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  Ramalinga Reddy, Karnataka minister, resigns: How his exit could reshape Siddaramaiah-DK equation

  June 05, 2026 10:12 IST

  Ramalinga Reddy, who is an eight-time MLA, was upset over portfolio allocation in the state. However, at a press conference in Bengaluru on Friday, Reddy said he not "angry with anyone" and he will continue to work as a Congress MLA.

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  Discord in Shivakumar govt? Karnataka Minister threatens to resign over portfolio allocation

  June 05, 2026 8:57 IST

  Ramalinga Reddy, who has been given the Water Resources department, has threatened to resign over portfolio allocation in Karnataka. Reddy, who represents the BTM Layout constituency in Karnataka Assembly, is an eight-time MLA.

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  Karnataka CM DK Shivakumar allocates portfolios, keeps finance; Priyank Kharge gets home: Full list

  June 04, 2026 23:42 IST

  Karnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar has allocated portfolios to 13 Cabinet ministers a day after the oath-taking ceremony. The Chief Minister retained Finance and DPAR, while key ministries such as Home, Revenue, Energy and Health were assigned to senior leaders.

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  'If five Muslim leaders not given Cabinet posts...': Congress faces fresh challenge in Karnataka

  June 04, 2026 16:41 IST

  Muslim clerics and ulema in Karnataka have urged the Congress to include five Muslim leaders in the state cabinet, arguing that the party came to power with substantial support from the Muslim community.

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  BK Hariprasad is new Karnataka Congress chief: How his past foul remarks may sink 'DKS masterstroke'

  June 03, 2026 23:39 IST

  BK Hariprasad has been in-charge of party affairs in several states. He is currently in-charge for Haryana, a responsibility he will relinquish soon.

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  DK Shivakumar announces free bus pass for students in first cabinet meet, check key announcements

  June 03, 2026 23:29 IST

  Karnataka CM Shivakumar said that for the recruitment of youth in government jobs, calendar of events will be announced soon. “The Karnataka government will set up private employment exchange where people can enrol for jobs,” he said.

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  Why did DK Shivakumar take oath facing East? Here's what his astrologer suggested

  June 26, 2026 16:55 IST

  Traditionally, the stage within Lok Bhavan's 'Glass House' faces the west direction, however, DK Shivakumar wished to take his oath while facing east. Consequently, a stage was set up on the eastern side of the Glass House to accommodate this preference.

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  DK Shivakumar takes oath as Karnataka's 18th CM, G Parameshwara sworn in as Deputy CM | Video

  June 03, 2026 23:41 IST

  Carrying a copy of the Constitution of India, DK Shivakumar took oath as the Chief Minister of Karnataka. Comprehensive security arrangements have been made. Since it is an indoor event with limited seating capacity, entry was restricted to invited guests only.

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  Karnataka oath ceremony: Priyank Kharge, KJ George take oath as ministers in Shivakumar Cabinet

  June 03, 2026 18:15 IST

  Karnataka CM swearing-in: Thirteen ministers, including a Deputy CM took the oath along with DK Shivakumar. Shivakumar had served as Deputy Chief Minister under Siddaramaiah.

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  Karnataka Cabinet takes shape: Meet the 13 ministers joining DK Shivakumar's team

  June 03, 2026 14:31 IST

  Karnataka Cabinet: The new Cabinet includes several seasoned politicians who have held major responsibilities in previous governments.

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  Bengaluru traffic advisory: Key roads closed due to Shivakumar's oath; check alternate routes

  June 03, 2026 10:49 IST

  The oath-taking ceremony will be administered by Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot in a simple indoor function. The venue has been extensively prepared, with party banners and large posters of senior Congress leaders, including Sonia Gandhi, Rahul Gandhi, Mallikarjun Kharge displayed around the premises.

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  Development for women, farmers, youth: Here's what DK Shivakumar said on his vision for Karnataka

  June 02, 2026 23:59 IST

  DK Shivakumar spoke about his elevation and said, "It was not a dream. It was a dedication. Dedication with hard work. So it was a tough, troubling time."

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  VIDEO: Karnataka erupts in celebration ahead of Shivakumar's oath, 10 lakh laddoos to be distributed

  June 02, 2026 23:49 IST

  Ahead of DK Shivakumar's swearing-in as Karnataka Chief Minister, Nelamangala is preparing to distribute 10 lakh laddoos across up to 90,000 households. Massive celebrations and key political meetings have added to the excitement surrounding the event.

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  Karnataka: Priyank Kharge, Siddaramaiah's son among others to take oath with DK Shivakumar today

  June 02, 2026 23:59 IST

  Shivakumar, who is also the Karnataka Congress president, is scheduled to be sworn in as chief minister along with some members of the Council of Ministers at 4.05 pm on June 3 at the Lok Bhavan premises. He was officially elected leader of the Congress Legislature Party in Karnataka on May 30.

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  Karnataka CM swearing in: Congress eyes caste balance, 12 MLAs may take oath with DK | Check list

  June 02, 2026 9:33 IST

  Karnataka can have a maximum of 34 ministers, including the chief minister, under constitutional limits. Preparations are underway for the swearing-in ceremony at the Glass House in Lok Bhavan, Bengaluru, which is expected to be attended by several senior Congress leaders, including Rahul Gandhi.

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  'My wife is pregnant': Bengaluru man stages sit-in after Governor's convoy halts traffic | VIDEO

  June 01, 2026 14:31 IST

  Traffic was halted on the Old Airport Road in Bengaluru on Sunday for Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot's convoy. Following this, a man, who was travelling with his pregnant wife, staged in a sit-in and asked why the public should suffer due to the VIP movement.

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  Why Shivakumar said 'injustice' was done to Bengaluru despite RCB's IPL 2026 triumph

  June 01, 2026 11:00 IST

  The Royal Challengers Bengaluru defeated the Gujarat Titans by five wickets to win their second IPL title at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. Thanks to Virat Kohli's 42-ball 75-run knock, the RCB chased down their target in 18 overs.

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  Karnataka cabinet expansion in two phases, nine Siddaramaiah loyalists to get ministerial berths

  June 01, 2026 10:30 IST

  Sources have told India TV that as many as nine Siddaramaiah loyalists could be given ministerial berths in the Shivakumar cabinet. They also informed the cabinet expansion will likely take place in two phases.

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  Who gets Cabinet berths? Shivakumar, Siddaramaiah head to Delhi ahead of govt formation in Karnataka

  June 01, 2026 7:06 IST

  The discussions are expected to focus on cabinet formation, allocation of key portfolios, the possible appointment of deputy chief ministers, and broader organisational changes, including the selection of a new Karnataka Pradesh Congress Committee (KPCC) president.

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  No public celebrations or bike rallies: Bengaluru Police issues advisory ahead of IPL final 2026

  May 31, 2026 7:54 IST

  The advisory comes in the backdrop of a stampede in June 2025 near the Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru that left 11 people dead and 33 injured during RCB victory celebrations.

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  Multiple deputy CMs, Siddaramaiah's son: All about likely cabinet of 'CM Shivakumar' in Karnataka

  May 30, 2026 16:17 IST

  According to reports, the next cabinet in Karnataka could have multiple deputy chief ministers. Besides, Siddaramaiah's son Yathindra and senior leader Satish Jarkiholi could also get a place in the cabinet.

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  Shivakumar elected Congress legislature party leader, to take oath as Karnataka CM on June 3

  May 30, 2026 18:51 IST

  Earlier in the day, Shivakumar met the Governor to informally discuss the swearing-in of the new CM and council of Ministers, as the latter is expected to leave for Dharmasthala in Dakshina Kannada district later in the day to attend Vice President's event there on Sunday.

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  DK Shivakumar not in favour of four-deputy CM formula; Karnataka CLP meeting today

  May 30, 2026 9:55 IST

  DK Shivakumar is understood to have conveyed that the Congress has a large number of senior leaders in Karnataka, and selecting a few for deputy chief ministerial posts while leaving others out could create dissatisfaction.

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  'Pillar of strength': DK Shivakumar's note for Siddaramaiah after latter's exit as Karnataka CM

  May 29, 2026 11:33 IST

  Calling Siddaramaiah’s political life a symbol of resilience and social justice, DK Shivakumar thanked him for his years of service and welfare-driven governance.

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  Satish Jarkiholi likely to replace DK Shivakumar as Karnataka Congress chief: Sources

  May 29, 2026 11:21 IST

  Satish Jarkiholi, who was the PWD minister in the Siddaramaiah cabinet, is likely to replace DK Shivakumar as the Karnataka Congress chief president, sources have told India TV. He will take a decision in this regard after discussion with Siddaramaiah.

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  Siddaramaiah's resignation accepted; DK Shivakumar's swearing-in likely on June 1 or 3: Sources

  May 29, 2026 11:21 IST

  Congress leader Siddaramaiah met Rahul Gandhi and Sonia Gandhi at their 10, Janpath residence on Friday morning, accompanied by his son Yathindra.

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  'Was offered Rajya Sabha berth but turned down offer': Siddaramaiah after resigning as Karnataka CM

  May 28, 2026 17:31 IST

  The development came just hours after Siddaramaiah held a breakfast meeting with cabinet colleagues, during which he informed them of his decision to step down from the position.

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  Siddaramaiah backs DK Shivakumar as next Karnataka CM, asks everyone to support him

  May 28, 2026 12:43 IST

  Siddaramaiah, during a meeting with his cabinet colleagues over breakfast at his residence, has confirmed that he will resign from the position of Karnataka chief minister, adding that DK Shivakumar will succeed him.