Karnataka Congress
Karnataka Political Divide: Congress Pushes to Revive Tipu Jayanti Celebrations Amid BJP Opposition
Dec 09, 2025 04:51 pm CST
The Karnataka Congress has reignited the controversial debate over Tipu Jayanti celebrations with MLA Vijayanand Kashapanavvar urging the government to resume state-sponsored events honoring the 18th-century ruler. The proposal has drawn support from Minister Laxmi Hebbalkar but faces strong opposition from BJP leaders, who continue to criticize Tipu Sultan's legacy, highlighting the deep political and religious divisions that have surrounded these celebrations since their introduction in 2015.
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah's "Politics Not Permanent" Comment Fuels Leadership Change Speculation
Dec 03, 2025 01:48 am CST
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah's candid remark that "politics is not permanent" during a conversation with a Congress MLA has intensified speculation about potential leadership changes within the ruling party. As the government reaches its mid-term mark, the Congress high command appears to be working to stabilize tensions between top leaders ahead of an important legislative session.
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah Ready to Attend DK Shivakumar's Breakfast Meeting Amid Unity Talks
Dec 01, 2025 07:14 pm CST
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah confirms he's willing to attend Deputy CM DK Shivakumar's breakfast invitation despite not receiving a formal call yet. The two Congress leaders continue to display unity amid speculation about party divisions, with Health Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao affirming their collaborative relationship and commitment to following the high command's directives.
Samajwadi Party MP Criticizes Bengaluru's Traffic Crisis, Highlights Government Response Difference Between Congress and BJP
Dec 01, 2025 03:40 pm CST
Samajwadi Party MP Rajeev Rai faced Bengaluru's infamous traffic gridlock, missing a flight to Parliament and criticizing Karnataka's traffic management. After authorities responded to his viral complaint, Rai contrasted their reaction with how BJP-ruled states might have handled such criticism, sparking debate about traffic governance across political parties and the universal experience of Bengaluru's congestion problems.
Karnataka Deputy CM DK Shivakumar Denies Rift with CM Siddaramaiah: "We Are Working Together"
Nov 30, 2025 03:56 pm CST
Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar has publicly denied any differences with Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, emphasizing unity within Congress despite ongoing speculation about a leadership change. The two leaders recently held a breakfast meeting to project solidarity, while opposition parties dismissed it as a facade. Both leaders have stated they will follow whatever decision the Congress high command makes regarding Karnataka's leadership.
Karnataka Power Tussle: Siddaramaiah and DK Shivakumar Summoned by Congress High Command
Nov 29, 2025 12:00 am CST
Amid growing tensions between Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar, the Congress high command has intervened to resolve their apparent rift. Following social media exchanges hinting at a power-sharing dispute, both leaders have been directed to present a united front. The controversy centers around rumors of a rotational chief minister arrangement that would see Shivakumar take over after 2.5 years in power.
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 MLAs Push for DK Shivakumar's Elevation to Chief Minister Amid Leadership Speculation
Nov 26, 2025 02:36 am CST
Karnataka Congress legislators visited Delhi to advocate for Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar's elevation to Chief Minister, as the ruling party faces internal power struggles following its government's mid-term milestone. While MLAs expressed confidence in Shivakumar's promotion, they affirmed that the final decision rests with the party high command, with a resolution expected soon.
Karnataka Leadership Dispute: G Parameshwara Joins Siddaramaiah-DK Shivakumar Chief Minister Race
Nov 24, 2025 02:13 pm CST
Karnataka's political landscape faces new complexities as Home Minister G Parameshwara, a prominent Dalit leader, hints at joining the Chief Minister contest between Siddaramaiah and DK Shivakumar. This development adds a third dimension to the ongoing leadership tensions within Karnataka's Congress party that have persisted since their 2023 election victory, with party officials now working to mediate the growing discord.
Karnataka Power Struggle: Shivakumar Loyalists Meet Congress Leadership Amid Chief Minister Rotation Speculation
Nov 21, 2025 07:22 am CST
Tensions rise in Karnataka's Congress government as loyalists of Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar head to New Delhi to meet party leadership, just as Chief Minister Siddaramaiah completes two-and-a-half years in office. This move reignites speculation about a possible "rotational chief minister formula" that was reportedly discussed when the government was formed in 2023.