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Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar has alleged that an industrialist wearing Meta smart glasses attempted to secretly record political conversations involving him and Kerala Congress leader V.D. Satheesan. The claim comes amid an escalating controversy over alleged sting-operation videos linked to former Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah.

Karnataka Chief Minister D. K. Shivakumar has alleged that an attempt was made to entrap him through a sting operation. The claim raises questions about the alleged operation, the evidence he says he possesses and whether further details will be made public.

Karnataka BJP has criticised the Congress-led state government over reported financial pressures, questioning government spending and funding for development projects as the Finance Department raises caution over expenditure and revenue availability.

Mahadev Prasad is a journalist who covers Karnataka politics, government affairs and developments in the state.

ಕರ್ನಾಟಕದಲ್ಲಿ ಮುಂದಿನ ಸ್ಥಳೀಯ ಸಂಸ್ಥೆ ಹಾಗೂ ಪಂಚಾಯಿತಿ ಚುನಾವಣೆಗಳ ಸಿದ್ಧತೆಗಳು ಮತ್ತೆ ರಾಜಕೀಯ ಚಟುವಟಿಕೆಗೆ ವೇಗ ನೀಡಿವೆ. ರಾಜ್ಯ ಸರ್ಕಾರ ಸ್ಥಳೀಯ ಸಂಸ್ಥೆಗಳ ಚುನಾವಣೆಗಳನ್ನು ನಡೆಸಲು ಸಿದ್ಧತೆ ಕೈಗೊಳ್ಳುತ್ತಿದ್ದು, ಇದರ ನಂತರ ಜಿಲ್ಲಾ ಪಂಚಾಯಿತಿ, ತಾಲೂಕು ಪಂಚಾಯಿತಿ ಮತ್ತು ಗ್ರಾಮ ಪಂಚಾಯಿತಿ ಚುನಾವಣೆಗಳನ್ನು ಹಂತ ಹಂತವಾಗಿ ನಡೆಸುವ ಕುರಿತು ಚರ್ಚೆ ನಡೆಯುತ್ತಿದೆ.

The Karnataka Cabinet has approved ₹151.31 crore for ballot boxes and live webcasting for upcoming gram, taluk and zilla panchayat elections, with rural local body polls expected to be held by December.

The Karnataka government has reiterated its opposition to implementing the Kasturirangan Report in the Western Ghats and plans to seek views from farmers and residents during Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar's visit to Shivamogga.

A Public Interest Litigation has been filed in the Karnataka High Court challenging the state government's decision to sing only the first two stanzas of Vande Mataram at most state government functions.

A Public Interest Litigation has been filed in the Karnataka High Court challenging the state government’s decision to restrict the singing of Vande Mataram to its first two stanzas at official events. The petition has raised questions over the state government’s authority and its alignment with a Union government directive.

Former Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has given a positive assessment of the D.K. Shivakumar-led government after its first 100 days, saying the administration is moving in the right direction. He has also urged the government to continue implementing its election promises and address drought-related concerns across the state.

Karnataka is one of India's politically significant states, with strong competition between major political parties and a wide range of regional and local issues. Governance, development, employment, agriculture and infrastructure continue to shape the state's political debate.

A fresh political debate has emerged in Karnataka after the state government issued guidelines limiting the rendition of Vande Mataram to its first two stanzas at official programmes. The decision has raised questions about cultural issues, government protocol and political differences in the state.

Karnataka politics is witnessing renewed discussion over governance as the D.K. Shivakumar-led government completes 100 days in office. Former Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has praised the government's direction while calling for continued focus on electoral guarantees, drought management and public expectations.

The Karnataka government has directed that only the first two stanzas of Vande Mataram be sung at state government programmes, with an exception for events attended by the President, Vice-President, Prime Minister or Governor. The decision has triggered political discussion in the state.

Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar has completed 100 days in office, with the Congress-led government highlighting its focus on welfare schemes, employment, agriculture, housing and public services. A special programme at Vidhana Soudha in Bengaluru is being held to mark the milestone and showcase the government’s initiatives, including the five guarantee schemes and newly announced development and employment programmes.

Karnataka has taken a major step in campus politics by approving the return of student union elections after a 37-year gap. The decision allows colleges to conduct student elections while keeping them formally unaffiliated with political parties, bringing youth participation, campus democracy and student representation back into the political discussion.

Karnataka BJP has intensified its political campaign against the Congress government through the Ballari Chalo padayatra. BJP state president B Y Vijayendra has criticised the government over alleged corruption, farmer-related concerns and administrative issues as the party prepares for a major public meeting in Ballari.

The Enforcement Directorate has conducted searches at 18 locations linked to Karnataka PWD Minister Satish Jarkiholi, his daughter and Chikkodi MP Priyanka Jarkiholi in connection with investigations involving sugar-industry and Africa-linked business transactions. The action has triggered a fresh political challenge for the Congress government in Karnataka.

Karnataka continues to remain a key political battleground as the government faces questions over development, welfare, infrastructure and governance, while opposition parties work to strengthen their political strategy.

D.K. Shivakumar is set to launch the Praja Seva Abhiyan in Kudligi to bring government services closer to citizens. The initiative aims to improve public access to government schemes, address grievances, and strengthen communication between officials and people across Karnataka.

The Karnataka Cabinet has approved a three-day special Assembly session from September 21, setting the stage for fresh political debate in the state. The session comes amid an increasingly active Congress-BJP confrontation, with the Opposition expected to raise key governance and policy issues. Get the latest Karnataka political updates on Indian Rajniti – www.indianrajneeti.com.

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah’s political agenda has continued to emphasize welfare, social programmes, economic development, and governance across the state.