In Karnataka’s current political climate, loyalty is rare and commands a high premium. The BJP knows this. That's one reason why it's pushing, but slowly.
The principles of democracy will be flagrantly violated if such practices continue.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s grandstanding will come under a severe cloud with this episode that played out in full public view
Minutes after BS Yeddyurappa conceded defeat on the floor of the Karnataka Assembly, the Congress president tore into BJP and the prime minister.
'Strange how every election, whether state or even a district or municipality poll, is now a step towards 2019.'
Is it time to let go of a provision that many consider just a Raj relic?
The Supreme Court had earlier made strong observations on a floor test the BJP MLA conducted in October 2010.
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According to a CMS study, almost Rs 9,500-10,500 crore was spent during the Karnataka elections.
It was already rumoured that the governor had taken a decision to this effect much before it was finally confirmed.
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It's worth noting that 17 of the 30 ministers in Siddaramaiah's cabinet lost their seats, that too by sizable margins.