Karnataka’s chief ministerial post sees intensified tussle between Siddaramaiah and DK Shivakumar camps. Both leaders defer to the Congress high command, while political signalling and speculation about a power-sharing arrangement continue. Key developments include meetings and community group support for Shivakumar, alongside his son’s backing of the current CM.

The 23rd Law Commission has told the Joint Parliamentary Committee that Parliament can constitutionally amend the five-year term of legislatures to enable simultaneous elections.

The central government is considering a day-long parliamentary discussion on Vande Mataram during the Winter Session, marking the 150th anniversary of the national song.