Karnataka politics
Veerappa Moily Blames Congress Central Leadership for Siddaramaiah-Shivakumar Power Struggle in Karnataka
Nov 28, 2025 09:44 pm CST
Former Union Minister M Veerappa Moily criticizes Congress central leadership for failing to address the escalating power tussle between Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy CM DK Shivakumar. Moily warns that without urgent restoration of party discipline, Congress risks losing its position in Karnataka, especially as religious leaders begin taking sides in the political conflict.
Power Struggle in Karnataka: Shivakumar Invokes Sonia Gandhi's Sacrifice Amid Leadership Crisis
Nov 28, 2025 09:41 pm CST
The ongoing power struggle between Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar has intensified, with Shivakumar strategically referencing Sonia Gandhi's historical sacrifice of power. This leadership crisis stems from an alleged 2.5-year power-sharing agreement that Siddaramaiah appears reluctant to honor, while the BJP prepares to exploit the Congress party's internal divisions with a planned no-confidence motion.
Karnataka Power Struggle: Siddaramaiah Holds Position as DK Shivakumar Awaits His Turn
Nov 28, 2025 02:18 pm CST
The ongoing leadership dispute between Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy CM DK Shivakumar has reached a critical point, threatening Congress party stability. While Siddaramaiah maintains strong support from OBC communities and over 100 MLAs, Shivakumar continues pressing his claim based on alleged power-sharing agreements. With BJP planning a no-confidence motion and Congress leadership urging resolution before December's Assembly session, the ruling party must quickly settle this conflict to prevent potential government collapse in one of its few remaining strongholds.
Karnataka Political Crisis: BJP Predicts Congress Split as Siddaramaiah-DKS Power Struggle Intensifies
Nov 28, 2025 12:45 am CST
The Karnataka Congress faces potential internal division as the power struggle between Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy CM DK Shivakumar reaches a critical point. BJP state chief BY Vijayendra predicts a party split following the passing of an alleged midterm leadership transfer agreement, with supporters of both leaders mobilizing to secure their preferred outcome as Congress leadership attempts to resolve the growing crisis.
Karnataka Leadership Crisis: Siddaramaiah and Shivakumar Clash Over Rotational Chief Minister Promise
Nov 27, 2025 10:24 pm CST
Karnataka's political landscape is witnessing growing tensions as Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy CM DK Shivakumar exchange pointed remarks over an alleged rotational leadership agreement. With the government reaching its 2.5-year mark, Shivakumar's "word power is world power" comment has triggered a public dispute about promises made during government formation in 2023, forcing Congress high command to potentially intervene.
Karnataka Political Crisis: The Deepening Siddaramaiah-DK Shivakumar Power Struggle Transforms Into Vokkaliga vs Ahinda Battle
Nov 27, 2025 08:06 pm CST
The ongoing power struggle between Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and his deputy DK Shivakumar has escalated into a broader 'Vokkaliga vs Ahinda' political confrontation. Following a high-level meeting at the Chief Minister's residence, Siddaramaiah's camp is strategizing to counter the growing support for Shivakumar from the Vokkaliga community, while emphasizing his own backing from the diverse Ahinda coalition comprising minorities, backward classes, and Dalits. This internal Congress conflict stems from unfulfilled expectations of a leadership change after the halfway mark of the government's term.
Karnataka CM Power Struggle: Siddaramaiah and DK Shivakumar's Battle for Leadership Intensifies
Nov 27, 2025 07:07 pm CST
The power struggle between Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy CM DK Shivakumar has reached a critical point as both camps pressure Congress high command in Delhi. Siddaramaiah seeks to delay any decision until after the state budget presentation, while Shivakumar demands a clear transition plan. Party President Mallikarjun Kharge and Home Minister G Parameshwara emerge as potential compromise candidates as Congress leadership works to prevent another damaging internal conflict ahead of crucial state elections.
Karnataka Congress Power Struggle: How Rahul Gandhi Holds the Key to Resolving Siddaramaiah-DK Shivakumar Tussle
Nov 27, 2025 05:23 pm CST
The article examines the complex political dynamics within Karnataka's Congress party, focusing on the power struggle between Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy CM DK Shivakumar. It analyzes the demands of both leaders, the role of other influential figures like Mallikarjun Kharge, and explains why Rahul Gandhi has become central to resolving this leadership challenge while navigating delicate caste equations that could impact the party's future in Karnataka.
Karnataka Congress Leadership Crisis: Siddaramaiah-DK Shivakumar Power Struggle Intensifies
Nov 27, 2025 04:34 pm CST
The Karnataka Congress leadership crisis has escalated as Chief Minister Siddaramaiah's supporters prepare to lobby Delhi to retain him in power, while Deputy CM DK Shivakumar's backers push for leadership change based on an alleged midterm agreement. Party president Mallikarjun Kharge and the Gandhis are expected to intervene in this intensifying power struggle that threatens party unity.
Karnataka CM Tussle: DK Shivakumar's Cryptic "Promise" Remark Amid Leadership Dispute with Siddaramaiah
Nov 27, 2025 12:18 pm CST
In Karnataka's ongoing political drama, DK Shivakumar has made cryptic statements about "keeping promises" amid his leadership tussle with CM Siddaramaiah. With supporters claiming a rotational chief ministership agreement and December 1 emerging as a potential deadline for leadership change, Congress high command works to resolve the impasse while both contenders publicly defer to party leadership for the final decision.