A day after the NDA alliance swept the Karnataka Legislative Council elections, the BJP and JD(S) have stepped up their attack on Congress, calling the 4-0 result a direct slap to the Congress high command and a trailer for the 2028 Assembly elections. The NDA, comprising BJP and JD(S), won all four seats that went to the polls on October 23 - West Graduates (SV Sankanur), South-East Graduates (KM Suresh Someshwara), North-East Teachers (Shasheel G Namoshi) and the high-profile Bengaluru Teachers seat (AP Ranganath). Results were declared on October 27. BJP State President BY Vijayendra and Union Minister HD Kumaraswamy termed the victory historic and said it was a warning delivered through the ballot to Congress leadership in Delhi. The BJP said Congress defeat is more significant because of three factors: (1) The election was held on Paper Ballot - an issue Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has repeatedly demanded; (2) Congress is in power in the state - with a majority government of 135+...
Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Oct 28 (IANS) Karnataka Minister, Priyank Kharge, on Wednesday said the state government was examining whether more locations in Bengaluru and other parts of the state could be denotified as designated protest sites as per requests by some activists, while ensuring that citizens right to demonstrate peacefully was not curtailed. Speaking to reporters, Kharge said the government had met activists who called for more locations to be denotified in Bengaluru. He implied that denotifying the sites will be done so that the rights of the citizens to protest are not curtailed. He said an affidavit had been filed in the High Court by all parties, including civil rights activists, and the government would examine the matter. We have met some activists who suggested that more locations in Bengaluru and across the state should be denotified. We are looking into the matter, he said. Kharge maintained that the government was not interested in restricting citizens rights but stressed the need to balance the right to protest with the rights of other people who might be affected by demonstrations. I would like to put on record that the government is not interested in curbing citizens rights. While ensuring that people can exercise their rights, we must also consider the rights of other citizens affected by protests. It is a fine balance, and we will work to maintain it, he said. The ministers comments on protest sites come against the backdrop of controversy over the denotification of Jantar Mantar as a designated protest location in New Delhi. Opposition leaders had criticised the move, arguing that changing the venue could not diminish public anger or the demand for demonstrations. Kharge had also previously criticised the Centre over the issue, accusing the Modi government of suppressing peaceful protests and alleging that it feared the Gen Z movement by denying protesters permission to demonstrate at the designated site. The minister also launched a sharp attack on the BJP over the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, alleging that the exercise favoured the ruling party at the Centre and could exclude the ones who oppose them. Kharge stated that nearly one crore people had been left out of the voter lists in the state and said the Karnataka government would examine the circumstances surrounding their exclusion. He alleged that the pre-printing of Form 7 by BJP workers, was introduced to keep certain sections of voters out of the electoral process. This SIR is a process that favours the BJP. It is very evident in West Bengal, it was very evident in Bihar, and even in Karnataka. Nearly one crore people have been left out, he said. Kharge alleged that the Form 7 issue in Chitapur pointed to a conspiracy to manipulate the electoral process. He claimed that 40 Form 7 applications submitted in the constituency were bogus and emphasised that the Electoral Registration Officer (ERO), rather than private individuals, had filed a complaint. It is absolutely a conspiracy. In Chitapur, 40 Form 7s have been given, they are all bogus. The ERO has filed a complaint, not some individuals, he said. Citing another instance of alleged irregularities, Kharge referred to Aland in Karnataka and claimed that 5,994 of the 6,018 forms examined there were fake. He also referred to 22,000 chargesheets, though further details about the cases and the nature of the chargesheets were not immediately available. We have exposed vote theft in Aland. Out of 6,018 forms, 5,994 forms are fake and 22,000 chargesheets have been filed, he said. Kharge said the government would scrutinise the voter lists and investigate how the alleged exclusions and irregularities had occurred. He also argued that the process undermined the Oppositions ability to contest elections on a level playing field.
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Karnataka Council polls: BJP-JD(S) alliance sweeps all four seats
Thebiggest upset for the Congress came from Bengaluru Teachers constituency where five-time MLC and former Deputy ChairmanPuttanna lost to NDA candidate A.P. Ranganath.
Karnataka Council polls: Upset for Congress as it loses Bengaluru Teachers constituency
The result could be a shot in the arm for the NDA partners after having beenjoltedbycrossvoting of11 of its MLAs during thepoll to seven Legislative Council seatsin June.
Digital Desk | Chennai, Oct 28 (IANS) Vellore DMK councillor Teeta Saravanan was arrested by Puzhal police in Tamil Nadu's Villupuram on Wednesday for allegedly making threatening remarks against Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay, while referring to the 2025 Karur stampede. A special police team apprehended him at the residence of ACK Premkumar, deputy organiser of the DMKs Central District Youth Wing in Villupuram. Premkumar was also arrested for allegedly sheltering the councillor, who had been the subject of a police search following his remarks. The arrests followed the circulation of a video purportedly showing Saravanan making the comments outside Puzhal Central Prison. His reference to the Karur tragedy, in remarks directed at the Chief Minister, drew widespread criticism and prompted police to identify him and initiate action. The incident occurred when former School Education Minister Anbil Mahesh Poyyamozhi was brought to the prison after his arrest in a case involving bribery allegations. DMK supporters had gathered outside the prison and were raising slogans against the Tamil Nadu government. During the gathering, Saravanan allegedly said: If only we had finished him off back in Karur, would things have reached this state? He reportedly repeated the remark to another person standing nearby. The comments were subsequently circulated on social media, bringing the Councillors conduct under scrutiny. Puzhal police registered a case against Saravanan under four sections, including provisions relating to obstructing public servants from discharging their duties, intimidation and disturbing public peace. Three special teams were constituted to locate him after he allegedly went into hiding. According to the report, Saravanan attempted to mislead the authorities by claiming that he was travelling to Bengaluru. However, police eventually traced him to Premkumars residence in Villupuram, where the special team took him into custody. Premkumars arrest was linked to the allegation that he had provided shelter to Saravanan during the search. The report identified him as a functionary of the partys youth wing in Villupurams Central District. The police action centres on Saravanans alleged remarks outside the prison and the offences registered in connection with them. The video formed the backdrop to the subsequent police search.
Beyond the Screen: STANFEST 2026 Brings Gaming, Technology and Entertainment Together
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Following the National Democratic Alliance's (NDA) clean sweep in the elections for four Karnataka Legislative Council seats, Leader of the Opposition in the Council Chalavadi Narayanaswamy took a sharp swipe at the Congress party, asserting that electoral outcomes depend on public trust rather than voting methods. Speaking to ANI in Bengaluru on the poll results, Narayanaswamy dismissed the recurring allegations raised by the Congress concerning voting procedures, stating that the public mandate reflects people's unwavering faith in Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the NDA. The issue is not with the EVM or with the ballot paper. The total issue lies with the attitude of the party, the influence of a candidate, and the belief of the people. All these things matter. But for everything, Congress is accusing others
Bengaluru Metro Shocker: Woman 'Catches' Man For Recording Her, 'I Was Literally Shaking'
A woman in Bengaluru has alleged that a fellow passenger secretly filmed her on a Namma Metro train, and her video of the confrontation has gone viral. Police have registered an FIR and are trying to trace the man, who has not been identified or arrested. The woman, who goes by Sowpika on Instagram and describes herself as a travel and lifestyle creator, said the incident happened around 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. She placed it on the metro near Kadugodi Road in Whitefield.
WPL 2027 Auction RCB Players List: Check the complete squad, players bought, auction prices, base prices and remaining purse. Royal Challengers Bengaluru enters the WPL 2027 auction with Rs 1.15 crore remaining in their purse. They aim to fill five slots, including two for overseas players, to enhance their squad depth. The auction is set to take place on October 28 in Kochi with 146 players available. Key retained players include Smriti Mandhana and Ellyse Perry among others.
A consumer commission in Shivamogga has directed South Western Railway to refund Rs 1,000 with 6% annual interest and pay Rs 15,000 in compensation and litigation expenses to a passenger travelling with 23 relatives. The family reportedly got off a train at Tumakuru after finding no water in the toilets and receiving no response from the station master, forcing them to spend an additional Rs 1,760 on tickets for another train.
HC upholds cancellation of elderly man
Bengaluru: The Karnataka High Court has upheld an order cancelling a property release deed executed by a senior citizen in favour of his daughter, emphasising the need to protect elderly people from losing their financial security through property transactions. Justice Suraj Govindaraj, while disposing of a petition filed by the daughter and her husband, urged 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 .
The BJP-Janata Dal (Secular) NDA alliance has won all four seats in the Karnataka Legislative Council elections, with Union Minister H D Kumaraswamy describing the outcome as a strong message from teachers and graduates ahead of the 2028 Assembly elections. The results, declared on October 27, saw NDA candidates win both Graduates' and Teachers' constituencies across the state. The winning candidates include S V Sankanur from the West Graduates' Constituency, Shasheel G Namoshi from the North-East Teachers' Constituency, K M Suresh (Someshwara) from the South-East Graduates' Constituency and A P Ranganath from the Bengaluru Teachers' Constituency. Reacting to the results, Kumaraswamy congratulated all four candidates and said the NDA had won by a big margin in all the constituencies. Targeting the Karnataka government, Kumaraswamy alleged that the administration was involved in illegal activities and that the Chief Minister was making assurances without implementing them. In all four...
Ageing Namma Metro fleet set for repairs
Bengaluru: In an effort to address recurring technical failures, BMRCL has drawn up plans for a comprehensive overhaul of 57 Namma Metro trains operating on the Purple and Green lines. Each of these trains has completed 10 lakh kilometres, making detailed inspections and component replacement necessary. The maintenance drive will focus on identifying worn-out equipment, 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 .
A woman has alleged that a fellow passenger secretly recorded her during a Bengaluru Metro ride, confronting him inside the train and demanding that he unlock his phone. The incident, which reportedly took place in...
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NDA wins all 4 Karnataka MLC seats, setback for ruling Congress
Bengaluru: The BJP-Janata Dal (Secular) alliance has swept all four Karnataka Legislative Council seats in the teachers and graduates constituencies, dealing a significant political setback to the ruling Congress. The BJP won three seats, while the JD(S), backed by the BJP, secured the Bengaluru Teachers constituency, leaving the Congress without a victory in any of 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 .
Sowpika took a stand against a man suspected of secretly recording her while traveling on a Bengaluru Metro train. She captured her emotional response and displayed her fully covered clothing during this unsettling experience. After the encounter, the accused reportedly fled when the train came to a stop. Sowpika wasted no time in alerting metro authorities and has lodged a police complaint.
Karnataka MLC polls: BJP wins all four seats, major setback for Congress
Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Oct 28 (IANS) The BJP-led NDA has won all four Karnataka Legislative Council seats, marking a setback for Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar as Congress faced crushing defeat. While the ruling Congress did not win a single seat in the MLC elections, the BJP won three, and the Janata Dal (Secular) won one. The BJP won the North-East Teachers', the South-East Graduates', and the West Graduates' constituencies. Its ally JD(S) took the Bengaluru Teachers' constituency. In the South-East Graduates' seat, BJP's KM Suresh defeated the Congress' Shashi Hulikunte Mutt; in the North-East Teachers' seat, BJP MLC Shashil G. Namoshi defeated Congress candidate Sharanappa Mattur; and in the West Graduates' Constituency, the BJP's SV Sankanur won, defeating Congress's Mohan Limbikai. From Bengaluru Teachers' Constituency, JD(S) candidate A P Ranganath defeated five-time winner Puttanna. Speaking about the victory, BJP MLC Lingaraj Patil said, Karnataka election results reflect public anger against the Congress government... People have rejected Congress due to alleged corruption, irregularities and unfulfilled promises. He further claimed that internal disputes within Congress have also affected the party's performance. People are not affected by Congress' opposition to SIR, PM Narendra Modi and Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar... People continue to trust PM Modi and the BJP, he said. This was the first election for the Karnataka Congress under its President B.K. Hariprasad, who is also an MLC. Currently, the 75-member Legislative Council has five vacant spots, 38 Congress members, 24 from the BJP, six from the JD(S), one independent and a chairman. The MLC elections were held on October 23 amid elaborate security arrangements to ensure peaceful and fair polling. A clash had broken out between Congress and BJP workers near a polling station at Ambedkar College in Nagarabhavi during polling for the Bengaluru Teachers' constituency. Former corporator Mohan Kumar was accused of verbally abusing people, following which the police intervened and erected barricades to bring the situation under control.
Following his decisive victory in the Karnataka Legislative Council election from the West Graduates' Constituency, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader and newly elected MLC S.V. Sankanur attributed the win to the trust of the electorate and the steadfast guidance of the party leadership. Speaking to reporters here after the declaration of the results, Sankanur emphasised that relentless ground-level campaigning by party cadres across the region was the cornerstone of the victory. The credit should go to voters. Because if you look at the overall last three elections, this time in this election our party workers have worked very hard. Today's result is the fruit of their hard work. Credit should go to our party and also party leaders, Sankanur said. Highlighting the BJP's broader performance in the Council elections across the state, the newly elected MLC pointed out that the party has secured key wins in other segments as well. Kalaburagi and Bengaluru South, we have also won. One...
Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) candidate S.V. Sankanur has won the Karnataka Legislative Council election from the West Graduates' Constituency, defeating Congress candidate Mohan Limbikai by a margin of 9,323 votes. According to election officials, Sankanur secured a decisive lead as the counting of preferential votes concluded, cementing the party's hold over the crucial constituency. The West Graduates' constituency encompasses the four districts of Dharwad, Haveri, Gadag, and Uttara Kannada. The contest saw a direct face-off between the BJP and the Congress, with Sankanur successfully retaining the seat after multiple rounds of counting. Earlier on October 27, in the Karnataka Legislative Council, JD(S)-BJP alliance candidate AP Ranganath won the Bengaluru Teachers Constituency, defeating Congress candidate and former Legislative Council member Puttanna. The election was held on October 23, and counting was held on Tuesday. In the teachers constituency, there was a direct contest bet...
Why Were You Recording Me? Woman Confronts Man On Bengaluru Metro
The woman, who identifies herself as Sowpika on social media platform Instagram, shared a video recounting the incident, which she said took place around 4:30 pm on Tuesday on a metro train in Whitefield in Bengaluru
'I was literally shaking': Woman catches man recording her inside Bengaluru metro; FIR filed
94% of 33.1 lakh Delhi voters cleared for final roll after SIR notices
Karnataka MLC polls: Big setback for DK Shivakumar as BJP-led NDA wins all 4 seats
MIT graduate and Jaipur-based founder Gaurav Kheterpal shared a heartwarming encounter with a young reader at Bengaluru airport's Terminal 1 lounge. The two spent nearly an hour reading without gadgets or distractions. When Kheterpal complimented the young man, he explained why he had chosen a quiet corner, prompting the founder to celebrate the simple joy of reading.
Karnataka voter roll drops by nearly 1 crore, Gen Z makes up 20% of electorate
The special intensive revision of electoral rolls in Karnataka resulted in a reduction of 99.76 lakh electors. The final electoral rolls revealed a total of 4.55 crore eligible voters by October 27. Women made up a majority of the electorate, surpassing men by 3.7 lakh. Many electors were marked absent, shifted permanently, or marked as dead and duplicates. The Election Commission processed a net addition of 8.
Garbage dumped at Kalpalli crematorium in Bengaluru
The garbage trucks sport a banner of Seva Sankalp Abhiyan, a month-long campaign launched in September. Residents allege that each vehicle has a picture of S. Raghu, C.V. Raman Nagar BJP MLA, and Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
We love nature, yet we forget to live in harmony with it
Construction costs up 33%; Builders in Bengaluru face margin squeeze as sales slow down
Construction material shortage post TN ban hits Blue Line work in Bengaluru
Body Found in JC Nagar Stormwater Drain Identified as 22-Year-Old Man
Gen Z accounts for 20% of Karnataka electorate, emerges as key vote bank
Spurt in Elders Act cases: HC urges awareness, property registration norms
146 Players, 27 Slots: WPL Teams Gear Up for Auction Day
The Women's Premier League (WPL) mini-auction in Kochi on Wednesday will see 146 players, including capped Indian and international cricketers, go under the hammer. Teams like UP Warriorz, Gujarat Giants, Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Delhi Capitals, and Mumbai Indians will bid for 27 available spots, with a focus on Indian talent and strategic backups for the WPL 2027 season.
Two more sim box sites busted in Tamil Nadu; 10 devices seized
Nelamangala villages near Bengaluru on edge as Leopard sightings rise; Cub rescued
Examination board opposes postponing exams for census work in Karnataka
500km of new roads planned in Bengaluru: Shivakumar
Eastern Ghats see rising wildfires, Western Ghats record 10.8% annual decline: Study
Days after claims of irregularities in garbage contracts, Chief Minister meets with Opposition
Bengalurus electorate plunges from 1.03 crore to 59 lakh after SIR
The final electorate comprises 28,68,670 male voters, 30,40,431 female voters and 674 third-gender voters.
SIR cuts Bengaluru voter count by 43%; city accounts for 40% of statewide deletions
WPL 2027: G. Kamalini Fully Available As Four New Names Added To Player Auction Pool
Delhi Premier League: Four more players have been added to the Womens Premier League (WPL) 2027 auction list at the request of the five franchises, while India wicketkeeper-batter G. Kamalini will be available for the entire season, a source told IANS. The new entrants in the 2027 WPL auction pool, which now stands at 150 players, are Delhi all-rounders Medhavi Bidhuri and Samaira Raghav, New Zealand pacer Bree Illing and Uttar Pradesh bowler Avanya Jain. The auction will start at 5:30 pm in Kochi on Wednesday. Yes, during the auction briefing held today, the late addition of four players was made, and all five teams were informed about it. All five teams were also told that G Kamalini is fully available for the 2027 WPL season as she will not be playing in the 2027 U-19 World Cup, which was the case before, further said the source to IANS on Tuesday. Kamalinis availability for 2027 WPL had been in question before she was understood to be in contention for next years Under-19 World Cup, which directly clashes with the tournaments fifth season running from January 14 to February 7. Two-time winners, Mumbai Indians had released Kamalini, who had a contract of Rs 1.1 crore, during last months retention deadline. But with Kamalini, who has set her base price at Rs 40 lakhs, fully available for the WPL, it means that she can get a good payday at the auction, where 27 slots are to be filled, and wicketkeeper-batters will be in great demand. While Medhavi, who bowls leg-spin, has gone viral for her 6-7 celebration in the Delhi Premier League (WPL) womens competition, Samaira is coming off a good showing in the U19 Womens T20 Trophy and is also believed to be selected for the U19 Womens T20 Challengers tournament, which prompted her late addition to the WPL auction pool. The 2027 WPL auction will open with a full round of capped players, and is followed by a full round of uncapped players. After the 50th player, the accelerated rounds may begin. With each teams overall purse at Rs 15 crore, UP Warriorz, who finished last in 2026 and have never reached the final in four seasons, have the most to spend at Rs 3.75 crore. The Meg Lanning-led side has eight slots to fill -- five Indian and three overseas spots. Gujarat Giants have a purse of Rs 1.25 crore available to fill three slots -- one of which is overseas. Defending champions and two-time winners Royal Challengers Bengaluru have Rs 1.15 crore available to fill five slots -- two of which are overseas. Four-time runners-up Delhi Capitals have Rs 1.10 crore in hand to fill five slots -- one of which is overseas. Mumbai Indians have Rs 90 lakh purse available to fill six Indian player slots. Australias T20 World Cup-winning captain Sophie Molineux, who has listed herself at a base price of Rs 50 lakh, and Jess Jonassen, who missed the 2026 season with a shoulder injury, are the biggest overseas names in the auction pool. Scotland wicketkeeper-batter Sarah Bryce is another name that will keep five teams interested, as well as Indias off-spin bowling all-rounder Sneh Rana. Uncapped batters Vrinda Dinesh, Gongadi Trisha, Saanika Chalke, and Mumbais 15-year-old batting sensation Ira Jadhav could draw strong bidding interest from the five franchises. Australias T20 World Cup-winning captain Sophie Molineux, who has listed herself at a base price of Rs 50 lakh, and Jess Jonassen, who missed the 2026 season with a shoulder injury, are the biggest overseas names in the auction pool. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Increase womens representation in Police force, says Bengaluru Police Commissioner
47-year-old DRDO scientist dies by suicide in Bengaluru
A 47-year-old scientist with the DRDO's Aeronautical Development Agency, Sharad Katiyar, died by suicide in Bengaluru on October 21. His family informed police that he was suffering from mental distress due to work-related pressure and was undergoing treatment for a depressive episode. Police have registered an unnatural death case.
47-year-old DRDO scientist dies by suicide in Bengaluru, family alleges severe work stress
A 47-year-old senior scientist working with the Defence Research and Development Organisation's (DRDO) Aeronautical Development Agency (ADA) in Bengaluru died by suicide on October 21 after allegedly jumping from a residential building in Seegehalli. His family has alleged that intense work-related stress had taken a toll on his mental health.The deceased was identified as Sharad Katiyar, who served as a Scientist 'F' in ADA's programming department. He lived with his family on the fourth floor of a residential building in Seegehalli.
ADA Scientist Dies By Suicide In Bengaluru
A 47-year-old scientist with the Aeronautical Development Agency (ADA) in Bengaluru allegedly died by suicide after jumping from his apartment building. His family reported that he had been suffering from work-related pressure and mental distress for over a month, for which he was receiving treatment. Police have registered an unnatural death case.
Bengalurus Kempegowda International Airport is trialling Digi Yatra for eligible passengers on select international departures. Trials are available on the Beta app, with a regular-app rollout planned for November 1, 2026.
KIA launches Digi Yatra trials for international departures from Bengaluru
SIR: Over 61,000 marked ineligible; foreign citizen count remains undetermined
Hearings were conducted for all the cases, and while43,20,957 names were retained for the final roll, another 61,867 were marked as ineligible
Cyclone Arnab impact: Several flights from Vizag, Vijayawada cancelled
Digital Desk | Visakhapatnam, Oct 27 (IANS) Very severe cyclonic storm Arnab in the Bay of Bengal has disrupted air services in Andhra Pradesh, with airlines cancelling several flights at Alluri Sitarama Raju International Airport at Bhogapuram near Visakhapatnam and Vijayawada International Airport on Tuesday. With heavy rains accompanied by gusty winds lashing the coastal region under the impact of the cyclone on Tuesday, various airlines have cancelled their services as a precautionary measure. Sixteen flights scheduled to depart from Bhogapuram on Tuesday have been cancelled. Services to destinations like Delhi, Hyderabad, Kurnool, Tirupati, Bengaluru, Kolkata and Chennai were cancelled. Five flights from Gannavaram Airport in Vijayawada were also cancelled in view of the cyclone. Airlines have cancelled Chennai, Hyderabad, Bengaluru, Kadapa and Bhogapuram flights. With the cyclone set to cross the coast on Wednesday, more flights are likely to be cancelled. Authorities had already issued an advisory that, in view of the approaching cyclonic weather, heavy rainfall and strong winds may affect flight schedules and travel to and from Alluri Sitarama Raju International Airport. Passengers were advised to check flight status with their airline before leaving for the airport. They have been advised to allow additional travel time, subject to local weather and road conditions. Passengers have been asked to contact their airline directly for rescheduling or cancellation assistance. Air India and Air India Express said in their advisories that weather conditions associated with Tropical Cyclone Arnab may impact flights to and from Visakhapatnam and Vijayawada on 27 October. They advised passengers to check their flight status on the websites of the airlines. As road travel may also get affected due to inclement weather, passengers have been advised to allow extra time for their journey to the airport. Meanwhile, a review meeting was held by the Airports Authority of India to assess preparedness at airports located in the potential impact zone of severe cyclonic storm Arnab and ensure readiness to address any possible disruptions to civil aircraft operations. The meeting was chaired by Puneet Kansal, Chairman and attended by Regional Executive Directors of Eastern Region and Southern Region, Airport Directors of Kolkata, Chennai, Tirupati, Raipur, Kadapa, Bhubaneswar, Vijayawada, Rajahmundry and Jharsuguda airports, along with ATC In-charges of Bhogapuram and Hyderabad airports.
Goat-butting row: Man gets life term for punching neighbour to death in Bengaluru
'That's Why I Praised My Team': Sammy Backs His 2-2 Praise For Windies Against 'dangerous' India
Papua New Guinea: West Indies head coach Daren Sammy backed his praise for the West Indies earning a 2-2 draw in the T20I series against dangerous India after the reigning two-time T20 champions made a mockery of New Zealand in the third T20I of the ongoing five-match series in Wellington. Indian batters -- Abhishek Sharma and Vaibhav Sooryavanshi -- headlined a 199-run chase at Hnry Stadium with a marvellous 133-run stand that came from just 7.1 overs and nearly killed the game. Abhishek was particularly in carnage mode as he smashed 113 from 38 balls, while Sooryavanshi made 45 from 19 deliveries in India's six-wicket win. The victory helped the Men in Blue take an unassailable lead of 3-0 in the T20I series. Before this, the West Indies managed to settle India for a 2-2 stalemate in the recent T20I series in India, with the final match getting washed out. Hailing India's performance against the Blackcaps in the third T20I, Sammy highlighted the magnitude of his team's 2-2 draw against the Men in Blue. Wow. Thats why I praised my team for what they accomplished in India. India is a dangerous team. 1. Smaller boundaries 2. Batting paradise pitches 3. Wet ball for bowlers, Sammy wrote on X. After the completion of the series against India, Sammy had praised the West Indies for their 2-2 draw. It's a true reflection of how all the teams have played, especially for our guys, Sammy said after the fifth match in Bengaluru was washed out. I'm pretty sure when the series started, we probably didn't have a chance. But that was just the opinion of others. We understand what success means to us; we don't ever take for granted where we are as a team and the challenges that we face. We just look to make those strides, and I think after this series we've taken a massive step. We played against the defending champions, and we've matched them (and) in certain areas we've outplayed them, especially in their backyard, he had added. Meanwhile, India had a record-breaking outing against the Blackcaps in the third match when they chased down 199 in just 13.2 overs. The Men in Blue smashed the highest-ever team total in the powerplay in a Men's T20I, hitting 118/0 in the first six overs. This has broken the previous highest powerplay score of Romania, who had made 116/0 against Serbia in a T20I in 2021. Abhishek and Sooryavanshi made a mockery of the depleted New Zealand bowling attack as they went hammer and tongs behind the target. India also breached the 100-run mark in just five overs, which is the second-fastest by any team in the world, behind Eswatini, who had completed their team hundred in 4.5 overs against Mozambique earlier this year. The Men in Blue also brought up their fifty off just 2.2 overs, which is now the joint-fastest by any team in the world. Papua New Guinea made a team fifty in 2.2 overs against Vanuatu, while Romania had also completed their 50 in 2.2 overs against Serbia. Abhishek and Sooryavanshi made a mockery of the depleted New Zealand bowling attack as they went hammer and tongs behind the target. India also breached the 100-run mark in just five overs, which is the second-fastest by any team in the world, behind Eswatini, who had completed their team hundred in 4.5 overs against Mozambique earlier this year. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
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Nearly 4,000 shelters set up, emergency forces on standby as Odisha, Andhra brace for cyclone Arnab
The Indian Railways cancelled at least 50 trains in the region as a precaution, while traffic restrictions were imposed on many coastal roads in the region. Two IndiGo flights connecting Vijayawada with Chennai and Bengaluru were also cancelled during the day.
No voters name deleted based on Form 7 In DK
Electoral roll saw an increase of 32k voters after SIR
Divya Decodes: No Jobs for Kannadigas? Bengalurus IT Hiring Row Explained
Are Kannada-speaking candidates being overlooked by IT companies in Bengaluru? A viral video has sparked a debate about local employment, language requirements and merit-based hiring in India's technology capital.Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar has warned of action against companies found deliberately sidelining Kannadigas. But what does the evidence actually show?In this episode of Divya Decodes, we break down the allegations, examine the eSthenos Technologies job advertisement at the centre of the controversy, and explain why the debate has revived Karnataka's earlier push for local-job reservations in the private sector.The allegations of systematic discrimination have not been established by verified industry-wide evidence. A language requirement may be relevant to a particular role, but whether it is justified depends on the actual job and recruitment practices.Watch till the end for the larger debate over local opportunities, merit and fair hiring.Divya Decodes | The Times of IndiaAnchor: Divya KocharEditor: Pramod KaushikProducer: Amanpreet Singh#Bengaluru #Kannadigas #Karnataka #HiringBias #ITJobs #DivyaDecodes #TimesOfIndia #TOI
Bengal: Two Bangladeshi women arrested for illegally entering India
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Oct 27 (IANS) Two Bangladeshi women were arrested on Tuesday for illegally entering India from Bangladesh and boarding a long-distance train to Keralam. The Railway Police conducted a joint operation at the New Jalpaiguri (NJP) station in north Bengal's Siliguri and arrested them. Police said that the names of the arrested are Rabia Akhtar and Shiuli Akhtar. Both are residents of Narayanganj district of Bangladesh. According to Railway Police sources, based on information received through sources, the Special Operation Group of Siliguri GRP and NJP GRP jointly conducted a search operation in the general compartment of a long-distance train bound for Bengaluru at NJP station. At that time, the two women were arrested from the train. Later, when they were brought to the Siliguri GRP police station for questioning, they could not show any valid documents to enter India. The police finally arrested them as they did not have valid documents. Initial investigation and interrogation revealed that after illegally entering India through the Indo-Bangladesh border in Meghalaya, the two women first went to Assam to leave for Keralam. They took a train from Kamakhya in Assam. However, it is still unclear why or with whose help they entered India and what was the main motive behind going to Keralam. The investigating officers are probing whether there is any major smuggling ring or any other international link behind this. Regarding the incident, Deputy Superintendent of Railway Police, Anupam Majumdar, said that the two Bangladeshi women were arrested after a raid at NJP station on a tip-off. No valid documents related to their stay or entry into India were found with them. An investigation has been started along with interrogation to find out the purpose for which they entered India and were going to Keralam, said the officer. Police sources said that the arrested women are being questioned to find out whether anyone else has entered the country illegally along with them and who had helped them gain entry to the country.
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San Jose (California) [US]/ Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], October 27: Tredence, a leading AI and data science company, has been recognized as a Leader in the inaugural 2026 ISG Provider Lens Agentic AI Services Specialists. This recognition underscores Tredence's continuous market leadership, robust agentic AI capabilities, and commitment to driving true business transformation and absolute value for its clients.
Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Oct 27 (IANS) The Office of the Chief Electoral Officer (CEO), Karnataka, on Tuesday published the final electoral roll of the state with 4,55,00,011 electors following the completion of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR)-2026 of electoral rolls. It can be noted that Karnataka's electorate is down from 5,54,32,314 voters before the SIR commenced, as more than 99.32 lakh names have been dropped as part of the SIR exercise. According to the final electoral roll published, the state has 2,25,40,493 male voters, 2,29,12,355 female voters and 2,841 voters belonging to the third gender. The number of service electors stands at 44,322. The revision was undertaken in all 224 Assembly constituencies in accordance with the directions of the Election Commission of India, with October 1, 2026, as the qualifying date. The final roll includes 6,83,364 young electors aged 18-19 years, comprising 3,64,551 males, 3,18,795 females and 18 voters belonging to the third gender. In the 20-29 age group, there are 86,56,838 electors, including 45,08,240 males, 41,47,863 females and 735 voters belonging to the third gender. The state has 5,65,340 electors with disabilities, comprising 3,26,716 males, 2,38,589 females and 35 voters belonging to the third gender. The number of electors aged 85 years and above is 3,92,134, including 1,62,522 males, 2,29,609 females and three voters belonging to the third gender. There are also 3,252 Non-Resident Indian (NRI) electors, comprising 2,043 males and 1,209 females. The draft electoral roll was published on August 24 with 4,46,35,975 general electors and 44,176 service electors. Enumeration forms had been generated for 5,54,32,314 electors whose names were on the electoral rolls as of June 16, 2026. Of these, 4,46,35,975 electors, accounting for 80.52 per cent, submitted their enumeration forms to Booth Level Officers (BLOs). The remaining 1,07,96,339 electors, or 19.48 per cent, whose forms were not submitted, were not included in the draft electoral roll. The CEO's office categorised these 1,07,96,339 electors as absent, permanently shifted, deceased or duplicate entries. The figures include 19,00,926 absent electors (3.43 per cent), 65,45,679 permanently shifted electors (11.81 per cent), 16,39,864 deceased electors (2.96 per cent) and 7,09,870 duplicate entries (1.28 per cent). During the claims and objections process, 43,82,824 notices were generated and delivered, and hearings were held in all 43,82,824 cases. A total of 61,867 electors were marked ineligible for inclusion in the final roll. The Form-7 data on deletion requests recorded 1,091 cases relating to death, 762 duplicate entries, 1,24,327 cases involving permanent shifting, 184 cases of absenteeism and 61,960 cases under other categories, including ineligible cases identified during hearings. The SIR was conducted in several phases, including house-to-house verification, digitisation of enumeration forms, publication of the draft electoral roll, and the subsequent processing of claims and objections, hearings and disposal of notices by the EROs. The house-to-house visits by BLOs were conducted from June 30 to August 17. The period for filing claims and objections ran from August 24 to September 23, while the notice and disposal process continued until October 22. The final electoral roll was published on October 27. The CEO's office attributed the successful completion of the exercise to the coordinated efforts of officials and election personnel across the state. The exercise involved district election officers from all 34 election districts, 34 roll observers, chief executive officers of 31 Zilla Panchayats, 224 EROs, 336 Assistant Electoral Registration Officers (AEROs), 3,926 additional AEROs, 6,092 BLO supervisors and 60,923 BLOs deployed at 60,923 polling stations. The exercise was also supported by volunteers and 1,33,092 booth-level agents representing the seven registered and recognised political parties, including their office-bearers. Copies of the final electoral rolls have been shared with representatives of political parties, the CEO's office said. The office also clarified that the electoral roll would remain open for continuous updation. Applications can be submitted throughout the year for enrolment of names, correction of entries, objections, change of residence, marking electors as Persons with Disabilities and replacement of Elector Photo Identity Cards (EPICs) without corrections. Persons aggrieved by an ERO's decision can appeal to the District Magistrate under Section 24(a) of the Representation of the People Act, 1950, read with Rule 23 of the Registration of Electors Rules, 1960. If dissatisfied with the District Magistrate's order, they can file a second appeal before the Chief Electoral Officer under Section 24(b) of the Act, read with Rule 27 of the Rules.
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ISL 2026-27: FC Goa look to regain momentum against Sporting Delhi
Digital Desk | Margao, Oct 27 (IANS) FC Goa return to Indian Super League 2026-27 action on Wednesday as they host Sporting Club Delhi, who are searching for their first points after two consecutive defeats. FC Goa have played just once in the league so far, drawing 1-1 with Chennaiyin FC, and will be eager to rediscover their rhythm after a spell away from domestic action that ended in an exit from the AFC Challenge League. Head coach Gouramangi Singh stressed the importance of returning with a win, insisting his side must show the same intensity, commitment and concentration they expect of themselves. Every game is important. Our game against Delhi is particularly important for us. Since we are back now (from Asian competition), we want to start with a win, he said. Forward Christian Chiki Borrego has been in good scoring form, finding the net in his last four games across competitions. However, the attacker is focused on the teams results rather than his individual tally. I prefer scoring goals for getting wins, he said. Sporting Club Delhi, however, will be no pushovers. Their opening two matches have followed a similar pattern: they led Bengaluru FC 2-1 at half-time before losing 3-2, then took a 1-0 lead against Mohun Bagan Super Giant before suffering a 2-1 defeat. Despite those results, head coach Tomasz Thorez remains confident in his sides performances. I am very happy with the performance of the team. I think we played a very good game. We repeated what was a very good first-half performance in Bengaluru. We were dangerous and created a lot of chances against a strong opponent, but unfortunately we couldn't score more goals. Defender Clarence Fernandes acknowledged the need to see games through after SCD let leads slip in both outings. We should know how to hold the lead, he said The fixture also marks a return to familiar surroundings for SCD defender Sanatomba Singh Yanglem, who previously represented FC Goa. The Gaurs won the sides last meeting 1-0 in February, with Dejan Drai scoring the winner. Bob Jackson Raj is expected to be available for Goa, while Harsh Patre and Aakash Sangwan are set to be sidelined for a while.
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BJP slams Congress over sharing deepfake videos on China, Arunachal Pradesh
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 27 (IANS) Senior advocate and BJP leader Nalin Kohli on Tuesday criticised the Congress for sharing videos falsely claiming Chinese incursions into Indian territory and alleged that the opposition party was spreading misinformation on matters concerning national security. Speaking to IANS, Kohli said the Congress leaders had posted the videos without verifying their authenticity and accused the party of using sensitive national security issues for political gains. It is very unfortunate that the Congress party and its leaders tweet false things without even gathering information, even when it is against the national interest, to spread fear by saying, Look at what is happening between India and China. This video itself is false. It is AI-generated and far from the truth. They posted it immediately without any application of mind, he said. The BJP leader also referred to the Congress's criticism of previous military operations, including Operation Sindoor, the Balakot airstrikes and the surgical strikes, questioning whether the party was placing political considerations above national interest. Do these Congress party leaders think it is right to put the national interest aside and do this for their own politics? Kohli asked. Earlier, Union Minister Kiren Rijiju also condemned the Congress after the Indian Army debunked videos shared by a Congress leader alleging that China had taken control of parts of Arunachal Pradesh. He demanded that Congress apologise for the move. Previously, a Congress spokesperson from Bihar, Ritu Choudhary, in a post, claimed that Chinese vehicles had entered Indian territory. In a fake video, it was alleged that China had taken control of areas in Arunachal Pradesh and that the Indian Army was being denied essential supplies. The Indian Army clarified that the video showed Chinese commercial vehicles at Nathu La Pass in Sikkim, an authorised India-China border trade point, and did not depict a military intrusion. The movement of commercial vehicles at an authorised border trade route is being misrepresented as evidence of a Chinese military intrusion, the Army said. In a separate fact-check issued on Sunday, the Army also dismissed a video circulated by Pakistan-linked social media accounts that purportedly showed Chinese soldiers searching Indian Army personnel in Arunachal Pradesh and claimed that Indian troops needed Chinese permission to move through the state. The Army clarified that the footage was actually from a counter-terrorism mock drill conducted in Bengaluru in May 2026 and had no connection with Chinese forces or military activity in Arunachal Pradesh. It cautioned people against confusing a security exercise with an actual military confrontation. The Army also debunked a video featuring Lieutenant General Girish Kalia, General Officer Commanding of the Spear Corps, which falsely portrayed him as saying that China had taken control of parts of Arunachal Pradesh. According to the Army, the original footage was from a press briefing in Kupwara, Jammu and Kashmir, on October 27, 2023, concerning foiled infiltration attempts across the Line of Control. The officer had made no statements about Chinese control over Arunachal Pradesh or the denial of supplies to Indian troops.
Bengaluru: Ashoka flags Rs 112.99-cr lapse in garbage tender
Bengaluru: Karnataka Leader of Opposition R. Ashoka has called for a Lokayukta investigation into alleged irregularities in the Greater Bengaluru Authoritys tenders worth Rs 133 crore for garbage and waste transfer centres, raising questions over security deposits, bidder selection and compliance with Finance Department instructions. In a letter to Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar, Ashoka alleged 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 .
WPL 2027 Auction: UP Warriorz Eye Squad Overhaul As 146 Players Go Under The Hammer In Kochi
Royal Challengers Bengaluru: With 27 slots up for grabs and several prominent Indian and overseas cricketers in the fray, the Womens Premier League (WPL) 2027 auction is set to trigger intense bidding battles as the five franchises look to complete their squads ahead of the fifth edition of the tournament, beginning in January. The auction, scheduled to take place in Kochi on Wednesday, will feature 146 players, with teams having contrasting purse sizes and squad requirements. UP Warriorz will head into the auction with the most slots to fill, while defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), Delhi Capitals (DC) and Gujarat Giants (GG) will look to make targeted additions after retaining most of their core players. Among the players expected to attract attention are Indian cricketers G Kamalini, Sneh Rana and Sushma Verma, along with Australian stars Grace Harris, Jess Jonassen and Sophie Molineux. UP Warriorz have eight slots available and a remaining purse of Rs 3.75 crore, putting them in a position to make several additions to their squad. Mumbai Indians (MI), meanwhile, have six slots to fill but only Rs 90 lakh left to spend, which could make their auction strategy more selective. RCB, who won the previous edition, will have Australian all-rounder Ellyse Perry available for the upcoming season and will look to strengthen their bench, particularly with Indian backups, as they aim to add another title to their tally. Delhi Capitals and Gujarat Giants will also seek to address specific squad requirements while retaining the nucleus of their teams. The auction comes at a time when the WPL is increasingly contributing to India's talent pipeline, with young players gaining exposure to high-pressure matches alongside international stars. India vice-captain Smriti Mandhana highlighted the league's role in identifying emerging talent and stressed the need to develop promising players into match-winners for the national team. The WPL has been a huge benefit in that we have found quite a few players in the WPL, but now it's our responsibility to figure out how we take them forward and make them into bigger match-winners. We definitely have exciting talent in our team right now, Mandhana said on JioStar's programme 'Follow the Blues: The Dawn of Captain Smriti'. She added that eight to nine players in the current Indian setup are aged between 19 and 24 and have impressed in India A matches. They have all played good cricket during the India A series. We have followed everything, and they have played very good cricket. So now it's on us to take them forward and make them lead the way for India, she said. Former India cricketer and JioStar expert Veda Krishnamurthy expects Indian wicketkeepers to be among the players in demand, with multiple franchises looking to strengthen their options behind the stumps. I think Indian wicketkeepers, especially, will be in demand, with quite a few teams looking for them. There are a couple of domestic players I'm interested in seeing how they go about things in the auction. Of course, Sophie Molineux is a big name to look forward to, given the kind of experience she brings. She's a match-winner and has already won the WPL with RCB, Krishnamurthy said. She also pointed to the interest surrounding young wicketkeeper G Kamalini and the importance of franchises identifying alternatives for each role before the bidding begins. The options and the number of slots available are very limited. Teams know exactly what they're looking for, so it's important for them to filter the names from the available cricketers and identify their options. They need to have at least three or four names for each proficiency because the auction can go in any direction, she added. The fifth edition of the WPL will be held from January 14 to February 7, 2027. Four-time finalists Delhi Capitals, Gujarat Giants and UP Warriorz will aim to secure their maiden title, while two-time champions RCB and Mumbai Indians will look to add to their trophy collections. The options and the number of slots available are very limited. Teams know exactly what they're looking for, so it's important for them to filter the names from the available cricketers and identify their options. They need to have at least three or four names for each proficiency because the auction can go in any direction, she added. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Women take the wheel of pink e-autos in coastal Karnataka
Mangaluru: A women-focused transport initiative is opening up new livelihood opportunities in Dakshina Kannada, where pink electric autorickshaws operated by women are now plying in Sullia and Bantwal under Rotary International District 3181s Sakhi project. Designed specifically for women drivers, the vehicles aim to advance economic self-reliance while providing women passengers and students with a 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 .
Bengaluru ED attaches Rs 23.35 crore in assets linked to illegal online betting
Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Oct 27 (IANS) In fresh action against the illegal online betting ecosystem, the ED has attached movable and immovable properties worth Rs 23.35 crore linked to a larger conspiracy involving proceeds of crime (PoC) totalling Rs 2,300 crore, an official said on Tuesday. The Directorate of Enforcement (ED), Bengaluru Zonal Office, provisionally attached the assets under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), 2002, in the case of K.C. Veerendra and Others, the official said in a statement. The attachment has been made vide Provisional Attachment Order (PAO) No. 42/2026 dated October 23, representing the equivalent value of proceeds of crime (PoC), found in the possession of K.C. Veerendra, Gulshan Khattar and Neha Tandon, the ED said. The attached movable properties are valued at Rs 13.76 crore and immovable properties are valued at Rs 9.58 crore, the ED said. The ED investigation was initiated based on multiple FIRs alleging cheating, cheating by impersonation, criminal conspiracy and extortion through online betting and gambling platforms. Investigation revealed a nationwide network of betting websites, payment gateways, shell companies and mule accounts allegedly controlled by Veerendra and his associates for generating and laundering PoC, the ED said. The suspected proceeds derived from the scheduled offences were allegedly layered through complex financial transactions and utilised for acquisition of assets and personal enrichment, leading to registration of ECIR and commencement of investigation under the provisions of the PMLA, it said. The investigation carried out by the ED has revealed that Veerendra and his associates operated illegal online betting platforms, including King567, through a network of payment gateways, shell companies and mule accounts, whereby players were induced to deposit funds and subsequently cheated through manipulated betting operations and blocked withdrawals. The investigation traced proceeds of crime exceeding Rs 2,300 crore, which were layered through multiple accounts, hawala channels and offshore entities, and utilised for acquisition of luxury assets, business investments, foreign remittances and personal expenses, thereby establishing the accused's involvement in concealment, possession, use and projection of proceeds of crime as untainted property, constituting the offence of money laundering under Section 3 of the PMLA, the ED said. In the instant case, proceeds of crime were found to be received in the hands of Fonepaisa Payment Solutions Private Limited, beneficially owned by Gulshan Khattar, who had received a huge amount of commission for providing services as a key payment gateway and financial intermediary in the illegal online betting ecosystem, the ED said. Out of the PoC received, assets worth approximately Rs.33 crore were attached through an order dated January 29, 2026, the ED said. During the investigation, SimTech was found to have received credits from identified mule bank accounts linked to king567. Neha Tandon, director of SimTech IT Solutions Private Limited, had no active role in its management and the same was handled by her husband, Gulshan Khattar, the ED said. The receipt of tainted funds by SimTech, coupled with Khattar's control over the entity and his role in the generation and movement of PoC through Fonepaisa, forms the basis that properties held by or in the name of Neha Tandon constitute or represent Proceeds of Crime, the ED said. Earlier, in the case, ED had conducted extensive search and seizure operations across more than 60 premises in several States under Section 17 of PMLA, during which large quantities of cash, gold bullion, gold and silver jewellery, balances lying in mule accounts, vehicles, digital devices and incriminating documents were seized/frozen. The ED had also arrested Veerendra under Section 19 of PMLA. Investigation under PMLA resulted in filing of a Prosecution Complaint dated October 18, 2025 and a Supplementary Prosecution Complaint dated February 20, 2026, pursuant to which cognisance was taken by the Special Court, PMLA, on May 4, 2026. In continuation of the seizure/freezing of movable/immovable assets, earlier, this directorate had provisionally attached properties worth Rs 177.30 crore, which was subsequently confirmed by the Adjudicating Authority, MLA, New Delhi. Further, vide the instant PAO, additional movable and immovable properties valued at Rs 23.35 crore have also been attached, said the statement. Accordingly, the aggregate value of properties attached/seized/frozen till date exceeds Rs 343 crore, under the provisions of the PMLA, 2002. The instant provisional attachment has been made to safeguard the value of the Proceeds of Crime, in accordance with the provisions of PMLA, 2002, the ED said.
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Karnataka SIR: 99.32L voters excluded from final electoral roll
Bengaluru: Karnatakas final electoral roll, released on Tuesday, October 27, after the Special Intensive Revision (SIR), has recorded a steep decline in the number of registered voters, with 99.32 lakh names excluded from the list. The states electorate has dropped from 5.54 crore before the revision to 4.55 crore in the final list. The scale 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 .
Mahindra Lifespaces to develop North Bengaluru project with Rs 1,250 crore GDV
Mahindra Lifespace Developers Ltd has entered into a joint development agreement for a 10.05-acre land parcel in North Bengaluru. The development project will have an estimated gross development value of Rs 1,250 crore. It is expected to provide approximately 1 million square feet of saleable area, focusing on premium residential apartments. This project will enable the company to expand its presence in the growing North Bengaluru market.
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A 56-year-old Bengaluru resident lost 98,000 after dialling an unverified customer care number of Blinkit found on Google to seek a refund for a damaged curd packet.
Mahindra Lifespace adds 10.5-acre land in Bengaluru for housing project worth 1,250 cr
The project is estimated to offer about 1 million (10 lakh) sq ft of saleable area, and is expected to have a revenue potential of around 1,250 crore
Cent raises $15 million to scale preventive health screening business
Bengaluru-based preventive health startup Cent raised $15 million in a Series A round led by Blume Ventures and South Park Commons. It plans to invest in research, AI radiology and screening technology, and expand from three centres to 710 across Bengaluru, Mumbai and Gurugram by mid-2027.
Mahindra Lifespace adds 10.5-acre land in Bengaluru for housing project
Real estate firm Mahindra Lifespace Developers Ltd will jointly develop a housing project in Bengaluru with an estimated revenue of Rs 1,250 crore. In a regulatory filing on Tuesday, the company announced joint development of a 10.05-acre land parcel in North Bengaluru. Mahindra Lifespace did not name the landowner with whom it has entered into the joint development agreement. The project is estimated to offer about 1 million (10 lakh) sq ft of saleable area, and is expected to have a revenue potential of around Rs 1,250 crore. With this addition, the company now has three projects in the Bengaluru region, with a combined development potential of approximately 3 million sq ft of saleable area. Established in 1994, Mahindra Lifespace Developers Ltd's development footprint spans 55.90 million sq ft (saleable area) of completed, ongoing and forthcoming residential projects across seven Indian cities. It also has over 5,000 acres of ongoing and forthcoming projects at industrial ..
Karnataka CM DK Shivakumar Warns Bengaluru IT Firms After
A viral video alleging that Bengaluru IT companies favour Telugu and Tamil speakers over Kannada-speaking candidates has prompted Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar to warn of action.
Scientist Dies By Suicide In Bengaluru, Family Alleges Work-Linked Stress
Sharad Katiyar served as a scientist in the programming department of the ADA in Bengaluru and was associated with the Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Mk2 programme.
A Bengaluru man who spent Rs 3.13 lakh on health insurance policies for his parents disputed Star Health's rejection of his mother's medical claim after she underwent endoscopy and colonoscopy procedures. He alleged that the insurer repeatedly sought documents already submitted. The Insurance Ombudsman had identified Rs 27,921 in hospital and pre-hospitalisation expenses.
Amazon plans 3,000 electric trucks with Tata Motors for India logistics
The rollout will begin in Delhi and later expand to key highways, with Amazon targeting electrification of the 2,800-km Delhi-Bengaluru-Chennai freight corridor
Karnataka loses nearly 1 crore voters after SIR
Karnataka has witnessed a noteworthy change following the Special Intensive Revision, with the voter count receding by approximately 99.76 lakh from a starting figure of 5.5 crore. Among these, 86.56 lakh voters fall within the 20-29 age demographic, complemented by 6.83 lakh fresh registrations. The majority of the removed voters, totaling 65.45 lakh, were identified as permanently shifted. The process concluded with 43.
Karnataka deputy CM G Parameshwara hospitalised after feeling unwell
Couples Charred Bodies Found Two Days After Bengaluru Shop Fire
After extinguishing the fire on October 24, the rooms in the building were checked. At the time, it was believed that everyone had come out of the building, and there was no information about anyone having died in the incident
SIR final list for Karnataka is out: Check your name
Karnataka has completed the Special Intensive Revision of the electoral roll after 129 days of processing. More than 20% of voters were removed for various classifications, including permanently shifted residents. During the review, nearly 7.87 lakh citizens applied for inclusion in the final voter list by using Form 6. A significant number of voters also requested modifications to their details in the electoral roll.
Todays Gold Rate in India October 27: Gold prices up in Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai, Bengaluru
22, 24 carat Gold prices up across metro cities on October 27
