During a recent high-level meeting, Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar expressed strong criticism towards police officers, raising concerns about the potential saffronisation of the police department. He firmly stated that such actions would not be permitted under their government.

Bengaluru: Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Tuesday said 52 deaths have been reported so far due to pre-monsoon rains in the state, along with damages to properties, and directed officials concerned to provide immediate relief.

The State Government has revoked the nomination of four members, including State Wakf Board President Maulana N.K. Muhammed Shafi Saadi, with immediate effect.

Amid speculations that a "power sharing or rotational CM" arrangement has been brokered by Congress high command between Siddaramaiah and D K Shivakumar ahead of the government formation in Karnataka, a senior minister's statement that the former would remain the Chief Minister for the full five year term has created some flutters within the ruling party circles.

Environmentalist Salumarada Thimmakka met new Chief Minister of Karnataka Siddaramaiah and wished him well as he began his second term as head of the State Government.

Bengaluru: Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar held a crucial consultation with senior police officers of high rank on Tuesday to discuss matters of utmost importance. The meeting aimed to address key issues related to law and order and devise strategies for effective governance.

Former minister and five-time MLA U T Khader on Tuesday filed his nomination as Congress candidate for the post of Speaker of Karnataka Legislative Assembly.

Bengaluru: Halasuru Gate police have detained driver Harish for questioning following the tragic death of a young woman at the KR Circle underpass, which was submerged in rainwater.