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The making of DK Shivakumar: From party troubleshooter to Karnataka CM

DK Shivakumar has just become the new Chief Minister of Karnataka, and the Congress party is getting ready to steer its way to the 2028 Assembly elections with its long-time crisis manager at the helm.

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How DK Shivakumar reached Karnataka’s powerful throne that Siddaramaiah guarded

Karnataka's political landscape is set for a significant shift as Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar is reportedly poised to replace Chief Minister Siddaramaiah. This potential change follows an alleged unofficial rotational arrangement agreed upon after the Congress's 2023 election victory, though Siddaramaiah never publicly confirmed it.

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'No interest in national politics': Siddaramaiah rejects Rajya Sabha seat

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has resigned from his post. He declined a Rajya Sabha seat, stating his preference for state politics. Siddaramaiah expressed gratitude to the Congress leadership for the opportunity to serve twice. He confirmed the decision to step down was his own and not due to pressure.

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'Papa, I will fulfil your dream of skilled, prosperous, strong India': Rahul Gandhi remembers his father Rajiv Gandhi on his death anniversary

Rahul Gandhi remembered his father, former Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi, on his 35th death anniversary. He pledged to realize Rajiv Gandhi's dream of a skilled, prosperous, and strong India. Sonia Gandhi, Mallikarjun Kharge, and other leaders also paid homage. Rajiv Gandhi is credited with significant reforms, including lowering the voting…

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'Knelt before America, surrendered India': Nishikant Dubey alleges Congress 'handed over' Sir Creek, Siachen to Pakistan on US orders

BJP MP Nishikant Dubey has accused the previous Congress government of compromising India's sovereignty. He alleges that under the guise of a civil nuclear agreement, the government surrendered Sir Creek and Siachen to Pakistan. These claims are made in relation to the 2006 Mumbai train blasts. Official records present a…

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Rahul Gandhi meets Mallikarjun Kharge for final discussion to pick Kerala's next chief minister

Congress leaders are finalizing the next Kerala chief minister. Rahul Gandhi met with party chief Mallikarjun Kharge. The United Democratic Front secured a significant victory. Several leaders are vying for the top post. The decision is expected soon. Sonia Gandhi's health is also a factor in the delay.

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Sonia Gandhi Hospitalised in Delhi, Condition Stable: Doctors Monitoring for Possible Infections

Senior Congress leader Sonia Gandhi has been admitted to Sir Ganga Ram Hospital in Delhi, where doctors have confirmed that her condition is stable while further medical investigations are underway.

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Main dardi…ki loki kende chui-mui: A song for despots who can devastate millions but not take a joke

In the immortal words of the great philosopher and kabootarbazi-convicted Daler Mehndi: Main dardi, Rab Rab kardi, ki loki kende chui-mui, chui-mui, chui-mui.

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Muslim women in Parliament: Ranee Narah’s journey from sportswoman to politician

Three days before Ranee Narah turned 47, on 28 October 2012, her then party colleague Himanta Biswa Sarma had tweeted, ‘Congratulation to Shrimati Rani Narah for her induction into the Union Council of Ministers.’

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National Herald case: ED claims Sonia, Rahul paid Rs 50 lakh for assets worth Rs 2,000 crore

The Enforcement Directorate has alleged a “conspiracy” in which Congress leaders Sonia and Rahul Gandhi acquired the complete ownership of Associated Journals Limited, the publisher of National Herald newspaper, at Rs 50 lakh while the newspaper’s real estate value was more than Rs 2,000 crore.

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What is India’s long-awaited caste census and why has it sparked outcry from Modi’s followers?

More than two-thirds of country’s 1.4 billion people estimated to be on lower rungs of archaic social hierarchy that grades Hindus by birth

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Modi accused of ‘intimidation’ after top Indian opposition leaders named in money laundering case

Financial crime agency names Rahul Gandhi and Sonia Gandhi in case related to newspaper linked to their Congress party

The Independent UK

Kharge Targets Modi Govt: A "dictatorial" atmosphere is prevailing in the country....

Kharge said that national assets are being "handed over" to select industrialists, which is widening the gap between the rich and the poor. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Congress slams BJP of being 'anti Dalit' over Ram Temple incident; For details...

The Congress has demanded an apology from BJP top leadership after this incident. A must read on Dynamite News:

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Congress MPs protest US imposition of tariffs demand answers from govt

Congress and other opposition MPs raised the issue as the Lok Sabha proceedings began but with the treasury benches protesting Sonia Gandhi's recent criticism of the government, the House was adjourned till 12 noon. Read further on Dynamite News:

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India’s ‘political iftars’ once stopped riots. Are they corrupt stunts now?

Politicians and parties have used iftars to forge peace during strife but also to woo elite Muslims for votes.

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Sonia Gandhi for Rs 400 minimum wage, guaranteed 150 workdays under MGNREGA

The UPA government under then Prime Minister Manmohan Singh enacted the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA) in 2005. Read further on Dynamite News:

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AICC session in Ahmedabad on April 8 and 9; Details here...

The Congress will hold a two-day AICC session in Ahmedabad which will be presided over by party president Mallikarjun Kharge. Read further for full updates on Dynamite News:

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What is the AgustaWestland case involving British citizen Christian Michel?

Michel was extradited from UAE in 2018 in the chopper scam and remained in prison in India for six years without trial

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Rajya Sabha: CPP Chairperson Sonia Gandhi criticizes Census delay

Congress Parliamentary Party (CPP) Chairperson Sonia Gandhi on Monday said that the delay in the census has deprived 14 crore Indians of their rightful benefits under the National Food Security Act (NFSA), adding that food security is not a privilege but a fundamental right. A must read on Dynamite News:

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Budget Session: PM Modi praises President address

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday lauded the joint Parliament address of President Droupadi Murmu and applauded the President's vision for an India where youth have the best opportunities to flourish. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Budget Session 2025: NDA leaders hail President's address

President Droupadi Murmu's address to Parliament that marked the begining of the Budget Session on Friday cam in for praise from the treasury benches. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Sonia Gandhi inaugurates Congress' new headquarters in New Delhi, know who said what on the occasion

The Congress flag was ceremoniously hoisted at the newly established headquarters of the party: Read further on Dynamite News:

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Congress headquarters, Indira Gandhi Bhawan to be inaugurated on Jan 15

Former Congress President Sonia Gandhi will Inaugurate the new AICC headquarters, Indira Gandhi Bhawan at 9A, Kotla Road here on January 15. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Bhog' of 'Akhand Path' held in memory of former PM Dr Manmohan Singh

Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge and the party's parliamentary party chairperson Sonia Gandhi were also present at Singh's residence. Read further on Dynamite News:

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