The newly appointed BBMP Commissioner Maheshwar Rao has responded to criticism from Bangalore South MP Tejasvi Surya regarding the poor state of Bengaluru's civic infrastructure. In an exclusive interview with News18, Rao stated that the BBMP is committed to making Bengaluru the top city in India and welcomes suggestions and ideas for improvement. He also addressed criticisms of the Pothole Fix app, claiming that many complaints were found to be false.
Karnataka MP Tejasvi Surya, known for his fiery speeches and controversial statements, got married to Sivasri Skandaprasad in a grand ceremony on Thursday. The wedding was attended by top BJP leaders, including former Chief Minister BS Yediyurappa and several union ministers. Sivasri, who is a renowned Bharatanatyam dancer and also an expert in Carnatic music, hails from Chennai and was trained in various art forms from a young age. She has also represented India in cultural exchange tours to countries like South Korea and Denmark. The couple first met at a concert in Chennai and has been together ever since, with the Prime Minister himself praising Sivasri's talents before their wedding.
BJP MP Tejasvi Surya and editors of Kannada news portals have been booked for spreading false information about a farmer's suicide in Haveri district, Karnataka. Surya had shared an article on 'X' alleging the farmer's death was due to his land being taken over by the Waqf Board. The post was later deleted by the MP after the news was deemed fake by the district police. This incident has sparked a political controversy and raises questions about the responsibility of spreading news.
Bangalore South MP Tejasvi Surya has reached out to the public for suggestions on improving metro travel in the city. With the aim of making it smoother and more accessible for all, Surya has asked for feedback on issues like easy access to metro stations and additional feeder buses. He plans to take these suggestions to BMTC and BMRCL and push for the necessary improvements in the city's commute system. This comes after his recent tweet highlighting the traffic woes in Bengaluru and urging officials to take action.
During an election rally in Himachal Pradesh, Indian actress and BJP candidate Kangana Ranaut mistakenly referred to her party colleague Tejasvi Surya instead of targeting Rashtriya Janata Dal leader Tejashwi Yadav, leading to a social media frenzy. The gaffe also caught the attention of Yadav, who responded with a cryptic remark. Ranaut's speech showcased the heated political atmosphere in India, as she took a dig at the opposition alliance by calling them "spoiled princes."
The Chief Electoral Officer of Karnataka has lodged a case against BJP candidate Tejasvi Surya for posting a video on a social media platform that aimed to garner votes through religious sentiment. Surya had shared a video of 'Surya Tilak' being performed at the Ayodhya Ram Mandir, urging people to support his party. He faces a tough competition from Congress candidate Sowmyam Reddy in the ongoing Lok Sabha elections. In his defense, Surya stated that while BJP supporters make up the majority, they do not turn out to vote as actively as Congress supporters.
The Chief Electoral Officer of Karnataka announced that a case has been registered against the BJP's sitting MP and candidate for Bengaluru South, Tejasvi Surya, for violating the election code of conduct by soliciting votes on the ground of religion. This comes amidst polling in the state for the second phase of the Lok Sabha elections. The Bangalore South seat is a closely contested one between BJP's Surya and Congress's Sowmya Reddy. Meanwhile, Kolkata Knight Riders will face Punjab Kings at Eden Gardens in an IPL 2024 match, with all eyes on Mitchell Starc's performance.
A case has been filed against BJP's Bengaluru South candidate Tejasvi Surya for seeking votes on religious grounds. The Karnataka Chief Electoral Officer posted a statement on social media accusing Surya of soliciting votes based on religion. Surya, on the other hand, dismissed these allegations and confidently predicted that the Congress party will not win more than 30 seats in the Lok Sabha polls. He urged young voters to come out and vote in large numbers for the development of the nation.
The Election Commission has taken action against BJP MP and Bangalore South candidate Tejasvi Surya for a controversial video he posted on social media, which allegedly solicited votes on religious grounds. This action comes as he goes head-to-head with Congress candidate Sowmya Reddy, who is the daughter of Karnataka's Transport Minister. The Chief Electoral Officer of Karnataka took to 'X' to inform the public of this development.
In the second phase of polling for the Lok Sabha elections, 88 seats across 13 states and Union Territories are underway. Popular candidates such as Rahul Gandhi, Tejasvi Surya, Hema Malini, and Shashi Tharoor are contesting in key constituencies like Wayanad, Bangalore South, and Thiruvananthapuram. Stay informed about the latest updates and voting trends in regions like Kerala, Karnataka, Noida, and West Bengal through News18's real-time coverage.