War of words between JD(S) and Congress continues JD(S) accuses CM Siddaramaiah of being "arrogant" for stating he'd consider Gowda's curse as a blessing. The Hindu · Jan 7, 2024
JD(S) entered into alliance with BJP to defeat Congress in Karnataka Justifying the Janata Dal (Secular) alliance with BJP, former Prime Minister and JD(S) supremo H.D. Deve Gowda said that they entered into an alliance to defeat the Congress in Karnataka. The Hindu · Jan 5, 2024
Vishwanath welcomes Mallikarjun Kharge as PM candidate MYSURUMLC A.H. Vishwanath supports Mallikarjun Kharge as PM candidate, takes potshots at BJP for sidelining Advani. The Hindu · Dec 20, 2023
Deve Gowda invited for Ram mandir inauguration H.D. Deve Gowda has been invited to the inauguration of the newly built Ram temple in Ayodhya by PM Modi on Jan 22. He shared the news on social media. The Hindu · Dec 17, 2023
Ibrahim, C.K. Nanu expelled from JD(S) for ‘anti-party activities’ JD(S) expels C.M. Ibrahim & C.K. Nanu for anti-party activities. Party supremo H.D. Deve Gowda said decision was taken to protect party's image & interests. National executive committee unanimously endorsed decision. Resolution moved by Mandya & West Bengal unit presidents. Expulsion follows Ibrahim's rebellion against alliance with BJP. The Hindu · Dec 9, 2023
Deve Gowda to meet JD(S) leaders in Hassan on Dec. 1 JD(S) leaders to meet in Hassan on Dec 1; Deve Gowda invites all senior leaders. Meeting to discuss preparations for upcoming elections. Prajwal Revanna to be party's candidate for Hassan seat. A. Manju's opinion favouring Deve Gowda's contest for Hassan is personal. The Hindu · Nov 29, 2023
Ibrahim suspended from JD(S) for ‘anti-party activities’ JD(S) suspends C.M. Ibrahim for anti-party activities. He had opposed party's decision to ally with BJP and hinted at splitting it. Gowda cited 3 instances of his activities and issued an order. Ibrahim had joined JD(S) in 2022 and was State unit president. The Hindu · Nov 17, 2023
H.D. Kumaraswamy accuses Karnataka CM’s son Yathindra of seeking cash for postings The former CM’s accusation comes days after Congress accused him of stealing power to light up his J.P. Nagar residence in Bengaluru for Deepavali, following which Bescom filed an FIR. The Hindu · Nov 16, 2023
Fissures come to the fore in JD(S) Kerala unit The Janata Dal (S) [JD(S)] in Kerala appeared to edge closer to a split that might be politically consequential in some measure for the Left Democratic Front (LDF) government. The Hindu · Nov 15, 2023
Morning Digest | EAM Jaishankar meets newly appointed U.K. Foreign Secretary David Cameron; Delhi most polluted city in world, says Swiss survey, and more Morning digest | External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met with former U.K. Prime Minister and newly appointed Foreign Secretary David Cameron during his official visit to London. The Hindu · Nov 14, 2023
Nalwadi Krishnaraja Wadiyar award conferred on Deve Gowda Former CJI Venkatachaliah conferred Nalwadi Krishnaraja Wadiyar award on former PM Deve Gowda in Bengaluru. Mahesh Joshi (Parishat President) and Venkatachaliah praised Gowda's farsightedness. Gowda thanked dignitaries for conferring award at his residence due to ill health. The Hindu · Nov 6, 2023
Here are the big stories from Karnataka today Karnataka Today newsletter: State Election Commission publishes 2024 draft electoral rolls, and more The Hindu · Oct 27, 2023
We are the real Janata Dal (S), claims Kerala unit of party JD(S) Kerala unit claims H D Deve Gowda lost national president post by joining BJP; mulls options to stake claim to being "real JD(S"; UDF criticizes dual positions; unit to remain anti-BJP, non-Congress force. The Hindu · Oct 27, 2023
I never said CPI(M) backed BJP-JD(S) alliance, says Gowda JD(S) supremo Deve Gowda clarifies he never said Kerala's Left party supports BJP-JD(S) alliance. He said his party unit in Kerala is getting along with LDF govt. Kumaraswamy said situation in Kerala is different from Karnataka & issue confined to party in Karnataka. The Hindu · Oct 21, 2023
The Hindu · Oct 20, 2023 Deve Gowda’s claim of Pinarayi backing JD(S)-BJP pact roils Kerala politics Janata Dal (Secular) [JD(S)] national president H.D. Deve Gowda’s startling claim that Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan had tacitly backed his move to align with the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) roiled Kerala politics on Friday.
The Hindu · Oct 20, 2023 Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan denies Deve Gowda's claim that he approved of LDF partner JD(S)'s tie-up with BJP kerala chief minister Pinarayi Vijayan rejects Deve Gowda's claim of his approval of JD(S) alliance with BJP in Karnataka. He says it's baseless and untrue. He also attacks Congress for alleging links between CPI(M) and BJP. He reminds of 2006 when JD(S) joined BJP.
The Hindu · Oct 20, 2023 Deve Gowda’s claim on Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan’s nod for JD(S) alliance with BJP in Karnataka creates stir JD(S) Kerala unit refutes Deve Gowda's statement on alliance with BJP; Oppn alleges CPI(M)-BJP undercurrent; JD(S) had earlier rejected central leadership's decision to join NDA, opting to stand with LDF.
The Hindu · Oct 1, 2023 JD(S) Kerala unit makes clear to national party its anti-NDA stance JD(S) Kerala unit rebukes national leadership for joining NDA; State unit to meet Oct 7 to chart future course; CPI(M) & UDF criticize ambiguous position; spectre of realignment of forces in socialist parties; breakaway faction likely to join broader socialist platform, forming 3rd force in Kerala.
The Hindu · Sep 30, 2023 Hurt over JD(S)-BJP alliance being forged without informing me: Ibrahim Upset with former Chief Minister H.D. Kumaraswamy forging an alliance with the BJP, JD(S) State president C.M. Ibrahim on Saturday said he would take a decision on further course of action after meeting like-minded people on October 16. He claimed he was not in the know of developments leading up…
The Hindu · Sep 28, 2023 Dr. M.S. Swaminathan guided Karnataka in agriculture policies Eminent agriculture scientist and Father of Green Revolution in India M.S. Swaminathan had worked with Karnataka government in various capacities. He was a frequent visitor to Bengaluru where he took part in agriculture-related engagements and delivered lectures.
The Hindu · Sep 27, 2023 Deve Gowda defends pact with BJP, says JD (S) still committed to safeguarding minorities HD Deve Gowda assures JD(S)-BJP alliance in Karnataka will protect minorities; blames Congress for fall of 2019 govt. He claims alliance not opportunistic, but to protect regional party. Criticizes Rahul Gandhi for calling JD(S) BJP's B team. Assures minorities will be protected and CM Ibrahim will continue in party. Accuses…
The Hindu · Sep 26, 2023 Siddaramaiah accuses Opposition of politicising Cauvery dispute CM Siddaramaiah accuses BJP and JD-S of politicising Cauvery dispute for electoral gains. He claims the State Govt. has not opposed the bandh, but has imposed restrictions to ensure protestors do not take law into their hands. He also refers to former PM Deve Gowda's letter seeking PM Modi's intervention…
The Hindu · Sep 25, 2023 H.D. Deve Gowda writes to PM Narendra Modi urging the Centre to file a review petition in Supreme Court on Cauvery water sharing Former Prime Minister and Janata Dal (Secular) supremo H.D. Deve Gowda on September 25, 2023 urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to immediately intervene in the Cauvery river water sharing dispute between Karnataka and Tamil Nadu, and urged the Centre to file a review petition in the Supreme Court.
The Hindu · Sep 21, 2023 Here are the big stories from Karnataka today Karnataka Today newsletter: Flash protests by farmers in Karnataka after SC refuses to stay CWMA order on Cauvery water, and more
The Hindu · Sep 21, 2023 BJP-JD(S) alliance close to being formalised with HDD and HDK set to meet top BJP leaders in Delhi JD(S) leader H.D. Kumaraswamy to meet Union Home Minister Amit Shah and BJP President J.P. Nadda to discuss alliance for 2024 Lok Sabha polls. PM Modi and JD(S) patriarch H.D. Deve Gowda may also hold talks.