DK Shivakumar

Lokayukta officials in Karnataka conducted surprise raids across 13 districts, including Bengaluru, targeting high-ranking government officials suspected of illegal property acquisition and amassing wealth beyond declared income. Prominent figures such as BBMP Chief Engineer Ranganath and Urban Development Authority AEE Prakash R. were among those scrutinized. 

Karnataka Deputy CM DK Shivakumar questions the future of JDS amid reports of key members joining BJP. He urges JDS activists to reassess their political future and hints at efforts to attract leaders to Congress. Shivakumar emphasizes the need for clarity before delving into specific political actions.

The water crisis in Bengaluru prompts tech workers to flee, facing severe shortages. Residents like Sumanth and Anita resort to temporary relocations or second properties to escape. However, Deputy CM DK Shivakumar denies the crisis, accusing the BJP of politicizing the issue despite residents' struggles.

The ED investigation in September 2018, stemmed from a chargesheet filed by the Income Tax department against an associate of DK Shivakumar and a Karnataka Bhavan staffer in Delhi, among others.

The BJP strongly condemned the bomb blast at Bengaluru's Rameshwaram Cafe on Friday and urged for an immediate handover of the case to the NIA for investigation.

Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar of Karnataka extends the deadline for mandatory Kannada nameplate installation by two weeks, addressing concerns over feasibility. Shared on Platform X, the decision aims to balance linguistic heritage preservation with practicality. 

The Special Court of Representatives has summoned Congress leaders including Siddaramaiah, DK Shivakumar, and Rahul Gandhi following a complaint by Vinod Kumar of the BJP Legal Unit. The summons stems from an inquiry into a derogatory election advertisement targeting the BJP government, prompting the court to request their appearance on March 28.

The Bengaluru Assembly passed the BBMP (Amendment) Bill, 2024, reducing property tax arrears penalties by 50%. Spearheaded by Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar, the bill offers relief estimated at 2,700 crores for citizens and 1,000 crores for the corporation. It includes exemptions for economically disadvantaged sections and waives penalties for certain properties.

Deputy CM D.K. Shivakumar unveils Bengaluru revitalization plans, emphasizing infrastructure development, including a new flyover and tunnel road. The "Government comes to the door" initiative gains traction with 20,000+ complaints addressed. Launch of "Namma Swattu" offers free doorstep services. Focus on marginalized communities, tax reforms pledged.

Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar has affirmed that all electoral guarantees promised by the government will be fully implemented as the state prepares for the upcoming Lok Sabha elections. Speaking in Mandya, Shivakumar expressed confidence that voters will cast their ballots responsibly and effectively in the forthcoming poll.

The inclusion of Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar's 250-metre Skydeck project in the 2024 budget presented by Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has sparked debates among officials and experts regarding its necessity and prioritisation, especially in the face of pressing infrastructure challenges plaguing Bengaluru.

As the Lok Sabha elections of 2024 draw near, the Congress party is gearing up for a crucial meeting to select candidates for the upcoming polls. Steering Committee Chairman Harish Chaudhary will chair the meeting at the Karnataka Pradesh Congress Committee (KPCC) office on February 14th at 11 a.m. Key members of the Congress party, including State Congress In-Charge Randeep Singh Surjewala, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar, and other committee members, will participate in the meeting.
 

Amidst the Lok Sabha elections, Karnataka's Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar faces renewed legal scrutiny as the Lokayukta police files an FIR against him for illegal assets. Allegations resurface, prompting reinvestigation, while the case is under consideration in the high court. DK Shivakumar finds himself entangled in a legal trouble in Karnataka once again.

Karnataka Congress leaders, spearheaded by Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, are orchestrating the 'Chalo Delhi' protest at Jantar Mantar in the national capital. The demonstration aims to address longstanding grievances against the Central leadership, encompassing issues like reduced tax devolution and an imbalanced distribution of resources.

Congress MLA Laxman Savadi, with 25 years in politics, faces BJP's efforts to bring him back for the upcoming Lok Sabha elections. Savadi, addressing media, rejects BJP's advances, recalling his and Jagadish Shettar's shift to Congress. Despite BJP's "Operation Comeback," Savadi remains loyal to Congress, citing trust from leaders like Siddaramaiah and Shivakumar. He rejects succumbing to BJP pressure and emphasizes commitment to his current party.