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Karnataka Today newsletter: All you need to know about the Prajwal Revanna sexual abuse case, and more
Over the past week, a massive sex scandal has rocked Karnataka, overshadowing the political discourse in the ongoing Lok Sabha elections. In the thick of it all is Prajwal Revanna, grandson of former PM HD Deve Gowda, and sitting MP from Hassan. On April 27, the Karnataka government, at the behest of the State Commission for Women, constituted a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to probe into the alleged video clips of sexual abuse and exploitation involving the Hassan MP.
With pressure building on an embarrassed JD(S), the party suspended Mr. Prajwal earlier this week. On May 1, the Hassan MP — who had fled to Germany on April 27 morning — was served a notice by the SIT to appear for questioning within 24 hours. He is said to have sought seven days’ time to do so, through his lawyers.
What does the sexual abuse scandal mean for the JD(S)’s future, and its alliance with the BJP? How will this affect the women victims? How limiting are ex-parte injunctions in a case like this? Watch to know more.
The Special Investigation Team (SIT) has issued a lookout circular against Prajwal Revanna, the grandson of former Prime Minister H.D. Deve Gowda and ‘absconding’ Hassan MP. The Janata Dal (Secular) has suspended the MP who is accused of sexual harassment of several women and is believed to be in Germany.
The lookout circular has been issued to all immigration points across India, which means Mr. Prajwal will be detained as soon as he reports at any of the immigration points at airports, sea ports, or at border checkposts. This comes a day after he did not comply with a notice by the SIT summoning him for questioning. An advocate claiming to represent the Hassan MP had sought seven days’ time for his client to present himself before the SIT. Sources in the SIT said Mr. Prajwal’s return ticket has been booked for May 15.
Calling JD(S) candidate of Hassan Prajwal Revanna a ‘mass rapist’, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi said Prime Minister Narendra Modi should apologise to the nation for campaigning for such a candidate.
He claimed that Prime Minister Narendra Modi knew about his case when he campaigned for him for the Lok Sabha elections. “Mr. Modi should seek an apology from the nation for campaigning for him,” he said.
Discussion on forming 'Greater Mysuru City Corporation' for integrated development and improved civic amenities in Mysuru.
Yadgir district's education sector challenges discussed in Karnataka Development Programme meeting, highlighting issues and proposed solutions.
IIT-Hyderabad Runners' Club will organise a grand half marathon on December 1, with multiple categories for all levels.
Collector Sridhar Cherukuri engages with public during 'Palle Nidra' initiative, interacts with school, village secretariat, and SHG members.
“Kaavi Kale is a method-based art without rigid forms, allowing for diverse artistic influences,” said Janardhan Rao Havanje, an artist and researcher in Kaavi Kale on Friday.
The National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences (NIMHANS), which is an instrumentality of the State, has to conduct itself as a model employer and has to be considerate while treating the claims of women employees for maternity and child care leave (CCL), said the High Court of Karnataka.
Telangana BJP president praises Maharashtra voters for rejecting Congress' divisive tactics, hails BJP's growing support and governance model.
Tender floated for Pachamalai Tourism Development Project to enhance infrastructure and promote sustainable tourism in the region.
Jharkhand MLAs' family members face defeat in elections as high-profile women lose, including wives of ex-CMs and daughters-in-law.
Nirangal Moondru movie review: Atharvaa, Sarathkumar and Rahman headline Nirangal Moondru, an imperfect yet intriguing tale on parenthood, lost causes and redemption
Communist Party of India (Marxist) leaders oppose Union government's decision to construct nuclear power plant in Srikakulam district.