Karnataka Deputy CM DK Shivakumar denies opposition's minority appeasement allegations in Kogilu encroachment case. Govt to rehabilitate only eligible locals, probe facilitators. BJP plans statewide protests.
The demolition of 167 hutments in Bengaluru's Kogilu escalates into an international issue, with Pakistan criticizing India and New Delhi issuing a sharp rebuttal. Read about the political fallout and rehabilitation plans.
Karnataka Deputy CM DK Shivakumar denies appeasement politics in Kogilu demolition drive. He promises strict action against facilitators of illegal settlements and rehabilitation only for eligible locals. BJP announces statewide protests.
The recent eviction drive in Kogilu, Bengaluru, underscores the city's severe lack of affordable housing. Experts urge the government to build large-scale rental complexes for migrants. Read more.
Residents displaced by Bengaluru's demolition drive in Kogilu must wait at least two more months for their new apartments, workers confirm. Get the latest updates on the city's redevelopment.
BJP alleges illegal immigrants built houses in Bengaluru's Kogilu area within six months, demands high-level probe. Leader of Opposition R Ashoka presents maps as evidence.
Authorities in Davangere demolished 16 houses built on encroached government land near the railway track. The action followed a High Court order. Read the full report on the crackdown.
Karnataka Deputy CM DK Shivakumar's controversial remark on Keralites during the Kogilu demolition drive row ignites a political firestorm. BJP demands apology. Full details inside.
Karnataka Deputy CM D.K. Shivakumar strongly rebuts Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan's criticism of the Kogilu Layout demolition, citing state authority and legal procedures. Read the full political clash.
Karnataka govt announces compensation & Ashraya housing for families affected by Bengaluru demolition drive. CM Siddaramaiah warns officials against future encroachments. Details inside.
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah pledges flats for families evicted in Kogilu, Bengaluru. The Rs 11.20 lakh per flat cost to be largely borne by GBA and housing department. Details inside.
Bengaluru Solid Waste Management Ltd plans a major Rs 100 crore waste processing facility on a 9-acre Kogilu site recently cleared of encroachments. Read about the city's waste management upgrade.
Greater Bengaluru Authority demolished 167 homes in Fakir Colony and Waseem Layout near Kogilu, Yelahanka, in a 4:30 am operation, triggering a humanitarian crisis. Read more on the shocking details and aftermath.
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah vows action against officials for illegal Kogilu sheds, offers housing to evictees, and slams Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan's criticism as politically motivated ahead of Kerala polls.
Karnataka government reverses its tough stance on Kogilu encroachments after party intervention. Deputy CM Shivakumar announces rehabilitation under Rajiv Gandhi scheme. Political war erupts over federalism.
Congress voices serious concern over Karnataka's Bengaluru demolition drive in Kogilu village. State CM defends action as removal of illegal encroachments. Read the full story.
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah calls Kogilu Layout demolitions removal of illegal encroachments, countering Kerala CM's 'bulldozer justice' remark. 188 families, many poor Muslims, evicted.
Gurgaon police demolished an illegal market built by a habitual offender on HSIIDC land, seizing assets worth lakhs. This marks the third anti-encroachment drive in the city within a week. Read more.
Over 200 houses demolished in Bengaluru's Kogilu village for waste plant. Residents protest, demand housing. Minister assures talks. Full story on the controversial drive and aftermath.
Bengaluru authorities reclaimed prime land worth ₹80 crore from illegal occupants. The site will now host critical waste management infrastructure to boost the city's sustainability efforts.
Uttarakhand High Court directs state to demarcate encroached land and create a portal. Next hearing on Dec 30. Read the full details and court's directives here.
Hyderabad's Hydraa agency secures 20 acres of prime government land worth Rs 1,700 crore in Nizampet and Old City. Operations curb illegal encroachments and aim to restore crucial stormwater drains.
Ranchi Municipal Corporation (RMC) demolished illegal kiosks & carts on Station Road to ease traffic. Officials warn against re-encroachment. Read about the drive and resident concerns.
Bengaluru police arrest a man for illegally occupying 482 acres of forest and government land in Kengeri using fabricated documents. Read the full investigation details.
The crucial sixth lane on Chennai's 100 Feet Road is now unusable due to illegal parking, dumped pipes & shops. This forces traffic into fewer lanes, creating daily bottlenecks & safety risks for pedestrians. Read more.
Jharkhand High Court directs the state government to clear encroachments from water bodies in Ranchi, expressing dissatisfaction with current progress. Read the full story.
Ranchi administration demolishes encroachments on RIMS ground in Bariatu. Drive follows Jharkhand High Court order, targets 15 buildings. Read the latest updates.
Coimbatore civic body removes illegal workshops and structures from 28 cents of OSR land in Periyar Nagar, reclaiming property worth Rs 11 crore. Officials faced resistance during the anti-encroachment drive.
Jharkhand High Court extends stay on demolition of Kailash Kothi at RIMS premises. Court directs DC to verify ownership documents. Key legal battle over property encroachment.
Ludhiana police register two property fraud cases against GK Group's chairman Gulshan Kumar and his sons. Allegations include land encroachment and fraudulent sale. Investigations ongoing.