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New Delhi: Amid fast-paced political developments in Karnataka following the resignation of Chief Minister Siddaramaiah , senior Congress leader DK Shivakumar on Friday, May 29, said no final decision has been taken regarding the formation of the new government or the composition of the Cabinet. Addressing reporters in New Delhi, Shivakumar stated that consultations with the Congress high command were still continuing and that the Congress Legislature Party (CLP) meeting has been scheduled for Saturday in Bengaluru. “Everything is being done as per the guidance of the high command. Nothing has been finalised so far. We have convened the CLP meeting tomorrow and our central leaders are expected to participate. Discussions with the high command are still going on,” he said. Shivakumar also confirmed that all Congress legislators have been asked to remain in Bengaluru ahead of the meeting, which is expected to play a crucial role in deciding the party’s next leadership move...

Bengaluru:  Karnataka Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot on Friday, May 29, accepted Chief Minister Siddaramaiah’s resignation and dissolved the Council of Ministers headed by him, bringing the high-voltage leadership transition in the state to its final stage and paving the way for Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar to take charge. “In exercise of the powers conferred on me under Article 164(1) of the Constitution of India, I, Thaawarchand Gehlot, Governor of Karnataka, have accepted the resignation of Shri Siddaramaiah, Chief Minister of Karnataka and dissolved the Council of Ministers headed by him with immediate effect,” the Governor said in a notification.  Siddaramaiah will continue in the role until alternative arrangements are made, Gehlot added.On Thursday, May 28, Siddaramaiah hosted a breakfast meeting for Cabinet colleagues and senior Congress leaders in Bengaluru, where he announced his decision to step down. He subsequently visited Lok Bhavan and...

Chitradurga : Five persons lost their lives in a devastating road accident after a car suffered a tyre burst and crashed into a stationary truck near Tumakurlahalli Gate in Molakalmuru taluk of Chitradurga district on Thursday night. The victims have been identified as Raghavendra, Rudresh, Soma, Mallikarjun and Pramod, all hailing from Challakere. Among the deceased, Raghavendra was reportedly a photographer and the co-secretary of the Challakere Photographers Association. Police said the group was returning to Challakere from Ballari when the mishap took place. Preliminary reports indicate that the car was travelling at high speed when one of the tyres suddenly exploded. Due to the impact of the tyre burst, the driver lost control of the vehicle, which veered off and slammed into a truck parked along the roadside. Also Read WHO chief says Ebola outbreak in DR Congo complicated by conflict, insecurity The collision completely mangled the front portion of the car, kill...

Bengaluru: Supporters of Congress leader Siddaramaiah on Thursday, May 28, staged protests in several parts of Karnataka against his decision to step down as chief minister. Emotional scenes were witnessed outside his official residence, Kaveri, in Bengaluru, where a large number of supporters gathered and surrounded him, urging him not to step down. Siddaramaiah was seen trying to console them. Bengaluru: Security personnel and media gather outside Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah’s residence amid heightened activity following reports about his announcement to step down, in Bengaluru, Thursday, May 28, 2026. (PTI Photo/Shailendra Bhojak) As he was about to leave for Lok Bhavan to submit his resignation, emotions ran high, with some supporters attempting to block his vehicle to prevent him from leaving. In Shivamogga city, supporters staged a protest at Shivappa Nayaka Circle, with members of the Kuruba community leading the demonstration. Expressing...

Bengaluru: The intense political suspense and high drama that had gripped Karnataka politics over the last several days finally came to an emotional end on Thursday, as Siddaramaiah officially resigned from the post of Chief Minister. ಇಂದು ಲೋಕಭವನಕ್ಕೆ ತೆರಳಿ ರಾಜ್ಯಪಾಲರ ಅನುಪಸ್ಥಿತಿಯಲ್ಲಿ ಅವರ ವಿಶೇಷ ಕಾರ್ಯದರ್ಶಿಗಳಿಗೆ ರಾಜ್ಯದ ಮುಖ್ಯಮಂತ್ರಿ ಸ್ಥಾನಕ್ಕೆ ನನ್ನ ರಾಜೀನಾಮೆ ಪತ್ರವನ್ನು ಸಲ್ಲಿಸಿದ್ದೇನೆ. ಹಳ್ಳಿಗಾಡಿನಲ್ಲಿ ಹುಟ್ಟಿಬೆಳೆದ ನಾನು ಮುಂದೊಂದು ದಿನ ಈ ರಾಜ್ಯದ ಶಾಸಕ, ಮಂತ್ರಿ, ವಿರೋಧ ಪಕ್ಷದ ನಾಯಕ, ಎರಡೆರಡು ಬಾರಿ ಮುಖ್ಯಮಂತ್ರಿಯಾಗುತ್ತೇನೆ ಎಂಬ ಕನಸನ್ನು ಸಹ… pic.twitter.com/xIQgn0UKdg — Siddaramaiah (@siddaramaiah) May 28, 2026 Ahead of submitting his resignation, Siddaramaiah held a final breakfast meeting with cabinet colleagues and close associates at the Chief Minister’s official residence, ‘Kaveri’. Usually crowded with political leaders, officials and party workers, the residence wore a sombre look as emotions ran high among ministers and supporters. Siddaramaiah (middle) submits his resignation as Chief Min...

Bengaluru : Karnataka Law Minister H K Patil on Thursday, May 28, said Chief Minister Siddaramaiah informed him and other ministers of his decision to step down and also disclosed that Deputy CM D K Shivakumar will be his successor. Patil, who is also the Parliamentary Affairs Minister said that Siddaramaiah will visit Raj Bhavan at 3 pm to tender his resignation and the change in the leadership is in compliance with the directions of the Congress high command. Also Read Siddaramaiah, DK Shivakumar share emotional moments at farewell meet The minister told reporters: “The CM, quoting discussions with the high command, has said that he will resign.” The party brass has given instructions for elevating Shivakumar as the Chief Minister and appropriate procedural steps will be initiated in this regard at the legislature party meeting, he added. Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on...