Congress puts brakes on BJP’s Bharath Bommai era, reclaims Shiggaon after 30 years | Hubballi News – Times of India

HAVERI: The Congress achieved a historic milestone in Shiggaon, reclaiming the assembly seat after three decades. Party candidate Yasir Ahmed Khan Pathan emerged victorious, defeating BJP’s Bharath Bommai, son of Haveri MP and former CM Basavaraj Bommai, despite the latter’s influential political lineage.BJP’s defeat is largely attributed to its factionalism and failure to consolidate its…

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Mallikarjun Kharge: Congress Clarifies on Alleged Waiting During Priyanka Gandhi’s Nomination | India News – Times of India

A political row has erupted between the BJP and the grand old party over allegations regarding treatment given to Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge at Priyanka Gandhi Vadra’s recent nomination filing in Wayanad. Congress general secretary KC Venugopal dismissed BJP claims on Thursday, asserting that Kharge was indeed present during the event.Venugopal clarified that while Rahul…

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Karnataka SIT to probe Rs 7,000 crore Covid ‘scam’ under Bommai government – Times of India

BENGALURU: Karnataka cabinet Thursday decided to establish an SIT to probe alleged Rs 7,200-crore irregularities in procurement of medicines & medical equipment during the Covid-19 pandemic, when Basavaraj Bommai helmed BJP govt in state.The cabinet announced formation of a sub-committee to review administrative decisions taken during the period and to recommend action.These decisions follow an…

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