In a significant political development in the southern Indian state of Karnataka, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has announced his resignation. His deputy, DK Shivkumar, is widely expected to take over the top post.

Siddaramaiah was scheduled to formally submit his resignation to Governor Thawarchand Gehlot on Thursday afternoon, but the governor is reportedly out of town. A meeting of the Congress Legislative Party will be held soon to elect the new leader.

Meanwhile, Muslims across India celebrated Eid al-Adha, gathering at mosques for morning prayers. The festival marks a major religious occasion.

In weather news, Delhi is expected to get some relief from the prolonged heatwave, with the Indian Meteorological Department forecasting rain over the next three days.

On the diplomatic front, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar discussed Russia's war in Ukraine with his Ukrainian counterpart Andrii Sybiha at the Gymnich Forum in Cyprus.

Source: www.dw.com