Chief Minister DK Shivakumar emerged victorious in the legislative council polls. Congress secured all five seats it contested, defying fears of crossvoting. Shivakumar's strategy ensured all Congress votes were cast for its candidates. The party also gained votes from the opposition BJP and JDS. This win strengthens Shivakumar's position. The JDS candidate lost despite a coalition with the BJP.

Karnataka's upcoming Council polls may secure Congress a majority in the Upper House, intensifying strategic party preparations.

The ruling Congress is expected to secure a majority in the Upper House in the polls.

Karnataka Assembly members cast votes for seven Legislative Council seats. High voter turnout was recorded. Key leaders including the Chief Minister and former CM participated.…

Chief Minister DK Shivakumar emerged victorious in the legislative council polls. Congress secured all five seats it contested, defying fears of crossvoting. Shivakumar's strategy…

Eight candidates were in the fray for the seven MLC seats to be elected by MLAs, for which voting was held on Thursday at Karnataka Vidhana Soudha. | India News

Congress secures five seats in Karnataka Legislative Council polls amid cross voting, while BJP wins two, revealing party tensions.

Congress unexpectedly secured a fifth seat in Karnataka's legislative council, aided by cross voting from BJP and JD(S) legislators, marking a win for CM Shivakumar. | India News

Congress achieved a significant win in the Karnataka Legislative Council elections, securing all five seats. Leaders stated the results reflect strong support for the state…

H.D. Kumaraswamy reflects on loyalty testing among JD(S) MLAs after cross-voting in Karnataka MLC polls, stressing future party strategies.

BJP national president Nitin Nabin has reportedly summoned Karnataka BJP chief BY Vijayendra to understand how the cross-voting happened. | India News