D. K. Shivakumar

A leaked caste census recommending increased OBC and Muslim quotas has triggered backlash in Karnataka, dividing the Congress. Critics call the report 'unscientific', ahead of a crucial cabinet meet on April 17 to discuss its fate.

Karnataka's Deputy CM addresses pending contractor bills, blaming the previous BJP government. The Karnataka State Contractors Association alleges growing interference by middlemen and halted payments, leading to accusations of corruption against the current Congress government.

DK Shivakumar directs officials to stop sewage flow into Bengaluru lakes and fill them with treated water. GPS tracking for construction waste vehicles will be implemented to prevent illegal dumping.

A high-stakes power tussle unfolds in Karnataka Congress as Siddaramaiah pushes for a cabinet reshuffle while D.K. Shivakumar eyes the Chief Minister’s post, leaving the party High Command torn between loyalty and strategy.

Karnataka Deputy CM DK Shivakumar urged the Centre to award Bharat Ratna to Shivakumara Swami for his contributions to society, emphasizing his work in providing food, education, and shelter to people beyond caste and religion.

The Congress government launched the 'Fix Pothole' app to address Bengaluru's persistent pothole problem. This user-friendly app allows the public to report and photograph potholes using GPS, facilitating timely repairs. With features like complaint tracking and wide coverage, the initiative aims to improve road safety and avoid the shortcomings of previous efforts.

Karnataka's Deputy CM D.K. Shivakumar defended recent fuel price adjustments as necessary for parity with neighbouring states, rejecting NDA MPs' claims linking them to guarantee schemes. He affirmed commitment to state development and hinted at contesting the Channapatna by-election, pending party decision. Shivakumar urged prioritizing governance amid political distractions.

Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar criticized Minister Satish Jarakiholi's claim blaming directors and producers for Congress's defeat in Belgaum, suggesting those making such allegations should undergo psychiatric evaluation. Shivakumar also alleged illegal transfer of corporate funds during BJP's rule, leading to former Minister B. Nagendra's resignation.

The 42nd Additional Chief Metropolitan Magistrate (ACMM) Court of Bengaluru has issued a non-bailable warrant against Ramalingareddy, MLA of Bengaluru BTM Assembly Constituency, and Karnataka's Transport Minister, for allegedly violating COVID-19 regulations during a political padayatra (march) led by Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar.

Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar announced that the Karnataka government will stage a protest in Delhi on February 7th, highlighting the alleged injustice the state faced in the Union Budget. Addressing a media conference at Vidhana Soudha, Shivakumar alleges that the BJP government at the Centre has subjected it to "step-motherly treatment" in budget and other fund allocations.