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Media consultant Prajwal Prasad questioned over alleged fabricated sting video targeting Siddaramaiah
Prajwal Prasad, a media consultant for H.D. Kumaraswamy, appeared before the Bengaluru Central Crime Branch on Tuesday for questioning regarding an alleged fabricated sting video targeting Siddaramaiah. Police stated that Ritesh Pandey claimed Prasad instructed him to purchase a mobile phone used in the operation. Investigators are now seeking to establish the planning, funding, and involvement of other figures.
Kumaraswamy refutes police claims sting video targeting Siddaramaiah was exchanged at Delhi residence
Union Minister H.D. Kumaraswamy refuted allegations by the Bengaluru City Police that a sting video targeting former Chief Minister Siddaramaiah was exchanged at his Delhi residence on November 2, 2026. During a press conference, Kumaraswamy accused Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar of conspiring to distribute videos and dared the police to summon him for investigation regarding the sting operation.
H.D. Kumaraswamy dares Bengaluru Police to act after alleged sting video exchange
Union Minister H.D. Kumaraswamy dared the Bengaluru Police to take action against him on November 2, 2026, after they alleged a sting video was exchanged at his Delhi residence. He refuted the claims and accused Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar of conspiring to distribute videos. Meanwhile, the Central Crime Branch searched the office of Rakesh Shetty following a court warrant.
Bengaluru police search Power TV MD Rakesh Shetty over alleged Siddaramaiah sting video
The Central Crime Branch of Bengaluru police searched the residence and office of Power TV Managing Director Rakesh Shetty on November 2. The searches targeted the alleged fabrication of a sting video involving former chief minister Siddaramaiah. Investigators also accused expelled Congress leader Kripa Alva of involvement. The action followed reports that the phone used for the upload was allegedly at a Union Minister's residence.
Bengaluru police search Power TV MD Rakesh Shetty over alleged fabricated Siddaramaiah sting video
The Central Crime Branch (CCB) of Bengaluru police searched the residence and office of Power TV Managing Director Rakesh Shetty on November 2. The investigation involves the alleged fabrication of a sting video targeting former chief minister Siddaramaiah. Authorities are seeking to establish a chain of custody for a mobile phone allegedly used at the official residence of Union Minister H. D. Kumaraswamy.
Priyank Kharge alleges Union Minister pressures Centre to use ED, IT against him
Priyank Kharge, Karnataka’s Home Minister, alleged that a Union Minister is pressuring the Centre to use the Enforcement Directorate and Income Tax Department against him and his colleagues. He claimed the minister seeks to implicate Congress leaders in an investigation into KPSC recruitment irregularities. The allegations surfaced amid a controversy involving a sting operation video linked to the minister's residence.
BDA finalizes 46.25 acres for ₹500 crore, 250-metre-high skydeck project in west Bengaluru
The Bangalore Development Authority (BDA) finalized 46.25 acres of land in west Bengaluru for a 250-metre-high skydeck project. The project, championed by D.K. Shivakumar, received Cabinet approval in August 2024 with an estimated cost of up to ₹500 crore. P. Manivannan stated the authority is preparing to invite design proposals while a transaction adviser has been onboarded to assess feasibility.
Priyank Kharge claims technical evidence links H.D. Kumaraswamy to sting video targeting Siddaramaiah
Home Minister Priyank Kharge stated on Sunday that technical evidence links people associated with Union Minister H.D. Kumaraswamy to a mobile phone connected to an alleged sting video targeting Siddaramaiah. Kharge asserted the current revelations are only a "trailer" of the investigation. He claimed the evidence proves the minister is indulging in activities to malign senior leaders and the party.
Yathindra Siddaramaiah urges digital books and technology-driven learning resources in Kannada
Yathindra Siddaramaiah, Minister in-charge of Mysuru district, urged the development of digital books and technology-driven learning resources in Kannada during a Rajyotsava Day address on November 1, 2026. He emphasized providing quality study materials for Kannada medium students to support science, technology, and competitive exams. He also reported that the government disbursed ₹4,352 crore under the Gruha Lakshmi scheme in the district.
CCB finds link to H.D. Kumaraswamy’s residence in Siddaramaiah sting probe
The Central Crime Branch (CCB) discovered a link to Union Minister H.D. Kumaraswamy’s official residence in New Delhi during its probe into an alleged sting operation video targeting Siddaramaiah. Investigators found that Ritesh Pandey received the mobile phone used for the fabricated video at the residence. The CCB also identified Prajwal Prasad and Vinod Sharma as individuals who allegedly assigned the task.
Karnataka CM plans to officially recognize Kannada flag during November 30 legislature session
D.K. Shivakumar, the Karnataka Government Chief Minister, announced plans to officially recognize the Kannada flag during the upcoming Winter legislature session starting November 30. The government intends to issue orders enabling private institutions to fly the flag and potentially making it mandatory for state-supported entities. Legal options will be explored to secure official status without violating national flag rules.
KSP delays 88th Kannada Sahitya Sammelana over Mahesh Joshi financial irregularity court case
The Kannada Sahitya Parishath (KSP) has delayed the 88th Akhila Bharata Kannada Sahitya Sammelana, which was planned for Ballari in December 2025. The delay stems from a pending court case regarding the removal of former president Mahesh Joshi following allegations of financial irregularities. While Siddaramaiah earmarked a ₹10 crore grant, officials cited drought conditions as a potential obstacle.
