Siddaramaiah

Portfolio decision in high command's hands: Shivakumar

Just 48 hours after becoming Karnataka Chief Minister, D.K. Shivakumar is facing internal dissent over cabinet portfolio allocations. Senior leader Ramalinga Reddy offered his resignation, while K.H. Muniyappa publicly expressed displeasure.

4 days ago

Day after getting portfolio, K'taka Minister Ramalinga Reddy resigns, criticises CM Shivakumar

Day after getting portfolio, K'taka Minister Ramalinga Reddy resigns, Shivakumar responds

The resignation is seen as an early challenge for Shivakumar's leadership and comes amid growing discontent over portfolio allocation within the state government.

5 days ago

With Constitution in hand, D.K. Shivakumar takes oath as Karnataka CM; G. Parameshwara sworn in as deputy CM amid Vande Mataram chants

With Constitution in hand, D.K. Shivakumar takes oath as Karnataka CM; G. Parameshwara sworn in as deputy CM, crowd chants 'Vande Mataram'

Karnataka Congress chief DK Shivakumar on Wednesday took oath as Karnataka Chief Minister at Lok Bhavan in Bengaluru, holding a copy of the Constitution during the ceremony. Dr G Parameshwar was sworn in as Deputy Chief Minister, while several MLAs joined the Cabinet.

7 days ago

Siddaramaiah Elevated To Congress Working Committee Ahead Of DK Shivakumar's Swearing-In As Karnataka CM

The appointment comes amid a carefully managed leadership transition in Karnataka, where the Congress high command resolved a long-standing leadership arrangement by naming Shivakumar as Siddaramaiah's successor.

7 days ago

4 Deputy CMs likely as DK Shivakumar set to take charge in Karnataka, berth for Siddaramiah's son in focus

Siddaramaiah to Retain Official CM Residence as DK Shivakumar Set to Take Charge

Unique arrangement allows outgoing Karnataka chief minister to continue staying at Cauvery bungalow while successor operates from another residence.

8 days ago

Siddaramaiah resigns as Karnataka CM; ministers break down during emotional cabinet meeting

The Party Got It Right, Just Three Years Too Late

What made Congress finally decipher the key to change leadership in Karnataka? It's more than power-sharing formula, writes columnist Akhlaq Siddiqi.

10 days ago

From 'troubleshooter' to CM: Inside D.K. Shivakumar's Rs 1,400 crore empire as he prepares to become Karnataka CM

The Congress has formally initiated a leadership transition in Karnataka, paving the way for Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar to take over as the state's next Chief Minister. The move follows months of speculation over a possible change in leadership and marks a significant political shift within the ruling party.

11 days ago

DK shivkumar, Mallikarjun Kharge, Siddaramaiah

Karnataka Politics Update: Congress Huddles Over Cabinet Reshuffle, Delegation to Meet Governor Today

Mr. Siddaramaiah tendered his one-line resignation to the special secretary of the Governor on Thursday (May 28, 2026), in the absence of Mr. Gehlot, who was away in Indore for personal reasons.

11 days ago

'Chosen for Five Years': Karnataka Congress Leader Backs Siddaramaiah Amid CM Change Speculation

Karnataka MLC BK Hariprasad backed Siddaramaiah and said he had been selected to serve a full five-year term and would continue leading the state.

15 days ago

Karnataka: Eight, including seven women, drown in river; President Murmu condoles loss of lives

At least eight people, including seven women from the same family, drowned in the Thatte Hakkalu river in Karnataka while reportedly collecting mussel shells. Several others were swept away by strong currents, triggering a major rescue operation.

17 days ago

Congress Leader VD Sathesan Takes Oath As Kerala CM

Senior Congress leader V. D. Satheesan took oath as Kerala Chief Minister at a ceremony held in Thiruvananthapuram on Monday. His 20-member Cabinet includes Congress, IUML and Kerala Congress leaders such as Ramesh Chennithala and K. Muraleedharan.

23 days ago

K'taka: Six devotees killed in Koppal highway accident

Six devotees, including a one-year-old child, were killed and several others injured after a truck collided with a tractor on National Highway 50 near the Koppal-Vijayapura border in Karnataka. The impact caused the tractor to fall off a bridge. Two injured persons remain in critical condition.

25 days ago

K'taka BJP attacks CM Siddaramaiah over 'bias' against Hindu symbols, traditions

BJP leader R. Ashoka accused the Congress government of showing bias against Hindu symbols and traditions while allegedly appeasing minority communities. The BJP also claimed the move was politically motivated following the Davanagere bypoll fallout and aimed at consolidating minority votes.

26 days ago

Karnataka withdraws 2022 school uniform order, permits wearing of hijabs, sacred threads

The Karnataka government has withdrawn its 2022 uniform order and allowed students in schools and colleges to wear limited religious symbols, including hijabs, turbans, sacred threads and Rudraksha beads, along with prescribed uniforms.

27 days ago

Karnataka alert on SIR process, seeks to avoid 'Bengal-like' controversies

G. Parameshwara said Karnataka will closely monitor the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) process to avoid controversies similar to those seen in West Bengal. He said Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has already reviewed the matter and instructed party workers, Booth Level Agents and officials to carefully track additions and deletions in voter list

May 10, 2026

BJP attacks Siddaramaiah govt on rise in farmer suicides, calls it 'guarantee politics' repercussion

BJP leader and Karnataka LoP R. Ashoka criticised Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and the Congress government over the sharp rise in farmer suicides in Karnataka, calling it a consequence of "guarantee politics. Ashoka said farmer suicides in the state rose 22.6 per cent from 2,423 in 2023 to 2,971 in 2024, despite a national decline in such deaths.

May 8, 2026

Siddaramaiah's future uncertain after May 4: Former K'taka CM

Mallikarjun Kharge dismissed speculation about a leadership change, stating that Siddaramaiah will continue as Chief Minister for now. He said any leadership decision would be taken collectively by senior Congress leaders, and clarified that he is not in the race for the CM post.

Apr 30, 2026

Bengaluru: CM Siddaramaiah Visits Hospital to Meet Injured After Wall Collapse

Karnataka govt orders statewide hospital safety audit after Bowring tragedy; report due in a week

The tragedy occurred after heavy rain, hail, and thunderstorms caused a compound wall to collapse on people taking shelter nearby, leaving seven dead and several injured. Siddaramaiah announced ₹5 lakh compensation for victims' families and free treatment for the injured,

Apr 30, 2026

Row over Siddaramaiah's 'stray bulls' remark; BJP counters with 'rodents' swipe at Congress

A political row broke out in Karnataka after Siddaramaiah called BJP leaders "stray bulls," drawing a sharp "rodents" jibe from B. Sriramulu. He also accused the Congress of corruption and fearing defeat in upcoming by-elections.

Apr 2, 2026

Karnataka Police ensuring peace, among best in country: Home Min Parameshwara

Highlighting achievements, he cited top rankings in justice delivery, anti-drug operations, and cybercrime control. He also announced plans for police reforms, including recruitment drives and a permanent Police Recruitment Board, while emphasising continued efforts to strengthen law enforcement and public safety.