By BD Narayankar

Bengaluru, July 13 -- The Congress high command may prefer silence, but in Karnataka, it's the quiet moves that are speaking loudest. DK Shivakumar's recent closed-door meeting with Priyanka Gandhi at Sonia Gandhi's residence has set off a fresh round of political speculation, not just because of who he met, but also because of who didn't meet him.

Sonia Gandhi's choice to avoid Shivakumar, despite hosting the meeting under her roof, wasn't just a scheduling coincidence. In politics, silence often carries intent.

This meeting came amidst reports that both Shivakumar and Chief Minister Siddaramaiah are eager to meet Rahul Gandhi. But Rahul's refusal, or reluctance, to grant them time has only added to the intrigue. If e...