BJP is in Oppn as per mandate; but Cong leaders are rebelling against CM Shivakumar: Vijayendra
Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Oct 20 (IANS) Karnataka BJP President and MLA B.Y. Vijayendra on Tuesday alleged that Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar's position was under threat due to rebellion within the ruling Congress and accused him of repeatedly blaming the Centre out of desperation. Reacting to Shivakumar's statement that the BJP was not cooperating with the state government's efforts to convene an all-party meeting on the sugarcane farmers' issue, Vijayendra said the Chief Minister's chair was shaking amid growing dissent within the Congress party. You have been observing the developments surrounding the sting operation. Congress leaders are rebelling against CM Shivakumar. In this background, he is repeatedly complaining against the Centre out of desperation, he alleged. Vijayendra said the BJP would discuss the proposal to join the all-party delegation to Delhi with the Leaders of Opposition and senior party leaders before taking a decision. We will sit with the Leaders of Opposition and senior leaders and discuss whether to join the ruling party's delegation to Delhi over the sugarcane farmers' issue, he said. Clarifying the BJP's stand, Vijayendra said the party would continue in the Opposition for the remaining one-and-a-half years of the government's tenure, and has no intention of destabilising the Congress government. The BJP is in the Opposition as per the mandate of the people. We will remain in the Opposition for another one-and-a-half years. There is no need for us to destabilise or bring down the Congress government. Senior leaders within the ruling party are preparing to rebel against CM Shivakumar. What I am saying is the truth, he claimed. Expressing concern over the plight of farmers, Vijayendra said agricultural communities across Karnataka and the country were facing severe distress and appealed to the Almighty to come to their rescue. Since the Congress came to power in Karnataka, farmers have been in deep trouble. The financial situation of the state is deteriorating, and people are fed up with the Congress government, he alleged. Pointing to the condition of roads in and around Bengaluru, he said public dissatisfaction with the government was growing. He also accused the state government of failing to deliver on development, drought management and welfare measures. Even after three-and-a-half years, development has not taken off. Today, persons with disabilities are on the streets demanding their pensions. The government has forgotten its priorities and is unable to think and act, he alleged. Vijayendra further accused the state government of merely writing letters to the Centre, blaming the Union government and then remaining inactive instead of addressing people's problems. He also criticised the Congress government for raising the issue of delimitation and alleged that it was creating unnecessary confusion among the people while the Centre was examining the matter. On drought management, he charged that the state government had failed to provide adequate relief to affected people. Turning to the sugarcane farmers' agitation, Vijayendra credited the Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led NDA government with introducing measures to support sugarcane growers and the sugar industry. He said the Centre had introduced the minimum support price (MSP), created opportunities for ethanol manufacturing and brought in policies to facilitate value addition in the sugar industry. He also pointed to financial assistance extended to the sector, claiming that these measures had been taken by the NDA government. Vijayendra said the present agitation by sugarcane growers was primarily over alleged irregularities in the weighing of their produce at sugar factories and injustice in the assessment of sugar recovery rates. He said Union Minister Pralhad Joshi had held a meeting with Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan and that a committee had been constituted to examine the issue. The committee's team was visiting Karnataka, he added. The Centre is examining possible solutions because the issue is not confined to Karnataka alone. The interests of farmers across the country and the international market must also be taken into consideration, he said.
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Ravan Dahan Near Me: Ravan Dahan 2026 will take place on Dussehra, October 20, across much of India. Reported timings include 5:48 pm onwards in Delhi, 6:12 pm in Mumbai, 6:30 pm in Pune, 5:21 pm in Hyderabad and 5:58 pm in Bengaluru. Actual timings may vary by venue.
Bengalurus luxury label Advaya reworks paisley for the modern heirloom
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Bengaluru imposes liquor sale restrictions from October 21
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Bird Strike Forces Air India Express Flight to Land Safely in Bengaluru
An Air India Express flight experienced a bird strike en route to Bengaluru, but all 148 passengers landed safely without injuries. Bird Strike Forces Air India Express Flight to Land Safely in Bengaluru
Air India Express flight suffers bird strike; passengers landed safely in Bengaluru
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 20 (IANS) An Air India Express flight from Visakhapatnam to Bengaluru has suffered a bird strike but landed safely at Kempegowda International Airport and all 148 passengers on board were unharmed. Flight IX2065 completed its journey despite the incident and was moved to a parking stand after landing on Monday. Following standard safety procedures, ground engineers and technical teams began inspecting the aircraft to assess any possible damage to its structure or engines. However, no injuries were reported among passengers or crew. The incident comes days after an Air India flight from Frankfurt to Delhi made an emergency landing in Jaipur earlier in October after reportedly transmitting Squawk 7500 -- the international code used to indicate a hijacking. The alert was received by Ahmedabad Air Traffic Control (ATC), following which the aircraft landed safely in Jaipur. Further details about the circumstances that triggered the alert were not immediately available. Apart from that, Indian carriers have suspended flights to several destinations in Saudi Arabia till October 20, citing the evolving security situation in the region. According to travel advisories, services to key Saudi cities -- including Riyadh, Jeddah and Dammam -- will remain suspended, with some carriers also cancelling flights to Madinah. In view of the evolving situation in Saudi Arabia, all Air India flights to and from Riyadh, Dammam and Jeddah stand cancelled until October 20, Air India said, adding that affected passengers are being offered a full refund. Air India Express also said it has extended suspension of flights to and from Dammam, Jeddah and Riyadh until October 20. IndiGo on Thursday announced cancellation of flights to and from Riyadh, Jeddah, Dammam and Madinah until October 24. Akasa Air said it has extended suspension of flights to and from Riyadh until October 24 and Jeddah until October 21. Airlines said passenger and crew safety remained their top priority and they would continue to monitor the situation.
Ravi Kumar, a fan from Lucknow, started his journey walking 1,400 kilometers to Mumbai. After reaching Mumbai, he discovered that Hardik Pandya was in Bengaluru, prompting him to walk another 990 kilometers. Upon meeting Hardik, his experience was enhanced by the cricketer's kindness and travel arrangements for his return. Videos of their meeting went viral on social media, highlighting the heartwarming interaction.
Bengaluru-Bound Air India Express Flight Hit By Bird, Lands Safely
The plane completed its journey despite the incident and was moved to a parking stand after landing.
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Statements, overtures & conduct of the 'regime-change gang' expose their own intent
FRAGRANCE OF IDEAS With the onset of the month of October 2026, there was once again a campaign of street protests, unauthorised gatherings disrupting the normal routine of life and social media-based noise trying to hoodwink the opinion of the general masses seen in a few cities and towns of the country. Their main focus was on the capital of the country -New Delhi. Some other cities like Mumbai, Bengaluru, Kolkata, Hyderabad and Chennai were also affected marginally. The main issue this time was the so-called resignation of the Chief Election Commissioner, Gaynesh Kumar, for his organisation's nationwide work on Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls (SIR). The primary organisers this time were parties and forums like Congress, AAP and CJP. Having failed to achieve anything tangible in political terms after the resignation of Dharmendra Pradhan, the then Minister for HRD, in July 2026, all such elements made it sure that more and more chaos, confusion and an environment of political abuse and hatred against the people in power at the Centre and the institutions established by the Constitution and law are made as the new rules of the game. They do so to create a perpetual atmosphere of violence, law and order and anarchy throughout the length and breadth of the country, irrespective of its negative impact on the economic growth, peace, progress and the status of the country among the comity of nations. And they do it brazenly in the name of 'saving the constitution'. Earlier in the month of June and July this year, their main agenda was the paper-leak, NEET examination reforms and the resignation of the HRD Minister. The way the organisers, and mainly the newly formed Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) was provided 'accommodation' by the government in regard to the holding of their protest and other allied activities surely gave the organisers a claim of victory. The 20th July unauthorised rally at and outside the Jantar-Mantar, followed by violence and arson in Delhi, brought several facts to light and gave a real and befitting introduction of the organisers -CJP to the public at large. Their real faces were unmasked consequent upon the unfortunate events of 20th July, which in a way dashed their moral standing in the eyes of the countrymen. The CJP, after the resignation of Dharmendra Pradhan, began a campaign of 'school reforms' and started making their trips to various government schools without any proper permission from the authorities. However, they chose to keep their campaign limited to the BJP-NDA-ruled states and didn't venture to go beyond that. Opposition-ruled states were exempted from such atrocious campaigns, which angered the people concerned. Thus, they received a lukewarm response to their campaign, and at several places, the people started to oppose their entry into their villages and surroundings. They received tough opposition even in public parks and grounds in sub-urban areas at several places. It was in the month of September, 2026 that the CJP announced to go for one more protest demonstration on 10 October, 2026 at Jantar-Mantar, New Delhi to press for the resignation of the CEC, Gyanesh Kumar. Now, they converted their movement into a full-fledged politically oriented agitation. Armed and alarmed both by their announcement, the Congress party, which believed that the resignation of the CEC was their exclusive agenda supported by a few other parties, counter-announced their own plan to organise their protests on the same issue. The Congress held its nationwide protests, with a focus in Delhi, to march towards the CEC's office on 25th September 2026 to exert pressure for the resignation of the CEC on their invented flimsy grounds. The Congress agitators faced police barricades at the BJP headquarters and the Nirvachan Sadan in Delhi. In order to build a false narrative on the issue, some other protests by opposition groups and individuals were also organised on 3 and 6 October, 2026, in which the police detained some demonstrators for protesting without permission at Jantar-Mantar. On 6 October, senior leaders of the opposition INDI alliance, including Rahul Gandhi, Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, and Akhilesh Yadav, staged a march to the Election Commission office and were blocked by police barricades near the Election Commission headquarters. The leaders, without any permission, instead gate-crashed the adjacent Akashwani Bhavan premises and again staged a two-hour sit-in protest there. Several leaders were detained and released later. The government and the administration this time took extra and exclusive measures unlike July 20, 2026 and didn't grant any permission for any sort of assembly at Jantar-Mantar. All precautions were made to maintain public order. Authorities enforced a massive security lockdown in central Delhi to foil any rally planned by the CJP. The CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke and other senior organisers of CJP were detained immediately upon landing at the Delhi airport. The other passengers in the flight also rebuked the CJP leaders for their conduct. On the other hand, the police sealed off Jantar Mantar, closed 45 metro stations, cancelled incoming trains, and detained over 2,000 people to prevent any unauthorised assembly in the capital. Though there were some provocations that could escalate the situation and create violence, arson and law-and-order situations bigger than on 20 July, 2026, but the police administration remained alert and vigilant to foil all such designs. This time, only a few hundreds of people gathered on the roads surrounding Jantar-Mantar who were not allowed to enter the debarred venue. Criminals and history-sheeters were also not allowed to enter the crowd of protesters. Then people opposed to such protests and agitations also joined the crowd and raised slogans in favour of the police and the government headed by PM Narendra Modi. The regular media and the social media was also seen divided this time, putting before their respective viewpoints while covering the protests. In nutshell, the protests failed and couldn't achieve anything tangible to show. The top three detained CJP leaders were released by the magistrate only on the production of a peace-bond with the condition that they wouldnt do anything to disturb peace and tranquillity for one year, in addition to surety. In the meantime, the statements, overtures and conduct of the leaders and the prominent activists of all these protests further clarified the intent and the ultimate motives of the organisers of all these protests. While some leaders on the front said that they stand inspired by the Bangladesh events of regime change there and would be thankful to them for showing them the way, others attacked all constitutional institutions and authorities and also talked in terms of revolution, including a bloodbath. People in general ignored the appeals and repeated requests by the organisers from Congress, AAP and CJP to reach Delhi in lakhs to join their planned activities against the CEC and the government. On 12 October 2026, Rahul Gandhi and other leaders of Congress, along with a few thousand of their activists, defied the prohibitory orders and marched towards the Supreme Court of India and tried to make the Apex Court a party to their political agitation. The Supreme Court of India last year upheld the decision of the EC to conduct SIR at the national level and also said they have the constitutional sanction to do their duties. On the issue of fresh requests from the opposition for an intervention, the CJI declined a direct meeting with the political delegation, and instead the court asked them to file their appeal with the Court for hearing. This brazen attempt to involve the Apex Court in such a political event was done for the first time in such a manner. The government on the recommendations of the committee set up earlier to the effect cancelled Jantar-Mantar for any future protests and notified three other venues for any sort of protests including the Ramlila Maidan. It was welcomed by most people as it wouldn't cause inconvenience to the general public in future. On 16 October, 2026, the CJP attempted another march at Connaught Place, New Delhi. The government took the attempt very seriously in view of the importance of Connaught Place being the centre of activity, particularly during the festive season. Security personnel locked down Central Park and enforced Section 163 of the BNSS. CJP leaders Abhijeet Dipke and Neha Bora were taken into preventive custody prior to the event, leading to scattered flop protests and standoffs between the activists and counter-protesters who opposed any such programme in the vicinity. Dipke once again submitted another bond before the magistrate to desist from any activity for one year causing damage to peace and public order. His two other colleagues were put in the police remand for five days for breaking prohibitory orders at Jantar-Mantar by the Special Executive Magistrate. The Congress as a follow-up has asked for permission for a protest rally at Ramlila Maidan from October 25 to November 3, 2026 which the administration in Delhi has granted to them. Some other Andolan-Jeevis have also announced their march scheduled for October 23, 2026. A Sanyukt Kisan Morcha organised Delhi Chalo march is also on cards the same day. For the last 10 years, all these parties, forums and individuals who have been losing the elections consistently and continuously are having only one target in mind. That is to topple a duly elected government at the centre headed by Modi. Their frustration has led them to a situation to speak lies about the SIR conducted by the EC and have further lost their space in the minds of the people. Fake earlier narratives like 'Chowkidar chor hai', 'vote-chori', 'EVM frauds', 'vote chor-gaddi chod' etc have already drawn flak and public has not been convinced with these slogans at all excepting the usual activists of the respective parties. Rahul Gandhi's campaigns, slogans, marches, unauthorised gate-crashings and other such irresponsible behavior in public have also been a cause of bringing further disrepute to the opposition and particularly the Congress. Entry and involvement of foreign elements and funds in such protests and demonstrations against the PM, HM, CEC and the government are an open secret. Rahul Gandhi's pronouncements on different podiums that the real targets are the PM and the HM, and CEC is only a beginning are also stunning. Those who are advocating their cause have also been advocating regime change on the pattern of situations in Sri Lanka, Maldives, Bangladesh, Nepal and other places where democratically elected governments were thrown through anarchy, violent unrest and foreign intervention. The government and the administration in India seem to have learnt lessons about these anarchists who are hell-bent on trampling the peace and progress of the country. What they are unable to achieve through a democratic process and constitutional means, they want to do it with unfair and unconstitutional ways on the streets and don't feel shy about the way their intent and conduct are causing damage to the country. People have seen through their motives and have also generally kept themselves aloof from such activities and useless agitations. It is time for the Congress, AAP and the INDI-alliance, and also the CJP, to introspect and have a deep evaluation of their flop shows throughout, along with the growing public anger against them. (The author is a senior BJP & KP leader, Human Rights Defender and a columnist and can be reached at: ashwanikc2012@gmail.com )
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Royal Challengers Bengaluru: England batter Sophia Dunkley and Australia captain Sophie Molineux have registered themselves at the highest base price of Rs 50 lakh for the player auction for the Women's Premier League (WPL) 2027 to be held in Kochi on October 28. Indian wicketkeeper-batter G. Kamalini, who was released by two-time winners Mumbai Indians, and batter Kiran Navgire, let go by the UP Warriorz, along with Australian duo Heather Graham and Jess Jonassen, are in the next bracket with a base price of Rs 40 lakh. Another 30 players have registered at a base price of Rs 30 lakh. In all, 146 players will go under the hammer for 27 available slots at the auction, which will begin at 5:30 pm at the Grand Hyatt hotel. The pool includes 119 Indians - 22 of them capped and 97 uncapped - competing for 20 slots. The overseas contingent comprises 27 players -- 14 capped and 13 uncapped, vying for the remaining seven spots. Six players from Associate nations are also on the list. UP Warriorz will head into the auction with the biggest purse of Rs 3.65 crore and have seven slots to fill, including two for overseas players. MI also have seven vacancies, one of them for an overseas player, but have the smallest purse of Rs 1 crore. Defending champions and two-time winners Royal Challengers Bengaluru have Rs 1.15 crore to fill five slots, including two overseas spots, while four-time runners-up Delhi Capitals have Rs 1.1 crore for five slots, one of which is for an overseas player. Gujarat Giants have the fewest slots to fill, with Rs 1.25 crore available for three players, including one for an overseas cricketer. Australia have the largest overseas presence in the auction pool, with Grace Harris, Tayla Vlaeminck, Tess Flintoff, Charli Knott, Samantha Bates, Maitlan Brown, Maddie Penna and Milly Illingworth registering alongside Sophie, Heather and Jess, who have been a part of the WPL previously. Sri Lanka captain Chamari Athapaththu and young pacer Mithali Ayodya are also in the pool, along with South Africa's quartet of Nonkululeko Mlaba, Annerie Dercksen, Kayla Reyneke and Chloe Tryon, and Ireland's seam-bowling all-rounder Orla Prendergast. Scotland lead the Associate contingent, with sisters Sarah and Kathryn Bryce, who have played in the WPL previously, as well as Darcey Carter and Kirstie Gordon in the fray. Babette de Leede and Esha Oza, captains of the Netherlands and UAE respectively, complete the list. Sri Lanka captain Chamari Athapaththu and young pacer Mithali Ayodya are also in the pool, along with South Africa's quartet of Nonkululeko Mlaba, Annerie Dercksen, Kayla Reyneke and Chloe Tryon, and Ireland's seam-bowling all-rounder Orla Prendergast. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
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Royal Challengers Bengaluru: Former Indian left-arm spinner Murali Kartik on Monday welcomed Bhuvneshwar Kumar's recall to the national T20I side, saying age should never be a barrier to selection as long as a player is good enough and not a liability on the field. Bhuvneshwar initially earned a recall for Indias five-match T20I series in New Zealand starting on October 22. But he was then drafted into the rained-out fifth T20I against the West Indies in Bengaluru first as a cover for Arshdeep Singh, before replacing Mayank Yadav in the playing eleven. Bhuvneshwar had played a key role in the Royal Challengers Bengaluru achieving consecutive IPL wins in 2025 and 2026. 100 percent. I am so happy that he has made his comeback. I have never been a huge believer (in age being a criterion for selection). If somebody is good, he should be picked. Somebody is 40, and he is good; as long as he can move and he is not a liability on the field, he should be picked. I have got no issues with that. I have never had. I have always maintained this belief in my life, Kartik told reporters in a select virtual interaction facilitated by Sony Sports Network on Monday. Someone like Bhuvneshwar Kumar, he has showcased it throughout his life. He has been a quiet and exceptional performer. He is not somebody who is beating his chest and saying, ' Notice me'. He has never done that. Even this year too, in that cauldron called IPL, which is a tough gig for any bowler, he literally was simply the best or, in fact, one of the best in all conditions across all phases. I suppose there is a huge case for him, and there was a national clamour, so to speak, that Bhuvneshwar should be picked primarily based on those performances. So, I am very happy that he is back and so should be for anyone else, he added. Kartik, however, cautioned that the comeback would put Bhuvneshwar under intense scrutiny, and that the outcome could shape how selectors view older players for future assignments. I don't know if you want to use the word litmus. But anyone who is on this side of 30 and making a comeback, it is not going to be easy. The spotlight is always going to be on you. If you do well, people will say, he has continued his form. If he doesn't do well, then people are going to say, we always knew he was on this side. All those things are part of it. From a Bhuvneshwar Kumar point of view, I don't think he is going to be looking at it that way. It is a new lease of life. Anybody who comes to play this game wants to play it for the right reason, and that is to play for the country at any stage at any age. So I am pretty sure that Bhuvneshwar Kumar is taking it that way. But yes, the pressure is on him because if he doesn't do well, if it doesn't go well for him, then obviously, it is like how you are looked at. Say, imagine a 36- or 37-year-old does well. If there is a reason to bring another 36- or 37-year-old at some other stage, people might use this as an example and say, look, he did well, so he can also do well. But if somebody doesn't do well, then there are always going to be doubts about bringing that guy as well. So I hope it goes well for Bhuvneshwar Kumar. But it is definitely going to be a stern test. I don't know whether it is a litmus test, he elaborated. On wrist spinner Varun Chakaravarthy's return, after a side strain led to him being ruled out after the first T20I against Afghanistan in New Delhi last month, Kartik said fitness would be the key. You just hope that Varun Chakaravarthy stays fit because he is also on the other side of 30 and he is not known for his exceptional fitness. So, he is basically a one-dimensional cricketer who has done exceedingly well with what he has got. That is exactly what Varun Chakravarthy is. That is an argument which you can use for other people as well. Someone like Kuldeep Yadav. How is it that Varun Chakaravarthy is solely a bowler? He is not a gazelle on the field, nor is he a Shai Hope with the bat. So, he is seen as a superb bowler because he has won. How is it that the same yardsticks are not used for someone else? So, I hope that really all goes well for India, he said. He also expected spinners to play a big role in the T20Is in New Zealand despite the small grounds. If he is fit, as I said again, in New Zealand, the grounds are small. But not so small that the spinners cannot operate. Most importantly, in T20 cricket, we have seen that it is the spinners who have got the better economy. So, spinners have a huge role. Also, most importantly, the format always demands that you are always thinking on your feet. You are light on your feet. You are thinking as the ball or game evolves. So, I suppose spinners have a huge role. So will the pacers. Again, you will not necessarily get good wickets during the T20s. You don't want extremely seaming wickets during the T20 games. It will be interesting to see how our spinners go because you have got some good ones. Kartik also backed all-rounder Naman Dhir, who smashed an unbeaten 24 off six balls in the abandoned series decider against the West Indies in Bengaluru, to make a strong case for himself, especially after his handy off-spin fetched him five scalps. When you look at what he has done, I think he is a good cricketer to have. He is a very handy three-dimensional cricketer to have. He might not give you four overs every time in a T20, but he will give you handy overs. As we have seen, he has picked up wickets and, more importantly, he has shown some heart, and that is the most important thing, especially in the T20 format, he said. Even when you get hit, he has shown some heart, and he is a quality hitter, down the order. I think he can finish and win games for you. I am pretty sure, at the end of the day, as and when you are presented opportunities, if you take them with both hands, you make an extremely strong case for yourself not to be dropped, he added. On teenage opener Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, who has had to wait for his chance to play, Kartik said the youngster's time would come. Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is a precocious talent. For him, he is just waiting in the wings because of two openers out there and a number three who has done exceptionally well and can also double up as an opener if need be. You have got the top two batters in T20Is right now going around, and you have got a right-left combination. So, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi will get his chance because he is an exciting talent. He has a wonderful future ahead. So, it's just a question of biding your time sometimes. On teenage opener Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, who has had to wait for his chance to play, Kartik said the youngster's time would come. Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is a precocious talent. For him, he is just waiting in the wings because of two openers out there and a number three who has done exceptionally well and can also double up as an opener if need be. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
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Bengaluru: Three persons have been arrested after the Central Crime Branch (CCB) and Upparpet police seized counterfeit cigarettes worth Rs 30 lakh during separate raids in Bengaluru. The operations were carried out following information supplied by Anvesh IPR, representing ITC, about the alleged movement and distribution of fake cigarettes. In the first case, CCB 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 .
Man barges into homemakers house, threatens with machete over property dispute in Bengaluru
Team India Departs For New Zealand Tour From Bengaluru
Team India departed from Bengaluru for the New Zealand tour, scheduled from October 22 to December 1, 2026. The tour features five T20Is, five ODIs and two Test matches.
CCTV Shows Woman Allegedly Stealing Wallet From Customer's Bag At Bengaluru Starbucks, Police React
The CCTV footage showed the woman approaching the man's bag, reaching inside and taking out his wallet before walking away.
Bengaluru Shocker! Advocate Shot Dead By Tenants Over Unapid Rent
The preliminary investigation found that an altercation had taken place between the lawyer and his two tenants nearly an hour before the incident over unpaid rent.
Poland PM Donald Tusk to visit India from Oct 21 to 23, hold talks with PM Modi
New Delhi, Oct 19: Poland Prime Minister Donald Tusk will visit India from October 21 to 23 at the invitation of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, with the two leaders set to review bilateral ties and discuss regional and global issues of mutual interest, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said on Monday. Tusk shall be accompanied by Andrzej Domanski, Minister of Finance & Economy and a large business delegation. This would be PM Tusks second visit to India in his capacity as the Prime Minister of Poland, the first being during his earlier tenure in 2010. Prime Minister Tusk has also visited New Delhi in 2017 for the India-EU Summit in his capacity as President of the European Council. The MEA said that Tusk will hold bilateral talks with Prime Minister Modi on October 22, 2026 during which both leaders shall review the entire spectrum of bilateral relations, which was elevated to a Strategic Partnership during the visit of PM Modi to Poland in August 2024. They will also exchange views on regional and global issues of mutual interest. PM Donald Tusk will also travel to Bengaluru, where he will engage with various business stakeholders including from the IT and space sectors. An India-Poland Business Forum shall be held on October 22 in New Delhi and October 23 in Bengaluru. The visit will provide the opportunity to further strengthen the India-Poland Strategic Partnership and advance cooperation in areas of mutual interest, including trade and investment, defence, emerging technologies, renewable energy, education, culture and people-to-people ties. It would also serve to deepen the India-EU strategic partnership, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said.
Karnataka SIR: 37 voters declare themselves dead
Bengaluru: Karnatakas Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls has revealed a series of unusual entries, including 37 applications where voters reportedly sought deletion of their own names by claiming they were dead. Another 334 cases involved pairs of voters who submitted forms declaring each other deceased, according to an analysis of Election Commission records 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 .
Powar Added To Senior Mens Selection Committee, Ojha Becomes Chief Selector
BCCI Secretary Devajit Saika: Former India off-spinner Ramesh Powar has been added to the senior men's selection committee, with ex-left arm spinner Pragyan Ojha taking over as chief selector. The BCCI said on Monday that Ojha has been elevated to the chairman of the selection panel on the basis of seniority, having played the most Tests among the five members of the panel (24). The selection committee now comprises Ojha, Powar, Shiv Sundar Das, RP Singh, and Ajay Ratra. Powar's name was unanimously recommended by the Cricket Advisory Committee (CAC), comprising Ashok Malhotra and Jatin Paranjape, which screened and interviewed the applicants at the BCCI headquarters last week. IANS understands that Powar was also interviewed for being a member of the junior selection committee. Powar, 48, played two Tests and 31 ODIs for India from 2004 to 2007 and brings vast experience to the role. He edged competition from fellow former India and West Zone players Wasim Jaffer, Salil Ankola, Jacob Martin and Connor Williams. Mumbai-based Powar had two stints as head coach of the India women's team, where he guided the side to an Asia Cup title and a Commonwealth Games silver medal in 2022. His second spell ended when he was moved to the National Cricket Academy, now called the BCCI Centre of Excellence, in Bengaluru as spin-bowling coach. Powar has also coached Mumbai to Vijay Hazare Trophy win and was Gujarat's senior men's head coach for the last two seasons before stepping down from the role recently. He also served as a consultant coach for Australia U-19 during their recent ODI series against India. The vacancy in the senior selection panel arose following the exit of Ajit Agarkar as chief selector. The BCCI places on record its appreciation for Mr Ajit Agarkar for his commitment, conviction and contribution during his tenure as Chairman of the Mens Selection Committee. Since his appointment in July 2023, Agarkar led the committee through a significant period for Indian cricket, with India winning three ICC trophies, two Asia Cup titles and back-to-back Asian Games gold medals, said BCCI Secretary Devajit Saika in a statement. Agarkar, who took charge in July 2023, oversaw a successful period for Indian mens cricket, during which the side won three ICC trophies, two Asia Cup titles and back-to-back gold medals at the Asian Games. Since his appointment in July 2023, Agarkar led the committee through a significant period for Indian cricket, with India winning three ICC trophies, two Asia Cup titles and back-to-back Asian Games gold medals, said BCCI Secretary Devajit Saika in a statement. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Two Held With Hydroponic Ganja Worth Rs 9.67 Cr at Bengaluru Airport
Two passengers who arrived from Bangkok were held at the Kempegowda International Airport here in separate cases, and hydroponic ganja worth collectively Rs 9.67 crore was seized from them
Karnataka: Eshwarappa seeks security after death threats
Shivamogga: Former deputy chief minister of Karnataka K.S. Eshwarappa has sought police protection after alleging that two people threatened to kill him during separate phone calls. He submitted a complaint to Shivamogga SP Nikhil, asking the police to take stringent action and ensure his familys safety. The alleged incident took place on October 17. Eshwarappas 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 .
K'taka sting Op row: Will not speak to media, says Siddaramaiah
Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Oct 19 (IANS) Former Karnataka Chief Minister and Congress Working Committee (CWC) member Siddaramaiah said on Monday that he would not speak to the media about recent political developments in the state. He made the statement in Kolar when reporters questioned him about the sting operation controversy. Siddaramaiah's remark assumes significance as he has approached the court and filed a police complaint over the circulation of allegedly defamatory content about him in the media and social media platforms. The issue has triggered a political controversy in the state, bringing Union Minister H.D. Kumaraswamy and the Congress government into a confrontation. Kumaraswamy has pointed fingers at Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar over the video involving Siddaramaiah. Against this backdrop, Siddaramaiah's decision to refrain from commenting on the issue has triggered speculation over the developments. Meanwhile, Deputy Chief Minister G. Parameshwara on Monday responded to Union Minister Kumaraswamy's warning that he would show his other face in the 2028 Assembly elections, saying that the political situation would become clear only with time and that even Kumaraswamy could not predict who would come to power. Let us wait and see. We do not know who will come to power in 2028. Even Kumaraswamy cannot say that, but the people will be able to tell. Let Kumaraswamy resign from his post at the Centre tomorrow and engage in state politics, Parameshwara said while speaking to reporters. He added that nobody could stop anyone from engaging in politics. Kumaraswamy, while attacking the Congress government, had questioned whether the present dispensation would remain in power permanently and claimed that he knew what would happen after a year. Expressing confidence in the return of a coalition government in Karnataka in 2028, he alleged that those in power had misused their authority over the past seven to eight years and were attempting to finish off his family. I have faith that a coalition government will certainly come to power in 2028, and I will show my other face, Kumaraswamy had stated. In another development, Congress MLA Shivaganga Basavaraj, responding to allegations that Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar was the father of sting operations in Karnataka, said people knew who was actually behind such operations. Basavaraj pointed to Kumaraswamy's earlier public display of a pen drive during a media interaction and questioned who had subsequently been associated with the circulation of videos. Who displayed the pen drive and claimed that it would be released soon? Was it Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar or former Chief Minister Siddaramaiah? Kumaraswamy himself displayed the pen drive. Whose videos eventually came out, and whose family's videos were circulated? he asked. His remarks appeared to be an indirect reference to the case involving former JD(S) MP Prajwal Revanna. Basavaraj said senior leaders had experience in dealing with such matters and that Shivakumar, whom he described as his political guru, had advised party members to remain cautious. He also said that first-time legislators had undergone a five-day training programme organised by the Karnataka Pradesh Congress Committee (KPCC), during which precautions had been discussed. According to Basavaraj, Shivakumar had warned them earlier to exercise caution in such matters. In a surprising development on Monday, BJP MLA Shivaraj Patil came in support of Siddaramaiah. Patil stated in Raichur that Siddaramaiah brought welfare schemes and guarantees for the people, and it was he who brought his party to power in the state. If this person is being pushed into such a situation, it is unfortunate. I am really moved to tears. Siddaramaiah is one of the tallest leaders of the state. During his period, women got their money, Patil added.
Garbage truck driver booked for running over stray puppy at Avalahalli in Bengaluru
The complainant alleges that the garbage vehicles driver, Chakku Miah, failed to honk or make any apparent attempt to alert the dog before running over the animal
Karnataka CM Shivakumar writes to PM Modi seeking urgent intervention to resolve sugarcane farmers
Karnataka CM Shivakumar writes to PM Modi seeking urgent intervention to resolve sugarcane farmers agitation Bengaluru: Karnataka Chief Minister, D.K. Shivakumar, has written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi seeking urgent intervention to address the demands of sugarcane farmers, as protests in North Karnataka have delayed the commencement of the crushing season. In his three-page letter [] The post Karnataka CM Shivakumar writes to PM Modi seeking urgent intervention to resolve sugarcane farmers agitation appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Rakul Preet Singh opted for understated luxury at the international trailer launch of Ramayana: Rise of a Legend in Bengaluru, wearing a bronze-gold tissue saree paired with an ice-blue embroidered zardozi blouse. Styled by Ami Patel, the actor's outfit brought together traditional Indian craftsmanship and contemporary detailing. According to details confirmed by the homegrown luxury label Itrh to ETimes, the two-piece ensemble is priced at Rs 2.75 lakh. The event also saw Rakul speak about her role as Surpanakha in the upcoming film and praise her co-stars Ranbir Kapoor, Yash and Sai Pallavi. For the occasion, Rakul chose an ensemble that highlighted the interplay of colours, textures and intricate workmanship. The luminous bronze-gold tissue saree featured a finely embroidered border and a fluid drape, lending the traditional silhouette a refined finish. She paired it with an ice-blue blouse adorned with intricate zardozi embroidery. A mirror-detail jhallar added a contemporary element to the blouse, creating a contrast with the saree's warm metallic tones. The two pieces from Itrh together cost Rs 2.75 lakh, as confirmed by the brand to ETimes. Rakul accessorised the look with kadas and statement earrings from Jagdish Jewellers and Razwada Jewels, keeping the focus on the ensemble's craftsmanship and contrasting colours. Itrh, whose name is derived from the word ittar, meaning perfume, is a luxury Indian couture and occasion-wear label founded by Ridhi Bansal and Mohit Rai. The brand is known for its maximalist aesthetic and use of traditional crafts. At the trailer launch, Rakul also spoke about her connection with Bengaluru, recalling that her film journey began in the city. According to Bollywood Hungama, she said, So, Bangalore is a very special place for me. My first film happened in Bangalore. And at that point i didn't even know if I really wanted to act. So I've gotten so much love from this place. So it's really special to today stand here after all these years and be a part of 'Ramayana', she said. The actor also expressed her appreciation for director Nitesh Tiwari and producer Namit Malhotra for bringing the epic to the screen. Highlighting the significance of the story, she said, I think for me it's just such a pleasure to be a part of a vision, a humongous vision that Nitesh sir and Namit sir have created. And I'm just so happy to be a part of it because Ramayana is so close to the hearts of each and every one of us. So all I can say is I really hope that all of you enjoy the film and give us all the love. There's a lot of hard work that's gone behind. Everyone's performed really well: Sai, Ranbir, Yash, brother Ravana Yash. So, I really hope you all love it and give it all the love. Yeah, thank you. Thank you so much. Rakul will portray Surpanakha, a significant character in the larger narrative of the Ramayana. Directed by Nitesh Tiwari, Ramayana: Rise of a Legend is the first instalment of a planned two-part cinematic adaptation. The film is produced by Namit Malhotra's Prime Focus Studios in collaboration with DNEG and Yash's Monster Mind Creations. Also Read: Rakul Preet Singh becomes the face of Wacoal Indias Lingerie Collection; fronts Autumn/Winter 2026 Campaign
Rs 9.67 Crore Hydroponic Ganja Seized At Bengaluru Airport
Bengaluru Customs officials arrested two passengers at Kempegowda International Airport and seized hydroponic ganja worth a total of Rs 9.67 crore in two separate cases. The arrests were made under the NDPS Act, with both individuals arriving from Bangkok.
Advocate Shot Dead In Bengaluru By Tenants From Bihar Over Unapid Rent
The initial investigation has revealed that nearly an hour before the incident, an argument broke out between the lawyer and his two tenants over the non-payment of rent.
MAHE Corporate Cricket Championship 2026 Brings Industry and Academia Together at Bengaluru Campus
Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], October 10: Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), an Institution of Eminence Deemed to be University, launched the MAHE Corporate Cricket Championship (CCC) 2026 at its Bengaluru Campus on Saturday. Bringing together teams from leading organisations across sectors, the 27-match T20 tournament places industry-academia engagement at its centre, giving corporate professionals and the university community a shared platform to build connections, exchange perspectives and explore opportunities for collaboration through sport.
Australian lawmaker critically injured after being deliberately hit by car
By Alasdair Pal SYDNEY, Oct 19 (Reuters) - Australian lawmaker Helen Haines was in a critical condition on Monday after being deliberately struck by a car outside her office in Wangaratta, police and Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said. Victoria Police said a 43-year-old man had been arrested after the attack on independent MP Haines inWangaratta, around three hours' drive northeast of Melbourne. Haines, 65, was airlifted to hospital, Albanese said. All of our thoughts are with Helen, her family, her friends, her team, and her community at this extremely difficult time. We are praying for her full recovery, Albanese told a press conference. Victoria Police Acting Superintendent Ashley Mason told a press conference there was no further threat to the public. Albanese said it was too early to determine the motive for the attack, though a terrorism taskforce would be investigating the arrested suspect. We thank the swift assistance of bystanders and the dedicated health workers who assisted her, and police for their response, a statement by Haines' family posted on her Facebook page said. (Reporting by Alasdair Pal in Sydney and Shivani Tanna in Bengaluru; Editing by Kevin Liffey and Saad Sayeed) This article originally appeared on Reuters at https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/australia-pm-says-independent-mp-082202107.html
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K'taka govt prepares 3rd memorandum seeking Central aid amid 92 pc crop production loss
Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Oct 19 (IANS) Karnataka is facing a severe drought situation, with an estimated 92 per cent loss in crop production, Deputy Chief Minister and Revenue Minister G. Parameshwara said on Monday, adding that the state government was preparing its third memorandum seeking financial assistance from the Centre. Speaking to reporters in Bengaluru, Parameshwara said the drought had severely affected food production and fodder availability, while several parts of the state were also facing drinking water shortages. The situation is very serious. Although we have received some scattered rainfall recently, the impact of the drought in the state remains severe. There is an estimated 92 per cent loss in production, which has a consequential impact on fodder availability for livestock. People are struggling to get food, and livestock are not getting fodder, he said. He warned that the drinking water situation could worsen if existing sources dried up, noting that the government was already supplying water through tankers and private borewells in several places. If these sources themselves dry up, where will we get water from to supply through tankers? That is the situation we are facing. This is a very serious issue, he said. Parameshwara said the government would declare drought-affected areas in accordance with the guidelines issued by the Centre and assess the extent of losses before seeking financial assistance under the National Disaster Response Fund (NDRF) guidelines. The Centre should release the funds. At least then, we will be able to provide assistance to our farmers and others who are facing difficulties, he said. The state government is preparing its third memorandum, which is expected to be ready within a day or two. Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar and Parameshwara will visit the Centre as part of a delegation to seek relief, with the details of the visit being finalised. He said the Centre had suggested sending an all-party delegation, but the Opposition had expressed unwillingness to participate. The government would discuss how to proceed in view of the Opposition's stand. Meanwhile, the state government has released funds to address drinking water shortages, with Deputy Commissioners and Chief Executive Officers overseeing relief measures in their respective jurisdictions. Parameshwara also said the state had not received funds from the Centre for works under VB-G RAM G and was bearing the expenditure from its own resources. The state government had already spent around Rs 1,200 crore to Rs 1,250 crore on drought-related measures, he added. Commenting on the political controversy involving Chief Minister Shivakumar and Union Minister H.D. Kumaraswamy over allegations surrounding a sting operation, Parameshwara termed the developments unfortunate. This is certainly not a good development. Mistakes can happen in public life, and many such incidents may have occurred in the past. However, things had never reached this stage before, he said. He said public representatives should exercise caution while making statements, considering their positions and the impact of their remarks. The Union Minister must think about his own personality, position and stature, as well as the impact of his statements. The Chief Minister and those in positions of authority must also consider the situation. All of this is becoming unpleasant, Parameshwara said.
Led by Khosla Ventures, the funding will help Even expand to five Bengaluru hospitals by early 2027 as healthcare startups and hospital groups look to integrate care, insurance and prevention.
Even Healthcare raises $50M in Series B round led by Khosla Ventures
The Bengaluru-based managed care company plans five new hospitals in six months.
Karnataka Dy CM urges Cong leaders to protect govt's image amid sting Op row
Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Oct 19 (IANS) G. Parameshwara, Karnataka's Deputy Chief Minister, has urged Congress leaders to exercise restraint amid controversy over alleged sting operations, saying the party must focus on protecting the government's image and communicating the facts to the public. Speaking to reporters here on Monday, he said, The Chief Minister is there, and all of us are here. We have to think about how to protect the governments image and communicate the facts to the public. We must do that. He said it was better to remain silent rather than react to every statement. He said public exchanges of accusations would not help the government and stressed the need to handle the issue carefully. If each of us starts responding to every statement made by others, where will it end? That is why it is not advisable to discuss this issue extensively in public, he said. Responding to questions about the government's legal position on the controversy and former Chief Minister and Congress Working Committee (CWC) member Siddaramaiah's silence, Parameshwara said the government cannot react immediately to every statement. There is a legal process, and the Home Minister is taking the necessary steps within that framework. The Chief Minister has also spoken about it, he said. He added that the government would discuss the matter and decide on the appropriate course of action. Parameshwara also questioned reports suggesting that Siddaramaiah was dissatisfied with the government's handling of the issue. Has he expressed dissatisfaction? Who said that? Has he made any statement? Has Siddaramaiah said anywhere that he was dissatisfied or that the government did not handle the matter properly? he asked. Reacting to statements by BJP leader B.S. Yediyurappa and Union Minister H.D. Kumaraswamy suggesting the investigation into the alleged sting operation could have political implications, including a possible change of government, Parameshwara said it was not appropriate to respond to every such claim. When asked about speculation on possible change in leadership and claims about the Congress high command's plans, he said the future could not be predicted. What kind of speculation are you making? Who is saying this? Has the high command said so? I do not know. How can I answer when you say you know something that I do not? he said. Let us wait and see. I cannot say who will come to power in 2028, and neither can anyone else. The people will decide, he added.
Union Minister Karandlaje demands SIT probe into sting operations in Karnataka
Digital Desk | Mysuru (Karnataka), Oct 19 (IANS) Union Minister of State for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises and Labour & Employment, Shobha Karandlaje, on Monday alleged that the Karnataka government was resorting to blackmail to retain power and demanded an immediate Special Investigation Team (SIT) probe into the alleged sting operations targeting political leaders. Speaking to reporters in Mysuru, she alleged that blackmail was being used within the ruling party and the government to manage political affairs and secure positions of power. She claimed that sting operations were being conducted and CDs containing alleged compromising material were being used to threaten certain individuals. They are running the administration by blackmailing people within their own party and government. There is information that former Chief Minister and Congress Working Committee (CWC) member Siddaramaiah was forced to step down from the Chief Ministers post using these sting operations, she alleged. Karandlaje termed the alleged practice a black mark on the state, accusing those involved of resorting to unethical means to gain and retain power. She said the developments had attracted attention outside Karnataka, with people in other states questioning what was happening in the state. This will not bring honour to anyone. Such practices must come to an end, she said. The Union Minister demanded that the state government immediately order an SIT investigation into the alleged sting operations and ensure stringent punishment for those found responsible. I am requesting the Chief Minister in this regard. People are pointing fingers at you, she alleged, urging the state government to take immediate action. Karandlaje's remarks come amid the ongoing political controversy surrounding alleged sting operations and claims of the use of compromising material to influence political developments within the ruling party. Earlier in the day, she participated in a programme at the Mysuru Palace premises, where she arranged breakfast for the families of mahouts and kavadis accompanying the Dasara elephants. It can be noted that the sting operation row has created a stir in the state politics. Union Minister for Heavy Industries and Steel H.D. Kumaraswamy on Saturday led a padyatra with hundreds of JD(S) workers to the office of Director General and Inspector General of Police M.A. Saleem in Bengaluru, demanding swift action and the arrest of those behind the ongoing sting operation controversy. BJP Karnataka President and MLA B.Y. Vijayendra has urged Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar and Deputy Chief Minister G. Parameshwara to take the sting operation case seriously, conduct a comprehensive investigation and take it to its logical conclusion. Meanwhile, Karnataka Police, investigating the sting operation controversy and the uploading of a video allegedly related to Siddaramaiah, have written to YouTube seeking technical details, including the IP address from which the video was uploaded and information about the person who uploaded it, officials said on last Saturday.
Presidium School, Nehru World School win Delhi leg of ACG Jr. NBA 3v3 tournament
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 19 (IANS) Presidium School Team A from Gurgaon and Nehru World School Team A from Ghaziabad emerged as the girls and boys champions, respectively, at the Delhi leg of the ACG Jr. NBA 3v3 Tournament, which concluded at the KD Jadhav Indoor Stadium in New Delhi. The under-16 school basketball competition saw teams from across the region compete for honours and places in the national finals, scheduled for December 2026. The tournament is part of a nationwide initiative aimed at developing young basketball talent through competitive opportunities. In the boys category, Nehru World School Team A secured the title with Ansh Tomer, Jatin Sharma, Darshil Singh and Vansh Sharma forming the winning lineup. Meerut Public School Team A from Delhi finished runners-up, while The Maan School Team A, also from Delhi, claimed third place. Presidium School Team A dominated the girls competition to take the championship, with Anaya Dhankhar, Ava Dahiya, Ayana Gupta and Aahana Bisht comprising the victorious team. Shiv Nadar School Team A from Noida finished second, while Meerut Public School Team A secured third place. Anaya Dhankhar and Darshil Singh were recognised with the Most Valuable Player (MVP) Awards for their performances during the Delhi leg. The tournament also selected All-Star teams in both divisions, providing additional opportunities for young players to progress. The top two teams in each category, along with one All-Star team from each division, will advance to the national finals in December. The 2026 edition marks a shift to an under-16 age classification, with the programme operating under the theme Where Stars Are Born. The tournament is being conducted by the National Basketball Association (NBA) in association with ACG and the Basketball Federation of India (BFI). The national competition is scheduled to visit 10 Indian cities: Ahmedabad, Indore, Kochi, Delhi, Chennai, Kolkata, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Prayagraj and Ludhiana. The ACG Jr. NBA programme focuses on teaching basketball fundamentals and promoting the sports core values among young people. Last year, the initiative engaged more than 8,000 players across 2,000 boys and girls teams representing 900 schools, with over 2,700 games played across 10 cities. The programme forms part of the NBAs broader youth development efforts in India, which also include NBA Basketball School, a network of training programmes for boys and girls aged six to 18 across 13 cities, operated by India On Track.
Bengaluru: Chemical Tanker Overturns, Catches Fire On NICE Road
A major fire broke out near the Kanakapura toll plaza on NICE Road after a chemical-laden tanker overturned and caught fire on Sunday afternoon.
B'luru advocate shot dead at residence, police launch hunt for shooters
Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Oct 19 (IANS) A Bengaluru-based advocate was shot dead at point-blank range at his residence by two unidentified assailants, suspected to be his tenants, within the limits of the Whitefield police station. The police suspect that the murder could be linked to a property dispute and personal enmity, and are investigating the possibility of a contract killing, police said on Monday. The deceased has been identified as Manjunath, who lived in Pattanduru Agrahara in Whitefield, a prominent technology hub in Bengaluru. According to the police, the incident took place at around 11.30 p.m. on Sunday when Manjunath was counting money at his residence. Preliminary investigations revealed that two youths arrived at his house and called him out, purportedly to discuss an issue. When Manjunath opened the door and stepped out to speak to them, one of the assailants allegedly shot him in the forehead at point-blank range. The accused subsequently fled the scene. Manjunath collapsed on the doorstep and died due to severe bleeding. The jurisdictional Whitefield police rushed to the spot after receiving information about the incident and initiated an investigation. According to preliminary police findings, the assailants are suspected to be from Bihar and allegedly arrived at the scene on bikes before carrying out the crime. The police are trying to establish their identities and trace their movements before and after the shooting. Investigators suspect that a quarrel between Manjunath and his tenants over rent on Sunday night could have triggered the murder. The police are examining whether the dispute escalated into a planned attack or whether the killing was orchestrated by someone with an interest in his properties. Manjunath reportedly owned several acres of land in Whitefield and had constructed more than 100 sheds on his properties, which he had rented out to tenants. Investigators believe that the extensive property holdings and disputes involving the rented premises could be relevant to the case. The police suspect the involvement of contract killers, and are investigating whether someone hired the assailants to eliminate Manjunath with the intention of gaining control over or benefiting from his property. However, the motive behind the murder is yet to be conclusively established. Four special teams have been formed to track down the accused and investigate the possible involvement of others in the crime. The police are gathering evidence and questioning people who may have information about the dispute and the movements of the suspects. Further investigation is under way.
Rent dispute turns fatal in Bengaluru, lawyer shot dead by tenants
A 42-year-old lawyer was allegedly shot dead by two of his tenants following a dispute over pending rent in Bengaluru's Whitefield area late at night. The accused, who reportedly worked as delivery agents for Swiggy, fled the scene after the shooting and are currently being searched for by the police.
Bengaluru Advocate shot dead by tenants over rent dispute
Bengaluru: A 42-year-old advocate was shot dead allegedly by two of his tenants following a dispute over non-payment of rent at his residence here, police said on Monday, October 19. The deceased is identified as Manjunath, a resident of Pattandur Agrahara. The incident occurred around midnight on Sunday, they said, adding that the two accused 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 .
42-year-old Bengaluru advocate shot dead at home, tenants on the run
Bengaluru's Namma Metro Pink, Blue lines may open by May 2027, trial runs likely in Oct-Nov: Report
Bengaluru Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL) Managing Director PC Jaffer confirmed to the outlet that the corporation aims to run trains on Pink Lines underground section up to Shivajinagar by the end of October or in November.
A 42-year-old advocate, Manjunath, was shot dead in Bengaluru by two of his tenants following an argument over non-payment of rent. The incident occurred on Sunday night, and police are investigating, with efforts underway to apprehend the suspects who fled the scene.
Putin reportedly proposes summit with Trump and Xi to discuss Ukraine peace deal
Oct 18 (Reuters) - Russian President Vladimir Putin has proposed a summit next month with US President Donald Trump and Chinese leader Xi Jinping to negotiate an end to the four-year-old Ukraine conflict that would favour Moscow, the Wall Street Journal reported on Sunday, citing people familiar with the discussions. The proposed summit comes amid warming ties between Trump and Putin especially after the US President announced a deal to buy Russian diesel and signed an order on Friday waiving key sanctions on Moscow. Citing a former Russian intelligence officer briefed on the matter, the paper said that Putin's suggestion came in an October 9 telephone call with Trump that also yielded the diesel deal between the two countries. The White House did not immediately respond to a Reuters request for comment, while the Kremlin could not be immediately reached outside regular business hours. The Russian and Chinese embassies in Washington did not immediately reply to requests for comment. The Kremlin has suggested holding the trilateral dialogue on the sidelines of the upcoming Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation summit, the WSJ report said, citingpeople familiar with the discussions. That summit is set to take place on November 18 to 19 in Shenzhen. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov confirmed to the Journal that discussions were taking place over a potential meeting. There is no clear understanding yet regarding the meeting itself or its potential agenda, although all three parties acknowledge the hypothetical possibility of such a meeting taking place, he told the Wall Street Journal. A senior US official told the Journal that Trump had not agreed to such a summit, but he could be receptive to the idea. Trump's diesel deal with Putin and the executive order waiving sanctions on Moscow have drawn criticism from Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy, who has warned it would embolden Putin and prolong the war. (Reporting by Abu Sultan and Akanksha Khushi in Bengaluru; Editing by Clarence Fernandez and Christian Schmollinger) This article originally appeared on Reuters at https://www.yahoo.com/news/politics/articles/putin-proposes-summit-trump-xi-025442579.html
Sex CDs, honeytraps and power: Why Karnataka politics keeps getting caught on camera
Mluru church priest held for sexually assaulting boy
Night attendance must for govt docs; other depts to follow suit
Govt to acquire 369 acres near Foxconn facility in North Bluru; farmers protest
Bengaluru: Two minors detained for murdering 13-year-old boy
Festive spirit drives weekend park volunteering in Bengaluru
Bengalurus Kempegowda Metro station hosts immersive heritage art display
Foreign object on runway delays plane landing
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Karnataka govt protecting sting operation mastermind: Kumaraswamy
Ashoka demands pension clearance
Ration card e-KYC deadline in Karnataka extended to Nov 10
