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Karnataka Congress Power Struggle: DK Shivakumar Loyalist Claims Assurance from Party President Kharge
Nov 21, 2025 03:26 pm CST
The ongoing power struggle within Karnataka's Congress has intensified as Ramanagara MLA Iqbal Hussain, a staunch supporter of Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar, claims to have received assurance from party president Mallikarjun Kharge regarding potential leadership change. This development marks a critical point in the alleged power-sharing agreement between Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Shivakumar as the government reaches its halfway mark, with multiple MLAs traveling to Delhi to lobby party high command for resolution.
Karnataka Power Struggle Intensifies: MLAs from DK Shivakumar Camp Arrive in Delhi as Rumored Leadership Change Deadline Approaches
Nov 21, 2025 01:11 am CST
A group of Karnataka Congress legislators supporting Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar have arrived in Delhi just as the rumored power-sharing agreement with Chief Minister Siddaramaiah reaches its halfway point. While officially on Agriculture Department business, their timing has fueled speculation about a potential leadership transition in Karnataka's government, despite both leaders' public displays of unity. The Congress party maintains there are no plans for leadership changes as stability in Karnataka remains crucial following recent electoral setbacks elsewhere.
DK Shivakumar Hints at Stepping Down as Karnataka Congress Chief Amid Chief Minister Succession Talks
Nov 20, 2025 02:26 am CST
Senior Congress leader DK Shivakumar has indicated he may resign as Karnataka Congress president after nearly six years in the role, reigniting speculation about the rumored power-sharing agreement with Chief Minister Siddaramaiah. This development comes amid persistent demands from Shivakumar's supporters for him to assume the Chief Minister position, potentially removing a key obstacle in his political ascension as the 'one man, one post' rule would no longer apply.
DK Shivakumar Addresses Karnataka Cabinet Reshuffle Speculations: "What's Wrong With Having Aspirations?"
Nov 18, 2025 10:16 am CST
Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar defends legislators' ministerial aspirations amid cabinet reshuffle rumors, dismisses leadership change speculations with humor, and clarifies his Delhi visit was to invite Congress leadership for foundation-laying ceremonies of party offices in Karnataka.
BJP Releases Satirical Video Mocking "No Chair November" for DK Shivakumar Amid Karnataka Leadership Tensions
Nov 09, 2025 05:19 pm CST
The BJP has released a satirical AI-generated video targeting the Congress government in Karnataka, portraying Deputy CM DK Shivakumar receiving a "No Chair November" reward amid speculation about leadership tensions with CM Siddaramaiah. Despite rumors of a power-sharing agreement that would see Shivakumar take over as Chief Minister, both leaders maintain they will abide by the party's decisions regarding leadership transitions.
Karnataka Minister Confirms Succession Plan: Shivakumar to Follow Siddaramaiah as Chief Minister After 2028
Nov 03, 2025 01:11 am CST
Karnataka Housing Minister BZ Zameer Ahmed Khan has dismissed rumors of an imminent "November revolution" in the state's leadership, confirming that while Deputy CM DK Shivakumar desires to become Chief Minister, the transition would only occur after Siddaramaiah completes his full five-year term in 2028. Khan's statement addresses ongoing speculation about power-sharing arrangements within Karnataka's Congress government.
Karnataka Home Minister Confirms Siddaramaiah Will Complete Full 5-Year Term as Chief Minister
Oct 02, 2025 11:05 pm CST
Karnataka Home Minister G Parameshwara has firmly stated that Chief Minister Siddaramaiah will serve his full five-year term despite ongoing speculation about a power-sharing arrangement with Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar. Rumors of a leadership change in November have been dismissed as the minister assured that political stability would continue in Karnataka.