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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.
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Today, On 22th August, The Karnataka High Court issued a temporary stay on legal proceedings against State IT Minister Priyank Kharge related to a 2022 protest march. This decision follows the Supreme Court’s previous stay on proceedings against other Congress leaders. The case illustrates the intersection of political activism and legal accountability in Karnataka.
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah faces prosecution over alleged irregularities in land allocations by the Mysuru Urban Development Authority. Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot approved the prosecution after petitions from activists. The Chief Minister’s Office confirmed the communication and Siddaramaiah dismissed the allegations as politically motivated. The complaint alleges significant losses to the state’s finances. BJP advocates for a CBI investigation.
Today, On 8th August, A private complaint filed against Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah in the MUDA scam case, alleging irregularities related to the Mysuru Urban Development Authority. The high-profile case involves accusations of land denotification and misconduct. The legal battle could significantly impact urban development policies and political accountability in the region.
Days after the Karnataka government opposed the implementation of New Criminal Laws-Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS) and the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam (BSA), Law and Parliamentary Affairs Minister H K Patil said the state would make 23-25 amendments to these laws before being implemented in the state.
Karnataka opposes new criminal laws, plans state-level amendments to address concerns, ignoring recommendations made by Chief Minister Siddaramaiah. The state aims to postpone enforcement until its suggestions are considered. The new laws replace British-established codes, sparking a broader debate on central versus state power balance in India and the need for adaptable national policies.
The Bengaluru Court re-issued summons to Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah and Deputy CM DK Shivakumar in BJP’s defamation case related to an advertisement termed ‘Corruption Rate Card’. Rahul Gandhi was exempted until June 1st. The case stems from BJP’s complaint regarding pre-2023 state election allegations. The court ordered them to appear on April 29th after acknowledging a prima facie case.