Karnataka Chief Minister-designate DK Shivakumar, who is slated to take oath tomorrow, has said that the opportunity to serve the state in the top political post was "delayed but not denied" and that he will seek to take along all sections of society in the journey to take the state forward. In an exclusive interview with ANI, Shivakumar said that he has risen through dedication and hard work. He also talked about "tough, troubling time", apparently referring to protracted speculation about his elevation.

MB Patil -- a Lingayat -- and Dalit leader Priyank Kharge -- Mallikarjun Kharge's son – have emerged as leading contenders for the deputy CMs posts. | India News

D.K. Shivakumar aims to accelerate major infrastructure projects in Bengaluru, facing both support and opposition from various stakeholders.

DK Shivakumar is set to make populist announcements following the first Cabinet meeting. Discussions have concluded on the composition of the new ministry. A select group of…

DK Shivakumar will be sworn in as Karnataka CM, with G Parameshwara as Deputy CM and 13 ministers alongside.