Greater Bengaluru Authority launches e-Aasthi 2.0
Greater Bengaluru Development Minister Krishna Byre Gowda, who launched the system, said Bengaluru has more than 35 lakh properties, of which around 2324 lakh property records have already been digitised and draft e-Khatas issued.
Bengaluru: Governor Asks State Government to Reconsider Truncated Version of National Song
The Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India, has issued specific orders relating to the National Song and the National Anthem of India and has prescribed the official version of Vande Mataram for purposes of rendition.
Bengaluru triple murder: 2,085-page chargesheet filed against techie, live-in partner
Police have stated that further investigation will continue, and a supplementary chargesheet will be filed if additional evidence or findings emerge.
Shivakumar Lauds KEONICS' AI Initiative For Rural Children
Karnataka Chief Minister D K Shivakumar lauded KEONICS' initiative to provide AI-based KEO computers to rural children, marking the institution's golden jubilee. The KEO computers, developed in Karnataka, aim to bridge the digital divide. Shivakumar also highlighted government efforts to promote IT beyond Bengaluru, enhance industry-oriented skills, and digitise property records, emphasising the state's commitment to technology and skill development.
BJP, JDS walk out after heated exchanges in legislative council
Bengaluru: The second day of the Karnataka Legislative Councils special session witnessed a stormy debate on Tuesday, September 22, after a statement by KPCC president B.K. Hariprasad concerning Prime Minister Narendra Modi led to sharp protests from BJP members. The issue arose during a discussion on the farm loan waiver and the financial difficulties faced 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 .
22, 24 carat Gold prices down across metro cities on September 22
Interference with authority: Govt objects to HC choosing officers for SIT probe into KPSC case
Interference with authority: Govt objects to HC choosing officers for SIT probe into KPSC case Bengaluru: The Karnataka government on Tuesday objected to the High Court naming the officers for the Special Investigation Team (SIT) to probe the KPSC scam, stating that while the state was not objecting to the courts direction to set up [] The post Interference with authority: Govt objects to HC choosing officers for SIT probe into KPSC case appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Karnataka CM considering closing down KPSC in light of alleged irregularities in recruitment
He stated that thieves have joined the commission
KEONICS turns 50, takes Karnatakas tech story beyond Bengaluru
KEONICS marks 50 years with plans to expand technology infrastructure, AI skilling and digital services across Karnataka.
The Paradise: Court Restrains Circulation of Allegedly Defamatory Content Days Before Nani
Days before the theatrical release of Nani-starrer The Paradise, a Bengaluru court has restrained the circulation of specific allegedly false and defamatory content concerning the film. According to a report by Live Law cited by Hindustan Times, the XXXV Additional City Civil and Sessions Judge, Bengaluru, passed an ex parte ad interim injunction on September [] The post The Paradise: Court Restrains Circulation of Allegedly Defamatory Content Days Before Nanis Film Release appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Experts Caution Parents Against Viral Kids-Care Hacks
Dr. Sayed Mujahid, well known consultant pediatrician, neonatologist, and parenting coach based in Bangalore, Dr Ramya Nagaraj, Dermatologist and Aesthetic Physician, and KT Kids MD & CEO Dhruv Sayani join 100+ mom creators in Bengaluru to discuss children's product safety and ingredient consciousness
IAS officer Gyanendra Kumar Gangwar remanded to 6-day ED custody amid KPSC recruitment exam row
60.5 cr in an hour: 25 student startups turn investor heads in Bengaluru
25 student-led startups have secured soft funding commitments of around 60.5 crore at the first Masters' Union Ventures Demo Day in Bengaluru
Puravankara enters NCR with Rs 340 crore Greater Noida land buy, eyes Rs 5,200 crore GDV
Bengaluru-based Puravankara has entered the Delhi-NCR real estate market with the acquisition of a 13.44-acre Greater Noida land parcel for Rs 340 crore. The site has 4.57 million sq ft of saleable potential and an estimated Rs 5,200 crore GDV, making it the developers largest land transaction in FY27 so far.
0.6 Gram Seizure, 2,000 km Chase: How Kerala Police Cracked A Drug Network
Investigators continued examining phone records, financial transactions and movements patterns before tracing Tabu to Bengaluru, where he was arrested.
Gold rate today: Lets have a look at the latest 22k gold rates at Malabar Gold & Diamonds, Joyalukkas, Kalyan Jewellers and Tanishq in New Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata, Trivandrum and Bengaluru. Also see the updated indicative rates of 24k, 22k, 20k, 18k and 14k gold and 999-purity silver at the IBJA today.
Bengaluru Woman Shocked By Rs 60,000 Rent, Shares Struggles To Find A Home
Anamika said that although she has been living in Bengaluru for the past four to five years, house hunting has helped her know the city much better.
Illegal Sale of Arms Racket Busted, Seven Held Near Bengaluru
The first arrest in the case was made on August 14 during a patrol near Haldenahalli railway gate in Anekal, when police noticed a person later identified as Pradeep standing suspiciously with a bag
Man alleges fraud after paying Rs 60 lakh for PSI post
Yadgir: Eight people have been booked by Kembhavi police following a complaint alleging that Rs 60 lakh was collected from a man on the promise of securing a Police Sub-Inspector post for his relative. The complainant, Devendra from Tallalli (B) village in Surpur taluk, alleged that his brothers wife was preparing for the PSI recruitment 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 .
KPSC veterinary recruitment probe traces cash trail
Bengaluru: The CID investigation into alleged irregularities in the Karnataka Public Service Commissions recruitment of veterinary officers has uncovered a substantial money trail involving candidates, middlemen and officials, with investigators examining alleged payments made to secure government jobs. The probe has so far questioned around 40 candidates and traced financial transactions linked to the recruitment 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 Law and Society Committee (LawSoc) of the National Law School of India University (NLSIU), Bengaluru, has decided to call off the proposed screening of filmmaker Lalit Vachanis documentary Prisoner No. 626710 is Present, centred on jailed activist Umar Khalid. The student committee communicated the decision to the NLSIU student community after discussions with the [] The post NLSIU student committee cancels Umar Khalid Documentary screening citing threats of criminal action, harassment appeared first on India Legal .
Berger Paints ramps up expansion to fend off Birla Opus, JSW Dulux
Berger is strengthening teams in its weaker markets of Mumbai and Pune in the west, and Chennai and Bengaluru in the south
Bengaluru Traffic: City Witnesses Waterlogging On Several Roads After Heavy Rain
Heavy overnight rain caused waterlogging and traffic disruptions across Bengaluru, slowing movement near Thubarahalli, Varthur Kodi and BGS Flyover, while temperatures fell to 20.4C after 15.9 mm of...
Weather Forecast Today: Weather on September 22 is expected to remain mixed across India. Delhi is likely to stay dry, while Bengaluru and Hyderabad may receive rain. Gujarat faces thunderstorm activity, and parts of Maharashtra are under heavy rain warnings. Odisha and Coastal Andhra Pradesh face the strongest rainfall alerts.
The Paradise: Bengaluru court orders removal of targeted posts against film
A Bengaluru civil court has granted interim protection to Nani-starrer The Paradise after its makers flagged alleged coordinated posts targeting the film. The court ordered removal of specific URLs but clarified that genuine reviews and criticism remain unaffected
Can DK Shivakumar go beyond Bengaluru and become a mass leader?
Rain slows movement on several Bengaluru roads
Bengaluru Open 2026 Set to Tee Off with
The Bengaluru Open 2026 will feature 132 golfers competing for a 1 crore prize from September 22-25 at the Karnataka Golf Association. Bengaluru Open 2026 Set to Tee Off with 1 Crore Prize Fund
14yrs on, SC orders fresh probe into Dharmasthala rape-murder
Pavithra Gowda allotted another cell in Bengaluru Central Prison
Teachers oppose AI replacing third language in high schools in Karnataka
Ktaka govt to speed up UKP-3 land acquisition, compensation priority for affected families
Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Sep 21 (IANS) Karnataka Water Resources Minister N. Cheluvarayaswamy has directed officials to expedite compensation for beneficiaries whose land is pending acquisition under the first and second phases of the Upper Krishna Project (UKP), while beginning land acquisition for UKP Stage-3 on a proportionate basis as per government rules. The minister issued the directions during a meeting at Vidhana Soudha on Monday to discuss acquisition of land belonging to 184 villages expected to be submerged by the backwaters of the Almatti reservoir. He instructed officials to follow government guidelines and strictly avoid arbitrary decisions. Ministers and legislators from constituencies under the project area may also submit written suggestions regarding various stages of acquisition. Cheluvarayaswamy said the government had already fixed compensation rates per acre under an order issued last year. If officials are confused about building compensation, they should write to the department for clarification. He added that the issue would be brought to the Chief Ministers notice for appropriate guidelines. The responsibility of identifying land for rehabilitation has been entrusted to gram panchayats. Cheluvarayaswamy also warned of legal action over allegations of sale agreements involving rehabilitation centres for amounts running into crores of rupees. A separate meeting on R.C. shelters will be convened shortly in the interest of project-affected families. Officials held detailed discussions on prioritising 79 villages where acquisition is already at various stages among the 184 villages facing submergence. The government will take up acquisition of another 87 villages, for which notifications are yet to be issued, based on flood-affected status. In contrast, villages in the final stage will be considered later. The government has set a target of distributing compensation for around 15,000 acres out of the total 75,563 acres this year. Of the 5,600 acres in Babaleshwar, compensation should be provided immediately for at least 1,000 acres, Minister M.B. Patil urged. He pointed out that although funds had already been released for 18 villages, those in Vijayapura district were not included. Responding, Cheluvarayaswamy assured that the proposed Rs 3,000 crore would be distributed equally among six Assembly constituencies covered by the project, with Rs 500 crore allocated to each. The UKP Stage-3 envisages raising the height of the Almatti dam gates from 519.60 metres to 524.256 metres, enabling storage of an additional 100 TMC of water, besides implementing nine sub-projects. The project requires acquisition of 1,33,867 acres of land. Compensation, earlier fixed at Rs 2 lakh per acre, was increased last year to Rs 40 lakh per acre for irrigated land and Rs 30 lakh per acre for dry land. Land acquisition has already been completed in 18 villages, while acquisition remains pending for 71,284 acres covering 166 villages. Some court cases are being resolved through Lok Adalats. Ministers Vijanand Kashappanavar and Laxman Savadi, former minister R.B. Thimmapur, Water Resources Department Additional Chief Secretary Gaurav Gupta and senior officials of Krishna Bhagya Jala Nigam Limited (KBJNL) attended the meeting. Later, Cheluvarayaswamy held a meeting on land acquisition in Govindapalli and Karadigudda villages in Devadurga taluk, affected by the backwaters of Ramadurga tank. He assured farmers that steps would be taken regarding compensation. Officials were directed to study the affected villages and submit a report for providing compensation for 243.43 acres of land.
Bengaluru, Chandigarh girls win basketball competition
South Bengaluru to face Cauvery water supply disruption today
Train mows down student using earphones, locals demand footbridge
Ktaka BJP urges NGT extension for Kasturirangan survey
Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Sep 21 (IANS) Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) State President B.Y. Vijayendra on Monday urged the Karnataka government to seek a one-year extension from the National Green Tribunal (NGT) to conduct a physical survey of areas covered under the Kasturirangan report, instead of merely passing a resolution against the Centre during the special Assembly session. Speaking in the session, Vijayendra said the government should take the lead in protecting the Western Ghats as well as farmers, families and livelihoods in forest-fringe areas. The Western Ghats must be protected, rivers must be protected, and the environment must be protected. At the same time, the people living on the forest fringes, farmers and their livelihoods must also be protected. It is the responsibility of the government to strike a balance between the two, he said. He stressed that the session should not be used merely to level allegations against the Centre but should provide a platform to find a permanent solution to the concerns of people living in the affected areas. Passing a resolution and sending it to the Centre will not solve the problem. We have to see what happens before the NGT and also face the judicial process. Therefore, the state government must move forward with complete preparation, he said. Vijayendra questioned the reliance on satellite surveys conducted several years ago, saying land-use patterns and ground realities had changed considerably. He argued that plantations, agricultural land, forests and settlements must be verified on the ground before decisions affecting peoples lives are taken. He demanded that Environmentally Sensitive Area (ESA) maps at the survey-number level be prepared for all 1,476 villages under the Kasturirangan proposal and made available to the public in Kannada. He suggested that the Revenue and Forest departments jointly conduct the survey with gram panchayats and local representatives, and that special gram sabhas be held in every affected village to record residents views. Vijayendra said it would not be possible to complete such a large-scale survey and prepare documentation before the October 25 deadline. He urged the government to deploy a strong legal team before the NGT and seek at least one year to complete the exercise. Get an extension, conduct the physical survey, prepare an alternative map, obtain resolutions from the gram sabhas and formulate clear measures to protect peoples livelihoods. Then submit a comprehensive report before the NGT, he said. He also called for time-bound disposal of pending applications under Bagair Hukum and Section 94A provisions to address concerns of people living on forest fringes. He suggested setting up a separate task force to resolve disputes relating to forest and revenue boundaries. Vijayendra urged the government to take seriously complaints that forest officials were causing unnecessary difficulties for residents. People are already facing conflict with wild animals. At the same time, a situation of conflict with forest officials has also developed. There are complaints that people face difficulties even in bringing firewood for funerals and constructing toilets. The Chief Minister has said that he would tighten the screws on officials. That should now be implemented, he said. He criticised ruling party legislators and ministers for undertaking padayatras with people over the Kasturirangan issue while the government maintained that it would not politicise the matter. Do not turn peoples concerns into a political programme. Work to find solutions to their problems, he said. Vijayendra concluded that the Western Ghats, forest-fringe villages and livelihoods must all be protected while ensuring development. The Western Ghats must be protected. The villages on the forest fringes must survive, peoples lives and livelihoods must be protected, and development must continue. The state government should act immediately instead of simply passing a resolution and washing its hands of the issue, he said.
2.3km Hebbal tunnel to gobble up 1,128 trees. Or, 490 trees for 1km of quick travel
What Bhupen Hazarikas harmonium tells us about the man behind the music
As India marks the birth centenary of Bhupen Hazarika, the Indian Music Experience Museum in Bengaluru has added one of the legendary musicians personal harmoniums to its permanent collection. Museum Director Preema John speaks about the instruments intimate connection to Hazarikas creative process, the value of preserving musical artefacts, and what his legacy adds to the story of Indias musical heritage.
Karnataka high court stays deferment of revised minimum wages
State owes sanctioned subsidies, incentives worth 2,880 crore to 3,716 industrial units: KASSIA
Timely resolution of MSME concerns will strengthen investor confidence and improve the ease of doing business in the State, says trade body president, Ninganna Biradar
Shivamogga IS conspiracy case: Accused gets 6 years of rigorous imprisonment
BJP, JD(S) legislators sing all six stanzas of Vande Mataram
Bengaluru Court Orders Action Against Targeted Posts on Nanis The Paradise
The producers argued that this was not normal audience feedback but a deliberate attempt to ruin the film reputation and hurt its box office collections.
Faulty estimates, costlier roads: CAG pulls up PWD over Rs 34.9 crore inflated costs
Drugs racket kingpins pharmacy stayed open after raid, health officer suspended
Iconic Kannada play Mukhyamantri set for 900th show
Airfares to Kolkata are set to surge around Durga Puja, with tickets for October 16 priced 71% higher than fares for the following week, according to an analysis of 53 domestic routes. The median fare for flights into Kolkata on October 16 stood at Rs 14,117, compared with Rs 8,259 for the following week, while Chennai, Mumbai and Bengaluru recorded the steepest increases.
Promised 980% returns, Bluru man loses Rs 1.3cr to fake IPO scheme
Karnataka Public Service Commission scam is fraud upon Constitution: High court
Ktaka Dy CM urges council to take objective stand on Kasturirangan report
Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Sep 21 (IANS) Deputy Chief Minister and Revenue Minister G. Parameshwara on Monday urged the Karnataka Legislative Council to take an objective stand on the Kasturirangan report after discussing its advantages and disadvantages, stressing the need to protect both the environment and the livelihoods of people living in the Western Ghats. Participating in the discussion, Parameshwara said Karnataka had repeatedly rejected the report, but the Centre kept issuing draft notifications. We have to protect the environment while also protecting the interests of people living in the Western Ghats and future generations. The survival of mountain ranges such as the Western Ghats, Eastern Ghats, Aravallis, Vindhyas and the Himalayas is linked to our own survival. At the same time, we must protect the lives and livelihoods of people who have been living there for generations, he said. He recalled that the Western Ghats Ecology Expert Panel headed by Madhav Gadgil was constituted by the Union Ministry of Environment and Forests in 2010 under the Environment Protection Act, 1986. The panel submitted its report on August 30, 2011, identifying 1,29,037 sq km of the Western Ghats and classifying the area into three ecological sensitivity zones. Following opposition from state governments, local people and elected representatives, the Centre constituted an 11-member High Level Working Group headed by K. Kasturirangan in August 2012 to review the Gadgil committee report. The group submitted its report on April 15, 2013, recommending around 59,940 sq km across six states as Ecologically Sensitive Areas. In Karnataka, the Kasturirangan report identified 20,668 sq km as an Ecologically Sensitive Area covering 1,576 villages across 10 districts and 33 taluks, including Belagavi, Uttara Kannada, Shivamogga, Udupi, Chikkamagaluru, Dakshina Kannada, Hassan, Kodagu, Mysuru and Chamarajanagar. Parameshwara said the recommendations included a ban on new mining, quarrying and sand mining activities, while existing mining leases were to be phased out within five years. Restrictions were also proposed on new thermal power projects and expansion of certain red industries. The report also proposed restrictions on new large construction projects, townships and area development projects, while permitting new hydropower projects subject to conditions, including a minimum distance of three kilometres between projects. He said Karnataka had been opposing the report since 2014 because of concerns over its impact on the lives and development of people in the Western Ghats. A Cabinet sub-committee was constituted in 2014 and visited Western Ghats districts during January and February 2015. It held public meetings, collected peoples views, and submitted a report, which the state government accepted and communicated to the Centre. Parameshwara said the state had subsequently written to the Centre on several occasions opposing the Kasturirangan recommendations and successive draft notifications. He noted that the Centre constituted another committee headed by Sanjay Kumar on April 18, 2022. The committee visited Karnataka in May that year and was informed of the states objections. It is carrying out satellite-based surveys as well as physical verification of residential areas, plantations and agricultural land located amid forests. According to Parameshwara, the Kasturirangan report had identified 20,668 sq km in Karnataka. After correcting technical errors, the area would come down to 19,252.16 sq km. Of this, 16,114.08 sq km is already covered under national parks, wildlife sanctuaries, reserve forests and other protected categories, leaving 3,108.08 sq km for further consideration. He said village-wise verification and survey-number-wise mapping should be undertaken to establish the actual ground situation and submit the findings to the Centre. We have to protect the Western Ghats as well as the lives of the people who have lived there for thousands of years. If the environment is protected, the lives of the people living there can also be protected, Parameshwara said, urging the Council to discuss the issue and offer suggestions to help the government take further decisions.
Kerala: UDF Ministers face questions over VIP privileges
Digital Desk | Thiruvananthapuram, Sep 21 (IANS) The controversy over the foreign trips of ministers in the four-month-old V.D. Satheesan government has opened up a wider debate about the line between private hospitality and public office, with the Chief Ministers chartered flight and a ministers use of a friends luxury car adding to the discussion. Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala was the first to come under scrutiny after travelling to the US with his family. He later clarified that the trip was not at government expense but was paid for by the organisers of the events he attended. He said he had travelled to Chicago to attend the wedding of the son of a longtime associate. Sports Minister O.J. Jeneesh has now offered a similar defence of his overseas trips. He said there was no reason to turn private travel by ministers into a controversy and maintained that his trips did not involve a waste of taxpayers money. He added that the organisations that invited him had covered the travel expenses. The issue, however, goes beyond who pays the airfare. Ministers, by virtue of their office, inevitably have access to people and organisations seeking government decisions, assistance or influence. Accepting hospitality from private individuals or organisations can therefore raise questions of propriety even when there is no direct cost to the exchequer. The controversy over Local Self-Government Minister K.M. Shajis use of a friends Range Rover has sharpened that question. Shaji said he had obtained the luxury vehicle with the necessary permissions and had used it occasionally even before becoming a minister. He challenged the media to examine his actions. The issue has now reached Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan. Satheesan travelled to Malappuram on Monday in a chartered aircraft brought from Bengaluru after the police helicopter contract expired. SFI state secretary P.S. Sanjeev has questioned the acceptance of such private sponsorship, calling it a serious violation of the oath of office. Taken together, the episodes have shifted the debate from the simple question of who paid for a trip or vehicle to the larger issue of how those with money, connections and interests interact with those holding political power.
Bengaluru: Assistant drug controller suspended in counterfeit drug case
Bengaluru: Assistant drug controller suspended in counterfeit drug case
KPSC veterinary officers scam: K
KPSC veterinary officers scam: Ktaka HC orders SIT, report in 100 days Bengaluru: The Karnataka High Court on Monday ordered the formation of a Special Investigation Team (SIT), headed by senior IPS officer Alok Kumar, to probe the alleged scam in the recruitment of veterinary officers conducted by the Karnataka Public Service Commission (KPSC). The [] The post KPSC veterinary officers scam: Ktaka HC orders SIT, report in 100 days appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Ktaka: NIA court sentences IS terrorist to 6 years imprisonment
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 21 (IANS) A Special Court of the National Investigation Agency (NIA) has sentenced Huzair Farhan Baig alias Huzair to six years of rigorous imprisonment (RI) and imposed a fine of Rs 58,000 in connection with a terror conspiracy case linked to the proscribed terrorist organisation Islamic State (IS), the agency said on Monday. The case, relating to an IS module operating in Karnatakas Shivamogga district, was initially registered by the Karnataka Police on September 19, 2022. The NIA subsequently took over the investigation and re-registered the case on November 15, 2022. According to the NIA, the investigation revealed an IS module operating clandestinely in Thirthahalli town of Shivamogga district. The accused were allegedly mentored and guided by an online handler using the name Colonel, later identified as Mohammed Shaheed Faisal, an absconding accused in several NIA terror cases. The agency alleged that Faisal was radicalising and recruiting youths to propagate IS ideology and further terrorist activities in India. Investigations revealed that Baig was radicalised and recruited by co-accused Maaz Muneer Ahmed and Syed Yasin. On Ahmeds instructions, Baig arranged a hideout in Bengaluru for terrorist activities. The NIA further said Baig received funds in the form of cryptocurrency in accounts belonging to his friends. The cryptocurrency was converted into fiat currency and used to make payments related to the hideout. Ahmed arranged the funds through the online handler. The NIA said it has filed four chargesheets against 12 accused persons in the case so far. Three of the accused have already been convicted and sentenced to six years of rigorous imprisonment along with fines. The agency added that it continues to trace and identify the whereabouts of Mohammed Shaheed Faisal, the online handler who allegedly planned and conspired to establish the module involved in the case.
Higher passenger flow: Bengaluru airport to upgrade automated call enquiries
Bengaluru Court Sentences Another Accused in ISIS Conspiracy Case
A special court in Bengaluru has sentenced Huzair Farhan Beg to six years in prison for his involvement in an ISIS-related terror plot. Bengaluru Court Sentences Another Accused in ISIS Conspiracy Case
Boys murder: 2nd accused arrested from AP
Apparel Group betting big on Ben Sherman as strategic growth driver
As part of the initial store rollout, the company has opened stores in Surat , Indore, Greater Noida West, Lucknow, Thane, Delhi, Bengaluru and Dehradun
Dhoni Part Of Decision Making Team To Appoint Zaheer As Head Coach, Says CSK MD Viswanathan
European T20 Premier League: The legendary MS Dhoni was actively involved in the decision to appoint former India pacer Zaheer Khan as the new head coach of Chennai Super Kings (CSK), said the franchises managing director Kasi Viswanathan. Five-time champions CSK on Monday named Zaheer, 47, as their head coach for IPL 2027 and fill the high-profile vacancy left by ex-New Zealand skipper Stephen Fleming, who parted ways with the franchise after an 18-year association. Apart from Dhoni, other CSK cricket management members included owner Rupa Gurunath and skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad. See, basically, the cricket management took this decision. They wanted Mr. Zaheer Khan as the head coach based on his experience. He has played over 100 games in IPL and was an all-round player. So, they preferred that he will be a good option for them and we abided by what the cricket management wanted. Definitely, he (MS Dhoni) was part of the decision when this was taken. Without his advice, we don't do anything, Viswanathan said to IANS on Monday. When asked about Dhoni's future as a player, after he didnt play a single game for CSK in IPL 2026 due to fitness issues, Viswanathan said, See, basically, he continues to be a player for us. That is the only thing I can say. Viswanathan also confirmed that Zaheer, a member of 2011 ODI World Cup winning team, will have complete autonomy in picking his backroom staff. He will decide on the support staff, he said. As of now, CSKs support staff includes Mike Hussey, Sridharan Sriram, Rajiv Kumar, Eric Simons and James Foster. Zaheer, who was previously a trainee at the MRF Pace Foundation in Chennai, previously served as Director of Cricket Operations and Head of Global Development at Mumbai Indians from 2018 to 2022, before taking up a mentoring role with Lucknow Super Giants in IPL 2025. As a left-arm pacer, Zaheer turned out for Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Mumbai Indians, and Delhi Capitals, claiming 102 wickets in 100 matches at an average of 27.27. But this will be the first time Zaheer will be the head coach of a cricket team, and he can solely focus on CSK due to him having no other franchise T20 cricket coaching commitments. Outside of coaching and mentoring, Zaheer co-owns Antwerp Anchors in the European T20 Premier League in Belgium, Jaffna Kings in the Lanka Premier League (LPL) in Sri Lanka and Vancouver Anchors in the Super60 league in Canada. When quizzed on how long the negotiations happened before Zaheer agreed to join the yellow brigade, Viswanathan chose to keep details under wraps. That is the process everybody goes through. Those are all things which we need not tell, he said. The search for Fleming's successor was far from simple, especially with 2027 being the final season of a three-year cycle. It is understood that extensive conversations happened with various candidates once Fleming left CSK and became England mens Test head coach. When quizzed on how long the negotiations happened before Zaheer agreed to join the yellow brigade, Viswanathan chose to keep details under wraps. That is the process everybody goes through. Those are all things which we need not tell, he said. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Zaheer's immediate task will be to map out the team's retention strategy and targeted players ahead of the mini-auction in December. Having missed out on the play-offs for three consecutive seasons, all eyes will be on whether CSK will make a strong return in 2027 season before the next mega auction happens. Article Source: IANS
Gang Attacks Public Without Provocation In Two Locations In Bengaluru
Four accused persons have been identified and 3 teams have been constituted to nab the accused persons: Police
Foreign Secy Misri, Japanese MPs discuss political and economic issues of shared interest
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 21 (IANS) Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri held a meeting with visiting Japanese Members of Parliament from the ruling-Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) in New Delhi on Monday, with discussions held on political and economic issues of shared interest. The Japanese MPs delegation led by House of Representatives Member Taro Kono is on a visit to India as part of the Ministry of External Affairs' (MEA) Distinguished Visitors Programme (DVP). The other three Japanese MPs in the delegation include Karen Makishima, Kenji Nakanishi, and Sako Yamamoto. Japanese Ambassador to India, Ono Keiichi, was also present at the meeting. I am pleased to have had the opportunity today to exchange views with the members of the Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) parliamentary delegation to India, led by House of Representatives member Taro Kono, who is currently visiting India as part of the Indian Ministry of External Affairs' Distinguished Visitors Programme. In the meeting, we exchanged opinions on a wide range of issues in the political and economic fields of interest to both India and Japan, the Indian Embassy in Japan quoted Misri as saying while giving details about the meeting. Prior to travelling to New Delhi, Japanese lawmakers visited the Indian Institute of Science (IISC), the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), and Bharat Electronics Limited in Bengaluru as part of the India-Japan visit programme. The Indian Embassy in Japan said on Sunday that this exchange reflects the depth of ongoing cooperation between the two nations and the possibilities for the future. This India-Japan Visit Program began in Bengaluru, where the members of parliament visited the Indian Institute of Science (IISC), the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), and Bharat Electronics Limited, the Indian Embassy in Japan posted on X. India-Japan cooperation in the fields of AI, technology, space, defence, and startups is an important aspect of the special strategic global partnership between the two countries, and this exchange reflects the depth of ongoing cooperation and the possibilities for the future, it added. According to the Embassy, India-Japan visit programme aims to inform Japanese MPs about the latest developments in India, allow them to experience the local situation and provide opportunities for direct interaction with relevant stakeholders. As part of the India-Japan Visit Program, Japanese lawmakers from the Liberal Democratic Party, including Representative Taro Kono, Representative Karen Makishima, Representative Kenji Nakanishi, and Representative Sako Yamamoto, are visiting India this week. This program aims to inform members of parliament about the latest developments in India, allow them to experience the local situation firsthand, and provide opportunities for direct interaction with relevant stakeholders, the Indian Embassy in Japan said on X.
KAS Group eyes 2,500 crore order book in 3 years as semicon equipment demand rises
Bengaluru group plans 250-crore Dholera push for quartz parts as revenue mix shifts from solar to semiconductors
21-year-old man booked in Karnataka for taking away and marrying girl, 17
Bengaluru: Congress MLA H.K. Patil to Wait Till October 2 for Gadag Drought-Hit Status
Patil said he would take a decision on quitting as MLA between October 2 and October 10 if his demand is not considered.
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Ex-India Fast Bowler Zaheer Khan Appointed Chennai Super Kings Head Coach For IPL 2027
CSK Managing Director KS Viswanathan: Five-time Indian Premier League (IPL) champions Chennai Super Kings (CSK) on Monday appointed former India left-arm fast bowler Zaheer Khan as their new head coach for the 2027 season. Zaheer replaces Stephen Fleming, who stepped down earlier this year after the side failed to reach playoffs for a third straight time. It also brought an end to Flemings 18-year association with the franchise and since then, he has taken over as the head coach of the England mens Test team. It's an honour to be a part of one of the most successful teams in the history of the IPL. As a cricketer, I have faced CSK on the field and have thoroughly enjoyed the contests. The atmosphere created by the Superfans at Chepauk make it even more special. I can't wait to join the legacy franchise with such a rich history, Zaheer said in a statement by the franchise on Monday. During a distinguished 14-year international career, Zaheer represented India in 92 Tests, 200 ODIs, and 17 T20Is, picking up 610 wickets across formats. In the IPL, the veteran left-arm bowler turned out for Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Mumbai Indians, and Delhi Capitals, claiming 102 wickets in 100 matches at an average of 27.27. We are pleased to confirm Zaheer Khan as the Head Coach for Chennai Super Kings. Zaheer's distinguished playing career and proven ability to nurture young talent make him a valuable addition to our setup. We are confident that his guidance will help strengthen the core of this franchise, said CSK owner Rupa Gurunath. Zaheer, a key architect of Indias 2011 ODI World Cup-winning campaign, brings a wealth of tactical acumen and coaching experience to CSK. He previously served as Director of Cricket Operations and Head of Global Development at Mumbai Indians, before taking up a mentoring role with Lucknow Super Giants in IPL 2025. He also conducted a fast-bowling camp for various pacers in India A, U19 and targeted pool at the BCCI Centre of Excellence (CoE) in Bengaluru earlier this year. The decision to appoint Zaheer comes after extensive conversations happened with various candidates once Fleming left the CSK fold. Zaheer, a key architect of Indias 2011 ODI World Cup-winning campaign, brings a wealth of tactical acumen and coaching experience to CSK. He previously served as Director of Cricket Operations and Head of Global Development at Mumbai Indians, before taking up a mentoring role with Lucknow Super Giants in IPL 2025. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories As a player, Zaheer was one of the key reasons for India's success in the 2000s. He's one of the finest cricketing brains and we look forward to having him in our family, said CSK Managing Director KS Viswanathan. Article Source: IANS
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Pralhad Joshi warns Ktaka govt over Vande Mataram row
Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Sep 21 (IANS) Union Education Minister Pralhad Joshi on Monday warned that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) would raise the issue in Parliament against the Karnataka Congress government for restricting the rendition of Vande Mataram to only two stanzas. Speaking to the media in Delhi, Joshi alleged that the Congress government in Karnataka was following an antinational approach and running a Tughlaqstyle administration by issuing arbitrary and allegedly unlawful orders. He said the decision to restrict the singing of Vande Mataram to two stanzas at Vidhana Soudha insulted national pride and added that the BJP would raise its voice against the move in Parliament. Congress has completely shed its mask of fake patriotism. Restricting Vande Mataram to only two stanzas and singing it in this manner is highly condemnable and shameful, Joshi said, attacking the state government. The Union Minister also criticised Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumars administration, saying that people of Karnataka had not expected such a move. He questioned why the Congress had so much hostility towards the national song and alleged that the state governments action amounted to disrespecting the legislation brought during the recent Parliament session for the protection of national honour. Joshi further alleged that the Karnataka government was compromising the countrys pride to appease the Congress leadership at the national level. He said such orders would undermine the identity and dignity associated with the nation. Indias pride cannot be erased through such Tughlaqstyle orders. The people of Karnataka will certainly teach the Congress government a fitting lesson for this act, Joshi said. It can be noted that BJP and JD(S) MLAs on Monday sang the full version of Vande Mataram inside the Karnataka Legislature, defying the state governments directive to restrict the rendition to two stanzas. The rendition began soon after Speaker G.S. Patil took his Chair. After the first two stanzas were sung, the official rendition was stopped. However, BJP and JD(S) members continued singing the remaining portions of the national song. Members continued with the full song even as the Speaker began reading the Preamble to the Constitution. They later concluded the rendition with slogans of Jai Hind. The development came amid a controversy over the governments decision to restrict the official rendition of Vande Mataram to two stanzas during the ongoing Assembly session. BJP leaders had opposed the decision and said they would sing the full song in the Legislature.
After Tulu language recognition, SDPI seeks official language status for Urdu in Karnataka
Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Sep 21 (IANS) Following the recent decision to recognise Tulu as an additional official language in Mangaluru and Udupi districts, the Social Democratic Party of India (SDPI) has demanded that the state government grant official language status to Urdu across Karnataka. In an open letter to Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar, SDPI Karnataka State president Abdul Majeed on Monday said recognising languages, cultures and linguistic identities was essential to strengthening Karnatakas pluralistic and democratic traditions. The Karnataka Cabinet recently approved the use of Tulu as an additional official language for administrative purposes in Karnataka and Udupi. Majeed said Urdu had a long-standing presence in Karnataka and had contributed significantly to the states linguistic and cultural diversity. He pointed to its literary tradition, newspapers and publications, educational institutions and cultural and historical legacy. Citing 2011 Census data, Majeed said Urdu was among the major mother tongues recorded in Karnataka. He also referred to 2024-25 school education data, according to which there were 3,934 government Urdu-medium schools and 302 aided Urdu-medium schools in the state. He said the decline in student enrolment in Urdu-medium schools required immediate attention and urged the government to strengthen such institutions by providing adequate infrastructure, educational facilities and other necessary amenities. Karnataka is a multilingual state and respecting the rights of one language should not become a reason to deny the rights of another, the SDPI said, according to its representation. Majeed said Kannada was the principal language of Karnataka and deserved its rightful place, but recognition of other languages spoken by substantial sections of the population would not diminish the status of Kannada. He argued that if Tulu, which has deep cultural and historical roots in coastal Karnataka, could receive additional official language recognition, the same principle should be extended to Urdu, which has a significant number of speakers and an established educational and literary presence in the state. The SDPI cited Article 345 of the Constitution, which empowers a state legislature to adopt, through law, one or more languages in use in the state for all or any official purposes. Majeed also cited Telangana as an example of multilingual governance, where Urdu has been recognised as a second official language. He said Karnataka could develop an administrative framework suited to its linguistic diversity. The SDPI also urged the government to protect the educational rights of linguistic minorities and ensure that Urdu-medium schools receive adequate teachers, infrastructure and other facilities. The party said its demand for Urdu recognition was not against the development or recognition of Tulu, but was aimed at ensuring equal consideration for the linguistic and educational rights of Urdu-speaking people in Karnataka.
CM Yadav, Scindia to lead MPs telecom investor outreach in Bengaluru
Digital Desk | Bhopal, Sep 21 (IANS) Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav and Union Communications Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia will jointly lead the states investor outreach in Bengaluru on Tuesday (September 22), seeking investments in the Telecom Manufacturing Zone (TMZ) being developed in Gwalior. Yadav and Scindia will attend an Investors Round Table with leading telecom companies and investors at Taj Bengaluru, focusing on investment opportunities in the Gwalior TMZ and developing a wider telecom and electronics manufacturing ecosystem in the state. According to the Madhya Pradesh government, Yadav will brief investors on opportunities available in the zone, industrial policies, incentives and support being offered. Through this interaction, investors will be informed about the investment opportunities available in the Gwalior Telecom Manufacturing Zone, industrial policies and the support provided by the state government, the government said in a statement. The meeting will also explore possibilities for research, innovation and expansion of allied industries linked to telecom equipment manufacturing. Additional Chief Secretary Neeraj Mandloi and senior officials from the Department of Telecommunications will present the TMZ, its key features, and the policy support available to investors. Representatives of leading telecom companies will share their experiences, while companies interested in the Gwalior zone will discuss investment proposals and requirements. The Chief Minister will address investors queries and suggestions and highlight the state governments commitment to investment in Madhya Pradesh and the support available to investors, the statement added. Scindias participation will bring the Centre and the state government together with industry representatives to discuss the development of the Gwalior manufacturing hub and prospects for the telecom sector. The government is also looking to leverage Bengalurus technology ecosystem to build research and technology partnerships for the Gwalior zone. During his visit, Yadav will tour Qualcomms R&D centre, Signalchip Innovations and Signaltron Systems to understand developments in telecom research, innovation and technology. The visits aim to explore possible collaboration between Bengaluru-based technology companies and the proposed manufacturing zone in Gwalior.
Centre acting as per NGT order: Ktaka BJP on Kasturirangan report
Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Sep 21 (IANS) The Central government has issued a notification to implement the Kasturirangan report as per the National Green Tribunal (NGT) order and has not taken a voluntary decision on its own, senior Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader and Leader of the Opposition R. Ashoka said on Monday. Speaking in the Legislative Assembly during a special session called to discuss the Kasturirangan report and drought, Ashoka advised the state government to conduct a ground-level survey and appoint competent lawyers to make a convincing case in court. He warned that implementation of the report would cause great hardship to farmers. Ashoka said Congress ministers should stop claiming the Prime Minister issued the order, stressing that there should be no politics in this. He added that the NDA government had not issued the order, which was based on court directions. He suggested Karnataka follow Keralas model, where the government conducted a ground-level survey, identified plantations and houses, and submitted a report to the NGT and Centre, which reduced the extent of the ecologically sensitive area. Ashoka pointed out that Karnataka has 1,576 villages covering 20,668 sq km under the ecologically sensitive area mentioned in the Kasturirangan report, the largest among states. He said satellite imagery had wrongly classified fields and coffee plantations as forest, creating problems for lakhs of farmers in ten districts. He noted that lack of coordination between the Forest and Revenue departments was preventing road construction in villages. Even if a bridge collapses in the monsoon, it cannot be repaired; electricity connections cannot be given. If the Forest Department creates a buffer zone, difficulties will increase further, he said. Ashoka urged the government to prepare a ground-level survey report, submit it to the Centre and NGT, and appoint lawyers with environmental expertise to argue in the Supreme Court. He cautioned that if the state government failed to act, the NGT would direct the Centre to implement the report. Highlighting the importance of the Western Ghats, Ashoka said the region covers 1,64,280 sq km across six states, absorbs 40 lakh tonnes of carbon, and is home to eight biodiversity hotspots and more than 325 species. He recalled that the Madhav Gadgil Committee, formed in 2010, had recommended stringent restrictions. Still, protests led to the constitution of the Kasturirangan Committee, which suggested declaring 37 per cent (59,940 sq km) as ecologically sensitive. Ashoka said the Goa Foundation has been pressing for implementation of the Gadgil report and has approached the Supreme Court. He noted that the NGT has directed that the 2017 notification should not be altered and the Centre has issued notifications multiple times as per tribunal directions. He added that the Centre has now formed a committee headed by Sanjay Kumar, with a term till 2027.
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Ahead Of Facing Australia A, How N Jagadeesan Stopped Chasing And Started Enjoying His Cricket
Chennai Super Kings: N Jagadeesan used to begin each domestic season by calculating numbers in his head. These many in the first game and second match will be needed by the season's end so that the selectors would find it hard to look past him. The method was sound in the quest to play for India, but it was also ruining him. I was very motivated to be part of the Indian team and in terms of being part of the Indian team, the things what I wanted to do in the domestic circuit was something which I had thought even before the season had started. I had my own goals as to how many runs I need to score in first game and second game, how much do I score? But when you actually have a plan of that sort, it is more often than not that it doesn't go to your plan and all of a sudden, when it doesn't go to your plan, you feel a lot of pressure. Once the pressure hits you, you no longer play your game and you don't enjoy the sport. You just end up taking the pressure too much and not expressing yourself on the field. So, I feel there was a time in my career where I felt that I was taking a lot of pressure - thinking of selections, my result, the amount of runs I am scoring and stuff. So, that was really taxing on me and it wasn't the best feeling I had because the love for the sport had not been there. So, the only thing what I wanted to do was to get the love back of the sport because the day I started playing cricket was just to enjoy the sport as it is and not think about anything else, Jagadeesan told IANS in a chat ahead of India A's series against Australia A, which begins in Puducherry on Tuesday. Needing a mindset shift and regaining the joy of playing cricket, Jagadeesan found a mentor in former India batter and his ex-Chennai Super Kings team-mate Robin Uthappa. At some point, Uthappa mentioned something about Jagadeesans stance and weight transfer. Though both soon went out once CSK released them, Jagadeesan remembered it and implemented it in his batting. In the 2022/23 Vijay Hazare Trophy, Jagadeesan was in a magical run-making spree - 830 runs in eight games with five hundreds. After hitting the fifth century, his phone rang. It was Uthappa on the other side and asking what he had done to his batting to get these monstrous runs. Jagadeesan, unable to work out why a player of that standing would bother, told him about the advice he gave which he implemented. With no band-aid of an IPL contract, Jagadeesan wanted a mentor who had been inside the India set-up and would help him achieve his ambition a perfect setting for Uthappa, a member of 2007 T20 World Cup winning team, to come in. We were just talking about life and all of a sudden, I just asked him, I really want to have someone who actually mentors me. I want to play for India - that's my goal. I want someone who can guide me through the journey to play for India and out of nowhere, he was like, you know what, buddy? I am actually looking for someone and I want to give back to the game, he recalled. Uthappa put him on a call the next day and began speaking almost constantly for a week. By having my own process, creating, how I look at life on a daily basis. These are the things in nature that I had a solid foundation on and then came technical stuff. So, in those manner, the last three years have been a blessing for me with Robin in my life and he has actually made me a different person altogether. He no longer uses the word mentor to describe Uthappa. He is family to me right now and we are very close. No matter what it is, it is not just cricket. But if there is anything in my life also, I would go to him for sure. Ask what enjoyment means and he also points at the sports he is not paid to play. Let's say if I got to play golf or paddle, I don't go there to win-win-win. It is just about enjoyment for me. But I am doing something which I love and that's playing a sport which is cricket. So, I need to be really grateful for playing this sport and very important to give credit to a lot of people for allowing me to be in this sport. That's when I feel the joy for the sport goes down. Seriousness is there for sure, but I feel the greediness to be in another place takes over and it becomes all compiled together saying that I want to be there, I want to be there. But in the process, you just forget to enjoy, he added. In 2025, Jagadeesan, who via making 816 and 674 runs in 2023/24 and 2024/25 Ranji Trophy seasons for Tamil Nadu, got into India A and targeted players pool, was at home in Coimbatore and eating lunch, when a BCCI official rang to seek his passport details. He was told he might be required in England for the fifth Test at The Oval as a replacement for Rishabh Pant, who fractured his right foot in Manchester. It was out of the blue. But at the same time, even at that point of time, it wasn't like I was resting or something. I was still doing my own process and practicing. It was a constant run for me. It has become my everyday life that I always try to practice each and every day. Whether there is a tournament or not, it is very important for me to stay prepared because you really don't know when the opportunity is going to knock your door. As usual, my life routines were the same and out of the blue, I got this call from someone. Before I knew it, I was there in the Indian team. Though Jagadeesan did not play the Oval Test, as Dhruv Jurel replaced Pant in the playing eleven, the match was roughly 80-20 England's way before India's quicks, led by Mohammed Siraj, pulled it back on the final day and sealed a win for the ages. It was unreal, to be honest, because it was also my first experience with the Indian team and to be part of a match which was thrilling right from the beginning till the end, is a moment where I would definitely cherish for a very long time. On the last day, all of a sudden, the way the fast bowlers came into the game and picked up wickets in terms of Siraj, Akash Deep, Prasidh and all these people - how they got us back into the game, especially starting by dismissing Joe Root, was something really special. It was a lot of fun and surely indeed was one of the best victories. Though Jagadeesan travelled with India A to red-ball games in Sri Lanka, which they won 1-0, he did not play both games. Obviously, it hurts when you don't play in the eleven. But that's not really in your control because you can do what's there in your control. That is basically me focusing on my training, my practice, my diet, and the way I do my things. Once I started enjoying, which is all well within my control, so when I don't get selected, I don't get sad. When I get selected, I don't get happy. You need to find a space where you feel neutral about everything. So, I feel that was the kind of state I was in. Yes, I was in Sri Lanka. First and foremost, there are a billion people who want to play for India, India A and stuff. So, gratitude is something really important and I am just grateful that I was there in India A set up. I was one amongst the millions. So, that was very special for me and it doesn't matter if I play or not. It is just about soaking in the feeling and being at the present and living inside my bubble. Some of the recovered head space went into technical work. His batting was built for accumulation, which suits red-ball cricket but needed more adjustment to suit T20s. Ability alone would not have closed that gap, he says, and the remodelling was mostly about aggression by intent rather than circumstance. The results came in sequence: after breaking into red-ball side of things, there was a hundred for India A in a T20 World Cup warm-up game against UAE, which he still calls surreal. None of it felt like his own achievement, he says - only that entourage of his family, father, childhood coach, Narsimha and Uthappa - knew what it took to reach there. From the outside, it just seems like a selection. But the kind of effort that went through inside with the number of hours we put in for practice, your training, your gym and other than cricket, the life choices that I had to make. I feel I am truly blessed to have such people in my life. 100 percent - it comes straight from my heart. The best part is never getting satisfied and trying to be better than what you want, said Jagadeesan. His last assignment involved keeping relentlessly even as East Zone compiled close to 1200 runs across roughly 270 overs against South Zone in the Duleep Trophy final in Chennai weather that does not negotiate. It was one of the most gruelling matches I have played. It's just part and parcel of the game. It was a new experience and it's not like always that you get to stand on the field which is not something that I would like to do a lot. But still, this was an experience. On the Puducherry pitch, his lone appearance came in a Deodhar Trophy match with a white ball, and a change of ball colour, he notes, changes a pitch entirely. Red soil or black, he could not say. Preparation for the duel against Australia A has been standard: a camp in Bengaluru, the squad training and living together. Away from cricket he plays any sport going, and after that, seeing anything on Netflix in any language. At home, Jagadeesans Test jersey hangs framed, much to the delight to him and his father. That's something which is very precious to me and the jersey which I got for the first time is something which is going to be really close to me. On the Puducherry pitch, his lone appearance came in a Deodhar Trophy match with a white ball, and a change of ball colour, he notes, changes a pitch entirely. Red soil or black, he could not say. Preparation for the duel against Australia A has been standard: a camp in Bengaluru, the squad training and living together. Away from cricket he plays any sport going, and after that, seeing anything on Netflix in any language. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories It has obviously given me a lot of confidence and only makes me want to be there in the set-up each and every time they play a series. It's just about being in that spot again and again and anytime you want to be there in the Indian side. So, obviously, you have got a jersey with your number and name on it and that only motivates you and you want to make sure that you be there constantly. Article Source: IANS
Controversial remark: Plaint against minister reaches Governor
Bengaluru: The controversy over Karnataka Excise Minister and Hassan district in-charge K.M. Shivalinge Gowdas remarks on giving something to government officials has escalated, with social activist Dinesh Kallahalli approaching Governor Thawar Chand Gehlot seeking action against the minister. Kallahalli has reportedly sent an email complaint to the Governor, alleging that Gowdas remarks made during 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 .
J-K: NIT-Srinagar to open campus observatory with advanced 14-inch telescope
Srinagar, Sep 21: The National Institute of Technology (NIT) here is set to become the country's first NIT to have a dedicated campus-based observatory equipped with a high-performance 14-inch aplanatic Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope, officials said on Monday. The telescope provides aberration-free flat-field images for advanced astrophotography and planetary observation. The Observatory for Astronomy and Astrophysics (NSOAA) will be inaugurated on Tuesday, marking a significant milestone in science education and research, they said. The facility will bring advanced observational astronomy to the campus and create a new platform for students, researchers and the wider community to engage directly with the night sky, an NIT-Srinagar spokesperson said. The centrepiece of the observatory is a 14-inch Celestron C14 EdgeHD Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope, equipped with a computerised equatorial mount and supported by specialised astronomical imaging equipment, he said. According to the spokesperson, the system includes planetary and cooled deep-sky cameras, LRGB filters, a 2.5x Barlow lens and high-speed imaging capabilities, allowing observations ranging from the Moon and planets to nebulae, star clusters and distant galaxies. The facility is being developed with scientific guidance and collaboration involving the Indian Institute of Astrophysics (IIA), Bengaluru, one of India's premier institutions dedicated to astronomy and astrophysics, he said. Dr Niruj Mohan Ramanujam, Scientist F and Head of the Science Communication, Public Outreach and Education (SCOPE) Section at IIA, is associated with the initiative as an advisor and collaborator, he said. His expertise in astronomy education and large-scale public outreach adds an important dimension to the observatory's vision, the spokesperson said. With the establishment of NSOAA, NIT-Srinagar will become the first National Institute of Technology to establish a dedicated campus-based observatory of this kind, providing students with access to advanced observational astronomy and astronomical imaging facilities, the spokesperson said. Speaking about the initiative, Professor and Head of the Department of Physics, NIT-Srinagar, Prince Ahmad Ganai, who is leading the project, said the observatory for Astronomy and Astrophysics is an effort to bring the excitement of observing and exploring the universe closer to our students. Our aim is to create a space where students can move beyond theoretical learning and engage directly with astronomical observations, data and scientific inquiry. We hope NSOAA will inspire curiosity, encourage research and help develop a stronger culture of astronomy and astrophysics in Jammu and Kashmir, he said. Beyond being a telescope facility, NSOAA is envisioned as a centre for experiential science education, astrophotography, observational projects, student training and astronomy outreach, he added. Ganai said the observatory can provide students with an opportunity to move beyond learning astronomy from books and simulations to actually acquiring and analysing astronomical data. Its potential impact extends well beyond the NIT-Srinagar campus. The observatory could become a regional hub connecting schools, colleges, universities and science enthusiasts across Jammu and Kashmir with modern astronomy, Ganai said. Regular sky-observation programmes, student workshops, teacher-training activities and public viewing sessions could help bring astronomy closer to young learners and encourage them to pursue physics, space science and astrophysics, he said. Ganai said NIT-Srinagar is mulling to start its hands-on course on Astronomy and Astrophysics in the coming months, where special sessions will be allotted to schools, colleges and universities in the valley as part of its outreach programme. The facility also places NIT-Srinagar among a relatively small number of Indian technical institutions with substantial campus-based astronomical observatories. IIT-Kanpur, for example, operates a 14-inch Schmidt-Cassegrain astronomical observatory with CCD imaging and remote-operation capabilities, the NIT spokesperson said.
Tribal welfare scam: Karnataka CM says his govt forced an innocent person to resign
Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Sep 21 (IANS) Referring to the resignation of Congress MLA B. Nagendra as a cabinet minister in connection with the Tribal Welfare scam, Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar on Monday said that the government had been forced to make an innocent person resign due to pressure from the Opposition and criticised BJP MLAs for disrupting the Assembly instead of allowing discussions on the issues they had raised. He made the statement in the Karnataka Legislative Assembly while defending the decision to call a special session to discuss the drought situation and the Kasturirangan Report. Leader of the Opposition R. Ashoka insisted that these matters should be discussed under the Adjournment Motion he had submitted to the Speaker. Referring to the resignation of Nagendra, Shivakumar said in the Assembly, We have forced an innocent to resign because of pressure from the Opposition. I forced him to resign. I asked the Opposition why they were demanding his resignation. They did not speak and disrupted the House. Later, they also took out a protest march. Let them do it; in a democracy, it is allowed. Shivakumar maintained that there was no need for an Adjournment Motion as the government had already convened the special session to discuss the same issues. Ashoka questioned the government on the provision under which the special session had been called and said there was no such provision under the law. Bengaluru Development Minister Krishna Byre Gowda said the Opposition had submitted the Adjournment Motion only now, while the government had already called the special session to discuss the same issues. Shivakumar said the Opposition had disrupted the previous Monsoon Session and had not allowed him to speak for even a minute. He said the Opposition had submitted a written request to discuss the drought situation but had subsequently disrupted the proceedings, forcing the government to curtail the session by two days. Now, I have called a special session. Before that, I have visited various districts regarding the drought and the Kasturirangan report. Our stand on the Kasturirangan report has to be conveyed to the Centre by September 27. Considering all this, the special session has been called, he said. Shivakumar said he could have simply sent the previous report to the Centre, but wanted the issues to be discussed by elected representatives rather than allowing it to become his personal decision. The drought and Kasturirangan report must be discussed in the session. The session has been called in accordance with the wishes of the people, he said. He said meetings had been held in the four divisions of the state, including Kalaburagi, Belagavi and Chitradurga, with legislators to discuss the issues. Shivakumar said 120 taluks had already been declared drought-affected, while another 100 taluks were being verified for possible inclusion. He also said the impact of the Kasturirangan report on farmers had been brought to his notice by legislators and described the possible consequences as serious. MPs, MLAs and MLCs were called, and meetings were held, he said. Shivakumar further said the demand for the special session had not come from the Opposition and that the government had itself decided to convene it. It is good that the Opposition has brought an Adjournment Motion on the same matter. The Adjournment Motion is not needed. I am here to take your opinion on the matter. You can discuss the matter under any provision and for as long as required. The special session has already been called, he said.
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Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Sep 21 (IANS) Karnataka Health Minister, U.T. Khader, on Monday stated that the C&F agency of Pfizer had failed to cooperate with officials investigating the fake medicine racket and had not provided key information sought by the authorities. Speaking to reporters in Bengaluru, Khader said officials had sought details from the company regarding the medicines supplied through its network, but the agency had not shown interest in providing the information. He also said the company had not provided the reference standard required to determine the proportion of medicine components during laboratory testing. In connection with the fake medicine mafia, our Food Safety and Drug Control Department officials, along with the police, detected the racket and an SIT is probing the matter. The search is on to identify the kingpin responsible for the drug mafia and trace all those connected with the network, from the dealers to those to whom the medicines were supplied, Khader said. He was speaking after holding a meeting with police and Health Department officials, Food Safety and Drug Controller Commissioner Srinivas and other senior officials. Khader said action had been initiated against 24 centres in connection with the racket. According to him, 17 licences had been cancelled and seven licences suspended for alleged links with the racket. He alleged that the entities had procured medicines at cheaper prices and sold them to consumers at MRP rates. The department had sought details of the hospitals and pharmacies to which the medicines had been supplied, but the concerned entities allegedly failed to provide the information. Cooperation was not extended to the officials. That is why action was taken against them, Khader said. Referring specifically to Pfizer, he said its C&F agency, which operates in connection with the companys products from Australia and Italy, had also been asked to provide information. We sought information from the main agents, but they did not show any interest in providing it, he said. Khader said the department also requires reference standards to conduct laboratory tests and determine the proportion of various components in medicines. Even the reference standard has not been provided yet. In this background, there has been non-cooperation from the company in the investigation and laboratory testing, he said. The minister said the investigation would continue to trace the entire supply chain and identify those responsible for the alleged fake medicine racket. It can be noted that Karnataka Health Department suspended the licence of Pfizer C&F Depot along with eight other drug licences in connection with a fake medicine racket unearthed in Bidadi, in the outskirts of Bengaluru. The department on Monday urged citizens to purchase medicines only from licenced pharmacies against valid tax invoices and report suspicious packaging or non-scanning QR codes on labels to Drug Enforcement authorities. The action follows a raid conducted by the Drug Enforcement Wing of the Karnataka Food Safety and Drug Administration (FDA) at a farmhouse at Kurubarakeranahalli in Bidadi, Bengaluru South district, on August 18, 2026. The operation allegedly uncovered an unlicenced pharmaceutical repacking and relabelling racket. Spurious drugs, machinery and printing materials worth an estimated Rs 5.05 crore were seized during the raid. The inventory value of the seized materials was estimated at Rs 4.91 crore. According to the preliminary investigation, low-cost medicines procured from neighbouring states were allegedly repacked into new vials and relabelled to resemble expensive life-saving medicines of multinational companies, including products purportedly carrying the Pfizer brand. The authorities also found QR and scanning codes on the suspected counterfeit labels that reportedly did not function when verified. Officials said the seized products are suspected to contain no active medicinal ingredients, incorrect ingredients or potentially harmful substances, posing a serious risk to public health. A criminal case has been registered under the Drugs and Cosmetics Act, 1940. The department has invoked provisions relating to spurious drugs, while further investigation is underway to identify and trace the entire supply chain in six states across the country. As part of the investigation into retailers and wholesalers allegedly involved in the distribution and sale of spurious medicines, 16 drug licences have been cancelled and eight licences suspended. The licence of M/s Pfizer C&F Depot at Kempalinganahalli, Nelamangala Taluk, Bengaluru Rural district, has also been suspended. The department has blocked the batch numbers and entries of the seized medicines on the Karnataka FDA portal to prevent their further sale or distribution. Samples of the seized products have also been sent to laboratories for testing to determine their chemical composition, sterility and potency.
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