Siddaramaiah, DK Shivakumar to be sworn-in on May 20: TN CM Stalin among others invited
Bengaluru: After a series of extensive deliberations and numerous meetings, the All-India Congress Committee (AICC) has officially announced the highly anticipated dates for the swearing-in ceremony of Siddaramaiah as the Chief Minister and DK Shivakumar as the Deputy Chief Minister of Karnataka.The momentous event is scheduled to take place on May 20 at 12:30 PM.
If sources are to be believed, it has been reported that the Congress party has arrived at a significant decision, with two prominent leaders coming to an agreement on a rotational formula for the chief ministerial position. As per the arrangement, Siddaramaiah is set to assume the role of Chief Minister for a span of 2.5 years. Following his tenure, Shivakumar will take over the responsibilities as the Chief Minister. However, the information has not yet been confirmed by the party officially.
A grand swearing-in ceremony is planned for the occasion, with several prominent political figures and leaders from across the country in attendance. Notable invitees include Former AICC president Sonia Gandhi, Rahul Gandhi, Priyanka Gandhi, Bihar CM Nitish Kumar, West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee, Rajasthan CM Ashok Gehlot, Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin, Chhattisgarh CM Bhupesh Baghel, Himachal Pradesh CM Sukhwinder Singh Sukhu, Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren, Odisha CM Naveen Patnaik, Telangana CM K Chandrasekhar Rao, Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav, NCP chief Sharad Pawar, former Maharashtra Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray, Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Tejashwi Yadav, and National Conference chief Farooq Abdullah.
Tight police security has been put in place in view of the arrival of the dignitaries with Z + security.
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Shah Rukh Khan, Kiara Advani, Diljit Dosanjh lead India's fashion statement at Met Gala 2025
New York: The 2025 Met Gala, themed "Superfine", witnessed a historic moment for Indian representation as Bollywood megastar Shah Rukh Khan, singer-actor Diljit Dosanjh, and actress Kiara Advani made striking debuts on the iconic Met steps, captivating global audiences with powerful fashion statements rooted in culture, legacy, and personal narratives.
This year’s gala, focused on menswear and Black Dandyism, marked a shift in red carpet dynamics, highlighting minimalism, cultural elegance, and heritage.
Making his first-ever appearance at the Met Gala, Shah Rukh Khan embodied royalty and personal branding. Styled by Sabyasachi Mukherjee, he wore a black tailored jacket adorned with a dramatic “K” pendant, a custom “SRK” jewel set, and a Bengal tiger-topped sceptre. According to Sabyasachi, the look was designed to “represent Shah Rukh Khan as Shah Rukh Khan.”
Despite mixed reactions online, some calling the ensemble “forgettable” and others lauding his timeless charm, his signature pose on the blue carpet ensured a buzzworthy debut.
Kiara Advani’s radiant motherhood statement
Making her Met Gala debut while expecting her first child, Kiara Advani wore a custom Gaurav Gupta Couture piece titled ‘Bravehearts’, blending black, gold, and white. The ensemble celebrated motherhood with a heart-shaped plaque symbolizing new beginnings. Crafted with metallic flows, the gown echoed Gaurav Gupta’s signature but took a futuristic turn, aligning with the theme of the night.
The look paid homage to the spirit of the Black Dandy.
Diljit Dosanjh, styled by Prabal Gurung, brought unapologetic Punjabi flair to the Gala. His outfit, featuring traditional elements rooted in his Punjabi identity, earned him praise for “serving royalty, legacy, and aura.” A first for an Indian male musician at the Met, his look fused heritage with high fashion, making him one of the night’s most talked-about celebrities.
Other Indian icons at Met Gala 2025
Priyanka Chopra Jonas returned with husband Nick Jonas in coordinated Valentino black-and-white ensembles. Her polka-dot-inspired gown paired with white opera gloves and a Bulgari necklace channeled timeless glamour, while Nick complemented her with a polka-dot suit and leather accents.
Isha Ambani, in Anamika Khanna, stunned with an ensemble that took over 20,000 hours to embroider. Draped in heirloom Cartier diamonds, her look blended tradition and modernity with elegance.
Natasha Poonawala, styled by Manish Malhotra, wore “The Empress”, a couture masterpiece featuring a pearl-embellished corset and Gara embroidery, paying tribute to her Parsi roots while embracing futurism.
