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Deputy CM D K Shivakumar met over 30 Congress legislators for a dinner in Belagavi amid ongoing speculation about a leadership tussle with Chief Minister Siddaramaiah. The gathering followed similar meetings a day earlier as the party navigates power sharing concerns

Chief Minister Siddaramaiah reiterated that the Congress high command will take the final decision on Karnataka’s leadership issue. His remarks come amid tensions between the Siddaramaiah and Shivakumar camps, even as MLAs voiced concerns over guarantee schemes and funding priorities

The Karnataka Cabinet is set to consider a stringent new hate speech and hate crimes bill, with Home Minister G. Parameshwara insisting it is not aimed at the BJP. The proposed legislation, expected to face opposition pushback, may be introduced in the winter session

Amid Karnataka’s Congress leadership tussle, Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar left for Delhi while Chief Minister Siddaramaiah held a luncheon with K.C. Venugopal and AHINDA leaders in Mangaluru, triggering speculation about party dynamics and leadership assertions

The Karnataka High Court rejected Prajwal Revanna’s appeal and bail plea in the sex CD and rape case, citing risks of influencing witnesses and the seriousness of pending cases. The bench held that suspending his sentence could impact related trials

For now, the embers of the fragile egos remain unaddressed, with the hope that the warring groups will not precipitate matters until the 2028 Assembly elections

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah is likely to visit Deputy CM D. K. Shivakumar for a breakfast meeting on December 2, signalling a temporary halt in their leadership tussle. The Congress high command is seen pushing for unity ahead of the Belagavi legislature session

DK Shivakumar’s cryptic X post on “keeping one’s word” has intensified the Karnataka Congress power tussle, reviving debates over a reported power-sharing pact. With Kharge acknowledging the crisis, both Shivakumar and Siddaramaiah have been summoned to Delhi for a final decision

Amid renewed speculation over a leadership change in Karnataka, Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge said the high command will resolve the issue after consultations with Sonia and Rahul Gandhi. Siddaramaiah and D.K. Shivakumar denied factionalism even as MLAs sought clarity on the alleged power-sharing pact

Amid speculation over a change in Karnataka’s Chief Minister, Siddaramaiah urged Congress high command to resolve the confusion, while Deputy CM DK Shivakumar hinted at a “secret deal” among senior leaders. AICC chief Mallikarjun Kharge declined public comment on the matter

Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah stated he will continue in office if the Congress high command decides so, reiterating he will follow its instructions. Meanwhile, Deputy CM D.K. Shivakumar received blessings amid speculation over a possible leadership change

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah dismissed speculation of a “November revolution” and a possible leadership change, calling it a media fabrication. He asserted that Congress has a five-year mandate, his position remains strong, and the government is committed to fulfilling its five guarantees

BJP MP Vishweshwar Hegde Kageri sparked controversy by claiming ‘Jana Gana Mana’ was composed to welcome a British official. Congress leader Priyank Kharge dismissed the remark, emphasizing Tagore wrote the anthem for India’s destiny, not the British

Karnataka BJP President B.Y. Vijayendra hailed the High Court’s approval for the RSS centenary march in Chittapur as a “victory for democracy.” He said the Congress government’s attempt to restrict the event was undemocratic and violated constitutional principles

Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah dismissed opposition demands for an NIA probe into alleged rapes and burials in Dharmasthala, saying the SIT has been given full freedom to investigate. He accused BJP and JD(S) of politicising the issue despite initially welcoming the SIT inquiry

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar alleged a “major conspiracy” in the Dharmasthala case, calling it baseless and urging a professional investigation. He stressed respect for all religions and dismissed claims of political interference while cautioning against media narratives

A political controversy has erupted in Karnataka after Minister HC Mahadevappa claimed that Tipu Sultan laid the foundation for the KRS Dam. The statement drew immediate backlash from MP Yaduveer Krishnadatta Chamaraja Wadiyar and historians, who refuted the claim, calling it an attempt to distort history for political gain.

At Vidhana Soudha, a playful bicycle spill sparked serious debates on environmental reforms and future leadership, proving even mishaps can drive change