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The BJP–JD(S) alliance won all four seats in the Karnataka Legislative Council elections, according to the reported results. Congress faced a setback, particularly in the Bangalore Teachers’ constituency, where three-time MLC Puttanna lost. The defeat also carries political significance for Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar.

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 BJP president B.Y. Vijayendra has said another chief ministerial change would not surprise him amid a controversy involving alleged sting operations targeting former Chief Minister Siddaramaiah. The dispute has intensified political exchanges between the BJP, Congress, and JD(S).

Karnataka CM D.K. Shivakumar has alleged that BJP and JD(S) figures were involved in attempts to delete eligible voters through bulk Form-7 applications during the SIR exercise. Multiple complaints and FIRs have emerged over disputed voter-deletion applications, while election authorities have directed officials to investigate false submissions.

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.

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 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.

Karnataka BJP has intensified its attack on the Congress government after completing its 10-day Ballari Chalo padayatra. State BJP president B.Y. Vijayendra targeted Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar over his recent comments about being a businessman and politician, while the ruling Congress faces continued opposition pressure over governance and development issues.

The Cauvery water dispute has intensified after the CWMA upheld an order directing Karnataka to release 6,000 cusecs of water daily to Tamil Nadu for 15 days. Karnataka has opposed the decision, citing drought conditions and declining reservoir inflows, and is considering approaching the Supreme Court.

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.

Karnataka’s farm loan waiver demand has become a major political issue, with an all-party delegation seeking the Centre’s intervention and financial support amid concerns over the impact of drought on farmers.

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.