Gowda's grandson & ex-JD(S) MP revanna convicted in rape case
Prajwal Revanna, former JD(S) MP and grandson of HD Deve Gowda, has been convicted in a rape and sexual harassment case by a special court in Bengaluru. The verdict was delivered by Judge Gajanana Bhat, with sentencing scheduled for Saturday.
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Prajwal Revanna Breaks Down, Weeps In Bengaluru Court After Conviction In Rape Case
Suspended JDS leader Prajwal Revanna was convicted in a rape and sexual abuse case by a Special Court in Bengaluru.
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Bengaluru: 13-Year-Old Abducted, Murdered by Acquaintances; Accused Nabbed After Firing
Nischith went missing on Wednesday evening and his partially burnt body was discovered in the Bilwaradahalli forest on Thursday at around 5.30 pm under the Bannerghatta police limits of Bengaluru Rural district.
Duleep Trophy: Shami, Akash, Easwaran Included, Kishan Appointed East Zone Captain
The East Zone: Mohammed Shami, Akash Deep, and Abhimanyu Easwaran have been included in the East Zone squad for the Duleep Trophy, starting on August 28 in Bengaluru. The East Zone zonal selectors, who convened in a meeting at JSCA International Stadium on Friday, have appointed India wicketkeeper-batter Ishan Kishan as the sides captain. Shami hasn't been in competitive cricket action since IPL 2025, where he picked up only six wickets in nine innings at an economy rate of 11.23 for Sunrisers Hyderabad. The veteran right-arm pacer, who last played for India in their victorious 2025 Champions Trophy campaign, was recently named in Bengals probables list for the Ranji Trophy. Easwaran, the right-handed opener whos warmed the bench in the ongoing Test series against England, will be the vice-captain. Akash, who picked a ten-wicket haul in Indias 336-run win in Birmingham, and is in action at The Oval, will handle pace bowling duties alongside Shami, Mukesh Kumar and Suraj Jaiswal. Other prominent players include India all-rounder Riyan Parag and Jharkhand wicketkeeper-batter Kumar Kushagra. Teenaged left-handed opener Vaibhav Suryavanshi, who made heads turn with a 35-ball century in IPL 2025 for Rajasthan Royals and had a productive time on the U19 tour of England, is amongst the stand-by players. The Duleep Trophy will be held in the old zonal format of six teams and marks the beginning of 2025/26 domestic cricket season. East Zone will begin their campaign with a quarter-final clash against North Zone at the BCCI Centre of Excellence Ground, with the games winner set to meet South Zone in the semi-final. Other prominent players include India all-rounder Riyan Parag and Jharkhand wicketkeeper-batter Kumar Kushagra. Teenaged left-handed opener Vaibhav Suryavanshi, who made heads turn with a 35-ball century in IPL 2025 for Rajasthan Royals and had a productive time on the U19 tour of England, is amongst the stand-by players. Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score Stand-bys: Mukhtar Hussain (Assam), Aasirwad Swain (Odisha), Vaibhav Suryavanshi (Bihar), Swastik Samal (Odisha), Sudip Kr Gharami (Bengal) and Rahul Singh (Assam) Article Source: IANS
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MCA Sharad Pawar Indoor Cricket: India's seam-bowling all-rounder Shardul Thakur has been named as the captain of the strong West Zone squad in the forthcoming Duleep Trophy, starting on August 28 in Bengaluru. The squad selected by the zonal selection committee in a meeting at MCA Sharad Pawar Indoor Cricket Academy and Recreation Centre in BKC on Friday has also included Yashasvi Jaiswal, Shreyas Iyer, Sarfaraz Khan and Ruturaj Gaikwad. Thakur, currently in the Indian team for the ongoing Test series in England, had been a crucial all-round player for Mumbai in domestic cricket alongside Tanush Kotian and Shams Mulani. Pacer Tushar Deshpande also finds a place in the squad for the Duleep Trophy. Iyer currently finds himself out of favour of the Indian Test team set-up. He has played 14 Tests for India, hitting one century and five fifties before being out of the team after the second Test of 2024 home series against England. Sarfaraz, on the other hand, warmed the bench for the entire Border-Gavaskar Trophy tour in Australia earlier this year and didnt get a place for the ongoing Test tour of England, though he did play for India A in the two games against England Lions. From Saurashtra, wicketkeeper-batter Harvik Desai and spinner Dharmendra Jadeja have been included, while Aarya Desai, Jaymeet Patel, Manan Hingrajia and Arzan Nagwaswalla have been selected from the Gujarat set-up. Apart from Gaikwad, Saurabh Nawale is the other player from the Maharashtra side in the West Zone team. Sarfaraz, on the other hand, warmed the bench for the entire Border-Gavaskar Trophy tour in Australia earlier this year and didnt get a place for the ongoing Test tour of England, though he did play for India A in the two games against England Lions. Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score West Zone squad: Shardul Thakur (Capt), Yashasvi Jaiswal, Aarya Desai, Harvik Desai (wk), Shreyas Iyer, Sarfaraz Khan, Ruturaj Gaikwad, Jaymeet Patel, Manan Hingrajia, Saurabh Nawale (wk), Shams Mulani, Tanush Kotian, Dharmendra Jadeja, Tushar Deshpande, and Arzan Nagwaswalla. Article Source: IANS
Bengaluru Police solve 13-year-old's kidnap-murder case; two held after being shot in leg
The tragic events unfolded when Nischal did not return home after his regular tuition classes on July 30. His parents, concerned about his whereabouts, contacted his tuition teacher, who confirmed that Nischal had left at the usual time. The discovery of his bicycle near Arakere Family Park heightened their fears, leading his father, J.C. Achyut, to file a missing person report at the Hulimavu police station.
A trial court in Bengaluru on Friday convicted suspended Janata Dal (Secular) leader Prajwal Revanna in a high-profile rape case involving his former domestic worker.
Prajwal Revanna, grandson of former Prime Minister H.D. Deve Gowda, was convicted Friday in Bengaluru in a rape case involving a domestic help. The special court found him guilty of raping the woman at his farmhouse in 2021, acts allegedly recorded on his phone.
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Bengaluru court convicts former JDS leader Prajwal Revanna in rape case
An MP/MLA court in Bengaluru on Friday convicted suspended Janata Dal (Secular) leader Prajwal Revanna in a rape case of 2021. The order was passed by Special Judge Santosh Gajanana Bhat.Arguments regarding the quantum of punishment are currently underway. The court is expected to pronounce the quantum of punishment on Saturday. The former Hasan MP [] The post Bengaluru court convicts former JDS leader Prajwal Revanna in rape case appeared first on India Legal .
Prajwal Revanna, grandson of former PM HD Deve Gowda, once a rising political figure, has been convicted of rape by a special court in Karnataka. This marks a dramatic downfall for the former MP from Hassan, who faced multiple accusations of sexual abuse. The case involved the assault of a domestic worker at the family's farmhouse in 2021.
Prajwal Revanna Convicted In Rape Case: How Over 2,000 Obscene Video Clips Led To His Arrest
Suspended JD(S) leader Prajwal Revanna was convicted on Friday in a rape case linked to leaked obscene videos. A Special Court in Bengaluru will announce his sentence on Saturday.
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Ex-MP Prajwal Revanna convicted in rape case by Bengaluru Special Court
The verdict was delivered just 14 months after the case was registered, with the trial concluding at a remarkable pace.
Ex-MP Prajwal Revanna Found Guilty Of Sexually Assaulting House Help
The special court for MPs/MLAs in Bengaluru said it will announce the quantum of punishment against Prajwal Revanna on Saturday.
Former JD(S) MP Prajwal Revanna found guilty of sexually assaulting house help
BENGALURU: The special court on Friday convicted former Hassan MP Prajwal Revanna in one of the four sexual abuse and rape cases registered against him. He was found guilty in the first case for allegedly raping his former maid at his farmhouse and recording an obscene video of the act. Judge Santhosh Gajanan Bhat of the Special Court for the trial of criminal cases against present and former MPs/MLAs will pronounce the sentence on Saturday. Prajwal Revanna, the grandson of JD(S) supremo and former Prime Minister H D Deve Gowda, appeared before the judge. He was seen looking upset after being pronounced guilty. He has been lodged at the Bengaluru Central Prison in Parappana Agrahara for the past 14 months. The trial in the case concluded on July 18, and the court reserved its verdict on July 30. Before pronouncing the verdict, the court sought clarifications from the lawyers on both sides, regarding Google Maps data and mobile phone records. The verdict was then adjourned to August 1. The case was based on a complaint filed by a 47-year-old domestic worker at the Holenarasipura Town Police Station in Hassan on April 28, 2024. She alleged rape and harassment by Prajwal Revanna. After the scandal broke, she was allegedly abducted at the behest of Prajwals parents, former minister and Holenasasipura MLA H.D. Revanna and Bhavani Revanna, to prevent her from testifying against their son. She was later rescued by the Special Investigation Team (SIT) from a farmhouse in K R Nagar in Mysuru. The SIT filed a 1,632-page chargesheet in the case in September 2024. Prajwal Revanna is the prime accused in four sexual abuse and rape cases that came to light a day after the Lok Sabha elections in Karnataka. Obscene video clips allegedly depicting the sexual abuse of multiple women surfaced on social media, and pen drives containing such videos were recovered in Hassan. Prajwal fled the country on April 27, 2024, shortly before the scandal erupted.
Bengaluru hosts 1st silent summit for eye specialists
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Kidnappers who murdered 13-year-old boy shot in police encounter near Bengaluru; two cops injured
BENGALURU: Two people were arrested in connection with the kidnapping and murder of a school boy , following an exchange of fire with the police on Friday. Gurumurthy (27) and Gopalakrishna (25) were shot in the legs after they allegedly tried to resist the arrest and attacked the police team with sharp weapons near Bilvaradahalli road, in an attempt to escape, police said. The two policemen were also injured in the attack. The accused and the injured policemen are being treated at a hospital. Citing preliminary inquiry, a senior police officer said the accused had allegedly demanded a ransom of Rs 5 lakh from 13-year-old Nishcith's parents before allegedly slitting his throat and setting him on fire. The matter came to light on July 30 when Nishcith's parents, residents of Arekere approached the Hulimavu police station at 10.30 pm alleging that their son had gone missing. According to police, in the complaint, his father, a private college professor, stated that their son had left home for tuition on his bicycle at 5 pm but didn't return till 8 pm. When they inquired with his tuition teacher, they were told that the boy had left at 7.30 pm. His son's bicycle was found parked near a park in Arekere. However, on Thursday, the boy's burnt body was found on the outskirts of the city, off Bannerghatta Road in a deserted area. Using technical surveillance and based on a tip off, the accused duo were arrested from near Kaggalipura road. During the operation, one of the policemen initially fired two rounds in the air, warning the accused duo to surrender when they attempted to flee. Later, when the accused attacked PSI Aravindkumar, in self-defense, he fired two rounds, hitting Gurumurthy in his left and right leg, he said. When Gopalakrishna attacked PI Kumaraswamy B G with a dagger, in self-defense, he opened fire at the accused's right leg, he added. The officer said the accused duo, who work as drivers, were known to the boy's father and allegedly kidnapped him to extort money from his parents. Further investigation is underway.
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In Bengaluru, Nischith A, a 13-year-old boy, was tragically found murdered after being abducted on his way home from tuition. His parents received a ransom call, but the negotiation failed. Police apprehended two suspects, Gurumurthy, a former family driver, and Gopikrishna, who were shot during an encounter after allegedly attacking officers with a dagger while trying to escape.
A Naga musician's note finds harmony in Kerala
In Kohima, Nagalands hilltop capital, music is not an extracurricular pursuit. It is life itself. Every home has a guitar resting in a corner, and melodies are passed down like heirlooms, from parents to children, siblings to siblings, and neighbours to neighbours. For Anovi Shohe, a 33-year-old Naga singer now in Kochi, those strings were the first threads that would lead him from childhood daydreams to founding a choir, the Kerala Singing Ambassadors, in Kochi TNIE catches up with Anovi to discuss his musical journey, the Nagaland music culture, becoming a finalist at the Vienna International Classical Singing, his vision for his ambitious choir project in Kerala, and more The Kerala Singing Ambassadors The first chord My father was a pastor in one of the biggest churches in Asia, he recalls, speaking of his upbringing in a family of ten siblings. The church and music were inseparable. I still remember being a little boy, sitting in the pews, drumming on my knees as the choir sang. Another memory is etched just as vividly: standing on the verandah, a paper microphone in hand, singing his heart out before his parents, his only audience. Even then, I would tell them. I want to be a musician. In Nagaland, the bond with music is communal. Every Naga family has a guitar, Anovi says. Even if we werent formally trained, we learned from each other. You know something, you share it with your friends and neighbours. Thats how I learned. For the youngest in a large family, Anovis path was shaped by his older brothers. One of my brothers dreamed of being a musician, but he couldnt pursue it. So he passed that dream to me, he says. Another insisted that Anovi learn the drums so the brothers could form a band. We played locally, but later, everyone got busy and it stalled. Still, the spark was alive. But, of course, there were many hurdles when he committed to his dream. Like many Indian parents, Anovis family worried about stability. Even in Nagaland, people said I should become an engineer or a doctor. They used to say, How else will you survive? he remembers. Yet, with his parents blessing and his brothers encouragement, Anovi refused to give up. I believed, maybe God had a plan for me. Anovi Shohe The miracle at home His then dream was to study at Trinity College in London, but the cost was daunting. The turning point came when his brothers friend, Lipokmar Tzudir, returned from Manila after training in music and opened The Nagaland Conservatory of Music in Dimapur. It was a miracle, Anovi says. Teachers came from abroad, some even international award winners. Suddenly, world-class music education was at our doorstep. Anovi joined the first batch in 2012, intending to major in violin. But the choir drew him in. I loved the idea of conducting, of leading voices together, he says. He switched to voice (western classical), studying under Philippine teachers, though for years he wasnt allowed to sing in the choir because of its technical differences with classical solo training. Anovis chance finally came in his final year, at a Christmas concert with international visitors. It was tough learning 15 songs at once but unforgettable. He graduated in 2016. Later, he worked in churches and founded The Choral Project, a choir that performed at small and big events, including the famous Hornbill Festival. Proceeds often went into community causes, such as repairing a local school roof. It was never just about music, Anovi says. The Kerala Singing Ambassadors during a practice session The Vienna run In 2019, he took a leap of faith and competed in the Vienna International Classical Singing Competition. I was a finalist. Imagine, a boy from a small Indian city standing beside Europeans in their own tradition, Anovi says, still awed. It was also humbling. I realised how much I still had to learn. But back home, people began to see me as a serious musician. That experience deepened his conviction: music was not a gift for a chosen few. Everyone has music in them, Anovi insists. Some are naturally talented, but with hard work and guidance, anyone can learn. Music is universal. Its in the way we speak, in everyday rhythms. The sad state of affairs in India is that we confine music to Bollywood or Tollywood. Parents dont see its value beyond that. In 2023, while weighing offers abroad, Anovi accepted a role at Crossroads, a music academy in Kochi. Prior to that, in 2017, I had taught at a private school in Kochi for a short period. About five to six months. So the culture here was familiar to me. I used to tell my family that though Kerala and Nagaland are on two corners of India, the way people live and interact is very similar open-minded, friendly, and warm. I have never felt lonely in Kerala. This helped me make my decision, Anovi says. At Crossroads, he teaches voice and the Trinity syllabus, but goes beyond it by encompassing elements of world music, pop, contemporary, etc. Anovi also organises regular recitals. In many schools, music is just a filler subject, one hour a week. That cant build real musicians. We want to change that, he says. The Kerala Singing Ambassadors during a practice session Kerala Singing Ambassadors It was also at Crossroads that Anovi launched his most ambitious project yet: the Kerala Singing Ambassadors, a professional choir with a vision as wide as its name. My dream is that one day, these kids will represent Kerala around the world, he says. Founded last year with about 30 members, the choir already has three arms: the main choir itself, the Tela (Hebrew for Child of God) choir, for children, and the Tabernacle, envisioned for older participants seeking healing and community. Unlike traditional church choirs, their repertoire spans from Christian hymns to love songs, pop to classical. We practice on Fridays, and from the response Im getting, it is taking off well. I always tell my students: dont imitate the voices you hear on YouTube or Spotify. You have one voice, your own. Sing in that voice, Anovi says. According to him, if someone says, You sang beautifully like that singer, thats not a compliment. On the choirs future, Anovi says, Theres huge potential, and points to the example of The Nagaland Chamber Choir, which recently won two gold medals in South Korea, and The Nagaland Madrigal Singers, which triumphed in Australia/New Zealand. These competitions are judged by professional musicians. And to win is a great honour. Thats the standard we aim for. Anovi says. The Kerala Singing Ambassadors during a practice session Beyond music But the choirs mission goes beyond accolades. Our youth are wasting their lives on drugs. We want to give them purpose, a healthy community, Anovi stresses. Choir is not just about singing. Its about building friendships, finding confidence, and healing. The choirs performances are already creating a stir. At a music event earlier this year, audiences stayed seated long after most of the programme had ended, waiting for the Ambassadors to perform. Dressed in black outfits with Kerala motifs, they sang with a maturity that belied their age. The choirs inclusivity is key. Even if you cant sing, you can join, says Anovi. Play an instrument, design costumes, help backstage everyone has a role. Its about building a big, healthy community. To find friends, fight loneliness, and even overcome depression. And the response has been heartening. When students win competitions, their parents send me messages of gratitude, Anovi says. Even playback singers and band members are now coming for training, realising voice technique matters. Talent pool For now, the Kerala Singing Ambassadors rehearse for a performance in Bengaluru. But Anovis dreams stretch further: a full-fledged conservatory in Kerala. Talent is immense here, he says. If we build a conservatory, bring in real teachers, even start an opera house, Kerala could be on the world music map. Why should our kids have to go abroad when we can create that here? Its a vision rooted not only in ambition but in faith. Music has always been part of my life from drumming on a church bench as a child to now leading a choir. I believe it can heal, inspire, and transform. Thats what we want to give Kerala, says Anovi. While I still harbour a dream to become a conductor, my mission now, and perhaps my greatest reward, is to see a student I trained perform internationally.
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Now, auto drivers must follow meter in Bengaluru: Users
BENGALURU: With the revised auto fares coming into effect from August 1, commuters only demand is that autos abide by the law and go by meter. They have demanded that the traffic police and transport department enforce the revised fares and take strict action against those autos which do not fall in line. Auto fares have been revised from the existing Rs 30 to Rs 36 for 2 km and for every subsequent km from the existing Rs 15 to Rs 18. Autos have been given time till October 31 to recalibrate their auto meters to the revised fares. We hardly find autos that go by the meter in the city. Sometimes we are also fine with paying Rs 20 extra from the meter. But auto drivers demand nearly three-four times the meter fares, said Banumathy, a senior citizen. A majority of auto users said auto drivers have zero fear of the law of the land. One auto user said in cities like Pune, every single auto follows the meter. Even an outsider can go and hire an auto without any bargaining as they go the meter. A single complaint of charging extra will cost them their permit. In contrast, here, we hardly see any crackdown and autos charge as per their whims and fancies, the user said. Sources from the traffic police department said they will start a special drive against autos not following the meter and refusing to take rides.
Narrow escape for landlord as building collapses in Bengaluru's SR Nagar
BENGALURU: An 80-year-old building at Sampangiram Nagar (SR Nagar) collapsed on Thursday, leaving the owner, Ashwin (37), trapped inside for some time. He was rescued by a mason and taken to hospital. As per officials of the Fire and Emergency Services Department, five people, including the owner, were inside as renovation works were being done and a sump was dug up. The old building was used as a cloud kitchen till last month. As the tenants vacated, the alteration works were taken up. As per Manikyam, a mason, the right side of the building tilted and collapsed. Some of the household items acted as a shield. Manikyam pulled Ashwin out of the debris of the collapsed small passage. Ashwin suffered minor injuries and was shifted to a private hospital. Just before the incident, three workers came out of the building at 1.02 pm for lunch and, barely a few steps away, they heard a loud noise of the wall collapsing, and they realised it was the same building they were working in. We immediately walked back and saw the area covered with dust. The neighbours and police were called for help. We survived the collapse by a whisker, else we also would have been stuck, and maybe it would have ended in tragedy, said Mallesh, a labourer. While operations are underway to demolish the building, the officials have barricaded the building and its surroundings, as they are clearing the debris and making way to the houses adjoining the collapsed structure. DCP, Central Division, Hakay Akshay Machindra, said the rescue team have advised people in the neighbouring building to stay away till the debris is cleared.
Helped by railway staff, woman gives birth at Sir M Visvesvaraya Terminal in Bengaluru
BENGALURU: A woman waiting for a train gave birth to a baby boy on the platform at Sir M Visvesvaraya Terminal (SMVT) on Thursday morning, with timely assistance from co-passengers and railway staff. Both mother and newborn are reported to be in good health. The incident occurred when Archana Kumari, aged 23, a passenger bound for Hatia on Train No. 12836 SMVT Bengaluru-Hatia Express, experienced severe labour pain. RV Suresh Babu, on duty as part of the train squad, immediately alerted the commercial control for medical assistance. The deputy station master (commercial), along with Railway Protection Force (RPF) personnel and women railway staff, quickly shifted the woman to a safe and private enclosure within the station. At around 8.30 am, Archana Kumari delivered a baby boy. After the delivery, both mother and child were taken to CV Raman Hospital for further care. Archana Kumaris husband, Nishank Kumar, expressed gratitude to railway officials and staff for their timely intervention.
Younes Zarou, a German influencer, visited Church Street in Bengaluru. He alerted his fans on social media. A large crowd gathered to see him. Police had to rescue Zarou due to safety concerns. He was taken away in a police vehicle. Zarou thanked the police for their help. He assured officials he would not return without permission.
Bengaluru woman murders daughter, attempts suicide over frequent fights with husband
BENGALURU: Frustrated over frequent fights with her husband over financial issues, a 24-year-old woman killed her 20-month-old daughter by feeding her tea laced with insecticide and attempted suicide by consuming the same. The incident happened at Balajinagar in Thigalarapalya around 3 pm on Tuesday. The woman, identified as Chandrika, is undergoing treatment in a hospital while her daughter, L Charvi, died during treatment. The Byadarahalli police have registered a case of murder against her following a complaint from her husband. After consuming the insecticide-laced tea, Chandrika called her husband B Lokesh (40), a garments factory employee and informed him. Lokesh immediately rushed home and shifted his wife and daughter to hospital. Chandrika took the extreme step after her husband left for work after an argument with her. The woman is out of danger. As her child died, a murder case under Section 103(1) of BNS has been registered against her, said an officer.
In Bengaluru, two men, Gurumurthy and Gopikrishna, were shot in a police encounter after allegedly kidnapping and murdering 13-year-old Nischith A for ransom. The suspects, who attacked officers with a dagger, were apprehended near Bannerghatta. Nischith's body was found after he was abducted on Wednesday, leading to a police investigation and subsequent confrontation with the accused.
Following Ed Sheeran's impromptu gig incident, Church Street in Bengaluru witnessed similar disruptions caused by social media influencers. TikToker Noel Robinson was fined for public nuisance after dancing and obstructing traffic. German influencer Younes Zarou drew a massive crowd, prompting police intervention due to safety concerns, though no case was registered against him.
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A 13-year-old boy, Nischith A, was tragically found murdered in south Bengaluru after being abducted on Wednesday evening while returning from tuitions. His partially burnt body was discovered on Bannerghatta-Gottigere Road, following a ransom call to his parents.
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Karnataka aims to become Asias Quantum capital, as IT firms consider shifting base from Maharashtra
Seven lakes in Bengaluru set for revival; civic groups urge scientific vigilance
The lakes approaching completion include Kacharakanahalli Lake, Hulimavu Lake, Doddabidarakallu Lake, Gunjur Mouji Lake, Carmalaram Lake, Hoodi Giddanakere, and Vengaiahnakere (KR Puram Lake)
BIG move by Deepinder Goyal as his LAT Aerospace unveils plan to build indigenous...
Deepinder Goyal said that the startup would be creating a propulsion research team in Bengaluru for the purpose.
German Content Creator Causes Nuisance In Bengaluru, Let-Off With A Warning By Police
The Police officer stated Zarou was unaware of the stampede in Bengaluru city and he was convinced of the nuisance created in public. Zarou assured the police that he will not indulge in nuisance and leave for Mumbai from Bengaluru on Thursday evening.
Woman in Bengaluru duped of 15 lakh by Instagram friend posing as pilot
Government investment in science education, and allowing universities and institutes toparticipate in world-class science, will pay back many times over if it produces a local culture where innovation in quantum and other new technologies can flourish locally, with startups, etc
Conman dupes bank in Bengaluru by impersonating a software engineer
Accused availed himself of two credit cards from a private bank and cheated it of 25 lakh in six months
Karnataka's Deputy CM, DK Shivakumar, extends an invitation to IT companies seeking relocation from Maharashtra, assuring comprehensive infrastructure support. This follows concerns raised by Maharashtra's Ajit Pawar regarding infrastructure challenges in Pune's Hinjewadi tech hub, potentially driving companies to Bengaluru and Hyderabad. Kerala had also previously invited Bengaluru-based IT firms due to water scarcity concerns.
A rare blood group, CRIB, has been identified by scientists from India and the UK. The blood group was found in a 38-year-old woman from Kolar, near Bengaluru. CRIB is classified under the Cromer blood group system. The woman's blood was incompatible with all known donor samples. She underwent surgery without a transfusion. This discovery can help in critical care.
