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Karnataka CM-designate D K Shivakumar and senior leader Siddaramaiah will meet the Congress high command in Delhi on June 1 to finalise Cabinet formation. Intense lobbying continues for ministerial posts, deputy CM positions, and portfolio allocation ahead of the June 3 swearing-in

Karnataka Congress chief DK Shivakumar formally staked claim to form the next government after being unanimously elected leader of the Congress Legislature Party. Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot has invited him to take oath as Chief Minister along with his Council of Ministers on June 3 at Raj Bhavan, Bengaluru.

D K Shivakumar was elected leader of the Karnataka Congress Legislature Party, paving the way for him to become Chief Minister. The decision follows Siddaramaiah’s resignation. Shivakumar will be sworn in on June 3 at the Glass House in Bengaluru

A day after resigning as Karnataka chief minister, Siddaramaiah met Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge in Delhi to discuss government formation and his future role. The Congress leader reportedly sought Cabinet berths for loyalists, while the party prepared for a CLP meeting to elect the new chief minister

Former Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah said he politely declined the Congress high command’s offer for a Rajya Sabha seat, asserting his commitment to state politics. He said he would continue serving as Varuna MLA and remain active in public life and political battles

Siddaramaiah, once a strong anti-Congress leader from the Janata Parivar, rose through multiple political shifts to become Karnataka’s longest-serving Chief Minister. After joining Congress in 2006, he served two terms, credited with welfare schemes but also faced controversies before stepping down in 2026

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah said he has resigned from his post, stating that he acted in line with directions from the Congress high command. He confirmed submitting his resignation to the Governor’s office and thanked party leaders for the opportunity to serve

Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah submitted his resignation to the Governor’s office in Bengaluru and informed cabinet colleagues that Deputy CM D K Shivakumar would succeed him following Congress high command directions. Shivakumar, accompanied by ministers, met Siddaramaiah during an emotional farewell gathering

Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah hosted a breakfast with colleagues amid speculation he will step down for D K Shivakumar. Congress high command reportedly urged leadership change, sparking protests and celebrations, while backward class groups warned of consequences if Siddaramaiah is replaced

A leadership change in Karnataka appears imminent with Chief Minister Siddaramaiah expected to resign following discussions with the Congress high command. Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar is widely tipped to succeed him, even as the party officially denies any decision on leadership transition

Senior Congress leaders met in Delhi amid intense speculation over a possible leadership change in Karnataka. Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy CM D. K. Shivakumar held discussions with the party high command as internal power-sharing debates intensified

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy CM DK Shivakumar met Congress high command in Delhi amid speculation of leadership change. Ministers expressed confidence confusion would be resolved, while party leaders stressed unity and adherence to high command’s decision

Prime Minister Narendra Modi accused the Congress of poor governance, internal power struggles and betraying allies, calling it a “parasite party.” Addressing BJP workers in Bengaluru, he highlighted NDA’s electoral gains across states and projected BJP as a symbol of stability and development

Mallikarjun Kharge said no date has been fixed to discuss Karnataka leadership change amid speculation of a tussle between Siddaramaiah and D. K. Shivakumar, asserting any decision will be taken collectively by Congress high command

Mallikarjun Kharge said there is no immediate change in Karnataka leadership, affirming Siddaramaiah will continue as CM. Amid speculation and factional claims supporting D. K. Shivakumar, Kharge stressed any decision rests with the party high command

Ministerial aspirants and Congress leaders in Karnataka are expecting a decision on Cabinet reshuffle and possible leadership change in May, amid growing speculation and pressure within the party for clarity on Chief Minister Siddaramaiah’s tenure and D K Shivakumar’s role

Political activity has intensified in the Karnataka Congress as D K Shivakumar meets central leaders in Delhi while Chief Minister Siddaramaiah holds discussions with his supporters, signalling a possible revival of the leadership debate within the party

Siddaramaiah urged a Supreme Court bench in South India to improve access to justice, while highlighting AI’s benefits in reducing pendency. He cautioned against algorithmic bias, stressing judicial independence, human judgment, and balanced tech adoption

Siddaramaiah submitted a memorandum to PM Narendra Modi seeking central funds and approvals for infrastructure, rail, water, and welfare projects, highlighting Karnataka’s economic contribution and pending development demands

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah announced a ban on the use of social media for children under 16 while presenting the 2026–27 State Budget, citing concerns over mental health and digital addiction. Experts and parents welcomed the move but questioned its practical implementation