Siddaramaiah government
BJP Questions Muslims Offering Namaz at Bengaluru Airport: Security and Permission Concerns Raised
Nov 10, 2025 05:47 pm CST
A viral video showing Muslims offering namaz at Bengaluru's Kempegowda International Airport Terminal 2 has sparked political controversy. BJP Karnataka spokesperson Vijay Prasad has questioned Chief Minister Siddaramaiah about permission requirements, highlighting perceived double standards regarding religious activities in public spaces and raising security concerns about prayer practices in this high-security zone.
Karnataka High Court Suspends Government Order Restricting Public Gatherings Amid RSS-Congress Dispute
Oct 28, 2025 05:20 pm CST
The Karnataka High Court has temporarily paused a controversial order issued by Chief Minister Siddaramaiah's government that required prior permission for gatherings of over 10 people in public spaces. This ruling comes amid escalating tensions between the Congress government and the RSS, with BJP alleging the order specifically targeted RSS activities. The government plans to appeal the court decision as political controversy continues over the use of public spaces and government property for organizational activities.
DK Shivakumar Counters BJP: 10,000 Bengaluru Potholes Fixed While Opposition Brings Zero Central Funds
Oct 21, 2025 07:59 pm CST
Karnataka Deputy CM DK Shivakumar has challenged BJP's criticism of Bengaluru's infrastructure by highlighting the repair of over 10,000 potholes and implementing a citizen-centric reporting system for civic issues. He questioned BJP MPs' contributions, noting none have secured central funding for city development despite having representation including Union Minister Nirmala Sitharaman.