LIVE BLOG03 Jun 2026 | 07:47:49 AM ISTDK Shivakumar to take oath as Karnataka CMSynopsisBreaking News Live Updates: DK Shivakumar to take oath as Karnataka CM today. He met Congress National President Mallikarjun Kharge in Delhi yesterday for discussions on cabinet formation and key organisational appointments ahead of his swearing-in ceremony.
Breaking News Live Updates: DK Shivakumar to take oath as Karnataka CM today. He met Congress National President Mallikarjun Kharge in Delhi yesterday for discussions on cabinet formation and key organisational appointments ahead of his swearing-in ceremony. There are indications that 10-15 people may take oath along with Shivakumar, but a clear picture will emerge today. Only important persons will take oath, and the rest of the vacancies will be filled in two-to-four weeks after detailed discussions, according to Kharge. Show more Show less1 New UpdateSpiceJet issues passenger advisory amid bad weather in Mumbai"Due to bad weather (Rain) in Mumbai (BOM), all departures/arrivals and their consequential flights may be affected," SpiceJet said in an advisory. The airline has advised passengers to keep a check on their flight status.Donald Trump orders crackdown on migrant fundsUS President Donald Trump said he has signed a new executive order aimed at curbing fraud, human smuggling and illegal immigration by restricting the use of US financial institutions for activities linked to undocumented migrants and criminal networks.Announcing the move in a Truth Social post, Trump said the order would be led by the Treasury Department and target bank accounts, credit cards and financial institutions allegedly used to facilitate illegal immigration, drug trafficking and cartel activity. "Access to our Nation’s Financial Systems must be limited to those who have a Legal Right to be here, and who are engaged in Lawful and Legitimate Commerce," he said. He added that the measure could be "the most effective means of reversing Biden’s Border Invasion" and would help stop billions of dollars from leaving the country through criminal activities.Not a dream, it was a dedication: DK Shivakumar ahead of oath-taking ceremonyKarnataka CM-designate DK Shivakumar said to ANI, "It was not a dream. It was a dedication. Dedication with hard work. So it was a tough, troubling time. Though it has been delayed, it was not denied. I feel there's no Shivakumar here. It is a Congress worker, who stood on this democratic set-up with the history of the Congress party..."Heavy rains in J&K lead to flood-like situationHeavy rains in Thathri in Jammu and Kashimr led to a sudden flood-like situation, causing widespread damage. More details awaited.Congress to release Karnataka ministerial listCongress will release the list of ministers for the Karnataka cabinet on Wednesday ahead of the swearing-in ceremony, Chief Minister-designate DK Shivakumar said, dismissing the reports suggesting the names of members allegedly selected for ministerial berths."The names appearing in the media regarding the selection of ministers are not official. The high command leaders will release the list of ministers tomorrow at 10 am or noon," he said.He further added that the decision lies with the party high command and the final list, after being received from Delhi, will be sent to Raj Bhavan in Karnataka."The high command leaders discussed the selection of ministers and we have expressed our opinion. The high command leaders will take the final decision. After the Delhi leaders send us the list, we will send it to Raj Bhavan," he added.Karnataka politics: Siddaramaiah appointed as CWC memberCongress president Mallikarjun Kharge appointed outgoing Karnataka chief minister Siddaramaiah as a member of the Congress Working Committee. His appointment, signaling the party leadership's keenness to humour him, came just a day ahead of his successor DK Shivakumar taking oath as Karnataka CM.DK Shivakumar: The upcoming CM who loves Prada, Gucci and Louis VuittonKarnataka CM swearing-in ceremony: DK Shivakumar drapes himself in luxury brands like Prada, Gucci, Ferragamo and Louis Vuitton. He has leaned into his penchant for the finer things, namely cashmere scarves, luxury watches and high-end pens.Click here to read full reportDK Shivakumar to take oath as Karnataka CM todayCongress leader DK Shivakumar is set to take oath as Karnataka Chief Minister today. He has held multiple meetings with party's top brass to decide on the state cabinet and the first policy announcements after the swearing-in ceremony.
