DK Shivakumar welcomes Congress sweep in Karnataka bypolls: 'Harbinger of 2028'
4 months ago

DK Shivakumar welcomes Congress sweep in Karnataka bypolls: 'Harbinger of 2028'

India Today  

Terming the Karnataka bypoll results as a lesson against the false propaganda of the Opposition and a victory for development and welfare schemes, Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar on Saturday said the outcome signals what to expect in the 2028 Assembly elections. The people’s verdict has answered these allegations.” ‘THIS IS NOT THE LOSS OF NIKHIL OR BHARATH’ Among those defeated in the bypolls were the sons of former Chief Ministers Basavaraj Bommai and HD Kumaraswamy. The media can interpret it as they wish.” On whether this result hints at the Congress’s return to power in the 2028 Assembly elections, Shivakumar said, “Absolutely. As the President of the Karnataka Congress, I say this with responsibility, we will fulfil the aspirations of the people and return to power in 2028.” KARNATAKA WELFARE MODEL SETS NATIONAL BENCHMARK Commenting on the Maharashtra election results, Shivakumar said, “The BJP has copied our guarantee models in Maharashtra while continuing to criticize them. Karnataka’s welfare model has become a role model for the entire country.” On Congress candidate CP Yogeshwar’s seemingly pessimistic remarks after the election, Shivakumar clarified, “Yogeshwar is an actor and knows how to speak in a given context.

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‘Best wishes to DK Shivakumar in his mission to dethrone Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah’: Annamalai’s sarcastic jibe
6 days, 3 hours ago

‘Best wishes to DK Shivakumar in his mission to dethrone Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah’: Annamalai’s sarcastic jibe

Hindustan Times  

Tamil Nadu BJP chief K Annamalai took a jibe at Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar after the latter referred to him as a "poor man" while addressing reporters in Chennai on Saturday. In a sharp-witted response, Annamalai extended his best wishes to Shivakumar, hinting at the Congress leader’s alleged efforts to unseat Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and take over as …

Unhappy with Karnataka Congress women wing, DK Shivakumar urges better performance
1 week, 6 days ago

Unhappy with Karnataka Congress women wing, DK Shivakumar urges better performance

Hindustan Times  

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar on Friday called upon the Congress women's wing to step up preparations for the 2028 assembly elections. During his address, Shivakumar expressed dissatisfaction with the current performance of the Congress women's wing, which is now under the leadership of former MLA Soumya Reddy, daughter of senior party leader Ramalinga Reddy. Reaffirming the party's commitment …

Siddaramaiah requests DK Shivakumar to attend Tamil Nadu CM Stalin’s anti-delimitation meeting
2 weeks, 1 day ago

Siddaramaiah requests DK Shivakumar to attend Tamil Nadu CM Stalin’s anti-delimitation meeting

The Hindu  

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Thursday extended support to the DMK-led opposition against the proposed delimitation of Parliamentary constituencies and requested his Deputy, D. K. Shivakumar, to attend the meeting in Chennai to discuss the issue. In his letter dated March 13 to Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M. K. Stalin, Mr. Siddaramaiah stated, “Although I would like to participate in …

Siddaramaiah Backs DMK’s Stand On Delimitation, Deputes DK Shivakumar For Chennai Meet
2 weeks, 1 day ago

Siddaramaiah Backs DMK’s Stand On Delimitation, Deputes DK Shivakumar For Chennai Meet

ABP News  

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has extended his support to Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin and the DMK-led opposition against the proposed Parliamentary delimitation exercise. With a crucial meeting scheduled in Chennai on March 22, Siddaramaiah has deputed Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar to represent Karnataka, citing prior commitments preventing his personal attendance. Taking to X, Siddaramaiah said, "I have …

DK Shivakumar to represent Karnataka at DMK’s anti-delimitation meeting in Chennai
2 weeks, 2 days ago

DK Shivakumar to represent Karnataka at DMK’s anti-delimitation meeting in Chennai

Hindustan Times  

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has designated Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar to represent the state at a crucial ‘anti-delimitation’ meeting in Chennai on March 22, organized by Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and DMK chief MK Stalin. The meeting aims to bring together regional parties to oppose the proposed delimitation exercise, which has sparked concerns over its impact on state autonomy …

'If They Are Apart...': Kharge To Siddaramaiah, DK Shivakumar Amid Rift Rumours In Karnataka
2 weeks, 6 days ago

'If They Are Apart...': Kharge To Siddaramaiah, DK Shivakumar Amid Rift Rumours In Karnataka

ABP News  

Amid growing speculations of a rift within the ruling Congress in Karnataka, party president Mallikarjun Kharge has urged Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy CM DK Shivakumar to work together and focus on the state's development. The leader of the Opposition in Rajya Sabha also praised Shivakumar for his past work as Minister for Energy, Irrigation Minister, and as the state …

Karnataka Congress Crisis: Siddaramaiah vs DK Shivakumar Leadership Battle Puts Party in Quandary
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Karnataka Congress Crisis: Siddaramaiah vs DK Shivakumar Leadership Battle Puts Party in Quandary

The Hindu  

Published : Mar 09, 2025 09:55 IST - 8 MINS READ When Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D.K. After making me party president for five years, it also made me the DCM.” Shivakumar’s confident assertions coupled with his recent statement that he would lead the party in the 2028 Karnataka Assembly election indicate that he has the high command’s backing and …

DK Shivakumar meets Mallikarjun Kharge amid Karnataka leadership change buzz
3 weeks, 4 days ago

DK Shivakumar meets Mallikarjun Kharge amid Karnataka leadership change buzz

India Today  

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar met Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge today amid renewed discussions over Karnataka’s leadership. The meeting happened days after senior Congress leader Veerappa Moily strongly backed Shivakumar for the Chief Minister’s post, declaring that “nobody can stop him” from taking over. “No matter how many crores someone tries to spend, nobody can change destiny.” His remarks …

Karnataka showdown: Will DK Shivakumar replace Siddaramaiah as CM? Here’s what Congress leaders have to say
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Karnataka showdown: Will DK Shivakumar replace Siddaramaiah as CM? Here’s what Congress leaders have to say

Live Mint  

Speculation about a leadership change amid internal discord within the Congress in Karnataka, one of three states where the grand old party is in power, spiked recently. Now, two senior party leaders, Veerappa Moily and Basavaraju Shivaganga, have pushed for Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar to be Karnataka’s next Chief Minister, replacing Siddaramaiah. Moily expressed his hope to see Shivakumar …

'DK Shivakumar will be CM by December, I’ll write it in blood': Karnataka Congress MLA
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3 weeks, 5 days ago

'DK Shivakumar will be CM by December, I’ll write it in blood': Karnataka Congress MLA

Hindustan Times  

Amid ongoing speculation about a leadership change in Karnataka later this year, Congress MLA Basavaraju V Shivaganga on Sunday claimed that Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar will take over as Chief Minister by December. Speculation is rife in Karnataka’s political circles, especially within the ruling Congress, about a potential leadership change later this year under a "rotational chief minister" or …

'He is doing great work': DK Shivakumar defends attending Sadhguru's event amid Congress backlash
3 weeks, 6 days ago

'He is doing great work': DK Shivakumar defends attending Sadhguru's event amid Congress backlash

New Indian Express  

BENGALURU/UDUPI: Amid criticism from a section within the ruling Congress, Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar on Sunday strongly defended his visit to Sadhguru Jaggi Vasudev's Isha yoga centre in Tamil Nadu for Mahashivaratri celebrations, calling it is his personal belief. Shivakumar, who is also the state Congress chief, while calling BJP leaders' claims about fast-paced political developments in the …

Karnataka Congress shake-up? 2 senior leaders back DK Shivakumar as Chief Minister
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Karnataka Congress shake-up? 2 senior leaders back DK Shivakumar as Chief Minister

India Today  

Amid the ongoing speculation of a leadership change in Karnataka, senior Congress leaders Veerappa Moily and Basavaraju Shivaganga on Sunday threw their weight behind Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar, expressing support for him to take over as the state's Chief Minister. Adding to the growing chorus, Congress MLA Basavaraju Shivaganga made asserted that DK Shivakumar's elevation to the Chief Minister's …

Believing in his stars, will DKS play Shinde in Karnataka?
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Believing in his stars, will DKS play Shinde in Karnataka?

New Indian Express  

BENGALURU: With Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar becoming assertive to stake claim for the chief minister’s post after incumbent Siddaramaiah completes two-and-a-half years of his tenure in October, the opposition BJP has turned his sympathiser. But the saffron party and its leaders, including Leader of Opposition in Assembly R Ashoka, are fuelling Shivakumar’s ambition and wish to see him play …

'DK Shivakumar Might Be Congress's Eknath Shinde': Karnataka BJP's R Ashoka Says Leadership Change Inevitable
1 month ago

'DK Shivakumar Might Be Congress's Eknath Shinde': Karnataka BJP's R Ashoka Says Leadership Change Inevitable

ABP News  

The Karnataka BJP has stirred political speculation by drawing parallels between Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar and Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, suggesting that the Congress strongman could orchestrate a split within his party. Leader of the Opposition R Ashoka, while speaking on Thursday, remarked, "There are many in Congress who could be like Eknath Shinde, DK Shivakumar might be …

DK Shivakumar might emerge as Congress's Eknath Shinde: Karnataka BJP
1 month ago

DK Shivakumar might emerge as Congress's Eknath Shinde: Karnataka BJP

India Today  

The Karnataka BJP made a provocative statement, drawing parallels between Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar and Maharashtra’s Eknath Shinde. “There are many in Congress who could be like Eknath Shinde, DK Shivakumar might be one of them,” Leader of the Opposition R Ashoka said, suggesting that the Congress strongman could be on the verge of engineering a split within the …

Shivakumar could split Congress party in Karnataka, says leader of Opposition in Assembly
1 month ago

Shivakumar could split Congress party in Karnataka, says leader of Opposition in Assembly

Deccan Chronicle  

BENGALURU: While, State Bharatiya Janata Party president B.Y. Shivakumar joining the BJP but Leader of Opposition in Legislative Assembly R. Ashoka observed Shivakumar could possibly cause a split in the Congress party like the way Shiv Sena leader Ekanath Shinde did in Maharashtra, a couple of years back, to align with BJP and form the State Government. Vijayendra said “I …

DK Shivakumar dismisses BJP ties, says he was born Congressman
1 month ago

DK Shivakumar dismisses BJP ties, says he was born Congressman

India Today  

Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar has refuted allegations of his growing proximity to the BJP, calling them "false propaganda." Shivakumar dismissed speculation linking him to the BJP due to Shashi Tharoor’s alleged closeness to the party. Regarding Congress leadership in Karnataka, he said, "The party chose Siddaramaiah as Chief Minister, and I respect that. Shivakumar dismissed media reports suggesting that …

DK Shivakumar signals long-term political role, tells supporters to have patience
1 month ago

DK Shivakumar signals long-term political role, tells supporters to have patience

India Today  

Amid growing speculation about his political future, Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar told his supporters to “have some patience” and wait for the next elections. It is our duty as Congressmen to give strength with our leadership.” As the Karnataka Pradesh Congress Committee president, Shivakumar has been open about his chief ministerial ambitions. Shivakumar was appointed Deputy Chief Minister …

DK Shivakumar bats for Siddaramaiah despite rumbles of leadership change
1 month, 1 week ago

DK Shivakumar bats for Siddaramaiah despite rumbles of leadership change

India Today  

Karnataka Deputy Chief DK Shivakumar urged state Congress party members and leaders not to misuse Chief Minister Siddaramaiah’s name or to give fodder to the media by issuing statements. Let us not misuse his name every single day, there is no need for that,” Shivakumar told mediapersons at the Karnataka Pradesh Congress Committee office in Bengaluru on Saturday. Shivakumar’s comment …

DyCM DK Shivakumar defends Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah, rejects speculations on leadership change
1 month, 1 week ago

DyCM DK Shivakumar defends Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah, rejects speculations on leadership change

New Indian Express  

BENGALURU: Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar on Sunday asserted that Chief Minister Siddaramaiah is the undisputed leader of the Congress party in Karnataka and emphasised that there is no need for anyone to make statements "misusing" his name. His statement came in response to a section of party leaders, who have been pitching for Siddaramaiah to complete his full …

Dy CM DK Shivakumar takes holy dip at Kumbh Mela, signals Congress' soft Hindutva
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Dy CM DK Shivakumar takes holy dip at Kumbh Mela, signals Congress' soft Hindutva

New Indian Express  

BENGALURU: Karnataka Pradesh Congress Committee president and Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar, along with his wife Usha, took a holy dip at the Sangam in Prayagraj, where the Kumbh Mela is happening, marking a move that many analysts see as Congress' soft Hindutva approach. Shivakumar’s visit to Prayagraj follows his daughter Aishwarya's arrival at Kumbh Mela recently. The series of …

Karnataka: BJP cadre erupt in celebrations following Delhi victory
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Karnataka: BJP cadre erupt in celebrations following Delhi victory

Deccan Chronicle  

Mangaluru: Party’s victory in Delhi Assembly has brought happiness among the BJP leaders in Karnataka. Dakshina Kannada MP Captain Brijesh Chowta termed the BJP’s decisive victory in Delhi as a reflection of the people’s trust in Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of ‘Viksit Bharat-Viksit Delhi.’ Speaking at a victory celebration with BJP leaders and workers in Belthangady, Chowta said, “The …

Former VCK leader Aadhav Arjuna likely to join actor Vijay's party
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Former VCK leader Aadhav Arjuna likely to join actor Vijay's party

India Today  

Former Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi deputy general secretary Aadhav Arjuna arrived at actor-politician Vijay’s Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam party office today, fuelling speculation about his potential induction into the party. At the event, where TVK chief Vijay was also present, Arjuna spoke against “monarchy-like practices” in state politics and argued that leadership should be based on ideology rather than hereditary succession. Arjuna …

Vijayendra in Delhi as BJP’s Karnataka unit fights dissidence
2 months ago

Vijayendra in Delhi as BJP’s Karnataka unit fights dissidence

The Hindu  

Amid faction fights and dissidence within the party, BJP State president B.Y. Sources said he was meeting certain leaders in the party’s high command to discuss the emerging situation within the party’s State unit. The party is keen not to lose Mr. Sriramulu, a prominent leader of the Scheduled Tribes community and Mr. Vijayendra is also part of firefighting. Union …

It's Congress vs BJP in who can outdo the other's controversy in Karnataka
2 months, 1 week ago

It's Congress vs BJP in who can outdo the other's controversy in Karnataka

India Today  

It’s been two years since Karnataka’s assembly elections, but the state’s political landscape is still shaky, riddled with power struggles and public mudslinging. HOUSES OF SIDDARAMAIAH & DK SHIVAKUMAR Ever since the Congress came to power in May 2023, whispers of a “2.5-year Chief Minister deal” have kept the corridors of Vidhana Soudha buzzing. Senior BJP leader Basanagouda Patil Yatnal …

Parties and their ‘presidential’ problems
2 months, 1 week ago

Parties and their ‘presidential’ problems

The Hindu  

Over the past few weeks, political circles in Karnataka have been abuzz with intense discussions on the post of the State unit presidents of all the three major political parties, i.e., the Indian National Congress, the Bharatiya Janata Party and the Janata Dal or JD. The Ministers have been speaking about the party’s “one man one post” formula and Mr. …

Tamil Nadu Congress invites actor Vijay to join INDIA bloc, BJP mocks offer
2 months, 1 week ago

Tamil Nadu Congress invites actor Vijay to join INDIA bloc, BJP mocks offer

India Today  

A political slugfest erupted in Tamil Nadu after state Congress chief K Selvaperunthagai extended an invitation to actor-turned-politician and Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam chief Vijay to join the opposition INDIA bloc. As a citizen of India, this is my humble suggestion," the Tamil Nadu Congress chief said, inviting a quick response from the BJP. Tamil Nadu BJP chief K Annamalai took …

Will work to bring party to power in Karnataka: BJP president BY Vijayendra
2 months, 1 week ago

Will work to bring party to power in Karnataka: BJP president BY Vijayendra

New Indian Express  

MYSURU: BJP state president BY Vijayendra here on Friday ruled out any change in the state party BJP, asserting that he will build the party and bring it back to power in the state. Asked about Basanagouda Patil Yatnal’s comments, he said that the party senior leader should be cautious while attacking or criticising former chief minister BS Yediyurappa, who …

Senior leaders meet DKS over factionalism in Congress
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Senior leaders meet DKS over factionalism in Congress

New Indian Express  

Shivakumar asked the group how he could continue as the state president while engaging in factionalism. “When I was in Tihar Jail in 2022, Sonia Gandhi told me, ‘Don’t lose heart, strengthen the party’,” he recalled, as well as his efforts in leading the party to victory in the 2023 elections. Shivakumar also spoke of other battles, like shielding Gujarat …

Karnataka: Matter is between Congress and Me, says DK Shivakumar
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Karnataka: Matter is between Congress and Me, says DK Shivakumar

Deccan Chronicle  

Bengaluru: While Bharatiya Janata Party keeping close observation on the political developments in Karnataka especially over change of Chief Minister, Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Talking to media persons in Sringeri, a popular Hindu pilgrim centre in Chikkamagaluru district, Shivakumar said, he and Chief Minister Siddaramaiah discharge their duties as per Congress party’s directions. Speculations are rife in political circles that …

DK Shivakumar rules out any 'political turn,' says he and Siddaramaiah will follow party's direction
2 months, 2 weeks ago

DK Shivakumar rules out any 'political turn,' says he and Siddaramaiah will follow party's direction

Hindustan Times  

Seeking to downplay the power tussle within the Congress, Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar on Saturday said the people of the state have blessed the ruling party for five years and that he and Chief Minister Siddaramaiah will continue functioning as per the directions of the high command. "I believe in the saying: 'Karmanye vadhikaraste ma phaleshu kadachana'—make …

Become CM after winning next Assembly polls: Karnataka Minister Rajanna to DK Shivakumar
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Become CM after winning next Assembly polls: Karnataka Minister Rajanna to DK Shivakumar

Hindustan Times  

Karnataka Minister K N Rajanna on Friday suggested Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar to become Chief Minister of the state for the full five years, after winning the next Assembly polls under his leadership, rather than eyeing the post during the remaining two-and-half years of the current government's tenure. His comments came following Chief Minister Siddaramaiah's recent dinner with …

Let DK Shivakumar lead Congress, win polls and take top post: Karnataka Minister
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Let DK Shivakumar lead Congress, win polls and take top post: Karnataka Minister

India Today  

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar should become CM by successfully leading the party in the next elections, rather than aspiring for the top post in the incumbent government's remaining period of two and a half years, a state minister said on Friday. Minister K N Rajanna's apparent dig comes in the backdrop of Chief Minister Siddaramaiah's recent dinner with …

Karnataka: BJP leader BY Vijayendra hints DK brothers conspired to remove Munirathna as MLA
3 months ago

Karnataka: BJP leader BY Vijayendra hints DK brothers conspired to remove Munirathna as MLA

New Indian Express  

BENGALURU: BJP state president BY Vijayendra, making a veiled attack against Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar and his brother and former MP DK Suresh, alleged that the duo had hatched a conspiracy to force Rajarajeshwari Nagar BJP MLA Munirathna to resign from his post. Drawing a parallel to the incident involving BJP MLC CT Ravi, who was allegedly taken across …

DK Shivakumar to hold ’Jai Bapu, Jai Bhim, Jai Samvidhaan’ rally on December 27: BJP does not know Mahatma, Ambedkar
3 months ago

DK Shivakumar to hold ’Jai Bapu, Jai Bhim, Jai Samvidhaan’ rally on December 27: BJP does not know Mahatma, Ambedkar

Live Mint  

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar on Wednesday announced to hold 'Jai Bapu, Jai Bhim, Jai Samvidhaan' rally on December 27. This comes after Congress party's ongoing protests over remarks made by Union Home Minister Amit Shah about Dr Ambedkar. Following Shah's remarks, Parliament witnessed parallel protests from both the Treasury and Opposition benches outside the parliament last week, leading …

Karnataka Deputy CM DK Shivakumar rules out govt interference in police action against BJP leader
3 months, 1 week ago

Karnataka Deputy CM DK Shivakumar rules out govt interference in police action against BJP leader

Hindustan Times  

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar on Friday ruled out any government interference in the police action and arrest of BJP MLC C T Ravi, who was held for allegedly using a derogatory word against minister Laxmi Hebbalkar. Calling Ravi "filthy mouth" for his language against Hebbalkar, the deputy CM claimed the former BJP national general secretary has even …

Karnataka MLA writes to DK Shivakumar over cabinet minister's BJP ties
3 months, 1 week ago

Karnataka MLA writes to DK Shivakumar over cabinet minister's BJP ties

India Today  

Whispers of internal rift in Congress resurfaced after a Karnataka Congress MLA accused Davangere district in-charge minister of colluding with BJP to undermine the party. In a letter addressed to Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar, Channagiri MLA Basavaraju V Shivaganga asked that Davangere district in-charge minister SS Mallikarjun be immediately replaced. Basavaraju, who is also the Davangere district Kisan Congress …

Will exit from DMK alliance push Arjuna into budding politician Vijay's arms?
3 months, 1 week ago

Will exit from DMK alliance push Arjuna into budding politician Vijay's arms?

India Today  

The exit of Aadhav Arjuna from the Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi after party chief Thol. He accused the former VCK deputy general secretary of hidden agendas and questioned the timing and nature of Arjuna’s statements against the DMK and its heir apparent Udhayanidhi Stalin. In broad hints of a deepening divide within the VCK, Thirumavalavan said Arjuna’s decision to leave the …

DMK slams actor-politician Vijay for comparing Manipur with Tamil Nadu: Unfair
3 months, 3 weeks ago

DMK slams actor-politician Vijay for comparing Manipur with Tamil Nadu: Unfair

India Today  

Senior DMK leader and Lok Sabha MP Kanimozhi on Sunday slammed actor-politician Vijay after the latter drew a comparison between the law and order situation in Tamil Nadu and that of Manipur, which is under the grip of ethnic violence. The row started when the Tamilaga Vetri Kazhagam chief Vijay, while speaking at a book launch on December 6, criticised …

DK Shivakumar asserts party unity ahead of Congress' rebranded Hassan rally
3 months, 3 weeks ago

DK Shivakumar asserts party unity ahead of Congress' rebranded Hassan rally

India Today  

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah’s upcoming rally in Hassan on December 5 has undergone a dramatic transformation from a personal show of strength to a Congress-endorsed event. The shift came after an anonymous letter to AICC President Mallikarjun Kharge highlighted concerns that the rally, organised independently by Siddaramaiah’s faction, risked promoting “hero worship” and undermining the party’s collective identity. Responding to …

DK Shivakumar snatches Vokkaliga territory back from HD Kumaraswamy
3 months, 4 weeks ago

DK Shivakumar snatches Vokkaliga territory back from HD Kumaraswamy

New Indian Express  

Amid the contest, an intemperate comment by minister Zameer Ahmed Khan had evoked a Vokkaliga backlash. In 2023, the Congress managed to win 38 of 56 seats in Old Mysuru, a Vokkaliga belt, and took its tally to 136 seats, with Congress candidates winning a majority of seats in Ramanagara, Mysuru, Mandya, Kolar-Chikkaballapur and other places. But the celebrations petered …

Karnataka: JDS MLAs refute speculations of rift within the party after Channapatna bypoll result
4 months ago

Karnataka: JDS MLAs refute speculations of rift within the party after Channapatna bypoll result

Hindustan Times  

Amid speculations about rift in Karnataka’s Janata Dal party, the MLAs have clarified that they are together and nobody can split the party. After the Channapatna by-poll result, where Nikhil Kumaraswamy defeated Congress’ CP Yogeeshwara, there were reports about MLA being unhappy about party leadership. CP Yogeeshwara, who recently joined the Congress party, said that if party high command allows, …

Elections Round-up: BJP Dominant but Opposition Must Not Roll Over and Die
4 months ago

Elections Round-up: BJP Dominant but Opposition Must Not Roll Over and Die

The Quint  

As for the Congress, the results present a mixed bag. Again, it showed that the BJP has failed to make much headway even against the Congress when faced with strong local leaders, like Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah and DK Shivakumar, and in Kerala, where it is unable to cross the political firewall created by the United Democratic Front and Left Democratic …

Cong seeks to capitalise on Kerala BJP infighting; woos disgruntled leaders
4 months ago

Cong seeks to capitalise on Kerala BJP infighting; woos disgruntled leaders

Deccan Chronicle  

Palakkad: Amidst the rift in Kerala BJP over the party's loss in the Palakkad Assembly by-poll, the Congress on Tuesday tried to cash in on the opportunity by inviting dissident leaders of the saffron party to its fold. However, they said they didn't hold any talks with any of the BJP councillors in this regard, and the matter would be …

'BJP and JD(S) leaders helped us win': DK Shivakumar on Congress' Channapatna bypoll victory
4 months ago

'BJP and JD(S) leaders helped us win': DK Shivakumar on Congress' Channapatna bypoll victory

Hindustan Times  

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar on Sunday suggested internal discord within the BJP and JD, attributing the defeat of JD candidate Nikhil Kumaraswamy in the Channapatna assembly bypoll to the actions of leaders within these parties, PTI reported. Congress candidate C P Yogeeshwara won in Channapatna bypoll with a margin of 25,413 votes against his nearest rival and …

INTERVIEW|What is wrong in DK Sivakumar becoming CM, asks Yogeshwara
4 months ago

INTERVIEW|What is wrong in DK Sivakumar becoming CM, asks Yogeshwara

New Indian Express  

BENGALURU: Channapatna Assembly constituency witnessed a high-voltage bypoll with the Congress pitching CP Yogeshwara against NDA’s Nikhil Kumaraswamy. Yogeshwara had the last laugh by defeating Nikhil by a margin of over 25,000 votes, further cementing the Congress’ base in the Old Mysuru region. Speaking to The New Indian Express, Yogeshwara, an actor-turned-politician who quit the BJP and joined the Congress …

JD(S) first family silent on Nikhil Kumaraswamy's Channapatna bypoll defeat
4 months ago

JD(S) first family silent on Nikhil Kumaraswamy's Channapatna bypoll defeat

India Today  

The Janata Dal family patriarch refrained from addressing Nikhil Kumaraswamy’s third consecutive electoral defeat, this time in the Channapatna assembly bypoll in Karnataka. Nikhil, the son of Union Minister H D Kumaraswamy and grandson of JD patriarch H D Deve Gowda, lost to Congress candidate C P Yogeshwara by a significant margin of 25,413 votes. The Deputy Chief Minister also …

BJP, JDS leaders helped Congress win Channapatna: DK Shivakumar
4 months ago

BJP, JDS leaders helped Congress win Channapatna: DK Shivakumar

New Indian Express  

BENGALURU: A day after the Congress swept the three bypolls in Karnataka, Deputy CM DK Shivakumar, who is also the KPCC president, said that the BJP and JDS leaders extended their tacit support to Congress candidate CP Yogeshwara, ensuring his victory against NDA’s Nikhil Kumaraswamy. On senior JDS leader GT Devegowda’s statement that he would join the Congress if that …

Shivakumar attributes Channapatna bypoll victory to ‘direct and indirect’ support from JD(S) and BJP leaders
4 months ago

Shivakumar attributes Channapatna bypoll victory to ‘direct and indirect’ support from JD(S) and BJP leaders

The Hindu  

Attributing his party’s victory in the Channapatna byelection to “direct and indirect” support from JD and BJP leaders and workers, Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Deve Gowda’s statement that he would join the Congress if people desired so, he said, “It is not just his opinion. How do you explain this?” ‘Promises will be fulfilled’ The Deputy Chief Minister assured the …

Shivakumar seems to be the latest winner in the war over Vokkaliga heartland
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Shivakumar seems to be the latest winner in the war over Vokkaliga heartland

The Hindu  

The win for the Congress in the Channapatna Assembly constituency byelectionis being seen as revenge extracted by Deputy Chief Minister and Vokkaliga leader D.K. It is likely to provide a personal boost within the party to the Karnataka Pradesh Congress Committee president who is believed to be waiting in the wings to replace Chief Minister Siddaramaiah in the future. Congress …

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