Double royalty row: Stone quarries, crushers, M-Sand units to shut from today
Half of east Bengaluru PGs operate illegally: GBA tells HC
With 30% of national figures, Bengaluru paws the way in pet travel on Akasa Air
KPSC member appears before CID
Lokayukta police trap GST official with Rs 8 lakh bribe
Multiplex body opposes Karnatakas proposed 2% cess on cinema tickets
Man held for murdering partner after a fight
KSRTC launches multi-axle service on Bengaluru-Ballari route
KSRTC launches multi-axle service on Bengaluru-Ballari route
RayVector's Wafer Defect Detection Tech At SEMICON India
Bengaluru-based deep-tech company RayVector Technologies is demonstrating its advanced multi-sensor module and wafer-handling technology at SEMICON India. This innovative solution uses sensing, imaging, and AI to detect minute irregularities in semiconductor wafers, helping manufacturers prevent costly production losses. The technology is already being utilised by major global players like Samsung, Intel, and TSMC, highlighting India's growing contribution to the global semiconductor ecosystem.
Bengaluru: Two police officers suspended over video showing them collecting cash
Quarrel turns fatal: Man arrested for murdering live-in partner in Bengaluru
Man kills wife in Bengaluru hotel room
52 students stranded as school bus gets stuck in slush on Kodathi-Avalahalli road
Bengaluru Cantonment station redevelopment to be ready by December: Somanna
Bengaluru Cantonment railway station will open by December 2026 after a Rs 485 crore redevelopment. Yesvantpur station upgrades will finish by November, and KSR Bengaluru station master plan is underway. Track capacity around Bengaluru is expanding to manage rising passenger and freight traffic. A mega coaching terminal at Yelahanka is planned for future rail needs. The Railways is also eliminating level crossings and quadrupling the Bengaluru-Tumakuru line.
U.S.-based Lam Research to invest 10,000 cr to scale up its India footprint
Lam intends to make the new investment over the next several years to add its first silicon component manufacturing facility in the country and augment its advanced research and development operations in Bengaluru
NCB arrests seven traffickers, including two foreigners; seizes 33 gm cocaine
Digital Desk | Kozhikode, Sep 17 (IANS) The NCB disrupted an interstate cocaine trafficking network with the arrest of seven accused, including three persons deported from the UAE and two foreign nationals, and seized 33.1 grams of cocaine valued at Rs 16.55 lakh, an official said on Thursday. The Narcotics Control Bureau, Cochin Zonal Unit, made the arrests on September 10 based on credible information regarding certain persons who had been deported from the UAE in connection with drug-related offences, the official said. The NCB had been closely monitoring their activities and their linkages with a drug trafficking network operating between Bengaluru and Kerala, he said in a statement. On September 10, the NCB intercepted Gurpreet Singh of Kapurthala, Punjab, Hamdan Ahammed of Beypore (N), Kozhikode and Aflah P of Arakkinar, Kozhikode, at Faroke Railway Station, Kozhikode, and arrested them with 8.12 grams of cocaine. Preliminary interrogation revealed that the contraband had been procured from Bengaluru, said the statement. The interrogation of the accused revealed the involvement of Sidharth Damor, who was intercepted while travelling from Thiruvananthapuram to Kozhikode on September 10, said the statement. Damor is an upcoming DJ associated with the party scene in Kerala and also owns a resort in Ooty, Nilgiris, Tamil Nadu. His examination led the NCB to Arun Rajkumar, who was identified as a key facilitator in the network. Accordingly, Rajkumar was also arrested, the NCB said. Rajkumar, a Tamilian based in Bengaluru and employed in the IT sector, was found to be sourcing cocaine from certain foreign nationals and facilitating its supply to other peddlers as well as consumers. Based on the interrogation of Damor and Arun Rajkumar, the NCB identified the involvement of two foreign nationals in the cocaine trafficking network. Chizoba Helen Anthony alias Sonia, a Nigerian national, who had entered India on a Medical Attendant Visa and had been overstaying for the past 10 years, and Mufukare Vittalis Tadiswanashe, a Zimbabwean national, who had entered India on a Student Visa and had been overstaying for the past two years, were apprehended from Bengaluru on September 12 and 13, respectively, the NCB said. They were found in possession of 16 grams and 8.98 grams of Cocaine, respectively, it said. During interrogation that NCB found out that Sidharth Damor, Hamdan Ahammed and Aflah P had earlier been convicted and incarcerated in the UAE in connection with drug-related offences before being deported to India. During their period of incarceration, Aflah, Gurpreet and Sidharth had come in close contact and subsequently attempted to establish a stronger drug trafficking network, the NCB said. Further trails are being pursued to identify and disrupt the remaining linkages of the network and to completely destroy the trafficking chain, the NCB said.
Exam-bound students take 2.5hrs to cover 4km in Bengaluru
Bengaluru: Varthur-Gunjur congestion leaves schoolchildren stranded for hours
Deer poaching spreads to central Karnataka, 3 held with 70kg venison in Chikkamagaluru
AIFF Plans Discounted Tickets, Fan Parks For India's FIFA Friendlies
The All India Football Federation (AIFF) is facilitating discounted tickets for members of Mohun Bagan, East Bengal, and Mohammedan Sporting for India's upcoming FIFA tier-1 friendlies against Panama, Brazil, and Uruguay. These high-profile matches will be held in Bengaluru and Kolkata, with the AIFF also planning Fan Parks across districts to promote grassroots football and allow wider viewership. The matches are seen as a significant opportunity for the Indian national team to test itself against top-ranked opponents.
Karnataka High Court lays down norms for authorities to monitor PG accommodations in Bengaluru
GBA tells court that nearly 50% of the 5,000 PGs in citys East zone are illegal
Seven Arrested In Major Cocaine Trafficking Bust
The Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) has arrested seven individuals, including two foreign nationals, for their involvement in an interstate cocaine trafficking network operating between Bengaluru and Kerala. The operation, named 'Domino', led to the seizure of 33.1 grams of cocaine worth Rs 16.55 lakh and uncovered links to individuals previously deported from the UAE for drug offences.
Bengaluru acid attack: Man rode over 400km overnight from Madurai to target estranged wife, say cops
Army sepoy from Bengaluru competes in IRONMAN 70.3 World Championship 2026
Bengaluru accounts for more than 30% of pet journeys on Akasa Air
Bengaluru nurse attack: Estranged husband arrested after machete, knife assault near hospital
Police suspect a family dispute behind the attack, during which the accused allegedly threw an acid-like liquid at her and assaulted her with a machete and knife. Venkateshan was arrested and is being questioned, while police are examining the liquid and video footage of the incident.
Pourakarmikas, street vendors seek apology from Krishna Byre Gowda over insulting remarks
Over 3.11 lakh Ganesha idols immersed in three days
Need to prevent human resources migration from coast, Malnad: CM
Cabinet to consider long-pending demands of Tulunadu: Khader
IAF felicitates civilian officers in Bengaluru
Cabinet likely to approve Rs 350 crore for Mangaluru UGD upgrade
Stone crushers, quarry owners announce indefinite strike over royalty collection
HAL to hand over Tejas twin-seater, HTT-40 and Dhruv NG helicopter on Sept 18
Hindustan Aeronautics Limited will hand over LCA Tejas final operational clearance twin-seater trainers and HTT-40 aircraft to the IAF, along with Dhruv NG helicopters to Pawan Hans, in Bengaluru in the presence of senior government officials
Bengaluru Metro inducts first Titagarh-CRRC train on Green Line
Bengaluru Metro inducts first Titagarh-CRRC train on Green Line
GBA orders removal of overnight temple at South Bengaluru apartment complex
Man attacks wife with machete, suspected acid in Bengalurus J.P. Nagar
KGF star Yash, one of the biggest pan Indian stars today, didnt grow up rich or even affluent. His father was a driver for the Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation, as per reports. In an interview, the actor once opened up about his modest upbringing and shared some invaluable lessons his parents taught him when he was a kid that he follows to this day.
TCS Walk-in Drive 2026: Urgent Hiring for AI, GenAI, and MLOps Roles This Saturday
Ready for a career shift? TCS is hosting a massive multi-city walk-in drive on September 19, 2026, for experienced AI, GenAI, MLOps, and Data professionals. Check the venues, reporting times, and required documents to secure your spot at this major hiring event in Bengaluru, Chennai, Hyderabad, Kolkata, and Pune.
India drawn with Bahrain, Cameroon, Grenada, Laos and Senegal in FIFA U15 World Cup
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 17 (IANS) India have been drawn in Group K alongside Bahrain, Cameroon, Grenada, Laos and Senegal in the inaugural FIFA U15 World Cup, which will be held in Baku in October. The India U15 men's team will play five matches over three days in the qualification stage at the Hovsan Competition Complex in Baku. India will begin their campaign against Laos on October 24. The following day, they will play twice, taking on Cameroon before facing Grenada, with all matches scheduled to be played on Pitch 1B. India will complete the qualification stage with another double-header on October 26. They will face Bahrain on Pitch 9A, then take on Senegal on Pitch 8A. With the tournament open to all FIFA Member Associations, 191 national teams have been divided into 32 groups. 943 matches will be played across 20 match pitches over six competition days. Matches at the FIFA U15 World Cup & Festival will be played in an 8v8 format, with two 20-minute halves separated by a five-minute half-time break. The pitch will measure 68 metres by 50 metres, and rolling substitutions will be permitted throughout the match. The participating teams will arrive in Baku on October 22, followed by an official training day on October 23. The qualification stage will run from October 24 to 26, with a rest day on October 27. The tournament stage will take place on October 28 and 29, with the tier finals scheduled for October 30. India are currently in camp at the Centre for Sports Excellence in Bengaluru. They will also play international friendly matches at home before travelling to Azerbaijan with a final squad of 14 players. While the first edition of the U15 World Cup is open to boys teams from all FIFA Member Associations, the second instalment in 2027 will feature girls teams only. From 2028 onwards, all Member Associations will be invited to participate with both their boys and girls U-15 teams in two separate competitions.
Woman rescued after sexual assault ordeal in Karnataka
Yadgir: A 22-year-old woman was rescued with the help of emergency police personnel after allegedly facing repeated sexual assaults, threats and illegal confinement at multiple locations in Karnataka. Six people, including two railway police personnel, have been booked in connection with the allegations. The case came to light after a fellow passenger noticed the woman 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 .
Bengaluru: Car carrying abducted woman crashes into 20 vehicles
Bengaluru: A speeding vehicle crashed into more than 20 vehicles, injuring six people in Bengaluru on Wednesday night, September 16, while attempting to abduct a 21-year-old girl from Rajasthan who married a man from another caste against her familys wishes. Police have arrested the accused, 21-year-old Rakesh, 25-year-old Karan and 18-year-old Ayas, while the driver, 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 .
Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], September 17: With the UK's September 2026 - 2027 intake under way, Unlimit Mobile - the international connectivity brand operated by Zetexa Global, an India-based travel ancillary and licensed telecom infrastructure company - is offering Indian students a UK mobile number that is purchased, verified and activated before they leave India, removing one of the most common friction points in the first week abroad.
HAL to hand over Tejas trainers, HTT-40 aircraft and Dhruv NG helicopters to IAF, Pawan Hans
Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd will deliver trainer aircraft and helicopters to the Indian Air Force and Pawan Hans. The handover ceremony is scheduled for September 18 in Bengaluru, with key ministers attending. This event highlights India's growing self-reliance in aerospace and defence manufacturing capabilities. The induction of these platforms aims to strengthen domestic aerospace and reduce foreign dependence. Senior officials from defence and civil aviation ministries will also be present.
Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Sep 17 (IANS) A family dispute is suspected to have been the reason behind the deadly attack in Bengaluru on a 26-year-old nurse from West Bengal, allegedly by her estranged husband from Tamil Nadu, police said on Thursday. The victim, Madhumita, is in critical condition following the attack near Narayana Hospital in J.P. Nagar Third Phase. DCP South Dr. Vamshi Krishna, who visited the spot, said the accused, identified as Venkateshan, allegedly attacked Madhumita with a machete and a long knife after throwing a liquid suspected to be acid, on her. The incident took place around 9.15 a.m. near Narayana Hospital, where Madhumita works as a nurse. According to the DCP, the accused wore a helmet during the assault and used two deadly weapons in the attack. The accused has used a liquid similar to acid and assaulted the woman with a machete and a long knife. The couple are husband and wife, and the incident is suspected to have taken place against the backdrop of a family dispute, Dr. Vamshi Krishna said. Madhumita and Venkateshan had married in Madurai, Tamil Nadu, in 2024. However, the couple had reportedly not been living together for around one-and-a-half years. Madhumita had been staying in a PG accommodation in Bengaluru, while Venkateshan had earlier worked in Bengaluru before moving to Chennai. Police said Venkateshan had travelled from Madurai to Bengaluru on Wednesday night and allegedly arrived with the liquid and weapons before carrying out the attack. He was arrested and is being questioned by the police. The Scene of Crime Officers (SOCO) team has collected and is examining the liquid allegedly used in the attack to determine whether it was acid. According to police sources, the couple had met through a dating application. Venkateshan allegedly suspected Madhumita and frequently fought with her over her social media posts and reels. During questioning, Venkateshan allegedly told police that his wife was not listening to him and that he suspected she was with another man. He allegedly attacked her more than 10 times with the deadly weapons. It can be recalled that Venkateshan allegedly chased Madhumita when she came out of the hospital. She ran towards the cellar parking area of the hospital, where the accused allegedly caught hold of her and threw the acid-like liquid on her. He then allegedly grabbed her by the hair and attacked her repeatedly with a machete and the knife. The assault reportedly took place in full public view. Several people raised an alarm and attempted to intervene, but the accused allegedly waved the machete at those who tried to approach him. Some members of the public reportedly attempted to rescue Madhumita by pelting stones at the accused, but were unable to overpower him. Police have obtained video recordings of the assault that were made by members of the public. The footage is expected to form part of the investigation into the incident. The accused was eventually overpowered and taken into custody after a traffic police officer arrived at the spot. Madhumita, who hails from Kolkata in West Bengal, sustained serious injuries in the attack and was shifted to a private hospital for treatment. Further investigation is on.
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Rajasthani womans abduction: 3 arrested, one woman critical, says Bengaluru DCP Bengaluru: Three persons have been arrested in connection with the alleged kidnapping of a 21-year-old married woman from her residence in Agrahara Dasarahalli, while police are investigating the involvement of a fourth person, DCP West Bengaluru, Yathish N. said on Thursday. Addressing the media, [] The post Rajasthani womans abduction: 3 arrested, one woman critical, says Bengaluru DCP appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
21-year-old woman found dead in lodge at Doddaballapur, police suspect husband
The deceased had checked into the lodge in Bengaluru Rural district with her husband on September 15
Indias top AI teams set to battle in Elastic and AWS's Forge the Future Hackathon finale
After weeks of registration, idea submission, and shortlisting, India's top AI teams are set to compete at the Forge the Future Hackathon's Grand Finale in Bengaluru, with the winners earning a place at Elastic{ON} Mumbai.
Peak XV Partners sells 1.46$ stake in Groww for 1,756 cr in block deal
Peak XV Partners has sold a 1.46 per cent stake in Groww's parent company Billionbrains Garage Ventures for Rs 1,756 crore, trimming its holding in the stockbroker through a bulk deal on the NSE. Peak XV Partners Investments VI-1, an affiliate of the venture capital firm, offloaded 9,17,14,208 shares, representing a 1.46 per cent stake in the Bengaluru-based trading platform. The transaction was executed on Wednesday at an average price of Rs 191.49 apiece, taking the aggregate value to Rs 1,756.23 crore. The sale brought down Peak XV Partners' stake in Billionbrains Garage Ventures to 14.22 per cent from 15.68 per cent. The venture capital firm and its affiliates, however, continue to be the largest public shareholder in Groww. The buyers of Groww's shares could not be identified from the NSE data. On Thursday, shares of Billionbrains Garage Ventures rose marginally to trade at Rs 190.14 apiece on the National Stock Exchange (NSE). The latest transaction adds to a series of stak
Umar Khalid remarks: Congress always supported forces against country, interests, alleges BJP
Digital Desk | Hubballi (Karnataka), Sep 17 (IANS) Former Karnataka Chief Minister and Bharatiya Janata Party MP Basavaraj Bommai alleged that the Congress has consistently supported and encouraged forces that are against the country and its interests. Reacting in Hubballi to recent remarks by Karnataka Pradesh Congress Committee (KPCC) president B.K. Hariprasad in support of jailed activist Umar Khalid, Bommai on Wednesday alleged that the Congress was engaging in vote-bank politics by supporting those whom he described as anti-national. Bommai also alleged that the Congress had earlier attempted to portray the Mumbai terror attacks as saffron terror and had taken positions favouring Pakistan, which, he claimed, were detrimental to the country's interests. Referring to Hariprasad's remarks on Umar Khalid, Bommai alleged that supporting a person who is in jail amounted to supporting anti-national elements. Umar Khalid himself says that he is not a nationalist or a nationalistic person. He has carried out anti-India activities and is now in jail. By supporting such people, Congress is engaging in vote-bank politics, Bommai alleged. He further alleged that the Congress of the present day was different from the party that led the freedom movement, describing it as fake Congress and alleging that its leaders lacked concern for the country's interests and culture. Bommai alleged that Congress leaders were joining hands with foreign forces and elements opposed to the country, and said Hariprasad's statement had once again established this. He accused Congress leaders of showing their true colours by standing in support of those he described as anti-national and termed it shameful and condemnable. Bommai also demanded strict legal action against those who support anti-national forces. The Congress in Karnataka on Tuesday described jailed activist Umar Khalid as a nationalist and referred to his detractors as those with no morals and ethics, jumping right into the centre of a raging debate within the larger student community. Umar Khalid is a nationalist, and ABVP (Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarathi Parishad) has no right to speak on Umar Khalid because ABVP adores Nathuram Godsewho was an anti-national and the first terrorist of the country. They have no moral right or moral ethics to speak on Umar Khalid, Hariprasad told reporters on Tuesday in Bengaluru.
Bengaluru cops file FIR, expedite probe into married womans kidnapping by Rajasthan gang
Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Sep 17 (IANS) The Magadi Road Police on Thursday registered an FIR in connection with the alleged kidnapping of a 21-year-old woman from Agrahara Dasarahalli in Bengaluru by some people from Rajasthan and a subsequent series of road accidents involving the vehicle used by the accused. The case has been registered under Sections 137, 61 and 110 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS). According to the police, Pooja, daughter of Gunaramu and a resident of Melwas village in Rajasthan, had married Om Prakash, 23, son of Shesh Ram, in a love marriage around eight to nine months ago against the wishes of their families. The couple subsequently moved to Bengaluru and had been residing in the Agrahara Dasarahalli locality. Unable to accept the marriage, Pooja's family allegedly sent four persons to Bengaluru to bring her back. The accused allegedly abducted Pooja from her residence and fled in a Hyundai Venue car. After the incident, local residents reportedly chased the vehicle. In an attempt to escape, the accused allegedly drove the car recklessly at around 8 p.m. on Wednesday, hitting more than 35 cars and over 100 two-wheelers during the chase. The chase continued for around nine kilometres before members of the public managed to intercept the vehicle at 4th Cross Road in Vijayanagar Hoshalli. The enraged public allegedly pelted the vehicle with stones, damaging it, and dragged three persons out of the car before assaulting them. They were subsequently handed over to the Vijayanagar police. Six people were injured in the series of accidents. They have been identified as Prithviraj, 12, Yashika, 9, Amul, 35, Mani, 64, Jayalakshmi, 57, and Santosh, 33. Jayalakshmi sustained a head injury and is undergoing treatment in the ICU, while the other injured people are also receiving treatment. The arrested accused have been identified as Rakesh, 31, Karan, 35, and Ayan, 18, all from Rajasthan. Saddam, who was allegedly driving the vehicle, managed to escape and police are conducting a search to trace him. The vehicle used in the alleged kidnapping and the three arrested accused are currently in police custody. During questioning, police reportedly found that Pooja's paternal aunt had allegedly hired the accused to kidnap her. Preliminary investigation has revealed that the aunt had remained in contact with Pooja after her marriage and had allegedly obtained her address recently. Police are continuing their investigation to ascertain the circumstances surrounding the alleged kidnapping and the role of others in the incident.
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Congress moves its councillors to Bengaluru to maintain unity ahead of Ajmers mayoral elections on September 21. Political Maneuvering in Ajmer Ahead of Mayoral Elections as Congress Shifts Councillors to Bengaluru
Bengaluru horror: Nurse chased, attacked with machete by husband; acid thrown
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman became emotional in Bengaluru on Wednesday, September 16, while listening to a song by legendary Carnatic singer MS Subbulakshmi. A video shows Sitharaman tearing up as Subbulakshmi's song played at...
Karnataka to launch two-year anti-anaemia campaign in Kalyan Karnataka
Digital Desk | Kalaburagi (Karnataka), Sep 17 (IANS) The Karnataka government will launch a special two-year campaign to combat anaemia in the Kalyan Karnataka region, with a focus on screening, prevention and treatment, particularly among pregnant women, adolescents and lactating mothers, Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar announced at the Kalyan Karnataka Utsav held in Kalaburagi on Thursday. The campaign is among a slew of new measures announced by Shivakumar during the Kalyan Karnataka Liberation Day celebrations in Kalaburagi, covering healthcare, industry, agriculture, infrastructure, technology, tourism and sports. The government will undertake screening, prevention and treatment programmes over the next two years to reduce the prevalence of anaemia in the region. Special attention will be given to pregnant women, adolescents and lactating mothers. As part of its plans to accelerate industrial growth and investment, the government will establish the Kalyan Karnataka Economy Mission (KKEM) as a Section 8 company. The mission will seek to attract large-scale investments and create new economic opportunities in the region. A Bio Economy Mission will also be established to increase farmers' incomes through processing and value addition of agricultural produce. The initiative will focus on major regional products, including tur dal, Kamalapur bananas, raisins and millets. For Kalaburagi city, the government announced the construction of a flyover on the Sedam Road Ring Road to ease traffic movement. A new peripheral ring road is also being planned, with the Detailed Project Report (DPR) under preparation. A new lake and recreational park will be developed at a cost of Rs 30 crore as a major green and public leisure space for the city. The government will develop 50,000 housing sites for site-less families in Kalaburagi district as part of its commitment to inclusive development. Shivakumar also announced plans to develop an IT Park on 30 acres in Kalaburagi to expand the growth of the IT and innovation sectors beyond Bengaluru. Alongside this, KRIYA Kalaburagi Research, Innovation and Youth Accelerator will be established to promote innovation, start-ups and young entrepreneurs. An AI-based CCTV network will be installed in Kalaburagi city and taluk headquarters to strengthen public safety, crime prevention and traffic management. The network will also be used to monitor civic services, including waste management. The government will develop a pilgrimage and heritage circuit connecting Kalaburagi Fort, Sharanabasaveshwara Temple, Khwaja Bande Nawaz Dargah, Buddha Vihara, Malkhed, Sannati and Ganagapur. Heritage sites at Malkhed, Nagavi, Kalagi and Sannati are also being redeveloped through Kalyan Karnataka Regional Development Board funds. Ganagapur will be developed in the first phase at a cost of Rs 50 crore. A Vachana Mantapa will also be established in Kalaburagi to take the teachings of Basavanna and the vachana tradition to the younger generation. The chief minister said the Chandrashekhar Patil Stadium would be comprehensively redeveloped with modern sports infrastructure over the next two years. The government would also enter into an agreement with the Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA) to develop cricket facilities benefiting the entire Kalyan Karnataka region. A Sports City will be established at Hadgil Haruti village in Kalaburagi taluk to promote sporting excellence, with international-standard indoor and outdoor facilities for various sports. The government will also undertake the Koti Vruksha Abhiyan across Kalyan Karnataka over the next two years, with the objective of planting and nurturing one crore saplings to increase green cover and strengthen the region's resilience to climate change. Shivakumar said the government was committed to the overall development of Kalyan Karnataka and stressed that development should extend beyond infrastructure to improving the quality of life of the people. Kalyan Karnataka is our priority, he said, adding that the region was the Shakti Peetha of Karnataka while Bengaluru was the crown of the state.
Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Sep 17 (IANS) A 26-year-old nurse was allegedly attacked with acid and subsequently assaulted with a machete by her husband in full public view near Narayana Clinic in J.P. Nagar Third Phase on Thursday morning. The victim, identified as Madhumita, is currently undergoing treatment at an ICU facility in a private hospital and her condition is reported to be critical. The incident occurred around 9.15 a.m. when Madhumita, who had been working as a nurse at the clinic for around one-and-a-half years, stepped out to have breakfast. According to the police, her husband Venkatesh had arrived on a motorcycle and was waiting for his estranged wife near the clinic. The couple had reportedly been living separately for around a year and were not in contact with each other. Venkatesh allegedly chased Madhumita when she came out of the clinic. She ran towards the cellar parking area of the clinic, where the accused allegedly caught hold of her and threw acid on her. He then allegedly grabbed her by the hair and attacked her repeatedly with a machete. The assault reportedly took place in full public view. Several people raised an alarm and attempted to intervene, but the accused allegedly waved the machete at those who tried to approach him. Some members of the public reportedly attempted to rescue Madhumita by pelting stones at the accused, but were unable to overpower him. Police have obtained video recordings of the assault that were made by members of the public. The footage is expected to form part of the investigation into the incident. The accused was eventually overpowered and taken into custody after a traffic police officer arrived at the spot. Madhumita, who hails from Kolkata in West Bengal, sustained serious injuries in the attack and was shifted to a private hospital for treatment. The J.P. Nagar Police are investigating the circumstances that led to the attack and the reason behind Venkatesh allegedly carrying out the acid attack and subsequent machete assault on his wife. Further investigation is underway in the shocking case.
Nirmala Sitharaman moved by M S Subbulakshmi
Bengaluru: Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman was visibly moved while attending a special musical programme organised in Bengaluru on Wednesday, September 16, to commemorate the 110th birth anniversary of legendary Carnatic vocalist and Bharat Ratna M.S. Subbulakshmi. The emotional moment came as Subbulakshmis great-granddaughters, S. Aishwarya and S. Soundarya, presented a musical recital during the Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Semicon India 2.0: Infineon CEO calls India key semiconductor market, expands workforce by 28%
Highlighting the vital role of India in the global market, Infineon Technologies CEO Jochen Hanebeck remarked on the exciting advancements within the country's chip ecosystem propelled by robust economic growth. Infineon is increasingly confident in its Indian ventures, marked by campus development in Bengaluru and an expanded workforce, alongside active partnerships aimed at cultivating the engineering talent of tomorrow.
Bhatkal tense after mosque damaged during Ganesh procession
Karwar: Tension was reported in Bhatkal of Uttara Kannada district after unidentified persons allegedly pelted stones at a mosque and an Arabic madrasa during a Ganesh idol immersion procession on the night of Wednesday, September 16. The incident occurred on the Gulmi Railway Station Road when a public Ganesh immersion procession was passing through the Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Ranka Group: Building a legacy of premium housing in Bengaluru
Rajasthan Family Allegedly Kidnaps Daughter In Bengaluru After Love Marriage, SUV Crashes
A 21-year-old woman was allegedly kidnapped in Bengaluru by four men reportedly sent by her family after she married a 23-year-old man against their wishes. The accused allegedly fled with her in an SUV, which collided with several vehicles during reckless driving, injuring six people. Three accused have been arrested, while the alleged driver remains on the run. Police have seized the vehicle and are investigating the case.
Dhakshineswar Suresh reflects on growth and India's Davis Cup quest against South Korea
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Kalaburagi constable booked after woman
Kalaburagi: A police constable has been accused of assaulting a woman, setting her house on fire and later torching the private car of a police sub-inspector who had registered a case against him in Kalaburagi district. The incident was reported from Mahagaon village in Kamalapur taluk. The accused, Rajshekhar Varanal, is attached to Chincholi police 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 .
HARTING India at ELECTRONICA 2026, BIEC Bangalore
Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], September 17: HARTING India, a global leader in industrial connectivity solutions, is proud to announce its participation in Electronica India 2026, taking place from 16-18 September 2026 at the Bangalore International Exhibition Centre (BIEC), Bengaluru. Visitors can meet HARTING at Hall 5, Booth C91, where the company will showcase its latest connectivity technologies designed to accelerate the future of automation, transportation, energy, and digital transformation.
Nirmala Sitharaman gets emotional remembering MS Subbulakshmi in Bengaluru
Nirmala Sitharaman gets emotional remembering MS Subbulakshmi in Bengaluru
Munavar Zama, the film's director, shares his passion for 90s romantic comedies, discusses the challenges of contemporary dating, and explains why Bengaluru plays a vibrant role, akin to the main characters, in Chasing Rahul, which will premiere in the city on September 18.
Gold and silver prices remained volatile on September 17 after the US Federal Reserve raised interest rates by 25 basis points, with global bullion prices recovering after the previous sessions fall. Check the latest gold and silver rates in Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Kolkata, Hyderabad and Chennai.
Beyond GCC: How Woodside Is Building Its Bengaluru Global Hub
Woodside Energy is building its Bengaluru centre as more than a conventional GCC, bringing together technology, digital, finance and operations capabilities while using AI with a strong focus on business outcomes, cybersecurity and human oversight.
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For the youth of Jammu & Kashmir biggest question is no longer what the government promises but is when the promise will finally become an opportunity. Behind every recruitment notification is a young person who has spent months, years, preparing for a competitive examination. Behind every delayed result is a family waiting for financial independence, every cancelled or disputed examination is a generation being asked to start again. And behind every unemployment statistic is a young man or woman wondering how long they must wait before their education translates into a livelihood. This is why Rahul Gandhis Chhatron Ki Goonj initiative, which brings students into a direct conversation on education, recruitment and unemployment, has significance far beyond the political stages of the country. It raises questions that Jammu & Kashmirs political establishment can no longer afford to ignore. The youth of J&K are not demanding special treatment but a system that works, institutions they can trust and an economy that gives education a meaningful destination. At a time when political leaders are often more comfortable unveiling schemes, issuing statements and trading accusations than sitting down with students and listening to them, an initiative centred on the voice of the student offers a necessary challenge to the established style of politics. The real test of any government is not how loudly it speaks about the youth, but how seriously it listens when the youth speaks. For the youth of Jammu & Kashmir, the recruitment question is particularly important because government employment continues to be a one of the most stable and accessible avenues for educated young people. When recruitment is delayed, vacancies remain unfilled or examination processes become uncertain, the consequences are far greater than an administrative inconvenience. A delayed examination can mean another year of preparation, delayed result can mean another year of uncertainty and cancelled examination can mean that months or years of hard work have to begin again. Many students also face an age-related pressure that cannot simply be ignored. A young person may remain eligible for one recruitment cycle but lose that opportunity if the process is repeatedly delayed. The government must therefore establish a clear, annual and publicly accountable recruitment calendar for Jammu & Kashmir. Vacancies should be identified and communicated transparently and examinations should be conducted according to predetermined timelines also results should be declared without unnecessary delay and appointments should follow promptly. Where allegations of malpractice and irregularities arise investigations must be credible, independent and swift, while innocent candidates must not be made to suffer indefinitely. The principle should be simple government must protect both the integrity of the examination and the future of the candidate. Unfortunately, political leadership across the country often remembers students when an election approaches and forgets them once the campaign ends. This is precisely where initiatives such as Chhatron Ki Goonj can create a different political culture. Students do not need leaders who arrive once, make a speech, take photographs and disappear. They need leaders who return, listen, follow up and demand answers until the problem is resolved. In Jammu & Kashmir this type of distinction matters enormously. The larger issue, however, is not simply government recruitment. Jammu & Kashmir needs a comprehensive strategy for education, employment and economic transformation. It is neither realistic nor desirable to suggest that every graduate should depend upon a government job. The objective must be to create an economy in which a young person can choose between public service, private employment, entrepreneurship, research, skilled professions and new sectors of the economy. Our universities and colleges must become centres of opportunity rather than merely institutions that award degrees. Students should have access to modern laboratories, research opportunities, internships, career counselling, technology, industry exposure and entrepreneurship support. Skill development programmes must be judged not by how many certificates they issue but by how many young people actually find sustainable employment afterwards. J&K has enormous potential in tourism, horticulture, agriculture, handicrafts, food processing, information technology, renewable energy, logistics, creative industries and small and medium enterprises. Yet potential alone creates nothing. It must be supported by investment, infrastructure, credit, market access, professional training and predictable policy. A young entrepreneur should not have to spend more energy navigating bureaucracy than building a business. A graduate should not be told that a certificate itself is an achievement when what they desperately need is a livelihood. A modern employment policy for J&K must also recognise regional disparities. Opportunities cannot remain concentrated in a handful of urban centres. Students and young people in remote and rural areas must receive comparable access to education, coaching, digital resources and employment support. There is also a fundamental constitutional dimension to this debate. The promise of India is not simply that every citizen will be allowed to dream; it is that citizens should have a fair and equal opportunity to pursue those dreams. Equality of opportunity must be experienced, not merely quoted. A student from Budgam should believe that merit can take them as far as a student from Mumbai, Bengaluru, Delhi or Indore. A young woman from a rural district should have the same access to educational and professional opportunities as anyone else. A graduate from Jammu should not have to leave home simply because there is no serious employment ecosystem available locally. And a student preparing for a competitive examination should be able to trust the institution conducting it. This is why the political response to student grievances should never be dismissive. When young people ask questions about recruitment, examination integrity, education costs or unemployment, they are not creating problems; they are identifying the problems that governments are responsible for solving. It is particularly disappointing when political leaders respond to such concerns with ridicule, slogans or counter-slogans. Calling a youth campaign a jhooth ki goonj may make for a political soundbite, but it does not answer a single unemployed graduate. If the concerns of students are false, answer them with facts. If they are genuine, answer them with action. The language of democracy should be dialogue, not dismissal. This is also why the absence of sustained student engagement from many political formations deserves criticism. Leadership should not be confined to assemblies, press conferences and election rallies. It must be present in classrooms, universities, coaching centres and communities where young people are actually experiencing the consequences of policy decisions. The youth of Jammu & Kashmir should not have to wait for an election season before someone asks them what they need. Their concerns should be part of governance every day. The real opportunity before the Congress and its leadership, therefore, is to transform the spirit of Chhatron Ki Goonj into a sustained national and J&K-specific movement for educational opportunity, transparent recruitment and dignified employment. Jammu & Kashmir should have its own structured student dialogue, involving universities, colleges, professional institutions, young graduates and aspirants preparing for competitive examinations. Their concerns should be documented district by district and converted into a concrete J&K Youth Employment and Education Charter with measurable commitments, a transparent recruitment calendar, time-bound filling of vacancies, safeguards for examination integrity, support for students affected by cancelled examinations, stronger public universities, affordable professional education, expanded career and skill programmes, entrepreneurship support and a deliberate strategy to attract private investment and create jobs across the Union Territory. Most importantly, there must be a culture of accountability in which governments are judged by outcomes rather than announcements. Jammu & Kashmirs youth do not need pity, political tokenism or another round of empty assurances. They need a fair system in which hard work has meaning. They need leaders who will stand with them when cameras are absent, when examinations are delayed, when recruitment processes stall and when a young graduate is wondering whether to continue preparing or abandon the dream altogether. Rahul Gandhis Chhatron Ki Goonj can become the beginning of that conversation. From Indore to Jammu & Kashmir, the message should be unmistakable: students are not merely the future of India but are citizens of India today, and their voices deserve to shape the policies that determine their tomorrow. Let their concerns be heard, let governments be held accountable, and let the politics of promises finally give way to the politics of performance. J&Ks youth are not asking for favours. They are asking for opportunity, equality, dignity and a fair chance to build their own future. That is not too much to ask from a democracy. It is the very least it owes them. (The Author is the Central Kashmir head of the Jammu and Kashmir Students' Association, a UPSC educator and a political analyst)
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