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Siddaramaiah resigns! DK Shivakumar to claim Karnataka CM chair

Siddaramaiah submitted his resignation to the Governor's office. This decision follows meetings between Congress leaders. The move ends a power tussle within the Karnataka Congress. Shivakumar was previously deputy chief minister. The transition is expected to bring cabinet and organizational changes.

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Is Ebola Entering India? What You Must Know

One hospital quarantine in Bengaluru was enough to trigger fear across the country. After a woman returning from Uganda showed Ebola-like symptoms, panic spread rapidly online, with many wondering whether the deadly virus had finally reached India. Although her test later came back negative, the scare has pushed health authorities…

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DK Shivakumar touches Siddaramaiah’s feet at breakfast meeting amid Karnataka CM change buzz

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar sought blessings from Chief Minister Siddaramaiah amid renewed speculation of a leadership change. This meeting follows the distribution of sweets outside Shivakumar's residence, fueling rumors of a potential power transition after the Congress government completed three years in office.

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DK Shivakumar arrives at CM Siddaramaiah's residence for 'breakfast meeting' amid Karnataka leadership change reports

The meeting comes as conversations over a potential leadership transition have resurfaced intermittently over the past several months, despite repeated assertions from the party leadership dismissing such reports.

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Karnataka Chief Minister throne battle nears climax as Siddaramaiah plans resignation & pave way for DK Shivakumar

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah is reportedly set to resign Thursday following Congress high command directives, paving the way for Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar to assume the top post. Celebrations erupted in Shivakumar's camp amid speculation, while Siddaramaiah formally accepted the caste census report.

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Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah seeks Governor's appointment, might make way for Shivakumar

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah is reportedly preparing to step down. Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar is widely expected to take over the top post. The Congress party high command has apparently conveyed this decision. Supporters of both leaders are reacting to the developing situation across the state.

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DK Shivakumar becoming Karnataka CM quite possible, says Congress MLA

Speculation is rife in Karnataka about a potential leadership change. Congress MLA Ashok Pattan suggests Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar may become the next Chief Minister. A significant cabinet reshuffle is also anticipated, with 15 to 20 ministers possibly making way for new faces.

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Karnataka final decision coming? Rahul Gandhi-Siddaramaiah meeting ends with possibility of change of guard

Amidst swirling political winds in Karnataka, the Congress party is seemingly on the brink of a leadership change. Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has reportedly paved the way for Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar to take the helm. Following a meeting in Delhi with top party leaders, the speculations are deepening on…

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'Will inform when we decide': Congress denies imminent Karnataka CM change, says no decision taken yet

Speculation about a leadership change in Karnataka is rife. The Congress party denies any imminent decision to replace Chief Minister Siddaramaiah. High-level meetings have fueled political chatter. A decision is expected soon. A breakfast meeting between Siddaramaiah and Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar is scheduled. Future transitions may include cabinet…

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Eid Ul Adha 2026 State-wise Holiday List: Check when will Delhi, Kerala, and Uttar Pradesh observe Bakrid holidays across India

Eid Ul Adha 2026 holiday list India: Muslims across India prepare to celebrate Eid al-Adha, also known as Bakrid, this week. The festival is a gazetted holiday, with many states announcing closures. Delhi, Karnataka, Gujarat, and Telangana will observe the holiday on May 28, 2026. Uttar Pradesh has declared a…

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Leadership tussle in Karnataka: BJP's Sanjay Saraogi says infighting 'permanent feature' of Congress

"The Congress party's internal affairs--specifically, their constant internal squabbling and infighting--are a permanent feature of the party. That is why you may have observed that whenever the opposition, even by some fluke, manages to form a government, they rarely return to power," Saraogi told ANI.

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"We'll talk about it tomorrow:" Siddaramaiah maintains stoic silence amongst leadership change reports

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah will discuss leadership change speculation with the Congress high command tomorrow. This follows a meeting in Delhi with party leaders. A breakfast meeting with Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar is also scheduled. Speculation about the chief ministerial post has been ongoing. Upcoming meetings in Bengaluru are…

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Battle for Karnataka's throne: How Siddaramaiah vs DK Shivakumar became a big headache for Congress

Karnataka's leadership battle resurfaced as Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy Chief Minister D. K. Shivakumar met with Congress high command in Delhi. Despite speculation of a transition, the party dismissed reports of a power struggle, maintaining the status quo while exploring compromise formulas.

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Karnataka leadership tussle: Siddaramaiah to meet DK Shivakumar over breakfast tomorrow

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar will meet for breakfast. This meeting fuels speculation about a possible leadership change in the Karnataka Congress. The party leadership has dismissed these reports. Discussions were held in Delhi regarding Rajya Sabha and Legislative Council elections. The meeting is being…

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Tamil Nadu CM Vijay opposes Mekedatu project, writes to PM Modi after SC nod to Karnataka

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay has appealed to Prime Minister Narendra Modi to halt Karnataka's Mekedatu Reservoir Project. Vijay stated the project violates Supreme Court rulings and the Cauvery Water Disputes Tribunal award. Farmers in Tamil Nadu are concerned about their water supply. Karnataka, however, views a recent…

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Muslim organisations press Congress for one Rajya Sabha seat in Karnataka

Muslim organisations are pressing the Congress party for a Rajya Sabha seat from Karnataka. Elections for four seats are scheduled for June 18. The Congress is expected to win three seats. The Federation of Karnataka Muslim Organisations insists on one seat for a Muslim candidate.

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Ranveer Singh visits Chamundeshwari Temple to seek forgivenss for ‘Kantara’ mimicry amid Don 3 row with Farhan Akhtar

Ranveer Singh visits Chamundeshwari Temple: Actor Ranveer Singh visited the Chamundeshwari Temple atop Chamundi Hills in Karnataka and offered prayers following the controversy linked to his alleged imitation of a revered “daiva” character during an event attended by actor Rishab Shetty. The visit comes after the Karnataka High Court reportedly…

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Karnataka 'hate speech' bill unnecessary, existing framework adequate: Home Ministry

The Union Home Ministry has informed Karnataka that its proposed bill to curb hate speech might be unnecessary. Existing laws are deemed sufficient to address such issues. The Ministry conveyed this stance to the Karnataka government. The state had sent the bill for Presidential assent after the Governor refused to…

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Supreme Court refuses to entertain plea challenging decision to grant cabinet rank to MLAs, MLCs in Karnataka

The Supreme Court has declined to hear a case challenging the Karnataka government's move to give cabinet rank to 42 legislators. The court directed the petitioner to approach the High Court with a review petition. The plea argued that these appointments violate constitutional provisions and lead to financial benefits for…

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'Centre's price hike a curse': DK Shivakumar slams BJP, defends Congress guarantees schemes

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar criticizes the BJP for raising prices and increasing the financial burden on citizens. He highlights the Congress government's guarantee schemes as a way to reduce this burden. Shivakumar states that the central government's fuel taxes are a major cause of inflation.

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Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah, Dy CM Shivakumar reach Delhi amid leadership change buzz

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar are in New Delhi for important meetings. Discussions are underway regarding potential cabinet changes and internal party matters. Clarity on the Chief Ministerial position is expected soon. Other key issues like Rajya Sabha elections and MLC polls will also be…

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Leadership speculation: Invited by Congress high command to Delhi for meeting, says Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah is set to meet the Congress high command in Delhi amid intense speculation over a possible leadership change and cabinet reshuffle in the state. Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar has also expressed readiness to attend if summoned. The discussions come as the party seeks to…

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Mekedatu dam row: DMK indulging in 'cheap politics', says Congress leader Tagore

Congress leader B Manickam Tagore has accused the DMK of engaging in cheap politics. He stated that the DMK is targeting the Congress party over the Mekedatu dam issue. Tagore emphasized that the Tamil Nadu Congress will always support farmers and protect the state's rights to Cauvery water.

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Man added his name to ancestral land records using common surname trick; Karnataka HC restores land to original owners

The Karnataka High Court restored ancestral land to three brothers after an outsider, Basappa, falsely mutated his name using a common surname. Basappa claimed ownership based on a supposed 1946 sale deed but failed to produce any proof. The court ruled in favor of the brothers, declaring them joint owners…

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Tata Electronics plans to start chip packaging at upcoming Assam unit

While the Tata Group company has already initiated small-scale shipments from its first commercial OSAT facility in Vemagal, Karnataka, the strategic pivot to the greenfield high-volume manufacturing unit in Jagiroad, Assam is aimed at building trust among global clients about the company’s capabilities while ensuring immediate scalability to meet surging…

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