Munawar Zama addresses Vidhana Soudha on National Education Day
Bengaluru: On National Education Day, international motivational speaker and English House Academy founder and CEO Munawar Zama addressed a gathering at the Karnataka Vidhana Soudha on Wednesday, November 11. The day is observed on the birth anniversary of Maulana Abul Kalam Azad, Indias first education minister. Minister for Health and Family Welfare and Minority Welfare, 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 spends years in jail for murder of woman found alive in Mandya
Bengaluru: A woman presumed murdered has been found alive in Karnatakas Mandya district, nearly three years after the man accused of killing her was jailed. The incident dates back to 2019, when the woman, Manju, went missing from Pandavapura town. Her father, Nagaraju, lodged a missing-person complaint at the Pandavapura police station. During the investigation, 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 .
Bengalurus Jakkarayanakere may return to public use as playground
Bengaluru-Mangaluru-Madgaon Vande Bharat Express: PM Modi to flag off new service
The Yeshwantpur-Mangaluru-Madgaon-Yeshwantpur Vande Bharat Express will be flagged off on November 13.
PM Modi to inaugurate 7.5-km Pink Line stretch, flag off Bengaluru-Mangaluru Vande Bharat
The original estimated cost of the 21.26-km Pink Line corridor, from Kalena Agrahara to Nagawara, was 8,730 crore
Modi to inaugurate MRPLs 330-crore marketing terminal in Bengaluru
With a storage capacity of 77,000 kilolitres, the facility handles petrol, diesel and aviation turbine fuel, catering to Bengaluru airport, MRPLs HiQ retail outlets, oil marketing companies and industrial consumers
PM to Dedicate MRPLs Rs 330-Crore Devangonthi Marketing Terminal to the Nation Bengaluru: Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to dedicate Mangalore Refinery and Petrochemicals Limiteds (MRPL) state-of-the-art Devangonthi Marketing Terminal in Bengaluru to the nation on November 13, 2026. Developed at an investment of Rs 330 crore, the terminal marks a significant milestone in [] The post PM to Dedicate MRPLs Rs 330-Crore Devangonthi Marketing Terminal to the Nation appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Bengaluru-based Tharangini Studio designs Stanley 1913s first-ever Deepavali collection
The global drinkware brand has collaborated with Bengalurus 50-year-old Tharangini Studio for its first Deepavali Diwali collection in India, translating vintage festive motifs from its archive of over 6,000 designs into the 30oz Quencher ProTour and Stacking Cup Set.
Bride-to-Be Among Two Killed as Truck Runs Over Scooter in Bengaluru
The accident occurred around 3.30 pm near the Deepanjali Nagar Metro station on Mysuru Road
Belagavi prepares for winter session with 7,000 police personnel
Belagavi: The police department has begun extensive security preparations ahead of the Karnataka legislatures winter session, scheduled to be held in Belagavi from December 2 to 11. Around 7,000 police personnel and 35 Karnataka State Reserve Police (KSRP) platoons are expected to be deployed to maintain law and order during the 10-day session. With farmers, 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 .
Krishna Byre Gowda Alleges Snub at Bengaluru Metro Pink Line Inauguration
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to inaugurate the 7.5-km elevated section of the Pink Line, between Kalena Agrahara and Tavarekere, on Friday
Compassionate apptmt is a concession born of necessity, not a right: HC
Fair, transparent and responsible admin system is need of hour & wish of Viksit Bharat: HC
After being called a Gujarati friend, PM Modi extends festival greetings to Sam Pitroda
The Indian Overseas Congress chief said he and his wife met Mr. Modi in the past and the Prime Minister had been very warm towards them.
Huge boost for India as Rishabh Pant set to reach New Zealand ahead of Tests
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Nov 12 (IANS) In what is a huge boost for the Indian team, wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant is on his way to New Zealand and is set to join Indias Test squad in Wellington on Friday. IANS understands that Pant got the clearance from the concerned medical team after an extended rehab programme at the Centre of Excellence (CoE) in Bengaluru and flew out early on Thursday. He left for New Zealand this morning and is expected to reach there via a connecting flight from Singapore. As of now, we believe hes left Singapore also and is expected to reach Wellington by early morning New Zealand time and wee hours, as per Indian Standard Time, said a source to IANS. Pant picked up the side strain injury while captaining Rest of India (RoI) in the Irani Cup held in Srinagar from October 1 to 4. He reported to the BCCIs Centre of Excellence (CoE) in Bengaluru in the last week of October, where he worked on his recovery and all aspects of his game in several sessions. Pant was already named in Indias Test squad for the tour, as well as in the India A side for three four-day matches against New Zealand A. But his availability was subjected to full fitness, something which was under huge uncertainty. Though Pants recovery was going well, the slow nature of it meant that the fitness clearance took longer than expected to come. He missed the first two India A games and was initially expected to play in the third game from November 7 to 10 in Lincoln. But with his recovery taking time, Pant had to miss that match. In Wellington, Pant will meet up with captain Shubman Gill, KL Rahul and Anshul Kamboj, who were released from the ODI squad after the third game to start preparing for the two-game Test series. Pants arrival, however, gives the team management a selection headache. Wicketkeeper-batter Dhruv Jurel, who captained India A, made a strong case for inclusion in the playing eleven with a century and a fifty in four innings against New Zealand A. Add to it, top-order batters B Sai Sudharsan and Devdutt Padikkal have also been proficient. Sudharsan returned with scores of 91 and 88 in five India A innings, while Padikkal hit 199 and 80 in standout knocks from as many outings. Plenty is riding on the Test series to be played in Wellington and Christchurch for Shubman Gill & Co. India are fourth in the World Test Championship (WTC) standings and need victories to stay in the race for the final, to be played in June 2027. 2021 winners New Zealand sit at the top of the table, ahead of current holders South Africa and 2023 winners Australia.
From press releases to Insta reels: PM Modi says media plays key role in keeping democracy vibrant
The PM recalled a womens brigade of journalists who got a whiff of him becoming the Gujarat CM in 2001
Wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant has received fitness clearance from the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) medical team and left for New Zealand early on Thursday ahead of India's upcoming Test series, according to a Cricinfo report. India, currently facing off against New Zealand in a five-match ODI series with the fourth ODI set to take place on Friday, will contest a two-Test series, beginning November 19. Pant will join the Indian Test squad in Wellington on Friday. He had been recovering from a side strain sustained during the Irani Cup in Srinagar, held from October 1 to 4, where he captained the Rest of India side. The wicketkeeper-batter had been undergoing rehabilitation at the BCCI's Centre of Excellence (CoE) in Bengaluru since October 23. He was named in both India's Test squad for the New Zealand tour and the India A squad for the four-day matches against New Zealand A, subject to fitness clearance. Pant missed the first two four-day matches between India A and...
PM Modi to attend 49th ASEAN-India and East Asia Summits in Manila from Nov 16 to 18
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be attending the 49th Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Summit and Related Summits in Manila, scheduled to take place from November 16 to 18. In a special briefing by the Ministry of External Affairs, Secretary (East) Rupendra Tandon noted the PM's schedule and his key engagements during the summit. Prime Minister Modi will be travelling to Manila, in the Philippines, to attend the 23rd ASEAN-India Summit and the 21st meeting of the ASEAN-led East Asia Summit process. The visit will take place from the 16th to the 18th of this month, he said. As part of the visit, PM Modi will attend a dinner hosted by Philippine President Bongbong Marcos for the visiting dignitaries a day prior to the ASEAN-India Summit and the East Asia Summit. The MEA highlighted that the PM will also engage with several world leaders on the sidelines of the summit. The Prime Minister's programme in Manila will include attending a dinner hosted by President Marcos fo...
PM Modi to visit Philippines next week for ASEAN-India Summit
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Nov 12 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to travel to the Philippines next week to attend the 23rd Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN)-India Summit and the 21st meeting of the ASEAN-led East Asia Summit process, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said on Thursday. The visit will take place from November 16 to 18, Rudrendra Tandon, Secretary (East) at the MEA, announced during a special media briefing in New Delhi on Thursday. In addition to a very active bilateral relationship with all 11 ASEAN member states, we see our engagement with the ASEAN regional platform also as a key element or building block of our Act East policy, Tandon said. The Prime Ministers programme in Manila will include a dinner hosted by President Ferdinand Marcos Jr for the visiting dignitaries, followed by the ASEAN-India Summit and the East Asia Summit the next day, with bilateral meetings with other leaders in between. There is also a very strong demand from the Indian community to meet the Prime Minister, so we are trying to adjust that also in his schedule, he said. Tandon said ASEAN has emerged as a major trading partner for India, with trade with the entire region at approximately 122 billion. We in India strongly believe that, as an Indian Ocean country that abuts this very important Southeast Asian maritime zone, a strong strategic relationship with the ASEAN member states, as a collective as well as individually, is good for both of us, he said. Such a relationship, he said, will make both sides more resilient in handling rapid geopolitical changes and will contribute to peace and stability in Asia as a whole. Describing the East Asia Summit as a very unique ASEAN-led grouping of eight leaders, Tandon said leaders of ASEAN and these countries discuss global security issues and issues of common concern in an informal setting. This years East Asia Summit process is led by the ASEAN Chair, which is the Philippines. Thats why its happening in Manila. This, too, is a remarkable example of how successful ASEAN collective diplomacy has become, he said. The theme of this years ASEAN Summit and ASEAN processes has been Navigating the Future, and the leaders will focus on enhancing collaboration to become more resilient to the changes around them, the MEA Secretary added.
Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Nov 12 (IANS) The Karnataka Congress has proposed to repeal the amendments made to the Anti-Conversion law by the previous BJP government during the upcoming Winter Session of the State Legislature, triggering a fresh political confrontation between the ruling party and the BJP. Karnataka Pradesh Congress Committee (KPCC) President and MLC, B.K. Hariprasad, made the announcement at a press conference in Bengaluru on Thursday, stating that the government would restore the earlier legal position, claiming that the BJP had introduced draconian and stringent provisions in the law with the intention of harassing religious minorities. We will repeal the Anti-Conversion Bill in Karnataka during the upcoming Winter Session. We will restore the earlier status quo. The government will fulfil the aspirations of the people. The BJP had amended the Bill with the intention of harassing minorities, Hariprasad said. The announcement has drawn a sharp reaction from the BJP, which accused the government of facilitating religious conversions and warned that it would strongly oppose the move. Senior BJP leader and Leader of the Opposition in the Legislative Council, Chalavadi Narayanaswamy, said the BJP's legislation did not prevent anyone from voluntarily embracing another religion but was intended to prohibit conversions through force, coercion or inducements. There should not be any pressure on people who want to convert to another religion. If a person wishes to embrace another religion voluntarily, it is their right. They can submit the necessary documents through the Deputy Commissioner and convert to any religion. Our Constitution allows this, he said. However, he maintained that forced conversions or conversions through the offer of money or other inducements should not be permitted. If the government withdraws this law, it would mean that it is allowing other religions to forcibly convert people. The BJP will oppose such a move, he claimed. Reacting to protests by minority organisations demanding the withdrawal of the anti-conversion law and the cow slaughter ban law, Narayanaswamy alleged that such demands were intended to facilitate forced religious conversions and continue cow slaughter. If minorities are demanding the withdrawal of these laws, does it mean that they want forced conversions to continue and want to continue cow slaughter? Anyone who wants to convert voluntarily has that right. We have no objection to that, he said. The controversy centres on the Karnataka Protection of Right to Freedom of Religion Act, 2022, introduced by the previous BJP government led by Basavaraj Bommai. The legislation prohibits religious conversions through misrepresentation, force, coercion, undue influence, allurement, fraudulent means or marriage. Controversially, under the Act, reconversion to a person's immediate previous religion is not treated as conversion. The legislation also prescribes a procedure for those intending to change their religion. A person intending to convert must submit a declaration to the District Magistrate at least 30 days in advance. The person conducting the conversion must also give prior notice. Following the conversion, the individual is required to submit another declaration within 30 days and appear before the District Magistrate for verification of identity and intention. The District Magistrate is empowered to invite objections from the public and order a police enquiry into the circumstances and intention behind the proposed conversion. The Act provides for imprisonment ranging from three to five years and a fine of Rs 25,000 for unlawful conversions. In cases involving minors, women, members of Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes, and persons of unsound mind, the punishment ranges from three to 10 years, with a fine of up to Rs 50,000. Mass conversions involving two or more persons attract imprisonment of three to 10 years and a fine of up to Rs 1 lakh. Repeat offenders face imprisonment of five years or more and a fine of up to Rs 2 lakh. Offences under the Act are cognisable and non-bailable. With the Congress announcing its intention to repeal the amendments in the forthcoming winter session scheduled to be held in December, the issue is expected to become a major political flashpoint between the ruling Congress and the BJP in the Legislature.
Astrobase to invest Rs 800 crore in Andhra Pradesh, expand rocket testing facility to 360 acres
Digital Desk | Visakhapatnam, Nov 12 (IANS) Astrobase Space Technologies on Thursday announced an investment of Rs 800 crore in Andhra Pradesh to significantly expand its rocket testing and launch vehicle development infrastructure, marking a major step in strengthening India's private space transportation ecosystem. The space technology company signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Andhra Pradesh Economic Development Board during the 31st CII Partnership Summit 2026 in Visakhapatnam to expand its existing rocket engine testing facility at Thimmasamudram in Sri Sathya Sai district. Under the expansion plan, Astrobase will add 339 acres to its existing facility, increasing the total footprint to around 360 acres from approximately 22 acres at present. Commenting on the development, Astrobase Space Technologies CEO and Co-founder Neeraj Khandelwal said the expansion marks a significant milestone in Astrobase's efforts to build advanced space transportation capabilities from India. This expanded infrastructure will enable us to undertake critical testing programmes, including static hot-fire tests and stage-level hop tests, while accelerating the development of reusable launch vehicle technologies, Khandelwal noted. India has already demonstrated remarkable prowess in space exploration and technology. The next frontier is to translate this strength into the ability to transport payloads to space more frequently, reliably and at scale, he added. The project is expected to generate around 500 direct jobs and nearly 1,000 indirect employment opportunities in the region. The announcement comes shortly after Astrobase unveiled plans to invest Rs 500 crore in Karnataka for a dedicated manufacturing facility in Bengaluru. The proposed unit will house advanced additive manufacturing and fabrication infrastructure, non-destructive testing and quality inspection facilities, along with engine and stage assembly capabilities to support the development of its Everest engine and AB220 medium-lift launch vehicle programme. The two-day 31st CII Partnership Summit, being held in Visakhapatnam on November 12-13, is organised by the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) in association with the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) and hosted by the Andhra Pradesh government. The summit is expected to facilitate investment proposals worth up to Rs 11 lakh crore and create around 2.5 lakh jobs across sectors.
Karnataka open to subsidising GPU access for startups through AI hub
The state could offer support beyond the Centres IndiaAI Mission. It is also considering shared manufacturing space for small companies near Bengaluru.
Former Bangalore University Vice-Chancellor Prof. N.R. Shetty passes away
Throughout his distinguished career, Prof. Shetty held several key positions in the fields of education, research, technical education and university administration.
KPTCL conquers Western Ghats challenges to power Bengaluru-Mangaluru Vande Bharat
Karnataka plans app to track used cooking oil, prevent re-entry into food chain
Food Safety Department to develop digital system within three months; pilot project in Bengaluru, Mysuru, Mangaluru, and Hubballi
Bengalurus Namma Metro Stations Get New Names Following Central Approval
The Karnataka government has received approval to rename three Namma Metro stations in Bengaluru, enhancing local identity. Bengalurus Namma Metro Stations Get New Names Following Central Approval
Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended Diwali and Gujarati New Year greetings to Congress leader Sam Pitroda, in an unexpected exchange that brought a brief moment of warmth amid their political differences. Happy Diwali and Nutan Varsh Abhinandan to you Sam Bhai and to Anjana Ben. Praying for a joyful and healthy year ahead. Jai Jagannath! []
PM Modi to visit Manila for ASEAN Summit from November 16 to 18
'Gujarati friend': PM Modi extends festive greetings to Sam 'Bhai' Pitroda, wife
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Nov 12 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday extended Diwali and Gujarati New Year greetings to Indian Overseas Congress chief Sam Pitroda after the latter referred to him as a Gujarati friend and termed him very kind and hardworking during an interview with IANS. In a post on X, PM Modi said: Happy Diwali and Nutan Varsh Abhinandan to you Sam Bhai and to Anjana Ben. Praying for a joyful and healthy year ahead. Jai Jagannath!, he added. Earlier, Pitroda described Prime Minister Modi as a good orator who is very warm, kind, loving and caring, while adding that he has no personal issues with the Prime Minister. Pitroda's surprising remarks came in response to a question about Congress Parliamentary Party (CPP) Chairperson Sonia Gandhi once describing PM Modi as a ig orator. Asked for his opinion of the Prime Minister, Pitroda, in an exclusive interview with IANS, said that he espects him (PM Modi) as a person and thinks that he is hardworking. He (PM Modi) is a Gujarati friend. I respect him as a person. I met him. My wife and I met him. He's been very warm, very kind, very loving, caring at a personal level. Of course, he's a good orator, hardworking, okay. We get along well, Pitroda told IANS. We have no personal issues. I have nothing against Mr Modi as a Gujarati leader, friend, and well-wisher. He's very warm to me. No issues about that. I appreciate that, he further said. The Congress leader said that the issues he has with PM Modi are based on ideologies and not on a personal level. And equally on my side, you know, I've been to his house in Gujarat several times. But I may have issues with his views of the world. I may have issues with his ideology. But that's a separate issue; that's not against the individual. It's against the idea. And these are two separate things. You know, I can disagree with Mr Modi, and I can also have dinner with him and have a laugh. So I have no issues, he added.
Indian PM Modi to attend ASEAN summit in Manila from November 16 to 18
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit the Philippines from November 16 to 18 to attend the summit of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) in Manila, India's foreign ministry said on Thursday. India is a strategic partner of the 11-member groupi
BJP MP Tejasvi Surya accuses Karnataka govt of misleading people over Bengaluru Metro funding
BJP MP Tejasvi Surya on Thursday accused the Karnataka government of misleading people over the funding structure of Bengaluru Metro, alleging that the state government was passing off loans guaranteed by the Centre to the Bengaluru Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL) as its own contribution. Surya said BMRCL was a 50:50 joint venture between the Central and state governments, with both having infused Rs 9,000 crore in equity. He said the funding for Metro projects primarily came from foreign institutional investors, which provided loans to the SPV on the basis of guarantees extended by the Central government. He challenged the Bengaluru Development Minister's claim that the state government contributed nearly 84 per cent of the Metro project cost, alleging that the state had included Rs 28,000 crore in loans guaranteed by the Centre in its own column. The Bengaluru Metro, the BMRCL, is a fifty-fifty joint venture between the Central and the State governments. Both the governments...
Woman Alleges Husband Forced Her to File False Gang Rape Complaint in Bengaluru
A woman in Bengaluru claims her husband threatened her to falsely accuse his enemies of gang rape, leading to a police complaint. Woman Alleges Husband Forced Her to File False Gang Rape Complaint in Bengaluru
PM Modi Emphasizes Medias Role and Vision for a Developed India at Diwali Celebration
At a Diwali event, PM Modi praised journalists and outlined his vision for India by 2047, highlighting the medias crucial role. PM Modi Emphasizes Medias Role and Vision for a Developed India at Diwali Celebration
From arranging chairs to now, have long bond with media: PM Modi
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday, November 12, said he has had a long relationship with the media, right from the days when he used to arrange chairs for them at events. Addressing a Diwali Milan for journalists at the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) headquarters in New Delhi, Modi said he has seen 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 Couple Quit IT Jobs, Built Healthy Meal Startup That Earned Rs 56 Lakh In 9 Months
The meal subscription startup, launched with Rs 15 lakh in 2024, has served over 1,500 customers and recorded Rs 56 lakh in revenue by September 2026.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi attended the Diwali Milan programme at the BJP headquarters in New Delhi on Thursday, where he interacted with journalists and spoke about his long association with the media. Recalling his early days in the BJP, Modi shared an incident from the 1990s when a group of journalists unexpectedly entered his room at the party office and told him he was going to become Gujarat Chief Minister.
'Take India story to the world': PM Modi's message to Media; recalls early days with journalists
Delhi's Diwali PM2.5 levels may have been 49% higher than official figures, reaching an estimated 400 g/m, according to a CREA analysis of missing monitoring data. Bengaluru also witnessed a sharp rise in pollution, with its AQI peaking at 141 during the three-day Deepavali period, compared with 98 last year.
'Sam Bhai' Pitroda Gets Diwali Wish From His 'Gujarati Friend' PM Modi
PM Modi's surprise wish came after Sam Pitroda called the PM his Gujarati friend and said he had no issues with him at an individual level.
PM Modi Wishes Sam Pitroda On Diwali After Congress Leader Calls Him 'Gujarati Friend'
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi greeted Indian Overseas Congress president Sam Pitroda and his wife Anjana through festive greetings after his positive remarks about him during a recent interview. Sam Pitroda termed PM Modi as a loving, kind and
He said that training alone is not enough, and that we must respect our teachers and researchers, pay them better, equip them well, and honour them
'Held grudge over suspension': Woman stabbed repeatedly by ex-colleague in Bengaluru
KL Rahul invests in PlayBlue, joins as brand ambassador ahead of flagship store launch
KL Rahul will invest in PlayBlue, a multi-brand sports retail venture launching its flagship store on November 14. The flagship store in Bengaluru will feature over 75 brands, including apparel and sporting equipment. PlayBlue aims to create an integrated platform that offers expert guidance and experiential retail for consumers. It plans to expand its presence to more than 100 stores across India over the next five years.
Whiskers and Tails to be launched on November 13 in Bengaluru
Siri Soraba, the seven-year-old writer, has also illustrated her stories.
Work On Success Stories Of Country: PM Modi To Indian Media At Diwali Milan
PM Modi said he has had a long relationship with the media, right from the days he used to arrange chairs at such events.
Bengaluru man threatens wife with pistol, forces her to file gang-rape complaint against his enemies
Bengaluru man threatens wife with pistol, forces her to file gang-rape complaint against his enemies Bengaluru: In a shocking incident reported from Bismillahnagar in Sadduguntepalya, a woman has alleged on Thursday that her husband threatened her with a pistol and assaulted her, forcing her to lodge a false gang-rape complaint against people he considers his [] The post Bengaluru man threatens wife with pistol, forces her to file gang-rape complaint against his enemies appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Wife allegedly stabs husband to death with kitchen knife in Bengaluru
Police suspect the murder was the outcome of a domestic dispute
Besides flagging off Madgaon-Yesvantpur Vande Bharat Express in Mangaluru, the Railway Minister will dedicate several development projects to the nation
Bengaluru researcher among six Infosys Science Foundation prize winners for 2026
A total of 222 applications were received across six categories with the highest for Engineering and Computer Science category, ISF said
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday extended Diwali and Gujarati New Year greetings with Indian Overseas Congress chief Sam Pitroda and his wife, Anjana, after the Congress leader praised the PM for his personal warmth...
22, 24 carat Gold prices down across metro cities on November 12
Techie Out To Distribute Her Wedding Invite Dies After Truck Hits Scooter In Bengaluru
Sindhushree, a software professional, and her cousin sister were killed after a lorry collided with their two-wheeler in Bengaluru's Deepanjalinagar locality on Wednesday evening.
Almost entire Indian railway network electrified: PM Modi highlights accelerated development
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday pointed to the electrification of the Indian Railways as a prime example of accelerated execution under his administration. Addressing the media at a Diwali Milan at BJP Headquarters in Delhi, PM Modi contrasted the pace of infrastructure development and welfare delivery over the past decade with previous decades. He said that critical national projects that once took generations are now nearing full completion. In our country, the electrification of the railways has been underway since the 1930s, meaning it began 100 years ago. Yet, by 2014, even after 90 years, only 30 per cent of the work had been completed. Had we continued at that same pace, it would have taken several more decades to finish. Today, however, almost the entire Indian railway network has been electrified, he said. Criticising the previous government, PM Modi asserted that it promised to eradicate poverty every election cycle; however, under the Modi administration, the poor...
Viksit Bharat goal within reach; 2047 not a deadline to wait for: PM Modi
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Nov 12 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday said the goal of a Viksit Bharat is entirely within reach, given the achievements India has made in recent years. He emphasised that 2047, the centenary of India's Independence, should not be seen as a deadline until which the country must wait, but as a goal towards which continuous progress must be made. Addressing the Deepwali Milan Samaroh at the BJP headquarters, hosted by BJP National President Nitin Nabin, in the presence of senior party leaders, including Union Home Minister Amit Shah, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, and Union Minister J.P. Nadda, the Prime Minister highlighted India's achievements across various sectors and called for greater efforts to communicate the country's success stories. Given the achievements with which India is moving forward today, the goal of a Viksit Bharat is entirely within reach, PM Modi said. Citing India's technological and infrastructural progress, he said the country has achieved milestones that were once difficult to imagine. Who would have imagined that India would make history by landing near the Moon's south pole; it would become the world's second-largest mobile manufacturer? During these same 12 years, India has built the world's third-largest startup ecosystem. Today, our UPI has become the largest real-time payment system globally, he said. If we can achieve all this, then the dream of a Viksit Bharat can certainly be realised. Who would have thought that the world's highest railway arch bridge would be built over the Chenab River? he added. Referring to the infrastructure development witnessed over the past 12 years, PM Modi recalled how even the construction of a four-lane road was once considered a major achievement. Friends, remember that 12 years ago, even building a four-lane road was considered a major achievement. I remember that during my first one or two years as Chief Minister, whenever I visited a village, the requests I received in memorandums were often along these lines: 'Sir, during the drought, when work is undertaken, please ensure that at least a road is built in our village', he said. The Prime Minister also spoke about the changing approach towards poverty alleviation, saying that while earlier governments repeatedly promised to eradicate poverty, the country was now witnessing people overcoming poverty and a reduction in poverty levels. There was a time when every leader spoke about eradicating poverty from the Red Fort. It was almost like a constant mantra for them. Promises to eliminate poverty were made in every election. But today, the poor are actually overcoming poverty themselves, and we are witnessing poverty being reduced, he said. Emphasising that the country should not wait until 2047 to achieve the vision of a developed India, PM Modi drew a parallel with India's freedom movement. Friends, I would like to make one more point. The 2047 deadline does not mean that we have to wait until then. Think about India's freedom movement. The goal of complete independence was not something that could be achieved in a day or two. But gradually, smaller goals were set and achieved, which built people's confidence that independence would certainly be attained. Eventually, the entire country stood united with that resolve. It is this confidence among the people that will take us towards the goal of a developed India, he said. The Prime Minister also highlighted the importance of communication in shaping perceptions about India and urged the media to play a greater role in taking the country's achievements to a global audience. Alongside India's achievements, I have also come to make a few requests to you. As you all know, communication is the greatest strength of the connected world of the 21st century. We have a young population, talent, technology, affordable data and, most importantly, a wonderful story to tell the world: the India Story, he said. Referring to his monthly radio programme 'Mann Ki Baat', PM Modi said he has consistently sought to provide a platform for the achievements of the country and its people. Through my Mann Ki Baat programme, I continuously try to provide a platform for the achievements of the country and its people. I would also urge the media in India to work on stories highlighting the country's successes and take them forward. This would be a significant contribution to national service, he said. Concluding his address, the Prime Minister extended greetings to the gathering on the festive occasions of Diwali, Navratri and Chhath Puja.
Police examine legal options over accused man's daughter in Bengaluru mass murder case
Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Nov 12 (IANS) The Bengaluru police are examining legal options regarding the daughter of accused Indushekar in the shocking mass murder case, as she was a minor at the time of the alleged crime but has recently turned 18. The police are also verifying documents to confirm her age. Police said on Thursday that they are further contemplating seeking the opinion of legal experts and are also examining previous court judgments to determine the course of action against her. According to police, the law provides for an assessment in certain cases involving accused persons aged between 16 and 18 who are alleged to have committed serious offences such as murder and in rarest of the rare cases, based on whether they were capable of understanding the consequences of their actions. The police are examining whether any special legal provisions could be applicable in the present case, considering the gravity of the alleged crime. The investigators are also assessing the mental capacity of Indushekar's daughter. If the police are unable to proceed under provisions applicable to serious offences involving persons aged between 16 and 18, she may have to be produced before and dealt with by the Juvenile Justice Board. Police would also require the permission of the Juvenile Justice Board to question her in connection with the case. The investigators are currently questioning the accused over her alleged role in the deaths of seven members of her family and her alleged assistance to her father in carrying out the killings. She is accused of joining hands with her father and assisting him in the killing and disposal of the body of her mother. Police suspect that she allegedly helped lure her relatives, including her father's mother-in-law, her own uncles and aunts, to the house. According to the investigation, she allegedly contacted the relatives and invited them home, saying that she wanted to have non-vegetarian food as her mother had gone elsewhere. Police suspect that after her father allegedly killed the relatives at the house, she assisted him in disposing of the bodies at different locations in Karnataka and Tamil Nadu. The police have also searched the accused's house and are examining documents to reconfirm her age at the time of the alleged offences. The investigation is continuing as the police seek to establish the daughter's exact role in the alleged killings and examine the legal provisions applicable to her based on her age at the time of the crime. It can be noted that police have recovered all seven bodies in the murder case involving members of a single family, with the investigation now focussing on establishing the motive behind the killings. Indushekar, who has been brought to Bengaluru, reportedly told investigators during preliminary questioning that mental harassment by his wife and her family, along with property-related disputes, drove him to commit the murders. However, police suspect that there could be other motives behind the crime and are cross-checking his statements to gather further information. Police teams, accompanied by the accused, conducted searches in different parts of Karnataka and Tamil Nadu to recover the bodies. After working day and night for four days to trace the victims and complete the necessary procedures, police recovered all seven bodies. The bodies were handed over to the respective families after legal formalities, and the final rites have been performed. Based on information provided by the accused, a police team reached the dense forest region of Shiradi Ghat, spread across parts of Hassan and Mangaluru districts, on Monday and recovered the bodies of his brother-in-law Shankar and sister-in-law Nalini. Police had earlier recovered five bodies, including that of a 10-year-old boy. The bodies of Indushekar's wife Sunitha and mother-in-law Roopavathi were traced near Salem in Tamil Nadu. The bodies of his brother-in-law Shivakumar and sister-in-law Divya were recovered from two locations in the gorges beside the road at Chamundi Hills in Mysuru. The body of 10-year-old Puneeth, Shankar's son, was found near Nandi Hills on the outskirts of Bengaluru. Indushekar, also known as Indu Shekar or Sekar, was arrested by the Rajajinagar police in connection with the alleged murders. The victims were identified as his wife Sunitha, mother-in-law Roopavathi, brothers-in-law Shivakumar and Shankar, sisters-in-law Divya and Nalini, and Puneeth. The murders are suspected to have taken place over around 20 days, between October 14 and November 3. Investigators suspect that the accused brought his wife's relatives to his house in the Rajajinagar-Bhashyam Circle area on the pretext of family gatherings before allegedly killing them and transporting their bodies to different locations. Police are also questioning his daughter and verifying her statements as part of the investigation. A 10-year-old boy reportedly survived the incident. Investigators are continuing their efforts to establish the exact motive behind the killings and verify the accused man's claims.
Viksit Bharat 2047 Target Is Achievable, Says PM Modi at BJP HQ Diwali Milan
Prime Minister Narendra Modi stated that Indias target to transform into a developed nation by 2047 is entirely achievable, driven by recent advancements in space exploration, infrastructure, and economic growth. Speaking at a Diwali Milan programme at the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) headquarters in New Delhi, Modi emphasised that establishing a clear deadline fundamentally alters [] The post Viksit Bharat 2047 Target Is Achievable, Says PM Modi at BJP HQ Diwali Milan appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
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Ahead of Prime Minister Modis visit, Bengaluru implements extensive security measures with thousands of police deployed across the city. Tight Security Measures in Bengaluru Ahead of PM Modis Visit
Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Nov 12 (IANS) My daughter was supposed to celebrate her 'haldi' ceremony today. Instead, I am preparing to cremate her. Her wedding reception was scheduled for Sunday, and our entire house was filled with wedding preparations. Everything is over now. These heartbreaking words of Nanjundappa, who lost his only daughter Sindhushree (29) in a road accident, captured the unimaginable grief of a family that was eagerly preparing for her wedding. At the mortuary on Thursday, the inconsolable father repeatedly lamented that his daughter should have been celebrating the first day of her wedding ceremonies instead of lying dead before him. Sindhushree, a software professional, and her cousin sister Vidya (19), a final-year diploma student, were killed after a lorry collided with their two-wheeler in Bengaluru's Deepanjalinagar locality on Wednesday evening. Thursday was supposed to mark the beginning of Sindhushree's wedding celebrations, with the 'Arashina Shastra (haldi)' and 'Bale Shastra' ceremonies scheduled to take place. Her wedding reception had been fixed for Sunday, and the family had made elaborate preparations for the occasion. Speaking amid tears at the mortuary, Nanjundappa said his daughter had stepped out at the last moment to distribute one final wedding invitation. My daughter was a software professional, while I earn my living by driving an autorickshaw. She had gone out saying that she had one last wedding invitation to deliver. While she was returning, this tragedy took place. Today was supposed to be her 'haldi' ceremony, but we are now preparing for her cremation. Her reception was fixed for Sunday. I had bought everything for the wedding, and the entire house is filled with marriage-related items. Everything is finished now, he said, breaking down. He said Vidya, who also died in the accident, was his sister's daughter. While his sister had two children, he had only one daughter, making the loss even more devastating for the family. The family, which had been looking forward to celebrating Sindhushree's wedding, was plunged into mourning overnight. Photographs and videos of her wedding preparations have gone viral on social media, with people expressing shock and grief over the tragedy. Relatives also questioned the movement of goods vehicles in the locality and demanded accountability for the accident. They alleged that if heavy goods vehicles had not been allowed on the road, the tragedy could have been avoided. Who is responsible for this? The parents had only one child. What will they do now? If the police had not allowed goods vehicles to move in this area, this accident might not have happened. Who will take responsibility for the two lives lost? family members questioned. According to the police, Sindhushree had borrowed a two-wheeler from a neighbour and gone out to distribute a wedding invitation to a relative. Preliminary investigations indicate that the lorry hit the two-wheeler while the women were travelling, causing them to fall on the road and come under the wheels of the heavy vehicle. The police have launched a search for the lorry driver, who fled after the accident. What was meant to be a day of turmeric rituals, wedding celebrations and family gatherings has instead turned into a day of mourning, leaving behind a devastated father and a family struggling to come to terms with the loss of two young women.
Bengaluru, the banyan tree that never stops growing
There will always be differences between parties. Thats democracy at work. When it comes to building Bengaluru, the city must come first. The partnership between the Centre and the State is not just constitutional, it is essential for a city this size.
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Centre approves renaming of 3 Metro Stations on Bengaluru's Pink Line
Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Nov 12 (IANS) The Centre has approved the Karnataka government's proposal to rename three stations on the elevated section of Bengaluru's Namma Metro Pink Line, Minister for Bengaluru Development Krishna Byre Gowda said on Thursday. The three stations will be renamed as Bilekahalli-IIMB, NS Palya-JP Nagar 4th Phase and SG Palya in place of IIMB, JP Nagar 4th Phase and Tavarekere, respectively. Happy to note that State Government proposal has been approved by the Government of India to carry out below station name changes on the elevated portion of the Pink Line, Krishna Byre Gowda said. He said the changes were made in accordance with local demands and that the proposals were discussed and finalised in the presence of Minister of Forest, Ecology and Environment of Karnataka Ramalinga Reddy, Bengaluru South MP Tejasvi Surya and MLAs Satish Reddy and Uday Garudachar. According to the order, a State Government Committee examined representations received regarding the naming and renaming of stations under Bengaluru Metro Rail Project Phase-2, Corridor-4, and made recommendations to the Centre. The name of Kalena Agrahara Metro Station has been retained as it is the name of the revenue village. No representations were received seeking a change in the names of Hulimavu and Jayadeva Metro stations. The committee recommended prefixing IIMB Metro Station with Bilekahalli, the name of the revenue village in the area. The station will now be known as Bilekahalli-IIMB. Similarly, JP Nagar 4th Phase Metro Station will be renamed NS Palya-JP Nagar 4th Phase, with NS Palya being the name of the revenue village in the area. The existing Tavarekere Metro Station will be renamed SG Palya (Sadduguntepalya). While Tavarekere is the name of the revenue village, it is located some distance from the station, the order noted. SG Palya, the name of the Greater Bengaluru Authority ward, is more popularly associated with the area, leading to the recommendation for the name change. Surya Narayan Jha, Deputy Secretary to the Government of India in the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs, has communicated the Centre's approval to the Additional Chief Secretary of Karnataka's Urban Development Department. The three renamed stations are part of the 7.5-km elevated section of the Pink Line between Kalena Agrahara and the station previously known as Tavarekere, which Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to inaugurate on Friday, November 13. The Prime Minister is scheduled to flag off the Metro service at 12.30 p.m. near Dairy Circle and travel by Metro to the Bilekahalli-IIMB station for the main event. The opening of the new section will increase Bengaluru's operational Metro network from 96.1 km to 103.6 km, taking the city past the 100-km mark and making it India's second-largest Metro network. Commercial services on the newly inaugurated section are expected to commence on Saturday.
The Work Behind Every Society: How NoBrokerHood Keeps 25,000+ Communities Running
PNN Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], November 12: A food delivery executive arrives at the gate of a residential complex. A resident is expecting a guest, another has booked a plumber, and a family has just received a grocery order. At the same time, the society's management committee needs to check maintenance payments and respond to a resident's complaint. These are routine moments in apartment living, but each involves a different person, approval or administrative task. When multiplied across thousands of housing societies, managing them becomes a significant operational exercise. Imagine the chaos! NoBrokerHood, the society management app by NoBroker, brings these everyday activities together on a single platform, helping security teams, residents and management committees coordinate the work that keeps a housing society running. With a presence across more than 25,000 societies, the platform supports not just gate security, but also the administrative and financial responsibilities...
Sam Pitroda Praises PM Modi as an Effective Speaker and Hardworking Individual
Sam Pitroda commends PM Modi as a skilled speaker, despite political differences, highlighting personal respect and kindness. Sam Pitroda Praises PM Modi as an Effective Speaker and Hardworking Individual
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Sam Pitroda praises PM Modi, calls him 'kind, hardworking', says he has no personal issues
Indian Overseas Congress chief Sam Pitroda has praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi, describing him as a good orator who is very warm, kind, loving and caring at a personal level. He also said he had no personal issues with the Prime Minister, stressing that his differences with him were ideological.
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Gold, silver prices today, 12 November: Check retail price of 18K, 22K and 24K gold and 999 Fine silver in your cities Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Chennai, Coimbatore, Delhi, Hyderabad, Kolkata, and Mumbai.
Wheels down: Karnataka regional airports struggle as UDAN subsidies end
Hyderabad beats five major metros in Swachh Vayu Sarvekshan 2026
Hyderabad: In the Swachh Vayu Sarvekshan 2026, Hyderabad has outperformed five major metros, Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Chennai and Kolkata, to emerge as the best-performing city among Indias six major metropolitan cities. In the ranking, the city bagged the 19th position among urban centres with a population of more than 10 lakh. In the assessment conducted Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
PM Modi very kind, warm, hardworking: Sam Pitroda (IANS Exclusive)
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Nov 12 (IANS) Indian Overseas Congress Chief Sam Pitroda has described Prime Minister Narendra Modi as a good orator who is very warm, kind, loving and caring, while adding that he has no personal issues with the Prime Minister. Pitroda's surprising remarks came in response to a question about Congress Parliamentary Party (CPP) Chairperson Sonia Gandhi once describing PM Modi as a ig orator. When asked for his opinion of the Prime Minister, Pitroda, in an exclusive interview with IANS, said that he espects him (PM Modi) as a person and thinks that he is hardworking. He (PM Modi) is a Gujarati friend. I respect him as a person. I met him. My wife and I met him. He's been very warm, very kind, very loving, caring at a personal level. Of course, he's a good orator, hardworking, okay. We get along well, Pitroda told IANS. We have no personal issues. I have nothing against Mr Modi as a Gujarati leader, friend, and well-wisher. He's very warm to me. No issues about that. I appreciate that, he further said. The Congress leader said that the issues he has with PM Modi are based on ideologies and not on a personal level. And equally on my side, you know, I've been to his house in Gujarat several times. But I may have issues with his views of the world. I may have issues with his ideology. But that's a separate issue; that's not against the individual. It's against the idea. And these are two separate things. You know, I can disagree with Mr Modi, and I can also have dinner with him and have a laugh. So I have no issues, he added. In 2018, Sonia Gandhi had said that she agreed that PM Modi is a ig orator. Modi takes pride in his ability to deliver good speeches. I completely agree that he is a good orator and speaks like an actor... But the country is surprised that wherever he goes, he speaks wrong, she had reportedly said.
Mysuru village tense after clash during Siddeshwara Swamy procession
Mysuru: A dispute over bursting firecrackers during the procession of Sri Siddeshwara Swamys annual fair triggered a clash between two Dalit groups at Karya village in Nanjangud taluk, resulting in stone-pelting and injuries to three people, including a child. The injured were identified as Anand, Bharath and Abhi, along with a child. They were taken 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 .
In a major boost to rail connectivity along the Western Ghats and coastal corridor, South Western Railway (SWR) has decided to introduce a new Vande Bharat Express service connecting Bengaluru and Goa. According to the information shared, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will flag off the Bengaluru-Mangaluru-Madgaon Vande Bharat Express during his upcoming visit to Karnataka on November 1314, 2026. Following two inaugural special runs on Friday, November 13, 2026, regular commercial operations will commence on Sunday, November 15, 2026. The train will run between Yesvantpur Junction in Bengaluru and Madgaon station in Goa.
'Feel like Ive won Olympic gold again': MM Somaya as Bengaluru cops recover his stolen medals
PM Modi Shares Timeless Wisdom on Social Media to Inspire Public Service
Prime Minister Modi shared a Sanskrit verse on social media, highlighting the virtues of selfless service and dedication to the public good. PM Modi Shares Timeless Wisdom on Social Media to Inspire Public Service
Gold prices declined across international markets as a stronger US dollar and concerns over further interest-rate hikes weighed on bullion. Check the latest 24K and 22K gold rates across Mumbai, Delhi, Chennai, Kolkata, Bengaluru, and Hyderabad.
Ethanol blending in petrol: Shivakumar hits out at Centre, claims damage to vehicles
Mysuru, Nov 11:Karnataka Chief Minister D K Shivakumar on Wednesday questioned the Centres accountability over the problems arising from ethanol blending in petrol, claiming that vehicles across the country were suffering reduced mileage and engine damage. Reacting to the BJPs protest against price rise in Bengaluru, he said the opposition party should also raise concerns over the alleged adverse impact of ethanol blending on vehicles. Let the BJP protest against price rise; its politics. But when petrol and diesel prices increased, ethanol was mixed in vehicles, with the blending going beyond 20 per cent to 30 per cent. Mileage has come down. Vehicles are getting damaged, Engines are suffering damage, and vehicles are stopping midway. Cant they (BJP) see this? Dont they know about it, Shivakumar asked, while speaking to reporters.
Nagaland: ICFRE scientists identify foothill areas as promising for Sandalwood cultivation
Dimapur: Nagalands foothill regions offer promising conditions for Sandalwood cultivation due to their favourable moisture levels and fertile soil, according to scientists from the Indian Council of Forestry Research and Education (ICFRE). A team of researchers from the ICFRE-Institute of Wood Science and Technology (IWST), Bengaluru, the ICFRE-Institute of Forest Biodiversity (IFB) and the ICFRE-Rain [] The post Nagaland: ICFRE scientists identify foothill areas as promising for Sandalwood cultivation appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Ranveer Singh and Deepika Padukone Celebrate First Diwali as Parents in Bengaluru
Ranveer Singh and Deepika Padukone spent Diwali 2026 with close family in Bengaluru, celebrating their first festival as parents of two daughters. A candid picture of the event has gone viral online. The post Ranveer Singh and Deepika Padukone Celebrate First Diwali as Parents in Bengaluru first appeared on informalnewz .
Confident of trade pact ahead of PM Modi's trip: Canada envoy
Christopher Cooter, Canadas high commissioner to India, expressed hope for the imminent finalization of the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement. This agreement aims to bolster trade relations ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's scheduled visit next month. Cooter emphasized that new international student policies focus on eliminating fraudulent schools while still welcoming legitimate Indian student applications.
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Somaya home burglary: All medals recovered, 2 arrested
