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Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah offered a guarded response to leadership change speculation, stating he would speak tomorrow. Reports suggest a national role for him, paving the way for Deputy CM dk Shivakumar. The BJP criticized the Congress over the power struggle, warning of electoral consequences and questioning governance improvements.

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah is reportedly set to resign on Thursday after 3 PM, with Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar likely to take over. Congress MLA Ashok K Pattan indicated the decision follows directives from the party's high command. Supporters of Shivakumar celebrated across the state amid intense speculation about a leadership change.

Congress dismissed speculation of a power tussle between Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah and Deputy CM dk Shivakumar. Party leaders stated discussions focused solely on upcoming Rajya Sabha and Legislative Council elections. The high command has intervened previously to manage tensions between the two leaders.

Karnataka's Congress faces a leadership crisis as Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy CM D.K. Shivakumar's power struggle intensifies. The party high command is exploring options, including a potential national role for Siddaramaiah, to avert a political fallout and maintain stability, while speculation of mid-term polls looms.

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister dk Shivakumar will attend a breakfast meeting with Chief Minister Siddaramaiah amid speculation of a leadership change. This follows extensive discussions in Delhi where Rahul Gandhi reportedly urged Siddaramaiah to consider a national role, hinting at a potential transition plan for the state's top post.

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah is consulting loyalists in Bengaluru following crucial Delhi talks on a potential leadership change. The Congress high command reportedly proposed a national role for Siddaramaiah, with Deputy CM D.K. Shivakumar seen as the frontrunner to succeed him. The party aims for a smooth transition to avoid factional disputes.

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister dk Shivakumar stated that "time will decide" his potential elevation to Chief Minister, amidst growing speculation of a leadership change in the state's Congress government. This comes as the Siddaramaiah-led government approaches a significant milestone, fueling discussions about a possible power-sharing arrangement.

Deputy Chief Minister dk Shivakumar has challenged JD(S) leaders HD Deve Gowda and HD Kumaraswamy to an open debate on the Rs 18,000-crore Bidadi township project. Shivakumar claims 80% of farmers have consented, with compensation set to be disbursed soon. He highlighted the project's long history and urged Kumaraswamy to focus on steel prices instead.

Karnataka Congress leaders met in Delhi amid intense speculation about a cabinet reshuffle and a potential change in chief ministership. Ministers close to CM Siddaramaiah expressed anxiety, while aspirants hoped for new opportunities. The party high command faces a delicate balancing act to resolve leadership and ministerial berth demands, impacting political careers.

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister dk Shivakumar dismissed speculation of a rift with Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, stating they will visit Delhi if summoned by the party high command. This comes after a meeting with Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge amid ongoing rumors about leadership tussle within the state government.

Yash Dayal said he is still part of Royal Challengers Bengaluru despite missing IPL 2026, insisting the decision was not his own. Dayal revealed he remains in touch with the franchise management and “dk bhaiya”. The pacer has been absent amid personal and legal controversies, but RCB have retained him under contract during their ongoing playoff campaign.

The Congress high command is reportedly seeking a compromise to avoid a Rajasthan-like political crisis in Karnataka by potentially replacing Chief Minister Siddaramaiah with Deputy CM dk Shivakumar. The party aims to manage competing power centers and caste equations carefully to prevent factional instability and protect its electoral prospects in 2028.

Karnataka's leadership tussle between CM Siddaramaiah and Deputy CM dk Shivakumar persists despite high command meetings. Discussions focused on Rajya Sabha and Council elections, with no official confirmation of leadership change talks. Shivakumar's camp reportedly pushes for a power-sharing formula, which Siddaramaiah has not accepted.

It is “necessary” that Vinesh Phogat be allowed to participate in the upcoming Asian Games selection trials, the Delhi high court said in its order made public on Saturday.

Delhi High Court has cleared the path for the eviction of the Delhi Race Club (DRC) from its 84-acre Lok Kalyan Marg property. The court lifted an interim stay on a show-cause notice, allowing the Centre to proceed with eviction proceedings. The club's lease ended in 1994, making its continued occupation unauthorized.