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 has moved its Karnataka MLAs to a resort ahead of the June 18 elections to prevent cross-voting and secure five out of seven seats. | India News

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