Is Karnataka Governor’s phone being tapped, asks BJP
During a discussion on the motion of thanks to the Governor's address, H.K. Patil, the Law and Parliamentary Affairs Minister in Karnataka, sparked controversy by claiming that Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot was receiving instructions from New Delhi over the phone. This prompted accusations of phone tapping at Lok Bhavan from the opposition BJP, who demanded records to substantiate the claim. The issue escalated into a heated exchange with S. Suresh Kumar, a senior BJP member, demanding an explanation from Patil. The controversy also drew comparisons to past instances of phone-tapping allegations against previous governments, including the fall of the Ramakrishna Hegde government in 1988.
3 FEB 2026
— The Hindu
Disruptions in the Karnataka Legislative Council resulted from a heated exchange between Congress member Naseer Ahmed and BJP members led by C.T. Ravi, leading to the adjournment of proceedings.
— The Hindu
During a Legislative Assembly session, Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah became agitated and clashed with the Opposition over notice requirements for a resolution.
6 FEB 2026
— The Hindu
Yathindra, son of Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, affirmed that there are no leadership discussions within the Congress and that the high command has not considered removing Siddaramaiah.
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