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In Opposition without a leader

The poll debacle in Karnataka has deepened the divide in the State BJP

The Hindu

BSY endorses HDK’s corruption charges against govt. and says he will join hands in the fight

Veteran BJP leader B.S. Yediyurappa on Tuesday endorsed JD(S) leader H.D. Kumaraswamy’s allegations that there is corruption in the Congress dispensation and declared that he would join hands with him in the fight against corruption.

The Hindu

Yediyurappa set to fly to Delhi ahead of LP meeting to pick Leader of the Opposition

The Opposition Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) will likely elect its floor leader in the Karnataka Legislative Assembly, who will also function as the Leader of the Opposition, on Sunday, on the eve of the Budget session of the Karnataka Legislature.

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BJP identifies 11 leaders making controversial remarks and entrusts BSY with task of making them fall in line

Embarrassed by the episode of its leaders indulging in mud-slinging after the Assembly poll debacle, the Opposition Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has identified 11 leaders who have been making controversial remarks and has entrusted veteran leader B.S. Yediyurappa with the task of making them fall in line with party discipline.

The Hindu

BJP’s woes multiply after poll debacle, as mud-slinging brings to open lack of cohesion in Karnataka unit

The woes of the Opposition Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) have multiplied after its miserable defeat in the Karnataka Assembly elections, as groupism and lack of cohesion in the party are coming out in the open.

The Hindu

V. Somanna pitches himself for BJP Karnataka chief’s post, raises eyebrows

Senior Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader V. Somanna, who lost against Chief Minister Siddaramaiah in the recently concluded Assembly elections, on Friday staked claim for the party chief’s post. Such an uncharacteristic self-pitch for the party post has raised eyebrows, setting the party circles abuzz.

The Hindu

U.P., Gujarat poll experiments didn’t work in Karnataka: DVS

Former Chief Minister and senior BJP leader D.V. Sadananda Gowda on Friday, June 23, admitted that the Gujarat and Uttar Pradesh models that were experimented in Karnataka elections did not work. He, however, denied that senior party leaders were neglected during polls and not taken into confidence which led to…

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BSY calls upon party workers not to lose confidence over defeat in polls

Appealing to BJP workers not to lose confidence over the party’s defeat in the Assembly polls, former Chief Minister B.S. Yediyurappa suggested that they convey to the public how the ruling Congress cheated them in the name of guarantees.

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BJP workers in turmoil over State leadership’s ‘lack of drive’ to win elections, says Pratap Simha

Days after accusing the party leadership of “adjustment politics” with the Congress, Mysuru MP Pratap Simha has said that leaders at the helm of affairs in the State did not display the drive to win the Assembly elections.

The Hindu

Charges of ‘adjustment politics’ during Assembly elections trigger political debate

The comments of BJP leaders Pratap Simha and C.T. Ravi on “adjustment politics” causing the party’s rout in the 2023 Assembly elections have sparked off a political debate in Karnataka.

The Hindu

Dear Deputy CM, nice thought, but an elite task force is not what Bengaluru needs

A civic activist explained that as long as task forces or advisory groups are not institutionalised under the law, the members, however influential they may be, cannot bring about any change in Bengaluru

The Hindu

Karnataka election results | How did political heirs and families fare?

Ahead of the Karnataka Assembly polls, BJP leader and former Chief Minister B.S. Yediyurappa gave up his stronghold seat of Shikaripura in favour of his son B.Y. Vijayendra. We look at how candidates from influential families fielded by political parties performed in this year’s state Assembly election.

The Hindu

Yediyurappa On Karnataka Verdict: Victory and defeat aren't new to BJP; will introspect setback

As Congress surged ahead on Saturday in the Karnataka assembly elections results, BJP leader BS Yediyurappa said victory and defeat are not new for the party and it will introspect the setback. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Karnataka election results 2023 | Key constituencies where political heavyweights are battling it out

The key constituencies to watch out for on the result day of the Karnataka elections 2023 are Varuna, Kanakapura, Shiggaon, Hubli-Darwad, Channapatna, Shikaripura, Chittapur, Ramanagara, and Chikmagalur. These are witnessing contests between the state’s political bigwigs will be influential in deciding the outcome of the largely three-way battle.

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Exit polls will be proved wrong and BJP will get majority, say party top leaders

Stung by the exit polls that have projected an edge to the Opposition Congress, BJP State leaders have maintained that the exit polls will be proved wrong when votes polled in the Karnataka Assembly elections are counted on Saturday.

The Hindu

If party is above individuals, why is BJP seeking votes in name of Modi, asks Jagadish Shettar

“The truth is there cannot be a party without leaders. Both leaders and party are important,” says former Karnataka CM. Pointing out BJP’s failure to expand its base in southern States, including Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh and Kerala, Mr. Shettar said the reason is lack of leaders.

The Hindu

Jagadish Shettar | Loyalist-turned-rebel

The Hindu profiles: Jagadish Shettar | Loyalist-turned-rebel

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An election under the shadow of hatred in India’s Karnataka

Run-up to May 10 assembly polls sees polarising campaign by BJP in election rallies, on the streets and on social media.

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In Dharwad prestige fight, BJP turncoat looks to hold fort against all odds

“Who is going to win the seat? BJP or Mr Shettar?”

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Yediyurappa seeks Veerashaivas’ support for BJP in Mysuru

Former Chief Minister B.S. Yediyurappa on Wednesday told a meeting of Veerashaiva community in Mysuru that the Congress is engaged in a misleading propaganda that he was removed unceremoniously from the CM’s post and was insulted by the BJP.

The Hindu

Yediyurappa says BJP committed to implementing poll promises

The former Chief Minister B.S. Yediyurappa has said that the manifesto released by the BJP will help people of the State and the party is committed to implementing its poll promises. He was addressing an election rally in Shahapur on Wednesday.

The Hindu

In Siddaramaiah’s home turf, Amit Shah asks why elect a person who wants to retire

Union Home Minister Amit Shah said that the elections in Karnataka were important for the country, but Varuna is the most prestigious contest. He asked people why they should vote a person (Siddaramaiah) who has announced that this will be his last election and wants to retire

The Hindu

It is an election of generational shift at Shikaripur as BSY makes way for son

Shikaripur constituency in Shivamogga district is witnessing a generational shift in the May 10 Karnataka Assembly elections

The Hindu

I tried to get Jagadish Shettar a ticket, but BJP leadership had other plans, says Yediyurappa

Karnataka Assembly elections 2023: Interview with former Chief Minister of Karnataka and BJP stalwart B.S. Yediyurappa

The Hindu

Yediyurappa expresses confidence of winning election

Former Chief Minister B.S. Yediyurappa has expressed confidence of winning the elections and forming BJP government in the State. He requested the voters to bless BJP candidate Narasimha Naik with a margin of 50,000 votes.

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