Karnataka government
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 Deputy CM DK Shivakumar Dismisses Leadership Change Rumors, Emphasizes Government Unity
Nov 02, 2025 12:47 am CST
Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar has firmly rejected speculation about leadership changes in the state government, emphasizing strong unity with CM Siddaramaiah. He proposed a bipartisan approach to Bengaluru's controversial Tunnel Road project and addressed various regional governance issues while maintaining focus on development priorities.
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.
P Chidambaram Proposes Accountability System for Bengaluru Road Infrastructure Development
Oct 22, 2025 04:08 pm CST
Congress MP P Chidambaram addresses the Bengaluru road infrastructure controversy between Biocon's Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw and Deputy CM DK Shivakumar, suggesting a new accountability framework where private companies supervise public works execution rather than merely providing funds. The proposed system aims to improve infrastructure quality by holding supervising entities responsible for project outcomes.
DK Shivakumar vs Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw: The Battle Over Bengaluru's Crumbling Infrastructure
Oct 19, 2025 07:07 pm CST
The ongoing public dispute between Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar and Biocon Chief Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw highlights growing concerns about Bengaluru's deteriorating infrastructure. As industry leaders criticize road conditions and waste management, government officials defend their efforts while questioning the timing and motivation behind these public statements. This controversy underscores the challenges facing India's tech capital as it struggles to maintain infrastructure amid rapid growth.
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah Challenges Murthys' Understanding of State's Social Survey: Not Just for Backward Classes
Oct 17, 2025 08:16 pm CST
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has publicly addressed Infosys founder NR Narayana Murthy and Sudha Murty's refusal to participate in the state's socio-economic survey, emphasizing it serves all citizens regardless of caste. The CM clarified that the survey aims to map Karnataka's entire population of seven crore people, not just backward classes, and highlighted that even upper-caste residents benefit from government welfare schemes.
Bengaluru Launches Innovative Urban Sustainability Challenge: Transforming India's Silicon Valley Into a Model for Future Cities
Oct 15, 2025 11:40 pm CST
The Yes/Bengaluru Urban Innovation Challenge, launched by the World Economic Forum and UpLink, seeks to transform Bengaluru into a sustainable urban development model by supporting early-stage innovations in critical areas like air quality and water management. With 40% of India's population expected to live in cities by 2030, this initiative aims to develop scalable solutions that can be implemented across India and globally, leveraging Bengaluru's vibrant tech ecosystem and young, tech-savvy population.
Karnataka Cabinet Reshuffle Speculation: Siddaramaiah's Dinner Meeting Triggers Leadership Change Rumors
Oct 09, 2025 10:41 pm CST
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah's upcoming dinner with his ministerial council has intensified speculation about a potential cabinet reshuffle and leadership rotation with Deputy CM DK Shivakumar. While Congress officially denies any immediate changes before the Bihar elections, party factions continue to push competing agendas, creating internal tension that party leaders are now publicly asking the high command to resolve.
"Potholes Are Everywhere, Outside PM's House In Delhi Too": DK Shivakumar
Sep 23, 2025 01:40 pm CST
There are potholes everywhere, including in front of the Prime Minister's residence in the national capital Delhi, Karnataka's Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar said today as he stressed that the government is working overtime to fill potholes
"Paying Attention": DK Shivakumar As Bengaluru Fills Potholes After NDTV Report
Sep 21, 2025 03:51 pm CST
Days after NDTV reported on the poor road conditions in Bengaluru, the Karnataka government has begun filling the potholes.