Karnataka cabinet expansion faces last-minute turmoil as Congress finalizes its list, dropping Mankal Vaidya and lone woman candidate Gayathri Shantegowda. With MLA resignations, protests, and senior leaders like Dinesh Gundu Rao expressing discontent, CM DK Shivakumar and Siddaramaiah scramble to manage political fallout ahead of the swearing-in.
Karnataka cabinet expansion faces fresh delays amid internal Congress clashes over power-sharing between CM Siddaramaiah and Deputy CM DK Shivakumar. Senior leaders in Delhi await Rahul and Sonia Gandhi's final call; BJP and JDS target the ruling party as public interest surges.
Karnataka cabinet expansion news: Congress government set to expand ministry Monday; CM Siddaramaiah and DK Shivakumar hold talks. New MLAs likely sworn in, prioritizing women and minorities, with caste and regional balance key. Political developments expected as Congress strengthens its Karnataka hold.
Karnataka CM DK Shivakumar leads an all-party meet in Bengaluru over the Cauvery water dispute, following the release of 12,000 cusecs to Tamil Nadu. Six leaders, including former CMs Siddaramaiah and Yediyurappa, will discuss water-sharing, farmer interests, and next steps amidst a severe rainfall deficit.
Karnataka BJP chief B.Y. Vijayendra urges Tamil Nadu CM Stalin for cooperation on the Cauvery water dispute, proposing talks on the Mekedatu dam project. With all-party meetings planned, he emphasizes protecting farmers’ interests while seeking central intervention for an equitable resolution to the long-standing inter-state conflict.
Telangana CM Revanth Reddy tops criminal cases list with 89 cases, 72 under serious IPC sections. ADR report reveals 34 threats, 20 public nuisance cases. Karnataka CM Shivakumar leads wealth with ₹1,413 crore, while Reddy ranks eighth with ₹30 crore assets.
Telangana CM Revanth Reddy skipped the Delhi protest led by Rahul Gandhi and other Congress CMs, sparking questions about avoiding PM Modi's anger. Instead, he held a limited rally in Kodangal. Meanwhile, student protests in Hyderabad demanding accountability in the NEET scam turned violent, with police lathi-charging and arresting demonstrators.
Karnataka government allows Bengaluru hotels and restaurants to stay open late for FIFA World Cup 2026 semi-finals and final screenings on July 15, 16, and 20. Deputy CM DK Shivakumar approved extended food services from 1:00 AM to 3:30 AM.
హోసపేట తుంగభద్ర ప్రాజెక్టు పునరుద్ధరించిన గేట్ల ప్రారంభోత్సవం దక్షిణాది రాష్ట్రాల నీటి సహకారానికి కొత్త అధ్యాయంగా నిలిచింది. 33 గేట్లు 123 రోజుల్లో ₹51 కోట్లతో మార్చి, 105 టీఎంసీల నిల్వను సురక్షితం చేశారు. రైతుల ప్రయోజనాలు, నీటి హక్కుల పరిరక్షణపై నేతలు ఏకాభిప్రాయాన్ని వ్యక్తం చేశారు.
Veteran Kannada filmmaker, writer, and journalist NS Shankar, 67, passed away from a heart attack at his Bengaluru residence. A 2024 Rajyotsava Award winner, he was celebrated for socially relevant cinema and impactful Dalit literature. His death has deeply shocked Karnataka’s film and literary communities.