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'Nothing to worry': DKS in damage-control mode after 'closest of friend' quits cabinet
Karnataka chief minister DK Shivakumar on Friday reacted to Ramalinga Reddy's resignation as minister, saying there was "nothing to worry" about. Reddy's resignation came days after Siddaramaiah's exit from CM post and Shivakumar's elevation as the state's new chief minister. The transition of power in Karnataka came after intense buzz and discussions within the Congress top brass, with veteran politician Siddaramaiah handing over the top job to his deputy DK Shivakumar.
From Sidda to DKS: Congress hopes Karnataka change of guard will blunt anti-incumbency, fill gaps
Congress's surgical operation in Karnataka stems from its estimates of gaps after three years of the Siddaramaiah government and its expectations from DK Shivakumar at the helm, with eyes focused on future political battles - 2028 assembly polls followed by Lok Sabha polls. The transition from Siddaramaiah to Shivakumar is rooted in the informal arrangement that was made at the time of the selection of CM following a keen tussle between the two for the top post. But, sources said, the...
Beyond CM chair tussle: What could make or break DKS's reign in Karnataka
NEW DELHI: Karnataka Congress leader DK Shivakumar has been long known for his firefighting skills. The Congress turned to him everytime things fell apart. But now, as he prepares to take up the top job in Karnataka, the test will not just be of his firefighting skills (in his own backyard) but also of his governance skills.
DKS to open CM stint with 8 populist schemes; Sidda appointed to CWC
DK Shivakumar is expected to announce eight populist schemes, particularly focused on farmers and women, soon after taking oath as chief minister Wednesday afternoon. This is seen as an early effort to shape governance agenda and define the policy direction of his govt. Shivakumar, 64, will take oath as chief minister of Karnataka at 4.10pm at glass house in Lok Bhavan, marking the formal transition of leadership within the Congress govt.
'Rises again as champions! Karnataka CM-elect DKS, Sidda congratulate RCB on winning IPL
Chief minister-designate DK Shivakumar on Sunday congratulated Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) after the franchise secured its second consecutive Indian Premier League (IPL) title by defeating Gujarat in the final. "I congratulate them on behalf of the RCB fans in Karnataka, and the state government," Shivakumar told reporters, praising the team for maintaining its winning momentum from last season. In a post on X, he hailed the achievement, saying, "RCB has created history by clinching a...
'Saw potential in a young worker': DKS thanks Gandhi family ahead of swearing-in
Karnataka chief minister-designate DK Shivakumar on Tuesday expressed gratitude to the Gandhi family for playing a defining role in his political journey and vowed to continue working with sincerity and commitment to build a progressive, inclusive and prosperous state. In a post on X, Shivakumar wrote,"The Gandhi family has played a defining role in my political journey, not merely through leadership, but through the faith they placed in me at different stages of my life." His remarks come...
Who replaces DKS as Karnataka Congress chief? Kharge says search is on
As Congress leader DK Shivakumar prepares to take oath as Karnataka chief minister on June 3, party president Mallikarjun Kharge on Sunday said that it is still searching for the right person to replace him as the next Karnataka Pradesh Congress Committee (KPCC) president. Speaking to reporters at Kalaburagi airport, Kharge said the party was carefully weighing its options and looking for a leader who could strengthen the organisation ahead of the next assembly elections. "Naturally, after...
Karnataka: DKS's cabinet to debut with 10-20 ministers; Delhi talks continue
BENGALURu/NEW DELHI: The Congress high command, along with chief minister-designate D K Shivakumar and caretaker chief minister Siddaramaiah, held late-night discussions in New Delhi Sunday to finalise the composition of the new Karnataka cabinet. There are plans to induct between 10 and 20 ministers in the first phase, alongside Shivakumar's swearing-in on Wednesday. A senior party functionary said the initial list is nearly ready, with some additional names still under consideration.
Free student bus passes, job exchange, youth clubs: DKS announces first set of decisions as CM
In his first set of decisions after taking charge, Karnataka chief minister DK Shivakumar on Wednesday announced a series of welfare and youth-focused initiatives, including free bus passes for students from school to postgraduate level. The chief minister also announced the setting up of a private employment exchange covering all sectors, which will also provide training to job aspirants to improve employability and skill development. As part of his broader youth engagement plan, Shivakumar...