Prajwal Revanna, grandson of HD Devegowda, received a life sentence from a special court on Saturday after being convicted in a rape case. The suspended JD(S) leader, facing multiple allegations, clai...

Bengaluru/New Delhi, July 18 (SocialNews.XYZ) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday expressed deep grief over the demise of Chennamma, wife of former Prime Minister H.D. Deve Gowda, and extended heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family. In his condolence message, PM Modi remembered Chennamma for her humility and unwavering commitment to social service. He said she was respected for her simplicity and dedication to serving society, and conveyed condolences to Deve Gowda and his family. Later in the day, PM Modi spoke with Deve Gowda over the phone and personally conveyed his deepest condolences, offering words of comfort and praying for strength for the family.

New Delhi: National President of Janata Dal (Secular) H.D. Devegowda addresses a press conference at his residence in Safdarjung Lane, New Delhi, on Tuesday, May 6, 2025. (Photo: IANS/Wasim Sarvar) New Delhi: National President of... - Social News XYZ

Bengaluru, June 9 (SocialNews.XYZ) Former Prime Minister H.D. Deve Gowda on Tuesday stated that PM Narendra Modi becoming the longest continuously serving democratically elected Prime Minister after surpassing the record of Jawaharlal Nehru reflects both the strength and evolution of Indian democracy, while crediting his leadership for what he described as uncompromising protection of national interest and sustained public support. In a detailed reflection in an article in 'The Times of India', Deve Gowda said PM Modi’s extended tenure surfaces Nehru’s record and demonstrates that Indian democracy has not only survived but has also thrived over time.

Bengaluru, June 3 (SocialNews.XYZ) Karnataka Chief Minister-designate D.K. Shivakumar on Wednesday met former Prime Minister H.D. Deve Gowda at his Padmanabhanagar residence in Bengaluru and sought his blessings ahead of the swearing-in ceremony in the evening, even as senior Congress leaders MB Patil and Ramalinga Reddy thanked the party for inviting them to join the Council of Ministers under the incoming Chief Minister. Deve Gowda warmly received Shivakumar and congratulated him on being elevated to the post of Chief Minister. During the meeting, Shivakumar presented a bouquet to the JD(S) patriarch and touched his feet as a mark of respect while seeking his blessings.

New Delhi, May 18 (SocialNews.XYZ) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday extended best wishes to former PM H.D. Deve Gowda on his birthday and said that he has made an outstanding contribution to the nation during his long years in public life. PM Modi took to social media 'X' and said, "Best wishes to Shri HD Deve Gowda Ji on his birthday. He has made an outstanding contribution to our nation during his long years in public life. He is known for his deep understanding of policy-related issues and during his long years in public life.

New Delhi, Feb 11 (SocialNews.XYZ) Former Prime Minister and JD(S) MP H.D. Deve Gowda expressed support for the Union Budget 2026-27 during a discussion in the Rajya Sabha. He praised its overall direction while calling for greater emphasis on employment, inclusive growth and regional priorities. Deve Gowda appreciated the budget's focus on economic reforms, tax simplification and structural changes intended to sustain growth in the face of global challenges.

New Delhi, Feb 5 (SocialNews.XYZ) Former Prime Minister H.D. Deve Gowda on Thursday congratulated Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw for allocating higher funds and announcing major projects for the railway sector in the Union Budget, going beyond the immediate needs of the nation. Deve Gowda urged that the Bengaluru-Hyderabad high-speed railway corridor be extended up to Bidar. In a letter addressed to the Railway Minister, the former Prime Minister appreciated the announcement of seven new high-speed rail corridors, covering nearly 4,000 km, in the 2026 Budget.

New Delhi, Dec 15 (SocialNews.XYZ) Reacting to the Congress's allegation of ‘vote chori’, former Prime Minister and JD-S Rajya Sabha member H.D. Deve Gowda said on Monday that Prime Minister Narendra Modi will return to power even after the 2029 Lok Sabha elections. “PM Modi will return to power even after the next Lok Sabha elections in 2029,” said the former Prime Minister while participating in a debate on the ‘vote chori’ issue in the Rajya Sabha…

New Delhi, Dec 15 (SocialNews.XYZ) Former Prime Minister and JD-S Rajya Sabha member H.D. Deve Gowda lashed out at Congress on Monday over the allegation of ‘vote chori’, saying that the country was facing shortcomings in the electoral process even during the era of India’s first Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru. “Even during Nehru’s time, there were certain shortcomings in the electoral system in our country,” said the former Prime Minister while participating in a debate on the ‘vote chori’ issue in the Rajya Sabha…

New Delhi, Dec 15 (SocialNews.XYZ) In the ongoing Winter Session of Parliament, the Rajya Sabha continued its discussion on electoral reforms on Monday, with senior JD(S) leader and former Prime Minister H.D. Deve Gowda (92) strongly defending Prime Minister Narendra Modi against opposition allegations of irregularities in voters' lists -- which they call “vote chori”. Former PM Gowda pointed out that lapses in the electoral process have occurred historically, including during the eras of Jawaharlal Nehru and Indira Gandhi.

Bengaluru, Sep 17 (SocialNews.XYZ) Former Prime Minister and JD(S) Rajya Sabha Member H.D. Deve Gowda has written a letter to Prime Minister Narendra Modi to wish him on his 75th birthday on Wednesday. His son, Union Minister H.D. Kumaraswamy, stated that PM Modi’s determination to lead India forward as an unparalleled global leader has made all Indians hold their heads high with pride.

New Delhi, May 18 (SocialNews.XYZ) Prime Minister Narendra Modi has greeted former PM and Janata Dal (Secular) President HD Deve Gowda on his birthday. Deve Gowda, who served as the prime minister between June 1996 and April 1997, turned 92 on Sunday. PM Modi said Gowda is widely respected for his statesmanlike approach and passion towards public service. In his post on X, the Prime Minister wrote, “Birthday wishes to our former Prime Minister, Shri HD Deve Gowda Ji.

Bengaluru, May 8 (SocialNews.XYZ) Former Prime Minister and Janata Dal (Secular) Rajya Sabha member H.D. Deve Gowda expressed his admiration for Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership following Operation Sindoor. “The past couple of weeks must have been very demanding and stressful, but I am happy that God has given you strength and resolve to see India through these trying times. Your leadership has been exemplary, and history will undoubtedly record it in glowing terms,” wrote the former Prime Minister in an appreciative letter addressed to PM Modi.

The government on Monday notified a 126-member committee, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, to coordinate the upcoming celebrations of the bicentenary birth anniversary of social reformer Jyotirao Govindrao Phule. Prime Minister Modi heads a 126-member committee to commemorate the bicentenary of Phule's birth Former presidents Pratibha Patel and Ram Nath Kovind, former Prime Minister HD Devegowda, former CJIs B R Gavai and KG Balakrishnan, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla and senior Congress leader Ashok Gehlot are among other prominent members of the committee. However, it does not include Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition (LoP) Rahul Gandhi and Congress and Rajya Sabha president Lope Mallikarjun Kharge.