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Cross-voting in MLC polls in Karnataka: BJP president Nitin Nabin summons Karnataka party chief

BJP President Nitin Nabin has summoned Karnataka party chief Vijayendra Yediyurappa and other leaders. This follows cross-voting in the state Legislative Council polls. The ruling Congress secured five seats, while the BJP won two. Reports indicate cross-voting by BJP and JD(S) legislators. Senior BJP leader R Ashoka stated that betrayers…

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Got full info on cross-voters, won't be rattled: HD Kumaraswamy after JD(S) setback in Karnataka MLC polls

Union Minister HD Kumaraswamy revealed knowledge of cross-voting in the Karnataka Legislative Council elections. He stated the results were not unexpected and the party's focus is now on the 2028 Assembly elections. Kumaraswamy mentioned that the candidate was fielded to test MLAs. He also addressed the Bidadi township project controversy,…

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Karnataka MLC polls: Congress sweeps all five seats, says mandate backs government's policies

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 government's policies and welfare guarantees. Chief Minister DK Shivakumar credited the victory to party unity. Randeep Singh Surjewala highlighted the landslide outcome, emphasizing it as…

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Karnataka MLC polls: 212 out of 222 MLAs cast votes till 1 pm

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. The ruling Congress aims to secure a majority. A contest is anticipated for the seventh seat. Legislators were sequestered amid fears of cross-voting.

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HONG KONG, June 7, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Final of the IBA‑UIBC Cup of Bakers 2027 "Golden Statue Cup" China Selection – Hong Kong & Macao SAR Selection Competition was successfully held at the International Culinary Institute in Hong Kong. The event brought together leading baking professionals, industry representatives, and…

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Congress confident of sweeping Karnataka Rajya Sabha, Council polls: Saleem Ahmed

Congress is confident about winning upcoming Legislative Council and Rajya Sabha elections. Party leader Saleem Ahmed stated their fifth MLC candidate will file nomination soon. He also expressed hope for a cabinet position. AICC President Mallikarjun Kharge filed his Rajya Sabha nomination. Both Congress and BJP have released their candidate…

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First batch of ministers likely to take oath with DK Shivakumar; second batch after June 18

DK Shivakumar will take oath as Chief Minister of Karnataka today. A first batch of ministers will be sworn in with him. A second phase of cabinet expansion will occur after June 18, following Rajya Sabha elections. Seniority will be considered along with other factors for portfolio allocation. The final…

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Karnataka: Notification issued for four Rajya Sabha, seven MLC seats; voting on June 18

Elections for four Rajya Sabha and seven Legislative Council seats in Karnataka are scheduled for June 18, with nominations closing on June 8. The polls are necessitated by the upcoming expiry of terms for several prominent leaders, including Mallikarjun Kharge and H D Deve Gowda. The ruling Congress is anticipated…

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Nitin Nabin to chair crucial BJP office bearers' meet on June 1 ahead of team revamp

BJP National President Nitin Nabin will lead a key meeting on June 1. The agenda includes reviewing preparations for programs marking 12 years of the Narendra Modi government. The party will also form a new team. Meanwhile, a high-level meeting is scheduled for Sunday evening. This meeting will focus on…

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Nitish Kumar and Nitin Nabin Resign from State Legislatures Ahead of Rajya Sabha Roles

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar and BJP national president Nitin Nabin on Monday resigned from their respective positions in the Bihar Legislative Council and Bihar Legislative Assembly, complying with constitutional requirements following their recent election to the Rajya Sabha.

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Hong Kong voters’ turnout ticks up amid public anger over deadly fire

About a third of eligible voters cast ballots in the 90-seat legislature vote, the first fully vetted under Beijing’s ‘patriots only’ rule

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Near-record low election turnout in Hong Kong amid discontent over apartment fire

Sunday’s ‘patriots only’ Legislative Council elections took place in the shadow of the Tai Po fire that killed at least 159 people

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The Week Ahead (Dec. 1 to 7): Macron Visits China, Fed Ends Quantitative Tightening

Putin to visit India, Hong Kong holds Legislative Council election

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Hong Kong rejects bill that would have given limited rights to same-sex couples who married abroad

Only 14 of 86 lawmakers supported the bill, which would have granted limited rights to same-sex couples who married or entered civil unions overseas

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Maharashtra: BJP names 3 candidates for state Legislative Council bypolls

The Election Commission of India announced the details of the bypolls for five seats on March 3. A must read on Dynamite News:

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Maharashtra: State Legislature session to begin from March 3, budget on March 10

The Advisory Committee on Legislative Assembly and Legislative Council Business met at Vidhan Bhavan in Mumbai on Sunday. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Who are ‘Hong Kong 47’? Pro-democracy activists at centre of largest national security trial

Key figures in ‘Hong Kong 47’ represent cross-section of city’s pro-democracy movement

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BJP cadre in coastal districts sulk over being ‘taken for granted’ by the party

The June 3 Legislative Council elections in Karnataka has two BJP rebel candidates from the coastal belt in the fray. Both claim that they are “filling a void” as the saffron party has “sidelined” Dakshina Kannada and Udupi districts by not fielding locals in the South West Graduates’ and the…

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Council polls: 34 candidates from three constituencies

Nomination papers filed for Legislative Council polls with candidates from various constituencies, including independents and party alliances.

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Law and order has collapsed in Kalaburagi, says BJP MLC Ravikumar

BJP leader criticizes Rural Development Minister for law and order collapse in Kalaburagi, urges support for Legislative Council polls.

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Ayanur Manjunath files nomination papers for South-West Graduates’ Constituency

Ayanur Manjunath files nomination for Legislative Council with assets worth ₹3.27 crore, accompanied by Congress leaders.

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Council polls: Rebellion and confusion in BJP-JD(S) alliance in three constituencies

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), which had announced candidates to five of the six Legislative Council seats leaving one to its alliance partner the Janata Dal (Secular), will likely give up another seat to its partner making the seat-sharing formula to 4-2. Six Council seats go to polls on June…

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BJP ‘rebel’ S.R. Harish Acharya files his nomination for Legislative Council polls from South West Teachers’ Constituency

BJP ‘rebel’ S.R. Harish Acharya from Mangaluru filed his nomination papers for the Legislative Council elections from South West Teachers’ Constituency, on Wednesday, May 15.

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