DK Shivakumar Meets Kharge Amid Leadership Speculation

By BPN News Desk November 17, 2025

South India State News

Deputy Chief Minister of Karnataka, D K Shivakumar, met with Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge in Delhi on November 16, 2025, in the midst of growing speculation about a possible change in state leadership. The meeting reportedly focused on internal party dynamics in the state and

South India State News

Karnataka Launches New IT Policy Targeting Expat Talent

By BPN News Desk November 14, 2025

The state government of Karnataka has introduced an updated Information Technology Policy for 2025–30 with a special focus on attracting Indian tech professionals working abroad. The so-called “IT Talent Return Programme” aims to provide incentives and support for mid-career professionals overseas to relocate back and work in the state. Ambitious Job Creation Goal Under

South India State News

It’s Only Between Me And CM, Says D.K. Shivakumar On “November Revolution”

By BPN News Desk November 3, 2025

Deputy Chief Minister D. K. Shivakumar has played down speculation about a leadership change in Karnataka, describing the so-called “November revolution” as a matter only between him and Chief Minister Siddaramaiah. He said that details of any internal discussion will remain confined to their private talks. Clarification Amid Speculation Shivakumar’s remarks came after

South India State News

Karnataka HC Stays Order On Private Events In Public Spaces

By BPN News Desk October 28, 2025

The Karnataka High Court (Dharwad Bench) has issued an interim stay on a state-government order that required private or social organisations to obtain prior written permission before holding events on government premises or in designated public spaces. The order, issued by the Government of Karnataka, was seen as targeting gatherings by the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh

South India State News

Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah Rethinks 2028 Poll Exit

By BPN News Desk October 28, 2025

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has hinted at reconsidering his earlier decision to retire from electoral politics after 2023. He said party colleagues and supporters have urged him to contest the 2028 state assembly elections, leaving open the possibility of another run. Shift In Stance Siddaramaiah had previously declared that the 2023 assembly elections would be

South India State News

Karnataka CM Clarifies Son Referred To ‘Ideological Successor’

By BPN News Desk October 25, 2025

In a statement on Friday, Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah clarified recent remarks made by his son Yathindra Siddaramaiah. Yathindra had said his father was approaching the end of his political career and described Satish Jarkiholi as a leader with “progressive thinking, ideologically”. This was widely reported as naming a successor for the chief minister’s post.

South India State News

10 Fall Ill At Karnataka CM’s Puttur Event

By BPN News Desk October 21, 2025

At least ten people, mostly women, fell ill during a public programme attended by Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah in Puttur on Sunday. Police and health officials linked the incident to delays in food distribution and the hot, overcrowded conditions. What Happened At The Event The programme, held at Puttur Taluk Stadium under the banner “Ashoka […]

South India State News

Avoid Company of “Sanatanis”, Says Karnataka CM

By BPN News Desk October 19, 2025

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Saturday urged people to avoid the influence of “sanatanis” and remain cautious of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) and Sangh Parivar. He alleged that these groups had opposed B. R. Ambedkar and the Constitution he drafted. Remarks at Mysore University Speaking at the silver-jubilee celebrations of the Ambedkar Study Centre

South India State News

Karnataka contractors’ body alleges graft doubled under Congress

By BPN News Desk September 28, 2025

The Karnataka State Contractors’ Association has written to Chief Minister Siddaramaiah alleging that corruption has doubled in several government departments since the Congress took office. Association president R Manjunath and general secretary G M Ravindra said that commissions demanded for clearing bills have increased compared to the previous administration, while

Business Finance

Karnataka Says States to Lose ₹1.5 Lakh Crore from GST 2.0

By BPN News Desk September 23, 2025

Karnataka Revenue Minister Krishna Byre Gowda has warned that the new GST 2.0 structure could cost states between ₹1 lakh crore and ₹1.5 lakh crore in lost revenue. Speaking to NDTV, he said the changes would unfairly burden state governments. Centre vs States: Who Bears the Burden? According to Gowda, the Centre is projected to […]