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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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JD(S) wants changes in certain provisions in One Nation-One Election proposal

The JD(S) party has requested changes to the proposed One Nation-One Election constitutional amendment bill. They are particularly concerned about the Election Commission of India's powers to postpone state elections. The party supports the amendment but wants safeguards for regional parties and coalition government stability. Discussions were held with the…

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Another twist to Prajwal Revanna sexual abuse case with new audio leak

Prajwal Revanna sexual abuse case twist with Congress leader asking BJP leader to distribute obscene videos, sparking political controversy.

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Lok Sabha polls: Candidates from around 60 political parties are contesting this time

Around 60 political parties fielded candidates in the 2024 Lok Sabha polls in Karnataka. In 2019, the number of parties in the fray had crossed the half-century mark with 56. In 2014, there were 38 parties in the fray in Karnataka.

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Council polls: BJP candidate promises to withdraw and extend support to JD(S) nominee

BJP nominee withdraws from election in support of JD(S) candidate to honor alliance, ending confusion in constituency.

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Vivekananda, BJP-JD(S) alliance candidate, files nomination in Mysuru

Ending uncertainty, JD(S) leader K. Vivekananda files nomination as NDA candidate for South Teachers’ Constituency, supported by BJP.

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Council polls: Rebellion and confusion in BJP-JD(S) alliance in three constituencies

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), which had announced candidates to five of the six Legislative Council seats leaving one to its alliance partner the Janata Dal (Secular), will likely give up another seat to its partner making the seat-sharing formula to 4-2. Six Council seats go to polls on June…

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Many Congress leaders vying for ticket to get elected to Legislative Council

As a dozen seats of the Legislative Council in Karnataka are falling vacant next month (June 17), senior and junior leaders of the Congress are vying for ticket to get elected to the Upper House of the State Legislature from the Legislative Assembly.

The Hindu

Legislative Council polls: Confusion persists over BJP-JD(S) alliance candidate for South Teachers’ constituency

Confusion over BJP-JD(S) alliance's candidate for Legislative Council from South Teachers' constituency, with BJP and JD(S) leaders at odds.

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Legislative Council poll keeps political heat on as it is being seen as a prestige battle

High political tension in Karnataka as parties gear up for Legislative Council elections following Lok Sabha polls.

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BJP springs a surprise at alliance partner JD(S) by nominating its candidates for five of six Council seats

Hours after the former Chief Minister B.S. Yediyurappa announced in Mysuru that the NDA partners BJP and Janata Dal (Secular) will contest four and two seats, respectively, in the upcoming Legislative Council elections for six seats, the BJP sprung a surprise by naming its candidate to one of the two…

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Kerala JD(S) to form new party after Lok Sabha results

Kerala JD(S) considers forming new party post-elections, amidst turmoil in Karnataka, ruling out merger with CPI(M)-led Left Democratic Front.

The Hindu

Prajwal case: Congress questions motive behind JD(S) protests over SIT probe

KPCC spokesperson questions JD(S) protests against SIT probe into sexual harassment charges, accuses BJP of misleading public.

The Hindu

Prajwal Revanna sexual assault case: JD(S) opposes SIT probe, seeks CBI inquiry

JD(S) workers demand CBI probe into sexual harassment charges against MP Prajwal Revanna, alleging SIT bias and conspiracy by Congress.

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Polling ends in Karnataka; month-long, nail-biting wait begins

As the curtains came down on the hard-fought and high-pitched Lok Sabha elections amid the sweltering heat in Karnataka on Tuesday, it will be nearly a month-long tense wait for the electoral fortunes to be known. The counting of votes across the country will take place on June 4. Amid…

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If Prajwal Revanna isn’t punished, he will do this again: Rape survivor’s sister

The punishment given to Prajwal Revanna should be such that he should never be able to go about with his head held high, says Mala (name changed). It was only a few days ago that she was told by her family that her sister Mridula* was in the 3,000-odd video…

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BJP, JD(S) believe their alliance will survive the Prajwal ‘sexual abuse’ case

In the midst of the Parliamentary election, the sexual exploitation case allegedly involving the incumbent Hassan MP and Janata Dal (Secular) candidate Prajwal Revanna has brought the focus on the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) in Karnataka of which the JD(S) is a part

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Hindutva and caste calculations overtake real issues of drought and backwardness in north Karnataka

14 constituencies in northern and central Karnataka face drought, regional imbalances, communal narratives, and political realignment in upcoming elections.

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In India’s election, a flash drive, sex abuse videos – and a missing MP

An MP from party allied with Prime Minister Modi’s BJP in Karnataka State is at the centre of sexual abuse allegations.

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BJP leader informed Vijayendra about video clips in December 2023

Shivamogga BJP leader warns against alliance with JD(S) due to alleged blackmail videos involving Prajwal Revanna.

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Robust turnout in Vokkaliga heartland of Mandya

Mandya election results to be announced on June 4 after high voter turnout and peaceful polling process.

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JD(S) didn’t invite me for campaign in Mandya, says Sumalatha

Expressing displeasure over remarks of former Prime Minister H.D. Deve Gowda, Sumalatha Ambareesh, Mandya MP, on Friday said no one from the JD(S) invited her to campaign for the party candidate H.D. Kumaraswamy in Mandya.

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Lok Sabha polls: EC books 23 cases of hate speech

In the run-up to the April 26 Lok Sabha polls in Karnataka, the Election Commission has booked 23 cases of hate speech, 28 cases of inducements, 15 related to misuse of religious places, and 15 cases pertaining to use of children in campaigns.

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‘Gratitude factor is likely to work in my favour’

Cardiologist C.N. Manjunath, former head of State-run Sri Jayadeva Institute of Cardiovascular Sciences and Research, has entered the fray as the BJP Lok Sabha candidate for Bengaluru Rural leading to a tough competition in the upcoming elections. A bastion of the Congress, this constituency has attracted attention as Dr. Manjunath…

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Battle of ‘guarantees’ between BJP, Congress in parched Karnataka

Interest in the parliamentary election in Karnataka has been kept alive by the implementation of five “guarantee” schemes.

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