Karnataka CM

Former Karnataka Chief Minister SM Krishna, 91, was hospitalized in Bengaluru's Manipal Hospital due to health issues. Condition stable, undergoing treatment. Previously hospitalized on April 22 for fever and cough. Updates are pending as doctors monitor his condition.

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah is confident in winning 9-10 seats out of the first phase's 14 constituencies, attributing this to successful state programs and failures of the Modi government. He rebuts Modi's claims about Muslim reservations and accuses him of misleading the public and unjustly withholding drought relief, all while Congress prepares for the election results under the INDIA alliance.

Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah has formed an SIT to probe sexual assault allegations against MP Prajwal Revanna after obscene videos circulated in Hassan. Revanna claims the videos are morphed, but outrage persists. The State Women's Commission urged an investigation. Revanna's departure abroad adds complexity. SIT is tasked with uncovering the truth amidst speculation.

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and other Congress leaders strongly condemned Prime Minister Narendra Modi's recent remarks, labelling them derogatory and aimed at stoking communal tensions. Modi had alleged that a Congress government would seize women's mangalsutras and distribute them unfairly. Siddaramaiah emphasized equality, while Deputy CM D.K. Shivakumar called Modi's words a sign of BJP's frustration.

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has announced that the CID will take over the investigation of Neha Hiremath's murder in Hubballi and plans to set up a special court for the case. Separately, he criticized PM Modi's 'Developed India' campaign and doubted its success, emphasizing ongoing societal inequalities and pledging to recover and redistribute black money.

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Monday confirmed that a Crime Investigation Department (CID) probe will be carried out in the murder case of Neha Hiremath, the daughter of Hubballi Congress corporator who was killed in a brutal case of stabbing by classmate Fayaz Khondunaik. 

Amid Karnataka's severe drought affecting 223 taluks, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah urged former Prime Minister HD Deve Gowda to use his influence with PM Narendra Modi to push for the Mekedatu project's approval. Criticizing the central government for insufficient support and highlighting BJP's unfulfilled promises and alleged mismanagement.

DK Shivakumar, Karnataka's Deputy Chief Minister, hinted at a potential bid for Chief Minister during a meeting of Vokkaliga leaders in Mysore. He suggested leadership decisions should be made in Delhi and emphasized unity. Speculation arose about his ambitions, while remarks on the Deve Gowda family's assets and farmer issues intensified tensions.

Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah condemned former CM HD Kumaraswamy's critique of the Congress Guarantee Scheme, questioning his remarks at a Congress event. He criticized BJP's revenue strategies and accused them of disrespecting the Constitution. Siddaramaiah compared the BJP's ideology to Hitler's and challenged their commitment to economic equality. He called upon JDS to support Congress.

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah expressed readiness to step down if directed by the party leadership. He hinted at Deputy CM D.K. Shivakumar's potential succession. Siddaramaiah anticipated a fractured outcome in the Lok Sabha elections, foreseeing Congress securing 15-20 seats in Karnataka. He also suggested he wouldn't stay in electoral politics beyond four years.

Former Karnataka Chief Minister Jagdish Shettar fulfilled his promise to establish residency in Belagavi, moving into a house during the Ugadi festival. This move was prompted by a challenge from Minister Lakshmi Hebbalkar during the election campaign. Shettar plans to open an office in Belgaum and emphasized his connection to the district despite criticism of being an outsider.

The Karnataka Congress government, led by Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, has taken action against individuals allegedly involved in circulating false information on social media. Fabricated news attributed to Siddaramaiah sparked communal tensions. FIRs were filed against seven, including names associated with the BJP-JDS alliance. Siddaramaiah condemned the deceitful tactics.

Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah is passionately campaigning for Congress candidate Soumya Reddy in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, focusing on the Mekedatu project to solve Bengaluru's water scarcity. He criticizes BJP's Tejasvi Surya for neglecting Karnataka's interests. Siddaramaiah emphasizes Reddy's role in realizing Congress's vision for development.

Former Karnataka Chief Minister HD Kumaraswamy, in alliance with BJP, declared assets worth 219 crores in his nomination papers. His wife Anita Kumaraswamy holds more assets than him, including significant inheritance and immovable property valued at 102.23 crores. Anita also shoulders a larger debt burden of 63 crores. Kumaraswamy faces three criminal and civil cases under trial.

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah announced his retirement from electoral politics, effective from the 2028 Assembly elections, citing age and the need for a break. At 83, he expressed gratitude for support but emphasized his decision wasn't pressured. He reflected on his service, defending his government's record on issues like drought relief amid recent criticism.