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Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah's Lighthearted Exchange with Reporter Over Vegetarian and Non-Vegetarian Preferences Amid Leadership Discussions
Dec 03, 2025 05:30 pm CST
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah shared a humorous moment with reporters about dietary preferences following a breakfast meeting with Deputy CM DK Shivakumar. The interaction occurred amid speculation about leadership changes as the Congress government reached its mid-term point, with both leaders affirming their united approach to governance despite rumors of a potential power transition.
Karnataka Political Unity: Siddaramaiah and DK Shivakumar's Strategic Breakfast Diplomacy With 'Naati Koli'
Dec 02, 2025 01:30 am CST
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar demonstrate political unity through their second scheduled breakfast meeting featuring 'naati koli' (country chicken). This diplomatic engagement, backed by Congress central leadership, aims to strengthen their collaborative governance efforts and dispel rumors of internal party factions.
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.
Siddaramaiah's Son Dismisses Karnataka CM Change Rumors: "No War, No Conflict"
Nov 29, 2025 02:47 am CST
Yathindra Siddaramaiah, son of Karnataka Chief Minister and Congress MLC, has firmly denied rumors of leadership conflict between his father and Deputy CM DK Shivakumar. He clarified that discussions about changing the Chief Minister are only happening in media circles, not within the party, and emphasized that only the Congress high command has authority to make leadership decisions.
Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar Clarifies Controversial "Votes for Funds" Remark Ahead of Local Elections
Nov 23, 2025 05:41 pm CST
Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar has clarified his controversial campaign statement linking voter support to fund allocation in Malegaon, claiming it was not intended as a threat but rather a common election promise. The NCP chief's remarks sparked criticism from opposition parties while government allies attempted to downplay the controversy ahead of the December 2 Nagar Panchayat elections.
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.
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.
BJP's Samrat Choudhary Maintains 12,000 Vote Lead in Bihar's Tarapur Constituency Elections
Nov 14, 2025 03:15 pm CST
Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary of BJP is leading by over 12,000 votes in Tarapur constituency during the ongoing Bihar Elections 2025. The seasoned OBC leader and former state BJP president is outpacing RJD's Arun Kumar and Jan Suraaj's Santosh Singh in this critical NDA-allocated seat, showcasing his continued political influence since defecting from RJD in 2014.
Owaisi Slams Tejashwi Yadav For "Extremist" Comment: Political Tension Rises Ahead Of Bihar Elections
Nov 03, 2025 02:54 pm CST
AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi has launched a fierce counterattack against RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav after being labeled an "extremist," highlighting growing tensions ahead of Bihar's 2025 Assembly elections. Following failed alliance negotiations, Owaisi's party plans to contest 100 seats independently, positioning itself as a third front in Bihar's political landscape and potentially challenging traditional voting patterns in Muslim-dominated regions like Seemanchal.
D K Suresh Expresses Desire to See Brother Shivakumar as Karnataka Chief Minister Amid Succession Speculations
Oct 29, 2025 08:09 pm CST
Former Congress MP D K Suresh openly shared his aspiration for his brother and Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar to become Karnataka's Chief Minister, while addressing speculations about a potential leadership change in November. Amidst rumors of a pre-arranged power-sharing agreement between current CM Siddaramaiah and Shivakumar, Suresh maintained that party decisions would be respected, emphasizing the Congress's responsibility to fulfill its five-year mandate to serve the people of Karnataka.