The Supreme Court on Monday issued notice to Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah seeking his response to a plea challenging his victory from Varuna constituency in the 2023 State legislative assembly elections, alleging that the same was based on illegal freebie policies as per the Karn
Amid the ongoing power tussle in Karnataka's Congress leadership, Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar has invited Chief Minister Siddaramaiah for breakfast at his residence on Tuesday morning, according to a statement by Shivakumar's office.
Amidst a stir over a leadership change in the Congress government in Karnataka, Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar on Sunday hinted at a visit to Delhi, saying state party leaders will go if needed.
Although Siddaramaiah and Shivakumar aimed to send out a message of harmony, the opposition dismissed the meeting as a "breakup par makeup," alleging that the leaders were merely attempting to mask their internal differences with a show of solidarity.
Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar held a "productive discussion on Karnataka's priorities and the road ahead" with Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, while meeting him at his Cauvery residence for breakfast on Saturday morning.
Amid a stir over the Congress leadership in Karnataka, Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar on Friday reiterated that he does not want to rush and that the party high command will take a decision on the CM post.
Karnataka BJP President BY Vijayendra on Friday took a dig at Congress amid the speculated power tussle between Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy CM DK Shivakumar, saying it would not be surprising if Karnataka Congress splits into two vertical factions.
Karnataka Minister Priyank Kharge on Friday dismissed speculation over discussions regarding a change of leadership in the state, asserting that Congress is united and will remain united.
Mishra mocked the Congress's handling of the crisis and said contradictory statements from its senior leaders reflect deeper organisational confusion. "What is the Congress high command? This is the biggest question," he said.
Siddaramaiah, the current CM, insists he'll complete his five-year term, citing the mandate given by the people of Karnataka. He's emphasised his commitment to fulfilling the party's promises, including the five guarantee schemes. Shivakumar, on the other hand, is pushing for a leadership