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Difficult For Bowlers To Build Pressure, Hes A Hard Player To Stop': Pujara On Hope
New Delhi: Former India batter Cheteshwar Pujara has credited Shai Hopes composure and shot selection for the West Indies batting success against India in the ongoing white-ball series, while highlighting Keemo Pauls decisive bowling spell as a turning point in the visitors latest victory. Assessing the West Indies performance after their win over India, Pujara pointed to the visitors calculated aggression, their ability to exploit errors in the Indian bowling attack and the pressure they created across both innings, warning that the hosts would need greater discipline and variation in Bengaluru. He also identified Hopes approach at the crease as a major reason behind his remarkable consistency throughout the series. Shai Hope has been a problem for India in this white-ball series against the West Indies and what stands out is that he does not rely on blind slogging. He backs his natural game and picks his gaps. That is why he scores so quickly without taking too many risks. The way he times the ball, plays normal cricketing shots, and knows his areas well is what makes him so effective. Hes also a good player of spin because this pitch was a little challenging for the batters to dominate the spinners. But he had a lot of clarity. When a batter has that kind of control, it becomes very difficult for the bowlers to build pressure. Once hes set, hes a hard player to stop. And if you look at his strike rate, it has been phenomenal throughout the series. His four hundreds are now the most by any batter on a tour of India and he has been the standout performer in this T20I series and the numbers prove it, Pujara told JioStar. While Hopes contributions have stood out with the bat, Pujara reserved special praise for Keemo Paul, whose intervention with the ball proved instrumental in the West Indies success. Paul made an immediate impact by dismissing Sanju Samson with his first delivery before removing Ishan Kishan in the same over. He returned in the 19th over to deliver another decisive blow with a three-wicket over. This win was all about Keemo Paul. He struck gold with his very first delivery of the game, getting the big wicket of Sanju Samson, who got caught at deep backward square-leg. Paul then got rid of Ishan Kishan in the same over and then came back to seal it in the 19th over with a three-wicket over. With their backs against the wall and both the last two games being must-wins, West Indies have not only avoided a series defeat for now but also sent the hosts a strong message that they are here to win, he added. Pujara also pointed to the collective effort of the West Indies batters, particularly Hope, Shimron Hetmyer and Sherfane Rutherford, in exposing weaknesses in Indias bowling plans. According to the former India batter, the visitors attacking intent was complemented by their sharp reading of lengths, leaving the Indian bowlers with little room for error. The way the West Indian batters went after us in the powerplay, and even after the powerplay, the Indian bowlers didnt hit the right lengths. They didnt show a lot of variations in their bowling. But sometimes you also need to appreciate the kind of batting the West Indies players produced, the kind of shots they played, especially Shai Hope, Shimron Hetmyer and Sherfane Rutherford. All three of them were key players in their sides victory. They were exceptional. Pujara also pointed to the collective effort of the West Indies batters, particularly Hope, Shimron Hetmyer and Sherfane Rutherford, in exposing weaknesses in Indias bowling plans. According to the former India batter, the visitors attacking intent was complemented by their sharp reading of lengths, leaving the Indian bowlers with little room for error. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Sanju Samson provides medical update on Arshdeep Singh; will he play fifth T20I in Bengaluru?
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K'taka BJP thanks Centre for forming panel to address sugarcane farmers demands
Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Oct 15 (IANS) Karnataka BJP President and MLA B.Y. Vijayendra on Thursday thanked the Centre for responding to the legitimate demands of sugarcane farmers in Karnataka and Maharashtra by constituting a high-level committee to examine their concerns. In a statement, Vijayendra said the committee, headed by former NITI Aayog member Professor Ramesh Chand, was formed to find comprehensive solutions to the issues faced by sugarcane growers. He expressed gratitude to Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan and Union Minister Pralhad Joshi for taking the farmers demands seriously and responding to them positively. Vijayendra said Prime Minister Narendra Modis government was firmly committed to ensuring that farmers receive fair prices for their produce and that their problems are addressed through lasting solutions. The committee will work towards addressing key concerns, including the cost of sugarcane production, an increase in the minimum selling price (MSP) and transparency in weighing systems, he said. Stating that the BJP and the NDA government at the Centre stood firmly with farmers, Vijayendra said they were committed to ensuring that sugarcane growers received appropriate support and justice. Protecting farmers interests, improving the well-being of their families and ensuring the sustainable growth of the agricultural sector remained the top priorities, he added. It can be recalled that Union Minister Joshi said on Thursday that the Centre has taken swift steps to address the demands of sugarcane farmers and resolve issues in the sugar sector by constituting a joint committee headed by a former NITI Aayog member. In a statement, Joshi said the Centre had acted within just two days of giving an assurance at a high-level meeting held in New Delhi earlier this week, demonstrating its commitment to addressing farmers concerns. The joint committee, headed by Professor Ramesh Chand, former member of NITI Aayog, will meet sugarcane farmers, particularly in Karnataka and Maharashtra, to assess their problems and understand the ground realities, he said. The committee will hold consultations, conduct research and undertake a comprehensive assessment of the issues affecting the sugar sector. It will submit a detailed report containing specific recommendations to the Union government at the earliest, Joshi added. The panel will conduct an in-depth study of various aspects of the sugar sector, including the demand for higher remunerative returns for sugarcane farmers, taking into account the cost of cultivation and other relevant factors. Joshi said the Centre had responded promptly to the farmers demands and initiated measures to find comprehensive solutions to the challenges facing sugarcane growers and the sugar industry. It can also be noted that Union Minister Joshi had written to Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar, urging the state government to respond promptly to the demands of sugarcane farmers and take measures to safeguard their interests. In the letter, Joshi referred to the detailed discussions held with sugarcane farmers and their representatives in New Delhi on October 12. Following the meeting, the farmers submitted a representation highlighting various issues they face in the state. Joshi urged the Chief Minister to take immediate action on several demands, including an independent inspection of sugar recovery rates, transparent inspection of weighing machines, a review of the eight per cent deduction for mechanical harvesting and the announcement of the State Advisory Price (SAP) for sugarcane. He called upon the state government to respond to the farmers demands without delay and take appropriate steps to address their concerns.
Kumaraswamy hits out at govt after CCB questions JDS workers
BENGALURU: Union Minister H.D. Kumaraswamy has criticised the Karnataka government after the Central Crime Branch (CCB) police questioned two people associated with the JDS social media team in connection with an alleged sting operation involving former chief minister Siddaramaiah. The police action reportedly followed a complaint by Siddaramaiah. Investigators are said to be examining online 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 .
Past rivalry leads to shooting near Bengaluru
Bengaluru: A dispute dating back nearly a year allegedly culminated in a shooting near the NICE Road flyover at Pillaganahalli in Bengaluru, where real estate businessman Sampangi reportedly fired three rounds at Srinivas, also known as Mental Seena, on the evening of Wednesday, October 14. Srinivas suffered bullet injuries to his leg and was rushed 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 .
Pandal Hopping In Bengaluru 2026: 7 Durga Puja Venues Worth Your Time
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IND vs WI 4th T20I: Hope and Paul shine as West Indies level series 2-2
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Sanju Samson Shares Arshdeep Injury Update
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'Steel And Velvet': What Smriti Mandhana Brings As India's New All-format Captain
What Smriti Mandhana: The first thing Biju George noticed about a teenaged Smriti Mandhana at the BCCI's first-ever Under-19 girls' camp, held in Guntur in 2013/14, was the cover drive. Tall and bespectacled, Smriti leaned into the ball so sweetly while playing the cover drive that George nicknamed her 'Lady Dada'. The second thing he noticed was her gutsy nature when she came to him to solve an issue. She came up to me and said, 'Listen, I find it difficult. I am like a compulsory hooker. So people get me out with that and I want to work on that,' George said to IANS. He and a colleague, Raghu, took her to the indoor nets at the old NCA and threw balls at her for hours till the issue was solved. That habit and maturity runs through almost every account of Smriti Mandhana, India's new all-format captain. Harmanpreet Kaur stepped down as Indias skipper on October 6, though she will carry on as a player. She leaves after leading India to its first-ever ODI World Cup at home in 2025, a second Asian Games gold medal and twin Asia Cup triumphs. But under Harmanpreets captaincy, India was also a T20I side that has gone out in the group stage of the last two World Cups, though she was hamstrung by the absence of key all-rounders this year. Smriti, 30, has led India in 18 T20Is and four ODIs as a stand-in captain and taken Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) to WPL titles in 2024 and 2026, apart. This year she passed Mithali Raj as the leading run-scorer in women's international cricket, made a record 18th international hundred to surpass Meg Lanning, and moved past Suzie Bates to be at the top of the T20I run charts. In March, Mattel made her a one-of-a-kind Barbie doll, the first cricketer to be bestowed with that honour. Aarti Vaidya, the former India player and national selector, feels a measured and assured Smriti is very prepared to begin life as the sides captain. She has played a lot of WBBL and franchise matches in England too. So she has that international cricket experience of handling and being with different teams and that helps. Similar views are echoed by Malolan Rangarajan, RCB's women's head coach. It's very well deserving for someone who has worked so hard on her game and also contributed so much to Indian cricket. She has been Indias vice-captain for such a long time and so, it's a well-deserved elevation and adds another feather in Smriti's cap, he said to IANS. It also helped that when Smriti captained RCB, it had former international captains like Heather Knight and Sophie Devine. While picking her, it wasn't like we were waiting to see how good a captain she was. She had captained before she joined RCB also. So she was very well experienced back then itself. But having worked with her over a period of 4-5 years now, you get to know the person also. She is a leader of a team and not a leader of select individuals. She always thinks about what's best for the team, how can this team, and anything with it, go forward. I'm pretty sure regardless of her being the Indian captain or not, even as the vice-captain, she was always thinking about how well she can contribute and take Indian cricket forward, added Rangarajan. Asked about instances in WPL where Smriti the skipper shined, Rangarajan is wary of reducing it to a single moment. She's got an extraordinary pulse of the game. She knows what works, and what doesn't work. With her, it was always about knowing what's best for the team and what's best for a situation. So I can't point out a single situation in which Smriti was amazing. She's a very, very, very experienced player. She knows a lot of Indian and international girls. Even tactically, she's very, very adept - knows exactly what to do when and just overall, her experience has been amazing, he said. Tejal Hasabnis, who will play under Smriti in the ODI series against Zimbabwe in Vadodara, knows Smriti well from the Maharashtra days. Getting to debut internationally under Smritis captaincy during the 50-over clash against New Zealand in Ahmedabad in 2024 will always be a fun fact worth cherishing for the right-handed batter. Growing up, I have played a lot of cricket under her. She used to lead Maharashtra senior side as well. So, yes, it will be very familiar and I am just looking forward to it. I am so excited because this is kind of a new chapter starting for the Indian women's cricket team. So, I am very excited to see how she approaches it and what will come next. She also gives a glowing assessment of what playing under Smritis captaincy is like. Basically, Smriti is someone who is a very calm and thoughtful person off the field and is the same on the field. I feel she is someone who prepares and then she just comes there and executes her plan with a calm head. Even in domestic games, she was pretty clear on what she wanted from the team. She gave us role clarity - like what she expects from the players and when just out there, she supports us to execute our plans. Former India player Soniya Dabir was Smritis roommate when she first broke into Maharashtra's senior side as a shy teenager. Made the sides captain at 16, Smriti leaned on the senior players rather than trying to impress them. She used to listen to everyone for help in terms of formulating strategies. She could make it out whose advice was to be taken and used to think about the situations differently. That thought process was very clear from a young age. With the bat, we always believed that as long as she was there, we could still go ahead and win the match. Smriti has spent her India career under two very different leaders: the measured Mithali Raj and Harmanpreet, whose fire a team still learning to believe in itself needed a lot. Luckily for her, she got to play under Mithali and Harman for a long time. So she is quite experienced for that job and on and off, when Harman was not available, she was also taking her place, says Aarti. George puts this captaincy change in a well-thought phrase. Harman was steel-steel. Now Smriti will be steel and velvet. Harman can be aloof at certain times. Smriti is never aloof. Smriti is always available and I know the girls will love working with Smriti. He calls it a new era for India, where the captaincy is more welcoming. In Georges view, Smriti is that one girl who will always listen and one of the few who would reach out and ask. Smriti and Jemi (Jemimah Rodrigues) are a few people who have never changed, he said. Aarti feels the change at the helm has arrived at the right time. I just thought time had come for her to take charge now. I guess she would handle it properly because she has that experience with her. George, though, will watch out for one adjustment. Challenges will be working with the same support staff because they were so much used to Harman's style of captaincy. A home Champions Trophy in February 2027, then the T20 World Cup and the Los Angeles Olympics in 2028, and ODI World Cup title defence in 2029 a great showing in all of them will be on Smritis radar. Results will decide how her captaincy will be judged, especially with the social media era quick in asking questions and hurling criticisms. That level of scrutiny, long reserved for India's men's captains, is a measure of how far the women's game has come. Harmanpreet built a side that learned to fight, and then to win and constantly challenge big teams. Smritis task will be to take it up a notch and also crack the code of success in the shortest format while being the ever-dependable batter. She's been playing the sport at the highest level for a while now. She knows what it takes to play at that level. Not only play, but to also be a superstar at that level. So, it's come at a very good time for her and the Indian cricket team. Knowing Smriti, the only thing she'll be thinking about is how she can take this team to the next level. They've obviously won the World Cup in the 50 overs and knowing her, she'll be thoroughly and fully focused on how she can make this team even better, added Rangarajan. It also helps that Smriti is easily approachable and shows empathy towards newbies and youngsters to give them a sense of belonging. With Smriti, what you see is what you get. Regardless of her seniority or experience, she conducts herself in a very, very calm manner. She's very approachable, and I'm pretty sure if you speak to more girls, they'll echo the same sentiment of how good Smriti is around the group and how she is. RCB also has found a couple of players who came in as uncapped players and have now gone on to play for the country, and that's a testament to how Smriti has led the team, said Rangarajan. He also feels Smriti can easily compartmentalise her batting and captaincy duties. Again, Smriti is experienced enough to detach the two. When she captains, she captains and when she bats, she's mature and experienced enough to think like a batter and do what's required for the team. So, knowing her as a person, I don't think it's going to make too much of a difference, her being a captain or not. Soniya also agrees with it. I don't think that captaincy pressure will matter that much to her. She is used to it now. Like she said in an interview, a captain is more answerable. So now she has an idea of what she is going to face. She will take it as an opportunity. There are still lots of trophies to be won. Aarti adds, If you have that hunger to win, then obviously there are a lot of things which come your way and I guess she has that hunger and proved it during WPL also. She has handled the team there very well. Rangarajan returns to clarity of thought in Smriti, the leader. Smriti is such an experienced player. She knows every player - literally every player. Practically, shes very, very clear. She doesn't waste her time around and wants to do what's right for the team. Even in meetings, she's very clear with the messaging that needs to go out to the team. She's been absolutely good and I don't expect her to do anything different in the Indian team. Aarti adds, If you have that hunger to win, then obviously there are a lot of things which come your way and I guess she has that hunger and proved it during WPL also. She has handled the team there very well. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
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Hope ton helps West Indies level T20 series at 2-2 in India
Keemo Paul then led the bowling charge with figures of 5-41 to bowl out India for 223 as West Indies bounced back to level the five-match series at 2-2, setting up a decider on Sunday in Bengaluru.
The West Indies: West Indies captain Shai Hope backed his bowling decisions after his side defeated India by 24 runs in the fourth T20I, saying the conditions were more even for both teams and the visitors had done well to give themselves a chance to win the series in Bengaluru. Hope led from the front with an unbeaten 102 off 50 balls before Keemo Paul claimed a five-wicket haul to help West Indies defend their massive total of 247/3 and level the five-match series 2-2 on Wednesday. Reflecting on the decision to give Gudakesh Motie only two overs despite the spinner taking two wickets in successive deliveries, Hope said managing bowling spells in Indian conditions was not always straightforward. Well, just, here in India, it's always tough to give bowlers three in a row, especially on conditions maybe say, yes, give him another one. But sometimes you just have to make a decision and back it. Just one of those things that happened today, Hope said after being named Player of the Match. Hope also felt the conditions were more balanced than in previous games, particularly with the dew factor posing a challenge for the team bowling second. He credited India for their performance but was pleased that West Indies had managed to keep the series alive. Yeah, for sure. Conditions were a little bit more similar for both sides. I just felt as though (with) the dew around, it's always going to be a part of the game when they chase it. Again, a really good cricket game. They played good cricket in all phases as well. So you got to give them credit. But we did well to give ourselves a chance to win the series in Bangalore, he said. The West Indies skipper, who has been among the runs throughout the tour, joked about the challenge of taking home another Player of the Match award before explaining his approach to building the innings. Well, to be honest, those were a bit heavy; we got to look at luggage weight. So I think we're gonna have some problems when I go back home with those Player of the Match awards, Hope said with a smile. On his unbeaten century, he said the priority was to provide a strong platform before allowing the middle order to accelerate and finish the innings strongly. Yeah, just trying to give the team the best chance, man. So as long as we lay that foundation at the start, we got a 50-plus opening partnership. So it was good for us to start innings and then obviously we got that foundation, you can express yourself a bit more in the middle period and then try to give the team the best finish as could be possible, he said. Hope added that West Indies believed their total was competitive, particularly after noticing that the surface was offering variable bounce and becoming harder to score on as the innings progressed. I honestly felt it was a decent score because the surface was actually holding a bit more than we thought initially. We felt as though the pitch would probably come on a bit better. But I found that with the new ball, some balls were kicking up a lot more and then some were staying down as well. So it's a bit too pace to start and then obviously with the spinners and the quicks in the back end, it was a little bit more difficult to hit through the line. So I felt as though 240 plus was a decent score, he said. Hope added that West Indies believed their total was competitive, particularly after noticing that the surface was offering variable bounce and becoming harder to score on as the innings progressed. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
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4th T20I: Shreyas Blames Bowling For India's Loss, Backs Batting Approach Ahead Of Series Decider
Shreyas Iyer: India captain Shreyas Iyer admitted that poor execution of line and length with the ball cost his side the fourth T20I against West Indies, but backed the team's batting approach in the 24-run defeat that levelled the five-match series 2-2 in Hyderabad on Wednesday. West Indies posted a mammoth 247/3, powered by skipper Shai Hope's unbeaten 102 off 50 balls and Sherfane Rutherford's 49 not out off 26 deliveries, before Keemo Paul claimed a five-wicket haul to restrict India to 223 and set up a series decider in Bengaluru. Reflecting on the defeat, Iyer said India's bowlers had failed to execute their plans effectively, making the chase increasingly difficult despite the team's positive intent with the bat. Yeah, it all started with bowling. I think we didn't execute our line and lengths well, and at the end of the day, chasing 250, you have to go in a certain pattern when you're coming in chasing. So I like the approach when we were chasing, but we were unfortunate we couldn't execute our plans in bowling, and that's where we fell a bit short, Iyer said. Asked whether Abhishek Sharma's limited time on strike had affected his start, Iyer dismissed the suggestion, pointing instead to West Indies' disciplined bowling and the assistance available from the surface. Not really. We were still going 12 an over at that point in time. It's just that they executed their plan, and there was a bit to offer from the wicket as well. The ball was kicking a bit, and they used the field pretty well. So credit where it's due, and their execution was spot on, he said. Iyer also acknowledged that the surface had offered some assistance to the bowlers, particularly during the middle overs, when the ball held up and produced occasional uneven bounce. Yeah, it was holding a bit, and there was some odd bounce as well. But yeah, knowing that, I feel the bowlers, they realised it. They are bowlers, and the way they bowled according to the field, that's what was important, especially in those middle overs, he said. The India captain praised West Indies for regaining control after India threatened to build momentum during the chase, saying their ability to respond under pressure made the difference. Even though the momentum shifted towards us in between, still the ability to bounce back was top-notch, and I'm sure the fifth one would be an interesting one, Iyer added. Despite the defeat, Iyer pointed to India's ability to score heavily on the relaid Hyderabad surface as evidence that the team's aggressive batting approach remained on track. West Indies' total of 247/3 came after India had been unable to contain the visitors' scoring rate, with Hope and Rutherford adding an unbeaten 91-run stand for the fourth wicket. Obviously, you know, getting 220, especially when we were chasing, and then scoring 250, you can see the approach and attitude of every individual. So the approach is going to be the same, Iyer said. Despite the defeat, Iyer pointed to India's ability to score heavily on the relaid Hyderabad surface as evidence that the team's aggressive batting approach remained on track. West Indies' total of 247/3 came after India had been unable to contain the visitors' scoring rate, with Hope and Rutherford adding an unbeaten 91-run stand for the fourth wicket. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Digital Desk | Hyderabad, Oct 14 (IANS) Skipper Shai Hope struck a magnificent unbeaten century before Keemo Paul produced a match-winning five-wicket haul as West Indies defeated India by 24 runs in the fourth T20I at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad on Wednesday to level the five-match series 2-2. Hope smashed an unbeaten 102 off just 50 balls, while Sherfane Rutherford contributed 49 not out off 26 deliveries as West Indies posted a formidable 247/3 after being asked to bat first. In reply, India were bowled out for 223, with Paul returning figures of 5/41 to headline a disciplined bowling effort that kept the hosts from completing the chase despite a flying start. The victory kept the West Indies' hopes of winning the series alive ahead of the deciding fifth T20I in Bengaluru. It was also a significant result for the visitors, who had not beaten India in a T20I on Indian soil since 2019 before this tour. Hope continued his prolific run on the tour, registering his second century of the series and his third in T20 Internationals. He received strong support from Rutherford as the pair added an unbeaten 91 runs for the fourth wicket, the second-highest partnership for that wicket for West Indies in T20Is. The duo had set the record with a 120-run stand in the previous match in Ranchi. West Indies made a blistering start, racing to 79/1 in the powerplay, their highest powerplay total against India in the format. Jewel Andrew scored a brisk 21 off 16 balls, while Hope kept the scoreboard moving as the visitors reached 118/2 at the halfway stage. Shimron Hetmyer added further momentum with a blistering 33 off just 12 deliveries, striking at 275. West Indies reached their hundred in only 7.4 overs, equalling their fastest team hundred against India in T20Is, previously achieved in Lauderhill in 2016. Hope, meanwhile, brought up his half-century off 28 balls before accelerating further in the closing overs. He struck two sixes off the final two deliveries to finish unbeaten on 102, taking West Indies to 247/3 their second-highest T20I total against India, behind the 252/4 they scored in Ranchi earlier in the series. India began the chase aggressively, with Sanju Samson racing to a half-century off just 20 balls. However, Paul changed the complexion of the contest by striking with his first delivery, dismissing the dangerous Samson at deep backward square-leg before removing Ishan Kishan in the same over. The quick double blow halted India's momentum and put the hosts under pressure despite their promising start. Paul returned in the 19th over to claim three more wickets, completing a five-wicket haul and leaving India with too much to do in the final stages. Gudakesh Motie also played a crucial role in the middle overs, dismissing Abhishek Sharma and Naman Dhir in successive deliveries to further derail the chase. Roston Chase had earlier helped keep Abhishek quiet, while Shamar Springer delivered an important 18th over that cost just five runs, tightening the pressure on the Indian batters. India struggled to maintain the required scoring rate as wickets fell at regular intervals, with the disciplined efforts of the West Indies bowlers complementing Paul's decisive spell. The visitors' attack ensured that Hope's imposing total proved beyond the hosts. The match ended in unfortunate circumstances for India, with Arshdeep Singh retiring hurt after clutching his left shoulder, leaving Mayank Yadav without a batting partner as the hosts' innings came to a close. West Indies' all-round performance ensured they bounced back from their defeat in Indore and set up a series decider in Bengaluru, with Hope's outstanding century and Paul's five-wicket haul proving decisive in Hyderabad. Brief scores: West Indies 247/3 in 20 overs (Shai Hope 102 not out, Sherfane Rutherford 49 not out; Prince Yadav 1/36) beat India 223/9 in 19.3 overs (Sanju Samson 56, Tilak Varma 43; Kemo Paul 5/40, Gudakesh Motie 2/13) by 24 runs
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Ex-Excise Guard, Daughter Get Jail In Money Laundering Case
A special PMLA court in Bengaluru has convicted a retired Karnataka Excise Department guard, M Ramchandra, and his daughter, R Yurekha, on money laundering charges. Ramchandra received five years rigorous imprisonment and a Rs 5 lakh fine, while Yurekha received three years rigorous imprisonment and a Rs 3 lakh fine. Five immovable properties were also confiscated. The case stemmed from a 2009 ED investigation based on a Lokayukta Police complaint regarding disproportionate assets.
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Bengaluru: The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has filed a chargesheet against three accused, including directors of Ja Lifestyle India Private Limited, in connection with an alleged online investment fraud in which the public was promised earnings for watching advertisements. The chargesheet has been submitted before a special Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) court in Bengaluru, Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
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Cinpolis India and RealD announce 3D Film Festival across 18 cities, tickets priced at Rs 150
Cinpolis India, in partnership with RealD, has announced a special 3D Film Festival starting October 23, 2026. The festival will be held across 23 Cinpolis cinemas in 18 cities across India, bringing a selection of popular film franchises, family entertainers and cult classics back to the big screen in 3D. Tickets for all screenings will be priced at Rs 150. The festival's lineup includes Spider-Man: No Way Home, Fast & Furious 7, Jurassic World, Mufasa: The Lion King and Lilo & Stitch in English, along with the Hindi film Raaz 3. The initiative aims to give moviegoers an opportunity to revisit these titles in a 3D theatrical format at an accessible price. The festival will take place in Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Bhopal, Bhubaneswar, Delhi, Gurugram, Hyderabad, Jaipur, Kochi, Lucknow, Mumbai, Nagpur, Navi Mumbai, Noida, Pune, Surat, Thane and Vadodara. Speaking about the initiative, Ashish Misra, Head of Commercialisation, Cinpolis India, said, When people come back to a film they already know, they come for the moments. They know exactly when the big scene is coming, and they wait for it with a hall full of people who are waiting for the same thing. That's what makes watching a film in a cinema special and seeing it in 3D on a big screen adds to it. We've taken the festival to 18 cities, from Bhopal to Bhubaneswar, because people everywhere should be able to enjoy that. Nathan Davis, VP of Marketing at RealD, also spoke about the collaboration and the festival's focus on bringing audiences back to cinemas. He said, India continues to be one of the world's most exciting moviegoing markets, and we're thrilled to partner with Cinpolis India to bring audiences back into theaters for some of the most memorable 3D experiences ever released. This festival is a great opportunity for fans to rediscover the immersive storytelling that premium 3D can deliver, while also building excitement for the next generation of cinematic events. As audiences look ahead to highly anticipated releases such as Ramayana and Avengers: Doomsday, we're excited to help create even more unforgettable moments on the big screen through the power of RealD 3D. Also Read : EXCLUSIVE: Cinepolis Indias Ashish Misra predicts HISTORIC Rs. 15,000 cr India box office in 2026; says, Ramayana can be the BIGGEST film Indian cinema has ever seen
Sting Op row: Kumaraswamy accuses Ktaka govt of targeting JD-S social media workers
Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Oct 14 (IANS) Union Minister for Heavy Industries and Steel and JD(S) State President H.D. Kumaraswamy on Wednesday accused the Karnataka government of targeting party workers for questioning an alleged conspiracy to tarnish the image of former Chief Minister Siddaramaiah through a honey-trap operation. In a statement, Kumaraswamy alleged that he and his associates were being targeted for questioning what he described as a systematic and organised conspiracy to damage the reputation of former chief minister and Congress Working Committee (CWC) Member Siddaramaiah, who served as Chief Minister of Karnataka for more than eight years. He claimed that the police had taken away Shankar, a young man working with the JD(S) social media team, on Wednesday morning without registering any case against him. According to Kumaraswamy, after the party's legal cell lodged a complaint at the Annapoorneshwari Nagar police station, Shankar was allegedly made to call his wife and inform her only that the Central Crime Branch (CCB) police had taken him away, after which the call was disconnected. Enough of this deceptive drama. On what grounds was he taken away? Kumaraswamy asked. He alleged that instead of acting against the person responsible for recording and circulating the sting operation footage that allegedly damaged Siddaramaiah's reputation, the police were targeting JD(S) social media workers who questioned the incident. Kumaraswamy also alleged that the person who recorded the footage, whom he accused of operating under the guise of a media professional, was moving around freely while party workers were being targeted. I was the one who questioned the issue and demanded a CBI investigation. If the police have the courage, they should have come directly to me. Why are they showing their power against innocent people? he asked. The JD(S) State President further alleged that the police had visited the residence of another social media team member, Mohan, and were creating a disturbance and harassing his family. Kumaraswamy warned that the party would not remain silent if its workers were subjected to what he described as unnecessary harassment. He said the JD(S) was prepared to fight the matter both politically and legally. The allegations come amid a political controversy over the sting operation footage involving Siddaramaiah, with opposition leaders demanding a probe into the matter.
JD-S accuses Ktaka govt of diverting Krishna water to Telangana amid drought
Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Oct 14 (IANS) The Janata Dal (Secular) on Wednesday accused the Karnataka government of prioritising political interests over the welfare of farmers by allegedly releasing Krishna River water from the Almatti and Narayanpur reservoirs in North Karnataka to Telangana when farmers in the state, particularly in North Karnataka, are grappling with drought and drinking water shortages. In a statement posted on social media platform X, the JD-S questioned whether the government was giving greater importance to the political interests of the Congress leadership in neighbouring states while farmers in Karnataka were suffering due to the drought. Is the political agenda of the high command in a neighbouring state more important to the government? When farmers in the state are reeling under drought, and people in North Karnataka are struggling even for drinking water, is secretly releasing Krishna water from the Almatti and Narayanpur reservoirs to Telangana not an unforgivable betrayal? the party asked. The JDS alleged that the interests of Karnataka's farmers were being sacrificed on the verbal instructions of the Chief Minister. The party further accused the Congress government of allegedly diverting the state's water resources to benefit neighbouring states governed by the Congress, referring to the Mekedatu project on the Cauvery and the alleged release of Krishna water to Telangana. Karnataka's taxpayers, Karnataka's resources and Karnataka's water, but the benefits go only to states that have political alliances with the Congress party, the JD-S said. The party also criticised the government for allegedly providing water to neighbouring states while failing to adequately compensate farmers in Karnataka for their crop losses. Condemning what it described as an anti-farmer approach, the JD-S demanded that the government immediately stop releasing water to Telangana and give priority to the drinking water needs of people and the irrigation requirements of farmers in North Karnataka. The party warned that farmers could take to the streets and teach the government a lesson if it failed to address their concerns. The allegations come amid concerns over drought conditions and the availability of water for agricultural and drinking purposes in parts of Karnataka.
If FIR not registered, then Congress is behind sting operation: Ktaka LoP
Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Oct 14 (IANS) Karnataka Opposition Leader R. Ashoka on Wednesday alleged that if an FIR was not registered in connection with the sting operation controversy involving former Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, it would confirm that Congress leaders themselves were behind it. Speaking to reporters after campaigning for NDA candidate A.P. Ranganath in the Bangalore Teachers' Constituency of the Legislative Council, Ashoka accused the Congress of bringing Karnataka politics into disrepute through the alleged circulation of pen drives and sting operation videos. He said the Chief Minister should immediately order an investigation instead of merely issuing statements. Questioning the silence of the Home Department, he demanded that an FIR be registered and the appropriate investigating agency be identified. Ashoka said Siddaramaiah had also filed a complaint seeking an investigation into the circulation of the video and demanded that the person behind the sting operation be identified. If this is not investigated, the honour of the state will be auctioned. The alleged operation was intended to finish Siddaramaiah politically and put an end to AHINDA politics, he alleged. Claiming that allegations had surfaced against 10 ministers, Ashoka said they were denying involvement in the controversy. He alleged that the delay in registering an FIR had fuelled suspicions that Congress leaders were involved. Ashoka expressed confidence that the BJP-led NDA would win all four seats in the upcoming Legislative Council elections, citing the campaign undertaken by party leaders, including Union Minister H.D. Kumaraswamy. He said he had campaigned for Ranganath in Anekal, where the constituency has around 1,600 voters. Describing the NDA candidate as an active member of the lawyers' association, Ashoka said his victory would help facilitate development. He also alleged that Congress leaders had betrayed Siddaramaiah, causing disappointment among members of the AHINDA community, and claimed that the controversy would affect the party's electoral prospects. Criticising the D.K. Shivakumar-led government, Ashoka alleged that development had stalled and drought relief for farmers was inadequate. He said the Rs 2,500 assistance provided to farmers was insufficient and claimed that several beneficiaries had not received their pensions. He also criticised the increase in milk prices, arguing that the government should fulfil its manifesto promise of providing a milk incentive instead. Ashoka further accused Rahul Gandhi of insulting Kannadigas over an alleged incident involving Shivakumar in Delhi and demanded an apology. Questioning the proposed division of Bengaluru into five administrative units and the possible inclusion of Anekal in the municipal corporation, he alleged that the move was driven by real estate interests. He urged the government to defer the decision until after the elections.
Karnataka to propose GST revenue share for local bodies to GST Council
Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Oct 14 (IANS) Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar on Wednesday said the state government would submit a proposal to the GST Council seeking a share of Goods and Services Tax (GST) revenue for rural and urban local bodies to improve their financial position and strengthen decentralised governance. Responding to the proposal to provide a share of GST revenue to local bodies, the Chief Minister said the government would place the matter before the GST Council. He also said a proposal would be sought from the minister concerned on establishing the Karnataka Panchayat Administrative Service. Speaking after chairing a meeting of the Karnataka State Decentralisation Planning and Development Committee at his official residence, Krishna, CM Shivakumar stressed that the government would take necessary measures to improve the financial condition of gram panchayats and further strengthen the decentralisation system. The government will constitute a committee under the chairmanship of the Rural Development Minister to examine the recommendations of the Fifth State Finance Commission concerning financial devolution and administrative reforms. The committee will assess the recommendations that can be implemented and submit a report, he said. According to the Chief Minister, Rs 1,261 crore has been released to gram panchayats, Rs 557 crore to taluk panchayats, and Rs 183 crore to zilla panchayats in accordance with the Fifth State Finance Commission report. He said the government would also take steps to ensure that urban local bodies function effectively in keeping with the objectives of the 74th Constitutional Amendment. Consultations would be held with experts from the National Law School of India University on suitable amendments to the relevant laws. The Chief Minister said urban local bodies should formulate and implement development plans through ward meetings, similar to gram sabhas in rural areas. He noted that district, taluk, and village-level planning committees had already been constituted and directed them to hold meetings every three months and submit reports regularly. CM Shivakumar said the state budget had announced the implementation of the 'People's Plan' to incorporate public demands from the grassroots into the state budget. He directed the Rural Development and Urban Development departments to issue appropriate guidelines and develop the necessary software. Funds should also be provided to establish planning management units at district and taluk levels. The government has instructed all departments to prepare responsibility maps specifying their roles in implementing schemes related to gram, taluk, and zilla panchayats. The departments have been asked to submit the maps within the stipulated timeframe. The Chief Minister directed officials to expedite the demarcation of village habitation boundaries using data from the SVAMITVA scheme, with the Panchayat Raj and Revenue departments working in coordination. He also expressed concern over the reduction in gram panchayat revenue following the withdrawal of their authority to levy taxes on industries by the Karnataka Industrial Areas Development Board (KIADB). He said the law provides for 30 per cent of the property tax collected by the authority to be shared with gram panchayats. He directed officials to submit complete details of the tax collected by KIADB and the amounts distributed to gram panchayats. The government aims to strengthen local governance by improving financial resources, administrative coordination and public participation in planning and development, he added.
Ktaka: KRV urges police to deny permission for Sonu Nigams concert
Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Oct 14 (IANS) The Karnataka Rakshana Vedike (KRV) on Wednesday has urged the Bengaluru City Police Commissioner to deny permission for singer Sonu Nigam's scheduled concert in the city on October 24, alleging that his remarks comparing Kannadigas' linguistic sentiments to the Pahalgam terror attack in April 2025 had hurt the pride and sentiments of the Kannada-speaking community. In a representation submitted to the Police Commissioner, KRV State President T.A. Narayan Gowda demanded that the police refuse permission for the concert or revoke any approval already granted, citing possible public resentment and law-and-order concerns. According to the organisation, Sonu Nigam is scheduled to perform at the Bhartiya Mall of Bengaluru on Thanisandra Main Road at 7 pm on October 24 as part of his 'The Revolution India Tour'. The event is reportedly being organised by ITW Playworx. The controversy dates back to April 2025, when Sonu Nigam allegedly made the remarks during a musical event at East Point College in Bengaluru. The organisation claimed that when a student requested a Kannada song, the singer responded by saying, Kannada, Kannada, Kannada, this is why the incident (terror attack) happened in Pahalgam. KRV said that requesting a song in Kannada was not an offence and alleged that comparing the linguistic sentiments of Kannadigas to a terror attack was objectionable, irresponsible and an insult to their self-respect. The organisation further stated that Dharmaraj T.A., president of its Bengaluru urban district unit, had lodged a complaint against the singer at Avalahalli police station on May 2, 2025, seeking appropriate legal action over the remarks. Describing the issue as a serious public grievance, KRV said the sentiments of Kannadigas had not been addressed and that allowing the singer to perform in Bengaluru would further hurt their pride. The organisation warned that granting permission for the concert could intensify public resentment and potentially lead to large-scale protests. It urged the police to assess the possible law-and-order implications and take preventive measures to maintain public peace and harmony. Among its demands, KRV sought a review of the status of its earlier complaint against the singer and urged the authorities to examine any statements that could create unnecessary tensions between linguistic communities. Narayan Gowda said the organisation was committed to protecting the Kannada language, land, water and self-respect through democratic and legal means. The KRV president warned that if permission was granted for the concert, the organisation would be compelled to organise protests across Karnataka. He said the responsibility for any escalation would lie with those who ignored the organisation's demands and allowed the event to proceed despite the objections. The organisation has urged the police to take an urgent decision on its representation and communicate the action taken in writing.
Karnataka govt to complete recruitment process for 17,000 teachers by December: Minister Bangarappa
Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Oct 14 (IANS) The Karnataka government has announced that the recruitment process for 17,000 teacher posts will be completed by December, State Minister for School Education and Literacy Madhu Bangarappa said on Wednesday. Addressing the media in Bengaluru, the Minister added that the state government had already completed the recruitment of 13,500 teachers, a process that had remained pending under the previous Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) government, after pursuing the matter in the Supreme Court. In addition, the state government has granted approval for the recruitment of 6,000 teachers in aided schools. The recruitment process for these posts is expected to be completed by December or January, he said. Bangarappa added that the recruitment drive would help address the shortage of teachers in the state and improve the quality of education by ensuring better learning opportunities for children. The state government has been taking steps to fill vacant teaching positions and strengthen the education system in Karnataka, he said. Later, speaking after inaugurating the Children's Dasara programme at Kalamandira in Mysuru on Wednesday, organised as part of the Nada Habba Mysuru Dasara Mahotsav-2026, Minister Bangarappa added that when it comes to God and children, I will always give priority to children. Children should be regarded as being in the place of God. They are the beacon of hope who can lead the country in the future. Around 6,500 children are participating in various cultural programmes as part of the Dasara celebrations. Even before taking the stage, the children enthusiastically participated in rangoli and painting competitions. Through their paintings, they expressed the Nada Habba Dasara from their own unique perspectives. Recognising and honouring children's talents is the responsibility of all of us, the Minister said. As Education Minister, I have been working sincerely for the welfare of children. Around 1.16 crore children in the state come under the purview of my department. It is my privilege to be involved in shaping the educational future of such a large number of children. Providing quality education to children is one of the key priorities of our (Congress) government, he added. Significant changes are being introduced in the state's education sector through Karnataka Public Schools (KPS). Steps are being taken to establish 1,250 KPS schools in the first phase. Former Chief Minister Siddaramaiah had taken a keen interest in establishing 1,000 KPS schools during his tenure. The current Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar has directed officials to take steps to establish an additional 1,000 KPS schools. With these initiatives, around 2,500 KPS schools are expected to come up across the state, Bangarappa said. The KPS schools will provide quality education and essential facilities to compete with private schools. Children will have the opportunity to study under one roof, from pre-primary to pre-university (PUC) level. The state government will also provide free school bus facilities to ensure that education is easily accessible to children, the Minister added.
Ktaka: ED files supplementary complaint in BR Ambedkar Development Corporation fund siphoning case
Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Oct 14 (IANS) The Directorate of Enforcement (ED), Bengaluru Zonal Office, has filed a supplementary prosecution complaint (chargesheet) against five accused persons, including Ayub Sayyed and others, in connection with the alleged siphoning of Rs 14.95 crore belonging to the B.R. Ambedkar Development Corporation Limited (ADCL) by using forged documents and impersonation. The supplementary prosecution complaint was filed before the Special Court under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), Bengaluru, on October 5, 2026, the ED said in an official statement. The ED initiated its investigation based on an FIR registered by the Central Bureau of Investigation's Anti-Corruption Branch (CBI-ACB), Bengaluru, under various sections of the Indian Penal Code and the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988. The offences are scheduled offences under the PMLA, 2002. The investigation revealed that a fictitious current account in the name of ADCL was fraudulently opened at the State Bank of Mysore's HAL II Stage Branch in Bengaluru using forged documents and impersonation. Subsequently, four fixed deposits of Rs 5 crore each belonging to ADCL were prematurely closed using forged Term Deposit Receipt/Fixed Deposit Receipt (TDR/FDR) instruments and fabricated pre-closure letters. This allegedly resulted in the siphoning of Rs 14.95 crore, which constitutes proceeds of crime under the PMLA, the ED said. Further investigation revealed that the proceeds of crime were allegedly routed through multiple bank accounts belonging to individuals and entities, followed by transfers and cash withdrawals to conceal the origin of the funds. Statements recorded under Section 50 of the PMLA also indicated that the funds were knowingly received, transferred and withdrawn as part of the alleged money laundering process, according to the agency. Earlier, the ED had filed a prosecution complaint before the Special Court in Bengaluru on March 25, 2026, against 15 accused persons and entities allegedly involved in the money laundering case. The agency had sought confiscation of assets worth Rs 6.02 crore belonging to the accused. Further, on July 22, 2026, the ED issued a second Provisional Attachment Order, attaching an immovable property worth Rs 24 lakh belonging to one of the accused. Further investigation is under way.
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Karnataka: ED files prosecution complaint against Jaa Lifestyle India, alleges Rs 4.29 crore fraud
Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Oct 14 (IANS) The Directorate of Enforcement's (ED) Bengaluru Zonal Office has filed a prosecution complaint (charge sheet) before a special court here under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) against three accused persons/entities, including Jaa Lifestyle India Pvt Ltd and its directors, in connection with an alleged fraud involving a membership-based earning programme, an agency statement said on Wednesday. According to the statement, the prosecution complaint was filed on October 7, following an investigation into the company's alleged collection of funds from the public by promising earnings through its digital marketing and advertisement-viewing programme. The ED investigation revealed that Jaa Lifestyle India Pvt Ltd allegedly adopted a structured membership-based model to enrol members and collect money. Prospective members were approached through WhatsApp and other online communication channels and informed about the company's digital marketing and advertisement-viewing programme. Interested individuals were provided with a link to register free of cost on the company's web platform, where they were required to create login credentials. Subsequently, they were asked to pay Rs 1,109, inclusive of Goods and Services Tax (GST), into the company's bank account to access the earning programme. The company allegedly collected Rs 4.29 crore from the public between December 6, 2020, and June 4, 2021, the statement said. Further investigation revealed that the company did not provide the promised facility to earn money by viewing advertisements. Instead, the funds collected from members were allegedly used for the personal expenses and benefits of the company's directors, the ED said. Earlier, as part of the investigation, the ED issued a Provisional Attachment Order (PAO) on July 22, attaching bank accounts held by Jaa Lifestyle India Pvt Ltd. The special court for PMLA cases, Bengaluru, will now undertake further legal proceedings in the case.
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Government representatives, industry leaders, entrepreneurs and cybersecurity experts joined the event to discuss emerging cyber threats, regulatory compliance and measures to strengthen cybersecurity preparedness among MSMEs.
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Udaipur, October 14, 2026: Akasa Air will launch daily direct flights between Udaipur and Mumbai, and Udaipur and Bengaluru, from October 15. The new services from Maharana Pratap Akasa Air to Launch Direct Udaipur-Mumbai and Udaipur-Bengaluru Flights on October 15
Ktaka HC issues notice to govt seeking return of African Grey parrot in CID custody
Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Oct 14 (IANS) The Karnataka High Court on Wednesday issued notices to the state government, the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) and other concerned authorities on a petition seeking the return of an African Grey parrot (Psittacus erithacus) taken into custody by the CID's Mobile Forest Squad. A bench headed by Justice C.M. Poonacha issued the notices while hearing a petition filed by R. Mahesh Kumar, a resident of Rajajinagar in Bengaluru, who sought directions to return the parrot he had been nursing at his residence. In his petition, Mahesh Kumar stated that he was a bird lover and that one of his friends had given him an injured African Grey parrot in 2018. As the bird was unable to fly due to a dysfunctional wing, he treated it and took care of it out of compassion, providing it with affection and attention. He further stated that officials of the CID's Mobile Forest Squad took the bird into their custody from his residence on July 27. Subsequently, on July 31, they issued a notice directing him to cooperate with the investigation and produce the necessary documents. According to the petitioner, the officials warned that failure to comply with the notice would result in a case being registered under Section 35(3) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS). Mahesh Kumar contended that he had neither purchased the bird nor kept it for commercial purposes. He maintained that he had only provided shelter and treatment to an injured bird. The petitioner sought the quashing of the notice issued by the CID and a direction to return the parrot to his custody. The court also issued notices to the Chief Secretary of the Karnataka government, the Principal Secretary of the Forest Department and the CID's Mobile Forest Squad. It also directed the public prosecutor to obtain the necessary information from the respondents and submit it to the court. The High Court adjourned the matter to November 3.
Ktaka: Four, including three women, arrested for smuggling 1.6 kg gold
Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Oct 14 (IANS) Customs officials at Kempegowda International Airport in Bengaluru on Wednesday arrested four people, including three women, for allegedly smuggling gold from Dubai by strapping gold bars to their feet to evade detection. Officials seized 28 gold biscuits weighing around 1.6 kg, valued at about Rs 2.6 crore, from the accused. They also confiscated 13 mobile phones and eight laptops during the operation. According to sources, the Customs sleuths acted on intelligence inputs and profiling of the passengers suspected to be involved in the smuggling racket. The officials intercepted the four accused near the exit of Terminal 2 and conducted a search. During the inspection, the officials recovered the gold bars, which had allegedly been concealed and strapped to the feet of the accused. The unusual method was reportedly adopted to avoid detection during routine airport checks and facilitate the illegal transportation of gold out of the airport. Preliminary investigations have revealed that the accused are allegedly part of a gold smuggling gang operating from Chennai. All four are residents of Vyasarpadi in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. The accused have been identified as Ramjan Begum Sirajuddin, Nasreen Banu Sirajuddin, Hairun Fathima Sirajuddin and Asharuddin Chelladurai. Investigators found that Nasreen Banu and Hairun Fathima are sisters and are related to the other accused. The four had arrived in Bengaluru from Dubai and allegedly attempted to smuggle the 28 gold biscuits into the country. The seizure of gold worth Rs 2.6 crore, along with the electronic devices, has prompted further investigation into the suspected smuggling network and the possible involvement of other persons. The Customs Department has registered a case against the accused under the Customs Act, 1962. Further investigation is under way to establish the source of the gold, the role of the accused and whether the gang had been involved in similar smuggling operations in the past.
Golf: Vishesh, Anshu, Manoj look to make a mark on their India Championship debut
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 14 (IANS) Order of Merit leader Saptak Talwar, Khalin Joshi, Veer Ahlawat and Rashid Khan are set to feature in PGTIs US$ 4 million India Championship 2026. However, the PGTI contingent also features an exciting crop of youngsters in the age group of 18 to 22the Gen Next of Indian golfwho will be looking to make a mark on their DP World India Championship debut when the event tees off on October 15 at the historic Delhi Golf Club (DGC). Young guns such as 19-year-old Vishesh Sharma, 18-year-old Manoj S., 21-year-old Anshul Kabthiyal, 16-year-old Kartik Singh and 22-year-old Shubham Jaglan have all earned their spots at the mega-event thanks to finishing inside the top 24 of the Race to India Championship at the end of the seasons penultimate event, the Kapil Dev Invitational Tour Championship, last week at Greater Noida. Vishesh, Manoj and Anshul are currently ranked 16th, 17th and 18th respectively on the PGTI Order of Merit, while Kartik and Shubham are ranked 20th and 21st. Vishesh and Shubham won their maiden professional titles on the PGTI this season. Vishesh Sharma leads the charge for the youth brigade. The Hyderabad lad, who played his first season on the PGTI last year, is riding on the confidence of his breakthrough win at his home course last month. He also secured two other top-10s this season. Vishesh, who has been India No. 1 in the 13 to 15 age group category, said, Its an honour to be here, playing alongside the biggest golfing stars in the world and my fellow Indian players. Were all proud to represent India, and this is a huge opportunity to show what we can do and what Indian golf has to offer. Performing well here would mean a lot to me. Bengaluru-based Manoj S, also playing his second season as a professional, fought his way into the top-24 of the Race to India Championship with a late flourish in the season as he claimed tied fifth and tied second finishes in the two events preceding this weeks season-finale. Manoj jumped from 26th to 17th place in the PGTI Order of Merit following his joint runner-up finish at the Kapil Dev Invitational Tour Championship. Manoj, who was India No. 2 in the junior category in 2023, said, Last week was really important because I was outside the top 24 and needed a good finish to qualify. I managed to do that, so now I want to stay focused, carry that momentum into this week and see how it goes. He added, Its going to be a great experience for me, and I cant wait to tee it up on Thursday. Its a tough course, and Im not hitting driver at all this week. Im looking forward to the challenge. Anshul Kabthiyal comes into the event with four top-10s under his belt this season, including a runner-up finish. Anshul, a winner of 10 junior titles and six amateur titles, has been a consistent performer since last season and is a name to watch out for this week at DGC. Sixteen-year-old Kartik Singh is the youngest player in the field at the India Championship. Hes already made an impression in his first season on the PGTI with two top-10s to his credit. Kartik has been the top-ranked junior and amateur golfer in India prior to turning professional. Kartik said, Ive watched the likes of Rory McIlroy and Tommy Fleetwood on television for years, and I still watch them regularly. To now have the chance to play alongside my idols feels really special. Im very grateful to the PGTI for giving me this opportunity. My main goal is to enjoy the week and make the most of this experience. Shubham Jaglan, former India No. 1 junior who played college golf in the United States prior to turning professional last year, has enjoyed a fruitful season on the PGTI in 2026. Shubham won his maiden title in Kolkata two months back and also claimed a third-place finish and another top-10 finish during the season. Shubham said, Im very excited to compete at the DGC where I have grown up playing. I would watch the Indian Open here as a kid and follow the likes of Anirban Lahiri on the course. Now, Im competing alongside him at the same event. So, its very special to be on the other side of the rope now. He added, Ive played well all year long, and now Im in a position where I can compete this week. These are the goals you set for yourself. These are the tournaments you want to play and win. On the presence of many talented Indian youngsters in the field, Amandeep Johl, CEO, DP World PGTI, said, The presence of so many talented young Indian golfers, including teenagers at the India Championship, is a testament to the growing strength and depth of the game in our country and our endeavour of creating maximum playing opportunities for our players. Competing alongside some of the worlds best players on home soil is an invaluable opportunity for these youngsters to test themselves at the highest level, gain confidence and accelerate their development. We hope this experience will inspire them to raise their ambitions and demonstrate that Indian golf has a bright future on the global stage, he added.
Ktaka: BJP MLA meets Siddaramaiah amid sting operation row
Digital Desk | Mysuru, Oct 14 (IANS) Amid the sting operation controversy and former Chief Minister Siddaramaiah obtaining a court stay against the dissemination of allegedly defamatory content about him, prominent BJP MLA and former minister Ramesh Jarkiholi met him at his residence in Mysuru and held a private discussion on Wednesday. The meeting has assumed significance as Congress leaders have alleged that those behind the sting operation involving Ramesh Jarkiholi, which led to the circulation of his private video and compelled him to resign from his ministerial post in the previous BJP government, are also behind the sting operation targeting Siddaramaiah. Speaking to the media after meeting Siddaramaiah, Jarkiholi said the former Chief Minister should not have obtained a stay in connection with the sting operation controversy and should instead have fought the issue. I will not speak about the sting operation. I had come to meet Siddaramaiah to discuss other matters. Irrespective of which party he belongs to, he is our leader, Jarkiholi said. Jarkiholi visited Siddaramaiah's residence in T.K. Layout in Mysuru and held discussions with him for some time. Meanwhile, Siddaramaiah declined to comment on the sting operation controversy when reporters sought his reaction in Mysuru. Questioning what more he could say on the issue, he said he had obtained a court stay and would not comment further. Asked about Jarkiholi's visit, Siddaramaiah said the BJP MLA had come to enquire about his well-being. He came to enquire about my well-being. Ramesh came, had lunch and left, Siddaramaiah said. Former minister and Congress MLA K.N. Rajanna on Tuesday said that those behind the controversial CD involving former Karnataka Minister and BJP leader Ramesh Jarkiholi were also responsible for the video allegedly targeting former Chief Minister Siddaramaiah. Rajanna's remarks came after Siddaramaiah, a Congress Working Committee member, approached a Bengaluru court seeking an injunction against the circulation and broadcast of allegedly defamatory audio and video clips linked to a reported sting operation. Speaking to the media in Bengaluru, Rajanna, a close associate of Siddaramaiah, said, You tell us who was behind Ramesh Jarkiholi's CD? Those who got his CD done have got Siddaramaiah's as well. The controversy has revived political speculation over the alleged involvement of Shivakumar in the 2021 release of a purported CD, involving Jarkiholi, who resigned as a minister in the then-BJP government following the controversy. However, Rajanna's remarks did not establish any evidence of Shivakumar's involvement in the current episode. Rajanna also claimed that an attempt had been made to conduct a sting operation against him when he was a minister in the previous Siddaramaiah-led cabinet. Such an attempt was made against me as well. They tried to carry out a sting operation against me. Since it was a government residence, I assumed that CCTV cameras would have been installed for security. However, I later came to know that no CCTV cameras had been installed, he said. This development occurred amid reported differences between Rajanna and Shivakumar in 2025. Rajanna had stated that he was ready to become Karnataka Pradesh Congress Committee (KPCC) President, the post held by Shivakumar then. He had also demanded that a Dalit be made the Chief Minister in the event of a change in state leadership of Siddaramaiah.
'Business should not affect': Traders urge Rahul Gandhi to halt SIR protests, seek PM's intervention
Amid political protests over the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in several places across India, trade and industry associations across the country have written to Lok Sabha LoP Rahul Gandhi, Prime Minister Narendra...
Ensure protests don't affect businesses: Traders' bodies write to PM, CJI, Rahul Gandhi
Leading traders' bodies in Delhi have communicated with political leaders regarding the impact of protests on businesses. They emphasize the need for stronger measures to protect commercial activities during the festive season. Recent protests have led to significant barricading and disruption of essential transport routes. Traders are particularly concerned about the uncertainty caused by these demonstrations during an economically critical time.
TTD refutes social media claims of agarbathi shortage
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UPI MDR deferral reflects govt's sensitivity to traders' concerns: Delhi market bodies
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 14 (IANS) The Centre's decision to extend the deadline for implementing Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) on UPI transactions beyond October 15 has brought relief to traders ahead of the festive season, with several Delhi-based market associations welcoming the move and urging the government to permanently scrap the proposed levy. The extension comes amid concerns among merchants that imposing MDR on UPI payments could increase the cost of doing business at a time when markets witness heightened customer activity and a surge in digital transactions ahead of Diwali. Speaking to IANS, Rajiv Agarwal, Treasurer of the Chandni Chowk Traders Council, termed the decision a positive step and said traders appreciate the government's approach towards their concerns. ''This decision is very good. Our Prime Minister, Narendra Modi, has been working in the interest of traders since day one. And the decision taken to implement MDR, even that was not making much of a difference to the businessmen, nor was it affecting the buyer at all. Businessmen welcomed it back then, and now businessmen are welcoming its deferment as well,' he said. Echoing similar views, Paramjeet Singh, President of the Pamma Sadar Bazaar Bari Market Traders Association, said trader bodies had raised objections to the proposal and urged the government to reconsider it. ''This is absolutely the right decision, and we welcome it. We had also staged a protest on this issue and urged the government to take this step. Most importantly, traders could have faced considerable difficulties due to this arrangement during the festive season,'' he told IANS. Rajkumar Bhardwaj, General Secretary of the Delhi Saree Mercantile Association, said the government's decision is beneficial for both traders and customers. ''This decision of the government is very good, both for traders and for customers. Because somewhere, if a trader incurs a loss or if their costs increase due to MDR, they will eventually add that to the pricing, and its direct impact will fall on the customer,'' he told IANS. Shopkeepers also expressed satisfaction with the move. A trader in Delhi's Lajpat Nagar said the continuation of charge-free UPI transactions has encouraged customers to make digital payments without hesitation.
Dasara homecoming turns costly as Bengaluru-Mangaluru bus fares cross Rs 1,500
BJP party worker killed in Bengaluru as high-end car rams gas tanker near Devanahalli; three injured
According to the police, when the vehicle reached the highway on the HoskoteDabaspet Ring Road stretch, the driver allegedly attempted to overtake a gas tanker ahead of them and rammed into it.
