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Siddaramaiah
Siddaramaiah (born 12 August 1948) is an Indian politician currently serving as the Chief Minister of Karnataka, a position he assumed for the second time in May 2023. A senior leader of the Indian
...Read more- Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah in Assembly: 'Does anyone eat meat on Shivratri? I do'
I don’t believe in Rahu Kaala or Gulika Kaala. I eat non-vegetarian food even on festivals like Ugadi and Shivaratri—there’s nothing wrong with it, says CM.
- My budget is well within fiscal discipline: Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah
Siddaramaiah, who also holds finance portfolio, on Friday presented his record 17th budget in the Karnataka Assembly with an outlay of Rs 4.48 lakh crore.
- Karnataka GSDP grows by 8.1%, revenue expenditure grows 9.4%
Despite recording an 8.1 percent GSDP growth, Karnataka's budget highlights mounting debt concerns, with total outstanding liabilities reaching nearly 25 percent of GSDP
- Karnataka proposes revamping Excise Act providing a shot in the arm to alcohol industry
In addition, tourism in the alcohol sector will be encouraged by allowing distilleries and breweries to conduct tasting sessions and sell products manufactured on their premises to visiting tourists, CM Siddaramaiah said on March 6
- Karnataka budget: AI takes centre stage as Siddaramaiah unveils digital push across sectors
From AI tutors for students to smart grievance systems and robotics hubs, Karnataka budget outlines multiple initiatives to strengthen its technology ecosystem
- Karnataka budget: Bengaluru civic bodies to issue municipal bonds to fund development works
Presenting the budget, Siddaramaiah said state government had increased the grant for Bengaluru’s development from Rs 3,000 crore to Rs 7,000 crore in 2025-26, and the same allocation will continue in 2026-27
- Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah to present record 17th budget on March 6
Budget size likely around Rs 4.5 lakh crore as Congress-led state government balances welfare guarantees, infrastructure push and rising fiscal pressures
- AI must remain a tool, not a substitute for human imagination, says Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah
We want the next great game designer or VFX innovator to emerge from every district of Karnataka, said chief minister Siddaramaiah at Bengaluru GAFX 2026.
- Karnataka likely to ban mobile phone use for children under 16 amid addiction concerns
The Karnataka government is considering restricting mobile phone use for children under 16, citing rising addiction and exposure to harmful influences.
- Study tour or camp politics? 22 Karnataka Congress MLAs' Australia-NZ trip raises eyebrows
CM Siddaramaiah had, however, reportedly stated earlier that he was not aware of the visit. Deputy CM Shivakumar, too, has distanced himself from the development.
- 'Can't you ever ask anything else?': Siddaramaiah loses cool, demands to not be asked about Karnataka leadership change
He added, “The high command is aware, they will decide. I will abide by their decision. How many times should I tell you (reporters) this?”
- 149 ‘minister-rank’ appointees in Karnataka? Siddaramaiah govt faces spending scrutiny
As per the documents cited in the report, the administration has conferred Minister of State (MoS) status on 54 more individuals, intensifying a debate over fiscal prudence and governance priorities.
- Karnataka CM seeks rollback of Bengaluru Metro fare hike, says Centre alone can decide
Siddaramaiah says Metro fares are fixed by a Union government-appointed committee, blames BJP for misleading commuters, and urges Centre to rationalise fares for daily travellers, students and low-income groups
- Centre ‘attempting to silence’ Rahul Gandhi: Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah
He was referring to Rahul Gandhi being disallowed from quoting an article that cited an unpublished memoir of former Army chief M M Naravane on the 2020 India-China conflict in the Lok Sabha.
- Union Budget 2026: Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah slams retention of 41% tax devolution, says states’ fiscal responsibilities ignored
CM points to Karnataka’s reduced share of divisible taxes-down to 4.131% from 4.71%-saying it could cost the state Rs 10,000-15,000 crore annually; calls budget heavy on vision, light on action.
- Siddaramaiah snaps at Congress workers over pro-Shivakumar slogans | Video
Visibly annoyed, the chief minister shouted at the Congress workers to stop, though they continued raising slogans
- Shivakumar shares cryptic post after meeting Rahul Gandhi: 'Even if effort fails...'
The post follows a brief interaction between Gandhi and Shivakumar at Mysuru airport, which triggered fresh speculation over a possible change of guard in Karnataka.
- 'High command pleasing': BJP slams Karnataka Congress for ‘prioritising’ Rahul Gandhi over German Chancellor's visit
Questioning Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar for missing Merz's visit, the BJP leader alleged that they prioritised "high command pleasing" over the state's global standing.
- Siddaramaiah, Shivakumar hold brief meeting with Rahul Gandhi amid Karnataka power tussle
Rahul Gandhi held short conversations with Siddaramaiah and Shivakumar individually as well as jointly
- Siddaramaiah equals Devaraj Urs' record as Karnataka's longest-serving CM: 'Confident of completing full term'
Speculation over a leadership change has persisted since the formation of the government in 2023, when a "power-sharing" understanding between Siddaramaiah and Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar became public.
