Today, On 4th September, In The MUDA scam case the Karnataka High Court postponed CM Siddaramaiah’s appeal against Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot’s approval for probe, fixing the final hearing in the second week of November amid growing political tension.
Today, On 9th April, A special court reserved its order until April 15 on the Enforcement Directorate’s (ED) objection to a closure report filed in a case allegedly involving the Chief Minister. The ED opposed the closure, citing unresolved issues and pending evidence. The court heard detailed arguments from both sides. The final decision is now expected next week.
Today, On 8th April, In the MUDA scam case, the Enforcement Directorate (ED) has opposed the ‘B report’ submitted by the Lokayukta police in the Special Court. The ED says that important information it gave was not included in the report. It has asked the court to review the report and allow more investigation. The case is about suspected wrongdoing in land allotments by the Mysuru Urban Development Authority (MUDA).
Today, On 7th February, The Karnataka High Court rejected a petition seeking to transfer the MUDA scam investigation against Chief Minister Siddaramaiah to the CBI. The plea was filed by activist Snehmayi Krishna, the original complainant in the case. Justice M Nagaprasanna, a single-judge bench, dismissed the request, stating that no grounds warranted a CBI probe. The decision upholds the ongoing investigation by state authorities.
Karnataka: The Lokayukta submitted its report to the Karnataka High Court’s Dharwad Bench today(27th Jan), detailing its investigation into the corruption involving land allotments by the Mysore Urban Development Authority (MUDA).
Today, On 15th January, The Karnataka High Court deferred the hearing on a petition seeking a CBI investigation into the alleged MUDA scam to January 27. The plea also requests the transfer of the case from the Lokayukta police to the CBI, citing the involvement of Chief Minister Siddaramaiah. The court’s decision is awaited on whether the investigation will be reassigned to ensure impartiality. The case has drawn significant public and political attention.
Today, On 19th December, The Karnataka High Court issued a temporary stay to the Lokayukta’s investigation into the Mysuru Urban Development Authority (MUDA) scam. Justice M. Nagaprasanna ordered the Lokayukta to wait until the court hears a petition asking for a CBI investigation. The petition calls for a deeper and unbiased inquiry into corruption allegations in MUDA.
The Karnataka High Court issued stay on the investigation against Republic TV’s Arnab Goswami in a fake news case. The Bengaluru police filed the case based on a complaint by a Karnataka Congress member, alleging that Republic TV spread false information about Chief Minister Siddaramaiah. The court’s decision provides temporary relief to Goswami.
Today, On 30th September, Former Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah is facing a money laundering investigation linked to a land scam involving the Mysuru Urban Development Authority (MUDA). Allegations suggest illegal transactions during his administration, with scrutiny of his administration increasing. Authorities aim to uncover corruption and financial irregularities tied to these land deals.
Today, On 26th September, Karnataka revoked the CBI’s authorization to investigate within the state, citing concerns of bias amid allegations of targeted actions against opposition leaders, particularly ahead of elections. This decision does not relate to the ongoing MUDA land scam involving Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, who faces scrutiny but denies any wrongdoing.
