HD Kumaraswamy urges media to refrain from involving him and Deve Gowda in obscene video case
Shivamogga: Former Chief Minister HD Kumaraswamy has strongly urged the media to refrain from implicating him and his father, HD Deve Gowda, in the recent JDS MP Prajwal Revanna pen drive scandal.
Addressing reporters at a press conference in Shivamogga, Kumaraswamy expressed frustration, questioning why their names were being dragged into the case.
"Why are you bringing HD Deve Gowda's name into the pen drive case? Why are you bringing my name?" he questioned, his tone sharp with bitterness. He further spoke on the importance of punishing the culprits responsible for the scandal, stressing that it not only tarnishes his reputation but also impacts society as a whole.
Kumaraswamy vehemently stated that he refuses to shoulder responsibility for the scandal and further said that those found guilty must face appropriate consequences. With an FIR already filed, he urged for a thorough investigation by the Special Investigation Team (SIT) to uncover the truth.
As he concluded, Kumaraswamy called for transparency, urging authorities to reveal who was behind the placement of the pen drive in Hassan. "Let the truth come out. Let the SIT investigate and report," he declared.
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PM Modi embarks on three-nation visit beginning with Jordan
New Delhi (PTI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday embarked on a visit to Jordan, Ethiopia and Oman -- countries which enjoy civilizational ties and exceptional bilateral relations with India.
"First, I will be visiting Jordan, on the invitation of His Majesty King Abdullah II ibn Al Hussein. This historic visit will mark 75 years of establishment of diplomatic relations between our two countries," the prime minister said in his departure statement.
Modi will hold detailed discussions with Jordanian King Abdullah II ibn Al Hussein, Prime Minister Jafar Hassan, and will also meet Crown Prince Al Hussein bin Abdullah.
In his first visit to Ethiopia, the prime minister will address the Joint Session of Parliament and share his thoughts on India's journey as the "Mother of Democracy" and the value that the India-Ethiopia partnership can bring to the Global South.
The prime minister will also hold discussions with Ethiopia's Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed Ali and meet the Indian diaspora.
"On the final leg of my journey, I will visit the Sultanate of Oman. My visit will mark 70 years of the establishment of diplomatic ties between India and Oman," Modi said.
In Muscat, the prime minister will hold discussions with the Sultan of Oman on strengthening the Strategic Partnership as well as a strong commercial and economic relationship.
"I will also address a gathering of the Indian diaspora in Oman, which has contributed immensely to the country's development and in enhancing our partnership," Modi said.
