeds, fertilisers, and pesticides. To support farmers, vendors must prominently display stock levels and price lists for all products in their shops. Stock registers must be maintained accurately, reflecting actual physical inventory. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 역대 최대할인가격으로 신차장기렌트 해보세요 신년 프로모션 진행중! 오토모빌 더 알아보기 Undo Sales of fertilisers require mandatory use of point of sale (POS) machines. Farmers' signatures must be collected and receipts provided for all transactions. Vendors must conduct business in accordance with relevant regulations, including Fertiliser Control Order, Seed Act, and associated rules. The technical recommendation for Nitrogen: Phosphorus: Pesticide ratio is 4:2:1. However, current farming practices using primarily Amp and Ukhaim fertilisers have resulted in a district ratio of 8.41:5.80:1. To address this imbalance and enhance soil health, farmers were advised to incorporate micronutrients like zinc, boron, iron, manganese, and utilise compound fertilisers as DAP alternatives.
Time of India
3 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Congress demands disciplinary action against BJP legislators
Bengaluru: A delegation of Congress MLCs on Monday met legislative council chairman Basavaraj Horrati, seeking disciplinary action against BJP legislators N Ravi Kumar and Chaluvadhi Narayanswamy for their "intolerant", "communal", and "defamatory" statements. While Kumar, BJP's chief whip in the council, allegedly described Kalaburagi deputy commissioner Fauzia Tarranum as being from "Pakistan", opposition leader Narayanswamy reportedly equated IT-BT minister Priyank Kharge to a "dog". The Congress delegation, led by the party's chief whip in the council, Saleem Ahmed, alleged that both BJP MLCs need to be condemned in the House and have disciplinary action initiated against them. The delegation claimed that any action initiated against Kumar should serve as an example that such utterances will not be tolerated in the future and that public servants should not be working under any fear. "We appeal to you to take exemplary steps and seek appropriate action to ensure that Karnataka remains a bastion of secular, inclusive, and impartial public administration," read the memorandum to the council chairman. Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like USDJPY đang đi lên không? IC Markets Đăng ký Undo The legislators also alleged that Narayanswamy's statement was not only insulting Kharge but also the Dalit community of Karnataka. "It seems that Narayanswamy, who belongs to a scheduled caste himself, is making these hateful statements against Kharge at the behest of some vested interests to retain his public office," read the memorandum.
Hans India
3 days ago
- Politics
- Hans India
Chowta Accuses Congress Govt of Misusing Police to Target Hindu Leaders in Coastal Karnataka
Mangaluru: Dakshina Kannada MP Capt. Brijesh Chowta has alleged that the Congress-led government in Karnataka is deliberately targeting Hindu leaders and youth in the coastal region, misusing police powers to intimidate and silence organisations aligned with the Hindu community. Responding to a series of FIRs, including one against senior RSS functionary Kalladka Prabhakar Bhat, Chowta accused the state government of running a "systematic campaign" to vilify Hindu leaders. "This government is trying to mask its failure in maintaining law and order by resorting to appeasement politics," he said in a sharply worded press release issued on Sunday. Chowta claimed that at least 15 Hindu leaders had been booked in recent days and that BJP leader Arun Puthila was being externed to Kalaburagi as part of this effort. "Young members of the Hindu community are being slapped with false charges and driven out under the externment provisions. This is not acceptable in a democracy," he stated. According to Chowta, several incidents in Dakshina Kannada, including late-night police visits to Hindu households in areas such as Kadaba, point to what he described as 'selective and extrajudicial' enforcement. He warned that such actions could disrupt the social harmony of a district known for its educational advancement and strong nationalistic values. Chowta also asserted that the government's perceived bias could force the BJP and Hindu organisations to launch a statewide agitation. 'If this authoritarian and anti-Hindu approach continues, we will have no choice but to take this fight across the state,' he said. The MP added that he had already spoken to the state's Director General of Police and urged him to intervene. BJP legislators and district officebearers from Dakshina Kannada are set to meet senior police officials in Mangaluru on Tuesday to lodge a formal protest. 'Our region stands as a bastion of nationalism and self-reliance. The Congress government, cloaked in secular rhetoric, cannot digest this reality. It wants to dismantle the region's communal peace to cater to its vote-bank politics,' Chowta alleged, concluding with a stern warning that the party will not remain passive.
Hans India
29-05-2025
- Politics
- Hans India
K'taka: Congress delegation meets Guv, demands action against BJP MLC on Pakistan remarks
Bengaluru: A delegation of Karnataka Congress Members of the Legislative Council (MLCs) submitted a complaint to the Governor on Thursday, demanding legal and constitutional action against BJP MLC N. Ravikumar for allegedly calling Kalaburagi Deputy Commissioner Fouzia Taranum "a Pakistani". The delegation further demanded action against the Leader of the Opposition in the Legislative Council, Chalavadi Narayanaswamy, for comparing RDPR, IT and BT Minister Priyank Kharge to a 'dog.' The delegation, led by the Leader of the House in the Legislative Council, Minister for Minor Irrigation, Science and Technology, N.S. Boseraju and Chief Whip Saleem Ahmad met the Governor and submitted the complaint. Speaking to reporters, Minister Boseraju said, 'BJP MLCs N. Ravikumar and Chalavadi Narayanaswamy have made unconstitutional statements in public. In a democracy, such remarks are unacceptable. While BJP leaders claim to stand for 'Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas,' their actions are divisive.' They have made it a habit to make statements against the Constitution. Narayanaswamy's derogatory comments against the Dalit community warrant his expulsion from the Council. We have urged the Governor to take legal and constitutional action against Ravikumar for his offensive remarks about a public officer, he demanded. Chief Whip Saleem Ahmad said that the Congress delegation submitted two complaints to the Governor — one against N. Ravikumar and another against Chalavadi Narayanaswamy, the Opposition Leader in the Council. 'Narayanaswamy has made irresponsible and unconstitutional remarks against Minister Priyank Kharge, while Ravikumar has questioned whether an IAS officer (Fouzia Taranum) came from Pakistan. Such behaviour is highly condemnable. We have urged the Governor to suspend both of them. Their statements are spreading a dangerous message in society,' he said, adding that the Governor assured an inquiry into the matter. The Congress delegation included MLCs Vasanth Kumar, Anil Kumar M.L., Jagadev Guttedar, S. Ravi, D.T. Srinivas, Dinesh Gooligowda, Channaraj Hattiholi, Basavangouda Badarli, Puttanna, Naseer Ahmad, Govindaraju, Nagaraj Yadav, and Manjunath Bhandari. The remark made by BJP MLC and Opposition Chief Whip in the Legislative Council, N. Ravikumar, calling Kalaburagi Deputy Commissioner Fouzia Taranum a "Pakistani" had triggered a controversy in Karnataka. The Kalaburagi Police have lodged an FIR against Ravikumar in connection with the incident, are preparing to initiate legal action against him. They have issued a notice to appear before them for questioning. Since he has been booked under the SC and ST (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, which is non-bailable, the police have the authority to arrest him at any time. Police have booked Ravikumar under various Sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), including Section 197 (acts likely to cause disharmony, enmity, or hatred between different groups), 224 (assault or criminal force to deter a public servant from discharge of duty), 299 (deliberate and malicious acts intended to outrage religious feelings), 302 (injuring religious sentiments), 351 (criminal intimidation), and 353 (assault or use of criminal force to deter a public servant from discharge of duty). The police have also booked Ravikumar under Section 3 (1) (r) of the SC and ST (Prevention of Atrocities) Act.
