COMMUNAL HARMONY KARNATAKA
Karnataka CM DK Shivakumar asks police to stay alert amid BJP threat over Ganesh procession
Karnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar has alerted police forces statewide. The opposition BJP threatened to storm a police station over procession restrictions. This incident occurred amid a dispute regarding a Ganesh Chaturthi procession route. The Chief Minister stated the government aims for peaceful celebrations and citizen discipline. He also questioned the opposition leader's threat to storm a police station.
ED initiates probe into Dharmasthala 'foreign funding' case
The Enforcement Directorate is investigating alleged foreign funding used to incite communal unrest during the Dharmasthala controversy. The probe focuses on entities and NGOs suspected of misusing funds. Karnataka BJP protested against the alleged conspiracy. A special investigation team is examining claims of buried bodies. Two activists are under scrutiny for allegedly disturbing communal harmony through social media videos.
Sri Rama Sene functionary held for allegedly poisoning drinking water at school to get Muslim headmaster shifted: Siddaramaiah
Karnataka Police arrested three people, including a Sri Rama Sene leader. They are accused of poisoning drinking water at a Belagavi school. The incident occurred two weeks prior in Hoolikatti village. Several children fell ill, but are now safe. The motive was to remove a Muslim headmaster. Chief Minister Siddaramaiah condemned the act and urged communal harmony.
Congress to focus on organisation in 2025, says Mallikarjuna Kharge
Mallikarjun Kharge emphasises Congress' organisational empowerment by 2025, urging efforts to strengthen the party amidst public disillusionment with the NDA regime. He highlights the necessity of incorporating young, ideologically committed individuals and addresses communal harmony while criticizing BJP leaders for fostering societal discord.
May Bengaluru meeting lead to restoration of secular, socialist and democratic values: Karnataka CM
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Monday expressed hope that the meeting of Opposition parties here would lead to restoration of secular, socialist, and democratic values as enshrined in the Constitution. He welcomed the leaders of "prominent" opposition leaders in the country who have come together to fight against authoritarianism, communalism, and corruption.
Special squad to be set up in Karnataka to check moral policing: Home Minister G Parameshwara
A special squad will be set up in Karnataka to check moral policing, especially in Mangaluru, the district headquarters of Dakshina Kannada district, Karnataka Home Minister G Parameshwara said on Tuesday. The minister said the objective behind setting up the special squad was to create communal harmony.
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NIA raids 25 places in Karnataka, Kerala, Bihar in Phulwarisharif PFI case
Earlier, six persons were arrested and several incriminating articles and documents related to PFI were seized in the instant case which was initially registered on July 12 last year at Phulwarisharif police station in Bihar's Patna district and re-registered by the NIA on July 22 last year.
FIR lodged against Amit Shah for 'there'll be riots if Congress voted to power' jibe
The Congress unit in Karnataka lodged a police complaint Union Home Minister Amit Shah, BJP leaders and organisers of public rallies in connection with making provocative statements, promoting enmity, hatred and ill will between different communities. Karnataka Congress President D.K. Shivakumar, state In-charge Randeep Singh Surjewala and AICC Spokesperson Gaurav Vallabh personally went to the police station and lodged the complaint.
Congress yatra bids to create unity math in Karnataka
Since the yatra entered Karnataka, seven days ago, Gandhi, who developed a penchant for temple runs during electioneering in states, adopted a 'sarva dharma sama bhava' attitude: In Mysore, he prayed at the Chamundeshwari Temple, the Masjid-E-Azam and the St Philomena's Church. The yatra in the election year has given Karnataka Congress the additional task of guarding against communal polarisation, while trying to raise incumbency issues against the BJP government.
Communal flare-ups: Kumaraswamy asks Karnataka CM to call meeting of religious leaders
Some Hindu outfits have been demanding that the loudspeakers on mosques should be removed and the Supreme Court's order on noise pollution be implemented. They have also threatened to play Bhajan every morning if the loudspeakers from mosques are not removed.
Leaders of 13 opposition parties express concern over recent communal violence, question PM's 'silence'
Asserting their collective resolve to work together to strengthen the bonds of social harmony that "defined and enriched India for centuries", the Opposition leaders said, "We reiterate our commitment to combat and confront the poisonous ideologies which are attempting to entrench divisiveness in our society."
Temple demolition: Karnataka CM moves Bill to save existing structures
The Cabinet, chaired by chief minister Basavaraj Bommai on Monday morning cleared the proposed law, bowing down to an outcry from sections of BJP leaders after district authorities began razing religious structures at public places, including on footpaths, in deference to court orders.
Rahul hails people for working in harmony for Karnataka flood victims
Citing the example of Suntikoppa town in Kodagu of Karnataka, he shared a video where people were working together to help those in need and described the town as "an oasis of hope".
Difficult times ahead, says KPCC chief ahead of JD(S)-Congress government formation in Karnataka
Parameshwara said his party failed to get a clear majority in the Karnataka Assembly elections for various reasons, and that it has accepted the people's verdict.
Communal riots flare up, CM Siddaramaiah stokes Kannada pride
The state has seen a series of incidents where communal fires are being deliberately fanned, particularly in the volatile coast and hilly districts where the BJP has a stronghold.
Iftar event: Minister Roshan Baig praises Pejawar seer
Muthalik, who has said the Sene will not allow the mutt to host an Iftar event again, has planned to call for a state-wide bandh on July 2 against mutt’s action.
In a first, Muslims break Ramzan fast in Udupi Sri Krishna temple
As many as 150 Muslims participated in the "Souharda Upahara Koota" (harmony feast) in the dining hall, located just outside the main temple.
Ban cow slaughter to promote harmony: Ajmer dargah head to government
The Deewan said that there are several provisions in the Quran to ensure self-respect and dignity to women in the society.
Incidents of communal violence was down in last 2 years: Government
Incidents of communal violence in the country has "declined" during the last two years and 644 such incidents were reported in 2014, Parliament was told.
HM Rajnath Singh asks all states to organise harmony processions as part of National Integration Week
This could be significant as there have been numerous instances of communal clashes, including Muzzafarnagar in UP and Tirlokpuri in Delhi.
Narendra Modi wave on decline: Congress leader Digvijay Singh
"The so called Modi wave is now on the decline, because in the bypolls UPA has got the clear majority," said Digvijay Singh.
Rajnath Singh demands apology from CM Siddaramaiah for "narhantak" jibe at Narendra Modi
Charging that Congress led UPA has failed on all fronts, he said checking inflation is the big challenge for BJP once it comes to power.
Administration has collapsed in Karnataka: Sonia Gandhi
Sonia Gandhi today charged the BJP govt in Karnataka with having acquired a "dubious" reputation for "unparallelled loot" and corruption.
BJP government has looted Karnataka: Sonia Gandhi
Congress President Sonia Gandhi today charged the BJP Government in Karnataka with having "looted" the state and "incited" communal feelings
BJP slams Prime Minister Manmohan Singh for minority insecurity remarks
BJP today said he should be pointing fingers at his own party-ruled states where communal violence had been reported.
Medha Patkar refuses state honour by Karnataka govt
Medha Patkar refuses Basava award from Karnataka government due to the state's involvement in mining scams and anti poor policies.
Azad appeals for peace and harmony in wake of Babri verdict
Prime Minister Manmohan Singh has taken the initiative and appealed to the entire nation to maintain peace, tranquility and communal harmony in the wake of the September 24 verdict of Allahabad High Court.
Ayodhya verdict: Forces on standby; media told to exercise restraint
Security agencies are taking steps to ensure that communal disturbances, if any, following Friday's verdict in the Ayodhya title suit, are nipped in the bud.
PM terms communal violence in Orissa, Karnataka 'most disturbing'
Prime Minister Manmohan Singh said those who threaten communal harmony, integrity and peaceful coexistence deserve "very deterrent punishment".
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