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'Age no issue', Lingayat seers back CM BS Yediyurappa amid speculation of leadership change in Karnataka

The Lingayat community seers contended that those who raise the issue of age forget that it was BS Yediyurappa who toiled day and night to ensure that the BJP crossed the 100-seat mark in Karnataka.

Jun 15, 2021, 12:52 PM IST

Will continue as Karnataka CM for next two years, says BS Yediyurappa

The Karnataka CM said his responsibility has increased because of the trust shown in him by the BJP high command.

Jun 12, 2021, 07:11 AM IST

Lockdown in Karnataka: KSRTC operations to remain shut, bars and restaurants to open for takeaways till 2 pm

The COVID-19 curfew in Karnataka will be imposed from 7 pm-5 am and the weekend curfew will be imposed from 7 pm on Friday to 5 am on Monday, after the current lockdown in the state comes to end on June 14, Chief Minister BS Yediyurappa announced on Thursday (June 10). 

Jun 10, 2021, 23:07 PM IST

Karnataka to cancel SSLC exams? See what CM Yediyurappa has to say

Karnataka CM BS Yediyurappa assured that the SSLC exams will be held only if the coronavirus pandemic comes under control.

Jun 06, 2021, 08:46 AM IST

Karnataka announces Rs 1,250 crore COVID-19 relief package, includes teachers, linemen among frontline workers

Karnataka Chief Minister Yediyurappa declared that teachers, linemen, cylinder distributors will be included in the category of frontline workers so that they can be vaccinated on priority. 

May 19, 2021, 14:39 PM IST

Karnataka CM Yediyurappa discharged from hospital, to hold Cabinet meeting at 4 pm today

Karnataka is currently witnessing a worrying surge in COVID-19 cases with as many as 23,558 fresh cases.

Apr 22, 2021, 15:15 PM IST

Karnataka CM BS Yediyurappa tests positive for COVID-19, admitted to hospital

He was tested for Covid-19 two days back and was found to be negative for the disease. He was tested again today during which he was found to be COVID infected for the second time.

Apr 16, 2021, 14:36 PM IST

No lockdown in Karnataka for now, says CM BS Yediyurappa, urges people to follow COVID-19 safety norms

Despite the rising number of COVID-19 cases across the country, Karnataka Chief Minister BS Yediyurappa on Tuesday said that there is no question of imposing lockdown right now.

Apr 13, 2021, 11:55 AM IST

Chikkaballapur quarry blast: Karnataka Home Minister Basavaraj Bommai orders CID inquiry

According to Karnataka Police, at least six people have died and another has sustained injuries in the blast at Chikkaballapur district last night. They were killed when gelatin sticks that they were trying to dispose of exploded accidentally at a stone quarry site.

Feb 23, 2021, 15:18 PM IST

Six killed while disposing of explosives meant for quarrying in Karnataka, probe ordered

The incident comes close on the heels of a similar blast at a quarry site in Chief Minister B S Yediyurappa's hometown of Shivamogga on January 22, which left six dead. Karnataka Health Minister K Sudhakar, who represents the Chikkaballapur constituency visited the spot and said the bodies of the victims were badly mutilated and scattered all over the place.

Feb 23, 2021, 09:51 AM IST

BS Yediyurappa to expand Karnataka cabinet today, 7-8 new ministers likely to take oath

The announcement came two days after Yediyurappa finalised the expansion at a meeting with top BJP leaders, including party chief J P Nadda and Union Home Minister Amit Shah in New Delhi.

Jan 13, 2021, 10:46 AM IST

Karnataka CM BS Yediyurappa meets Amit Shah, JP Nadda in Delhi, hints at cabinet expansion soon

"There was a detailed discussion on cabinet expansion. You will get good news soon," Yediyurappa said.

Jan 11, 2021, 00:05 AM IST

Karnataka imposes night curfew till January 2 amid concerns over new UK coronavirus strain

The night curfew will remain in force between 10 pm and 6 am till January 2 across Karnataka.

Dec 23, 2020, 13:11 PM IST

Karnataka BJP wrests tough Sira Assembly seat from JD(S), CM's son BY Vijayendra credited for maiden win

In a major blow to the JD(S), the Karnataka BJP wrested the Sira Assembly seat from it on Tuesday.

Nov 10, 2020, 17:50 PM IST

Andhra CM YS Jaganmohan Reddy, Karnataka's BS Yediyurappa offer prayers at Venkateswara Temple in Tirumala

The Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh YS Jaganmohan Reddy along with his Karanataka counterpart BS Yediyurappa offered prayers at the Lord Venkateswara Temple in Tirumala on Thursday (September 24, 2020). 

Sep 24, 2020, 14:54 PM IST

In a first, Karnataka CM flags off RORO train between Bengaluru and Maharashtra's Solapur

Yediyurappa said RORO is a hassle-free and environment-friendly service. A RORO train has wagons on which trucks and other vehicles with goods can be loaded.

Aug 30, 2020, 14:56 PM IST

Toy cluster at Koppala can generate 40,000 jobs in 5 yrs: Karnataka CM BS Yediyurappa

India's 'first toy manufacturing cluster' to come up at Koppal has the potential to create 40,000 jobs in five years and attract over Rs 5,000 crore investment, Karnataka Chief Minister BS Yediyurappa said here on Sunday.

Aug 30, 2020, 14:53 PM IST

Karnataka CM BS Yediyurappa to flag off first RORO train from Bengaluru to Solapur on Sunday

He will be accompanied by Union Minister of State for Railways Suresh Angadi, State Revenue Minister R Ashoka and senior Railway officials.

Aug 29, 2020, 15:38 PM IST

SDPI member arrested for inciting Bengaluru violence; BJP, Congress call for peace

Hours after a violent mob went on a rampage on the streets of Bengaluru and attacked the residence of a Congress MLA and police stations in KG Halli area in the city, the Bengaluru Police have nabbed a local SDPI leader Muzammil Pasha for allegedly inciting the riots.

Aug 12, 2020, 12:37 PM IST

3 dead after violent clashes erupt in Bengaluru, Karnataka CM BS Yediyurappa assures strict action against accused

Three people died in police firing after violence erupted in Bengaluru on Tuesday (August 11) over an alleged derogatory social media post by a Congress leader's relative.

Aug 12, 2020, 10:33 AM IST