HDK demands DKShi’s resignation; ‘No medicine for his jealousy,’ retorts Shivakumar
Bengaluru: JD(S) Karnataka unit President HD Kumaraswamy has demanded resignation of Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar alleging that, “he ( Shivakumar) is directly involved in the pen drive conspiracy that tarnishes the family of former Prime Minister HD Deve Gowda, he (Shivakumar) should resign immediately.”
Addressing reporters in the city on Tuesday, Kumaraswamy stated that the role of DK Shivakumar was clear in the audio conversation. “He should resign. Otherwise, the Chief Minister Siddaramaiah himself should dismiss him from the cabinet.”
He further claimed that Karthik, the creator of the pen drive, first brought the sleaze videos to Shivakumar, and Hassan's candidate of Congress party was present during this exchange. Kumaraswamy argued that it is inappropriate for Shivakumar to remain in the cabinet given his alleged involvement in the case.
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He accused Shivakumar of misusing his power and criticized the government for protecting him, warning that such actions would have severe consequences.
Kumaraswamy also alleged that there was a big political conspiracy plotted by Shivakumar for personal gain and electoral success. He criticized the government for allegedly shielding a ‘disgraced minister’ and suggested that Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah should address the issue, questioning their silence on the matter.
Kumaraswamy expressed concerns about the safety of lawyer Deveraj Gowda in jail, suggesting that there could be potential threats due to the involvement of individuals associated with the current government. He also questioned why Karthik Gowda, Naveen Gowda, and others involved in sharing the pen drive have not been arrested.
Meanwhile, retorting back at HDK’s allegations, Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar dismissed Kumaraswamy's allegations, stating that it was out of jealousy.
Speaking at a blood donation camp organized by the Youth Congress in honor of the Rajiv Gandhi memorial at Congress Bhavan, Shivakumar said, "There is no medicine for jealousy. He (Kumraswamy) wants me to resign. There is nothing wrong with having a wish."
Shivakumar further pointed out that, “Kumaraswamy was thinking as if he is a King maker, However, JD(S) secured only 18 seats under his presidency. Meanwhile, Congress secured 136 seats during my tenure.” He dismissed the JD(S)'s alliance with the BJP and suggested that Kumaraswamy could continue making accusations without impacting his position.
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KKR defeat LSG via Super Over
Lucknow (PTI): Kolkata Knight Riders edged Lucknow Super Giants via Super Overs in a battle between two bottom-placed teams in the IPL, here on Sunday.
Chasing a modest 156, LSG suffered a batting collapse and managed to tie the contest and take it to Super Over with No. 9 Mohammed Shami striking a last-ball six against a wayward Kartik Tyagi, who leaked 16 runs in the final over.
But Sunil Narine bowled a stunning Super Over conceding just one run and taking two wickets to give KKR an easy target.
Rinku Singh then finished the chase with a boundary off first ball from Prince Yadav.
Earlier the KKR were in deep trouble with 93/7 in 15 overs but Rinku smashed a sensational 83 not out from 51 balls including four sixes in a row in the final over to lift them to 155/7.
Cameron Green (34) was the only other batter to reach double-digit scores as KKR suffered a familiar batting meltdown with Mohsin taking his maiden fifer.
In reply, LSG continued their dismal show with the bat to succumb to their fifth loss in a row.
Brief Scores:
Kolkata Knight Riders 155/7; 20 overs (Rinku Singh 83 not out, Cameron Green 34; Mohsin Khan 5/23). Lucknow Super Giants 155/8; 20 overs (Rishabh Pant 42). KKR won via Super Over.
