32 MLAs fail to declare assets, debts

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September 3, 2013
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Bangalore, Sep 3: The Lokayukta office has released the list of 29 MLAs and three MLCs who have not submitted statements of assets and liabilities of their own and their family members.

Housing Minister Ambareesh, former chief minister H D Kumaraswamy, JD(S) leader and Kadur MLA YSV Datta, R Roshan Baig (Shivajinagar), Ashok Kheny (Bidar South) and Yogeeshwara C P (Channapatna) figure in the list.

A press release from the Lokayukta said that Section 22(1) of the Karnataka Lokayukta Act, 1984, mandates that every public servant mentioned in sub section (1) of Section 7 other than a government servant, should submit before June 30 every year a statement of his/her assets and liabilities and those of family members.

Those who do not file the statements within the prescribed date are given two more months to comply. This period ended on August 30. According to sources in the?Lokayukta, the list of defaulters will now be sent to the Governor, H?R?Bhardwaj, who will take action as he deems fit.

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Following are the rest of the MLAs: Munirathna from Rajarajeshwarinagar, Sathish Reddy M from Bommanahalli, Shivanna B from Anekal, Guru Patil Shiraval from Shahapur, Mallikarjun Sidramappa Khuba from Basavakalyan, Dr Shivaraj Patil S from Raichur, Channabasappa Satyappa Shivalli from Kundgol, Abbayya Prasad from Hubli-Dharwad East, Manohar H Tahsildar from Hangal, Bheemanaik LBP from Hagaribommanahalli, Shivamurthy K from Mayakonda, Ningaiah B B from Mudigere, Shadakshari K from Tiptur, Sudhakara Lal P R from Koratagere, Rajanna M from Shidlaghattta, Krishnareddy J K from Chintamani, Dr Srinivasamurthy K from Nelamangala, Balakrishna H C from Magadi, Puttannaiah K S from Melukote, Manju A from Arakalagud, Mohiuddin Bava B A from Mangalore City North, Mahesh S R from Krishnaraja Nagar, Jayanna S from Kollegal. The MLCs are Tara Anuradha, Raghunath Rao Malkapure and Syed Mudheer Aga.

Kumaraswamy claimed the government had acquired a piece of land owned by him at Bidadi for the gas pipeline project. Though the government has given Rs 20 lakh compensation per acre, it has not yet provided all documents in this regard. Hence the delay in filing the affidavit of assets and liabilities before the Lokayukta.

He said the same would be done soon after he received all documents. It was mandatory to furnish all documents to the Lokayukta along with the affidavit, he added.

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Monday, 7 Mar 2016

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October 3,2024

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Bengaluru: The Karnataka Food Safety and Quality Department has issued an urgent warning following the discovery of potentially cancer-causing chemicals in cakes sold by certain bakeries across the state.

Recent tests conducted by the department revealed that some cake samples, particularly those with vibrant colors, contain harmful synthetic coloring agents such as Allura Red, a substance known to pose health risks. The findings have raised concerns about the use of artificial colors in bakery products, especially given their potential link to cancer and other serious health conditions.

"We routinely test various food products, and this time, our officials noticed unusually dark-colored cakes on the market," said Srinivas K, Commissioner of Food Safety for Karnataka. "Upon testing, we found that a few cakes contained Allura Red, a synthetic dye associated with health risks."

The use of artificial colors, especially in popular cakes like red velvet and pineapple varieties, is widespread as it attracts customers, particularly children. However, many bakers prefer using natural, safer alternatives, while some opt for synthetic dyes to enhance the cake's visual appeal.

"Most bakeries use permissible, natural colors that are safe for consumption. Unfortunately, a few are resorting to synthetic dyes just to make their cakes more attractive," said a bakery owner from Electronic City, speaking anonymously.

Medical experts are warning that consuming synthetic colors can lead to numerous health issues, including asthma and allergic reactions.

"Some of these artificial dyes are carcinogenic, and prolonged exposure could have serious consequences, especially for children and young adults," cautioned Dr. Vandana G, a private medical practitioner.

While the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) confirms that only a limited number of samples tested positive for harmful colors, legal action is being taken against the violators.

"There is no need for widespread panic or halting production. We are closely monitoring the situation, and only a few bakeries were found to be non-compliant. Rest assured, appropriate legal measures are underway," assured an FSSAI official. 

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