Comparing the times of the earlier Congress regime with that of the Narendra Modi government, Fadnavis said, "During UPA, inflation was in double digits which has come down to 5 per cent...FDI (Foreign Direct Investment) inflow was 36 billion dollars which has come to 85 billion dollars now.
Speaking to reporters at his Sadashivanagar residence, he said, "The Opposition parties don't seem to know anything other than criticism. If they give any constructive suggestions, we are certainly open to considering them. For the first time in the history of the State, we have taken on the
Fadnavis said, "MNS has taken an extensive stand; this is not different from our (BJP) stand. We believe in regional pride. The rights of 'Marathi manush' must be protected in Maharashtra, and they must play a wider role".
The meeting took place at Shah's residence here in the national capital. At around 12:45 am, Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde and Deputy CM Ajit Pawar were seen leaving from Shah's residence after the meeting.
Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar told the Legislative Assembly that the government would prioritise irrigation and water management projects over other works.
Water sources in many villages in the state have reportedly been depleted. Due to groundwater depletion, many borewells are slowly going dry, with more than 3000 borewells in Bengaluru.
Stating that Bengaluru city was going through a serious water crisis, Shivakumar urged the general public to use water judiciously. "Don't use drinking water for gardens and car wash. Treated water may be used for other purposes," he added.
Congress MLA Sukhwinder Singh Kotli on Monday broke down following Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann's 'seizure' remarks against him in the assembly after the former had asked him to appoint a Dalit Deputy CM.
Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar on Sunday slammed the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) for tarnishing the image of Karnataka for petty political gains over the Rameshwara Cafe incident.
Mumbai Police have arrested a 34-year-old man for allegedly making 'life-threatening and derogatory' remarks against Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, officials said.
Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar assured on Friday that the police are actively investigating the incident with a free hand granted by the government.