Siddaramaiah
IndiapoliticianMaleb. 19486.0Global Dominance: 0.04%Siddaramaiah is the Chief Minister of Karnataka, known for his leadership in addressing issues impacting the state's poor populations. Recently, he defended a new ordinance aimed at preventing unlawful recovery practices by microfinance institutions, emphasizing the need to protect vulnerable borrowers from harassment while maintaining access to credit for essential agricultural activities.
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Outgoing chief minister Siddaramaiah stepped down following directions from the party high command.
BJP Mocks DK Shivakumar Before Karnataka Swearing-In with AI Video | India NewsIndia· 2026-06-03
Siddaramaiah was appointed to the Congress Working Committee after resigning as Karnataka Chief Minister.
Siddaramaiah appointed to Congress Working Committee days after resigning as Karnataka CM | India NewsIndia· 2026-06-02
The cabinet formation exercise comes after Siddaramaiah stepped down as chief minister last week.
G Parameshwara set to be Karnataka deputy CM as Congress finalises DK Shivakumar cabinet: Sources | Bengaluru NewsIndia· 2026-06-02
Siddaramaiah remains the most influential mass leader in Karnataka Congress despite resigning as chief minister.
Shivakumar: Siddaramaiah's influence, caste census: What could make or break DK Shivakumar's reign in Karnataka | India NewsIndia· 2026-06-01
Siddaramaiah's government has faced scrutiny after three years in power, leading to a change in leadership within the Congress party.
From Siddaramaiah to DK Shivakumar: Congress hopes Karnataka change of guard will blunt anti-incumbency, fill gaps | India NewsIndia· 2026-05-31Siddaramaiah decided to step down from Karnataka's top job, paving way for DK Shivakumar to take over as CM.
After breakfast diplomacy, Siddaramaiah-DK Shivakumar meet over lunch in Delhi | India NewsIndia· 2026-05-29
Siddaramaiah's decision to accept the caste census report just before stepping down is being seen as a significant political message.
Siddaramaiah exits, but trouble may just begin for Shivakumar and Rahul Gandhi | India NewsIndia· 2026-05-28
Siddaramaiah is the outgoing chief minister of Karnataka who recently resigned from his position.
Karnataka leadership change: After CM exit & declining Rajya Sabha seat, what's next for 'accidental politician' Siddaramaiah | India NewsIndia· 2026-05-28
Siddaramaiah is the Karnataka chief minister who announced his decision to step down from the post.
Siddaramaiah: Karnataka CM likely to step down; DKS, Siddaramaiah bonhomie: What happened at key breakfast meeting | India NewsIndia· 2026-05-28
Siddaramaiah has insisted that he would abide by any decision of the high command regarding the CM position.
‘Nothing is secret’: DK Shivakumar says decision on CM already taken amid Karnataka leadership buzz | Bengaluru NewsIndia· 2026-02-18
Siddaramaiah lost his cool during a rally in Bengaluru after some youth Congress leaders started shouting slogans in favour of deputy CM.
'Aye! Who's screaming DK, DK': Siddaramaiah loses cool as youth Congress leaders chant DKS slogans - watch | India NewsIndia· 2026-01-27
Karnataka chief minister Siddaramaiah said the governor’s conduct amounted to a breach of the Constitution.
'Acting like party agents': Stalin seeks to scrap governor's address; to consult 'like-minded opposition parties' | India NewsIndia· 2026-01-22
Siddaramaiah stated he would travel to New Delhi if called by the Congress high command to discuss the leadership issue.
'Decision at right time': DK Shivakumar's brother namedrops Rahul Gandhi in CM row; Siddaramaiah puts it to 'high command’ | India NewsIndia· 2026-01-20Chief minister Siddaramaiah said disciplinary action would follow a detailed inquiry into the allegations against Rao.
Karnataka DGP in 'sleaze' storm: IPS officer Ramachandra Rao suspended as viral videos spark outrage; no one above law, says CM | Bengaluru NewsIndia· 2026-01-20
Chief Minister Siddaramaiah expressed grief over the veteran leader's death, highlighting Khandre's contributions to the freedom struggle.
Former Karnataka minister Bheemanna Khandre passes away at 102; CM Siddaramaiah, political leaders express grief | Bengaluru NewsIndia· 2026-01-17
Siddaramaiah is the Chief Minister of Karnataka who was criticized for prioritizing political loyalty over welcoming the German Chancellor.
‘Betrayal to Karnataka’: BJP slams Siddaramaiah govt; accuses Cong of choosing Rahul Gandhi over German Chancellor welcome | India NewsIndia· 2026-01-13
CM Siddaramaiah announced compensation for the victims' families.
Karnataka bus tragedy: 5-year-old girl among 6 dead in fire; 28 injured | India NewsIndia· 2025-12-25
Karnataka chief minister Siddaramaiah expressed shock over the incident.
Karnataka crash: Fuel tanker jumped divider, hit bus head-on; how a split-second collision sparked fire | Bengaluru NewsIndia· 2025-12-25
Siddaramaiah is the chief minister of Karnataka and has been involved in a power tussle with his deputy.
'Confusion at state level': Mallikarjun Kharge on Karnataka CM row; defends Cong high command | India NewsIndia· 2025-12-21Siddaramaiah is the Chief Minister of Karnataka who rejected claims of a power-sharing arrangement.
'No agreement': Siddaramaiah rejects power-sharing theory; Karnataka CM row intensifies | India NewsIndia· 2025-12-19Siddaramaiah is the Karnataka chief minister involved in a standoff with his deputy, DK Shivakumar.
The grand old party’s crisis: Why Congress partymen are parting ways | India NewsIndia· 2025-12-18
The bill was formulated by CM Siddaramaiah-led Congress government.
Hate speech now non-bailable offence in Karnataka: Assembly passes Bill; includes 7-year jail term | India NewsIndia· 2025-12-18
Siddaramaiah is the current chief minister of Karnataka, involved in a power tussle with D K Shivakumar.
Karnataka CM row: D K Shivakumar will become CM after assembly's winter session, claims Congress MLA | India NewsIndia· 2025-12-12
Siddaramaiah stated that they are united and will go to Delhi if the high command calls after meeting with Shivakumar.
DK Shivakumar: Karnataka CM-change buzz, DK Shivakumar hosts late-night dinner with 30+ Congress MLAs, ministers in Belagavi | Bengaluru NewsIndia· 2025-12-12
Siddaramaiah is the current Chief Minister of Karnataka and a prominent leader of the Kuruba community.
Karnataka CM tussle: Two breakfasts later, Sidda–DKS standoff persists — why it’s a Catch-22 situation for Congress high command | India NewsIndia· 2025-12-03Siddaramaiah emphasized the unity between him and D K Shivakumar during a joint press briefing.
'If high-command calls ...': D K Shivakumar, Siddaramaiah show united front amid power tussle; inside breakfast meet 2.0 | India NewsIndia· 2025-12-02
Siddaramaiah has personally urged Shivakumar to take over as chief minister after the 2028 polls.
Congress top brass stares at tough test after Siddaramaiah-Shivakumar truce | Bengaluru NewsIndia· 2025-11-29
Siddaramaiah is the chief minister of Karnataka and a key figure in the Congress party's power struggle.
Siddaramaiah vs DK Shivakumar: Will the breakfast diplomacy hold? Congress dilemma in Karnataka explained | India NewsIndia· 2025-11-29Siddaramaiah emphasized unity and stated that there were 'no differences' between him and DK Shivakumar during a press briefing.
'No Differences' : Siddaramaiah & Shivakumar Reset Karnataka Leadership Amid Power Talks | Bengaluru NewsIndia· 2025-11-29A functionary from the Siddaramaiah camp maintained that no binding arrangement existed regarding the leadership choices.
Karnataka crisis: Is word the way forward? | Bengaluru NewsIndia· 2025-11-28