Ashoka seeks attempt-to-murder case over weapons sent to Chalavadi
Brawl on road: College students clash over cigarette
BJP, Congress functionaries clash over who gets credit for Bengaluru Metro
Suburban Rail: European signalling system for two lines to cost over Rs 1,000 crore
Karnataka School Examination and Assessment Board to prepare state-level I PU exam papers for 2027
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Serial killings in Bengaluru: Indushekhars brother had faced murder charges in 2018; died in prison
BJP to hold protest against price hikes in Bengaluru on Nov 11
ED not super cop, cant initiate PMLA proceedings through private complaints: Karnataka high court
Third suspect arrested in elderly womans murder case in Bengaluru
Bengaluru Serial Murder Case: Two More Bodies Found Near Chamundi Hill
The bodies, which had been stuffed into gunny bags and dumped in the forest: Reports
Shivabagh residents flag damaged road, demand repairs
Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Nov 8 (IANS) In a major push to improve Bengalurus infrastructure, ease traffic congestion, and resolve long-pending housing and residential site issues, Chief Minister DK Shivakumar is scheduled to hold a comprehensive review meeting with senior officials of the Bangalore Development Authority (BDA) tomorrow. The meeting is expected to focus on progress on major infrastructure and urban development projects, land acquisition, financial requirements, administrative hurdles, and the timely completion of ongoing works. The Chief Minister is also likely to announce new initiatives to transform Bengalurus urban landscape and address citizens long-standing concerns. One key issue expected to feature prominently in the review is the regularisation of houses under Rule 38(D). The government has already issued a notification allowing the regularisation of houses constructed more than 12 years ago, before July 10, 2008, on lands acquired by the BDA. In a significant relief to eligible homeowners, the regularisation charges based on guidance value have reportedly been reduced by 50 per cent. Under the revised rates, charges for sites measuring up to 20x30 have been reduced from 10 per cent to 5 per cent. For sites above 20x30 and up to 30x40, the charges have come down from 25 per cent to 12.5 per cent. Similarly, rates for 30x40 to 40x60 sites have been reduced from 40 per cent to 20 per cent, while those for 40x60 to 50x80 sites have been cut from 50 per cent to 25 per cent. With the penalty notification also in force, the government is expected to introduce a fully computerised application system to make the regularisation process simpler, faster, and more transparent. Following tomorrows review, the Chief Minister is likely to address the media at a press conference, where important decisions, policy measures and new BDA projects are expected to be announced. The meeting is being viewed as an important step towards planned urban growth and improving the quality of life for Bengaluru residents.
Kumaraswamy accuses officials of corruption, cites WhatsApp chats
Bengaluru: Union Minister HD Kumaraswamy has accused officials in Hassan district and Minister Shivalingegowda of involvement in alleged bribery, presenting excerpts from purported WhatsApp conversations of Deputy Commissioners personal assistant Shashikiran. The Union Minister claimed that the messages exposed demands for money in connection with the clearance of three files relating to stone crushers. Reading 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 .
Salary dues: Anganwadi workers warn of protest
MLA proposes four-lane NH on Mani-Puttur stretch
A devotee dies while climbing up Deviramma Betta in Chikkamagaluru
Lakshman, who worked for a private company in Bengaluru, came to visit a relative in Huvinahalli. He reportedly travelled overnight and decided to climb the hill early in the morning
A devotee dies while climbing up Deviramma Betta in Chikkamagaluru
Lakshman, who worked for a private company in Bengaluru, came to visit a relative in Huvinahalli. He reportedly travelled overnight and decided to climb the hill early in the morning
Business booms at Rosario Road Sunday Bazaar
Six wells turn black, flammable in Karnataka village; probe on
Sirci: Residents of Omkara Nagar in Dodnalli village of Sirsi taluk in Uttara Kannada district are facing an unusual and alarming water contamination problem, with water in around six wells reportedly turning black and catching fire when exposed to a flame. Villagers said an oily layer had formed on the surface of the well water, 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 .
Shivamogga student secures all-India first rank in NDA exam
Bengaluru: An 18-year-old engineering student from Karnataka has achieved a remarkable milestone by topping the National Defence Academy (NDA) entrance examination across the country. Shreya N Gowda, a native of Bhadravathi in Shivamogga district, secured the all-India first rank in the examination conducted by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC), succeeding in her maiden attempt. 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 .
Forum urges govt to reserve land for medical institutions
'Ramayana' BO collection: Ranbir Kapoor, Yash, Sai Pallavi starrer touches Rs 210 cr net
Ramayana: Part I continues to shine at the box office with stellar collections on its first Sunday, amassing Rs. 194.39 crore in just four days. The film saw attendance grow from 35.9% in the morning to 39% in the afternoon. Key cities like Bengaluru and Mumbai in Karnataka and Maharashtra are propelling its success, with total earnings expected to rise due to Diwali celebrations and evening engagements.
Karnataka, Uber discuss passenger safety, regulatory issues and urban transport
Karnataka Minister Priyank Kharge recently met with the Uber India Public Policy team to discuss urban mobility. The discussions emphasized passenger safety, regulatory issues, and improvements in urban commuting services. Kharge mentioned that further engagement with ride-hailing platforms will enhance public transportation. Additionally, initiatives like the Bengaluru Urban Mobility Mission are underway to address traffic management and safety.
InMobi said the arrangement was part of its commitment to the Bengaluru city, where it began its journey and subsequently expanded its global operations.
22, 24 carat Gold prices remain steady across metro cities on November 8
A major national controversy has erupted over E20 petrol in India following claims by the Karnataka government that several fuel pumps in the state are dispensing petrol with ethanol content as high as 31.2%, far exceeding the legally mandated 20% limit. The state government initiated random sample testing across multiple districtsincluding Bengaluru, Kolar, Chikkaballapur, Bengaluru [] The post E20 Fuel Controversy: Karnataka Investigation Claims Ethanol Blending Touches 31%, Oil Companies Strongly Refute appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
1,100 passengers vs 15,000 commuters: Bengaluru-Goa Vande Bharat may disrupt schedules of 13 trains
The proposed Bengaluru-Goa Vande Bharat Express could affect the schedules of 13 existing trains, inconveniencing nearly 15,000 regular passengers. The new service is expected to offer faster, more comfortable travel, but its priority through the ghat section may lead to delays and revised timings.
Bengaluru: Investigators probing the murder of seven members of a family allegedly by Indushekhar have found that the accused pawned and sold jewellery taken from the bodies of his wife and mother-in-law to finance the transportation and disposal of the victims remains. According to police sources, the accused removed bloodstained ornaments from the bodies, washed Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
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A Bengaluru-Lucknow IndiGo flight was forced to return to the Kempegowda International Airport after a handwritten note threatening a hijacking was found inside the aircraft's toilet. The flight, 6E451, which took off from Bengaluru at 5:50 pm with 178 passengers on board, was mid-air when a passenger spotted the note in the toilet.
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J&K moves to build GCC ecosystem, constitutes apex committee to attract investors
Srinagar, Nov 7:Jammu and Kashmirs ambition to emerge as a destination for Global Capability Centres (GCCs) has entered a new phase with the Government constituting a high-level apex committee to attract investments, identify prospective companies and prepare a time-bound action plan for developing the sector. The move follows the two-day J&K GCC Summit held at the Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Jammu on October 9 and 10, which brought together policymakers, industry representatives, technology experts and academic institutions to explore the regions potential in the rapidly expanding global services industry. The General Administration Department, through Government Order No. 1683-JK(GAD) of 2026 dated October 28, constituted the apex committee under the chairmanship of NIIT Chairman Rajendra Singh Pawar. The committee includes the Administrative Secretaries of the Information Technology and Labour and Employment departments, Directors of IIM Jammu and IIT Jammu, a NASSCOM representative and the Chief Executive Officer of the Centre for Innovation and Transformation in Governance (CITaG), who will function as its secretary. The committee has been mandated to identify prospective companies, GCC operators and technology firms and facilitate engagement with them to explore opportunities for establishing centres in J&K. Significantly, its responsibilities extend beyond investment promotion. It will prepare and oversee a time-bound action plan specifying priority interventions, expected outcomes, institutional responsibilities and measurable targets. It will also examine policy, regulatory and infrastructure requirements and recommend measures to address bottlenecks affecting the establishment and expansion of GCCs. The constitution of the committee provides an institutional mechanism for pursuing the GCC agenda. However, the larger challenge will be translating the initiative into actual investment, operational centres and sustainable employment. From summit discussions to an implementation roadmap The IIM Jammu summit brought the issue of GCC development into a structured government-industry discussion, with six major themes covering the global GCC landscape, policy enablement, talent and workforce development, technology and innovation, investment and growth, and a roadmap for Jammu and Kashmir. The discussions placed particular emphasis on the need for closer coordination between government, industry and educational institutions. While the Government has identified several sectors for GCC development, including artificial intelligence, data analytics, cybersecurity, software and product engineering, financial and business services, and research and development, the availability of reliable infrastructure will remain critical. Global Capability Centres increasingly undertake complex functions for multinational companies, including technology development, financial operations, analytics, cybersecurity and research. Their requirements extend well beyond conventional office accommodation. Reliable power supply, high-speed connectivity, data security, business continuity arrangements, transport facilities and suitable office infrastructure are essential for companies operating across international time zones. A September 2026 report by Moneycontrol, citing research by 3AI QuantX, highlighted infrastructure and specialised talent shortages as two major obstacles to the expansion of GCCs into Tier-II cities. The report estimated a 20-25 percent gap in advanced artificial intelligence and data roles, with shortages in specialised areas such as MLOps, LLMOps and agentic AI. It also pointed to the importance of housing, commuting and social infrastructure in attracting and retaining skilled employees. These challenges are relevant to J&K, where the development of a GCC ecosystem will require more than financial incentives. The availability of plug-and-play office space is another immediate concern. As highlighted in the earlier assessment of J&Ks IT infrastructure, the proposed IT park in the Kashmir division has not yet reached the stage where companies can access ready-to-use commercial office space. For an investor evaluating multiple locations, the ability to commence operations within a predictable timeframe can be as important as the cost of setting up a centre. Universities and industry must work together The Governments apex committee has also been tasked with coordinating with academic institutions, NASSCOM and other stakeholders to align educational programmes and skill-development initiatives with industry requirements. This is particularly important because the nature of GCC employment is changing. Companies are increasingly moving towards artificial intelligence, cloud computing, data engineering, cybersecurity and product development rather than limiting their Indian operations to routine back-office functions. The summit also witnessed the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding between IIM Jammu and KPMG Advisory Services Private Limited to strengthen industry-academia engagement through academic programmes, executive education, research, consultancy and skill development. Such collaborations could help bridge the gap between academic qualifications and the competencies required by multinational companies. However, their effectiveness will depend on whether training programmes are designed around actual industry requirements, accompanied by internships, practical exposure and employment pathways. Indias GCC industry has expanded into a major employment and services segment. The Nasscom-Zinnov FY26 landscape estimates cited in the first part of this series put the countrys GCC count at 2,117, with a workforce of 2.36 million and annual revenue of $98.4 billion. Although the established metropolitan centres continue to dominate the sector, the growing interest in Tier-II locations provides an opportunity for regions such as Jammu and Kashmir to attract a share of future expansion. For J&K, the immediate priority should be to convert the newly constituted committees mandate into measurable deliverables: identifying potential investors, assessing infrastructure requirements, establishing industry-linked training programmes and creating a predictable approval mechanism. The region does not necessarily need to compete with Bengaluru or Hyderabad by replicating their entire technology ecosystems. It can instead build on specialised delivery capabilities, remote operations and partnerships with established GCC operators before moving towards larger independent centres. The apex committee now provides a formal platform to coordinate this effort. Its success, however, will ultimately be judged not by the number of meetings held or proposals discussed, but by the number of companies that establish operations, the quality of jobs created and the extent to which local talent becomes part of the global technology and services economy.
Duplicate IDs found, Karnataka CEO admits lapses in SIR
Hijack hoax forces flight back to Bengaluru
Bengaluru Serial Murder Case: Accused Took Boy On Trips While Allegedly Disposing Of Bodies
The boy reportedly told the police that he had gone there with his parents, but they never returned.
Greek-themed Salaam Souk to be held at Palace Grounds in Bengaluru on November 8
Two college students die as motorcycle rams flyover wall
The duo were travelling on a high-end motorcycle along the ChennaiBengaluru National Highway towards Vellore
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Karnataka minister UT Khader orders end to plain-paper prescriptions at government hospitals
On flight 6E451 from Bengaluru to Lucknow, a passenger spotted the handwritten threat note in the aircraft's toilet and alerted the crew.
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A Lucknow-bound Indigo flight made an emergency landing at Kempegowda International Airport (KIA) in Bengaluru on Saturday, November 7 after a handwritten note having Hijack threat found inside the lavatory minutes after take-off. Following the...
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'Plane will be hijacked': Note found in toilet triggers mid-air scare on IndiGo flight
Passengers aboard IndiGo flight 6E 451 from Bengaluru to Lucknow experienced panic after a hijack threat note was found. The note was discovered in the aircraft toilet around thirty minutes after take-off, prompting immediate action. Cabin crew alerted the pilot, who decided to return to the Kempegowda International Airport for security checks. Security agencies conducted a thorough search, declaring the threat a hoax after ninety minutes.
Full emergency at Bengaluru Airport over IndiGo flight hijack threat
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No complete closure of Ballari Road for 18 months for elevated corridor work: BDA
The clarification comes amid concerns over the traffic disruption expected during the construction period.
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HC quashes defamation case against DKS, Siddaramaiah
Mysuru Palace built with peoples tax money: Yathindra hits back at Pramoda Devi
VHP urges govt not to dilute anti-conversion law as repeal looms
Bengaluru-Goa Vande Bharat May Disrupt Schedules Of 13 Trains, Affect 15,000 Passengers
The proposed Yeshwantpur-Madgaon Vande Bharat Express could trigger timetable changes across 13 train services, potentially affecting nearly 15,000 regular passengers along the Western Ghats corridor.
Rajajingar murders: How did the accused transport bodies across locations without being intercepted?
Neither a patrolling vehicle nor a checkpoint intercepted or caught the accused Indushekhar even as he crossed State borders
Nigerian national held in Kerala after Gujarat Police follow WhatsApp trail in drug case
Digital Desk | Ahmedabad, Nov 7 (IANS) The Ahmedabad City Police have arrested a 36-year-old Nigerian national from Kerala for allegedly arranging a consignment of 1.85 kg of mephedrone seized in Ahmedabad in September, taking the investigation to the suspected main supplier in an interstate drug trafficking network. The accused, identified as Charles alias Frank Ofudile, was arrested from Kottiyam in Kollam district of Kerala following technical analysis and inputs from human intelligence. He is a native of Onitsha in Anambra State of Nigeria, and was reportedly residing near Banaswadi Fire Station in Bengaluru. The case dates back to September 17, when the Naroda police arrested a 24-year-old man, identified as Nikhilesh Krishnappa, near Chamunda Tyre shop close to Nana Chiloda Circle in Ahmedabad. The police recovered 1,850 grams of mephedrone, valued at Rs 55.5 lakh, and a mobile phone worth Rs 5,000 from his possession. The total value of the seized items was Rs 55.55 lakh. During the investigation, the police learnt that the consignment was intended for delivery in Bengaluru. Acting on information received through WhatsApp, a police team was sent to the city, where it kept surveillance on the suspected recipients. On September 19, the team arrested another accused, Vishal, 28, who had allegedly arrived to collect the drug consignment. He is originally from East Khasi Hills district in Meghalaya and was residing in Ramamurthy Nagar of Bengaluru. Further investigation revealed that the consignment had been ordered by a Nigerian national named Frank. The police traced his WhatsApp number and identified him as Charles alias Frank Ofudile. Naroda Police Station's surveillance sub-inspector V R Chaudhary examined the case records and conducted technical analysis, with the help of human intelligence, to trace and arrest the accused in Kerala. Police records also show that Ofudile was named in an earlier case registered at Nadakkavu Police Station in Kozhikode City, Kerala, under Sections 8(c), 22(c) and 29 of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act, 1985. The Ahmedabad case has been registered at Naroda police station under Sections 8(c), 22(c) and 29 of the NDPS Act.
Lucknow-bound IndiGo flight emergency returns to Bengaluru after hijack threat note found onboard
Flight 6E-451 had departed from Terminal 1 of KIA when cabin crew members found the note. The message reportedly read: This flight is going to hijack at 6.30, ignore and see the consequences.
Rajajinagar murders: Police retrieve two more bodies from Tamil Nadu; search on for four
Teams have been deployed to conduct search operations at Chamundi Hills and Shiradi Ghat as part of the next phase of the investigation to find the missing bodies
Cab Driver Accused Of Killing Seven Family Members
Bengaluru police have recovered the bodies of a cab driver's wife and mother-in-law from Tamil Nadu's Yercaud forest, bringing the total recovered bodies to three in a sensational serial murder case. The accused, Indusekar alias Sekar, is alleged to have murdered seven members of his wife's family, including a seven-year-old boy, over domestic disputes. Investigations are ongoing to recover more bodies and gather evidence, with police probing the role of sedatives and the accused's daughter.
Mutton Feast, Rolls Of Tape: How Bengaluru Cab Driver Killed Wife, 6 Relatives
The accused, Indushekhar, had been married to Sunitha for nearly two decades and lived with her in the city's Rajajinagar area. They had a strained relationship, and the accused was upset with her family because they sided with her.
Row erupts over elephant handler recruitment in Mysuru
Madikeri: A controversy has erupted over the Forest Departments recruitment of 26 kavadis (helper to the mahout) in the Mysuru Circle, following allegations that the selection process favoured candidates with political and official connections over experienced elephant handlers. The department held direct interviews in Mysuru on September 30 and October 1 and later announced a Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Car crashes into wall on under-construction expressway, 4 killed
Yadgir: Four young men were killed on the spot after their car rammed into a roadside wall on the under-construction Chennai-Surat Expressway near the Ibrahim DBL Camp in Shahapur taluk of Yadgir district late Friday night, November 6. The deceased have been identified as Gururaj Chavan, 35, Reddy Rathod, 33, Govind Chavan, 28, and Kumar 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 .
Forest officials ignoring medical waste dumping, say activists
Gundlupet: Allegations that hazardous medical waste from Keralam hospitals is being illegally dumped along National Highway 766 near Gundlupet have sparked anger among residents and activists, who fear the consequences for public health and the environment. The waste is reportedly being thrown near Bolu Gudda in the Bandipur forest area by goods vehicles returning from 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: Two killed after speeding vehicle hits motorcycle on Bommasandra flyover; driver flees
Lingaraju was working as a cab driver and residing in Hoskote, while Devarajamma was employed with a private company and staying at a paying guest accommodation in Electronics City.
Bengaluru family murders: Complete coverage
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The upcoming Bengaluru-Goa Vande Bharat Express could disrupt the schedules of 13 existing trains and affect nearly 15,000 passengers along the Western Ghats route. The new service will receive priority on the 55-km Sakleshpur-Subrahmanya Road stretch.
Bengalurus 58-km Blue Line, connecting Central Silk Board to the airport, is now expected to be fully operational soon. Ballari Road traffic restrictions near Hebbal are expected to continue for 18 months as work begins on a 1.7-km elevated corridor.
Patidar named Madhya Pradesh skipper for Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, no room for Tiwari
Digital Desk | Indore, Nov 7 (IANS) Rajat Patidar has been named as Madhya Pradeshs in the upcoming Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, starting on November 14. Madhya Pradesh have been drawn in Elite Group C of the competition and will play their first four matches in New Chandigarh and the remaining three games in Mohali. Patidar, who has captained Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) to IPL titles in 2025 and 2026, may not be available for the entire league phase of the competition. Patidar and left-arm fast bowling all-rounder Arshad Khan scheduled to link up with the India A team for the Mens Rising Stars Asia Cup, scheduled to be played in Doha, Qatar, from November 19 to 29. In the India A team, Patidar has been appointed as the deputy to skipper Tilak Varma. Apart from Patidar, who has played three Tests and an ODI for India, batters Akshat Raghuwanshi, Harsh Gawli and Aniket Verma will have to step up for Madhya Pradesh. There is still no place in the squad for seam-bowling all-rounder Madhav Tiwari, despite having featured for Delhi Capitals in IPL 2026 and Ujjain Falcons in the Madhya Pradesh League T20 Scindia Cup 2026. The squad features two wicketkeepers in Gawli and Apoorv Dwivedi, while India fast bowler Avesh Khan will spearhead a bowling unit that also includes Mangesh Yadav, left-arm spinner Kumar Kartikeya Singh, off-spinner Saransh Jain and left-arm wrist-spinner Shivang Kumar. Pacer Kuldeep Sen has not been picked due to him currently nursing an unspecified injury. Madhya Pradesh will open its campaign against Kerala in a day-night game at New Chandigarh on November 14. They will then take on Assam on November 16, Tripura in another day-night encounter on November 18, and Andhra on November 20. Madhya Pradesh is also scheduled to face Maharashtra on November 22, Himachal Pradesh on November 24 and Puducherry in their final group match on November 26. Should Patidar depart after the game against Assam, the Madhya Pradesh team management led by Chandrakant Pandit will need to name a stand-in captain for their remaining games. Madhya Pradesh squad: Ankush Singh, Akshat Raghuwanshi, Harsh Gawli (wk), Rajat Patidar (captain), Aniket Verma, Ritik Tada, Apoorv Dwivedi (wk), Saransh Jain, Kumar Kartikeya Singh, Shivam Shukla, Shivang Kumar, Avesh Khan, Tripuresh Singh, Rahul Batham, and Mangesh Yadav.
Bengaluru Serial Murder Case: Search Yields Two Bodies From Salem
Meanwhile, search continues for the remaining four victims allegedly killed by cab driver Indushekhar alias Shekhar
Fresh Setback For Hardik Pandya, Ruled Out Of Baroda's Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy Campaign
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Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Nov 7 (IANS) The investigation into the murder of seven members of a family is progressing, with police examining the possible involvement of the accused man's minor daughter and the circumstances under which she allegedly accompanied him while transporting the bodies, Karnataka Home Minister Priyank Kharge said on Saturday. Speaking to reporters in Bengaluru, Kharge said only one of the seven bodies had been recovered so far and that the police were not disclosing further details as the investigation was still underway. The accused has cited several reasons, including that his wife's family members did not speak to him properly. He has also made allegations against his wife. We are verifying all these claims, Kharge said. He said there appeared to be an age difference of around 13 to 14 years between the accused, Indushekar, and his wife Divya. Neighbours had reportedly stated that the couple frequently quarrelled and shouted at each other. The police were verifying these statements, he added. Regarding the minor daughter, the Home Minister said the police were investigating whether she had abetted the crimes. Preliminary information suggested that the accused had made his daughter believe in him and allegedly brainwashed her. It will take more time to establish all the facts, he said. Meanwhile, investigators learnt that the accused wrapped the bodies with adhesive tape around 10 times before disposing of them. He allegedly took his minor daughter along while transporting the bodies, believing that her presence would prevent people from suspecting their movements. The bodies were transported during the early hours of the morning. Police have also found that the accused allegedly removed gold ornaments from the bodies of the victims. Some of the jewellery was reportedly sold, some pledged and the remaining ornaments kept in his possession. During questioning, the accused reportedly told police that he had no remorse for his actions. The daughter is saying that she just followed the instructions of her father. The police are also investigating allegations that the accused misused his minor daughter to extort money from others by threatening them with cases under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act. According to the information gathered, a dispute over vehicle parking had earlier led to a quarrel involving Shekar and his daughter, who allegedly filed a false complaint. Police had reportedly reprimanded them. The accused's daughter allegedly used to record such altercations on her mobile phone whenever quarrels occurred. During questioning, she reportedly told police that she had acted according to her father's instructions. Meanwhile, police have seized the Toyota Etios car bearing registration number KA 02 AF 1488, which the accused allegedly used to transport the bodies. The vehicle had a 'Press' sticker pasted on it. Police reportedly recovered rose water from the car, which the accused allegedly used to prevent the foul smell of the decomposing bodies from spreading. The accused had also kept bedsheets and other materials inside the vehicle, which had allegedly been used to transport the bodies. The car reportedly had outstanding traffic violation fines amounting to Rs 14,900 for offences including riding without a seat belt, jumping traffic signals and illegal parking. Interestingly, no traffic violations were recorded against the vehicle between October 16 and October 31. According to the investigation details, the accused allegedly began the killings on October 16 by murdering Sunitha. On October 18, he allegedly killed his mother-in-law Roopavathi and transported their bodies on October 19. On October 24, he allegedly murdered his brother-in-law Shivakumar. The following morning, October 25, he allegedly killed his wife Divya and son Puneeth. He reportedly transported the bodies on October 27. On November 1, he allegedly murdered another brother-in-law, Shankar, and his wife Nalini. On November 2, he allegedly disposed of the bodies in areas surrounding Shiradi Ghat and Nandi Hills. The families subsequently lodged missing-person complaints with the police on November 3. Considering the seriousness of the case, the investigation has been transferred from Police Inspector Krishna to Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP) Prabhavathi, who has been appointed as the Investigating Officer. Additional Commissioner of Police, Vamshi Krishna, will supervise and monitor the investigation. Police are continuing their investigation into the sequence of murders, disposal of bodies, alleged financial motives and the possible role of the accused man's daughter.
Hardik Absent As Baroda Announce Krunal Pandya-led SMAT Squad
Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy: Hardik Pandya remained absent as Baroda announced their squad for the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, India's premier domestic T20 tournament. Hardik has been out of action due to a series of injuries ever since IPL 2026, and his absence now extends to the SMAT, which begins on November 14. Hardik's brother, Krunal Pandya, will be leading the 15-man Baroda side, which has the likes of other prominent players such as Jitesh Sharma, Deepak Hooda and Rasikh Salam. Hardik has been out of action due to a series of injuries ever since IPL 2026, and his absence now extends to the SMAT, which begins on November 14. Hardik's brother, Krunal Pandya, will be leading the 15-man Baroda side, which has the likes of other prominent players such as Jitesh Sharma, Deepak Hooda and Rasikh Salam. Hardik has spent a large amount of his time at the BCCI Centre of Excellence (CoE) in Bengaluru since suffering back spasms during the IPL. He last played on May 24 in the IPL, while his last match for India was during a T20I series against New Zealand at home right before the Indian cash-rich league. The all-rounder was recently named in India A's squad for the one-day series against Australia A in October, but was pulled out due to a fresh shin injury. Recently, India ODI and Test captain Shubman Gill spoke about Hardik's potential return to the national setup, stating that the all-rounder will be playing domestic cricket first. Whenever Hardik bhai comes back, No. 7-8 will also be taken care of. Happy with the batting group leading up to the ODI World Cup. He (Hardik) is a great all-rounder. Not many players in the world have his skill set. As a bowler, you can use him in the different facets of the game. He can bowl with the new ball and the old ball. We have had multiple conversations. He is unfortunate with his injuries. He hasn't played since the IPL. Hopefully, he will come back soon. He will play some domestic cricket. And hopefully we will get him back in the Indian team soon, Gill had said before the start of India's ongoing five-match ODI series against New Zealand. Speaking on the all-rounder, India head coach Gautam Gambhir called him and Jasprit Bumrah extremely important but wanted the players in the team in the build-up to the ODI World Cup 2027. Whether it's Hardik, whether it's Jasprit Bumrah, they are going to be extremely important for us in (southern) Africa, Gambhir said in an interview on JioHotstar. Very few teams have players (like Hardik) who can bowl ten overs and give you runs from No. 6 or No. 7, that too with such impact. So the focus for us - especially for Hardik, who needs game time as well; he hasn't played a lot of cricket since the IPL - if we talk about 50-over cricket, if we want to play him, he might be short of cricket. If he plays a little bit of T20 cricket and then gets to one-day cricket, because game time going into the World Cup is going to be extremely, extremely important. You can't go to the World Cup half-cooked. So you must have enough game time and your rhythm should be good enough, because there are no ifs and buts when it comes to a World Cup. There are no chances to make mistakes. The SMAT final will take place on December 6, and the India-Sri Lanka ODI series begins on December 13. The T20Is will start on December 22, and it remains to be seen whether Hardik will be available for that assignment. Baroda squad for SMAT: Krunal Pandya (C), Atit Sheth (VC), Deepak Hooda, Shivalik Sharma, Shashwat Rawat, Amit Passi (WK), Jitesh Sharma (WK), Bhanu Pania, Mahesh Pithiya, Parikshit Patidar, Hemant Punde, Raj Limbani, Rasik Dar, Dhruv B. Patel, Safvan Patel Baroda squad for SMAT: Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
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