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H D Kumaraswamy
Who is H D Kumaraswamy?
H D Kumaraswamy is an Indian politician and a senior leader of the Janata Dal (Secular) party. The JD(S) leader won the Karnataka's Mandya constituency's 2024 Lok Sabha elections with 58.34 per cent vote share. While his main opponent Congress candidate Venkataramane Gowda managed to bag 38.85 per cent voting share. He has been appointed as the Union Minister of Heavy Industries under the newly formed regime after the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, and he also holds the Ministry of Steel portfolio under the new government. He has also served as the Chief Minister of Karnataka on two occasions, first...
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Govt eases entry for MSMEs in third round of specialty steel PLI scheme
Base year revised, thresholds relaxed to reflect current market trends
 "Govt eases entry for MSMEs in third round of specialty steel PLI scheme")
Centre to incentivise domestic production of rare earths: Kumaraswamy
The minister for Heavy Industries and Steel also said a scheme is in the works to provide targeted support to the industry for its capital as well as operational expenditure
 "Centre to incentivise domestic production of rare earths: Kumaraswamy")
India's race for vital rare earth magnets amid geopolitical tensions
The use of high-efficiency magnets in consumer electronics, hard disk drives, renewable energy sectors, and mobility has made the material critically important to several industries
 "India's race for vital rare earth magnets amid geopolitical tensions")
Gadkari says govt working on rare earth alternatives: 'Will be solved soon'
Speaking to Business Standard, Gadkari explained the government's multipronged push for self-reliance and assured that the problem of restrictions on rare earth magnets will be solved soon
 "Gadkari says govt working on rare earth alternatives: 'Will be solved soon'")
Clean tech no longer a choice but a necessity for steel sector: Kumaraswamy
The Minister for Steel made the remarks addressing 'BigMint Future Steel Conclave' organised with a focus on innovation and usage of emerging technologies in the steel sector
 "Clean tech no longer a choice but a necessity for steel sector: Kumaraswamy")
Auto industry has resilience to tackle rare earth issue: HD Kumaraswamy
The government is actively engaging with EU to ensure that concerns of Indian companies and hard-to-abate sectors are adequately addressed under CBAM, says union minister of heavy industries and steel
 "Auto industry has resilience to tackle rare earth issue: HD Kumaraswamy")
Tesla not interested in manufacturing EVs in India, says Union minister
Tesla is likely preparing for a market launch in India, although local production isn't part of its initial plans
 "Tesla not interested in manufacturing EVs in India, says Union minister")
Highlights: Case against CAA protestors based on assumptions, says court in Delhi riots case
Latest updates: Catch all the updates from across the globe here
 "Highlights: Case against CAA protestors based on assumptions, says court in Delhi riots case")
Revenue dept begins drive to clear Kumaraswamy family's land encroachment
Revenue Department, in coordination with district authorities and the police department, deployed earthmovers
Govt awaiting clarity on tariffs before steel trade strategy: Kumaraswamy
This comes after US President Donald Trump imposed a 25 per cent tariff on imports from Canada and Mexico and a 10 per cent levy on Chinese imports
SC to hear Union minister Kumaraswamy's plea in graft case on Feb 25
The case relates to a private complaint filed by Swamy before the special judge under the Prevention of Corruption Act, in Bengaluru seeking prosecution of Kumaraswamy and others
Govt unveils Rs 20,000 cr plan to hike SAIL's Bokaro plant capacity
Once operational in September 2025, the mine will produce 3.5 MTPA of domestic coking coal, strengthening raw material security for steel production
 "Govt unveils Rs 20,000 cr plan to hike SAIL's Bokaro plant capacity")
Electric vehicle sales in India crossed 1.4 mn units in 2024: Kumaraswamy
In the calendar year 2024, the industry collectively retailed 26.1 million vehicles, marking a robust 9 per cent year-on-year increase, Kumaraswamy added
K'taka govt likely finding excuses to halt guarantee schemes: Kumaraswamy
Expressing concern over the fare hike, Kumaraswamy said it impacted farmers, labourers, and the working class
Steelmakers need to collaborate with IISc, IITs to boost industry: Minister
According to him, India's unwavering commitment to achieving net-zero emissions by 2070 places the steel industry at the forefront of this transformation
MUDA Scam: RTI activist levels fresh allegations against Karnataka CM
Right to Information (RTI) activist Krishna alleged that the wife of Chief Minister Siddaramaiah didn't pay the fee for the deed purchase in Mysuru Urban Development Authority site allotment
 "MUDA Scam: RTI activist levels fresh allegations against Karnataka CM")
Large-scale industry to be set up near Channapatna, Ramanagara: Kumaraswamy
Kumaraswamy also criticized the stalled Rs 97 crore Underground Drainage (UGD) project in Channapatna, accusing Congress leaders of delaying tenders for two years due to personal interests
Mining case: Complaint against me politically motivated, says Kumaraswamy
He said that investigations regarding mining cases against him have been ongoing for 12 years
Kumaraswamy trying to scuttle probe in illegal mining cases, says ADGP
Probe against Kumaraswamy pertains to allegations that he illegally approved a 550-acre mining lease to Sri Sai Venkateswara Minerals (SSVM) in Bellary district in violation of law during his tenure
Kumaraswamy questioned by Karnataka police in land denotification case
Kumaraswamy said he has nothing to do with the case and he has never done anything that is illegal while in power and during his tenure as CM
