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Yeddyurappa urges former minister Hartalu Halappa to remain in BJP

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With reports rife about former BJP minister Hartalu Halappa’s plans of hopping over to Congress, BJP Karnataka state president B S Yeddyurappa held mediation with Halappa, who is angry at the fact that the party is not in favour of issuing him ticket for the Assembly election this time.

During the conciliation talks between the two, Yeddyurappa felt that he had succeeded in convincing Halappa not to desert the party. However, Halappa himself remained tight-lipped about the outcome of the effort.

The meeting between the two leaders was brokered by BJP MP, Shobha Karandlaje.

It is said that Yeddyurappa explained to Halappa, who has been demanding party ticket from Sagar constituency, about the current conditions in this constituency, and vote calculations. He also told Halappa that as per the internal survey conducted by the party, Halappa does not have a bright chance of winning. Yeddyurappa also requested Halappa to work for the party in spite of who is fielded by the party, and assured him of a bright future in the party.

Halappa was reminded that the party had stood by him firmly during the critical period of his life and that if he crosses over to some other party now, voters will form a wrong opinion about him. Yeddyurappa told him that politically also this move might backfire. Halappa however, remained non-committal and returned after saying that he would work for the party. Based on this reaction, BJP camp feels that there are bright chances of him remaining with the party.

Halappa said that he was happy with the discussion he had with Yeddyurappa, and that he will give his reaction after Yeddyurappa speaks about it. He also refused to speak anything about the ticket for the Assembly election.

Woman Attempts Suicide After Co-Workers Spread Rumours Of Extra-Marital Affair At Workplace

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Never-ending taunts and harassment from co-workers drove BPO employee Trushali Manjrekar, 38 to attempt to kill herself by overdosing on pills on Sunday. She had previously reported the harassment at the Vikhroli Parksite police station, but the cops reportedly did not act on it. Now, Navghar police have registered the matter and are probing it further.

Trushali resides in Mulund East and works for a reputed BPO. In the suicide note found by the cops at her home, she wrote, “Colleagues repeatedly spread rumours about me being in a relationship with other employees in the company. I am frustrated with this. I constantly raised my voice against it, but nothing changed.”

This caused trouble in her marriage too, as her husband Shailesh had also begun doubting her. However, Trushali was saved in time on Sunday because of Shailesh.”I was trying to contact Trushali around 6-6.30 pm on Sunday, but she wasn’t answering my call. I got worried and called my neighbour for help,” he said, adding, “One neighbour found the door closed. He broke it open, and found Trushali lying on floor with medicine strips around her. He immediately shifted her to Ashirwad hospital.”

Akhilesh Kumar Singh, DCP (zone-7) said, “We are checking the status of the complaint made by Trushali in Parksite police station and will act accordingly”. Trushali is currently under observation in an ICU. Navghar cops have made a diary entry of the incident.

Mumbai Constable Molests Senior Officer’s Teen Son, Arrested

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The constable, working with Kalbadevi traffic division, has been booked under POCSO Act and remanded to police custody

The Mulund police arrested a 50-year-old constable working with the Kalbadevi traffic division on Sunday for allegedly molesting the 15-year-old son of an assistant sub-inspector attached with the Thane police. Officers said the incident happened on March 31, when the constable, Pramod Thombre, reached his third-floor residence in a Mulund building and sent a girl to the ground-floor residence of the boy, who was alone at home then, asking him to come up to his house.

When the Std X student arrived at Thombre’s house, the constable struck up a normal conversation with him, asking him about his exams and what he planned to do when he grew up. When the teenager told him he wanted to join the Indian Navy, Thombre told the boy that clearing the medical exam for Navy was tough and he (Thombre) could give him tips.

The constable then asked the boy to remove his clothes and touched him inappropriately. Frightened, the boy told the accused that he had not locked his house before coming up and ran away. He later told his mother about the incident, who called up her husband, and an FIR was registered at the Mulund police station under relevant sections of the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act. Thombre was questioned and then put under arrest. He was produced before a city court, which sent him to two-day police custody.

Police says
Shreepad Kale, senior police inspector, Mulund police station, said, “Constable Pramod Thombre has been booked under relevant sections of Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POSCO) Act. He has been remanded to police custody.”

PAAMA Agrico joins hands with RVCE

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Determining the fact that the future of Agricultural Sector depends on technological advancements
PAAMA Agrico, India’s fastest growing, agricultural equipment Research & Development organization partners with one of the most prestigious educational institutions, RVCE (RV College of Engineering, Bengaluru) for its Research & Development Collaboration. This association intends to address inherent agricultural industry challenges with advancements made through research, innovation and technological development.

Elucidating the trend of how the World’s economic superpowers are driven by their manufacturing capabilities and emulating this in the Indian landscape, Mr. Srinivas P Kamisetty, Founder, PAAMA Agrico says, “50% of India’s population is rural, and continues to be subject to uncertainties related to agriculture. The genesis of cost-effective, durable, easy-to-use agricultural equipments that are in compliance with natural climatic changes; will be a cog in the wheel, determining the growth of the economy and consequently improve the nation’s status.” He further explains that, “RVCE has state-of-art Research & Development Centre that fosters several patented initiatives. Moreover being an Alumnus, who was actively engaged in such efforts, this choice comes to me quite naturally.”
Dr. K N Subramanya, Principal, RVCE says, “We are happy to associate with PAAMA Agrico’s Research & Development initiatives and collaborate with them on technological developments.”
Academic-industry partnerships have gained momentum in burgeoning landscape of agriculture; as a result of economic pressure, growing business complexity and ability of academic institutions to provide interdisciplinary viewpoint. In turn facilitating a new pathway in the manner people work, exchange information and conduct research in this industry.
Dr. Sridhar R & Prof. Gangadhar Angadi, faculty Department of Mechanical Engineering, RVCE, believe that “It has been witnessed that students working in manufacturing industry express higher level of job satisfaction as opposed to services industry; hence we consider the exposure to manufacturing industry as a quintessential and expresses gratitude to PAAMA Agrico, for enabling us with this engagement.”
Academic-industry Research & Development partnerships have been cited as the norm in the business environment that is subject to scientific discoveries and technological breakthroughs owing to the recompenses that it has to offer. Founded on the philosophy of engineering progress by taking mechanization to a whole new level, PAAMA Agrico’s believes that its intensive efforts in the R&D space marks its key market differentiator.
About PAAMA Agrico:
PAAMA Agrico is India’s favourite, agricultural equipment research and development organization; founded in the year 2015 with the objective of revolutionizing traditional and time intensive farming processes with sustainable technology.
PAAMA’s research centric approach, cutting edge product features, direct communication & distribution touch-points with farmers, after sales services, dynamic leadership that bring in both global and local exposure and ability to provide invincible quality & pricing has earned it the status of being best-in-class among the Rotavators and Cultivator industry.
A make in India brand, PAAMA has its state-of-art manufacturing facility is spread over 20,000 sq feet of Factory Space on a 100,000 sft plot of land in Doddaballapur Industrial Area, Bengaluru of Karnataka. For further information please visit www.paama.in

Spice Girl Melanie C Speaks About Her Tour In UAE With The Back Street Boys

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One of the Spice Girl, Melanie Smith gives her candid opinion on music, fashion and moreover on Spice Girls rumors ahead of her performance at Dubai’s Blended Music Festival, and even the so – called Spice Girls reunion which has been confusing to say the least, but at least the Dubai’s Spice fans have something to be happy about, as Melanie C is heading to United Arab Emirates (UAE) later this month! The Sporty Spice Girl will be performing at the Blended Music Festival on 20th Apr, 2018 alongside the Backstreet Boys. A Spice Girl and the Backstreet Boys in one night? Simply Unbelievable yet true! Here in this candid interview ahead of the show Melanie C, tells what to expect from her performance, what she thinks of UAE, her new venture as a DJ, and what’s really going on with the Spice Girls reunion.

On Her Performance At The Forthcoming Blended Music Festival In Dubai

We’ve got a 45 minute timeslot for the Dubai show, which is nice, because we can do a really punchy set, we can get loads of hits in there. I’ve had a long career and made loads of records, so there’s lots of songs I want to play, even spanning back to the mid – 90’s. We have a really fun set we would like to do for shows like this. We’ll probably do something similar that we do for the festivals in UK.

On Her Throwing Some Spice Girls Hits Of The 90’s Phase In The Blended Music Festival
That sounds about right! We’re going into rehearsals soon, and we’ve been talking over some songs we think could work really well, so we’ll throw together a really fun show for everyone.

On Her Performing On The Same Bill As The Backstreet Boys

It has been a long time since we first met the Backstreet Boys back in the 90’s. Our paths crossed a lot in Germany, because both bands were really big over there, and we spent a lot of time doing TV shows and big live performances out there. In fact, I think once we even shared a dressing room! They’re really, really lovely guys and I’m looking forward to catching up with them.

On Backstreet Boys Campaigning On Social Media For A Joint Backstreet Boys And Spice Girls tour

Of course I know there are a lot of people that want to see the Spice Girls back on stage together, and it would be a wonderful thing. But it’s not something that is planned to happen in the near future.

On The Reunion Of The Spice Girls

I get asked that question, generally, every single day, since the early noughtie 90’s.

On Her Being A Style Icon And Some Of Her Older Fashion Choices?

Absolutely, I think everybody does. But the wonderful thing about fashion is that, at the time you think you look great, and then there’s this whole period of time where you’re like ‘what was I thinking?’ But then after 2 decades, it looks great again! The 90’s is having a big resurgence, so I’m like ‘I’m ahead of my time’.

On Her Most Memorable Solo Concert Ever

That’s a good one. I have been so fortunate in my solo career. I’ve even played some territories that the Spice Girls never got to. Even Dubai! I’ve made it down to Australia. I was in Brazil and Mexico last year, places where the Spice Girls never performed live. So it’s been nice to do things that I haven’t done with the girls.
On Her Previous Visits To Dubai And Her Experience On Seeing Some Of UAE’s Sights & Sounds. I was in Dubai many, many years ago. These trips were always quite brief. But like a lot of people in UK, we love coming back to Dubai because the weather is glorious, and you have lovely restaurants. You know you’re going to have a sophisticated time, whether it’s dining, or parting, or just generally being looked after. So as you can tell, I’m very much looking forward to getting back out there.

On Her Plans On Doing Some Sightseeing This Time Around

I hope so. The trip is a little bit longer this time. With these things, you’re always dashing off to the next thing, but I think I have an extra day. I’ll have to do a little bit of research of what’s fun to do. Maybe someone can help me out?

On Her Last Album Namely “Version Of Me” And Also Her Plans For A New Release

Yes, it’s going very well and I’m very excited. I’m working with a fantastic producer and having a lot of fun in the studio. I can’t say too much at the moment, I’m keeping my cards close to my chest. But it’s something I hope to release later this year. All I can say it’s going to be a different “Version Of Me”. As everyone knows I like to jump from one thing to the next. It’s very musical, not like a musical theater, but it has a real musicality to it. I’m working with a respected producer and I think it’ll be a nice surprise that people will enjoy.

On Her Plans Of Turning A DJ

Being a lover of music, I’ve always quite fancied it. Somebody approached me to see if I’d want to do it, and I thought, ‘you know what, I’ll give it a try’. It’s been really fun figuring out what I want to play and how I want to be as a DJ. And the era of music that’s really relevant to me, and there were so many great styles, obviously the 90’s. So I’ve been working on a 90’s set, which is great, because it kind of spans dance music, more poppy stuff right through to clubby hard – core house & Britpop. It’s been really fun getting the dynamic of the set together, so that’s what I’ve been working on. My first DJ gig is in Paris very soon. I’m nervous obviously, but if it goes well, I’ll hopefully do a lot more in the future. It’s really fun and it is also like another additional string to my musical bow.

On Her Comparison With Paris Hilton

Oh! I too can do it, I am pretty sure I will do just fine.

On Her Being Quiet On The Social Media Platforms Of Late
I had a really busy year last year, and this year I’ve been in the studio with the new album. I just wanted to take a break and give myself a little bit of a breather from the social media platforms. I sometimes find it a bit time consuming. I just wanted to step away for a little bit and come back fresh when I’m ready to start promoting my new work.

On Her Latest Rumors About The Spice Girls Reunion

It’s absolutely fine. I know people are curious, and no step of the way have we wanted to mislead the people. We have come together, and we’re back with our previous manager Simon Fuller, and we are looking at opportunities. Animation is something we’ve talked about, an animated movie, a TV shows potentially, nothing reality, and this isn’t something that’s been discussed. And then, of course, the potential of performing together at some point. All of this is super early days; it’s still very much at the discussion stage. But it’s just really nice for us all to be back together, to kind of be under one roof. The Spice Girls legacy is so important to us. We just want to be positive and continue to inspire, not only young women, but people in general.

MEP’s youth rally led by Mr. Khan, a huge success

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A youth rally led by All India Mahila Empowerment Party’s (MEP) Vice President Mr. Khan, today in Bengaluru was a huge success, drawing crowd from all corners.

The rally which started from Jayanagar concluded at Freedom Park.

Mr. Khan, said that his party is confident of winning over 150 seats, in its maiden elections.

He said that the party’s President Dr. Nowhera Shaikh has been a social activist for the past 20 years, and her objective is to get justice for women and whole humanity.

Pre Monsoon Rain Show To Continue Over Bengaluru

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Bengaluru has been witnessing pre-Monsoon rains for the last couple of days. In addition to the showers, the city has even recorded some hailstorm activities which are by far a rare phenomenon for the garden city. At present also, thunderstorm and rains are going on.

However, the characteristics of the activity are short-lived and it usually gets over by the mid-night hours, starting again in the morning. As of now, Skymet Weather predicts that the rain activity would continue over the city, however, with a reduced intensity.

Further, by the second half of the week would see the activity picking up the pace again. During this time, the city would even witness an increment in the spread and duration both.

Pre Monsoon rain show continues over the city of Bengaluru, even though it is on the lighter side. In the last 24 hours from 8:30 am on Saturday, Bengaluru recorded traces of rainfall.

These rains can be attributed to the trough which has been extending across the Karnataka. As per weathermen at Skymet Weather, these Pre Monsoon rains are expected to continue for some time.

Updated on March 31 at 12:00 pm: Bengaluru has been recording pre-Monsoon rains for the past two days. As predicted by Skymet Weather, Bengaluru witnessed rainfall activity in the last 24 hours. In the last 24 hours from 8:30 am on Friday, Bengaluru city observatory recorded rain to the tune of 3.4 mm.

Meanwhile, during the same time frame, the Airport observatory recorded 4 mm of rainfall. These rains were mainly due to the trough which is extending from Madhya Pradesh to South Coastal Kerala. It is anticipated that light to moderate pre Monsoon rain is likely to continue for the next three to four days. In fact, strong winds will also accompany rains.

Updated on March 30 at 11:00 am: Bengaluru rains have remained in the backseat for quite some time now. In fact, the last time the city recorded some rains were on March 17. During that time, the city had seen rains of varied intensity between March 13 and March 17. Heavy rainfall of 38 mm was also recorded on March 16.

Big victory for Indian Army, massive setback for terror outfits in Kashmir

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The 10 out of 13 terrorists who were neutralized in the encounter hailed from the district of Shopian in Southern Kashmir. The terrorists were involved in several attacks against the security forces and civilians and were also responsible for the killing of Lt. Umer Fayaz.

It was a major victory for the defence forces yesterday in Jammu & Kashmir. 13 terrorists were neutralised in counter-insurgency operations in Draghad & Kachdooru in Shopian area and in Anantnag. The encounter was considered to be one of the biggest counter-insurgency operations in the recent years. The killing of 13 terrorists also came as a major setback to the terror groups operating in the valley. However, three jawans were martyred and four other civilians were also killed.

The counter-insurgency operations were carried out jointly by the Indian Army, CRPF and Jammu and Kashmir Police Force. The joint forces which received credible leads about the presence of terrorists started a search operation in Draghad and Kachdoora areas of Shopian on April 1st. The security forces who were carrying out the search operations were shot at by the hiding terrorists, ensuing encounter at both the sites. Ten terrorists were neutralised in Draghad. They have been identified as Adil Ahmed Thoker of Humhuna, Nazin Ahmad Dar of Nagbal, Ubaid Shafi Malla of Trenz, Yawar Itoo of Safanagri, Rayees Ahmed Thoker of Padarpora, Zubair Turay of Shopian and Ashfaq Malik of Pinjura, Ishfaq Ahmad Thoker, alias ‘Abrar’, Aetimad Hussain Malik and Sameer Ahmed Lone . It has been reported that this group of young militants had joined the terrorist group Hizbul Mujahideen in 2007.

The 10 terrorists who were neutralised in the encounter hailed from the district of Shopian in Southern Kashmir. The terrorists were involved in several attacks against the security forces and civilians and were also responsible for the killing of Lt. Umer Fayaz. It was a massive victory for the security forces, speaking to the press, DGP S.P Vaid made a passionate appeal asking the youth of Kashmir to not take up arms and demanded that they shun violence. “It is painful to all of us to see the loss of young lives. I appeal again to the parents of the boys, who have taken the wrong path to convince them to leave the path of violence and come home,” he said at the press conference. The bodies of the terrorists killed in Draghad have been handed over the families for their last rites.

The encounter at Kachdoora resulted in the death of three other terrorists. The identity of the terrorists is yet to be ascertained. Three jawans were also martyred in at Kachdoora were Gunner Nilesh Singh, Gunner Arvinder Kumar and Sepoy Hetram, all three of 34 Rajputana Rifles. Chief of Army Staff General Bipin Rawat saluted the supreme sacrifice of the soldiers and also offered condolences to the families of the martyred soldiers. Zubair Ahmad Bhat, a resident of Gopalpora, a civilian was wounded in the crossfire and succumbed to his injuries subsequently. Other civilians who were injured in the crossfire are being treated at different hospitals in South Kashmir. In the process of finishing the operation, the security forces also recovered many AK-47 assault rifles, grenades and other ammunition.

Inspector General SP Pani told the media that the mobile internet services would be suspended in four South Kashmir districts. Lt Gen A.K. Bhatt also made an appeal to the Kashmiri youth and asked them not be carried away by Pakistani proxies that lead them to the path of violence. Victor Force head B.S. Raju also assured that the security forces were doing everything in their capacity to reduce radicalisation in the valley. In order to maintain peace in the valley, the government authorities also imposed restrictions in Srinagar. Massive security forces were deployed in the valley. Huge contingents of CRPF personnel were also deployed to maintain law and order. Train services, markets, public transport and educational institutions were to be remained closed till Tuesday. Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti expressed condolences to the families of the civilians who were killed in the exchange of fire.

On the other hand, separatists and the Hurriyat leaders have called for a two-day bandh and strike in Kashmir. The bandh was led by Joint Resistance Leadership comprising of Syed Ali Shah Geelani, Yasin Mallik and Mirwaiz Umar Farooq. The separatist leaders lashed out the security forces for the killing of 13 terrorists and four civilians. Pakistan also accused India of launching a brutal crackdown in Shopian. Pakistan Prime Minister Shahid Khaqan Abbasi asked the international community to urge India to allow United Nations have access in Kashmir to carry out fact-finding missions.

Protests turn fatal, kills 4 in MP : Bharat Bandh

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A nationwide shutdown called by various Dalit organizations to protest against the Supreme Court’s ruling on amendments under the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act 1989 has taken a violent turn killing four people in Madhya Pradesh.

The Supreme Court on March 20 had introduced the provision of anticipatory bail in the act while directing that there would be no automatic arrest on any complaint filed under the law.

The ruling drew flak from the Opposition parties and some of its own leaders, who said that it would make the law ineffective.

Even as violent protests were reported from across the country, the Centre on Monday filed a petition seeking review of the apex court’s order diluting the provisions of the act that protects marginalized communities against discrimination and atrocities.

Earlier in the day, Union Law Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad confirmed that the government filed a comprehensive petition in the apex court which would be presented before the top court by senior lawyers. He said that the government didn’t agree with the SC’s ruling and that there was no intention of changing provision of reservation for minorities.

Meanwhile, a storm of outrage engulfed numerous parts of the country, including Bihar, Punjab, Odisha, Uttar Pradesh, and Rajasthan, which even saw angry protestors taking to the destruction of private and public property to send their message of disapproval to legislature and judiciary.

Below are the updates so far:

Inspector General Law and Order Makrand Deuskar said that four people have died in protests in Gwalior and Morena in Madhya Pradesh.

19 people got injured in Madhya Pradesh’s Gwalior of which two are in critical condition. Internet services have also been blocked in Gwalior district till 6:00 am tomorrow.

Shots were fired during protests in Madhya Pradesh’s Gwalior.

Delhi Police is alert. We have adequate police deployment at places and senior officials are also present on the field. All steps will be taken to maintain law and order: Deependra Pathak, spokesperson, Delhi Police on Bharat Band

We salute brothers and sisters from the Dalit community who have hit the streets to demand protection of their rights from the Modi government, tweets Congress president Rahul Gandhi.

One can understand if people protest, but why is opposition playing politics? Parties like Congress who did not give Bharat Ratna to BR Ambedkar are now acting like his followers: Union Minister Ramvilas Paswan.

Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh has appealed all political parties and groups to maintain peace and shun violence.

Informing that the Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led government has filed a review petition in Supreme Court for reconsidering of the verdict on the act, he urged the protesters on Monday to refrain from imposing blockades and committing violent acts.

Talking to the media, Rajnath said, “We have filed the review petition in Supreme Court. I appeal to all political parties and groups to maintain peace and not incite violence.”

Amidst protest, the shops were being forcibly shut down by protesters in Uttarakhand’s Dehradun.

A person has been killed in Madhya Pradesh’s Morena while curfew has been imposed in parts of Gwalior and Section 144 (prohibits assembly of more than 4 people in the area) imposed in Sagar.

Protesters were thrashed by police personnel in Uttar Pradesh’s Meerut for creating nuisance in the area.

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath also appealed the protestors not to disturb the law and order.

“The central and state governments are dedicated towards the welfare of backward castes, SC and ST. I appeal to all to not disturb the law and order. If at all there are any issues you can bring them to government’s notice,” Adityanath said.

A scuffle erupted between protesters and Police in Jharkhand’s Ranchi protesting against Supreme Court directive on SC/ST Act.

The protest turned violent in Uttar Pradesh’s Meerut and Rajasthan’s Barmer. Protestors damaged cars and public property. While the effects of Bandh has also been witnessed in Delhi’s Mandi House.

In Punjab, the transport and mobile Internet services have been suspended. The educational institutions also remain closed.

The protest spreads out to Agra and Rajasthan. Agitators are seen taking to the streets over the issue.

Protestors stop a train at Forbesganj Junction in Bihar in the wake of protests over the SC/ST act. The band has been called by Dalit organizations across the country.

The effects of Bandh are visible in Bihar where protestors blocked a train and roads in Sonapur area.

The Congress Party on Monday reiterated that the Centre did not present the Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe Protection Act properly before the Supreme Court.

Party leader Abhishek Manu Singhvi told ANI, “Of course, a review petition (SC/ST protection act) should be filed and it’s the right of the Government, it is a legal procedure. The basic question is that why they were unable to present the case properly before SC and lost; inquiry is needed.”

The police force has been deployed in Punjab’s Amritsar to avoid unwelcome situation due to the protests called by various Dalit organizations across the country.

Siddaramaiah challenges BSY to contest from Varuna and win

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Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has challenged BJP State President B S Yeddyurappa to contest from Varuna Assembly if he is so sure of victory.

Siddaramaiah’s son Dr Yathindra, is likely to be the Congress candidate from Varuna to facilitate which the CM will compete from Chamundeshwari constituency in Mysuru.

When reporters asked the CM about the speculations that BJP is in discussion to field Yeddyurappa’s son B Y Vijayendra from Varuna constituency, he replied that the people vote for those who have worked for the constituency and no one else. People think before they vote.

He said that if his son Dr. Yathindra stood for elections, the people will not vote for him only because he is a CM’s son, but they will vote for the work done by me for the segment as the CM.

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