Siddaramaiah: News
'Not easy getting chair...': Shivakumar's remark at Kempegowda Jayanti event
Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar made a tongue-in-cheek remark at the Kempegowda Jayanti celebrations, which many interpreted as a reference to the ongoing power struggle in the state's ruling Congress party.
Will be CM for 5 years: Siddaramaiah dismisses leadership change
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has dismissed rumors of a possible leadership change in the state.
Heart attack rise causes panic; Mysuru hospital sees long queues
The Jayadeva Hospital in Mysuru, Karnataka, has been witnessing a massive influx of patients seeking cardiac check-ups.
Choose between guarantees or developmental work, says Siddaramaiah's adviser
Basavaraj Raya Reddy, an MLA and economic adviser to Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, has sparked a controversy with his recent remarks at the inauguration of a school building in Yelburga.
Karnataka officials paste 'survey completed' stickers on houses—without meeting residents
The Scheduled Caste (SC) household survey in Karnataka has been marred by controversy after CCTV footage from Bengaluru showed enumerators pasting completion stickers without interacting with residents, even pasting them on houses that are vacant.
Cop resigns after Siddaramaiah almost slaps him on stage
Additional Superintendent of Police (ASP) NV Baramani has sought voluntary retirement from the Karnataka Police, citing public humiliation by Chief Minister Siddaramaiah.
What's behind Karnataka's 23 heart attack deaths in 40 days
Karnataka's Hassan district has witnessed a shocking spike in heart attack-related deaths, with 23 fatalities in just 40 days.
'No other choice': Shivakumar says will stand by Siddaramaiah
Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar has said that he will stand by CM Siddaramaiah after the latter said that he "will be the chief minister for five years."
'I introduced Siddaramaiah to Sonia…later became CM': MLA's leaked video
A video of senior Karnataka Congress MLA BR Patil has gone viral, showing him expressing disappointment over party dynamics.
'Will last...like rock': Siddaramaiah dismisses leadership change rumors in Karnataka
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has quashed rumors of disagreement between him and Deputy CM DK Shivakumar, stating that they continue to have a cordial relationship.
Karnataka bike taxi ban: Riders protest, threaten hunger strike
The Bike Taxi Welfare Association in Karnataka has staged a hunger protest on Sunday, demanding the lifting of the ban on bike taxis in the state.
Bengaluru stampede: Karnataka HC grants interim bail to RCB official
The Karnataka High Court has granted interim bail to Nikhil Sosale, a senior official of the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB).
1st stampede death was reported before felicitation—but RCB continued celebrations
The first fatality in the stampede at Bengaluru's M Chinnaswamy Stadium on June 4 was recorded at 3:45pm, around 15 minutes before the IPL victory celebrations for Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) at Vidhana Soudha, reported The Indian Express.
MUDA scam: ED attaches 92 sites worth ₹100 crore
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Tuesday said it has provisionally attached 92 immovable properties (MUDA sites) worth around ₹100 crore in connection with the Mysuru Urban Development Authority (MUDA) scam.
Bengaluru stampede: Siddaramaiah, Shivakumar to meet Congress leadership in Delhi
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy CM DK Shivakumar will meet the Congress high command in New Delhi on Tuesday.
Bengaluru stampede: Karnataka BJP MLAs to donate salary to victims
In a show of solidarity, all Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Members of the Legislative Assembly (MLAs) and Members of the Legislative Council (MLCs) in Karnataka will donate one month's salary to the families of those who died in the recent Bengaluru stampede.
Bengaluru stampede: Police raised concerns about 'huge crowd' in letter
On June 4, 2025, a stampede outside the M Chinnaswamy Stadium left 11 dead and 56 injured during a Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) felicitation event.
Bengaluru stampede: BJP demands CM, deputy CM resignations
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has demanded the resignation of Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar after a tragic stampede near Bengaluru's Chinnaswamy Stadium on June 4.
Bengaluru stampede: Court grants protection from arrest to KSCA officials
The Karnataka High Court has granted interim relief from arrest to officials of the Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA) in connection with the Chinnaswamy Stadium stampede.
Delhi CM Rekha Gupta receives death threat call
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta received a death threat late on Thursday night.
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah's political secretary removed after RCB parade stampede
The Karnataka government has removed K Govindaraj from the post of political secretary to Chief Minister Siddaramaiah with immediate effect, as per a state government notification.
RCB's Head of Marketing arrested at Bengaluru airport after stampede
Bengaluru Police have arrested Nikhil Sosale, Royal Challengers Bengaluru's (RCB) Head of Marketing and Revenue. The arrest was made at the Kempegowda International Airport in Bengaluru.
Bengaluru stampede: RCB's marketing head among 4 arrested
In a major development, four people have been arrested in connection with the deadly stampede that occurred outside Bengaluru's Chinnaswamy Stadium during Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB)'s IPL victory celebrations.
'Siddaramaiah was eating badam halwa while RCB fans died': BJP
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in Karnataka has slammed Chief Minister Siddaramaiah for allegedly ignoring a deadly stampede incident that killed 11 people on Wednesday.
After Bengaluru stampede, Karnataka to formulate SOP for mega events
The Karnataka government has decided to formulate a new Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for mega events and celebrations in light of the tragic stampede near Chinnaswamy Cricket Stadium on Wednesday.
'Those children...': Shivakumar breaks down while talking about Bengaluru stampede
Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar broke down in tears on Thursday as he addressed the media following the tragic stampede outside the Chinnaswamy Stadium that claimed 11 lives.
Siddaramaiah compares Bengaluru stampede to Kumbh Mela tragedy; BJP responds
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has reacted strongly after Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah compared the Bengaluru stadium stampede to past tragedies like the Kumbh Mela.
What led to Bengaluru stampede at RCB victory event
A stampede outside the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru on Wednesday left 11 dead and nearly 50 injured.
'Beyond tragic': Tendulkar condoles loss of lives in Bengaluru stampede
Cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar has expressed his deep sorrow over the recent stampede in Bengaluru that claimed 11 lives and left 33 injured.
11 dead in stampede at RCB victory celebrations in Bengaluru
As many as 11 people are feared dead, while around 50 are believed injured as thousands of fans flocked to the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru to celebrate Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB)'s Indian Premier League (IPL) title win.
No victory parade for winners RCB; Bengaluru Police issues advisory
There will be no victory parade for IPL 2025 champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru today, the Bengaluru Police has confirmed.
Kamal Haasan refuses to apologize over Kannada language row
Tamil Nadu actor-politician Kamal Haasan has refused to apologize for his controversial statement that "Kannada was born out of Tamil." The remark sparked a major civil and political uproar between the two states.
'Politicians...unqualified to talk about language': Kamal Haasan reacts to backlash
Actor and politician Kamal Haasan has responded to the backlash over his comments about the Kannada language.
Why Karnataka and Andhra are feuding over Defense manufacturer HAL
The Karnataka government has dismissed reports of Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) shifting its production units to Andhra Pradesh after the latter's Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu proposed expanding HAL operations in his state.
BJP could win majority in Karnataka today: Survey report
A pre-poll survey has predicted that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) could win a clear majority in the Karnataka Assembly elections if they were held now. This would be a first for the party in the state.
Alt News co-founder receives 'pork threat' after address leaked online
Mohammed Zubair, co-founder of Alt News and a prominent fact-checker, has reported that his personal details have been published by a far-right social media user.
'Kantara' makers deny claims of on-set death incident
The production team of Kantara: Chapter 1 has refuted allegations that the death of a junior artist took place during the film's shoot.
Karnataka Congress posts Gandhi's quote encouraging peace, then deletes it
The Karnataka Congress on Wednesday shared a quote by Mahatma Gandhi on X, promoting peace, only to delete it within hours.
Congress issues gag-order after leaders' controversial comments on Pahalgam attack
The Congress leadership has issued a directive prohibiting its members from making statements in public deviating from the party line on the recent Pahalgam terror attack in J&K.
'No nation can guarantee complete intelligence': Tharoor on Pahalgam attack
Congress Member of Parliament Shashi Tharoor defended the government's intelligence services in the wake of the recent Pahalgam terror attack.
Former ISRO chief K. Kasturirangan cremated with state honors
Former Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) chairman K Kasturirangan was accorded state honors at his cremation in Bengaluru on Sunday.
Siddaramaiah questions PM Modi's commitment to fight terrorism
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has openly questioned Prime Minister Narendra Modi's sincerity toward fighting terrorism.
'Kannadigas don't attack': Siddaramaiah condemns road rage involving IAF officer
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has denounced a recent road rage incident in Bengaluru involving IAF Wing Commander Shiladitya Bose and a local, Vikas Kumar.
Setback for Siddaramaiah; court orders further investigation in MUDA case
A special court in Bengaluru has postponed its order on the Lokayukta's closure report in the Mysore Urban Development Authority (MUDA) land allotment case against Chief Minister Siddaramaiah.
Karnataka survey proposes pushing caste-based quotas to 75%
Karnataka's recent caste survey has suggested a drastic change in the state's reservation system.
BJP functionary dies by suicide, blames Congress leader in note
A 35-year-old Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) worker, Vinay Somaiah, was found dead by suicide at his workplace in Bengaluru's Nagawara area on Friday.
Karnataka ex-CM Yediyurappa detained during protest
Former Karnataka Chief Minister BS Yediyurappa was detained on Thursday while leading a protest against the Congress-led state government's policies.
Karnataka bandh: Why is Bengaluru closed today? What's open, closed
Karnataka is observing a statewide bandh on Saturday, March 22, from 6:00am to 6:00pm.
Karnataka Assembly passes 4% Muslim quota bill
The Karnataka Assembly has passed a controversial bill, providing four percent reservation to Muslims in government contracts.
Honey-trap row disrupts Karnataka assembly again; BJP MLAs create ruckus
The honey trap controversy in Karnataka has disrupted state assembly proceedings yet again.
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah condemns brutal gang-rape of 2 women
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah has condemned a horrific gang-rape of two women, including an Israeli tourist, near Hampi.
Karnataka to launch first state-sponsored OTT platform for Kannada films
In a bid to boost the regional film industry, Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has announced a cap on movie ticket prices and the launch of a state-sponsored OTT platform.
'Priests' salaries, movie prices, Brand Bengaluru': Highlights from Karnataka Budget
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah tabled his 16th state budget for the fiscal year 2025-26 on Friday.
Explained: Delimitation process and south, Centre row
As India prepares for the 2026 delimitation exercise, southern states are worried about losing seats due to population shifts.
Karnataka MLAs to get recliners for 'quick naps' post-lunch
In a bid to enhance post-lunch attendance in the Karnataka Assembly, Speaker UT Khadar has devised an innovative plan.
'Arnab Goswami was booked recklessly to settle scores': Karnataka HC
The Karnataka High Court has quashed a criminal case against Republic News Editor-in-Chief Arnab Goswami over allegations of airing fake news about Chief Minister Siddaramaiah.
'No evidence': Lokayukta gives Siddaramaiah clean chit in MUDA scam
The anti-corruption watchdog Lokayukta has found no evidence against Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and his wife BM Parvathi in the Mysuru Urban Development Authority (MUDA) land scam case.
Karnataka HC dismisses plea seeking CBI probe into MUDA scam
The Karnataka High Court has dismissed a petition seeking transfer of Mysore Urban Development Authority (MUDA) scam investigation involving Chief Minister Siddaramaiah to the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI).
Crisis in Karnataka Congress as Shivakumar's group eyes CM's chair
The Congress party in Karnataka is facing an internal crisis with State President DK Shivakumar's faction eyeing the CM's post.
Karnataka declared 'Naxal-free' after last Maoist surrenders
Karnataka has been officially declared "Naxal-free" after the last known Naxalite in Chikkamagaluru district surrendered.
₹300 crore assets seized in case linked to Siddaramaiah
In an alleged money laundering case involving Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, the Enforcement Directorate (ED) has attached 142 immovable properties, worth approximately ₹300 crore.
Explained: What is the 7-day mourning announced for Manmohan Singh
India is observing a seven-day national mourning period after the death of former Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh.
Zoho-backed semiconductor manufacturer to invest ₹3,425cr in Karnataka
Silectric Semiconductor Manufacturing, a company founded by directors of Zoho, has pledged to invest ₹3,425.60 crore in Karnataka's first electronics manufacturing cluster (EMC).
'Can't speak Kannada, come to...': CEO's hiring post sparks controversy
Cars24 CEO Vikram Chopra has sparked a controversy with his recent post on X. The post was addressed to people living in Bengaluru who are looking for jobs.
Karnataka: Protests over Lingayat community's quota demand turn violent
Protests by the Lingayat Panchamasali community in Belagavi, Karnataka, turned violent on Tuesday as protesters demanded quotas. The agitation was led by Basavajaya Mrityunjay Swami ji.
Former Karnataka CM SM Krishna dies at 92
Former Karnataka Chief Minister SM Krishna, who was credited with being instrumental in making Bengaluru a global tech hub, passed away at his residence in the city on Tuesday. He was 92.
Karnataka seer booked over 'no voting rights for Muslims's comments
Karnataka's Vishwa Vokkaliga Mahasamastana Math seer Kumara Chandrashekaranatha Swamiji has been booked after his controversial remarks about disenfranchising Muslims.
Karnataka MLA's suggestion to cancel election guarantees sparks row
A Congress Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) in Karnataka, HR Gaviyappa, has sparked a controversy by saying Chief Minister Siddaramaiah should cancel some election guarantees as the state is low on funds.
Siddaramaiah orders reinstatement of ration cards amid BPL controversy
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has ordered a halt to the cancelation of ration cards of poor families.
Nandini enters Delhi market; to compete with Amul, Mother Dairy
Karnataka's Nandini brand, marketed by the Karnataka Milk Federation (KMF), will enter the New Delhi dairy market on Thursday, Moneycontrol reported.
Karnataka: Wine merchants call for bandh on November 20
The Federation of Wine Merchants Association Karnataka has called for a statewide bandh on November 20, protesting against alleged corruption in the state's excise department.
'BJP offered ₹50cr to Congress MLAs': Shivakumar backs Siddaramaiah's claim
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has accused the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) of trying to destabilize his government by offering huge bribes to Congress MLAs.
Karnataka Waqf Board claims ownership of 43 Vijayapura monuments
The Karnataka Waqf Board has staked a claim to 43 historic monuments in Vijayapura, including the famous Gol Gumbaz.
Make poll promises you can keep: Congress chief raps Karnataka
Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge has advised the Karnataka government and other Congress units in poll-bound states to keep their promises in line with fiscal realities.
Obama at Congress event? Siddaramaiah plans to invite ex-US president
The Karnataka Congress is looking to invite former United States President Barack Obama to a major event in December.
ED raids MUDA office amid land allotment row involving Siddaramaiah
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) raided the Mysuru Urban Development Authority (MUDA) office on Friday.
All government residential schools, Raichur University in Karnataka renamed
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Thursday announced that all government residential schools in the state will be renamed Maharishi Valmiki Residential Schools.