DK Shivakumar

  • Union Minister Accuses Karnataka CM and Deputy of MLA Purchase Amid Leadership Crisis

    Union Minister Accuses Karnataka CM and Deputy of MLA Purchase Amid Leadership Crisis

    Nov 22, 2025 05:55 pm CST

    Union Minister Pralhad Joshi has alleged that Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy CM DK Shivakumar are attempting to secure MLAs' support amid an escalating leadership battle. The accusations follow Shivakumar's prison visit to Congress MLAs, while party high command Mallikarjun Kharge intervenes to resolve the growing crisis in the state government.

  • Karnataka Congress Power Struggle: DK Shivakumar Loyalist Claims Assurance from Party President Kharge

    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

    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

    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

    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.

  • Karnataka Deputy CM DK Shivakumar Refutes Resignation Rumors, Reaffirms Commitment to Congress Party

    Karnataka Deputy CM DK Shivakumar Refutes Resignation Rumors, Reaffirms Commitment to Congress Party

    Nov 17, 2025 10:52 am CST

    Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar has firmly denied rumors about his resignation as Congress Karnataka unit chief, emphasizing his loyalty as a "disciplined soldier" of the party. Amidst speculation of leadership changes following CM Siddaramaiah's meeting with Rahul Gandhi, Shivakumar clarified his Delhi visit was to invite Congress leadership for foundation-laying ceremonies of 100 new party offices in Karnataka.

  • DK Shivakumar Dismisses BJP

    DK Shivakumar Dismisses BJP's 'No Chair November' AI Video as Political Theatrics

    Nov 10, 2025 10:44 am CST

    Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar rejects BJP's satirical AI video suggesting leadership tensions within Congress as "bogus" and a "fuss." The controversial 'No Chair November' video portrays supposed power struggles between Shivakumar and Chief Minister Siddaramaiah amid ongoing speculation about a potential leadership change in Karnataka's government.

  • BJP Releases Satirical Video Mocking "No Chair November" for DK Shivakumar Amid Karnataka Leadership Tensions

    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.

  • Instagram User Faces Criminal Charges for AI-Generated Fake Video of Karnataka Deputy CM Pushing Chief Minister

    Instagram User Faces Criminal Charges for AI-Generated Fake Video of Karnataka Deputy CM Pushing Chief Minister

    Nov 08, 2025 04:57 pm CST

    Bengaluru police have registered an FIR against an Instagram account holder for creating and circulating an AI-generated fake video depicting Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar pushing Chief Minister Siddaramaiah. The fabricated footage, designed to appear as legitimate breaking news, has prompted legal action under multiple sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita for potentially damaging the officials' reputations and disturbing social harmony.

  • BJP Mocks Karnataka Congress with AI

    BJP Mocks Karnataka Congress with AI 'Musical Chair' Video Amid Chief Minister Succession Battle

    Nov 05, 2025 02:00 pm CST

    Karnataka's political landscape heats up as BJP shares an AI-generated 'musical chair' video mocking the power struggle between Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy CM DK Shivakumar. The video portrays four Congress leaders competing for the top position amid growing speculation about leadership change after two-and-a-half years of Congress rule in Karnataka.