The power tussle within Karnataka Congress has flared up again, with senior leader Shivaram Gowda publicly backing DK. Shivakumar as the next Chief Minister. Gowda claims a leadership change is likely by November, as per a 2.5-year power-sharing deal. Meanwhile, CM Siddaramaiah is maintaining a united front, while Congress minister Zameer Ahmed insists only the high command can decide on leadership - hinting at a possible decision in the next 7-10 days.