Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy Chief Minister D. K. Shivakumar have strongly criticized the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Members of Parliament (MPs) from the state, accusing them of neglecting Bengaluru’s development and failing to secure central funds due to Karnataka. Speaking at a joint press conference in Bengaluru on October 22, 2025, both leaders alleged that despite repeated requests, the state’s BJP MPs had not pressed the Union government for allocations related to urban infrastructure, flood relief, and pending grants under central schemes such as the Smart City Mission and the Bengaluru Suburban Rail Project. They argued that the lack of cooperation from BJP representatives was stalling critical projects in the state’s capital, especially in areas of drainage improvement, solid waste management, and transportation expansion. Siddaramaiah emphasized that the state government has been fulfilling its fiscal responsibilities but has been “stonewalled” by the Centre’s bureaucratic delays and political indifference. He cited data showing that over ₹4,500 crore in sanctioned funds remain unreleased for civic and environmental projects, while ₹3,200 crore allocated for the Bengaluru Metropolitan Transport Corporation (BMTC) fleet modernization is pending approval. Deputy CM Shivakumar, who also heads the Bengaluru Development Ministry, accused the BJP of deliberately neglecting the city to discredit the Congress-led administration ahead of the 2026 Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP) elections. He said the Congress government had already initiated state-funded efforts for stormwater drain revamps, new metro corridors, and water recycling plants to compensate for the shortfall in central funding. #KarnatakaPolitics #Siddaramaiah #DKShivakumar #BJP #Congress #BengaluruDevelopment #UrbanInfrastructure
As the U.S. government shutdown drags into its third week, thousands of federal workers and contractors have begun facing temporary layoffs and furloughs, deepening public frustration and economic unease. Essential services such as air travel safety, national parks, and administrative processing have been hit hardest, with employees in agencies like the Department of Transportation and Homeland Security among the most affected. The impasse stems from a prolonged standoff in Congress over budget allocations and debt-limit provisions. This isn’t America’s first brush with shutdown turmoil — a similar crisis in 2019 under Donald Trump’s administration lasted 35 days, the longest in U.S. history, causing an estimated $11 billion loss to the economy. The current deadlock under President Trump’s leadership echoes those same tensions, with disputes over federal spending, immigration, and aid packages at the heart of the stalemate. Major cities like Washington D.C. and Atlanta are witnessing demonstrations by unpaid workers demanding urgent relief measures. Economists warn that if the shutdown continues, the ripple effects could extend to private contractors, small businesses, and local economies dependent on federal operations. Consumer confidence has already dipped, and analysts predict potential slowdowns in GDP growth if the crisis persists. The White House has urged bipartisan compromise, but with political divisions widening ahead of the 2026 midterms, resolution still seems uncertain. #USShutdown #GovernmentCrisis #DonaldTrump #Congress #USEconomy #FederalWorkers #WashingtonDC #PoliticalStandoff #USPolitics
Maharashtra Congress chief Harshavardhan Sapkal has called the RSS’s recent references to Mahatma Gandhi an ideological defeat, arguing that the organization is attempting to rewrite history. Sapkal criticized the RSS and its political affiliate, the BJP, for invoking Gandhi’s legacy despite decades of opposing his principles, accusing them of hypocrisy. According to him, this “sudden reverence” is a sign of ideological surrender rather than genuine respect. He highlighted that the RSS-BJP framework was historically rooted in divisive politics and confrontation with Gandhi’s ideas of nonviolence, social equality, and inclusion. By portraying Gandhi in a favorable light now, Sapkal said, the RSS is attempting to co-opt his moral authority for political advantage, particularly ahead of elections, rather than demonstrating consistent adherence to his teachings. Sapkal’s statement has sparked debate in political circles about historical interpretation, political messaging, and ideological consistency. Congress leaders argue that respect for Gandhi should be genuine, consistent, and reflected in actions, not selectively highlighted when politically convenient. Analysts note that this controversy could shape voter perception, especially among communities sensitive to historical narratives and moral authority. #RSS #HarshavardhanSapkal #MahatmaGandhi #IdeologicalDefeat #BJP #Congress #PoliticalCriticism #IndianPolitics #HistoricalLegacy #Controversy (timesofindia.indiatimes.com)
The U.S. government has officially entered a shutdown after Congress failed to pass a stopgap funding bill, leaving federal agencies without funds to operate. The deadlock arose from sharp divisions between Republicans and Democrats over federal spending priorities, border security, and aid to Ukraine. With no agreement reached before the fiscal deadline, non-essential federal services have been forced to halt, while essential functions such as national security and air traffic control continue. Hundreds of thousands of federal employees face unpaid furloughs or delayed salaries, adding to the pressure on both lawmakers and citizens. The shutdown highlights deepening political gridlock in Washington, with both sides blaming each other for the impasse. Democrats accuse Republicans of holding the economy hostage with partisan demands, while GOP leaders argue that unchecked federal spending is unsustainable. Economists warn that if the shutdown continues, it could disrupt markets, delay public services, and hurt economic recovery. For ordinary Americans, the impact will soon be felt in delayed government assistance, closed national parks, and uncertainty over federal programs. The coming days will determine whether Congress can overcome the deadlock and restore funding. #USShutdown #Congress #GovernmentShutdown #WashingtonPolitics #FederalFunding #USPolitics #EconomicImpact #PartisanDivide #AmericanDemocracy #StopgapBill
A heated controversy erupted when Pintu Mahadev, a BJP spokesperson, allegedly threatened that “Rahul Gandhi will be shot in the chest” during a televised debate. In response, Congress demanded urgent intervention from Home Minister Amit Shah, labeling the threat “cold, calculated and chilling” and warning that inaction would amount to normalizing violence against political opponents. Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah also expressed shock and questioned the silence of top leadership over the remark. #DeathThreat #PoliticalViolence #RahulGandhi #Congress #BJP #HomeMinistry #FreeSpeech #SafetyOfLeaders #Democracy #Accountability
The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government in Punjab is facing criticism from both Congress and BJP after the failure of two gates at the Madhopur headworks during recent floods in Amritsar and Gurdaspur. Three junior officials were suspended, but opponents are demanding accountability from higher officials for what they say was mismanagement, especially in the release of large water volumes from the Ranjit Sagar Dam. #PunjabFloods #MadhopurHeadworks #AAPGovernment #FloodMismanagement #RanjitSagarDam #Amritsar #Gurdaspur #PoliticalCriticism #Congress #BJP #AccountabilityDemand #InfrastructureFailure #WaterManagement #PunjabPolitics #News #newsone
The Adani Group has sparked a major political storm after being allotted 1,050 acres of land in Pirpainti, Bhagalpur (Bihar) on a lease of ₹1 per year for 33 years to build a 2,400 MW thermal power plant. Congress leader Pawan Khera accused the BJP-led Bihar government and Industries Minister Nitish Mishra of favoring Adani just ahead of state elections. He alleged that the land, home to nearly 10 lakh trees including mango, litchi, and teak, would be cleared, causing massive environmental damage. The opposition called it a “land gift” to Adani and demanded the deal be scrapped. The Bihar government rejected the claims, clarifying that a transparent bidding process was followed where four companies participated, and Adani Power won by quoting the lowest tariff of ₹6.075 per unit. Government officials argue the project will bring jobs, investment, and power to the region, but critics say it highlights crony capitalism and raises serious concerns about environmental impact, public interest, and fairness in resource allocation. #AdaniGroup #BiharPolitics #Pirpainti #Bhagalpur #ThermalPowerPlant #LandAllotment #EnvironmentalConcerns #CronyCapitalism #BJP #Congress #PawanKhera #NitishMishra #PoliticalStorm #ResourceAllocation #GreenIndia #DeforestationAlert #PublicInterest #InvestmentVsEnvironment #News #newsone
सलग चारवेळा विधानसभेची निवडणूक चढत्या मताधिक्याने जिंकणारे पूर्व नागपूरचे भाजपचे विद्यमान आमदार कृष्णा खोपडे हे केवळ त्यांच्या मतदारसंघात काँग्रेसचे विधान परिषद सदस्य अभिजित वंजारी यांनी जनसंपर्क कार्यालय उघडल्याने अस्वस्थ झाले आहेत. https://www.loksatta.com/politics/east-nagpur-bjp-mla-krishna-khopde-congress-abhijit-vanjari-public-relations-office-print-political-news-ssb-93-5327593/lite/ #Congress #BJP #politics
I wish the politics becomes a tool for social reforms again as it used to be once when leaders genuinely cared about society and above all the country! #India #politics #AtalBihariVajpayi #Congress #RahulGandhi #NarendraModi #BJP #indians
Voter Adhikar yatra organised under the guidance of shri Rahul Gandhi. #RahulGandhi #Congress #VoteAdhikarYatra #YouthCongress #JanAdhikar
Election commission has asked Rahul Gandhi for proofs along with declaration under oath for alleging the issues in voter list. #RahulGandhi #Congress #ElectionCommision #India
Rohan Jaitley, son of former Finance Minister Arun Jaitley, tweets, "Rahul Gandhi now claims my late father, Arun Jaitley, threatened him over the farm laws. Let me remind him, my father passed away in 2019. The farm laws were introduced in 2020. More importantly, it was not in my father's nature to threaten anyone over an opposing view. He was a staunch democrat and always believed in building consensus. If at all such a situation was to occur, as it often does in politics, he would invite free and open discussions to arrive at a mutually acceptable solution to all. That was simply who he was and that remains his legacy today. I would appreciate Rahul Gandhi being mindful while speaking of those not with us. He attempted something similar with Manohar Parrikar ji, politicising his final days which was in equally poor taste..." #RahulGandhi #Congress #ArunJaitley #politics
Union Home Minister Amit Shah lost his temper and strongly rebuked the Opposition for repeatedly interrupting External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar during his address to the House on Operation Sindoor. Shah stood up from his seat to criticize the Opposition after several disruptions. Jaishankar was responding to claims by U.S. President Donald Trump regarding a ceasefire during heightened India-Pakistan tensions. The Opposition began protesting when Jaishankar asserted that no conversation had taken place between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Trump during the period of Operation Sindoor. He clarified that there were no phone calls between the two leaders from April 22 to June 17. #amitshah #NarendraModi #EAMJaishankar #BJP #Congress
Members of Parliament today submitted a memorandum to the Lok Sabha Speaker to remove Justice Yashwant Varma. 145 Lok Sabha members signed the impeachment motion against Justice Verma under Articles 124, 217, and 218 of the Constitution. MPs from various parties, including #Congress , #TDP , #JDU , #JDS , #JanSenaParty , AGP, SS (Shinde), LJSP, SKP, CPM, etc., signed the memorandum. Notable signatories include MPs Anurag Singh Thakur, Ravi Shankar Prasad, LoP Rahul Gandhi, Rajiv Pratap Rudy, PP Chaudhary, Supriya Sule, KC Venugopal, and others. #India #Judiciary #JusticeVarma
