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Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Nov 14 (IANS) Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister G. Parameshwara on Saturday wrote to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Home Minister Amit Shah and Union Minister for Social Justice and Empowerment Virendra Kumar, urging the Centre to take immediate steps to provide Constitutional protection to the state's increased reservation for Scheduled Castes (SCs) and Scheduled Tribes (STs) by including the relevant legislation in the Ninth Schedule of the Constitution. In his letter, Parameshwara sought urgent intervention by the Centre to protect the law enacted by the Karnataka government in 2022 to increase reservation for Scheduled Castes from 15 per cent to 17 per cent and for Scheduled Tribes from three per cent to seven per cent. The legislation received the Governor's assent on January 11, 2023, and came into effect retrospectively from November 1, 2022. The reservation for these communities had remained unchanged for nearly seven decades. According to the 2011 Census, Scheduled Castes constitute 17.15 per cent of Karnataka's population, while Scheduled Tribes account for 6.95 per cent. Taking into consideration their social and educational backwardness, the Justice H.N. Nagamohan Das Commission had recommended an increase in reservation and suggested that the legislation be included in the Ninth Schedule to provide constitutional protection. However, the Karnataka High Court, on October 12, 2026, struck down the provisions relating to the enhanced reservation, saying that the overall reservation would rise to 56 per cent, exceeding the 50 per cent ceiling. The state government has challenged the High Court's order before the Supreme Court. In his letter, Parameshwara cited the example of Tamil Nadu, where the 69 per cent reservation was granted Constitutional protection through the 76th Constitutional Amendment in 1994 by including the relevant legislation in the Ninth Schedule. He urged the Centre to consider a similar measure to protect Karnataka's 56 per cent reservation. The Karnataka government had submitted a proposal to the Centre in this regard on March 23, 2023. The Karnataka Legislative Assembly also adopted a resolution on December 18, 2025, seeking Constitutional protection for the enhanced reservation. Former Chief Minister Siddaramaiah had written to Prime Minister Modi on April 16, 2026, on the issue. However, the Centre had deferred action, citing the pendency of the matter before the courts, the letter said. Parameshwara added that judicial proceedings should not become a reason to indefinitely postpone the objective of social justice. He said both the Union and state governments had a joint responsibility to address Constitutional issues and protect the educational and employment opportunities of disadvantaged communities. He urged the Prime Minister to personally intervene and initiate the process of introducing the necessary Constitutional Amendment Bill in Parliament to bring Karnataka's reservation legislation under the Ninth Schedule. I also called for consultations with the National Commission for Scheduled Castes and the National Commission for Scheduled Tribes to address the constitutional and procedural issues identified by the court. The Union Ministries of Law and Justice, Social Justice and Empowerment, Tribal Affairs and Home Affairs should coordinate and take a time-bound decision, the Deputy Chief Minister said. The letter also called for a wider national-level discussion on the relevance of the existing 50 per cent reservation ceiling in view of the changing social conditions in the country. Stating that social justice transcended political differences, Parameshwara said ensuring equal opportunities in education and employment for communities that had remained deprived of opportunities for centuries was a collective responsibility of the nation. He urged the Centre to respond positively to Karnataka's long-pending demand and take a decision within a stipulated timeframe. The key demands in the letter include placing the legislation providing 17 per cent reservation for SCs and seven per cent for STs in the Ninth Schedule, introducing the required Constitutional Amendment Bill in Parliament, consulting the national commissions concerned, resolving the legal and procedural issues, and undertaking a national-level review of the 50 per cent reservation ceiling. The overall demand is to provide Constitutional protection to Karnataka's enhanced reservation for SCs and STs, totalling 24 per cent, on the lines of the protection extended to Tamil Nadu's 69 per cent reservation.
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WPGT 2026: Jasmine Shekar wins second title of season, holds off Vani and Ridhima at Rambagh
Digital Desk | Jaipur, Nov 14 (IANS) Jasmine Shekar managed to extend her overnight one-shot advantage to two shots and claim her second title of the season in the 14th leg of the Women's Pro Golf Tour (WPGT) 2026 at the Rambagh Golf Club in Jaipur on Saturday. The 21-year-old Jasmine, who hails from Bengaluru, took the lead into the final round, held her nerve to card 1-over 71 and finished ahead of two of the most experienced players in India, Vani Kapoor (72) and Ridhima Dilawari (74). In a week when no player had an under-par total, Jasmine aggregated 5-over with rounds of 74-70-71, while Vani Kapoor (75-70-72) was 7-over for three days and Ridhima (74-71-74) was 9-over at the challenging course. Shweta Mansingh (74-75-71) was fourth at 10-over for three days. Jasmine has been one of the consistent performers on the domestic circuit, more so this year. She had opened her 2026 campaign with a victory in the first leg in Mumbai and had since come close to adding to that tally, finishing runner-up at both DLF Golf & Country Club and Jaypee Wishtown. At Rambagh, she finally converted another opportunity into a title. She became the third player after Ridhima and Vani to win more than once in 2026. The result was particularly satisfying because the challenge came from two players who have enjoyed outstanding seasons. Vani and Ridhima had shared second place going into the final round, and both had the experience and form to put Jasmine under pressure. Vani had also arrived in Jaipur on the back of an impressive runner-up finish at the Hero Women's Indian Open, the best result of her Ladies European Tour career. Jasmine, however, did just enough to give herself a chance and convert it into a fine win. The Rambagh Golf Club course, a par-70 layout, proved a demanding test throughout the week. Scoring was difficult, with players finding it hard to get into red figures. In fact, there was just one under-par round in the entire tournament, a superb four-under 66 by Tvesa Malik. Despite producing the lowest round of the week, Tvesa could finish only tied seventh, underlining the difficulty of the conditions. She was tied seventh with Ananya Datar, a first-round co-leader with amateur Ojaswani Saraswat (74), who was tied fifth alongside Riya Jadon. Jasmine played solid on the final day and was steady. She had two bogeys on the second and fifth, which put her in danger. However, she had a birdie on the Par-3 sixth followed by five straight pars. Another birdie on the 12th was followed by four more pars. She looked set for the win as she stayed ahead of Vani. She could even afford a bogey on the 17th. Vani had two bogeys and no birdies on the front, and on the back nine she had just one birdie, but she also bogeyed the 18th. A birdie on the 18th could have got her into a play-off, but it was not to be, and she lost by two. For Vani, second place was another strong result in a season in which she has remained one of the leading forces on the domestic circuit. The experienced professional has already won twice this year and finished runner-up on three occasions before the Jaipur event. Her recent performance at the Hero Womens Indian Open had further underlined her ability to compete at a higher level. Ridhima, meanwhile, continued to add valuable points to an already impressive season. The Order of Merit leader has been the most consistent player on the tour, with four victories before this event, and her third-place finish keeps her firmly in position to win the Merit honours. Though the result at the Jaipur leg looked close, this week belonged to Jasmine, who never let things get out of hand. The next event, which will be the final one for 2026, will be held at Noida Jaypee Wishtown, which had also hosted the sixth leg, which was won by Ridhima, and Jasmine was second.
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IFL 2026/27: Hannans late strike helps Bengaluru United hold Real Kashmir to thrilling 2-2 draw
Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Nov 14 (IANS) Abdul Hannan scored in the last minute of regulation time as FC Bengaluru United produced a late fightback to hold Real Kashmir FC to a thrilling 2-2 draw in their Indian Football League (IFL) 2026/27 encounter at the Bangalore Football Stadium in Bengaluru on Saturday. Khullakpam Zahir Khan opened the scoring for the Snow Leopards in the 11th minute before Colombian midfielder Maikol Andres Herrera equalised for the hosts in the 21st minute. Defender Shanid Valan, who was adjudged the Man of the Match, restored Real Kashmirs lead with an audacious strike in the 29th minute, only for Under-22 centre-back Abdul Hannan to head home a dramatic 90th-minute equaliser. With this result, FC Bengaluru United moved to four points from three matches, while Real Kashmir registered their second consecutive draw to sit on two points from three outings. Both sides took a little time to settle into their stride, but it was Ishfaq Ahmeds Real Kashmir who drew first blood in the 11th minute. Overloading the flanks in numbers to stretch the Bengaluru backline, the visitors delivered an inviting cross into the box where youngster Khullakpam Zahir Khan rose well to direct a clinical header past FC Bengaluru United goalkeeper Manjunath Hirekurbar. After conceding the early opener, Mohanraj Nallappans hosts, turning out in their all-red kit, slowly began to find their shape as the match moved into the second quarter. A moment of sheer brilliance in the Silicon Valley brought FC Bengaluru United level in the 21st minute when Colombian playmaker Maikol Andres Herrera Casseres unleashed a stunning right-footed curling strike from distance that sailed over Real Kashmir custodian Susnata Malik and into the back of the net. The equaliser sparked an open, end-to-end phase of play as both teams looked to penetrate the opposition defence whenever they gained possession, testing both goalkeepers on multiple occasions. Real Kashmir reclaimed the lead in the 29th minute through another moment of magic, as defender Shanid Valan met a cross inside the box and produced a stunning left-footed back-heel volley to put the Snow Leopards 2-1 ahead. FC Bengaluru United, led up front by Russian captain Marat Tareck and supported in midfield by Ribhav Sardesai, Ngangbam Naocha Singh, Gautam A Virwani, Chunsaba Bariam, and Lalramdinsanga 'Ramdina' Ralte, continued to hunt for a second equaliser. The hosts came agonisingly close in the 38th minute when Susnata Malik and the last man of the Real Kashmir defencemarshalled by Cameroonian Alain Eyenga, Oinam Sanatomba Singh, and Amzard Khanwere comprehensively beaten, only for the crossbar to come to the visitors' rescue. End-to-end action continued through the third quarter of the opening period as Trinidad and Tobago striker Marcus Leric Jr Joseph came close to extending Real Kashmirs advantage on a couple of occasions, but failed to apply the finishing touch from inside the box as an action-packed first half ended 2-1 in favour of the visitors. Real Kashmir made a change at the interval, introducing Burkina Faso midfielder Eric Traore in place of skipper Marcus Joseph, while FC Bengaluru United brought on Daniel and forward Akshunna Tyagi for Colombian defender Brayan Alexander Cundumi Lastre and Ribhav Sardesai in the 50th minute. Both teams tried their luck with long-range efforts during the opening 10 minutes of the restart without seriously troubling either goalkeeper. Even after Eric Traore was shown a card in the 58th minute, Real Kashmir looked solid at the back and continued to dictate terms as the game crossed the hour mark. Moments later, FC Bengaluru United goalkeeper Manjunath Hirekurbar was caught off guard by a fierce long-range strike from the visitors, but the woodwork came to his aid as the effort rattled the crossbar. Ishfaq Ahmed refreshed his side in the 69th minute with a double substitution, bringing on Joseph Lalvenhima and Adersh Mattummal for Zahir Khan and Lalawmpuia Sailo (Omoma). The Snow Leopards continued to dominate the second half and carved out a golden opportunity to seal the game when Lesotho forward Thabiso Nelson Brown found himself in space at point-blank range, only to miss the best chance of the match as the scoreline remained unchanged. While Real Kashmir retained possession and controlled the tempo heading into the final quarter, FC Bengaluru United threw on Vinil Poojary for skipper Marat Tareck in the 81st minute before Maikol Herrera picked up a booking in the 84th minute. Real Kashmir also brought on H Lalrempuia for goalscorer Shanid Valan in the 87th minute to see out the game. However, out of the blue and completely against the run of play, FC Bengaluru United broke through in the 90th minute. Earning a set-piece in a promising position, Lalramdinsanga 'Ramdina' Ralte whipped in an inviting free-kick and defender Abdul Hannan rose highest above three Real Kashmir defenders around him to power a precise header past a helpless Susnata Malik. More drama followed during the six minutes of stoppage time added at the end of regulation play, which also saw late bookings for Abdul Hannan and Real Kashmir midfielder Mohit Mittal in the 90+6th minute. In the final minute of added time, Manjunath Hirekurbar produced his best save of the evening to preserve a point for the hosts, denying Thabiso Brown once again from point-blank range despite Real Kashmir having two more men unmarked inside the penalty box. In the end, the one-goal cushion proved insufficient for the Snow Leopards, who were left to rue their missed opportunities as FC Bengaluru United held on for a hard-earned share of the spoils.
India must build indigenous semiconductor manufacturing equipment ecosystem: Ashwini Vaishnaw
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Jarkiholi says no decision yet on Karnataka Cabinet reshuffle
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Had no money with me: DKS asks Modi to buy his metro ticket
Bengaluru: Karnataka Chief Minister D K Shivakumar on Saturday, November 14, offered a humorous account of Prime Minister Narendra Modi buying his Metro ticket by swiping his own smart card, saying he had no money with him when they travelled on the newly inaugurated Pink Line Metro. I did not have money with me. So Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
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PM Modi swiped Metro card for me as I had no money, says Shivakumar
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Harshal Patel Likely To Move To GT From SRH Via Trade Deal Ahead Of IPL 2027 Retention Deadline
Indians Praful Hinge: India fast bowler Harshal Patel is likely to move to Gujarat Titans (GT) from Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) through a trade deal ahead of the 2027 IPL retention deadline on November 17. According to a report by Cricinfo on Saturday, the two franchises have settled on a cash-only deal worth Rs 4 crore, with the amount to be taken off GTs auction purse. That amount is only half of the Rs 8 crore SRH spent on him at the 2025 IPL mega auction. For GT, the interest is hardly sudden. They chased him in 2024 and dropped out at Rs 10.5 crore, with Punjab Kings finally securing him for Rs 11.75 crore. GT returned to the bidding for Patel in the 2025 auction as well, but stepped aside when the price reached Rs 6.5 crore. The move would also bring Patel back to the state where his roots lie. The right-arm pacer hails from Ahmedabad and moved back to represent Gujarat in domestic cricket from the 2025/26 season. At GT, who won the IPL in 2022, Patel will join Kagiso Rabada, Mohammed Siraj, Prasidh Krishna, Jason Holder and Ashok Sharma in the seam-bowling department. In IPL 2025, Patel picked up 16 wickets in 13 games, but in the last season he played just five times and did not take a wicket, while conceding 10.82 an over. The team leaned on uncapped Indians Praful Hinge and Sakib Hussain instead to lead their fast-bowling charge. Patel, who played 25 T20Is for India and picked 29 scalps, has two IPL Purple Caps against his name - from 2021 with Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), where he picked 32 wickets, and 2024 with Punjab Kings (PBKS), where he took 24 wickets. GT would be his fifth franchise after being with RCB, SRH, PBKS and Delhi Capitals (DC) since his IPL debut in 2012. In IPL, Harshal has played 124 matches and picked 151 wickets, with an average of 24.68, economy rate of 8.92 and best individual figures of 5-27. Previously, SRH, the IPL 2016 winners, brought in left-arm pacer T Natarajan from DC and then got Khaleel Ahmed and Nathan Ellis from Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in a four-player exchange. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
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Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Nov 14 (IANS) Amid discussions over former minister and senior Congress leader H.C. Mahadevappa potentially quitting the Congress following his alleged sidelining in the party after D.K. Shivakumar took over as Karnataka Chief Minister, his son and Congress MP Sunil Bose has asserted on Saturday that the party has neither cheated nor done any injustice to their family. Mahadevappa, a prominent frontline Congress leader from the Dalit community and a close associate of former Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, has been at the centre of political discussions over his alleged marginalisation following the change of guard in Karnataka. Speaking at Mysuru on the speculation surrounding his father's political future, Sunil Bose said the Congress party had treated Mahadevappa with respect and honour and had given him an opportunity to serve as a minister. The Congress party has not cheated us or done any injustice to our family. The party made my father a minister and has treated him with honour. As far as my father is concerned, the party has given him due respect, he said. He further made it clear that his family would continue to remain with the Congress and contest elections under the party's banner in the future. We will remain in the Congress party, and even in the future, we will contest elections only from the Congress, he said. However, Sunil Bose also indicated that some leaders who were contemplating switching parties might take such a decision in 2027. Those leaders who are thinking of changing parties might do so in 2027, he said. It can also be noted that during the leadership tussle in the Congress, Mahadevappa had openly backed Siddaramaiah's continuation as Chief Minister. He had also maintained that if there was a change of leadership, a Dalit leader should be considered for the Chief Minister's post. However, Mahadevappa's exclusion from the Cabinet following Shivakumar's elevation as Chief Minister has fuelled speculation about his growing dissatisfaction with the party leadership. There have also been rumours that Siddaramaiah did not strongly push for Mahadevappa's inclusion in the Cabinet and instead focused on securing a prominent ministerial position for his son, Yathindra Siddaramaiah. Speculation has also emerged that political considerations in the same region could have contributed to the alleged differences between the leaders. Against this backdrop, Minister Yathindra Siddaramaiah and senior Minister K.H. Muniyappa recently visited Mahadevappa at his residence and held discussions with him, triggering further political speculation. Sunil Bose's statement comes amid growing discussions over Mahadevappa's political future and whether the senior Dalit leader would continue with the Congress or explore other political options. The debate arose after Mahadevappa initially working with Dalit organisations planning a convention at Maharajas College grounds and the state government led in Mysuru under former Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and his minister-son Yathindra Siddaramaiah both planned major November 26 gatherings. Mahadevappa dismissed the idea that there is a prestige issue or conflict between the government and independent organisations, stating that both share the same objective of spreading constitutional values. He noted he would gladly attend any number of programmes. He has also welcomed the Karnataka government's plan to hold large-scale Constitution Day (Samvidhan Diwas) celebrations on November 26, 2026, in Mysuru, while also defending the right of independent social and Dalit organisations to hold their own parallel events.
IGPL 2026: Goa Eagles GC soar to X Golf title at Boulder Hills, Hyderabad
Digital Desk | Hyderabad, Nov 14 (IANS) Goa Eagles GC produced a composed performance under pressure to win the exciting X-Golf competition at Boulder Hills in Hyderabad, a day after Gaganjeet Bhullar won the Phoenix Invitational IGPL Hyderabad, which concluded at the Vooty Golf Club about 60 km away from Hyderabad. Auro Realty Goa Eagles GC overcame three rounds of elimination and a challenging final to emerge champions. Goa Eagles GC were represented by Kanav Chauhan, IL Aalaap and Saarthak Chhibber, who showed steely nerves and great skill. The competition featured ten teams, with nine divided into three groups of three. Hyderabad Firebirds, who had topped the teams contest in the three-day tournament, were seeded straight into the semi-final stage. The opening Par 4 round began with each team having a 30-second bonus, barring Gurugram, whose Joshua Grenville Wood went out of bounds, and their team got no bonus. Aryan of RVR Delhi Blue Bulls GC claimed the long-drive honours with an impressive 327-metre drive. With three teams in each group for Par-4, Vimtra Chennai Lions GC and Flyingman Kolkata Tigers GC progressed as Gurugram was eliminated, while Atri Mumbai Garudas GC were knocked out in Group B as Udayan Mane could not find the ball and lost time, and Golfkonnekt Bengaluru Stallions GC and Auro Realty Goa GC moved up. From Group C, Green Fuels Vizag Dolphins GC went out as Krishna Punjab Raptors and RVR Delhi moved ahead. Bengaluru Stallions had the fastest time, with 30 seconds from the long drive bonus being taken off their 35 seconds. In the Par 3 eliminator, the six teams went up one-on-one. Vimtra Chennai got past Kolkata and RVR Delhi beat Bengaluru Stallions, while Auro Realty edged out Punjab Raptors by two seconds. Phoenix Hyderabad Firebirds GC joined Vimtra Chennai Lions GC, RVR Delhi and Auro Realty in the semi-finals, which were played over a Par-2 with the first shot being hit through a Ring of Fire lit by the IGPL CEO, Uttam Singh Mundy. RVR Delhi, who completed in 42 seconds, were first to be eliminated, and that left the others to compete for the podium prizes. Auro Realty Goa Eagles GC delivered the standout performance, completing the challenge in 20 seconds and brought their time down to 10 seconds with help of a 10-second bonus, as Chennai Lions finished at 36 seconds after a penalty, while Phoenix Hyderabad Firebirds GC recorded 39 seconds, including a 10-second penalty. In the Par-2 final, Kanav Chauhan took charge of the tee shot, while IL Aalaap holed out a long putt and then jumped in the air to celebrate the win with Saarthak, who was waiting in case Aalaap missed the putt. In the Par-2 final, Kanav Chauhan took charge of the tee shot, while IL Aalaap holed out a long putt and then jumped in the air to celebrate the win with Saarthak, who was waiting in case Aalap missed the putt. Blending long hitting, speed, short-game precision, and teamwork, the format added a dynamic edge to the competition where every second and penalty proved costly. Navigating these high-stakes stages with remarkable consistency, Auro Realty Goa Eagles surged to the top of the leaderboard as worthy winners, with Vimtra Chennai Lions and Hyderabad Firebirds finishing close behind while RVR Delhis campaign ended in elimination.
Bengaluru toddler dies after falling into hot chemical bucket at copper factory
The child was playing with his eight-year-old sister when he accidentally fell into a bucket filled with hot chemicals inside the factory premises, located next to their house.
Karnataka ED attaches Rs 1.22 crore properties linked to KPSC recruitment scam
Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Nov 14 (IANS) The Enforcement Directorate (ED) attached movable and immovable properties worth Rs 1.22 crore belonging to three top former officials of the Karnataka Public Service Commission (KPSC) in a case related to irregularities in the recruitment exam for the post of veterinary officer, an official said on Saturday. The ED's Bengaluru Zonal Office attached the properties under the provisions of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), 2002, in the case of KPSC recruitment scam. The Provisional Attachment Order (PAO) dated November 13 was issued under Section 5(1) of the PMLA, 2002. The provisionally attached assets comprise immovable properties and movable properties belonging to Shivashankarappa Sahukar, the then Chairman of Karnataka Public Service Commission (KPSC); Geetha B.V. Shivamurthy, KPSC member; and Gyanendra Kumar Gangwar, IAS officer and the then Controller of Examinations (CoE) of KPSC, the ED said. Earlier, the ED conducted searches under Section 17 of the PMLA, 2002, at multiple premises, including the KPSC office, and arrested Basavaraj Kannale on September 17, Gangwar on September 18, and Shivashankarappa Sahukar and Geetha B.V. Shivamurthy on October 6, under Section 19 of the PMLA, 2002, the statement said. The investigation by the central probe agency was initiated on the basis of multiple FIRs registered by the Vidhana Soudha Police Station in Bengaluru for offences under Sections 318(3), 318(4), 336(2), 336(3) and 340(2) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, relating to the irregularities in the recruitment exam for the Veterinary Officer post in the Department of Animal Husbandry and Fisheries, the ED added. Investigation has revealed that the then Chairman, a Member and the then CoE of the KPSC, in conspiracy with Basavaraj Kannale and others, abused their official positions and induced candidates to pay illegal gratification in exchange for assured selection, the ED said. The irregularities included leakage of question papers with the correct answers marked; leakage of candidate-specific correct answer keys and misuse of confidential marks at the stage of the 1:3 eligibility list, the ED added. Investigation revealed that Gyanendra Kumar Gangwar, the then CoE, leaked the question papers, with the correct answers, to his close aide Basavaraj Kannale on January 7, 2026, the ED said. Basavaraj Kannale circulated them among 10 candidates at villas on the outskirts of Bengaluru on January 8, a day before the examination, and demanded illegal gratification ranging from Rs 20 lakh to Rs 40 lakh, of which a part amount was received as advance, and the remaining amount secured through blank signed cheques and promissory notes, from the candidates, the central probe agency added. The OMR answer sheets of these candidates matched the initial answer key published by the KPSC, including answers later found to be incorrect in the revised answer key, the ED said. The illegal gratification so derived was collected in cash and also through the bank accounts of Om Lakshmi Souharda Sahakari Sangha Niyamita, Bhalki (Bidar), and other third parties, and were disguised through entries in bogus savings accounts, the ED said. Out of the proceeds of crime, gold and diamond jewellery worth Rs 52.30 lakh was purchased in the name of a third person for the benefit of Gangwar, with payments routed through third parties' accounts, the ED added. The air travel expenses of Gangwar, his family members and friends, amounting to Rs 13.31 lakh, were also met by Basavaraj Kannale through third-party accounts, the ED said.
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'Compete in politics, cooperate in development': Karnataka CM Shivakumar on bonhomie with PM Modi
Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Nov 14 (IANS) Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar's chemistry with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, marked by lighter moments and cordial interactions during the inauguration of the Pink Line Metro and other programmes in Bengaluru on Friday, has triggered a debate in political circles. Responding to the discussions surrounding his interaction with the Prime Minister, Chief Minister Shivakumar said people were free to interpret the moments as they wished, asserting that he had fulfilled his responsibility as a representative of the people by taking up Karnataka's demands with the Centre. Addressing media in Bengaluru on Saturday, Chief Minister Shivakumar said, Let anyone surmise anything. I have done my duty as a representative of the people. As a servant of all of you, I have done what is required. Chief Minister Shivakumar made it clear that while political parties could continue their political rivalry, they should work together with the Centre on issues concerning development. I have stated openly that in politics, we will compete, and in development, we will cooperate, he said. Explaining the issues he discussed with PM Modi, the Chief Minister said he had sought the Centre's intervention in securing the necessary clearances for the Mekedatu project. Chief Minister Shivakumar said the Supreme Court had approved the project and all political parties in Karnataka had expressed consensus on taking an all-party delegation to New Delhi. We need clearances on forest-related concerns and other issues. We also need environmental clearance, and I have requested the Prime Minister in this regard, he said. Chief Minister Shivakumar said he had also proposed the rejection of the Kasturirangan report and urged the Centre to constitute a technical committee to address issues concerning the Metro project. The CM said he had sought an equal share in the Metro project and requested that pending matters be cleared expeditiously to help Bengaluru achieve its target of 500 km of Metro lines. On the proposed double-decker flyovers, Chief Minister Shivakumar said he and Bengaluru Development Minister Krishna Byre Gowda had explained the city's infrastructure requirements to PM Modi during a private interaction. I did not raise this issue in my speech. Both of us explained to the Prime Minister what Bengaluru requires, he said. Pointing out that Bengaluru has only around eight per cent road infrastructure as compared to 18 to 20 per cent in other places, Chief Minister Shivakumar said land acquisition had become difficult as compensation was around Rs 50,000 per square foot. He added that the state was willing to share the cost of constructing double-decker flyovers and had conveyed this to the Prime Minister. He also reiterated that he would lead an all-party delegation to New Delhi to press for Karnataka's demands. Asked about allegations of phone tapping, Chief Minister Shivakumar said he would obtain the complete report before commenting on the matter. On the issue of electricity bills of the Suvarna Vidhana Soudha in Belagavi remaining unpaid ahead of the winter session, he said the increase in power bills was not limited to the government building. What are you saying? Not only Suvarna Vidhana Soudha, the electricity bills for free power supplied to farmers have increased from Rs 20,000 crore to Rs 30,000 crore. Due to the drought, everyone is drawing more power, he said. He added that farmers were using electricity to fill their tanks, leading to increased consumption and higher bills, and said the government would take steps to rectify the situation.
Underworld don Ravi Pujari to be brought to Udupi from Bengaluru jail for mother's last rites
Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Nov 14 (IANS) Underworld don Ravi Pujari is to be brought from Bengaluru prison to his native place in Udupi district on Saturday to attend the final rites of his mother, Susheela Pujarthi, who died at her residence in Nergi on Wednesday night. Pujari is travelling to Udupi under tight police security, with the final rites scheduled to be held at Malpe. The Bengaluru City Armed Reserve (CAR) Police have been entrusted with escorting him from Bengaluru to Udupi and back after the funeral proceedings. The local police will also provide security during his stay. The court has directed the police to take Pujari back to Bengaluru immediately after the completion of the final rites. The entire expenditure towards the police escort arrangements will be borne by Pujari. Udupi Superintendent of Police Hariram Shankar had said that the court had granted permission to Pujari to attend his mother's funeral. The Bengaluru prison authorities are handling the security arrangements in coordination with the Udupi police. As part of the security measures, local police personnel have already visited his residence in Udupi and assessed the arrangements required to ensure his safety and security. Police have also made necessary arrangements for his movement and participation in the funeral. Pujari, 50, has his roots in a small village near the coastal town of Malpe in Udupi district. His father, Surya Pujari, who worked in a shipping firm, died five years ago. His mother and sisters are currently based in New Delhi. Though born in Karnataka, Pujari mostly grew up in Mumbai, where he entered the underworld in the early 1990s with a murder in Andheri. He was initially a trusted associate of underworld don Chhota Rajan but later established his own criminal network. Pujari reportedly projected himself as a Hindu don and frequently used communal rhetoric in his threat calls. However, his alleged extortion targets included businessmen from both communities. He was arrested in connection with several extortion cases, including a 2018 case involving Bollywood choreographer Remo D'Souza and his wife, Lizelle D'Souza. He was deported from Senegal in 2020 and has remained in custody since then.
'At Peace, Satisfied': Man Who Killed Wife, 6 In-Laws In Bengaluru
During questioning, Indushekar reportedly told the police that his wife's family had always supported her and treated him with disrespect. He also claimed that his wife frequently scolded him and that he had been subjected to humiliation within the family.
Women must get adequate representation in Parliament, legislatures: Karnataka CM D.K. Shivakumar
Government to extend full support to Commonwealth Women Parliamentarians India region conference in Bengaluru
Women must get adequate representation in Parliament, legislatures: CM
Government to extend full support to Commonwealth Women Parliamentarians India region conference in Bengaluru
Hitting back, Shivakumar said, It is my state, my right, maintaining that Karnataka was entitled to construct the dam while protecting Tamil Nadu's allocated share of Cauvery water. He also urged the Centre to expedite the necessary clearances, arguing that the project would benefit Bengaluru
Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Nov 14 (IANS) The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has filed an 8,400-page chargesheet before a special court here in connection with the Karnataka Public Service Commission (KPSC) recruitment scam, naming four accused, including its former Chairman Shivashankarappa Sahukar and jailed IAS officer Gyanendra Kumar Gangwar, officials said on Saturday. The charge sheet has been filed after an investigation into the alleged irregularities in the KPSC recruitment process and the suspected exchange of bribe money in connection with the selection of candidates. According to the details submitted before the court, the ED has recorded statements of more than 50 witnesses in connection with the case. The statements include those of candidates, their parents and other persons linked to the alleged irregularities. The agency has also relied on CCTV footage and confession statements of candidates as part of the evidence gathered during the investigation. These materials have been included in the charge sheet to substantiate the allegations against the accused. The ED has further detailed the collection of records relating to financial transactions allegedly involving bribe money. The investigation has focused on tracing the movement of money and gathering documentary evidence to establish the suspected financial dealings linked to the recruitment scam. The filing of the extensive charge sheet marks a significant development in the investigation, with the agency placing the evidence gathered against the four accused before the special court. The case relates to alleged irregularities in the KPSC recruitment process, which came under the scanner following allegations of corruption and manipulation in the selection of candidates. The KPSC scam centres around large-scale corruption, question paper leaks, and OMR answer sheet tampering in the January 2026 examination for 400 Veterinary Officer posts by the Karnataka Public Service Commission. Confidential exam papers and answer keys (around 80 questions) were allegedly leaked by high-ranking officials and middlemen. Selected candidates were taken to private resorts or gated communities a day prior to memorise the answers. Candidates were reportedly charged between Rs 20 lakh and Rs 80 lakh, and up to Rs 1 crore in total flows for leaked answer keys, confidential 1:3 merit list manipulations, and assured selections. Former KPSC Chairman was intensely grilled by the Special Investigation Team (SIT) and Enforcement Directorate (ED). Gangwar, a 2016-batch IAS officer and former Controller of Examinations (CoE) at KPSC, was arrested, and the nod for his prosecution was given by the state government. Other accused are former KPSC member and non-practising advocate B.V. Geetha, implicated in financial transfers and property/rent dealings and recently granted bail by a special court, Basavaraj Kannale and alleged middlemen who were key operators, collecting cash, blank signed cheques, and promissory notes from aspirants. Recently, Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar has ordered election-style security and strict anti-malpractice protocols for the KPSC's Gazetted Probationers (KAS) preliminary examination to be held on November 15.
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Mekedatu project will proceed, Karnataka will protect Tamil Nadu's water share: D K Shivakumar
Karnataka Chief Minister D K Shivakumar affirmed the commitment to the Mekedatu balancing reservoir project across the Cauvery River. The project aims to support Bengaluru's drinking water needs and address water scarcity concerns. While Tamil Nadu opposes the project, Shivakumar emphasized the necessity of cooperation between the two states. He also discussed securing necessary clearances and proposed meetings to clarify its benefits to Tamil Nadu.
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Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Nov 14 (IANS) Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar on Saturday hit back at Tamil Nadu Congress President Manickam Tagore for criticising him over the Mekedatu project, asserting that Karnataka has every right to build the proposed dam and that he was least bothered by political condemnation. He also extended an invitation to leaders from Tamil Nadu to visit Karnataka to understand how the project would benefit them. Congress MP Manickam Tagore has triggered an intra-party controversy by opposing the proposed Mekedatu balancing reservoir project across the Cauvery river and criticising Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar. The Congress government in Karnataka has projected the Mekedatu project as one of its flagship initiatives. Tamil Nadu Congress Committee (TNCC) President Manickam Tagore strongly condemned Chief Minister Shivakumar's remarks on the proposed Mekedatu dam project, describing the construction as not only illegal but also a serious threat to the interests of farmers in Tamil Nadu. Responding to questions from the media in Bengaluru, Chief Minister Shivakumar said Tamil Nadu leaders should understand the benefits of the project and invited a delegation from the neighbouring state to visit Karnataka to understand how it would benefit them. Let anyone condemn me. I am least bothered. It is my state and my right. They should also understand this. Let them come with a delegation. I will show them and explain how the project will help them, he said. The Chief Minister said the issue was being viewed through a political lens in Tamil Nadu, where different parties were criticising Karnataka for political reasons. I don't mind it. It is a matter of politics there. If the Congress does not condemn, the DMK will condemn. If the DMK does not condemn, the AIADMK will condemn. At the end of the day, everyone condemns, he said. Questioning the opposition to the project, Chief Minister Shivakumar said all states must respect the law of the country and abide by the Supreme Court's directions on sharing Cauvery water. Why are they not accepting the law of this country? Everyone has to accept the law. The law is the same for everyone in this country, he said. He maintained that Karnataka would protect Tamil Nadu's legitimate share of Cauvery water, while asserting that the state also had the right to construct the Mekedatu balancing reservoir. The Supreme Court has stated that about 170 TMC of water is Tamil Nadu's right, and we will protect their right. It is our duty. It is also our right to build the dam and give them water, Chief Minister Shivakumar said. He added that Tamil Nadu leaders were aware of the facts concerning the project and said the matter could be discussed in detail at a later stage. The Mekedatu Balancing Reservoir and Drinking Water Project is a proposed multi-purpose project by the Government of Karnataka across the Cauvery River to be built near Mekedatu (meaning 'Goat's Leap') in Ramanagara district, Karnataka, at the confluence of the Cauvery and Arkavathi rivers, roughly 90100 km from Bengaluru and close to the Tamil Nadu border. The proposed Mekedatu balancing reservoir project aims to provide 4.75 TMC of drinking water annually to the Bengaluru Metropolitan Region and surrounding areas, besides generating around 400 MW of hydroelectric power. It is also envisaged as a balancing reservoir to regulate surplus monsoon flows and help ensure the release of Tamil Nadu's allocated share of 177.25 TMC of Cauvery water, including during distress years. Karnataka maintains that the project is entirely within its territory and will neither violate the Supreme Court's water-sharing orders nor affect Tamil Nadu's allocated share, while arguing that it is essential to meet Bengaluru's growing drinking water requirements. However, Tamil Nadu has strongly opposed the project through legislative resolutions and legal challenges, arguing that an upstream reservoir would give Karnataka control over river flows and could affect irrigation in the Cauvery delta. It has also contended that prior consent from riparian states and statutory authorities is necessary. The project also faces environmental concerns as it involves the submergence of more than 5,000 hectares of land within the Cauvery Wildlife Sanctuary.
IAF helicopter in PM Modi's convoy develops technical snag, remains grounded in Mysuru
Digital Desk | Mysuru (Karnataka), Nov 14 (IANS) An Indian Air Force (IAF) helicopter that was part of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's convoy during his visit to Mysuru developed a technical snag and remained parked at the Jayachamaraja Wadiyar helipad near Lalit Mahal on Saturday. Prime Minister Modi had arrived in Mysuru at around 3.20 p.m. on Friday for the inauguration of the COSMOS-Mysuru Planetarium. Three helicopters had arrived as part of the Prime Minister's convoy for the Mysuru visit and landed at the Jayachamaraja Wadiyar helipad. However, while the convoy was preparing to leave after the Prime Minister's programme, one of the helicopters reportedly developed a technical problem and could not take off. Prime Minister Modi and other members of the convoy subsequently continued their onward journey in one of the other two helicopters. The helicopter that developed the snag remained at the helipad. Technical personnel have already arrived at the site and are carrying out repair work on the helicopter. Efforts are underway to rectify the technical problem and make the aircraft fit for further operations. Meanwhile, the Mysuru local police have cordoned off the area around the helipad and are providing security to the grounded helicopter. Staff members of the Mysuru City Corporation have also been deployed at the location as part of the arrangements. The helicopter continued to remain parked at the Jayachamaraja Wadiyar helipad near Lalit Mahal till the time of filing this report. The development has drawn attention considering the sensitive security arrangements associated with the movement of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the presence of an IAF helicopter that was part of his convoy. However, no official statement had been issued by the concerned authorities regarding the exact nature of the technical snag or when the helicopter would resume its journey. Further details were awaited. Prime Minister Modi visited Karnataka on Friday, November 13 launching and inaugurating infrastructure and development projects worth over Rs 15,600 crore across Bengaluru and Mysuru On Friday morning, PM Modi participated in Golden Jubilee Celebrations of Prashanti Kutiram, the residential headquarters campus of Swami Vivekananda Yoga Anusandhana Samsthana (S-VYASA). In the afternoon, the Prime Minister flagged off and undertook a metro ride from Tavarekere to IIM Bangalore metro station. After this, PM Modi laid the foundation stone, inaugurated and dedicated to the nation various development projects in Bengaluru. On the same day, the Prime Minister travelled to Mysuru, where he inaugurated the COSMOS-Mysuru Planetarium. He later travelled to Gujarat to offer prayers and perform puja at the Ambaji Temple in Banaskantha district. The Ambaji Temple is one of the 51 revered Shakti Peethas.
Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Nov 14 (IANS) The Namma Metro Pink Line, inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, was thrown open to the public on Saturday, with Bengaluru Development Minister Krishna Byre Gowda personally welcoming the first commuters with pink roses and travelling with them on the inaugural public service. Metro services on the Kalena Agrahara-SG Palya stretch commenced sharply at 6 a.m., drawing enthusiastic response from residents who had eagerly awaited the start of operations for more than three years. The opening of the Pink Line brought much-needed relief to commuters in the Bannerghatta Road region, one of Bengaluru's worst traffic-affected corridors. The stretch is home to hundreds of technology companies and witnesses heavy traffic congestion, particularly during the morning and evening peak hours. Adding to the celebratory atmosphere, several commuters turned up wearing pink attire to mark the launch of the Pink Line services. Namma Metro staff members also wore pink uniforms, while commuters arriving at the stations were greeted with pink roses. Byre Gowda arrived at Kalena Agrahara Metro Station early in the morning and welcomed passengers at the entrance by personally handing them roses. Commuters were thrilled to see the minister greeting them, and many took photographs and selfies with him. He travelled with commuters from Kalena Agrahara Metro Station to SG Palya, interacting with passengers and sharing in their excitement over the commencement of the long-awaited service. For many local residents, the Metro has significantly reduced travel time. Commuters said that travelling between Metro stations on the congested roads earlier took between 20 and 30 minutes, while the journey by Metro now takes only around nine to 10 minutes. Interacting with the media, Byre Gowda said: On the dot at 6 a.m., the Pink Line services have commenced. I also travelled from the last station, Kalena Agrahara, to SG Palya station with the people. The people of the Kalena Agrahara area showed enthusiasm to travel in the Metro, and along with them, I too travelled. He said the happiness of commuters was a source of satisfaction for the government. After seeing people's happiness, it is our happiness. Those residing in that area narrated how they had awaited the starting of the Metro for three to four years. Their joy after seeing the inauguration today has filled my heart. If people are happy, we feel satisfied, he said. Taking to social media, the Minister said he took the first ride on the Pink Line and was present with Metro officials to ensure that the first train service commenced smoothly. Took the first ride on Pink Line of Namma Metro. First train started at sharp 6 a.m. It was flawless and smooth. I was there with Metro officials to ensure the first train service is smooth, he stated. He said it was a privilege and pleasure to welcome each of the first riders with a pink rose and share in the excitement of local residents. It was great joy to share in the happiness and excitement of locals who took the first ride. The first group was an enthusiastic ladies gang all in pink taking their ride amongst other passengers, he said. Byre Gowda also shared photographs of the celebrations and his interaction with commuters on social media. Looking ahead, the minister said efforts would continue to extend the Pink Line further. Of course, we will keep up our efforts to operationalise Pink Line up to MG Road and then Nagawara, he said. For residents of the Bannerghatta Road and Kalena Agrahara areas, Saturday morning marked the end of a long wait, with the new Metro service expected to ease road congestion and make daily travel faster and more convenient. The Namma Metro Pink Line operates on its newly opened 7.5 km elevated stretch between Kalena Agrahara and Suddagunte Palya (Tavarekere). The operational timings for the Pink Line have been structured to cater to commuters throughout the week. On Mondays, the first train will depart Kalena Agrahara at 4.55 a.m. and Suddagunte Palya/Tavarekere at 5 a.m. From Tuesday to Saturday, services will begin at 6 a.m. from both terminal stations, while on Sundays, the first trains will start at 7 a.m. The last train will depart Kalena Agrahara at 10.50 p.m. and Suddagunte Palya/Tavarekere at 10.54 p.m. During peak hours from Monday to Saturday, trains will operate at an interval of eight minutes, while the frequency during off-peak hours will be every 10 minutes. Services on Saturdays and Sundays will run at a frequency of 10 minutes. The operational elevated stretch covers six stations Kalena Agrahara, Hulimavu, IIM Bangalore, JP Nagar 4th Phase, Jayadeva Hospital, and Suddagunte Palya/Tavarekere. Jayadeva Hospital station will provide an interchange facility with the Yellow Line.
Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], November 14: Millworks Technologies Limited (BSE SME: 544826) has announced its unaudited financial results for the half-year ended 30 September 2026, its first reporting period as a
Traders Flag 50% Hike In Airfares Amid Wedding Season, Seek Centre's Help
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Karnataka minister questions BJP
Bengaluru: Karnataka Minister Santosh Lad on Friday, November 14, accused the Centre of serious irregularities in the petrol-ethanol blending policy and questioned the BJPs silence over the issue. He alleged that the ethanol blending programme had turned into a major scam and demanded answers on the quantity, pricing and beneficiaries of the policy. Speaking to Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Amrita Rao's Sister Preetika Gets Married In Bengaluru, Sri Sri Ravi Shankar Attends. See Pics
The wedding was held at the Art of Living ashram in Bengaluru and was attended by the couple's family members and close friends
CTI flags 50 pc rise in airfares ahead of Chhath Puja, wedding season; seeks fare cap
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Nov 14 (IANS) The Chamber of Trade and Industry (CTI) has written to Union Civil Aviation Minister, Ram Mohan Naidu Kinjarapu, urging the government to take immediate steps to regulate rising airfares and put a stop to what it described as arbitrary pricing by airlines. The trade body has demanded that the government introduce an upper cap on airfares, alleging that ticket prices have surged by nearly 50 per cent in the last 15 days, making air travel increasingly unaffordable for the common people during the Chhath festival and the upcoming wedding season. CTI Chairman Brijesh Goyal said that the sharp increase in airfares was affecting not only businesspeople but also middle-class families and ordinary passengers who were planning to travel during the festive and wedding seasons. Goyal said the wedding season is scheduled to begin on November 20, while the Chhath festival is already underway. Millions of people want to travel to their hometowns to celebrate the festival and attend weddings, but the steep rise in ticket prices is forcing many to reconsider their travel plans. According to a survey conducted by the CTI, airfares on several routes from Delhi have nearly doubled compared to their levels a few days ago. The current fares include Rs 18,000 for Delhi-Patna, Rs 20,000 for Delhi-Darbhanga, Rs 15,000 for Delhi-Mumbai, Rs 16,000-Rs 18,000 for Delhi-Bengaluru, Rs 11,000 for Delhi-Ahmedabad and Rs 11,000-Rs 15,000 for Delhi-Hyderabad. Goyal said these routes had much lower fares just a few days ago, adding that the sudden increase was putting an additional financial burden on passengers, particularly those travelling with families. The CTI has put forward five demands to the Civil Aviation Ministry to address the issue. First, it has sought immediate government intervention to regulate airfares and prevent airlines from charging excessively during festivals and the wedding season. Second, it has demanded an upper fare cap on every route to ensure that no airline charges passengers beyond a prescribed maximum limit. Third, the organisation has called for a transparent fare-fixing mechanism based on distance and kilometres travelled. It said ticket prices should reflect the distance covered, as flights operating over 500 km and 1,500 km cannot be charged at similar rates. Fourth, the CTI has urged the government to increase flight frequency on high-demand routes, particularly Delhi-Patna, Delhi-Darbhanga, Delhi-Mumbai and Delhi-Bengaluru. Lastly, it has called for the introduction of two to three new airlines in the country to promote competition in the aviation sector and provide passengers with more affordable travel options.
PM launches new metro in Bluru; unveils projects worth Rs 15.6 cr for Karnataka
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated welfare, renewable energy and petroleum infrastructure projects worth over Rs 15,600 crore across Karnataka. He also inaugurated the Bengaluru Metro Pink Line stretch between Kalena Agrahara and Tavarekere, built at a cost of around Rs 3,470 crore
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After Covid closed jewellery biz, Bengaluru woman builds Rs 20-lakh bindi brand
Meghna Khanna, an entrepreneur, closed her handcrafted jewelry business, Levitate, due to the Covid-19 pandemic. After a conversation about bindis, she launched The Bindi Project in December 2022. The brand creates handcrafted, reusable bindis, and achieved annual revenues of Rs 20 lakh by FY25. Bollywood stylists have recognized the brand, increasing its visibility through celebrity endorsements.
Softbank further trims India exposure, sells Meesho shares worth 1,885 cr
Japanese investor SoftBank Group has sold 1.65 per cent stake in Meesho for Rs 1,885 crore, further trimming its investments in India's e-commerce sector. In the latest transaction, SVF II Meerkat (DE) LLC, an affiliate of SoftBank, offloaded 7.64 crore shares in Bengaluru-based Meesho, according to the block deal data on the National Stock Exchange (NSE). The share sale was executed on Friday at an average price of Rs 246.75 apiece, taking the total deal value to Rs 1,885.17 crore. With this, the affiliate's holding in Meesho has fallen to 5.19 per cent from 6.84 per cent. The stake sale, however, found buyers, with a clutch of domestic and foreign institutional investors participating in the transaction, with Societe Generale (SocGen) emerging as the largest buyer. Paris-based financial services firm SocGen picked up more than 1.47 crore shares, or a 0.32 per cent stake, for Rs 364.65 crore. Domestic institutional buyers included mutual funds managed by Motilal Oswal, HDFC, ...
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Megna Jain began her entrepreneurial adventure at the tender age of 18, introducing her cupcake business during college in Bengaluru. With a startup investment of Rs 5,000, she navigated early struggles and eventually created Dream A Dozen. The pandemic inspired a creative shift towards corporate gifting, propelling her sales and expanding her client base to over 500.
PM Narendra Modi inaugurates projects worth over Rs 15,600 crore in Bengaluru
New Delhi, Nov 13:Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday inaugurated, dedicated to the nation, laid the foundation stone and flagged off development projects worth over Rs 15,600 crore in Bengaluru, Karnataka, with a major focus on urban connectivity, railway infrastructure and energy security. Addressing a gathering, PM Modi said the projects would give fresh momentum to the development of Karnataka and strengthen Bengalurus position as Indias technology hub. From projects connected with metro and rail to works of energy security, all these projects are going to give new strength to the infrastructure of Karnataka, he said. The Prime Minister highlighted the inauguration of the Bengaluru Metros new Pink Line, saying it would improve connectivity to IIM Bengaluru, educational institutions and major business and technology centres. He said the new corridor would make daily commuting easier for lakhs of people while saving their time and money. PM Modi said Namma Metro had expanded from just 17 km in 2014 to more than 100 km, making Bengaluru the third Indian city after Delhi-NCR and the Mumbai Metropolitan Region to cross the milestone. Describing Bengaluru as the countrys Silicon Valley, he said the city contributes more than one-third of Indias IT exports and remains a major centre of innovation and economic growth. The Prime Minister also paid tributes to former Union Minister Ananth Kumar, recalling his close association with the region. On railway infrastructure, PM Modi said Indian Railways was moving beyond its colonial-era legacy, with modern trains and upgraded stations reflecting Indias identity. He referred to the development of Amrit Bharat stations in Karnataka, saying more than 60 stations in the state were being modernised with improved passenger facilities, including amenities for senior citizens and persons with disabilities. He said Karnatakas railway budget allocation had increased ninefold over the past 10 to 12 years. The Prime Minister also flagged off a new Vande Bharat train connecting Karnataka with Goa, saying it would provide passengers along the coastal route, including Mangaluru, a new semi-high-speed travel experience. This comes days after the state received its first Vande Bharat Sleeper train, he said. Referring to the ongoing conflict around Iran and the Gulf region, PM Modi underlined the importance of energy security and said India had been able to withstand global challenges because of steps taken over the past decade to diversify energy sources and strengthen domestic capacities. He highlighted three projects in Karnataka: an LPG facility at Mangaluru that will add 80,000 metric tonnes of storage capacity, the Devangonthi Marketing Terminal to streamline supplies of petrol, diesel and aviation fuel, and a compressed biogas (CBG) plant in Bengaluru with a daily production capacity of 13 tonnes. PM Modi said India was expanding its clean energy capacity to meet the growing electricity requirements of emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence, data centres, semiconductors and quantum computing. Under the PM-KUSUM scheme, he said, more than eight lakh solar pumps were being provided to farmers in Karnataka to reduce irrigation costs and create additional income opportunities. The Annadatas of Karnataka are now also becoming Urjadatas, he said. The Prime Minister also highlighted the governments measures to improve the purchasing power of middle-class families, including income tax exemption for annual incomes up to Rs 12 lakh, changes in tax deduction rules and GST reforms. He said the removal of GST on individual health and life insurance had made insurance more affordable. PM Modi said the growing aspirations of the neo-middle class were driving demand and generating employment across sectors such as automobiles, electronics, tourism and services. He said the governments focus was to increase middle-class savings and purchasing power so that families could fulfil their aspirations while contributing to the countrys economic growth.
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Rajya Sabha panel visits ISRO, HAL facilities in Bengaluru
PM Modi Inaugurates Bengaluru Metro's Pink Line As It Joins 100 km Club
Describing Namma Metro's success as part of a larger national vision, the Prime Minister said the project went beyond infrastructure development and represented the country's focus on ease of living and ease of travel.
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PM opens Pink Line stretch, Bluru joins 100-km Metro club
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Rising middle-class aspirations drive demand, create jobs and fuel economic growth: PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi said rising aspirations among Indias expanding middle class are driving consumer demand, job creation and economic growth. Speaking after launching projects worth 15,000 crore in Bengaluru, he highlighted tax relief and GST cuts aimed at boosting household savings and disposable income.
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