UNBELIEVABLE: 19 - Caught on Camera

User shares stunning video of divine lightening strikes on Madikeri mountains also called 'Scotland of India': Watch

A stunning video of a lightning storm over Madikeri in Karnataka's Kodagu district is going viral. The footage shows repeated lightning flashes illuminating mist-covered mountains. Shared by an advocate, the clip is described as divine fireworks. Social media users are amazed by the breathtaking and surreal visuals. The video highlights…

The Economic Times · Jun 2

Karnataka Chief Minister swearing-in ceremony: state Government announces half-day office closure

Bengaluru will observe a half-day holiday on June 3 for government staff. This is to facilitate the swearing-in ceremony of Chief Minister-designate DK Shivakumar. The event is scheduled for 4:05 PM at the Karnataka Legislature premises. Security and traffic management are key reasons for the holiday. Meanwhile, discussions on cabinet…

The Economic Times · Jun 2

MLA Priyank Kharge meets Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge ahead of June 3 Karnataka cabinet swearing-in

Karnataka Congress MLA Priyank Kharge met party chief Mallikarjun Kharge in the national capital. DK Shivakumar will be sworn in as Chief Minister on Wednesday. Top leaders are in the capital to finalize cabinet berths. The new ministry will be formed in two phases. Some ministers from the previous government…

The Economic Times · Jun 2

Yathindra Siddaramaiah says Congress high command assured him ministerial berth

Congress MLC Yathindra Siddaramaiah expressed hope for a ministerial position in the upcoming Karnataka cabinet. He stated the party high command assured him of a berth. Yathindra congratulated Chief Minister-elect D K Shivakumar. He clarified no demand was made for the deputy chief minister post. Discussions also covered election revision…

The Economic Times · May 31

Karnataka CM-elect Shivakumar appeals for restraint at celebrations, cites allergy to garlands

Karnataka Chief Minister-elect D K Shivakumar has urged supporters to celebrate his upcoming swearing-in ceremony with restraint. He requested them to avoid crowding and refrain from offering flower garlands due to an allergy. Shivakumar stated that his elevation reflects the aspirations of ordinary party workers. The ceremony is scheduled for…

The Economic Times · May 31

Karnataka CM-designate Shivakumar invites Kharge, Rahul to lay foundation of KPCC Bhavan

DK Shivakumar, Karnataka's Chief Minister-designate, has invited Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge and MP Rahul Gandhi to lay the foundation stone for the Karnataka Pradesh Congress Committee Bhavan. This event will take place after his swearing-in ceremony on June 3. The oath-taking ceremony will be live-streamed for all party workers and…

The Economic Times · May 31

Karnataka: Congress High Command to decide on coordination committee, cabinet expansion top priority, says Satish Jarkiholi

"I do not know if a specific committee needs to be formed right away. If not, the current decision is final. This is ultimately a matter for our party leadership to decide," Jarkiholi told ANI.

The Economic Times · May 31

No proposal yet on Karnataka Cabinet under CM-designate Shivakumar: Mallikarjun Kharge

In a recent update, Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge revealed that the new Karnataka ministry proposals have yet to arrive. Final decisions on the ministerial roles and deputy chief ministers are set to take place following the swearing-in on June 3. Meanwhile, there are ongoing discussions about a phased cabinet expansion.

The Economic Times · May 31

Will appeal to govt for a nationwide gig workers' law, like those in Karnataka, Telangana: Uday Bhanu Chib

The Indian Youth Congress held a conclave for gig workers. They highlighted the challenges faced by millions of delivery workers. These workers often labor long hours for low pay without social security. The IYC demanded employee status, fair wages, and social security for gig workers. They are calling for a…

The Economic Times · May 31

NIA conducts searches across three south Indian states in Kerala illegal explosives seizure case

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) conducted searches across Kerala, Tamil Nadu, and Karnataka. These searches are part of an ongoing investigation into a large seizure of explosives in Malappuram, Kerala. Several accused persons have been arrested. The agency is working to uncover the full supply chain of these illegally procured…

The Economic Times · May 31