Silent order

Law Minister HK Patil confirmed that senior Congress leaders have imposed a “gag order” on ministers regarding talk of a leadership change. “The CM post issue is entirely for the party high command to decide,” he said, adding that reshuffle matters will be discussed only between Siddaramaiah and senior leaders. His remarks follow rising curiosity among ministers eyeing Cabinet roles.

Hat trick!

Back in 1973, when Devaraj Urs was Chief Minister, he introduced the slouch hat that became synonymous with Karnataka Police pride. But after decades of sun, rain, and sweat, it may finally be time for a change. Home Minister Dr G Parameshwara admitted that while the hat looks smart, it gets heavy in the rain prompting officers to seek a lighter, weather-friendly alternative. The

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