First riders on Bengalurus Namma Metro Pink Line welcomed by Minister with pink roses
CM asks BMRCL to use granite from the State for stations
Had no money with me: DKS asks Modi to buy his metro ticket
Bengaluru: Karnataka Chief Minister D K Shivakumar on Saturday, November 14, offered a humorous account of Prime Minister Narendra Modi buying his Metro ticket by swiping his own smart card, saying he had no money with him when they travelled on the newly inaugurated Pink Line Metro. I did not have money with me. So 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 swiped Metro card for me as I had no money, says Shivakumar
Karnataka Chief Minister D K Shivakumar on Saturday offered a humorous account of Prime Minister Narendra Modi buying his Metro ticket by swiping his own smart card, saying he had no money with him when they travelled on the newly inaugurated Pink Line Metro. I did not have money with me. So I told him, 'You buy my ticket'. He swiped his card for me as well, Shivakumar told reporters while travelling with them on the Pink Line, which Modi inaugurated on November 13. Shivakumar travelled in the metro as part of his journey from Kengeri to Kidwai Memorial Institute of Oncology, BMRCL said in a release. After inaugurating the Pink Line of Bengaluru metro, Modi travelled with Shivakumar, Bengaluru Development Minister Krishna Byre Gowda and BJP MP Tejasvi Surya on Friday. When asked about the Prime Minister's gesture and their warm interaction during the inauguration, the Chief Minister said political differences should not come in the way of development and cooperation in the nationa
IPL Trade: Harshal Patel set for SRH to GT switch in all-cash deal
Harshal Patel previously represented Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Delhi Capitals and Punjab Kings, besides SRH, and will now return to the franchise where his family roots are
Harshal Patel Likely To Move To GT From SRH Via Trade Deal Ahead Of IPL 2027 Retention Deadline
Indians Praful Hinge: India fast bowler Harshal Patel is likely to move to Gujarat Titans (GT) from Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) through a trade deal ahead of the 2027 IPL retention deadline on November 17. According to a report by Cricinfo on Saturday, the two franchises have settled on a cash-only deal worth Rs 4 crore, with the amount to be taken off GTs auction purse. That amount is only half of the Rs 8 crore SRH spent on him at the 2025 IPL mega auction. For GT, the interest is hardly sudden. They chased him in 2024 and dropped out at Rs 10.5 crore, with Punjab Kings finally securing him for Rs 11.75 crore. GT returned to the bidding for Patel in the 2025 auction as well, but stepped aside when the price reached Rs 6.5 crore. The move would also bring Patel back to the state where his roots lie. The right-arm pacer hails from Ahmedabad and moved back to represent Gujarat in domestic cricket from the 2025/26 season. At GT, who won the IPL in 2022, Patel will join Kagiso Rabada, Mohammed Siraj, Prasidh Krishna, Jason Holder and Ashok Sharma in the seam-bowling department. In IPL 2025, Patel picked up 16 wickets in 13 games, but in the last season he played just five times and did not take a wicket, while conceding 10.82 an over. The team leaned on uncapped Indians Praful Hinge and Sakib Hussain instead to lead their fast-bowling charge. Patel, who played 25 T20Is for India and picked 29 scalps, has two IPL Purple Caps against his name - from 2021 with Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), where he picked 32 wickets, and 2024 with Punjab Kings (PBKS), where he took 24 wickets. GT would be his fifth franchise after being with RCB, SRH, PBKS and Delhi Capitals (DC) since his IPL debut in 2012. In IPL, Harshal has played 124 matches and picked 151 wickets, with an average of 24.68, economy rate of 8.92 and best individual figures of 5-27. Previously, SRH, the IPL 2016 winners, brought in left-arm pacer T Natarajan from DC and then got Khaleel Ahmed and Nathan Ellis from Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in a four-player exchange. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Pune, Bengaluru, Mumbai: The Cities Right Behind Delhi In Pollution-Linked Health Insurance Claims
Pollution-linked health insurance claims have jumped 4.3 times in three years, and heart conditions, not lung illnesses, make up the biggest share, data from Policybazaar shows.
Repeal anti-conversion law; withdraw all cases: MLC
Toddler Playing Near Bengaluru Factory Falls Into Bucket Of Hot Chemicals, Dies
Subramani was playing with his eight-year-old sister near their house when he accidentally fell into a bucket of hot chemicals at the nearby Shivam Copper Maker Factory.
Bengalurus Pink Line Metro Opens to Public, Welcomed by Minister with Roses
The Pink Line of Namma Metro opens in Bengaluru, offering relief to commuters in traffic-heavy areas. Bengalurus Pink Line Metro Opens to Public, Welcomed by Minister with Roses
Rock gets a new incarnation, courtesy Bengalurus Reincarock
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Bengaluru Man Claims Peace After Murdering Seven Family Members
A shocking confession emerges from Bengaluru as a man admits to killing seven family members, claiming he has found peace after the act. Bengaluru Man Claims Peace After Murdering Seven Family Members
Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Nov 14 (IANS) Amid discussions over former minister and senior Congress leader H.C. Mahadevappa potentially quitting the Congress following his alleged sidelining in the party after D.K. Shivakumar took over as Karnataka Chief Minister, his son and Congress MP Sunil Bose has asserted on Saturday that the party has neither cheated nor done any injustice to their family. Mahadevappa, a prominent frontline Congress leader from the Dalit community and a close associate of former Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, has been at the centre of political discussions over his alleged marginalisation following the change of guard in Karnataka. Speaking at Mysuru on the speculation surrounding his father's political future, Sunil Bose said the Congress party had treated Mahadevappa with respect and honour and had given him an opportunity to serve as a minister. The Congress party has not cheated us or done any injustice to our family. The party made my father a minister and has treated him with honour. As far as my father is concerned, the party has given him due respect, he said. He further made it clear that his family would continue to remain with the Congress and contest elections under the party's banner in the future. We will remain in the Congress party, and even in the future, we will contest elections only from the Congress, he said. However, Sunil Bose also indicated that some leaders who were contemplating switching parties might take such a decision in 2027. Those leaders who are thinking of changing parties might do so in 2027, he said. It can also be noted that during the leadership tussle in the Congress, Mahadevappa had openly backed Siddaramaiah's continuation as Chief Minister. He had also maintained that if there was a change of leadership, a Dalit leader should be considered for the Chief Minister's post. However, Mahadevappa's exclusion from the Cabinet following Shivakumar's elevation as Chief Minister has fuelled speculation about his growing dissatisfaction with the party leadership. There have also been rumours that Siddaramaiah did not strongly push for Mahadevappa's inclusion in the Cabinet and instead focused on securing a prominent ministerial position for his son, Yathindra Siddaramaiah. Speculation has also emerged that political considerations in the same region could have contributed to the alleged differences between the leaders. Against this backdrop, Minister Yathindra Siddaramaiah and senior Minister K.H. Muniyappa recently visited Mahadevappa at his residence and held discussions with him, triggering further political speculation. Sunil Bose's statement comes amid growing discussions over Mahadevappa's political future and whether the senior Dalit leader would continue with the Congress or explore other political options. The debate arose after Mahadevappa initially working with Dalit organisations planning a convention at Maharajas College grounds and the state government led in Mysuru under former Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and his minister-son Yathindra Siddaramaiah both planned major November 26 gatherings. Mahadevappa dismissed the idea that there is a prestige issue or conflict between the government and independent organisations, stating that both share the same objective of spreading constitutional values. He noted he would gladly attend any number of programmes. He has also welcomed the Karnataka government's plan to hold large-scale Constitution Day (Samvidhan Diwas) celebrations on November 26, 2026, in Mysuru, while also defending the right of independent social and Dalit organisations to hold their own parallel events.
IGPL 2026: Goa Eagles GC soar to X Golf title at Boulder Hills, Hyderabad
Digital Desk | Hyderabad, Nov 14 (IANS) Goa Eagles GC produced a composed performance under pressure to win the exciting X-Golf competition at Boulder Hills in Hyderabad, a day after Gaganjeet Bhullar won the Phoenix Invitational IGPL Hyderabad, which concluded at the Vooty Golf Club about 60 km away from Hyderabad. Auro Realty Goa Eagles GC overcame three rounds of elimination and a challenging final to emerge champions. Goa Eagles GC were represented by Kanav Chauhan, IL Aalaap and Saarthak Chhibber, who showed steely nerves and great skill. The competition featured ten teams, with nine divided into three groups of three. Hyderabad Firebirds, who had topped the teams contest in the three-day tournament, were seeded straight into the semi-final stage. The opening Par 4 round began with each team having a 30-second bonus, barring Gurugram, whose Joshua Grenville Wood went out of bounds, and their team got no bonus. Aryan of RVR Delhi Blue Bulls GC claimed the long-drive honours with an impressive 327-metre drive. With three teams in each group for Par-4, Vimtra Chennai Lions GC and Flyingman Kolkata Tigers GC progressed as Gurugram was eliminated, while Atri Mumbai Garudas GC were knocked out in Group B as Udayan Mane could not find the ball and lost time, and Golfkonnekt Bengaluru Stallions GC and Auro Realty Goa GC moved up. From Group C, Green Fuels Vizag Dolphins GC went out as Krishna Punjab Raptors and RVR Delhi moved ahead. Bengaluru Stallions had the fastest time, with 30 seconds from the long drive bonus being taken off their 35 seconds. In the Par 3 eliminator, the six teams went up one-on-one. Vimtra Chennai got past Kolkata and RVR Delhi beat Bengaluru Stallions, while Auro Realty edged out Punjab Raptors by two seconds. Phoenix Hyderabad Firebirds GC joined Vimtra Chennai Lions GC, RVR Delhi and Auro Realty in the semi-finals, which were played over a Par-2 with the first shot being hit through a Ring of Fire lit by the IGPL CEO, Uttam Singh Mundy. RVR Delhi, who completed in 42 seconds, were first to be eliminated, and that left the others to compete for the podium prizes. Auro Realty Goa Eagles GC delivered the standout performance, completing the challenge in 20 seconds and brought their time down to 10 seconds with help of a 10-second bonus, as Chennai Lions finished at 36 seconds after a penalty, while Phoenix Hyderabad Firebirds GC recorded 39 seconds, including a 10-second penalty. In the Par-2 final, Kanav Chauhan took charge of the tee shot, while IL Aalaap holed out a long putt and then jumped in the air to celebrate the win with Saarthak, who was waiting in case Aalaap missed the putt. In the Par-2 final, Kanav Chauhan took charge of the tee shot, while IL Aalaap holed out a long putt and then jumped in the air to celebrate the win with Saarthak, who was waiting in case Aalap missed the putt. Blending long hitting, speed, short-game precision, and teamwork, the format added a dynamic edge to the competition where every second and penalty proved costly. Navigating these high-stakes stages with remarkable consistency, Auro Realty Goa Eagles surged to the top of the leaderboard as worthy winners, with Vimtra Chennai Lions and Hyderabad Firebirds finishing close behind while RVR Delhis campaign ended in elimination.
Bengaluru toddler dies after falling into hot chemical bucket at copper factory
The child was playing with his eight-year-old sister when he accidentally fell into a bucket filled with hot chemicals inside the factory premises, located next to their house.
HC refuses to quash proceedings against Vijayapura MLA Yatnal vis-a-vis defamation plaint
PM Modi Receives Grand Welcome In Bengaluru, Crowds Shower Flowers On Convoy
Prime Minister Narendra Modi received a warm welcome during his Bengaluru visit as crowds gathered along his route and showered flower petals on his convoy.
'Compete in politics, cooperate in development': Karnataka CM Shivakumar on bonhomie with PM Modi
Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Nov 14 (IANS) Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar's chemistry with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, marked by lighter moments and cordial interactions during the inauguration of the Pink Line Metro and other programmes in Bengaluru on Friday, has triggered a debate in political circles. Responding to the discussions surrounding his interaction with the Prime Minister, Chief Minister Shivakumar said people were free to interpret the moments as they wished, asserting that he had fulfilled his responsibility as a representative of the people by taking up Karnataka's demands with the Centre. Addressing media in Bengaluru on Saturday, Chief Minister Shivakumar said, Let anyone surmise anything. I have done my duty as a representative of the people. As a servant of all of you, I have done what is required. Chief Minister Shivakumar made it clear that while political parties could continue their political rivalry, they should work together with the Centre on issues concerning development. I have stated openly that in politics, we will compete, and in development, we will cooperate, he said. Explaining the issues he discussed with PM Modi, the Chief Minister said he had sought the Centre's intervention in securing the necessary clearances for the Mekedatu project. Chief Minister Shivakumar said the Supreme Court had approved the project and all political parties in Karnataka had expressed consensus on taking an all-party delegation to New Delhi. We need clearances on forest-related concerns and other issues. We also need environmental clearance, and I have requested the Prime Minister in this regard, he said. Chief Minister Shivakumar said he had also proposed the rejection of the Kasturirangan report and urged the Centre to constitute a technical committee to address issues concerning the Metro project. The CM said he had sought an equal share in the Metro project and requested that pending matters be cleared expeditiously to help Bengaluru achieve its target of 500 km of Metro lines. On the proposed double-decker flyovers, Chief Minister Shivakumar said he and Bengaluru Development Minister Krishna Byre Gowda had explained the city's infrastructure requirements to PM Modi during a private interaction. I did not raise this issue in my speech. Both of us explained to the Prime Minister what Bengaluru requires, he said. Pointing out that Bengaluru has only around eight per cent road infrastructure as compared to 18 to 20 per cent in other places, Chief Minister Shivakumar said land acquisition had become difficult as compensation was around Rs 50,000 per square foot. He added that the state was willing to share the cost of constructing double-decker flyovers and had conveyed this to the Prime Minister. He also reiterated that he would lead an all-party delegation to New Delhi to press for Karnataka's demands. Asked about allegations of phone tapping, Chief Minister Shivakumar said he would obtain the complete report before commenting on the matter. On the issue of electricity bills of the Suvarna Vidhana Soudha in Belagavi remaining unpaid ahead of the winter session, he said the increase in power bills was not limited to the government building. What are you saying? Not only Suvarna Vidhana Soudha, the electricity bills for free power supplied to farmers have increased from Rs 20,000 crore to Rs 30,000 crore. Due to the drought, everyone is drawing more power, he said. He added that farmers were using electricity to fill their tanks, leading to increased consumption and higher bills, and said the government would take steps to rectify the situation.
Underworld don Ravi Pujari to be brought to Udupi from Bengaluru jail for mother's last rites
Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Nov 14 (IANS) Underworld don Ravi Pujari is to be brought from Bengaluru prison to his native place in Udupi district on Saturday to attend the final rites of his mother, Susheela Pujarthi, who died at her residence in Nergi on Wednesday night. Pujari is travelling to Udupi under tight police security, with the final rites scheduled to be held at Malpe. The Bengaluru City Armed Reserve (CAR) Police have been entrusted with escorting him from Bengaluru to Udupi and back after the funeral proceedings. The local police will also provide security during his stay. The court has directed the police to take Pujari back to Bengaluru immediately after the completion of the final rites. The entire expenditure towards the police escort arrangements will be borne by Pujari. Udupi Superintendent of Police Hariram Shankar had said that the court had granted permission to Pujari to attend his mother's funeral. The Bengaluru prison authorities are handling the security arrangements in coordination with the Udupi police. As part of the security measures, local police personnel have already visited his residence in Udupi and assessed the arrangements required to ensure his safety and security. Police have also made necessary arrangements for his movement and participation in the funeral. Pujari, 50, has his roots in a small village near the coastal town of Malpe in Udupi district. His father, Surya Pujari, who worked in a shipping firm, died five years ago. His mother and sisters are currently based in New Delhi. Though born in Karnataka, Pujari mostly grew up in Mumbai, where he entered the underworld in the early 1990s with a murder in Andheri. He was initially a trusted associate of underworld don Chhota Rajan but later established his own criminal network. Pujari reportedly projected himself as a Hindu don and frequently used communal rhetoric in his threat calls. However, his alleged extortion targets included businessmen from both communities. He was arrested in connection with several extortion cases, including a 2018 case involving Bollywood choreographer Remo D'Souza and his wife, Lizelle D'Souza. He was deported from Senegal in 2020 and has remained in custody since then.
'At Peace, Satisfied': Man Who Killed Wife, 6 In-Laws In Bengaluru
During questioning, Indushekar reportedly told the police that his wife's family had always supported her and treated him with disrespect. He also claimed that his wife frequently scolded him and that he had been subjected to humiliation within the family.
Women must get adequate representation in Parliament, legislatures: Karnataka CM D.K. Shivakumar
Government to extend full support to Commonwealth Women Parliamentarians India region conference in Bengaluru
Women must get adequate representation in Parliament, legislatures: CM
Government to extend full support to Commonwealth Women Parliamentarians India region conference in Bengaluru
Hitting back, Shivakumar said, It is my state, my right, maintaining that Karnataka was entitled to construct the dam while protecting Tamil Nadu's allocated share of Cauvery water. He also urged the Centre to expedite the necessary clearances, arguing that the project would benefit Bengaluru
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Dr Shriram Nene Advocates Family-Centred Wellness, Highlights Preventive Healthcare In New Book
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Mekedatu project will proceed, Karnataka will protect Tamil Nadu's water share: D K Shivakumar
Karnataka Chief Minister D K Shivakumar affirmed the commitment to the Mekedatu balancing reservoir project across the Cauvery River. The project aims to support Bengaluru's drinking water needs and address water scarcity concerns. While Tamil Nadu opposes the project, Shivakumar emphasized the necessity of cooperation between the two states. He also discussed securing necessary clearances and proposed meetings to clarify its benefits to Tamil Nadu.
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Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Nov 14 (IANS) Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar on Saturday hit back at Tamil Nadu Congress President Manickam Tagore for criticising him over the Mekedatu project, asserting that Karnataka has every right to build the proposed dam and that he was least bothered by political condemnation. He also extended an invitation to leaders from Tamil Nadu to visit Karnataka to understand how the project would benefit them. Congress MP Manickam Tagore has triggered an intra-party controversy by opposing the proposed Mekedatu balancing reservoir project across the Cauvery river and criticising Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar. The Congress government in Karnataka has projected the Mekedatu project as one of its flagship initiatives. Tamil Nadu Congress Committee (TNCC) President Manickam Tagore strongly condemned Chief Minister Shivakumar's remarks on the proposed Mekedatu dam project, describing the construction as not only illegal but also a serious threat to the interests of farmers in Tamil Nadu. Responding to questions from the media in Bengaluru, Chief Minister Shivakumar said Tamil Nadu leaders should understand the benefits of the project and invited a delegation from the neighbouring state to visit Karnataka to understand how it would benefit them. Let anyone condemn me. I am least bothered. It is my state and my right. They should also understand this. Let them come with a delegation. I will show them and explain how the project will help them, he said. The Chief Minister said the issue was being viewed through a political lens in Tamil Nadu, where different parties were criticising Karnataka for political reasons. I don't mind it. It is a matter of politics there. If the Congress does not condemn, the DMK will condemn. If the DMK does not condemn, the AIADMK will condemn. At the end of the day, everyone condemns, he said. Questioning the opposition to the project, Chief Minister Shivakumar said all states must respect the law of the country and abide by the Supreme Court's directions on sharing Cauvery water. Why are they not accepting the law of this country? Everyone has to accept the law. The law is the same for everyone in this country, he said. He maintained that Karnataka would protect Tamil Nadu's legitimate share of Cauvery water, while asserting that the state also had the right to construct the Mekedatu balancing reservoir. The Supreme Court has stated that about 170 TMC of water is Tamil Nadu's right, and we will protect their right. It is our duty. It is also our right to build the dam and give them water, Chief Minister Shivakumar said. He added that Tamil Nadu leaders were aware of the facts concerning the project and said the matter could be discussed in detail at a later stage. The Mekedatu Balancing Reservoir and Drinking Water Project is a proposed multi-purpose project by the Government of Karnataka across the Cauvery River to be built near Mekedatu (meaning 'Goat's Leap') in Ramanagara district, Karnataka, at the confluence of the Cauvery and Arkavathi rivers, roughly 90100 km from Bengaluru and close to the Tamil Nadu border. The proposed Mekedatu balancing reservoir project aims to provide 4.75 TMC of drinking water annually to the Bengaluru Metropolitan Region and surrounding areas, besides generating around 400 MW of hydroelectric power. It is also envisaged as a balancing reservoir to regulate surplus monsoon flows and help ensure the release of Tamil Nadu's allocated share of 177.25 TMC of Cauvery water, including during distress years. Karnataka maintains that the project is entirely within its territory and will neither violate the Supreme Court's water-sharing orders nor affect Tamil Nadu's allocated share, while arguing that it is essential to meet Bengaluru's growing drinking water requirements. However, Tamil Nadu has strongly opposed the project through legislative resolutions and legal challenges, arguing that an upstream reservoir would give Karnataka control over river flows and could affect irrigation in the Cauvery delta. It has also contended that prior consent from riparian states and statutory authorities is necessary. The project also faces environmental concerns as it involves the submergence of more than 5,000 hectares of land within the Cauvery Wildlife Sanctuary.
IAF helicopter in PM Modi's convoy develops technical snag, remains grounded in Mysuru
Digital Desk | Mysuru (Karnataka), Nov 14 (IANS) An Indian Air Force (IAF) helicopter that was part of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's convoy during his visit to Mysuru developed a technical snag and remained parked at the Jayachamaraja Wadiyar helipad near Lalit Mahal on Saturday. Prime Minister Modi had arrived in Mysuru at around 3.20 p.m. on Friday for the inauguration of the COSMOS-Mysuru Planetarium. Three helicopters had arrived as part of the Prime Minister's convoy for the Mysuru visit and landed at the Jayachamaraja Wadiyar helipad. However, while the convoy was preparing to leave after the Prime Minister's programme, one of the helicopters reportedly developed a technical problem and could not take off. Prime Minister Modi and other members of the convoy subsequently continued their onward journey in one of the other two helicopters. The helicopter that developed the snag remained at the helipad. Technical personnel have already arrived at the site and are carrying out repair work on the helicopter. Efforts are underway to rectify the technical problem and make the aircraft fit for further operations. Meanwhile, the Mysuru local police have cordoned off the area around the helipad and are providing security to the grounded helicopter. Staff members of the Mysuru City Corporation have also been deployed at the location as part of the arrangements. The helicopter continued to remain parked at the Jayachamaraja Wadiyar helipad near Lalit Mahal till the time of filing this report. The development has drawn attention considering the sensitive security arrangements associated with the movement of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the presence of an IAF helicopter that was part of his convoy. However, no official statement had been issued by the concerned authorities regarding the exact nature of the technical snag or when the helicopter would resume its journey. Further details were awaited. Prime Minister Modi visited Karnataka on Friday, November 13 launching and inaugurating infrastructure and development projects worth over Rs 15,600 crore across Bengaluru and Mysuru On Friday morning, PM Modi participated in Golden Jubilee Celebrations of Prashanti Kutiram, the residential headquarters campus of Swami Vivekananda Yoga Anusandhana Samsthana (S-VYASA). In the afternoon, the Prime Minister flagged off and undertook a metro ride from Tavarekere to IIM Bangalore metro station. After this, PM Modi laid the foundation stone, inaugurated and dedicated to the nation various development projects in Bengaluru. On the same day, the Prime Minister travelled to Mysuru, where he inaugurated the COSMOS-Mysuru Planetarium. He later travelled to Gujarat to offer prayers and perform puja at the Ambaji Temple in Banaskantha district. The Ambaji Temple is one of the 51 revered Shakti Peethas.
Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Nov 14 (IANS) The Namma Metro Pink Line, inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, was thrown open to the public on Saturday, with Bengaluru Development Minister Krishna Byre Gowda personally welcoming the first commuters with pink roses and travelling with them on the inaugural public service. Metro services on the Kalena Agrahara-SG Palya stretch commenced sharply at 6 a.m., drawing enthusiastic response from residents who had eagerly awaited the start of operations for more than three years. The opening of the Pink Line brought much-needed relief to commuters in the Bannerghatta Road region, one of Bengaluru's worst traffic-affected corridors. The stretch is home to hundreds of technology companies and witnesses heavy traffic congestion, particularly during the morning and evening peak hours. Adding to the celebratory atmosphere, several commuters turned up wearing pink attire to mark the launch of the Pink Line services. Namma Metro staff members also wore pink uniforms, while commuters arriving at the stations were greeted with pink roses. Byre Gowda arrived at Kalena Agrahara Metro Station early in the morning and welcomed passengers at the entrance by personally handing them roses. Commuters were thrilled to see the minister greeting them, and many took photographs and selfies with him. He travelled with commuters from Kalena Agrahara Metro Station to SG Palya, interacting with passengers and sharing in their excitement over the commencement of the long-awaited service. For many local residents, the Metro has significantly reduced travel time. Commuters said that travelling between Metro stations on the congested roads earlier took between 20 and 30 minutes, while the journey by Metro now takes only around nine to 10 minutes. Interacting with the media, Byre Gowda said: On the dot at 6 a.m., the Pink Line services have commenced. I also travelled from the last station, Kalena Agrahara, to SG Palya station with the people. The people of the Kalena Agrahara area showed enthusiasm to travel in the Metro, and along with them, I too travelled. He said the happiness of commuters was a source of satisfaction for the government. After seeing people's happiness, it is our happiness. Those residing in that area narrated how they had awaited the starting of the Metro for three to four years. Their joy after seeing the inauguration today has filled my heart. If people are happy, we feel satisfied, he said. Taking to social media, the Minister said he took the first ride on the Pink Line and was present with Metro officials to ensure that the first train service commenced smoothly. Took the first ride on Pink Line of Namma Metro. First train started at sharp 6 a.m. It was flawless and smooth. I was there with Metro officials to ensure the first train service is smooth, he stated. He said it was a privilege and pleasure to welcome each of the first riders with a pink rose and share in the excitement of local residents. It was great joy to share in the happiness and excitement of locals who took the first ride. The first group was an enthusiastic ladies gang all in pink taking their ride amongst other passengers, he said. Byre Gowda also shared photographs of the celebrations and his interaction with commuters on social media. Looking ahead, the minister said efforts would continue to extend the Pink Line further. Of course, we will keep up our efforts to operationalise Pink Line up to MG Road and then Nagawara, he said. For residents of the Bannerghatta Road and Kalena Agrahara areas, Saturday morning marked the end of a long wait, with the new Metro service expected to ease road congestion and make daily travel faster and more convenient. The Namma Metro Pink Line operates on its newly opened 7.5 km elevated stretch between Kalena Agrahara and Suddagunte Palya (Tavarekere). The operational timings for the Pink Line have been structured to cater to commuters throughout the week. On Mondays, the first train will depart Kalena Agrahara at 4.55 a.m. and Suddagunte Palya/Tavarekere at 5 a.m. From Tuesday to Saturday, services will begin at 6 a.m. from both terminal stations, while on Sundays, the first trains will start at 7 a.m. The last train will depart Kalena Agrahara at 10.50 p.m. and Suddagunte Palya/Tavarekere at 10.54 p.m. During peak hours from Monday to Saturday, trains will operate at an interval of eight minutes, while the frequency during off-peak hours will be every 10 minutes. Services on Saturdays and Sundays will run at a frequency of 10 minutes. The operational elevated stretch covers six stations Kalena Agrahara, Hulimavu, IIM Bangalore, JP Nagar 4th Phase, Jayadeva Hospital, and Suddagunte Palya/Tavarekere. Jayadeva Hospital station will provide an interchange facility with the Yellow Line.
Traders Flag 50% Hike In Airfares Amid Wedding Season, Seek Centre's Help
The current fares include Rs 18,000 for Delhi-Patna, Rs 20,000 for Delhi-Darbhanga, Rs 15,000 for Delhi-Mumbai and Rs 16,000-Rs 18,000 for Delhi-Bengaluru.
Bengaluru e-Khata irregularities: FIR against 31, including Basavaraj
Bengaluru: In a major development in the alleged illegal e-Khata issuance case in Bengaluru, police have registered an FIR against 31 persons, including assistant commissioner Basavaraj N. Magi. The complaint accuses officials and private applicants of exploiting a facility intended for banks to obtain e-Khatas for properties that were not eligible. Halasuru Gate police registered 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 .
Karnataka minister questions BJP
Bengaluru: Karnataka Minister Santosh Lad on Friday, November 14, accused the Centre of serious irregularities in the petrol-ethanol blending policy and questioned the BJPs silence over the issue. He alleged that the ethanol blending programme had turned into a major scam and demanded answers on the quantity, pricing and beneficiaries of the policy. Speaking to 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 .
Amrita Rao's Sister Preetika Gets Married In Bengaluru, Sri Sri Ravi Shankar Attends. See Pics
The wedding was held at the Art of Living ashram in Bengaluru and was attended by the couple's family members and close friends
CTI flags 50 pc rise in airfares ahead of Chhath Puja, wedding season; seeks fare cap
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Nov 14 (IANS) The Chamber of Trade and Industry (CTI) has written to Union Civil Aviation Minister, Ram Mohan Naidu Kinjarapu, urging the government to take immediate steps to regulate rising airfares and put a stop to what it described as arbitrary pricing by airlines. The trade body has demanded that the government introduce an upper cap on airfares, alleging that ticket prices have surged by nearly 50 per cent in the last 15 days, making air travel increasingly unaffordable for the common people during the Chhath festival and the upcoming wedding season. CTI Chairman Brijesh Goyal said that the sharp increase in airfares was affecting not only businesspeople but also middle-class families and ordinary passengers who were planning to travel during the festive and wedding seasons. Goyal said the wedding season is scheduled to begin on November 20, while the Chhath festival is already underway. Millions of people want to travel to their hometowns to celebrate the festival and attend weddings, but the steep rise in ticket prices is forcing many to reconsider their travel plans. According to a survey conducted by the CTI, airfares on several routes from Delhi have nearly doubled compared to their levels a few days ago. The current fares include Rs 18,000 for Delhi-Patna, Rs 20,000 for Delhi-Darbhanga, Rs 15,000 for Delhi-Mumbai, Rs 16,000-Rs 18,000 for Delhi-Bengaluru, Rs 11,000 for Delhi-Ahmedabad and Rs 11,000-Rs 15,000 for Delhi-Hyderabad. Goyal said these routes had much lower fares just a few days ago, adding that the sudden increase was putting an additional financial burden on passengers, particularly those travelling with families. The CTI has put forward five demands to the Civil Aviation Ministry to address the issue. First, it has sought immediate government intervention to regulate airfares and prevent airlines from charging excessively during festivals and the wedding season. Second, it has demanded an upper fare cap on every route to ensure that no airline charges passengers beyond a prescribed maximum limit. Third, the organisation has called for a transparent fare-fixing mechanism based on distance and kilometres travelled. It said ticket prices should reflect the distance covered, as flights operating over 500 km and 1,500 km cannot be charged at similar rates. Fourth, the CTI has urged the government to increase flight frequency on high-demand routes, particularly Delhi-Patna, Delhi-Darbhanga, Delhi-Mumbai and Delhi-Bengaluru. Lastly, it has called for the introduction of two to three new airlines in the country to promote competition in the aviation sector and provide passengers with more affordable travel options.
PM launches new metro in Bluru; unveils projects worth Rs 15.6 cr for Karnataka
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated welfare, renewable energy and petroleum infrastructure projects worth over Rs 15,600 crore across Karnataka. He also inaugurated the Bengaluru Metro Pink Line stretch between Kalena Agrahara and Tavarekere, built at a cost of around Rs 3,470 crore
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PM Narendra Modi inaugurates projects worth over Rs 15,600 crore in Bengaluru
New Delhi, Nov 13:Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday inaugurated, dedicated to the nation, laid the foundation stone and flagged off development projects worth over Rs 15,600 crore in Bengaluru, Karnataka, with a major focus on urban connectivity, railway infrastructure and energy security. Addressing a gathering, PM Modi said the projects would give fresh momentum to the development of Karnataka and strengthen Bengalurus position as Indias technology hub. From projects connected with metro and rail to works of energy security, all these projects are going to give new strength to the infrastructure of Karnataka, he said. The Prime Minister highlighted the inauguration of the Bengaluru Metros new Pink Line, saying it would improve connectivity to IIM Bengaluru, educational institutions and major business and technology centres. He said the new corridor would make daily commuting easier for lakhs of people while saving their time and money. PM Modi said Namma Metro had expanded from just 17 km in 2014 to more than 100 km, making Bengaluru the third Indian city after Delhi-NCR and the Mumbai Metropolitan Region to cross the milestone. Describing Bengaluru as the countrys Silicon Valley, he said the city contributes more than one-third of Indias IT exports and remains a major centre of innovation and economic growth. The Prime Minister also paid tributes to former Union Minister Ananth Kumar, recalling his close association with the region. On railway infrastructure, PM Modi said Indian Railways was moving beyond its colonial-era legacy, with modern trains and upgraded stations reflecting Indias identity. He referred to the development of Amrit Bharat stations in Karnataka, saying more than 60 stations in the state were being modernised with improved passenger facilities, including amenities for senior citizens and persons with disabilities. He said Karnatakas railway budget allocation had increased ninefold over the past 10 to 12 years. The Prime Minister also flagged off a new Vande Bharat train connecting Karnataka with Goa, saying it would provide passengers along the coastal route, including Mangaluru, a new semi-high-speed travel experience. This comes days after the state received its first Vande Bharat Sleeper train, he said. Referring to the ongoing conflict around Iran and the Gulf region, PM Modi underlined the importance of energy security and said India had been able to withstand global challenges because of steps taken over the past decade to diversify energy sources and strengthen domestic capacities. He highlighted three projects in Karnataka: an LPG facility at Mangaluru that will add 80,000 metric tonnes of storage capacity, the Devangonthi Marketing Terminal to streamline supplies of petrol, diesel and aviation fuel, and a compressed biogas (CBG) plant in Bengaluru with a daily production capacity of 13 tonnes. PM Modi said India was expanding its clean energy capacity to meet the growing electricity requirements of emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence, data centres, semiconductors and quantum computing. Under the PM-KUSUM scheme, he said, more than eight lakh solar pumps were being provided to farmers in Karnataka to reduce irrigation costs and create additional income opportunities. The Annadatas of Karnataka are now also becoming Urjadatas, he said. The Prime Minister also highlighted the governments measures to improve the purchasing power of middle-class families, including income tax exemption for annual incomes up to Rs 12 lakh, changes in tax deduction rules and GST reforms. He said the removal of GST on individual health and life insurance had made insurance more affordable. PM Modi said the growing aspirations of the neo-middle class were driving demand and generating employment across sectors such as automobiles, electronics, tourism and services. He said the governments focus was to increase middle-class savings and purchasing power so that families could fulfil their aspirations while contributing to the countrys economic growth.
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Rising middle-class aspirations drive demand, create jobs and fuel economic growth: PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi said rising aspirations among Indias expanding middle class are driving consumer demand, job creation and economic growth. Speaking after launching projects worth 15,000 crore in Bengaluru, he highlighted tax relief and GST cuts aimed at boosting household savings and disposable income.
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Microsoft Outage Hits Bengaluru's Tech Workforce, IndiGo, Air India, Akasa Also Affected
A major Microsoft outage lasting over 12 hours has disrupted work across Bengaluru, India's technology hub, with employees reporting productivity losses as Outlook and Teams services remained inaccessible. The disruption has also affected email support services at Indian airlines, including IndiGo, Akasa Air and Air India. The prolonged outage has once again highlighted the dependence of businesses on Microsoft's services and the wider technology infrastructure powering everyday operations.
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Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Nov 13 (IANS) The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Friday arrested an absconding accused, Pudumadam Imran, in connection with a 2021 Sri Lanka human trafficking case after he was repatriated to India from the South Asian island nation. Imran, who had evaded arrest in the case, was taken into custody at the Bengaluru International Airport after being detained by Sri Lankan authorities on the basis of an INTERPOL Red Notice issued at the request of the NIA. According to the investigating agency, the accused had actively participated in a conspiracy to traffic victims from Sri Lanka by falsely promising to take them to Canada with valid documents. He allegedly collected money from the family members or relatives of the victims and transferred funds through hawala channels to co-accused persons in India for trafficking and confining the victims. The case originated from raids conducted by local police at premises in Mangaluru following credible information about the presence of Sri Lankan nationals staying in the country without valid documents. A case was initially registered under various provisions of the Indian Penal Code, the Foreigners' Act, and the Passport Act. The NIA subsequently took over the investigation and re-registered the case on July 13, 2021. The case was registered under Sections 120B, 370 and 420 of the IPC, Section 14 of the Foreigners' Act and Section 12(1A) of the Passport Act. The central probe agency said Imran had remained absconding until his detention and subsequent repatriation by the Sri Lankan authorities. His arrest marks the latest development in the NIA's ongoing investigation into the alleged human trafficking network. Earlier, two other absconding accused in the case, Seeni Aabul Khan and Imran Khan, were arrested in 2024 and 2025, respectively. Both are currently facing trial before the Special Court for trial of NIA cases in Bengaluru. The NIA continues to investigate the wider conspiracy and the alleged network involved in trafficking Sri Lankan nationals through India on the false promise of facilitating their travel to Canada.
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Preetika Rao Marries at Art of Living Centre in Bengaluru
Actress Preetika Rao, known for her role in Beintehaa, married at the Art of Living Centre in Bengaluru. Preetika Rao Marries at Art of Living Centre in Bengaluru
Bengaluru: Real estate businessman hacked to death in broad daylight
Preetika looked resplendent in a red bridal outfit, while her husband wore white. However, the actor blurred her husband's face, explaining that she wanted to keep the wedding private, as it was a personal and sacred occasion.
Preetika Rao Ties The Knot In Bengaluru, Keeps Husband's Face Hidden; Sri Sri Ravi Shankar Attends
Preetika Rao married in Bengaluru, keeping her husbands face hidden as she called the wedding a personal and sacred occasion. Spiritual leader Sri Sri Ravi Shankar also attended the ceremony and blessed the couple.
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Shocking Murder: Bengaluru Businessman Killed Near Office
A 39-year-old real estate businessman, Charan Gowda, was hacked to death by unidentified assailants on Friday morning in Bengaluru, in front of his wife near his office. Police suspect business disputes as a motive and are investigating all angles, examining CCTV footage.
Digital Desk | Bengaluru/Dimapur, Nov 13 (IANS) FC Bengaluru United host Real Kashmir FC at the Bangalore Football Stadium while Nagaland United SC make their home debut when they welcome leaders Gokulam Kerala FC to the Chmoukedima Football Stadium in Dimapur in another weekend double-header in the Indian Football League (IFL) 2026/27 on Saturday. FC Bengaluru United return to the Bangalore Football Stadium sixth in the table with three points from two matches. After defeat in their opening fixture, they marked their first home game in the Indian Football League with a 4-3 win over Mohammedan SC last Friday. Headers from Marat Tareck and Gautam A. put them two goals up inside 20 minutes, and after Mohammedan drew level at 3-3, substitute Akshunna Tyagi headed the winner in the 91st minute. A second home win on Saturday could lift Head Coach Nallappan Mohanrajs side into the top four. Speaking ahead of the match, head coach Nallappan Mohanraj said, After losing our first game, the next match was very crucial, so bouncing back to get three points on our home turf was very important and gives us the confidence to go deep in this competition. The 4-3 result was great for the fans, but as a coach, I do not like to concede too many goals. We have understood our defensive lapses, worked on them in training, and we are prepared to flex ourselves to the maximum to get points against an experienced team like Kashmir. Russian striker Marat Tareck, one of the scorers against Mohammedan, said the mood in the camp had stayed high since that win. Everyone was really happy after the first win, and because we have a really good coaching staff who take care of the atmosphere, we could just enjoy the moment, said Tareck. In all the training and video sessions since, we have enjoyed the win, and we are looking forward to getting more points. Real Kashmir FC, captained by Marcus Joseph, travel south eighth in the table with one point from two matches. The Snow Leopards drew 1-1 with Sreenidi Deccan FC at home last Saturday. Lesotho forward Thabiso Nelson Brown, named Man of the Match, put them ahead in the 19th minute. He reacted first after Sreenidi goalkeeper Kamaljit Singh saved Josephs header from Lalawmpuia Sailos cross. Colombian forward David Castaeda Muoz equalised in the 52nd minute, and Brown came close to a winner ten minutes from time, but Kamaljit turned his effort away. Looking ahead to the trip, Head Coach Ishfaq Ahmad said, Away matches are always difficult, and you only get two days to adapt before you have to perform. The Bangalore Football Association ground is a challenge in itself, especially playing on that turf. We know FC Bengaluru United will have good confidence after their 4-3 win against Mohammedan SC, but we are here to compete. From our first to our second match, we have grown, and hopefully we will perform the same way we did against Sreenidi and play disciplined football to get a positive result. Mousa Qureshi said the squad had settled quickly in Bengaluru. The boys have been gelling well together since the first day of the season, everyone is quite motivated, and we have adjusted well to the Bengaluru weather, said Qureshi. It is a long season ahead, and we are improving each day and backing each other up. We know our ability and what we can do in this league, and hopefully the next match brings our first win. Saturdays match will be the first meeting between the two clubs in the Indian Football League. Home comfort for Nagaland United SC Nagaland United SC will play in front of their own supporters for the first time in the IFL 2026/27 on Saturday evening. The debutants are fifth with three points from one match, and a win would draw them level on points with the leaders. That single match was a 3-1 victory over Real Kashmir in Srinagar on October 30. JH Remlala scored in the third minute, and Vanlalhriatzuala K. doubled the lead in the 21st. Real Kashmir pulled one back through an own goal in the 59th minute before Vanlalhriatzuala, named Man of the Match, restored the two-goal cushion in the 74th. Speaking ahead of the clubs first home match, Head Coach Kaizad Ambapardiwalla said, Winning our IFL debut against Real Kashmir has given the players confidence and belief, but we understand that every match brings a new challenge. Gokulam Kerala FC are a quality side with experience, and we expect them to be well-organised, physically strong and dangerous in key moments. Playing our first-ever IFL home match in Nagaland is a matter of great pride and responsibility, and our primary focus is on maintaining our discipline, managing the tempo and fighting for a positive result. Captain Rohmingthanga said the occasion carried meaning well beyond the result. I thank God for our away win in Kashmir, and while the dressing room mood is good, one win is just a start, said Rohmingthanga. As captain, my job is to make sure the boys dont feel the pressure, but feel the pride, because this is not just 90 minutes this is history for Nagaland. We want to make our home a fortress, and we will give everything for this badge and this state to make our supporters proud, he added. Two-time champions Gokulam Kerala FC top the table with six points from two matches. Head coach Carlos Eduardo Parreiras side won 1-0 against 10-man Rajasthan United FC in Jaipur last Saturday. Brazilian forward Crislan Da Silva reacted first to a looping clearance in the 68th minute and lifted the ball over the advancing goalkeeper. The trip to Chmoukedima is the latest in a run of five consecutive away matches. Speaking ahead of the encounter, Gokulam Kerala FC head coach Carlos Eduardo Parreira acknowledged the challenge of facing a motivated debutant side backed by a vocal home crowd, but emphasized his squad's title ambitions. We had a good preparation coming off a strong away win, and we want to keep this good momentum going, Gokulam Kerala FC head coach Carlos Eduardo Parreira said. Nagaland had a very good game against Real Kashmir away, and since it will be their first match at home, we know they will come very strong against us with the support behind them. Our players are experienced and know how to deal with these situations. Outlining the club's objectives, Parreira added, Since we started the season, we have been preparing the team to finish in the top three and potentially be champions. If we want to be champions, we need to win these away games. We know it will be very tough to play here, but to continue our plans, we need to get these three points. Gokulam Kerala FC's Ghanaian forward Dennis Antwi echoed the confident mood within the dressing room as they chase a third consecutive victory. The team is very motivated, Dennis Antwi said. We are very happy to have won two games in a row, but we remain focused, and tomorrow we hope to keep the winning momentum going. This will be the first competitive meeting between the two clubs. With FC Bengaluru United and Real Kashmir FC both desperate to climb the table, and Nagaland United SC aiming to mark their historic home debut with a win against league leaders Gokulam Kerala FC, Saturday's double-header promises plenty of action and emotion.
Manipal Health's Q2 net profit drops 13 pc to Rs 270 crore
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Nov 13 (IANS) Manipal Health Enterprises Limited on Friday reported a 13.2 per cent year-on-year (YoY) decline in net profit for the second quarter of FY27, with profit falling to Rs 270 crore from Rs 311 crore a year earlier (Q2 FY26). Despite the drop in profit, the healthcare major saw its revenue from operations rise sharply by 37.3 per cent year-on-year (YoY) to Rs 3,399 crore for the quarter ended September, compared to Rs 2,475 crore in the corresponding quarter last financial year, according to its stock exchange filing. Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortisation (EBITDA) also posted healthy growth, increasing 29.8 per cent year-on-year to Rs 872 crore, although the EBITDA margin narrowed to 26 per cent from 27 per cent in the prior-year period. For the first half of FY27, Manipal Health's revenue increased by 37.7 per cent year-on-year to Rs 6,490 crore, and EBITDA grew 28.2 per cent to Rs 1,631 crore. Excluding a one-off gain in H1 FY26, EBITDA growth stood at 29.8 per cent, as per its regulatory filing. The current consolidated results include the contribution from Sahyadri Hospitals, acquired in October 2025, which was not part of last year's numbers. The company reported a profit after tax (PAT) of Rs 285 crore for the quarter, with PAT excluding exceptional items standing at Rs 380 crore, up 21.6 per cent year-on-year. Excluding post-tax interest from non-convertible debentures raised for the Sahyadri acquisition, PAT was Rs 455 crore, marking a 45.6 per cent increase. Operating performance was buoyed by growth in both inpatient and outpatient volumes, which rose 35 per cent and 27.2 per cent year-on-year, respectively. Occupancy rates improved to 70.1 per cent, with the company operating an average capacity of 7,331 beds and an average length of stay of 2.8 days. The company also expanded its licensed bed capacity to 13,440 with the opening of its Electronic City hospital in Bengaluru. Shares of Manipal Health Enterprises Limited closed at Rs 680 on Friday, up 0.48 per cent on the BSE.
PM Modi to dedicate Rs 330-crore fuel terminal in Bengaluru to nation
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Yoga has become a gateway for the world to know India, says Prime Minister Narendra Modi
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Bengaluru Metro Expansion Marks Victory Over Traffic Congestion, Says BJP MP Tejasvi Surya
Tejasvi Surya praises the Bengaluru Metro expansion as a significant step in combating traffic congestion during PM Modis visit. Bengaluru Metro Expansion Marks Victory Over Traffic Congestion, Says BJP MP Tejasvi Surya
Indian fintech firm Razorpay gets regulatory nod for IPO
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PM Modi highlights the importance of middle-class savings and unveils major infrastructure projects in Bengaluru. PM Modi Emphasizes Middle-Class Savings and Bengalurus Infrastructure Development
Amrita Raos sister Preetika marries in Bengaluru; shares first wedding pics
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Watch: PM Modi flags off Pink Line Metro, Bengaluru-Mangaluru-Madgaon Vande Bharat Express
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday, November 13, 2026, inaugurated the elevated section of Bengaluru Metros Pink Line and flagged off the new Bengaluru-Mangaluru-Madgaon Vande Bharat Express. The 21.25-km Pink Line will connect Kalena Agrahara in south Bengaluru with Nagawara in the north once fully operational. The new Vande Bharat service will improve rail connectivity between Bengaluru, Karnatakas coastal region and Goa. The launches mark two developments in the States transport infrastructure.
Bengaluru real estate businessman hacked to death in front of wife
Bengaluru: A real estate businessman was brutally murdered in broad daylight by a gang of armed assailants in Yelahanka New Town on Friday morning, November 13. The victim, identified as Charan Gowda, owner of Dhani Properties, was attacked with lethal weapons while arriving at his office with his wife. According to police, Charan had driven 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 .
This Bengaluru Company Is Encouraging Employees To Quit And Build Their Own Businesses
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D.K. Shivakumar seeks fairer Centre-state cost sharing for Bengaluru Metro, faster clearances
Chief Minister D. K. Shivakumar sought the Centres support in sharing operational cash losses and foreign exchange risks arising from external loans taken for Metro projects
