Rahul Gandhi delays Karnataka Cabinet expansion again, decision now Thursday

On Wednesday, the expansion of the Karnataka Cabinet was delayed again as Rahul Gandhi, occupied with Lok Sabha developments and a press conference on NEET paper leak issues, deferred final approval. The list, largely finalized by AICC president Mallikarjun Kharge and general secretary K.C. Venugopal based on Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar’s recommendations, faced last-minute hurdles over ministerial aspirants' claims. After Tuesday's inconclusive discussions in New Delhi, the decision is now expected Thursday, with a swearing-in ceremony likely late Thursday or Friday at Lok Bhavan's Glass House. Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot will return by Thursday afternoon to oversee the event.