RIZWAN ARSHAD
Karnataka stands by E20 report, seeks nationwide third-party fuel testing
Karnataka has intensified its allegation regarding petrol containing ethanol levels exceeding the 20% limit. The state government is seeking independent testing from accredited laboratories and urges other states to conduct similar inspections. Food and Civil Supplies Minister Rizwan Arshad released test results indicating ethanol content as high as 31.2% in various petrol samples. Oil marketing companies have denied these allegations and questioned the sampling methodology used by Karnataka.
Keralam testing random fuel samples for ethanol density: State Minister Anoop Jacob says 'major concern' raised in Karnataka
Keralam's Food and Civil Supplies Minister Anoop Jacob recently declared a program to collect petrol samples for ethanol testing, aiming to address concerns voiced by Karnataka officials regarding excessive ethanol blending. Jacob underscored the necessity of consumer transparency regarding fuel components, noting that inspections in Kochi have uncovered samples currently being tested, thus igniting pivotal discussions about fuel quality across Indian states.
Karnataka to release report on alleged excess ethanol in petrol on Monday; OMCs seek joint testing
Karnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar said the state would release findings from inspections at 67 locations on Monday after complaints of petrol containing excessive ethanol. Kerala has also ordered tests in four districts. Oil marketing companies have rejected Karnataka's claims, questioned its testing procedures and called for joint, transparent verification.
E20 debate widens: Karnataka to reveal probe findings on Monday; MoS Suresh Gopi backs OMCs
Karnataka authorities are set to reveal more information regarding the alleged excessive ethanol blending in petrol. Chief Minister DK Shivakumar stated that the government has received numerous complaints from motorists concerning vehicle performance issues. Inspection teams collected petrol samples from various retail fuel outlets and ethanol blending facilities across the state. Additionally, Kerala has ordered laboratory tests on petrol samples amid this controversy.
Priyank Kharge accuses Centre of misleading public over ethanol blending, alleges violations
Karnataka Minister Priyank Kharge claimed the Central government is misleading citizens regarding ethanol blending in petrol. He referred to laboratory reports showing blending levels exceeding announced limits, which he stated benefit certain companies. Kharge highlighted discrepancies in government statements regarding ethanol blending being an experiment only. He also addressed rising prices attributed to the government's policies impacting essential services like public transport.
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Karnataka finds ethanol content above E20 limit in petrol samples, seeks action against OMCs
The Karnataka government has accused oil marketing companies of exceeding the mandated ethanol content in petrol. Tests conducted on petrol samples showed levels surpassed the legal 20% threshold significantly. The government plans to submit its findings to the Centre and seek appropriate actions against the companies involved. It has also demanded a compensation fund and clearer disclosures at fuel stations.
E30 petrol being sold as E20? Karnataka minister claims oil companies are supplying petrol exceeding the 20% ethanol limit
Karnataka Minister Rizwan Arshad has flagged alleged over-blending of ethanol in petrol after tests found concentrations of up to 31.2% in samples from major oil companies. The state has warned of possible damage to vehicle fuel systems, questioned laboratory disclosures and demanded action, consumer compensation and mandatory display of ethanol percentages at petrol pumps.
India's Karnataka finds fuel samples exceeding 20% ethanol limit, state minister says
Surveys indicate that 80% of petrol stations in Karnataka are breaching the 20% ethanol limit in petrol sales. To address this, officials gathered 63 samples for testing after oil companies neglected to reveal ethanol percentages. The introduction of E20 petrol aligns with India's objectives to cut crude imports while boosting ethanol production.
Karnataka District In-Charge Ministers List 2026: 31 districts get new ministers; check full list
Karnataka government has appointed ministers as district in-charge for 31 districts across the state. These new responsibilities take immediate effect following approval from Chief Minister D K Shivakumar. Ministers will oversee their assigned districts and hoist the national flag during Independence Day celebrations. Deputy Chief Minister G Parameshwara will manage Tumakuru while K J George oversees Chikkamagaluru. These appointments precede upcoming local body elections, requiring ministers to balance duties.
Karnataka cabinet reshuffle: DK Shivakumar retains Finance, check full list of ministers here
Karnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar has kept the Finance portfolio. Madhu Bangarappa and Basavaraj Rayareddy received education ministries. Several other ministers were assigned portfolios like Housing and Health. The cabinet now has 33 ministers with one vacant berth. No woman minister is currently part of the Shivakumar-led cabinet.
Karnataka BJP threatens House disruption over Nagendra's return to Cabinet
Karnataka BJP threatens to disrupt the upcoming legislature session over minister B Nagendra's cabinet position. The opposition demands Nagendra's dismissal due to an ongoing Enforcement Directorate money laundering case. Allegations involve the diversion of approximately eighty-nine crore rupees from a tribal development corporation. Nagendra, who denies wrongdoing, was recently re-inducted into the cabinet by the Congress government. This move sets the stage for a significant confrontation during the legislative proceedings.
Karnataka: Rahul Gandhi clears list, 20 leaders to take oath as ministers today
Karnataka's Congress government has expanded its cabinet with twenty new ministers. The high command approved the list, filling all remaining ministerial vacancies. New presiding officers for the Legislative Assembly and Council were also appointed. This expansion balances regional, caste, and factional interests within the party. The full council of ministers is now ready for the upcoming legislative session.
Karnataka cabinet expansion: DK Shivakumar inducts B Nagendra, Zameer Khan, Rizwan Arshad among 20 new ministers
Karnataka's long-awaited cabinet expansion saw twenty Congress MLAs sworn in as ministers. These appointments followed careful consideration of caste, religious, and regional factors. The state's Council of Ministers now reaches its maximum permissible strength of thirty-four. Key legislative posts, including the Speaker, were also approved during this process. This expansion brings the Karnataka government to its full ministerial capacity.
Karnataka HC dismisses petition challenging Siddaramaiah's election
The Karnataka High Court has dismissed a petition challenging Chief Minister Siddaramaiah's election from the Varuna constituency. The petitioner, K Shankara, alleged that Congress's election promises, specifically the 'five guarantees,' constituted bribery under the Representation of People’s Act.
Bangladesh crisis: Cong MLA urges PM Modi not to hesitate to take action like Indira did in 1971
Expressing grave concern over political turmoil and reported atrocities against Hindu minorities in Bangladesh, Karnataka Congress legislator Rizwan Arshad urged PM Narendra Modi to consider decisive military action. Arshad highlighted the need for immediate measures to protect the rights and dignity of minorities in both Bangladesh and India. He emphasised the importance of addressing these critical issues promptly.
Lok Sabha polls: Congress appoints five working presidents and forms 3-member campaign committee in Karnataka
According to a press release, Tanveer Sait (Mysuru MLA), G C Chandrashekhar (MP), Vinay Kulkarni (Dharwad MLA), Manjunath Bhandary (MLC) and Vasanth Kumar have been appointed as the working presidents of the KPCC. The campaign committee comprises chairman Vinay Kumar Sorake (former minister), co-chairman Dr L Hanumanthaiah (MP) and vice chairman Rizwan Arshad (Shivajinagar MLA).
Reading Preamble to Constitution now mandatory in Karnataka schools and colleges
The Congress government in Karnataka has made it mandatory for schools and colleges to read the Preamble to the Constitution every day. The decision was made to make children aware of the ideals and principles of the Constitution and to inform them of their constitutional responsibilities.
Archdiocese fears deletion of minority names, seeks revised rolls in Bengaluru
The Archdiocese has written to the chief electoral officer, Karnataka, insisting that it has come across cases of deletion of names from the final electoral roll after its publication in the booths under the Shivajinagar assembly constituency.
CAA protest: Two killed in police firing in Mangaluru, Congress demands judicial probe
Two persons received bullet injuries in police firing and they later succumbed at a hospital, police confirmed.
Bengaluru candidates milking social media to woo IT city voters this election season
Parties are running online campaigns and going all out to leverage digital medium to reach out to voters.
Congress candidate claims IT raids on him, Siddaramaiah attacks PM
Congress-JD(S) Coordination Committee chairman Siddaramaiah, in a tweet said he condemned the IT raids on Arshad’s election office and associates, and attacked Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Promises galore in a seat beset with woes
Although Bengaluru is considered the Silicon Valley of India and contributes over 60% of the state’s GDP, issues plaguing the region are plenty.
Assembly polls: Congress plans to woo Karnataka youth
Unlike BJP, which regularly holds youth interactions and discussions, this is the first time the Congress is directly reaching out to youth across class, gender and caste.
Karnataka BJP claims credit for Triple Talaq decision; Congress guarded in response
"After this decision, which has boosted our stand for a common civil code, we may be able to get some minority votes also," BJP state spokesperson S Suresh Kumar said.
Congress bags four seats, BJP two, JD-S one in Council polls
Opposition BJP too managed to win both the seats it contested while JD(S), battling dissidence within, could win only one of the two seats it contested.
Lok Sabha elections: Three debutants in race in Bangalore Central
3 new faces, including AAP candidate V Balakrishnan, are slugging it out in Bangalore central Lok Sabha constituency against incumbent P C Mohan of BJP.
V Balakrishnan, ex-Infosys CFO and AAP candidate, declares Rs 190 crore assets
Balakrishnan, who quit Infosys and joined AAP, is fielded against incumbent P C Mohan of the BJP and Youth Congress wing Chief Rizwan Arshad.
Rahul Gandhi to attend Youth Congress meet in Dharwad
AICC General Secretary Rahul Gandhi will participate in the booth level officer-bearers meeting of Youth Congress to be held at Dharwad on June 1.
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