VVS Laxman holds the future of Indian cricket in his hands
Even though 14 years have passed since VVS Laxman retired as a player, he continues to give his best efforts to the cause of Indian cricket. On Sunday, November 1, the talented Hyderabadi celebrated his 52nd birthday. Now, as the Head of Cricket at the BCCI Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru, he is shouldering 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 .
PM Modi likely to inaugurate Bengalurus elevated Pink Line on November 13
The elevated section has seven stations: Kalena Agrahara, Hulimavu, IIMB, JP Nagar 4th Phase, Jayadeva Hospital, Ragigudda and Tavarekere
BJP Womens Wing Protests Against Rising Milk Prices in Bengaluru
The BJP Womens Wing in Bengaluru protests against rising milk prices, demanding justice for farmers and accountability from the Congress government. BJP Womens Wing Protests Against Rising Milk Prices in Bengaluru
Raptadu chainsaw attack victim shows signs of recovery; Jagan seeks 50 lakh compensation
Doctors at Manipal Hospital in Bengaluru say the Class X girl is conscious and improving; Minister Nara Lokesh praises her friend Lakshmi for her bravery and the YSRCP chief demands accountability from the State government
Raptadu chainsaw attack victim shows signs of recovery; Jagan seeks 50 lakh compensation
Doctors at Manipal Hospital in Bengaluru say the Class X girl is conscious and improving; Minister Nara Lokesh praises her friend Lakshmi for her bravery and the YSRCP chief demands accountability from the State government
Pro-Kannada Activists Enter IT Parks In Bengaluru, Demand Jobs For Locals
The campaign is underway despite Chief Minister DK Shivakumar's appeal to pro-Kannada organisations not to visit companies directly.
Rs 5.23 Crore Hydroponic Ganja Seized At Bengaluru Airport
Bengaluru Customs intercepted a passenger arriving from Bangkok at Kempegowda International Airport, seizing 14.940 kg of hydroponic ganja worth Rs 5.23 crore. The drugs were found concealed in vacuum-sealed packets inside a bag, leading to an arrest under the NDPS Act.
Karnataka Minister KBG alleges Kumaraswamy orchestrated sting video to target Siddaramaiah
Greater Bengaluru Development Minister Krishna Byre Gowda accused Union Minister HD Kumaraswamy of orchestrating the alleged sting video controversy. Byre Gowda claimed that Kumaraswamy's social media team was involved in the video's release from his residence in New Delhi. He alleged that the operation included financial transactions related to the smear campaign against a former chief minister.
Bengaluru Central Prison declared prohibited items-free; six inmates get 30-day remission
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Sting operation probe being conducted from all angles: Priyank Kharge hits back at Kumaraswamy
Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Nov 2 (IANS) Karnataka Minister for Home and IT/BT Priyank Kharge on Monday dismissed allegations made by Union Minister H.D. Kumaraswamy over the investigation into the sting operation case linked to former Chief Minister and Congress Working Committee (CWC) member Siddaramaiah, maintaining that the police were probing the case from all possible angles. Responding to Kumaraswamys repeated allegations against the state government and investigating officers, Kharge questioned why the Union Minister was in such a hurry when the investigation was still underway. The police are investigating the matter in all dimensions. Why is Kumaraswamy in such a hurry? Kharge asked. Referring to the investigation into cases involving Prajwal Revanna, Kharge said the investigating officers had received awards from the Central government for their work. In the Prajwal Revanna case, the investigating officers have received awards from the Central government under the Prime Minister Narendra Modi government. Even in this case, Kumaraswamy is making false allegations against them. What does he have to say about the awards given to these officers? he asked. Kharge said the government was prepared to respond to any fresh and substantive allegations but questioned Kumaraswamys repeated statements before the media. If there are new allegations, we can clarify them. But if he says something every day and every night, what can I say? Has he released any document? Once again, this appears to be a hit-and-run episode, he said. Taking a swipe at the Union Minister, Kharge said Kumaraswamy appeared to have little else to do and spent every morning speaking about Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar, Siddaramaiah and himself. As I have said earlier, there seems to be less work for him. Every morning, he talks about Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar, Priyank Kharge and Siddaramaiah. That is all. Has he said anything substantial? Kharge asked. The Home Minister said the government had already issued an official statement detailing the progress of the investigation, including information about those who allegedly carried out the sting operation and those who appeared in the video. We have stated in the official statement who conducted the sting operation and who appeared in the video. They have been questioned multiple times, and their statements have been recorded. We are investigating all angles. Whatever information we can share at this stage has been given, and the remaining details will be disclosed after the investigation is completed, he said. Kharge said investigators had recorded the statements of all individuals who appeared in the video and questioned Kumaraswamy over how he knew whom the police had spoken to and how many times they had been questioned. All statements are being recorded on video. How does he know whom we have questioned and how many times? I cannot speak irresponsibly, he said. In a sharp warning, Kharge said Kumaraswamy should allow the investigation to proceed. If he keeps quiet for a few days, everything will be done. I will ensure that the chargesheet reaches his house, Kharge said. Responding to questions about the possibility of searches at Kumaraswamys residence, Kharge said the police would act strictly in accordance with the law. All searches required for the investigation are being conducted. If there is a need, searches will be conducted at Kumaraswamys residence as well. I have already said that I do not have extra-constitutional powers. We will act according to the law, and the law is clear, he said. Kharge also advised Kumaraswamy to approach the concerned authorities with any specific information instead of repeatedly discussing allegations before the media. Instead of speaking to the media, let him come and file a complaint. If there are claims regarding emails or information sent to any commission in connection with the sting operation, the concerned authorities will deal with them. Why is he discussing everything before the media? Let him provide the information to the department, Kharge said. He reiterated that all individuals seen in the sting operation video had been investigated and their statements recorded. Whom do you believe? I am saying that we have done everything required. He is contradicting us. We cannot show Kumaraswamy every detail of the investigation and then conduct it according to his directions. All the individuals in the video have been investigated. How many times do I have to say this? he asked. Kharge also said the Congress continued to hold Siddaramaiah in high regard because of his contribution to the party. We owe Siddaramaiah. He has contributed immensely to the party, he said. The exchange marks a further escalation in the political confrontation between the Congress government and Kumaraswamy over the sting operation investigation, with the Union Minister questioning the conduct of the probe and the state government insisting that the investigation is being carried out in accordance with the law. Union Minister for Heavy Industries and Steel H.D. Kumaraswamy on Monday accused Bengaluru Police Commissioner of attempting to mislead the public by selectively disclosing details of the investigation into the sting operation case linked to former Chief Minister Siddaramaiah. He questioned the police over the alleged involvement of Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar and his brother D.K. Suresh in an earlier video controversy linked to the Prajwal Revanna case. In a major twist, Commissioner of Police, Bengaluru City, Seemanth Kumar Singh, said on Sunday that investigators have found evidence suggesting that a mobile phone was exchanged at the residence of Union Minister for Heavy Industries and Steel H.D. Kumaraswamy in connection with the alleged sting operation case.
Ktaka BJP Mahila Morcha protests milk price hike; Shobha Karandlaje demands rollback
Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Nov 2 (IANS) The BJP State Mahila Morcha on Monday staged a protest at Freedom Park in Bengaluru against the hike in milk prices, with Union Minister Shobha Karandlaje demanding that the Congress government roll back the increased prices and provide justice to farmers, warning that the government should quit power before a revolution erupts. Before a revolution takes place in the state, the Congress government should leave power. Otherwise, roll back all the prices you have increased and give justice to our farmers, Karandlaje said while addressing the protesters. The Union Minister alleged that the state governments administration had collapsed over the past three to four months and had reached its lowest level. The state governments administration has come down to zero in the last three to four months. Today, it has reached its lowest level. Such a situation has been created in Karnataka, she charged. Questioning Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar over what she described as the government's Kannada Rajyotsava gift to the people, Karandlaje said those in power should not judge the financial condition of ordinary citizens based on their own lifestyles. Chief Minister, what is your Kannada Rajyotsava gift to the people? You may be wealthy enough to drink Bisleri water in your homes, but we are not people who drink Bisleri. We drink the water of our mother Cauvery, she said. Do not determine the standard of living of the people of Karnataka based on your own status. You may be able to pay more for milk, but people who work in hotels for small salaries, drive taxis and autorickshaws, or survive through roadside businesses are facing severe hardship, she added. Karandlaje said ordinary citizens had to pay house rent, electricity bills, water bills and garbage collection charges from their limited incomes while also bearing the burden of repeated increases in milk and curd prices. The Union Minister also attacked the Congress government over drought relief, alleging that farmers had been given Rs 2,500 per acre as if it were charity while being subjected to several conditions. There has been inadequate rainfall, and the state is facing a severe drought. The government has given farmers Rs 2,500 per acre as if it were alms, she alleged. She said the previous BJP government led by B.S. Yediyurappa had provided Rs 4,000 to farmers in addition to assistance under the Centre's PM-Kisan Samman scheme. After coming to power, they stopped the money that the Yediyurappa government was providing to farmers. For even this Rs 2,500, they have imposed 17 or 18 rules and conditions, she charged. Karandlaje further alleged that the government had repeatedly increased milk prices while its guarantee schemes were not reaching beneficiaries properly. Rs 5,000 crore under the Gruha Lakshmi scheme has gone missing, and the government has not accounted for it till date, she alleged. She also criticised the government over the condition of the state-run transport corporations, claiming there was no money to repair buses or purchase diesel despite the government's free bus travel scheme for women. Former Legislative Council member Bharati Shetty, who also addressed the protest, demanded an immediate rollback of the milk price hike. She said the previous BJP government under Yediyurappa had provided subsidies for milk from the state exchequer and demanded that the Congress government fulfil its manifesto promise of providing milk subsidies. The Congress government should provide subsidies for milk as promised in its manifesto. But it is not right to give consumers a shock treatment, she said. Bharati Shetty said the BJP Mahila Morcha was holding protests against the price hike across Karnataka, including at the district, mandal and ward levels. She alleged that the government had increased milk prices several times and criticised the latest hike. BJP Kisan Morcha State Vice-President Bharati Mallikarjun, leaders Poornima Prakash, Bengaluru North Mahila Morcha district president Manjula Devi, Bengaluru Central Mahila Morcha district president Neethu N.M. Reddy, Bengaluru South Mahila Morcha district president Shwetha Raghavendra and other office-bearers and workers were present at the protest.
Ashwini Vaishnaw Shares Glimpse Of India's First Made-In-India Bullet Train
Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw shares a video of India's first indigenously manufactured bullet train, Bharat Bullet Train. He reviewed its manufacturing at BEML's Bengaluru facility on Sunday.
Air Pollution Alert: Delhi AQI Crosses 250; Mumbai, Kolkata Also Record Elevated Levels
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Priyank Kharge Holds Talks With NTT DATA on Expanding Karnataka Operations
Minister Kharge said that through its Beyond Bengaluru programme, they are building strong regional technology ecosystems by investing in skilling, infrastructure and progressive policies
Rishabh Pant To Undergo Crucial BCCI Fitness Test With New Zealand Tour On Line: Report
Rishabh Pant has been given another opportunity to clear his fitness test ahead of India's upcoming tour of New Zealand after failing to pass the assessment at the BCCI's Centre of Excellence (CoE) in Bengaluru on Sunday
B28 Bullet Train To Run At 249 Kmph: Manufacturing Work Underway In BEML Bengaluru Unit
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IND vs NZ Tests: Rishabh Pant to undergo second fitness test ahead of series
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Dad Couldnt Play For India, He Sees That Dream In Me, Says GGs Newest Recruit Samaira Raghav
Against South Delhi Superstarz: Samaira Raghav was not supposed to be watching the Womens Premier League (WPL) auction. Her parents had asked her to stay away from seeing live feed of the auction proceedings happening in Kochi last week. They feared the weight of hope would be too much for a 16-year-old to carry, in case she doesn't find any takers. A day before the auction, Samaira was one of four late entries that took the WPL 2027 auction pool from 146 to 150 players. She learnt about it from an Instagram story, and then from her mother. My mom quickly messaged me that, I think you are in the auction list now, Samaira recalled in an exclusive conversation with IANS on Monday. Five minutes before her name came up, she switched the feed on anyway at her hotel room in Bilaspur, Himachal Pradesh, where she is currently playing the U19 Womens T20 Challengers tournament, with her Team D room-mate. Then I saw my name and the Gujarat Giants paddle go up and I was just ecstatic. Both of us screamed at the top of our lungs in the hotel room. Then after that, it was just surreal, she added. Gujarat Giants bought her at her base price of 10 lakh rupees. But for Samaira, it was the first public validation of a dream which began taking shape nine years ago. Born on January 23, 2010, Samairas tryst with sports began with 100m and 200m sprints. But my dad wanted me to try other sports as well because I was very sporty ever since I was young. At seven, her father Sunil Raghav took her to a cricket academy. The first session featured fielding, and it won over Samaira. I just enjoyed it so much. After that day, I just kept going to the academy with my own free will. My dad kind of pushed me into cricket. But from there, I just took over. Sunil played as a leg-spinner until college, before committing to studies, including pursuing an MBA from IIM Calcutta. Sunil later went on to scale technologies at Dow Chemicals, Dr Reddys Laboratories and Total (Arkema Global) in USA and India. I think it was his wish for himself to play cricket at India level. But he could not fulfill it. So, he kind of sees it in me now and I am working on it, said Samaira. Samairas mother, Puja Jain, spent a decade at McKinsey & Company. She rose to partner and co-led its sustainability practice, as well as holds two US patents from research at Penn State University and Dow Chemicals. Today the couple run ElementRe, which specialises in end-to-end lithium-ion battery recycling solutions. While Puja is the CEO, Sunil acts as CTO. In cricket, Samaira started out mainly as a batter. During the Covid-19 lockdown, batting was impossible in their housing society in Gurugram, so Sunil got time to develop her leg-spin skills. We would just go down in our society and I would start bowling. He taught me the basics and from there, I kind of picked up my bowling skills from my dad. As Samaira grew, Sunil stepped back. When I was a bit younger, I wasn't that independent. But after a few years, he let me be independent. I would go and come back by metro. Since then, he has been around. But he just leaves me on his own now. Samaira now trains under Dipti Dhyani, currently the head coach of Delhi's senior women's team, at the City Cricket Academy in Hauz Khas, which is affiliated to the Delhi and District Cricket Association (DDCA) and plays under the name Sonnet. It was there that her role changed. As a child she opened the batting. But playing alongside the seniors, Samaira was pushed down the order. Her coaches had one piece of advice: if she gets batting late, she needs to hit sixes. They told me that I should probably develop the skill to hit sixes. So, from there, we started working on it. After that, I would just go and finish matches and everything. I would not feel that much pressure while doing it. That is why I just picked it from there and I really enjoy it, she said. She also saw where womens cricket was rapidly going more towards power-hitting and six-hitting skills. In the earlier days, there was more of grounded cricket. But now, the game has changed. The formats have become shorter and everybody is focussing more on power hitting in sixes. I also thought I would also learn and go with whatever trend is going on. Then, I know it will help me in the future as well if I am hitting sixes. Her role models are two of India's best-known finishers: former captain MS Dhoni and wicketkeeper-batter Richa Ghosh. Obviously, there is MSD. Richa Ghosh now, she is really amazing, said Samaira. The work showed this year in the Women's Delhi Premier League (DPL), where Samaira played for North Delhi Strikers. Against South Delhi Superstarz, Samairas 32 off 26 balls, with two fours and a six, helped her side win by two runs. Against East Delhi Riders, she made an unbeaten 34 off 21 balls and won the game with a six off the penultimate delivery. We took it till the end (against East Delhi). I just thought that I can't really lose from this point. I have to win this. I have come so far in this match. At that ball, I think our bowlers started coming in as batters. There were no more batters that could hit sixes. So, at that ball, I thought we needed a boundary anyhow. Then, I would go for a six only because if I ran a single, then we would probably lose the match. Its because the last batter would not be able to hit a six. After that, I just went for it. Thankfully, it connected and then went for a six, she recalled. The pattern has led to Samaira being in good form. Playing for Delhi in the Under-19 Women's T20 Trophy, she scored 162 runs in seven innings at a strike rate of 216. She was out only three times, while averaging 54, and hitting 14 fours and 12 sixes. In the Under-19 Women's T20 Challenger Trophy, against Team A, Team D side was reeling at 27/3 after eight overs. Samaira came in and hit 78 off 44 balls, hitting six fours and as many sixes, and carried them to 137/6. Against Team B, chasing at more than 10 runs an over, she made an unbeaten 24 off 12 balls, with two fours and as many sixes. In between, Samaira found time to attend two WPL trials - for Mumbai Indians in Mumbai and for Gujarat Giants in Bengaluru. offered only an open net session. Bengaluru was different. At Mumbai Indians, we had an open net session. I could not really get a chance to talk to the coaches. Gujarat Giants, however, they really took notice of me and my six-hitting abilities there in the camp. All of them gave me really positive feedback and a few points to work on which I am working on now. They also took notice of my bowling there. So, the bowling coach, PT, Pravin (Tambe) sir, he really saw that I could also bowl and I had good potential to be a bowler as well. That's why I think now they've picked me. But it was amazing to be part of that camp, she said. Her fielding skills too were noticed by GG coaching staff. We just had one match simulation. I think I stopped one or two boundaries. I don't know if it was that noticeable, but I gave my 100 percent. People who watched her over two days of trials said she struck the ball as hard as anyone present, and that her fielding stood out as compared to other players. Samaira credits the DDCA, and its president Rohan Jaitley, for helping women players get a noticeable platform via DPL. I have been so grateful to DDCA, honestly. They have given us so many opportunities for youngsters to showcase their talent. Now WPL scouts are coming in to watch our games and then kids are getting selected. This time, I think 4-5 people from Delhi are in the WPL. It really makes a difference. So, I am really grateful to DDCA. Rohan Jaitley sir has made so many efforts for women to also be at the same level as men. Like, giving them the same opportunities, playing in the same field and I am really grateful to them. They have actually given us so much exposure. She knows how quickly praise can unsettle a young player. I always think about my roots and where I have come from and where I am now. It really humbles me a lot. I think about those low times that I had when nobody was there except my family and my coaches. It really just makes me feel so much gratitude for everybody who has been there. Her parents, she says, are proud but rarely show it. I think its because they don't show it to me because then they think that I will be really happy about it and not focus on other things. So, they just want to keep me grounded. That's why they just act normal. When nerves build, she dabbles in painting and drawing. Music calms her too - before every match, the last song she hears before stepping off the bus and playing a game has to be 52 Bars by Punjabi singer Karan Aujla. The pure wisdom in young blood reflects in Samairas Instagram bio: Love to play cricket. Beneath it sits a line from the legendary Rahul Dravid You dont play for revenge but play for respect and pride. Samairas next test may pull her away from the WPL, if she is picked for the Under-19 World Cup. But Samaira does not see a conflict, as it will be the first step towards fulfilling her fathers dream. If I also get to be in the U19 World Cup squad, it would actually be so amazing. I feel like I have a duty to my country if I get selected in the U19 World Cup. But right now, all I am thinking about is I just keep performing wherever I go and God will look after the rest. Samairas next test may pull her away from the WPL, if she is picked for the Under-19 World Cup. But Samaira does not see a conflict, as it will be the first step towards fulfilling her fathers dream. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Bengaluru academy bans all plays after Gandhi row, sparks debate
Bengaluru: A police order stopping all theatre performances at Bengalurus Suchitra Film and Cultural Academy has sparked a debate over artistic freedom and the limits of police intervention in cultural spaces. The Banashankari police issued the directive following a dispute during the October 31 staging of The Truth Behind Gandhis Assassination, authored by Addanda C 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 .
Increased Security at Bengaluru Police Commissioner
Bengaluru police enhance security at the Commissioners office following a sting operation linked to former CM Siddaramaiah and Minister Kumaraswamy. Increased Security at Bengaluru Police Commissioners Office Amid Sting Operation Fallout
Rapthadu Attack Victim Showing Signs of Improvement Say Manipal Doctors
The girl was shifted to Manipal Hospital in Bengaluru for advanced treatment after the attack on Saturday.
South Bullet Train to connect Bengaluru and Hyderabad in 2 hours
Bengaluru: Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Sunday, November 1, announced that the proposed South Bullet Train corridor would connect Bengaluru with Hyderabad, Amaravati, and Chennai, while a Vande Bharat train service between Bengaluru and Mangaluru would be introduced in the coming weeks after the completion of electrification and testing work. In his remarks on the 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 .
CCB Searches News Channel Head In Siddaramaiah Sting Probe
Bengaluru Police's Central Crime Branch conducted searches at the residence and office of Kannada news channel head Rakesh Shetty. This action is part of an ongoing investigation into an alleged sting operation targeting former Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah. The probe involves videos uploaded to YouTube and the recent arrest of Ritesh Pandey, with further details emerging about the mobile phone used in the operation.
Security beefed up at Bengaluru Police Commissioner
Security beefed up at Bengaluru Police Commissioners Office; CCB raids Kannada news channel in sting case Bengaluru: Police security has been significantly beefed up in and around the Bengaluru Police Commissioners Office amid the possibility of a flash protest by JD(S) workers following the naming of Union Minister H.D. Kumaraswamy in connection with the sting [] The post Security beefed up at Bengaluru Police Commissioners Office; CCB raids Kannada news channel in sting case appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
280 Kmph Speed, Next-Gen Features- Indias First Bullet Train Takes Shape In Bengaluru
India is preparing to roll out its first indigenously designed and manufactured Bullet Train for the Mumbai-Ahmedabad High-Speed Rail corridor. Currently being manufactured at BEML's Bengaluru facility, the train is designed to achieve a maximum test speed of 280 kmph and an operational speed of 249 kmph. The 202-metre-long train will feature eight coaches and accommodate 557 passengers, including dedicated seats for persons with reduced mobility. It will offer spacious seating, Wi-Fi-based infotainment, LED lighting, wide windows, modern toilets and multilingual passenger information displays. Accessibility features include level boarding, retractable footsteps and Braille signage. Powered by a 25 kV AC overhead system, the train will also use regenerative braking and advanced aerodynamic technology to improve energy efficiency and reduce noise.
DivyaSree, HDFC Capital set up 1,500 cr residential development platform
The platform will acquire land and develop residential projects in Bengaluru, Hyderabad and Chennai, with a potential gross development value of 6,750 crore
22, 24 carat Gold prices see mixed trend across metro cities on November 2
Garbled names, missing details: Errors found in at least 1,000 entries in Bengalurus voter rolls
Bengalurus final electoral rolls contain over 1,000 errors, including unrecognisable symbols, random email IDs, and missing details. In several polling booths, consecutive voter and relative names have been replaced by jumbled characters, making identification nearly impossible.
BuCo. opens in Bengaluru with a breakfast menu, artisanal bakes, and a filter coffee-first approach
Chef Shriya Shettys Mangalore-based artisanal bakehouse makes its Bengaluru debut in a bungalow in Indiranagar, bringing its signature bakes, burgers, indulgent desserts and filter coffee-led beverage menu
Beatlemania hits India on tour, plays Chennai, Bengaluru and other cities in November
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Cyclone Murasu to hit Andhra tonight; rain alerts in 5 states
Severe Cyclonic Storm Murasu is set to cross the south Andhra Pradesh coast late on Monday, November 2, or in the early hours of Tuesday, November 3, bringing heavy rain to at least five states. Chennai is already waterlogged in places, Telangana is under rain alerts, and Odisha has begun moving people out of vulnerable 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 .
Rakesh Shetty is a key suspect in the case and, along with expelled Congress leader Kripa Alva, is accused of being involved in the creation of the allegedly fabricated video
Andhra minister Nara Lokesh visits injured schoolgirl in Bengaluru
Bengaluru: Andhra Pradesh Information Technology and Education Minister Nara Lokesh visited Manipal Hospital in Bengaluru on Sunday to enquire about the health of a schoolgirl who was critically injured in a brutal attack inside her classroom at a government high school in Raptadu, Anantapur district. After interacting with the medical team treating the girl in 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 .
Three Assam Natives Assaulted In Bengaluru Over
A dispute over the taste of a plate of noodles allegedly turned violent in Bengaluru, leaving three fast-food stall workers injured after they were assaulted by a group of men near Electronic City. The incident occurred on Thursday in Doddathoguru, a locality in South Bengaluru. According to police, three men, reportedly under the influence of... The post Three Assam Natives Assaulted In Bengaluru Over Too Spicy Noodles; Three Arrested appeared first on Northeast Today .
Mysuru Dasara website attracts over 63 lakh visits
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How did two foreign nationals die in a five-star hotel pool in Bengaluru? | Explained
The incident raised serious questions about electrical safety standards, maintenance protocols and emergency preparedness at swimming pools in general and luxury hotels
HDFC Capital, DivyaSree set up 1,500 cr fund to build housing projects
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Seven empty railway coaches rolled away from the Jolarpettai Junction yard and derailed after travelling six kilometres. Railway authorities were alerted to stop approaching trains from Bengaluru to prevent a collision. Gas-cutting equipment and JCB machinery were used to clear the derailed coaches from the main track. The incident disrupted multiple trains on the crucial Bengaluru-Chennai route, causing delays for passengers.
L&T bags orders for residential and commercial projects in 3 cities
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YS Jagan to Meet Rapthadu Incident Victim in Bengaluru Today
On Saturday morning, an intruder -- identified as a relative of the victim -- entered a Class 10 classroom during school hours and brutally attacked a female student with a wood-cutting saw/blade, injuring another classmate who tried to intervene.
RRB NTPC UG CBT 2 Cut Off 2026 Out - Check Zone-Wise and Category-Wise Cutoff Marks
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Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw says a bullet train could link Bengaluru and Chennai in just 73 minutes. Today, the fastest train takes 4 hours 25 minutes, and others take up to 6 hours. A flight takes about an hour in the air. No date has been announced yet.
Learning over drinks: How Bengalurus bars and pubs are becoming spaces for intellectual debate
Bengaluru, November 2, 2026 (Udaipur Kiran): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday described the newly launched Vande Bharat Sleeper Express between Bengaluru and Mumbai as a major initiative Bengaluru-Mumbai Vande Bharat Sleeper Train: PM Modi Calls It a Major Step Towards Better Rail Connectivity
Bengaluru, November 2, 2026 (Udaipur Kiran): Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has announced that the proposed South Bullet Train Corridor will connect Bengaluru with Hyderabad, Amaravati and Chennai. He South Bullet Train Corridor to Connect Bengaluru with Hyderabad, Amaravati and Chennai: Railway Minister Announces Plans
Gold and silver prices rebounded in international markets on November 2 after a sharp decline in the previous session. Comex gold gained 0.24% to $3,908.30 per ounce, while silver rose 1.05% to $49.795.
Mumbai-Bengaluru Vande Bharat Train: Bookings Open; Check Schedule, Halts, Fare And Other Details
According to the Ministry of Railways, the service is aimed at improving connectivity between Maharashtra and Karnataka. The South Western Railway Zone will be operatingand maintaining the train.
Diwali giving: Small acts that change lives
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Aahen Meitram secures Maharashtra berth for 64th National Roller Skating Meet
Aahen Meitram, a professional roller hockey player currently residing in Pune, has successfully cleared the National Selection Trials to represent Maharashtra at the upcoming 64th National Roller Skating Championship The prestigious national event is scheduled to take place from December 5 to 15, 2026, in Bengaluru Organized by the Skating Association of Maharashtra SAM , the selection trials were held today, November 1, 2026, at the Meenatai Skating Rink in Pimpri br br table align center cellpadding 5 width 610 tbody tr td table class capbox width 100 tbody tr td img width 600 src https www e paolive net galleries images News Related 2026 11 Aahen 20261102 jpg border 1 alt Aahen Meitram secures Maharashtra berth for 64th National Roller Skating Meet td tr tr td align center Aahen Meitram secures Maharashtra berth for 64th National Roller Skating Meet td tr tbody table td tr tbody table br br Aahen secured her place in the State squad after navigating intense competition at both the district and State levels Notably, her team clinched the gold medal at the recent Pune District Skating Competition She will compete in the Cadet Girls Quads Category 9 12 years and stands out as the youngest player in the lineup, according to the Roller Skating Federation of India RSFI format This marks the second consecutive year that the young prodigy has qualified through the national selection trials Aahen currently trains at the Speed Wheels Skating Club in Pashan under the expert guidance of coach Abhijeet Chaudhary She is the daughter of Dr Meitram Niraj Luwang and Ambica Shougrakpam, and has a sibling Niami Meitram Source The Sangai Express
Digital Desk | Kalaburagi (Karnataka), Nov 2 (IANS) Karnataka Home Minister Priyank Kharge has said that technical evidence and crucial documents had emerged during the investigation into the sting operation case, adding that legal action would be taken against anyone found involved, irrespective of their influence or position. The statement made on Sunday has assumed significance in the backdrop of Bengaluru Police Commissioner Seemanth Kumar Singh who earlier in the day said that investigators have found evidence suggesting that a mobile phone was exchanged at the residence of Union Minister for Heavy Industries and Steel H.D. Kumaraswamy in connection with the alleged sting operation case. Speaking to the media in Kalaburagi, he added that the investigation was continuing and several important aspects had already come to light. More facts would emerge as the probe progressed, he said. Kharge said that people holding public positions should maintain the dignity of their office and refrain from repeatedly making personal attacks, derogatory remarks about caste and family, and using disrespectful language. He expressed displeasure over Union Minister H.D. Kumaraswamy's statements. He added that technical examination during the investigation had revealed several significant aspects. He recalled that Union Minister Kumaraswamy had earlier laid siege to the Police Commissioner's office after his name reportedly figured during the investigation and had also taken out a march to the Director General of Police's office. The investigation was examining the origin of the case and who had orchestrated it, Kharge said, adding that the FIR contained specific references to the publicity campaign surrounding the case and those working behind it. He alleged that people who had worked with Kumaraswamy and his close associates were not appearing for questioning. Kumaraswamy should have asked them to cooperate with the investigation, Minister Kharge said, questioning why he had not done so. Kharge aso added that after one person was caught in connection with the case, another individual was traced in Delhi. The CCTV footage related to this was available, he said. The investigators were examining where the equipment had been purchased and whose instructions had led to the operation, he added. According to the information available, three individuals, including two from Delhi, had officially worked with Kumaraswamy. Hardware and technical evidence had also been recovered in the case, Kharge claimed. Accusing Kumaraswamy of indulging in what he described as dirty politics against Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge and former Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, the Karnataka Home Minister said the investigation was far from over. This is just the trailer; the movie is yet to come, Priyank Kharge remarked. He also alleged that derogatory remarks had been made against his caste and his father Mallikarjun Kharge. Kumaraswamy, who frequently made allegations against others, should at least exercise basic common sense, he said. He asserted that further action would be taken based on the documents and evidence collected during the investigation. Anyone found involved, including Kumaraswamy's associates and supporters, would face action, Priyank Kharge said. Challenging those alleging that he was behind the investigation, Minister Kharge asked them to produce evidence to substantiate their claims. Explaining why he was not disclosing all the details, the Minister said he wanted to maintain the confidentiality of the investigation. Some more documents were yet to be obtained, he added. Truth cannot be hidden for long, just like the sun and the moon. It will come out sooner or later, he said, asserting that the investigation had uncovered strong primary evidence. Those genuinely concerned about the investigation should discuss the evidence rather than make allegations, he added. Minister Kharge said that all those against whom suspicions had been raised were also being investigated and that further details would emerge after the next phase of the probe.
Per Capita Income of Rs 1.55 Lakh
There is good news in Jammu and Kashmirs latest income figures, but there is also a larger economic question we should not ignore. Per capita income in J&K increased from ` 62,327 in 201415 to ` 1,54,703 in 202425, an increase of nearly 148 per cent in ten years. This reflects an expanding economy, but the real story lies beyond the headline figure. What kind of economy are we building, and is this growth creating enough productive jobs and better incomes for ordinary people? J&Ks economy is estimated at around ` 2.65 lakh crore in 202425. The primary sector contributes approximately 20 per cent of Gross State Value Added (GSVA), the secondary sector 18.3 per cent and the services sector 61.7 per cent. At first glance, these figures suggest a reasonably diversified economy. A closer examination, however, reveals a different picture: a large dependence on services and public administration, substantial livelihood dependence on agriculture, seasonal tourism and a relatively small manufacturing base. This is where the real economic challenge begins. What Does the Income Figure Actually Mean? Divide ` 1,54,703 by 365 and the result is approximately ` 424 a day. Of course, this does not mean that every person in J&K earns ` 424 daily. Per capita income is an average measure of economic output, not an individuals salary. It also does not tell us how income is distributed among households. A hotel owner, a government employee, an orchardist and an unemployed graduate do not experience economic growth in the same way. The average can increase even when a significant section of the population sees little improvement in its income. There is another important factor. The 148 per cent increase is measured at current prices, which means inflation is included. The actual improvement in purchasing power is therefore smaller. Nevertheless, the progress deserves recognition. The more important question is whether this growth is translating into better wages, stable employment, stronger businesses and improved household incomes. The Gap with the National Average Indias per capita Net National Income in 202425 stood at approximately ` 2,00,162, compared with ` 1,54,703 in J&K. This means J&Ks per capita income is around 77 per cent of the national average. The gap has narrowed compared with earlier years, which is encouraging. But it remains significant. Why do some states generate considerably higher incomes than J&K? The answer is not simply that they have more economic activity. Many have developed stronger manufacturing industries, technology businesses, financial services, pharmaceutical companies and export-oriented enterprises. These businesses create value beyond their immediate local markets. They generate employment, develop supply chains, attract investment and improve worker productivity. J&K has resources, educated people, tourism potential and established traditional industries. What it lacks is sufficient economic depth to convert these advantages into higher and more consistent incomes. Agriculture: More Production Must Mean More Income Agriculture and allied activities contribute around 20 per cent of J&Ks GSVA and support a substantial proportion of its workforce. Horticulture, in particular, remains one of the regions strongest economic assets. Apples, walnuts, cherries and saffron have established markets. Yet the income of an orchardist depends on much more than the quantity harvested. What happens after the fruit leaves the orchard is equally important. Cold storage, grading, packaging, processing, transportation and direct access to buyers determine how much of the final selling price reaches the grower. We often celebrate record apple production, but production alone does not guarantee better incomes. If growers continue to sell primarily raw produce without sufficient processing and branding, much of the potential value is created elsewhere. J&K needs to move from being primarily a producer of agricultural commodities to developing a complete horticulture industry. This means more food-processing units, better storage facilities, organised supply chains and stronger connections with national and international markets. Tourism: Beyond Counting Visitors Tourism supports thousands of families through hotels, restaurants, transport, handicrafts, guides and other services. Its importance to J&K cannot be questioned. However, we should distinguish between the number of tourists arriving and the actual income generated for local businesses. Tourism is seasonal. A successful summer does not guarantee employment throughout the year. A hotel, taxi operator, guide or restaurant owner may earn well during a few months and struggle during the remaining period. The focus should therefore shift towards longer stays, higher visitor spending and year-round tourism. Winter activities, heritage tourism, village stays, conferences and cultural experiences can help extend the season. More importantly, we must ask how much of the money spent by visitors remains within the local economy. Tourist arrivals are an important indicator, but local earnings and stable employment are better measures of economic benefit. Government Employment Cannot Carry the Economy Alone One of the most striking features of J&Ks economy is the contribution of public administration, which accounts for approximately 17.5 per cent of GSVA. This helps explain why government employment carries such importance in the region. For many families, a government job represents financial security and social stability. But the government cannot be the principal employer for every educated young person entering the labour market. Nor can recruitment alone create the productive capacity required to raise incomes across the economy. We need a stronger private sector that offers professional careers, competitive wages and opportunities for growth. This also requires a change in how we approach entrepreneurship. Telling young people to start businesses is not enough. They need access to finance, markets, mentoring, practical skills and simpler procedures for establishing and operating enterprises. Manufacturing: The Missing Link Manufacturing remains one of the weaker components of J&Ks economic structure. This is important because manufacturing can connect agriculture, raw materials, technology, logistics and skilled employment. There are opportunities in food processing, pharmaceuticals, textiles, handicrafts, packaging, furniture, sports goods and light engineering. We do not necessarily need large industrial complexes. Clusters of small and medium enterprises, supported by reliable electricity, modern equipment, finance, quality certification and market access, could make a meaningful difference. Consider the apple industry. Instead of selling most produce in its raw form, J&K could develop a stronger processing industry producing juices, concentrates, dried fruit, packaged products and other value-added goods. The same principle applies to handicrafts. Pashmina, carpets, papier-ma ch and wood carving have considerable market potential, but artisans often receive a limited share of the final selling price. Better branding, product authentication, modern designs and direct access to buyers could improve both business earnings and artisan incomes. The objective should be to retain more economic value within J&K. Infrastructure and Hydropower: Investment Must Produce Returns Roads, tunnels, power projects and other infrastructure are essential for economic development. Construction generates employment and improves connectivity, but infrastructure expenditure should not be treated as an achievement in isolation. A road becomes economically valuable when it reduces transportation costs, connects producers to markets and encourages investment. A power project creates wider benefits when reliable electricity supports local industries, cold storage, food processing and businesses. Hydropower offers J&K an important strategic opportunity. But the benefits should extend beyond electricity generation. Project execution, environmental safeguards and local economic participation will determine how much value the region ultimately receives. We must look at infrastructure not only in terms of money spent or projects completed, but also in terms of the economic activity they generate. The Opportunity in IT and Professional Services Perhaps the biggest opportunity for J&K is to connect its educated workforce with markets beyond the region. Software services, digital operations, accounting, design, financial support, healthcare administration and other professional services can serve customers across India and overseas. These businesses do not always require large factories or extensive physical infrastructure. They need reliable connectivity, practical training, professional standards and access to clients. A young professional in Srinagar should be able to work for a company in Delhi, Dubai, London or Toronto without necessarily relocating. This requires educational institutions to work more closely with employers, training programmes to focus on actual market requirements and businesses to create opportunities for local talent. J&K does not need to become another Bengaluru. It needs to identify areas where its people can compete and build businesses serving wider markets. The Real Challenge Is Execution Most of these priorities have been discussed for years. We know that horticulture requires processing, tourism needs to extend beyond the summer season, handicrafts need stronger market access, and young people need employment beyond government recruitment. The problem is not a shortage of ideas. It is the gap between policy and implementation. We should measure progress through the income earned by orchardists, the number of functioning manufacturing units, private investment, permanent jobs, wages, business survival and the value of products exported outside J&K. Training programmes should be judged by employment outcomes, not certificates. Infrastructure should be judged by the economic opportunities it creates, not simply the amount spent. The administration, financial institutions, educational establishments and private businesses all have a role in making this transition possible. Growth Must Reach the Household J&Ks increase in per capita income from ` 62,327 to ` 1,54,703 deserves recognition. It reflects economic progress despite considerable challenges. But the next stage of development requires a different approach. We must create an economy that produces more value from its existing resources, provides stable employment and allows local businesses to compete beyond the region. The real measure of progress will be whether an orchardist earns more from his produce, whether a hotel worker has employment throughout the year, whether an artisan receives a fair price and whether a young graduate can build a meaningful career without being compelled to leave home. The question is no longer simply how much J&Ks economy has grown. It is whether we are building an economy capable of generating better incomes, productive employment and opportunities for the next generation. Syed Afaq has over 25 years of project management experience, including a long tenure at the Central Bank of Oman, and now mentors youth.
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Sting operation row: Kumaraswamy hits out at Bengaluru CP, Karnataka govt
Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Nov 1 (IANS) Union Minister for Heavy Industries and Steel H.D. Kumaraswamy has launched a scathing attack on Bengaluru City Commissioner of Police, Seemant Kumar Singh, and the Karnataka government after the Commissioner referred to a link involving his Delhi residence during the investigation into the sting operation case against former Chief Minister Siddaramaiah. An angry Kumaraswamy asserted that nobody could touch him and announced that he would make several revelations on Monday (Nov 2). Speaking to reporters in Bengaluru, he said, The administrative machinery and officials of this government cannot take on or touch Kumaraswamy so easily. Taking a direct swipe at Bengaluru Police Commissioner Seemant Kumar Singh, he asked, Who is this commissioner? Is he a Police Commissioner or a head clerk? He is behaving like a clerk. To protect his position and post, he is making such irresponsible statements at someone's behest. I know very well what all he is doing to retain his position. Responding to IT and BT Minister Priyank Kharge's remark that only the trailer is over, the picture is yet to come in the sting operation case, Kumaraswamy said he had no need to learn filmmaking from others as he was originally a film producer. I am a film producer by profession. I do not need to learn filmmaking from them. They are now trying to make a film. I will hold a press conference at 11 am on Monday and show the real picture, he said. He further promised to present documentary evidence explaining who would ultimately be hit by the sting operation investigation, whom the state government was protecting and the direction in which the probe was proceeding. Referring to former Chief Minister Siddaramaiah obtaining a stay order from the court in connection with the case and statements made by his son Yathindra Siddaramaiah that the sting operation was carried out to blackmail and tarnish their image, Kumaraswamy assured his supporters and party workers that there was no need for them to panic. In a major twist, Bengaluru City Police Commissioner Seemanth Kumar Singh on Sunday said that investigators have found evidence suggesting that a mobile phone was exchanged at the residence of Union Minister for Heavy Industries and Steel H.D. Kumaraswamy in connection with the alleged sting operation case. Calling it a major development in the investigation, the Police Commissioner said one Ritesh Pandey had stayed at the address of Kumaraswamy and that a video was uploaded on the instructions of Prajwal Prasad. Karnataka Home Minister Priyank Kharge on Sunday said that technical evidence and crucial documents had emerged during the investigation into the sting operation case, adding that legal action would be taken against anyone found involved, irrespective of their influence or position. Speaking to the media in Kalaburagi, he said the investigation was continuing, and several important aspects had already come to light. More facts would emerge as the probe progressed, he added. He said technical examination during the investigation had revealed several significant aspects. He recalled that Union Minister H.D. Kumaraswamy had earlier laid siege to the Police Commissioner's office after his name reportedly figured during the investigation and had also taken out a march to the Director General of Police's office. The investigation was examining the origin of the case and who had orchestrated it, Kharge said, adding that the FIR contained specific references to the publicity campaign surrounding the case and those working behind it. He alleged that people who had worked with Kumaraswamy and his close associates were not appearing for questioning. Kumaraswamy should have asked them to cooperate with the investigation, he said, questioning why he had not done so.
Accused in chainsaw attack on Andhra girl injured in police firing
Digital Desk | Amaravati, Nov 1 (IANS) The accused in Saturdays electric chainsaw attack on a Class 10 girl student in Andhra Pradeshs Anantapur district was injured in the police firing on Sunday. Police opened fire on Hemanth when he tried to evade arrest in the Atmakur forest area in Anantapur district. Hemanth, 21, was admitted to a hospital in Anantapur town. The details of his condition were not immediately known. Police have maintained tight security at the hospital. According to police, the accused tried to escape when a police team tried to arrest him. The police team had reached the area following information about his presence there. Police personnel reportedly opened fire in the air to make the accused surrender. When he tried to escape, the team opened fire on him. The police team reportedly opened about six rounds to catch the accused. Hemanth had attacked the girl at Zilla Parishad High School in Rapthadu, Anantapur district on Saturday. The accused is a relative of the girl and attacked her after she spurned his proposal. The girl was critically injured in the attack and was shifted to a hospital in Bengaluru, where she is undergoing treatment. According to doctors, the next 48 hours will be crucial for the victim. Andhra Pradesh Education and IT Minister Nara Lokesh on Sunday visited Bengaluru and spoke with doctors at Manipal Hospital to review the health condition of the girl and ongoing treatment. The accused, who was later identified as Hemanth, is a close relative of the victim. He is reported to be still at large. According to an official release here, Lokesh said the incident occurred around 10 a.m. when an individual entered the school premises carrying a chainsaw and attacked the student. Upon receiving information, he immediately alerted the police and district health authorities. The girl was initially shifted to a government hospital, where doctors worked for nearly eight hours to stabilise her condition. Once she was fit to be transferred, she was moved to Manipal Hospital in Bengaluru. Doctors immediately initiated treatment and performed surgery lasting nearly 12 hours before shifting her to the ICU. Lokesh said the next 48 hours would be critical and appealed to people across Andhra Pradesh to pray for the girl's recovery. Calling her our daughter, he said she needed everyone's support and prayers during this difficult time.
Bengaluru-Mumbai Vande Bharat Sleeper Train Brings Three-State Corridor, Ties Twin Economic Hubs
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Sting op row: Evidence found of mobile phone exchange at Kumaraswamy's home, says Bengaluru CP
Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Nov 1 (IANS) In a major twist, Commissioner of Police, Bengaluru City, Seemanth Kumar Singh, said on Sunday that investigators have found evidence suggesting that a mobile phone was exchanged at the residence of Union Minister for Heavy Industries and Steel H.D. Kumaraswamy in connection with the alleged sting operation case. The statement has assumed significance amid Union Minister Kumaraswamy stating earlier that the Congress-led government in Karnataka is conspiring to arrest him under false charges in connection with the sting operation row. The development is likely to trigger major controversy in the state. Calling it a major development in the investigation, the Police Commissioner said that one Ritesh Pandey had stayed at the address of Kumaraswamy and that a video was uploaded on the instructions of Prajwal Prasad. He said financial transactions had also taken place between Ritesh and Prajwal Prasad, adding that the role of other individuals in the case would become clear following further investigation and the arrest of Prajwal Prasad. Videos were uploaded using a mobile phone purchased by Prajwal Prasad. The video was uploaded through a person called Ritesh Pandey. We are investigating who instructed him to upload it, Singh said. The Police Commissioner said evidence had been found to support the claim that a mobile phone was exchanged at Kumaraswamy's residence. He added that investigators had also obtained CCTV footage from the shop where the mobile phone was purchased. Further mahazar procedures will be conducted. The investigation is still at a crucial stage, and it would not be appropriate to reveal more details at this point, he said. Singh said Prajwal Prasad was currently absconding and a search was underway to trace him. Another person, Vinod Sharma, was also absconding, and police were searching for both individuals. We will investigate the truthfulness of the statement made by Ritesh Pandey. We are also examining whether the events took place as claimed by Kumaraswamy and under whose instructions the alleged acts were carried out. At this stage, only this much can be disclosed. Further details will emerge after the investigation, Singh said. According to the police, Prajwal Prasad had worked as the Public Relations Officer of Union Minister H.D. Kumaraswamy. During questioning, Ritesh Pandey allegedly revealed that the mobile phone had been handed over at Kumaraswamy's residence. With Prajwal Prasad currently absconding, police have intensified efforts to trace him. The alleged handing over or exchange of the mobile phone at Kumaraswamy's residence has emerged during the investigation, and further action, including a possible examination of the Union Minister's residence, could depend on the outcome of Prajwal Prasad's questioning and further investigation. It may be noted that the Bengaluru City Police declared the viral sting operation video targeting former Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah to be a fabricated and deliberately constructed narrative. In late September and October 2026, a purported sting operation video/honey-trap claim surfaced on social media platforms (such as YouTube and X) and was briefly aired or discussed by some local channels. It alleged sexual abuse and involved events traced back to or framed around older timelines. The Bengaluru Central Crime Branch (CCB) and Bengaluru City Police investigated the matter, recovering the mobile phone used to upload the content and tracing leads to Delhi. Police officially stated that the video and its allegations are false, concocted, and part of a deliberately constructed narrative. Siddaramaiah filed a police complaint on October 6, 2026, and secured an ex parte ad-interim injunction from a Bengaluru court blocking 42 media organisations and platforms from publishing or broadcasting the material. The Karnataka Pradesh Congress Committee (KPCC) expelled former party general secretary Kripa Alva for six years after her name surfaced in connection with the video and she failed to respond to a show-cause notice. Kumaraswamy had alleged internal party conspiracies within the Congress.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi has approved the Southern Bullet Train Corridor which will connect Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Amaravati, and Chennai. This high-speed rail project aims to reduce travel time significantly between these economic hubs. The Bengaluru-Chennai journey will take just 73 minutes, while Bengaluru-Hyderabad will take about two hours and 10 minutes.
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250 volunteers mark Kannada Rajyotsava with green drive at neighbourhood parks in Bengaluru
Karnataka to provide 7 pc quota in professional education for rural govt school students
Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Nov 1 (IANS) Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar on Sunday announced that students who have studied in government schools in rural areas will be provided seven per cent reservation in professional education, including engineering and medical courses, while expressing confidence that the Congress-led protest scheduled in Delhi to protect voting rights would be successful. Every voter's right must be protected, and it is the responsibility of all of us, Shivakumar said while responding to questions from the media at his Sadashivanagar residence and near the Bhuvaneshwari Devi statue at the Vidhana Soudha here. Addressing the 71st Kannada Rajyotsava celebrations at Kanteerava Stadium, the Chief Minister added that the reservation was intended to provide greater opportunities for rural government school students to pursue professional education. The state government was transforming schools at the panchayat level to match the standards of urban schools. Orders had already been issued for the recruitment of 15,000 teachers, while 25,498 bilingual schools had been started across Karnataka. Science laboratories had also been established in 250 government schools, Shivakumar said. Skill-based education had been introduced from Class 6, while artificial intelligence training would be provided to students from Class 6 onwards and continued up to Class 12. The state government was also utilising Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) funds for the development of government schools and upgrading Karnataka public schools, he added. Shivakumar said that Kannada should not remain merely an official language but become the language of people's hearts. Children must first learn Kannada and use it in their daily lives, even as they prepare to compete globally. Language has no boundaries. In the digital age, we can use all languages on mobile phones. Amid competition between languages, Kannada must grow. If we love our language, it will protect us, Shivakumar added. He urged students to develop interests in sports, arts and literature alongside academics. Highlighting the state government's initiatives for sportspersons, Shivakumar said Karnataka athletes had won eight medals at the Asian Games. The state government had announced cash incentives of Rs 1 crore for gold medallists, Rs 75 lakh for silver medallists and Rs 50 lakh for bronze medallists. Athletes who participated in the Asian Games were given Rs 5 lakh each, while those preparing for the Paralympics were being provided Rs 10 lakh each. The state government had also introduced two per cent reservation for sportspersons in government jobs and three per cent in the Forest and Police departments, the Chief Minister added. On youth development, Shivakumar said the state government planned to establish 10,000 Bharat Jodo youth associations at the panchayat and ward levels, involving young people aged between 16 and 35 years. Each association would receive an annual grant of Rs 10 lakh to encourage talent in sports, arts and culture and develop leadership qualities. He added that orders had been issued to fill 72,000 government vacancies and 66,000 jobs had been created. The Skill Development Department had also introduced the Udyoga Sethu platform to connect job seekers with private-sector employment opportunities. Around 100 ITIs had entered into agreements with leading industries. Defending the recent Rs 8 per litre increase in milk prices, Shivakumar said farmers were facing difficulties due to drought conditions and the increase was intended to support their livelihoods. Of the additional amount, Rs 7 would go to farmers, while the remaining Rs 1 would be allocated to milk unions and societies. The decision would benefit around 11 lakh farming families, he added. He also outlined several agricultural initiatives, including the distribution of crop loans worth Rs 30,000 crore to 38 lakh farmers, crop insurance coverage for 37.32 lakh farmers and the distribution of agricultural equipment to 3.41 lakh farmers. The state government was also implementing drip irrigation projects worth Rs 2,825 crore and constructing 32,138 farm ponds at a cost of Rs 363 crore. Drone- and satellite-based crop surveys would be undertaken across 1,000 square kilometres at a cost of Rs 3.32 crore, Shivakumar said. The Chief Minister also announced that the state government was planning to support Kannada-medium aided schools established after 1995 after discussions with the Finance Department. Other initiatives included the Neagilu Yogi scheme to provide tractor-based ploughing facilities for small farmers owning up to three acres, distribution of five lakh housing sites, the Bhugyaranti initiative to strengthen property ownership records and the Teak Siri scheme to improve farmers' income. Responding to questions about the Congress-led protest in Delhi, Shivakumar said that voting rights were equivalent to the right to live and alleged that the names of lakhs of voters had been systematically deleted from electoral rolls. Every citizen must be ensured the right to vote. The party fighting to protect democracy is committed to safeguarding the rights of every voter. The protest being organised in Delhi will be successful. Protecting every voter's right is the responsibility of all of us, he added. He also alleged that lakhs of voters' names had been deliberately removed from electoral rolls in Karnataka and said the party's fight against the alleged injustice would continue. Recalling his school days, Shivakumar said the participation of children in the Rajyotsava celebrations reminded him of his own childhood, when he took part in school processions, cultural programmes and played the bass drum. He encouraged students to work hard and aspire to occupy responsible positions in society.
Red, yellow and Kannada pride mark Rajyotsava at Bengalurus Kanteerava Stadium
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Digital Desk | Margao (Goa), Nov 1 (IANS) Uzziel Budus stoppage-time header helped Dempo Sports Club start their Indian Football League (IFL) 202627 campaign on a winning note, securing a dramatic 1-0 victory over FC Bengaluru United at the Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Fatorda, Goa, on Sunday. Ghanaian defender Uzziel Yaw Asomaning Budu struck in the eighth minute of second-half stoppage time to break the deadlock and hand the hosts all three points. Billed as a classic David-versus-Goliath clash between a youthful FC Bengaluru United outfit and the seasoned campaigners of Dempo, the contest looked destined to end in a goalless stalemate as the visitors defended resolutely for large periods of the match. However, Bengaluru switched off in the final 10 minutes and were punished in the dying moments when stopper-back Budu rose highest from a corner kick in the final minute of added time to glance home the winner in front of the home fans. The game began on a scrappy note as both teams took time to settle on a slow pitch. Dempo slowly found their stride as the contest moved into the second quarter, stringing passes together and establishing a firm hold on ball possession. Operating down the left flank, Saiesh Bagkar produced a couple of probing runs for the Goan side as he looked to link up with forwards Cledson Carvalho Dasilva and captain Richmond Kwasi Owusu. However, his efforts did not produce any real openings to trouble a well-organised Bengaluru defence marshalled by Daniel, Abdul Hannan, and goalkeeper Manjunath Hirekurbar. Despite Dempos territorial dominance, FC Bengaluru United carved out their first chance of the evening from a corner kick in the 27th minute, though the resulting header was not on target. The visitors slowly found their rhythm as the match moved into the third quarter past the half-hour mark, with captain Ribhav Sardesai and Lalramdinsanga Ralte working tirelessly in midfield to keep their shape. Dempo continued to dominate the ball for the remainder of the opening period, commanding 70 per cent possession and producing close to 250 passes. While the hosts controlled possession well, they lacked intensity and penetration in the final third against a tight Bengaluru rearguard that kept compact numbers at the back, sending the two sides into the half-time break deadlocked at 0-0. The match resumed at a much faster pace in the second half, with FC Bengaluru United showing greater attacking intent on the transition. The visitors came agonisingly close to taking the lead when Russian forward Marat Tareck made a fine run in behind the Dempo backline of Budu, Athul Unnikrishnan, and Pruthvesh Pednekar with only the goalkeeper in sight. However, a heavy touch from the Russian forward at the crucial moment allowed Dempo goalkeeper Subhajit Bhattacharjee to pounce swiftly on the ball and smother the danger without any harm. Dempo responded at the other end and won a corner kick of their own, from which defender Athul Unnikrishnan rose to meet the delivery, only to send his header off target. The intensity subsequently dropped from both sides as the game moved into the second quarter of the half, with the scoreline remaining unchanged right through to the final hydration break. Although FC Bengaluru United were the better side for large spells of the second half, they lost concentration in the closing 10 minutes as Dempo pushed forward in search of a late breakthrough. In the 80th minute, Dempo carved out their best opportunity from open play when skipper Richmond Owusu delivered a spot-on pass to find Saiesh Bagkar inside the penalty box, only for his goal-bound shot to be bravely blocked by the Bengaluru defence. With eight minutes of added time indicated, that missed chance initially appeared anticlimactic for the hosts, and for long moments it looked as though Bengaluru would return home with a well-earned point. However, a moment of brilliance in the 90+8th minute changed everything. Winning a corner in the final minute of the match, Dempo whipped a delivery into the box where stopper-back Budu timed his jump to perfection to glance a precise header into the second post past Hirekurbar. In the end, Uzziel Budus last-gasp header proved decisive as Dempo Sports Club capitalised on FC Bengaluru Uniteds late lapse to seal a hard-fought 1-0 victory and open their home campaign with all three points.
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