Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Sep 9 (IANS) The Karnataka State Cabinet has approved several key decisions, including the revival of student union elections in colleges and universities across the state from the 2026-27 academic year, an aerospace policy and an employment incentive scheme. .Speaking at a press conference after the Cabinet meeting on Wednesday, Deputy Chief Minister G. Parameshwara provided details of the decisions. The Cabinet approved the resumption of student elections in colleges and universities with the objective of fostering leadership, responsibility and democratic values among students. Student elections had been banned in colleges earlier for various reasons. We have now decided to resume them. The system will be implemented from the 2026-27 academic year. However, no political party or organisation will be allowed to campaign on campuses, Parameshwara said. The Cabinet has also approved the distribution of 15 lakh residential sites to economically weaker sections across the state. It has been decided to allocate 50,000 sites in each district. The distribution of sites will be carried out in three phases across Karnataka. Around five lakh sites will be distributed in September, while another five lakh sites each will be distributed during the second and third phases, Parameshwara said. He further stated that Karnataka is facing a severe drought this year, with 101 talukas already declared drought-affected based on the Centres 2020 drought manual. Another 50 talukas are likely to be declared soon, followed by further assessments, he added. Last year, 223 talukas were declared drought-affected, but the situation is worse this year, and potentially all talukas could be covered. The state will submit memorandums to the Centre seeking financial support, including a possible waiver of farmers loans. The government has attributed the severe situation partly to the El Nino impact. An all-party delegation may also visit Delhi to seek assistance from the Centre. Karnataka Aerospace Policy 2026 to 31 has been approved. This is in order to encourage industries related to aerospace technologies. Some subsidy component has been introduced in focused areas and also non-focused areas. Im not going to share the details, but just in principle, a policy has been brought about, 26 to 31. Bengaluru already has a programme to manufacture fighter aircraft under Tejas Advanced Systems, and also HAL is manufacturing 97 light combat aircrafts. All this certainly will be helped by the government in terms of the policy and providing subsidy components, he stated. Number two, a programme has been announced to build houses near the workplace, which is called Shramika Nivas. Some 10,000 houses are targeted in the first place. We will ask the companies and industries to build these housing facilities. The government will promote these industries and give them support and subsidies, etc. it is for all industries, Parameshwara stated. In order to encourage industries in the most backward and backward talukas, the government will support those industries on the basis of their investment: backward class up to 10 per cent, most backward class up to 20 per cent. Industries related to aerospace, defence, automobile industry, electric vehicles, electronic vehicles, semiconductors, etc. All these industries will be promoted in these areas and will be promoted to improve those talukas, he stated.
France aerospace firms discuss expansion, investment plans in Karnataka
Karnataka's industries minister met French aerospace firms to discuss expanding operations. Aubert & Duval was urged to increase manufacturing capacity at the Belagavi SEZ. LISI Aerospace shared its future investment plans for its Bengaluru facility. Arkema learned about opportunities in Karnataka's battery manufacturing sector. The minister also met the France Kannada Balaga to strengthen cultural ties.
In Bengaluru, many waste collectors not paid for four months
This comes even as Greater Bengaluru Development Minister Krishna Byre Gowda recently pointed out absenteeism among pourakarmikas who sweep the streets, drawing the ire of both pourakarmikas and waste collectors, who have demanded an apology.
Bengalurus Avenue Road houses one of its oldest antique stores, Balajis Antiques and Collectibles
Century-old Balajis Antiques and Collectibles in Bengaluru supplied props for A Passage to India, and houses artefacts from all over India
Paras Dairy, KIS Group to set up 10 BioCNG plants with 1,000 cr investment
Bengaluru-based KIS Group and Paras Dairy will form a joint venture to set up 10 BioCNG plants with an investment of Rs 1,000 crore. According to a joint statement, KIS Group and Paras Dairy have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to set up 10 BioCNG (CBG) plants across Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra and other states, with an estimated investment of Rs 1,000 crore. They will form a joint venture (JV) for the proposed BioCNG plants. Under the partnership, KIS Group will be responsible for technology, construction and operation of the plants, while Paras Dairy will be responsible for feedstock arrangement, land and approvals. The MoU was signed at the IBET Expo here. Founded in 2006, KIS Group is a clean technology player specialising in Biogas, BioCNG, and BioLNG solutions. Paras Dairy has plants in Sahibabad, Guloathi and Sandila in Uttar Pradesh, Malanpur in Madhya Pradesh and Newasa in Maharashtra.
India's aerospace industry is witnessing an impressive surge, fueled by advanced technology and swift aviation research. Leading this transformative endeavour are Bengaluru IISc professors Duvvuri Subrahmanyam and Pratikash Panda, who are spearheading technological development. Their pioneering research, praised by Anand Mahindra, is set to redefine India's aerospace landscape, showcasing the nation's commitment to achieving excellence in scientific advancement and infrastructure.
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Bengaluru: GBA, police raid vet clinic over alleged animal cruelty; 12 dogs, a cat rescued
The raid was conducted at Primecare Vet Hospital after an animal rescue group and a whistleblower brought alleged video evidence of cruelty to the authorities attention.
Bengaluru: Auto driver stabs wife to death, ends life
According to the police, the couple were living alone at their Vibhutipura residence, while their two children were staying with their maternal grandparents in Davangere.
FSDA officials shut down hotel in Bengaluru citing hygiene issues
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Cauvery row: Karnataka to move Supreme Court against order to release 6,000 cusecs to Tamil Nadu
Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Sep 9 (IANS) Karnataka will approach the Supreme Court challenging the orders issued by the Cauvery Water Regulation Committee (CWRC) and the Cauvery Water Management Authority (CWMA) directing the state to release 6,000 cusecs of Cauvery water daily to Tamil Nadu, Water Resources Minister N. Cheluvarayaswamy said on Wednesday. Speaking to reporters at Vidhana Soudha in Bengaluru, Cheluvarayaswamy said the issue had been discussed at length with Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar and that preparations were underway to file a petition before the Supreme Court on Thursday after consulting the team of legal experts. He said the Karnataka government had also directed officials to file a review petition before the CWRC against its order. The CWMA has also upheld the order of the CWRC. However, the situation in our reservoirs is extremely difficult and we are facing a situation where there is hardly enough water to release. At present, priority has to be given to drinking water, while there is also a need to fill up dried lakes and tanks, he added. The Minister expressed concern over the prevailing water situation and said conditions could improve only if Karnataka received good rainfall within a week of the Gowri-Ganesha festival. We (Karnataka) will not support the CWRC order under any circumstances. Earlier, 100 TMC of water had been released, while this year we have released only 30 TMC. Despite this, the Tamil Nadu government has continued to put pressure on Karnataka, Cheluvarayaswamy said. He also added that the Karnataka government would seriously consider appointing a Special Advocate to represent the state in Supreme Court in the Cauvery matter, as suggested by former Chief Minister Basavaraj Bommai. The Karnataka government would also discuss the proposal with Bommai, he added. Reacting to the Enforcement Directorate (ED) raids on the residences of Minister Satish Jarkiholi and his aides, Cheluvarayaswamy accused the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) of politically targeting opposition leaders through central investigative agencies. Let them do whatever they want according to the law. But targeting Opposition leaders through such raids has become the BJP's practice, he alleged. The Minister questioned why similar ED raids were not being conducted against Ministers in Madhya Pradesh, Odisha and other states where the BJP or its allies are in power. He accused the Centre of adopting a discriminatory approach in the use of central investigative agencies and questioned the rationale behind selectively targeting leaders of opposition parties. Cheluvarayaswamy's remarks came amid the ongoing political controversy surrounding the ED searches linked to the alleged financial and foreign investment-related irregularities involving Satish Jarkiholi and his aides.
KBC 18: Question that made IIT graduate lose Rs 25 lakhs
Mumbai: One of the most loved quiz-based reality shows, Kaun Banega Crorepati Season 18, is currently underway on Sony TV. The season has already featured several interesting contestants from different walks of life, and the latest episode saw a contestant from Bengaluru, Karnataka, make it to the hot seat and take on the Rs 25 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 .
Levon Aronian Returns to India for Another Global Chess League Season
American Grandmaster Levon Aronian is back in India for another GCL season. After arriving in Bengaluru, he is set to explore the country before joining his team for the tournament
Frameo Ranked Number 1 AI Filmmaking Agent in Independent Physion Labs Benchmark
San Francisco [US]/ Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], September 9: Dashverse today announced that Frameo, its AI filmmaking and video generation agent, ranked #1 in Arc v1.0 Movie, an independent benchmark published by Physion Labs. In a human evaluation of 8 AI video agents, including Runway Agent 2.0, Luma Creative Agents, Kling Canvas Agent, and Invideo Agent One, Frameo scored 88.7 out of 100 on quality, nearly twenty points clear of the second-placed agent. Frameo ranked #1 on 13 of 16 metrics, including all 8 human-preference metrics, in a 100-prompt, 800-video human evaluation. Dashverse's AI storytelling agent Frameo outperformed 8 leading AI filmmaking agents, scoring 88.7, nearly 20 points ahead of the runner-up and ranking first across Narrative Coherence, Cinematic Language and Production Quality.
Ganesh idol stolen from Bengaluru stall, CCTV captures theft
Bengaluru: A Ganesh idol kept by the roadside for sale ahead of Ganesh Chaturthi was allegedly stolen by a group of four men in Dasarahalli on Magadi Road in the early hours of Monday, September 7. The incident reportedly took place around 4 am, when the accused arrived in a Tata Ace goods vehicle and 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 .
No SIR notice issued to Prof CNR Rao, clarifies GBA
The Greater Bengaluru Authority (GBA) clarified that no notice was issued to Bharat Ratna awardee Prof C N R Rao regarding an electoral roll discrepancy. Instead, the Booth Level Officer recommended including his name despite a variation in how it was recorded over the years, ensuring his inclusion in the final electoral roll.
E-Rickshaw Driver Returns Macbook: Bengaluru rider gets 2 lakh laptop back; driver refuses reward
No notice to Bharat Ratna C.N.R. Rao over voter list issue: CEO
Bengaluru: The Chief Electoral Officers (CEO) office has rejected media reports claiming that Bharat Ratna awardee and renowned scientist Prof. C.N.R. Rao was served a notice over a discrepancy in his name in the electoral rolls during the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise. The election authorities clarified that neither Prof. Rao nor any member of Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Pandya Included As Padikkal And Gaikwad To Captain India A Against Australia A
New Delhi: Left-handed batter Devdutt Padikkal and senior opener Ruturaj Gaikwad have been named captains of the India A multi-day and one-day squads, respectively, for the upcoming home series against Australia A, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) announced on Wednesday. Seam-bowling all-rounder Hardik Pandya, who has been out of action since IPL 2026 due to injuries to his quad and leg, has been included in the 50-over games, though his selection is subject to fitness. India A will play two four-day matches, followed by a three-match one-day series. All five fixtures will be hosted in Puducherry, beginning on September 22. Padikkal, who was the player of the series in Indias 1-0 Test series win over Sri Lanka, amassing 328 runs at number three, will lead a 15-member multi-day side featuring prominent domestic performers. Left-handed top-order batter Sai Sudharsan, who missed the Test series against Sri Lanka due to a right toe injury, has been named as his vice-captain. The squad includes top-order options Aman Mokhade, Ayush Pandey, Yash Rathod, and Shaik Rasheed, alongside wicketkeeping options Kumar Kushagra, who hit a century in the ongoing Duleep Trophy final against South Zone, and N Jagadeesan. The spin department for the red-ball leg will be led by Mumbai all-rounders Shams Mulani and Tanush Kotian, while the fast-bowling unit features Anshul Kamboj, Tushar Deshpande, Praful Hinge, Nachiket Bhute, and Vijaykumar Vyshak, whose inclusion remains subject to fitness clearance. For the limited-overs series, Gaikwad takes over captaincy, with Padikkal serving as his deputy. The 50-over squad boasts significant international experience, highlighted by the inclusion of Pandya, provided he passes the fitness assessment at the BCCI CoE in Bengaluru. The one-day batting unit features explosive batters Priyansh Arya, two-time IPL-winning captain and India batter Rajat Patidar, and versatile Punjab batter Naman Dhir, who has set the stage on fire in the ongoing Sher-e-Punjab T20 league. Prabhsimran Singh joins Kushagra as a wicket-keeping option for the one-day series, while all-round support will be provided by Nishant Sindhu, Vipraj Nigam, Arshin Kulkarni, and Arshad Khan. The pace-bowling attack for the one-day games features Gurjapneet Singh and Yash Thakur, who made his T20I debut on the tour of Zimbabwe in July. The series gets underway with the first red-ball game, to be held in Puducherry from September 22 to 25, followed by the second match from September 29 to October 2. The action then shifts to the white-ball format, with the three one-day matches scheduled for October 6, October 9, and October 11. Prabhsimran Singh joins Kushagra as a wicket-keeping option for the one-day series, while all-round support will be provided by Nishant Sindhu, Vipraj Nigam, Arshin Kulkarni, and Arshad Khan. The pace-bowling attack for the one-day games features Gurjapneet Singh and Yash Thakur, who made his T20I debut on the tour of Zimbabwe in July. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories India A One-Day squad: Ruturaj Gaikwad (captain), Devdutt Padikkal (vice-captain), Priyansh Arya, Sai Sudharsan, Rajat Patidar, Kumar Kushagra (wk), Nishant Sindhu, Vipraj Nigam, Arshin Kulkarni, Arshad Khan, Naman Dhir, Hardik Pandya (subject to fitness), Prabhsimran Singh (wk), Gurjapneet Singh, and Yash Thakur. Article Source: IANS
SIR: No notice issued to Bharat Ratna awardee C.N. Rao, clarifies Greater Bengaluru Authority Chief Commissioner Bengaluru: No notice has been issued to Bharat Ratna awardee and renowned scientist Professor C.N. Rao in connection with the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, Bengaluru City District Election Officer and Chief Commissioner for Greater Bengaluru Authority [] The post SIR: No notice issued to Bharat Ratna awardee C.N. Rao, clarifies Greater Bengaluru Authority Chief Commissioner appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
How Pt Vinayak Torvi created a space for Hindustani music in Bengaluru
Marking his 78th birthday, Bengalurus Dharohar festival celebrated not only Pt. Vinayak Torvis artistry but also his efforts to train generations of musicians and cultivate discerning audiences.
Autorickshaw driver dies by suicide in Bengaluru after killing wife over reel quarrel
Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Sep 9 (IANS) A 38-year-old autorickshaw driver allegedly murdered his wife before dying by suicide following a dispute at their residence in Vibhutipura under the jurisdiction of the HAL Police Station in Bengaluru, the police said on Wednesday. The deceased have been identified as Raghavendra, son of Muniraju, and his wife, Shruthi Raghavendra, 30, a housemaid. According to the police, a family dispute is suspected to have led to the tragic incident late on Tuesday night. Raghavendra ended his life by hanging himself inside the house after stabbing her to death with a beer bottle, the police added. The couple had two children, who are currently staying with their maternal grandparents in Davanagere, near Bengaluru. At the time of the incident, only Raghavendra and Shruthi were at their Vibhutipura house. Preliminary reports suggested that the couple frequently quarrelled over Shruthis habit of watching reels on her mobile phone. The police suspect that an argument broke out on Tuesday night after Raghavendra allegedly found his wife using her phone and watching reels. The argument reportedly escalated, following which Raghavendra allegedly attacked Shruthi with a beer bottle and subsequently stabbed her in the stomach. She reportedly died at the spot. Raghavendra later ended his life by hanging himself. While the reels habit is being cited as a possible trigger for the quarrel, the police said that the exact motive and circumstances leading to the incident are yet to be established. After receiving information about the incident, the HAL Police visited the residence and conducted an inspection. The bodies were shifted for further legal procedures, and a case has been registered. The couple had reportedly fallen in love around 18 years ago while they were studying and later married with the consent of their respective families. Later, they had moved to Bengaluru from Davanagere and had purchased a house in Vibhutipura. Shruthi was reportedly working at an apartment complex. The police are continuing their investigation to establish the sequence of events and ascertain the exact circumstances surrounding the deaths of the husband and wife.
DRI Seizes 740 Kg Cannabis, Charas in Pan-India Operation; 13 Held
The DRI earlier intercepted three passengers, arriving from Hanoi, Vietnam, and Bangkok, Thailand, at Hyderabad and Bengaluru airports, resulting in the collective seizure of approximately 24.6 kg of high-potency cannabis
DRI seizes about 740 kg of cannabis in eight operations; 13 held
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 9 (IANS) The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence conducted eight major operations across the country in the last fortnight and seized around 740 kg of cannabis and charas and arrested 13 people, an official statement said on Wednesday. The seizures included 709.6 kg cannabis (ganja), 24.5 kg highgrade hydroponic cannabis and 5 kg charas, the statement from the Ministry of Finance said. After receiving inputs, officers of DRI intercepted two trucks coming from Vishakhapatnam at Old Dhamtari Road near Raipur, leading to a recovery of 61 packets, concealed in 10 sacks kept in the loading areas of the trucks. A total of 375.95 kg cannabis, along with the two trucks, was seized under the NDPS Act, 1985, and four persons were arrested. Acting on specific intelligence during September 56, DRI intercepted a truck on the AurangabadPatna Highway near Patna, upon which officers were attacked and one was injured while the driver escaped, the statement noted. A search revealed 90 packets confirmed as ganja, and 140.5 kg and the vehicle was seized. Earlier, on August 26, 2026, officers seized about 124 kg of cannabis concealed in a truck near Raipur and arrested one person. On September 3, 2026, DRI intercepted three persons travelling in the general compartment of Amarnath Express train at Gorakhpur Railway Station. Personal search resulted in the recovery of around 5 kg charas (hashish), concealed by two of the passengers in knee-cap-like coverings wrapped around their thighs and hidden inside their sarees. Investigations indicated that the charas had been smuggled from Nepal. The recovered charas or hashish was seized and all three persons were arrested under the NDPS Act, 1985. Further, 3 passengers, arriving from Hanoi, Vietnam and Bangkok, Thailand at Hyderabad and Bengaluru airports were held in the last 15 days, collectively resulting in the seizure of approximately 24.6 kg high potency cannabis.
Bharat Ratna awardee CNR Rao gets SIR notice over name spelling mismatch
Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Sept 9 (IANS) Bharat Ratna awardee and renowned scientist Professor C.N.R. Rao, 92, received a notice on Wednesday, in connection with the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Karnataka over a spelling mismatch in his name, said reports. The notice issued to Professor Rao cites self-name mismatch as the reason. While his name reportedly appears in the older electoral rolls as Prof CNR Rao, the current electoral roll contains an additional f in the professional title, recording it as Proff CNR Rao. The discrepancy has resulted in the veteran scientist being asked to establish his identity as part of the electoral roll verification process. Under the SIR exercise, self-name mismatch refers to a discrepancy that arises when an elector uses details from the 2002 electoral roll while filling out the SIR enumeration form, but those details do not match the particulars in the current electoral roll. Professor Rao has reportedly been asked to appear for a hearing in Malleshwaram, near the Indian Institute of Science (IISc), to clarify the discrepancy and establish his identity. The development has drawn attention as Rao is one of Indias most celebrated scientists and a recipient of the countrys highest civilian honour, the Bharat Ratna. The notice is part of the electoral roll verification process being undertaken under the SIR exercise, which involves checking and updating voter details across the state. It can be noted that C.N.R. Rao is one of Indias most distinguished scientists and a globally recognised solid-state and materials chemist. Born in Bengaluru in 1934, he has made major contributions to chemistry, particularly in solid-state materials, nanomaterials and structural chemistry. He founded the Solid State and Structural Chemistry Unit at the Indian Institute of Science (IISc) in 1976 and served as IISc Director from 1984 to 1994. Rao has authored more than 1,600 research papers and received numerous international honours. He was awarded the Bharat Ratna, Indias highest civilian honour, in 2013 for his outstanding contribution to science. Karnataka Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) had clarified on Tuesday that the notice issued to Padma Shri awardee Harekala Hajabba during the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls was related to a mismatch in his name in the electoral records and said the issue has now been resolved. In a post on social media platform X, the CEO shared a clarification issued by the District Election Officer (DEO), Mangaluru, regarding the correction of Hajabbas name. With regard to the issue concerning the correction of the name of Padma Shri awardee Shri Harekala Hajabba, it is clarified that a mismatch in the name of the elector was found. In order to correct his name, officials visited and collected the documents from him. The issue has now been resolved, the DEO said. The clarification came after election officials served Hajabba a notice asking him to appear with documents following a discrepancy between the name in the current electoral roll and the name recorded during the previous SIR exercise. The notice, which was issued at his residence, directed Hajabba to appear before the election officer with the required documents to retain his name in the final electoral roll. He was asked to appear at the Harekala Gram Panchayat on September 11. However, within a few hours of serving the notice, the Village Accountant reportedly returned to Hajabbas residence and withdrew it. The officials assured him that the discrepancy in his name would be corrected.
Jarkiholi ED raids politically motivated as BJP targeting Dalit leader, says Karnataka CM
Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Sep 9 (IANS) Karnataka Chief Minister, D.K. Shivakumar, on Wednesday alleged that the Enforcement Directorate (ED) raids on PWD Minister Satish Jarkiholi and his associates were politically motivated and aimed at targeting an influential Dalit leader and disrupting the state governments 100-day celebrations. The Congress also questioned why the central agency had not searched the properties of BJP legislators related to Excise Department official Y. Manjunath and only raided Jarkiholi's home. The minister is Manjunath's brother-in-law and the Excise Department official's house was also raided on Wednesday. Speaking to reporters in Bengaluru, CM Shivakumar said the BJP was unable to tolerate Jarkiholis stature and growth and alleged that central investigative agencies were being misused to target Congress leaders. Satish Jarkiholi is an influential Dalit leader. The BJP is not able to tolerate his stature and growth. Earlier, they conducted raids against me and sent me to jail. Now, Congress leaders are being targeted and central investigating agencies are being misused, he said. The Chief Minister asserted that Jarkiholi had committed no wrongdoing and said the state government and the party would stand firmly by him. Satish Jarkiholi has not committed any mistake. The government and the party will stand with him strongly, 100 per cent, CM Shivakumar said. Responding to questions about the EDs focus on alleged overseas investments, CM Shivakumar questioned whether conducting business abroad was itself an offence. Wont people carry out business overseas? Is there no provision in law for that? Is it an offence for family members to carry out business overseas? he asked. CM Shivakumar described Jarkiholi as a senior minister and industrialist who was involved in social service and said there was no reason for panic over the investigation. He is a senior minister and also an industrialist. He is carrying out social service without any hidden agenda. He is ready to face any investigation and there is no need for anyone to panic, he said. The Chief Minister also alleged that the timing of the raids was intended to divert public attention from the state governments 100-day milestone. Tomorrow my government is completing 100 days. To derail the celebrations and divert the attention of the people, the BJP has planned this, CM Shivakumar alleged. He referred to previous ED action against former minister B. Nagendra and alleged that central agencies were now being used to target Home Minister Priyank Kharge and in connection with issues involving the Karnataka Public Service Commission (KPSC). CM Shivakumar also questioned why similar action was not being taken against BJP leaders. Why are raids not being conducted on BJP leaders? They file FIRs against Rahul Gandhi and purify places visited by AICC president Mallikarjun Kharge. In which age are we living? he asked. The Chief Minister said the Congress government would not be intimidated by such actions and added that he had advised party legislators to remain cautious. Karnataka Congress President B.K. Hariprasad also alleged that the ED, Income Tax Department and Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) were being used by the BJP-led NDA government to threaten Opposition leaders. Jarkiholi is a senior leader of the Congress party and a minister in the Karnataka government. The raids against him do not surprise us. The BJP and NDA government are using the ED, IT and CBI to threaten Opposition leaders and are using them as washing machines, Hariprasad said. He alleged that the agencies had failed to learn lessons despite criticism and observations from the Supreme Court. Hariprasad also questioned the searches involving Jarkiholi, his brother-in-law and Excise Department official Y. Manjunath, as well as MP Priyanka Jarkiholi. When the ED is conducting raids on Satish Jarkiholi and his daughter, Congress MP Priyanka Jarkiholi, I will have to ask whether they have taken permission from the Speaker, he said. Hariprasad also raised questions about why the agency had not searched the properties of other relatives connected to Manjunath. Manjunath is not only the brother-in-law of Satish Jarkiholi. His father Devendrappa was a BJP MP. Why has his residence not been raided? Hariprasad asked. He further questioned why the residences of Satish Jarkiholis brothers Ramesh Jarkiholi and Lakhan Jarkiholi, both legislators from the BJP, had not been searched despite the fact that they are also brother-in-laws to Manjunath. The remarks came as the ED continued searches at multiple locations in Karnataka and Goa as part of its investigation into alleged financial irregularities and possible violations of FEMA provisions.
'Underprepared Pitches In Japan Might Aid Spin,' Says Chakaravarthy Ahead Of Asian Games Challenge
Korogi Sports Park: Expecting underprepared tracks in Japan, India wrist-spinner Varun Chakaravarthy believes spinners could play a pivotal role in the team's upcoming Asian Games campaign, even as he cautioned that unpredictable weather conditions will ultimately dictate how the pitches behave during the tournament. Chakaravarthy has fully recovered from a Grade 2 left hamstring injury sustained during the T20I series against England, including doing rehab at the BCCI Centre of Excellence (CoE) in Bengaluru. In the Asian Games mens T20 event, India, the gold medal winners in the last edition in Hangzhou, will begin their campaign from the quarter-final stage in Aichi-Nagoya. That's how it has been scheduled, so I don't have any say in that. But definitely every match and every tournament needs preparation, and that we have to do. So it's just like every other tournament we will prepare well and whatever comes our way, we will take it, Chakaravarthy said in an exclusive interaction with IANS, facilitated by ASICS India. Assessing the playing conditions at the Korogi Sports Park ahead of the marquee event, Chakaravarthy, who will also be in action for Indias T20Is against Afghanistan and the historic one-off clash against Japan, noted that adaptability will be key for the bowling unit. What I've seen is that the pitches might be a little bit underprepared. So it might help spin, but I don't know how the weather in Japan will play a role in the way pitches behave. It can have a big impact as well. We are just preparing for facing all kinds of conditions, and let's see how it goes, he added. Reflecting on the year so far, which saw him finish as the joint-highest wicket-taker with 14 scalps in India's T20 World Cup triumph on home soil, Chakaravarthy termed it as a rollercoaster. Its been lovely. I have no complaints at all. It's been a great journey till now and we won the World Cup this time, so everything is going well. I did have one hiccup with my injury, but I'm back. I feel fitter. I've done a lot of strength training and running. Credit goes to the CoE, where I trained a lot, he said. Chakaravarthy, who also picked up 11 wickets in IPL 2026 while battling through hairline fractures in his left hand and toe, takes pride in his unconventional rise through the ranks. I started cricket very late. I started bowling when I was 26 and I played for India when I was 28 and a half. I'm a very late bloomer. It's been seven to eight years in cricket right now and I would say I'm in the first half of my career. There is a long way to go ahead and it's been an unconventional journey till now and I think it's going to be more like that, he reflected. Speaking on evolving his craft, Chakaravarthy revealed that while he continuously works on adding fresh variations behind the scenes, polishing his existing skill set remains his primary objective. Well, it's a combination of both. Obviously, polishing and mastering the skill is always the primary thing and bringing in other variations is always on the back of my mind. I'm also working on certain new variations. When I will be able to master it is a different question, but it's a mix of both. Asked how he guards his mystery balls from high-tech cameras and tactical analytics, Chakaravarthy stressed that execution under pressure overrides technology. As you mentioned, there are no secrets anymore because there are so many video analysts everywhere, and everything that you do is being recorded. The only thing is the human touch in cricket, where the batter won't know what I'm going to bowl to them. That has to be decided by me and I don't think any AI or video analyst can predict that. So, that's what we have to play with. Rather than plotting long-term milestones in a highly volatile sport, the Chennai-based Chakaravarthy prefers setting incremental targets. I set more short-term goals rather than long-term goals because I don't think I'll be able to plan for five years down the line, but I'll be able to plan what I want to do in the next six months. I'm that sort of a guy, so I focus more on short-term goals. The only thing is the human touch in cricket, where the batter won't know what I'm going to bowl to them. That has to be decided by me and I don't think any AI or video analyst can predict that. So, that's what we have to play with. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories That's when I started wearing them, and they were among the best I've ever worn out of all the brands out there. So when ASICS approached me, I was ready to cling on to it. It is one of the best performance brands out there, so no complaints. Article Source: IANS
ED raids on Minister Jarkiholi politically motivated, CM Shivakumar could be next: Priyank Kharge
Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Sep 9 (IANS) Karnataka Home and Information Technology Minister Priyank Kharge on Wednesday alleged that the Enforcement Directorate (ED) raids on Public Works Department Minister Satish Jarkiholis residences were politically motivated and part of a larger strategy to target opposition leaders. Priyank Kharge made the remarks after meeting Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar at his residence in Bengaluru, amid the EDs searches at multiple locations linked to Satish Jarkiholi and his associates. He warned that the ED action against Jarkiholi could be the beginning of similar raids against other senior Congress leaders. The raid on Minister Satish Jarkiholis residence is only the beginning. You may see raids at my residence and Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumars residence as well. You wait and see, Kharge said. Kharge also alleged that more Congress leaders could be targeted as the elections approach. As the elections near, more leaders will be targeted -- whoever they consider a threat. The BJP leadership does not have faith in the local BJP leadership. They have decided to face the elections under the leadership of the IT Department and the ED, he remarked sarcastically. According to my information, 196 raids have been conducted in the last six years. Of these, charges were proved in only two cases, and there have been only two convictions. This shows how these raids are being conducted, Kharge said. He claimed that nearly 97 per cent of the ED raids were conducted against opposition leaders and questioned the effectiveness and purpose of such operations. There is no surprise in this. There is no BJP government in Karnataka, there is no leadership in the state, and there are no people participating in the BJPs Ballari Chalo padayatra. That is why the ED has conducted these raids, Kharge alleged. He accused the BJP-led Union government of using central agencies to target Congress leaders and said the party would not be intimidated by such actions. To support them, they are targeting our party and the leaders. We will not get scared or bend down because of this. The law and the Constitution are on our side. We will take up the agitation, Kharge said. Calling the operation a Centre-sponsored ED raid, Kharge alleged that there was no truth in the case against Jarkiholi. He said the Income Tax Department and ED were not under the control of the state government. Let them conduct raids. IT and ED are not in our control. They have been turned into the caged parrots of the Central government. As I said, the statistics speak for themselves 196 raids and only two convictions. Who will answer this question? he asked. Kharge demanded answers from Union Home Minister Amit Shah and Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman over the number of ED raids and convictions.
Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Sep 9 (IANS) The Enforcement Directorate (ED) officials stated that search operations were conducted at the residences of Karnataka Minister Satish Jarkiholi and those of his close associates under the Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA), 1999. Officials are examining alleged illegal investments and financial transactions carried out abroad. The ED on Wednesday conducted searches at more than 15 locations across Bengaluru, Belagavi and Goa in connection with the investigation. The searches included Satish Jarkiholis private residence in Dollars Colony, Bengaluru, his residence in Belagavi and a government-allotted residence in Bengaluru. According to preliminary information, searches were conducted at five locations in Bengaluru, five locations in Belagavi and three locations in Gokak town in Belagavi district. According to officials, a team of more than 25 ED officers arrived in around 18 vehicles and began the searches at around 7 a.m. The premises were secured with the assistance of Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel. The ED team also searched a flat associated with Jarkiholi in Bengaluru and properties linked to his daughter and MP Priyanka Jarkiholi. ED officials are questioning staff members at Minister Satish Jarkiholis government residence in his presence. Officials said the search was initiated after they learned that Jarkiholi was at the residence preparing to attend the Cabinet meeting scheduled for today. Sources said Satish Jarkiholi does not frequently use his private residence in Bengaluru. During the searches, ED officials reportedly took the housekeeper from Dollar's Colony private residence locality along with them for questioning. The searches are part of a FEMA investigation into alleged overseas investments and financial transactions in violation of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) guidelines. The ED is reportedly examining whether funds were transferred or investments were made in foreign countries, including South Africa and Uganda, and whether such transactions violated FEMA provisions. Officials are also examining documents relating to foreign investments, fund transfers, properties and other financial transactions. Apart from Satish Jarkiholis properties, ED officials also conducted searches at the premises of three of his close associates. The residence of Dr. Girish Sonwalkar, a doctor and reportedly a close associate of the minister, in the Laxmi Tech area of Belagavi city was searched by the officials. Searches were also conducted at the residences of Raju Dharagashetti and Vitthal Parasannavar, two other associates of Jarkiholi, in Gokak. According to sources, the ED conducted searches at around five locations in Belagavi district as part of the operation. The ED is reportedly scrutinising financial records to determine whether there were any violations of FEMA provisions in connection with overseas investments and fund transfers. Sources said Y. Manjunath, a senior Excise Department official and relative of Satish Jarkiholi, had also come under the agencys scanner in connection with alleged irregularities in the Excise Department. Manjunath, who is the Additional Commissioner of Excise for the Belagavi Zone, is reportedly the ministers brother-in-law. The ED had earlier conducted searches at Manjunaths residence and other premises in June. Searches were also carried out at locations in Bengaluru, Belagavi, Mysuru and Athani. Officials had reportedly recovered a diary during an earlier search and gathered details relating to financial transactions. Manjunath is also understood to have properties in Goa. Sources further claimed that investments in Africa were made in the name of Manjunaths wife several years ago. The agency is examining the nature and source of such investments as part of its investigation. Rahul Jarkiholi, son of Satish Jarkiholi, is also reportedly a partner in a business entity linked to the investigation. The ED is examining the financial dealings and business links of persons associated with the case. The latest ED searches have also acquired a political dimension, coming at a time when the Karnataka government headed by Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar is completing 100 days in office. Satish Jarkiholi, a senior Congress leader from Belagavi, has in recent months figured prominently in discussions within the party, with sections of political circles projecting him as a potential future Chief Ministerial contender. There has also been speculation in some quarters about the possibility of a Dalit Chief Minister. The timing of the ED searches is therefore likely to trigger political reactions, with Opposition parties expected to question the alleged Excise Department irregularities and the financial dealings under investigation. However, the ED searches and investigation do not by themselves establish wrongdoing by Satish Jarkiholi or any of the individuals whose premises were searched. The agencys findings and any subsequent legal proceedings will determine the nature of the alleged violations. The searches were continuing on Wednesday, and further details are awaited from the ED.
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Karnataka PWD minister Satish Jarkiholi residence searched by ED
Bengaluru: The Enforcement Directorate on Wednesday, September 9, carried out a search at the Bengaluru residence of Karnataka PWD Minister Satish Jarkiholi, escalating its investigation into suspected financial irregularities linked to the state excise department. The ED team reached Jarkiholis house in Dollars Colony early in the morning on September 9 and entered the premises Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
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ED Raids Karnataka Minister Satish Jarkiholi, Daughter Priyanka Jarkiholi
The Enforcement Directorate on Wednesday launched searches at multiple locations linked to Karnataka Public Works Department Minister Satish Jarkiholi and his daughter, Congress MP Priyanka Jarkiholi. The ED has registered a case against Satish Jarkiholi. Searches are underway at residences and other premises in Bengaluru, Belagavi and Gokak, along with locations linked to family members, associates and businesses. In all, 18 locations are being searched as part of the ongoing ED action in Karnataka.
ED searches premises linked to Karnataka PWD minister Satish Jarkiholi
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Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Sep 9 (IANS) The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Wednesday conducted searches at around 15 locations across Bengaluru, Belagavi and Goa in connection with alleged irregularities in the Karnataka Excise Department. As part of the operation, ED officials raided the Bengaluru residence of Karnataka Public Works Department (PWD) Minister Satish Jarkiholi in Dollar's Colony. Searches were also conducted at his residence in Belagavi, as well as a government-allotted residence in Bengaluru. According to officials, a team of more than 25 ED officers arrived in around 18 vehicles and began the searches at around 7 a.m. The premises were secured with the assistance of Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel. The ED team also reportedly searched a flat associated with Jarkiholi in Bengaluru and properties linked to his daughter and MP Priyanka Jarkiholi. Sources said Satish Jarkiholi does not frequently use his Bengaluru private residence. During the searches, ED officials reportedly took the housekeeper along with them for questioning. The searches are reportedly linked to Y. Manjunath, a senior Excise Department official and a relative of Satish Jarkiholi. Manjunath, who is the Additional Commissioner of Excise for the Belagavi Zone, is the minister's brother-in-law. The properties of Manjunath have also been raided in Bengaluru, Belagavi and Goa. The ED had earlier raided Manjunath's residence and other premises linked to his associates on June 24 as part of its investigation into alleged irregularities in the Excise Department. The agency is reportedly probing an alleged Rs 178-crore excise scam. Officials said the agency had recovered a diary during an earlier search of Manjunath's office and had gathered information from the material. The investigation is also reportedly examining alleged hawala transactions and possible foreign links. Manjunath had earlier approached the Karnataka High Court seeking a stay on the investigation. The latest searches have reportedly been carried out by teams from the ED offices in Bengaluru and Goa, with the operation extending to multiple locations. The raids have also acquired a political dimension, coming at a time when the Karnataka government led by Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar is marking 100 days in office. The timing of the searches has triggered discussions in political circles, with Opposition leaders likely to raise questions over the alleged excise irregularities and the involvement of officials and political figures. The searches were ongoing as of Wednesday morning, and further details are awaited from the ED.
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