DK Shivakumar sworn in as Karnataka CM; new cabinet begins taking shape

June 3, 2026 5:02 PM

DK Shivakumar sworn in as Karnataka CM; new cabinet begins taking shape

Congress leader D.K. Shivakumar was sworn in as the 34th Chief Minister of Karnataka on Wednesday at a ceremony held at Lok Bhavan in Bengaluru, marking a significant leadership transition in the state. Senior Congress leader G. Parameshwara also took oath as the Deputy Chief Minister. Shivakumar took the oath of office while carrying a copy of the Constitution of India. The ceremony was attended by senior Congress leaders, religious heads and dignitaries from across the country. A prominent C...

Former Karnataka CM SM Krishna passes away at 92, PM Modi condoles his death

December 10, 2024 10:46 AM

Former Karnataka CM SM Krishna passes away at 92, PM Modi condoles his death

Former Karnataka Chief Minister and Union Minister SM Krishna passed away on Tuesday at his residence in Sadashivanagar, Bengaluru, at the age of 92. Krishna had been unwell for some time and was hospitalised earlier in August due to a prolonged illness. Prime Minister Narendra Modi condoled Krishna's death, remembering him as a "remarkable leader" admired across social strata. In a post on X, Modi said: "SM Krishna was a remarkable leader, admired by people from all walks of life. He always wo...