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IPL 2025: Bottom-placed CSK Stun Table-toppers GT With 83-run Win, End Season On A High

Chennai Super Kings: Afghan spinner Noor Ahmad and India's Anshul Khamboj took three wickets each, while Ravindra Jadeja claimed two scalps, to trigger a batting collapse as Chennai Super Kings bundled out hosts Gujarat Titans for 147 in 18.3 overs for a big win in Match 67 of Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 here on Sunday. It turned out to be a Super Sunday for Chennai Super Kings as the five-time champions ended their season with a massive 83-run victory over Gujarat Titans at the Narendra Modi Stadium. This is a massive result in the scope of the IPL playoffs. With this loss, Gujarat Titans' hopes of finishing among the top two are in serious jeopardy. The winner of the clash between Mumbai Indians and Punjab Kings, on Monday, will move past them in the table, and Royal Challengers Bengaluru could push them down further into an Eliminator spot with a win over Lucknow Super Giants in the final league game of the season. Opting to bat first, CSK rode on fifties by Dewald Brevis and Devon Conway, coupled with quick-fire innings by young guns Ayush Mhatre and Urvish Patel, to post a massive total of 230/5 in 20 overs. With a big total to defend, skipper M.S. Dhoni began the second innings by entrusting the ball to his most experienced bowler, Ravindra Jadeja, and he responded by conceding seven runs in the first over. Shubman Gill (13) and Sai Sudharsan (41) got off the mark with a boundary each off Khaleel Ahmed in the next over. Gill then played a glorious straight drive, after coming down the pitch, and dispatched Kamboj for a six down the ground. However, the 24-year-old Kamboj struck back on the next delivery, finding Gills outside edge, which went to Urvil Patel in the slips. Things went from bad to worse for Gujarat Titans when Jos Buttler (7) slashed at Khaleels back-of-the-length delivery outside off, which Kamboj made no mistake in grabbing a catch. Sherfane Rutherfords brief time at the crease came to an end when he mistimed a pull shot and departed for a duck for Kambojs second wicket on the day to reduce GT to 35/3 by the end of the power-play. Sudharsan stood tall at one end, playing a gritty knock, trying to prevent a collapse. He added 54 runs in partnership with Shahrukh Khan (19) for the fourth wicket. The duo started to ramp up in the 10th over and conjured 18 runs off Shivam Dube, but Jadeja refused to let GT back in the game and claimed the scalps of both batters in the next over. A thick edge off the bat of Shahrukh, on the first ball of the over, saw the ball go to Pathirana at short third-man, which the Sri Lankan quick almost fumbled. Sudharsan soon followed his partner to the dugout when a slightly shorter delivery saw him hit straight to Dube at backward point. From thereon, GT virtually stood little to no chance of clawing back into the game. Rashid Khan (12) fell, after hitting a four and a six, to national team compatriot Noor Ahmad. Matheesha Pathrina uprooted Gerald Coetzees (5) leg stump. Rahul Tewatia (14) and Arshad Khan (20) treated the fans in Ahmedabad for a few maximums but could not provide much relief as both fell to Noor Ahmad, who moved past Prasidh Krishna to grab the Purple Cap worn by the leading wicket-taker. Kamboj was reintroduced into attack in the penultimate over and claimed his third, and final, wicket of the match by dismissing Sai Kishore to seal the 83-run victory. Earlier, in the first innings, Ayush Mhatre gave his side a strong start, which included 28 runs off Arshad Khan in the second over before a slower-fullish delivery by Prasidh Krishna saw the 17-year-old try and get under it but mistiming it straight to Siraj at mid-off to end his 17-ball blitz. Urvish Patel started his innings strongly with a six off Siraj before Conway struck Prasidh for consecutive boundaries to tie CSKs highest power-play score for the season with 68/1 in the six overs. Sai Kishore dismissed Patel after being hit for a six on the first ball of the 10th over as the natter sliced the ball to Gill at extra cover. Shivam Dube did not take too long to get going and smashed Kishore for a six, straight down the ground, to get off the mark. With Conway getting closer to his fifty, Shahrukh Khan dismissed Dube to claim his first wicket in the tournament. A full-length ball, angled towards the batter's pads, saw Gerald Coetzee take a simple catch. The Kiwi batter reached his 11th tournament half-century with a six off Rashid, in 34 deliveries, in an innings laced with six boundaries and two maximums, before being bowled over on the next delivery. While Ravindra Jadeja rotated the strike, Dewald Brevis kept CSK on course for a huge total. A maximum off Rashid, a six and four off Coetzee, followed by a reverse sweep boundary off Arshad, saw CSK reach the 200-run mark with two overs to spare. From there, the Proteas batter switched gears and smashed Siraj for consecutive sixes before finding the boundary, and the backward point saw Brevis score his second half-century of the season in 19 deliveries. Prasidh continued his economical bowling in the final over, barring one six, and went for nine runs before a short ball, on the final delivery of the innings, saw Brevis edge the ball, which went straight up, and Jos Buttler made no mistake in completing the catch. CSK will be relieved to end the season with a victory, unfortunately, they could not elevate their net run-rate to move past the Rajasthan Royals and confirmed their bottom-placed finish for the first time in franchise history. Brief scores: CSK will be relieved to end the season with a victory, unfortunately, they could not elevate their net run-rate to move past the Rajasthan Royals and confirmed their bottom-placed finish for the first time in franchise history. Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score Article Source: IANS

Illegal tractors wreak havoc on Bengaluru roads; pose safety and environmental threat

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Bengaluru Yellow Line Metro gets approval from the Railway Board for its rolling stock, CMRS inspection likely by end of May

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RSS chief calls for making Bharat mighty; says country facing 'wickedness of evil forces' on borders

NEW DELHI: RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat has called for unity in the Hindu society and making Bharat so mighty in military power and economy that it cannot be conquered even if multiple powers come together. He, however, stressed that strength should be combined with virtues and righteousness as a mere brute power can be directionless leading to latant violence. India has no option but to be powerful as it has been witnessing the wickedness of the evil forces on all its borders, Bhagwat said in an interview published in the latest issue of RSS-linked weekly magazine Organiser. The interview was conducted following the meeting of RSS' highest decision-making body Akhil Bharatiya Pratinidhi Sabha in Bengaluru about two months ago. We must strive for strength. As we pray through the daily prarthana (prayer): 'Ajayyam cha visvasya dehisa saktim' (Grant us such strength that globally we are invincible), Bhagat told the magazine when asked to share the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh's vision on national security, military strength and economic power. He stressed that India must not be dependent on others for national security. True strength is internal. We should be able to defend ourselves. No one should be able to conquer us, not even if multiple powers come together. There are evil forces in the world that are aggressive by nature, he said, adding, We have no option but to be powerful as we have been witnessing the wickedness of the evil forces on all our borders. A virtuous person is not safe just because of his virtues. Hence virtues should be combined with strength. Mere brute power can be directionless, leading to blatant blatant violence. Hence power should be combined with righteousness, Bhagwat underlined. Continuing with his argument, the RSS chief said, So we must worship both virtue and strength. For the protection of the good, for the destruction of the wicked -- this should be the nature of our power. When no option is available, then wickedness has to be eradicated forcefully, he said. We are not doing this to dominate world trade, but to ensure that everyone should be able to lead a peaceful, healthy and empowered life. Asked if human rights defenders at the global level care about Hindus facing exploitation and violence in the neighbouring countries, the RSS chief said someone would worry about Hindus only when Hindus are strong enough. As the Hindu society and Bharat are intertwined, the glorious nature of Hindu society will bring glory to Bharat. Such a strong Hindu society can only present a model for taking along the people of Bharat who do not consider themselves Hindus, as at one point they were also Hindus. If the Hindu society of Bharat becomes strong, then automatically, Hindus will gain strength globally, he added. Bhagwat said work is going on to strengthen Hindu society but it is not complete yet. Slowly but surely, that situation is evolving, he said, adding, This time, the way anguish against the atrocities on Hindus in Bangladesh has been expressed is unprecedented. Even local Hindus (in Bangladesh) now say -- we won't flee. We'll stay and fight for our rights. The RSS chief asserted the internal strength of the Hindu society was increasing. As the organisation grows, its impact will translate naturally. Until then, we must keep fighting, he said. Wherever Hindus are in the world, we will do everything possible for them, following international norms. The Sangh exists for the same, Bhagwat added. Outlining the RSS' resolve for the next quarter of the century, he said it is to unite the entire Hindu society and take Bharat to the pinnacle of glory, and eventually extend this transformation to the whole world. The Hindu society must awaken now. Forgetting divisions and selfishness, we need to shape our personal, family, social and professional life based on the 'dharmik' values rooted in Hindutva, he said when asked about his message for the well-wishers, thinkers and the Hindu society in this centenary year of the RSS. That will pave the way for a powerful, righteous and self-reliant Bharat, he observed. The world is waiting for a new path, and Bharat, meaning Hindu society, has to provide it as a divine duty. Agriculture, industrial and scientific revolutions are over. Now the world needs a 'dharmic' revolution. I am not talking about religion, but human life has to be reorganised based on truth, purity, compassion and austerity. The world needs this, Bharat has to inevitably show the path, he added. Bhagwat said the RSS is a principle-centred organisation with the idea that 'Bharat is a Hindu Rashtra' embedded in its core functioning. We may take inspiration and follow the direction given by great personalities, but in every desh-kaal-paristhiti (time and situation), we must carve our own path. This calls for constant discernment between what is eternal (nitya) and what is situational (anitya), he said. What is nitya in the Sangh? Balasaheb once said, 'Hindustan is a Hindu Rashtra.' Apart from this, everything else in the Sangh is transient. The entire Hindu society is the accountable custodian of this nation. The nature and the 'sanskriti' of this country are Hindu. Therefore, this is a Hindu Rashtra, the RSS chief said Everything is to be done while maintaining this core, he added. Hence, the Sangh swayamsevak, while taking the oath, explicitly states: 'The all-round development of the Hindu Rashtra while protecting sacred Hindu dharma, Hindu 'sanskriti' and Hindu society', he added. Bhagwat said there is complete freedom in the RSS to express diverse and conflicting opinions during discussion but once a decision is reached by building consensus, everyone keeps aside their individual opinions by merging them into the collective decision. The eternal is preserved; the transient evolves with time, space and context, he added.

Zepto delivery guy attacks Bengaluru man over spat in delivery address

Zepto has apologized to a Bengaluru customer after an alleged assault by a delivery person. The incident occurred due to an address discrepancy. Shashank sustained injuries and requires surgery. A First Information Report has been filed with the police, who are searching for the delivery boy, Vishnuvardhan. Zepto is investigating the matter.

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PBKS bowling attack leaves them a bit vulnerable...: Sanjay Manjrekar

PBKS' finish in the final two is under jeopardy, as after their loss to DC by six wickets, they are just left with one game, and so are Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), who could displace them from the top two. PBKS' final league game is with an in-form Mumbai Indians (MI) while RCB will be facing Lucknow Super Giants (LSG).

IPL 2025: Gujarat Titans Might Be The First Team To Secure A Top-two Spot, Says Manjrekar

Royal Challengers Bengaluru: Former India batter Sanjay Manjrekar backed table toppers Gujarat Titans to finish in the top-two spot of the IPL 2025 standings. Currently, Gujarat Titans are placed at the top spot with 18 points in 13 matches while Punjab Kings (17 points), Royal Challengers Bengaluru (17 points) and Mumbai Indians (16 points) sit at second, third and fourth respectively. All four teams have already secured playoffs berth and are fighting for the top-two spot. With only one game remaining against Chennai Super Kings, GT have to win the clash to confirm the top spot. I think Gujarat Titans might be the first team to secure a top-two spot. They've only dropped one game, which could be just what they need to recharge and come back stronger in the next match, Manjrekar said on JioHotstar. RCB and PBKS lost their penultimate games to Sunrisers Hyderabad and Delhi Capitals respectively to dent their top-two finish hopes. Manjrekar hailed Sameer Rizvis mature knock under pressure for Delhi Capitals against Punjab Kings. He's coming of age, like many young Indian players this season. It hasnt been about the big names this IPL has belonged to the younger lot. What stood out in this innings was how he dominated spin and found ways to score against quality bowlers like Marco Jansen and Arshdeep Singh. And this was a proper chase there wasnt any advantage from dew, which can sometimes make it feel like you're already 20 runs ahead. That wasnt the case, and if not for Rizvi, I dont think Delhi Capitals wouldve pulled it off. Manjrekar observed how IPL 2025 has been defined by Gen Bold players and lauded youngsters like Priyansh Arya and Vaibhav Suryavanshi for their breakout season. He's coming of age, like many young Indian players this season. It hasnt been about the big names this IPL has belonged to the younger lot. What stood out in this innings was how he dominated spin and found ways to score against quality bowlers like Marco Jansen and Arshdeep Singh. And this was a proper chase there wasnt any advantage from dew, which can sometimes make it feel like you're already 20 runs ahead. That wasnt the case, and if not for Rizvi, I dont think Delhi Capitals wouldve pulled it off. Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score Article Source: IANS

Karnataka urges people to stay calm amid fears due to Covid-19 death in Bengaluru - The South First

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Bengaluru man assaulted by Zepto delivery agent over wrong address

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BJP slams Siddaramaiah for skipping NITI Aayog meeting

Bengaluru: Slamming Chief Minister Siddaramaiah for not attending the 10th meeting of NITI Aayog Governing Council in New Delhi, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the BJP on Sunday said that Karnataka deserves better. State BJP President B Y Vijayendra termed the CMs absence as a deliberate withdrawal from opportunities that could shape Karnatakas future, 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 .

IPL 2025: Hazlewood Rejoins RCB Squad Ahead Of Playoffs

Royal Challengers Bengaluru: Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) pacer Josh Hazlewood has rejoined the squad after recovering from a shoulder injury ahead of their final league game and the IPL 2025 playoffs. Hazlewood, RCBs leading wicket-taker this season with 18 scalps from just 10 matches, had been out of action since April 27. He returned to Australia during the IPL's brief suspension following cross-border tensions between India and Pakistan. He completed rehab at home and resumed training in Brisbane as part of Australia's preparation for the upcoming World Test Championship (WTC) final against South Africa. Having come through those sessions successfully, he is now back with the RCB squad. RCB have already qualified for the playoffs but took a hit in their quest for a top-two finish after losing a high-scoring thriller to Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) on Friday. Hazlewoods return is timely, as a top-two finish would offer them the cushion of two chances to reach the final. Former India coach Anil Kumble highlighted the advantage RCB hold after Hazlewood's addition. The good thing for RCB is that they will play the last game and they will know exactly where they stand and what they need to do, he said on ESPNcricinfo's Time Out. Despite his recent absence, Hazlewood remains the fourth-highest wicket-taker in IPL 2025. His 18 wickets have come at an average of 17.27 and an economy rate of 8.44, underscoring his importance across all phases of the innings. Behind him for RCB are left-arm spinner Krunal Pandya with 15 wickets and pacer Yash Dayal with 10. In Hazlewood's absence, Lungi Ngidi was given a run but struggled to replicate the Australians impact. Ngidi will be unavailable for the playoffs due to international duties with South Africa. Nuwan Thushara hasnt featured yet this season, and while Blessing Muzarabani has been signed as a replacement, his limited experience at this level makes Hazlewoods return all the more vital. Despite his recent absence, Hazlewood remains the fourth-highest wicket-taker in IPL 2025. His 18 wickets have come at an average of 17.27 and an economy rate of 8.44, underscoring his importance across all phases of the innings. Behind him for RCB are left-arm spinner Krunal Pandya with 15 wickets and pacer Yash Dayal with 10. Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score Article Source: IANS

New law on the cards to ban basement parking in low-lying areas in Bengaluru

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Covid deaths: 21-year-old dies of COVID-19 in Thane, fourth fatality in Maharashtra

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IPL 2025 | Josh Hazlewood rejoins Royal Challengers Bengaluru ahead of IPL playoffs

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CM Revanth Reddy proposes national task force for Indias top cities to boost urban growth, job creation

HYDERABAD: Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy on Saturday proposed the formation of a national-level task force, under the leadership of the Prime Minister and chief ministers of key states, to harness the potential of Indias major citiesMumbai, Bengaluru, Kolkata, Chennai and Hyderabad. Speaking at the 10th Governing Council meeting of NITI Aayog in Delhi, Revanth said the task force should focus on comprehensive urban development, infrastructure enhancement, investment strategies and governance reforms specific to these cities. Revanth said that a dedicated and coordinated approach could drive national economic growth, create millions of jobs and improve Indias standing in the global urban economy. Its imperative to recognise the economic significance of Indias top six metropolitan citiesMumbai, Delhi, Bengaluru, Kolkata, Chennai and Hyderabad. These cities account for a substantial share of Indias urban GDP and are pivotal to economic growth, innovation and employment, he said. For instance, Mumbai and Delhi contribute 25.8 lakh crore and 24.5 lakh crore respectively, while Hyderabad, despite its smaller size, already accounts for nearly 2.5% of national GDP, the chief minister stated. Looking ahead to the centenary of Indian Independence in 2047, Revanth said the goal of becoming a Viksit Bharat with a USD 30 trillion economy was attainable. He added, Telangana is determined to play a leading role. The state envisions contributing 8% to the national GDP by 2047 as a Viksit Rajya. On the issue of caste census, Revanth said Telangana was willing to assist the Union government by sharing its methodology, institutional learnings and experience. Our proactive approach has helped shape this transformative national agenda, he said. Speaking about Telanganas urban development plans, the chief minister highlighted the Hyderabad Green Pharma Cityalso referred to as Future Cityas Indias first Net-Zero Greenfield Smart City. Spread over 14,000 acres, the city is planned as a multi-sectoral urban-industrial hub based on the Work, Live, Learn, and Play model. It is expected to accommodate 15 lakh residents and provide employment to 7.5 lakh people. Revanth also spoke about other ongoing urban infrastructure initiatives including the expansion of the Hyderabad Metro Rail network, the Musi River Rejuvenation Project, elevated expressways, and the Regional Ring Road. These projects, the chief minister said, are designed to improve connectivity, promote sustainable transport, and open up new areas for economic development. He urged the Union government to grant necessary clearances for the PalamuruRanga Reddy Lift Irrigation Scheme and extend central support under the Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana (PMKSY). Extending support to Operation Sindoor, the chief minister stated: The Government of Telangana reiterates its support to the Government of India and to the brave personnel engaged in Operation Sindoora critical step in the ongoing fight against terrorism. Telangana remains committed to maintaining peace and national unity. We salute the courage and sacrifice of our security forces and reaffirm our resolve to defeat all forms of terrorism.

Puducherry power minister seeks extension of 105 MW additional power allocation till September

PUDUCHERRY: Puducherry Power Minister Namassivayam has sought extension of additional allocation of power of 105 MW till September to meet Puducherrys peak summer requirement. Speaking at the Conference of Southern States and Union Territories held in Bengaluru, chaired by the Union Power Minister Manohar Lal, he thanked the centre for allocating an additional 105 MW of power from March 29 to May 31, 2025, which he said has helped the UT manage peak summer demand. However, with no significant power generation within Puducherry itself, he requested the Union Ministry of Power to continue this additional allocation until September 2025 to ensure an uninterrupted power supply. The minister also pointed out that the current load transfer capacity from the Southern Grid to Puducherry stands at 540 MW. To meet anticipated future demand, Namassivayam urged the centre to favourably consider a General Network Access (GNA) request for an additional 80 MW. Further emphasising power reliability, he called on NLC India Ltd to expedite the installation of an interconnecting transformer (ICT) at Neyveli. This project is critical to addressing N-1 contingency requirements and ensuring consistent power availability for the UT. Looking ahead, the UT of Puducherry has proposed procurement of 50 MW from NTPC Telangana, 100 MW from NLC and 50 MW from Kudankulam Units III and IV to accommodate growing demand. Recognising the power sector as a backbone of economic development, Namassivayam said Puducherry is actively pursuing infrastructure upgrades, including new substations, augmentation of existing 230 kV and 110 kV substations, and strengthening of the internal transmission grid. Puducherry: Once again, Puducherry Chief Minister N Rangasamy skipped the NITI Aayog meeting held in New Delhi on Saturday. Despite repeated invitations from the centre, Rangasamy, heading the AINRC-BJP government, has not attended a single NITI Aayog meeting since assuming office in 2021. The NITI Aayog meeting, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, is focussed on charting a roadmap to make India a developed nation by 2047 through the collaborative efforts of states and Union Territories. In fact, Rangasamy in previous years had no intention of participating as he had not even booked a flight for travel. He even refused to answer journalists who wanted to know about his participation or non-participation and the reasons for it.

Karnataka: 84-year-old man infected with COVID-19 dies due to multi-organ failure in Bengaluru

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Big boost for RCB: Josh Hazlewood returns ahead of IPL 2025 playoffs

Josh Hazlewood has rejoined Royal Challengers Bengaluru ahead of the crucial IPL 2025 playoffs, boosting the team's chances of winning their first title. After uncertainty surrounding his availability due to the World Test Championship final and a shoulder niggle, Hazlewood arrived in Lucknow on Sunday. His return strengthens RCB's pace attack for the knockout stage.

YATS team embarks on exposure visit to ISRO facilities

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CM Revanth urges PM Modis backing for Telanganas chip, defence, metro projects

HYDERABAD: Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy on Saturday urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to support Telanganas efforts in becoming a major player in Indias semiconductor ecosystem. Calling on Modi in Delhi, Revanth stated that Telangana is aligned with Indias Semiconductor Mission and aims to emerge as a hub for advanced semiconductor and electronics manufacturing. Stating that Hyderabad already hosts a strong ecosystem, with global R&D centres such as AMD, Qualcomm and NVIDIA and major manufacturers like Foxconn and Kaynes, Revanth highlighted Telangana as an attractive investment destination by pointing out the states offerings including seismic safety, industrial land availability, skilled workforce and supportive infrastructure. He requested Modis intervention to secure ISM project approval for Telangana, stating that this would boost investor confidence and contribute towards Indias target of $500 billion electronics production by 2030. He said ISM approval would help generate high-value jobs and strengthen Indias global position in semiconductor supply chains. 'Hyderabad best for a defence hub' Revanth also sought central support for defence-related initiatives, including Defence PSUs, private sector JVs and capacity-building for MSMEs. He described Hyderabad as the largest Make in India hub for aerospace and defence, supported by DRDO labs and over a dozen Defence PSUs. The chief minister said about 1,000 MSMEs in the city supply components to national and international OEMs, attracting companies such as Lockheed Martin, Boeing, GE, Safran and Honeywell. He called for fast-track approvals for defence JVs and offsets and said that OEMs have shown interest in Telangana but need assured Government of India orders. The chief minister pointed out that defence MSMEs face high capital investment and long gestation periods, thus requiring PLI support and incentives. Revanth urged official recognition of the Hyderabad-Bengaluru corridor as a defence corridor to ensure parity with other regions. He also proposed Hyderabad as the venue for the next Defence Expo. Green flag sought for Metro Phase-2 The chief minister requested Cabinet approval and expedited clearance from the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs for the Hyderabad Metro Rail Phase-2 project. He said the project involves five corridors totalling 76.4 km and will be implemented as a joint venture between the Union and state governments. The estimated project cost is 24,269 crore, with the Government of India contributing 18% (4,230 crore), Telangana 30% (7,313 crore), and the remaining 48% (11,693 crore) to be raised as debt. He recalled that the proposal had been submitted to the Centre on November 4, 2024, and that all requested clarifications have since been provided by the state. Parallel tracks Revanth reiterated the states request for financial and Cabinet approval for both the southern and northern parts of the Regional Ring Road (RRR). He said land acquisition for this greenfield project began in 2022 under the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI), and Telangana has agreed to share 50% of the acquisition cost. Awards for over 90% of the required land have been sent to NHAI for approval and tenders have already been invited. The chief minister warned that executing only the northern segment first would increase land and construction costs for the southern portion due to price escalation. He said both segments should be implemented simultaneously for efficient utilisation and confirmed that Telangana is willing to bear 50% of the acquisition cost for the southern section as well. Rail and Road connectivity The chief minister also urged the Centre to approve a railway line running parallel to the RRR, stating that this 370 km route would create transformational opportunities across the state. Additionally, he requested the development of a greenfield highway from Bandar Port to a proposed dry port near Hyderabad, along with a railway line alongside the highway.

Is new Covid-19 variant JN.1 deadly? Here's what you need to know as cases spike in India

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Bengaluru reports first Covid death, 38 active cases in Karnataka

Bengaluru: Bengaluru has reported its first Covid-19 death, according to an official statement issued by the Karnataka Health Department. The patient died on Saturday, said the Health Department, adding that 108 persons were tested for Covid in the last 24 hours, and five persons tested positive. One person was discharged from the hospital, and the Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

Bengaluru reports first Covid death, 38 active cases in Karnataka - Siasat.com

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Major Rama Gopal Naidu becomes first from Andhra to receive Kirti Chakra for eliminating five terrorists

SRIKAKULAM: Major Malla Rama Gopal Naidu, a brave soldier from the Telugu States, has made history by becoming the first person from the telugu States to receive the prestigious Kirti Chakra, the second-highest peacetime gallantry honour. The award recognises Naidus exceptional courage and bravery in the face of extreme danger. While serving with the Rashtriya Rifles in Jammu and Kashmir, Naidu led a patrolling team along the Line of Control (LoC) in Kupwara district. Upon receiving reliable information that five terrorists had intruded into Indian territory, Naidu alerted his team and attempted to apprehend the terrorists. However, the terrorists tried to threaten the jawans, prompting Naidu to swiftly eliminate one terrorist. The remaining terrorists opened rapid fire at the army team, but Naidu continued to engage them, eliminating three more terrorists. Another terrorist, hiding in a cave, opened fire and threw a grenade at the team. Naidu escaped the attack and completed the operation by killing the fifth terrorist. Naidus heroic actions and selfless dedication to duty have earned him the second-highest recognition, inspiring pride and admiration for the Telugu states. His story serves as a testament to the bravery. The Government of India recognised Naidus courage, dedication, and intelligence in eliminating the terrorists while protecting his team without any loss of life. Naidu received the award from President Droupadi Murmu at the Gallantry Awards presentation event in New Delhi. Rama Gopal Naidu is one of the four army personnel honoured with the Kirti Chakra award. Chief Minister Nara Chandrababu Naidu lauded Major Rama Gopal Naidus courageous act and met him and his family members at Amaravati. Union Minister for Civil Aviation Kinjarapu Rammohan Naidu congratulated Major Rama Gopal Naidu, calling him a symbol of Telugu pride for his bravery in killing five terrorists at the Line of Control. Agriculture Minister Kinjarapu Atchannaidu also praised Naidus achievement, lauding his courage and intelligence. The nation will always remember Major Naidus dedication and commitment to protecting people from notorious terrorists. Naidu hails from a small village of Nagaripenta in Santhabommali mandal of Tekkali segment. His father, Appala Naidu, is a farmer, and mother, Hemamalini, is a homemaker. He has two younger brothers, Lakshmi Narayana, who is preparing for UPSC examinations, and Ajith Kumar, who works as a software engineer in Bengaluru. Major Naidu was born on June 16, 1995. He studied at a private English medium school in Dandugopalapuram village for Class I, and later attended a private school at Kotabommali mandal centre for Classes II to V. He then studied at Sainik School Korukonda in Vizianagaram district from Classes VI to X. In 2012, Naidu was selected for the National Defence Academy (NDA) at Pune through the Staff Selection Commission Examination after completing his Bachelors. He was admitted as a cadet at the Indian Military Academy (IMA), where he stood first among 900 trainees and received a gold medal. After completing his training, Naidu entered the Indian Army as a Lieutenant in 2016. He showed a remarkable performance and was promoted to Captain in 2018. Continuing his dedication to his work, he was elevated to the rank of Major in 2022. Naidu is married and has a daughter, Aira. According to his parents, Naidu showed an interest in joining the Indian Army from a young age and worked hard to achieve his goal. His entire career depends on his dedication, commitment, and hard work, they said. Were feeling proud of our elder brothers courage and achievement, Lakshmi Narayana and Ajith Kumar shared their experience with TNIE. We both received a call from our brother, and he told us it was a highly pleasurable moment for him. I was impressed by the great personalities who sacrificed their lives for the nation during my childhood, and I set my goal to join the Indian Army. Today, Im happy to receive this second highest honour, and I dedicate it to our nation, Major Rama Gopal Naidu told TNIE.

Karnataka deputy CM D.K. Shivakumar announces 114-km elevated corridor, Rs 4,000 crore waste management revamp for Bengaluru

Deputy CM DK Shivakumar announced a 114-km elevated road corridor to alleviate Bengaluru's traffic congestion, following the clearance of the tunnel road project. A Rs 4,000 crore 'Swachha Bengaluru' initiative will revamp the city's waste management, dividing it into 33 zones. Tenders for both projects are expected soon, with strict regulations around tunnel exits near Vidhana Soudha.

CAT stays inquiry notice against IPS officer Alok Kumar in 2019 audio leak case before DG promotion review

BENGALURU: The Central Administrative Tribunal (CAT) has stayed a notice issued by the chief secretary to senior IPS officer Alok Kumar, who is the additional director general of police, proposing a departmental inquiry against him into the 2019 telephone audio leak case. Kumar contended that the departmental inquiry was already dropped as per the reply dated May 6, 2024, given by the state government under the Right to Information Act, and the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) too has also filed a B (closure) report in the case which conclusively established that there was no evidence against him into the alleged audio leak. He alleged that the notice, dated May 9, 2025, was issued under Rule 8(4) of All India Services (Discipline & Appeals) Rules, 1969, just days before his name was cleared by the Departmental Promotion Committee (DPC) for promotion to the director general of police post. The notice was after the director general and inspector general of police took his profile on April 23, 2025 to forward it to the Union Public Service Commission to consider him for the post of DG&IGP, he said. Kumars counsel submitted before the CAT that a previous departmental inquiry was initiated on the same charges and finally no action was taken. He also drew attention to the order dated February 13, 2024, where the ACMM, Bengaluru, designated for hearing CBI cases, accepted the closure report. The notice has been issued because the applicant is due for consideration for promotion with effect from May 21, he argued, pointing out that the notice was issued with a malafide intention to create an artificial hurdle for his promotion. CAT Judicial Member BK Srivastava however, noted that the matter should be heard by a division bench which is not available at present. It is to be ordered that the notification will be treated as stayed till June 10, the next date of hearing. The interim relief will be possible before the division bench on the next date, he said in the order passed recently while issuing notice to all the respondents including the chief secretary.

Karnataka governor urges grassroots disaster committees, highlights tech role

BENGALURU: Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot on Saturday stressed the need for grassroots participation in disaster preparedness, urging the formation of disaster management committees at the village level. Speaking at the World Disaster Management Conference at the Jawaharlal Nehru Centre for Advanced Scientific Research (JNCASR), he highlighted that local communities play a crucial role in reducing the impact of disasters. The local community is the backbone of disaster management. Empowering, training and making people aware at the grassroots level can significantly reduce the impact of disasters, the governor said. He called for better training and resource support for these committees and advocated introducing disaster awareness training from the school level itself. The conference, held under the theme - Technology for Climate and Disaster Resilience - also highlighted the role of technology in disaster management. Gehlot pointed out that tools like AI, big data, satellite imaging, GIS mapping, drones and mobile alerts are transforming how disasters are detected, managed and mitigated. He stressed the importance of incorporating disaster resilience into national development policies and praised Indias leadership under Prime Minister Narendra Modi for advancing disaster preparedness. He also lauded the upcoming World Disaster Management Conference scheduled in Uttarakhand this November. The event was attended by Prof Durgesh Pant, Director General of the Uttarakhand Council of Science and Technology, and Prof Umesh Waghmare of JNCASR.

BNP demands BBMP withdraw unfair solid waste fee amid double billing complaints in Bengaluru

BENGALURU: Bengaluru Navanirmana Party has claimed that over 2,800 people across the city have expressed solidarity with them in objecting to BBMP in its campaign titled #IWontPay, against the new solid waste management user fee on citizens who neither generate the waste nor receive BBMPs services. This is exploitation. How can BBMP collect a fee without even knowing who should pay and who shouldnt? said Srikanth Narasimhan, founder of BNP. He said the bulk-waste generator exemption was introduced around April 20, 2025, after backlash from citizens. By this time, thousands of residents who live in apartments classified as bulk-waste generators, had already paid the SWM fee. Many have made double payment, one to private vendors, and another to BBMP for doing nothing. Smaller apartment complexes (under 100 units) that use empanelled vendors are neither recognized as bulk generators nor given clarity, which again leads to double billing. Vacant plot owners have also been charged SWM fee despite producing no waste. How can BBMP justify billing people for a service it doesnt provide? Theres no accountability, no communication, not even basic logic, said Poongothai Paramasivan, Governing Council member of BNP. She added that without an elected BBMP Council, the government is unilaterally imposing new charges like parking fees and garbage user fees. BNP has submitted formal letters to Deputy CM DK Shivakumar, BBMP Chief Commissioner Maheshwar Rao, and Revenue Special Commissioner Munish Moudgil, demanding withdrawal of the SWM user fee, and full refund or adjustment of wrongly collected fees for all who have paid this year.

Deadline past but only 50 per cent shops in Tiruchy comply with Tamil signboard rule

TIRUCHY: Nearly two weeks have passed since the deadline for implementation of the Tamil name board mandate ended but major retail chains in Tiruchy are found continuing to flout norms. The rule framed under the Tamil Nadu Shops and Establishments Act requires all commercial establishments to prominently display their names in Tamil in a 5:3:2 ratio. Despite the rule, many outlets continue to operate with English sign boards, citing procedural and approval delays from corporate headquarters. As of May 24, officials estimate that around 40-50% of the shops have complied with the rules. Assistant Commissioner of the Labour Department, V Thangaraj said, Six inspectors are deployed within the city limits to oversee the compliance of the rules and we have been sending out notices to all these establishments throughout the month. From June 1, we will start collecting fines of Rs 2,000 for noncompliance of the rules. Authorities however admit that the follow-up inspections have been minimal, citing limited manpower and logistical challenges in monitoring over 7,000 registered shops in the city. We are doing our best but this needs either voluntary compliance from traders or a robust plan from the district administration to deploy additional task forces, said a senior official requesting anonymity. Activists have criticised the uneven enforcement of officers to monitor. Small traders complied immediately but big chains are exploiting the lack of accountability. Without action, the rule becomes symbolic, a CITU member said. In Karnataka, the Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP) is the sole authority to fine shops as they enforce these rules directly. Here, the labour department has only six inspectors. So how can they manage citywide enforcement alone?, asked K Ibrahim, a CPI functionary. District collector M Pradeep Kumar was unavailable for a comment when TNIE contacted.

African catfish invasion after rains deals blow to Vibhutipura Lake revival efforts

BENGALURU: The restoration of the 45-acre Vibhutipura Lake in Mahadevpura Zone has suffered a huge setback with African Catfish taking over the water body in the wake of pre-monsoon rains. The walkers and lake activists said the lake and buffer zone have been already encroached. Now with the rains, dirty water has flooded the lake and banned African Catfish are cavorting in the lake, they pointed out. Ravi Kumar, a regular walker, said,Ten days ago when the water level was low in the lake, these fish were seen struggling in small patches, but after rains, they have spread across the water body. Sathyavani Sridhar, who took up the issue of the lakes poor management and encroachment with Lokayukta last year, said, Till the beginning of April, the officials were removing the silt. Heavy rains have flooded the entire lake with dirty water. Now it will be difficult to remove these deadly fish. Noted Environmentalist Dr Yellappa Reddy said these are dangerous species and will not allow the local species to thrive. The banned African Catfishes are voracious eaters. This fish species will spoil the lake aqua system. Local fish will be eaten by this catfish and this will impact migratory birds. If the birds did not find the fish, they would look for a new habitat, he said. This kind of catfish is sold in Mumbai by local fishermen and if it is alive, it fetches more revenue, he added. Executive Engineer, Lakes, BBMP, Nithya J, said, We are not aware of African catfish in Vibhutipura Lake. This may have entered through stormwater drains. I will take up the issue with the fisheries department, she said.

IPL top-two qualification scenarios: GT, PBKS, RCB, MI set for final sprint

Mumbai Indians secured the final Indian Premier League 2025 playoff berth, joining Gujarat Titans, Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Punjab Kings. These top four teams now battle for a crucial top-two finish, guaranteeing two shots at the final. Unexpectedly, GT, RCB and PBKS stumbled in their recent matches, intensifying the competition.

Treading the green path: Delhi mans solo mission to beautify Madikeri

MADIKERI: Astroll on a quaint street near Government Junior College in Madikeri introduces one to a beautification project where flower pots hang on retaining walls of public spaces. In between the flower pots, dustbins are also placed for public use. This beautification project was not taken up by the City Municipal Council or any other government body; it is the effort of an individual from Delhi who moved into the city two years ago in search of clean air. Piyush Agarwal has grand plans to make Madikeri one of the quaintest cities to live in. Piyush, who started on a road trip across India in search of a place with clean and pure air to lead a retired life, says, Madikeri fit the bill the best for my retired life. So, what made him undertake the journey from Delhi to Madikeri? I was in search of a place with a low Air Quality Index (AQI), which I wanted to make my home, he says. The businessman and entrepreneur developed bouts of cough due to high air pollution in Delhi. I had difficulty breathing and developed cough bouts. COVID happened, and my business suffered a bit. That is when I decided that Delhi was not the place I wanted to live in, and it was time for me to get out, he shares. Road trip across 27 states He set off on a road trip across India, travelling from East coast to West coast, the AQI meter as his travel buddy. He checked the air quality in every place he visited. Ooty, Chikkamagaluru, Goa, Kerala, Kanyakumari Piyush travelled the length and breadth of India and covered 27 of 29 states; this was in 2022. I had a few parameters in mind. While air quality was the priority, the other parameters included the kind of people, a not-so-large city, greenery. And Madikeri fit the bill the best, he explains. His travel experience also revealed that the majority of the country is polluted, as air quality level across several regions is above 50. Madikeri had an AQI level of 16, and became my ideal place to settle down for a retired life. Kodagu is among the best districts and nowhere in the country can you find such forests with abundant greenery. Even coffee cultivation is done using shade trees, he opines. Piyush rented out a house and has been a resident for two years. He wants Madikeri to become one of the most beautiful cities in the country and his efforts can be seen in the beautification and cleanliness projects he has undertaken silently. During his first year, Piyush caught the attention of the City Municipality Council after he was spotted picking up litter and clearing garbage in his neighbourhood, equipped with a litter picker stick and gunny bag. Impressed, then CMC president Anita Poovaiah invited Piyush to her office and appreciated his efforts. I am 65 years old and cannot bend down to pick up litter. I bought the litter picker stick online and have a few collections of these sticks. Every Indian wants to keep their house clean, but when it comes to their surroundings, they are not bothered, this is a very Indian sentiment. The road and neighbourhood are an extension of my house and I often clean my surroundings. This introduced me to CMC councillors and now, I have started an initiative to install public dustbins across the city, he says. During his chats with CMC officials, Piyush got permission to instal dustbins (pinned to retaining walls of public spaces) across several wards in the city. Similarly, he put up dustbins in busy public spaces, including tourist spots and outside schools. I approached the youth empowerment department for permission to instal dustbins across the District Ground premises, he says. He got the nod, and installed over 15 dustbins in the grounds, but they were all stolen within 48 hours. I dont want to fix the dustbins permanently as it would be difficult for civic workers to clear them. Cleaning dustbins must be a simple process. However, of the hundreds of dustbins installed across wards, over 50 per cent were stolen. This is when I realised that people of Madikeri dont want dustbins, he points out. Piyush faced several hurdles in the cleanliness project, but this did not stop him from beautifying the city. After the dustbin project, he undertook beautification work by installing flower pots across the city limits. Flower pots with self-watering technology (originally designed by him) are lined up across city limits. Proud to live in Madikeri Piyush has more such initiatives in mind. He aims to install a flower pot and a dustbin on all lampposts. However, getting permission, especially from the CESC department, remains a Herculean task. Imagine if every lamppost was lined with a flower pot and a dustbin. Madikeri will become one among the cleanest cities in the country, and I would be proud to live here. I dont want any government support and I am ready to invest completely on my own. However, CESC denied permission for it and there is nothing I can do to change this, he says, disappointed. Nevertheless, Piyush continues to involve himself in environment-friendly beautification projects. He has planted over 350 varieties of trees across his neighbours private estate and invented eco-friendly measures to water these saplings. I sought permission from one of my neighbours to plant saplings in his estate. I told him I dont want any support or returns, but only oxygen from these saplings. I collected 10,000 plastic water bottles from restaurants and hotels. During monsoons, I collected water in these bottles and these bottles continue to water the self-watering flower pots and saplings I have planted so far, he explains. His routine includes cleaning the neighbourhood of trash, taking a stroll across the estate to take care of his saplings, cycling and golf. While he visits the estate during the morning hours, he ensures to put his food in a solar cooker and keep it under the sun. By the time I am back, I know my food is cooked and this is my routine during summer days, he shares. While the initiative undertaken by Piyush is not known to the majority in the city, people who know him are inspired by his efforts. When I was growing up, pollution was not among the biggest concerns. The environment then was pristine, and we could swim in any stream as the water was clean. I have seen nature deteriorate in my lifetime and river Jamuna in Delhi is proof of that deterioration. Now, I do my bit to keep nature clean, he concludes. He also hopes to garner support from peoples representatives as he is ready to fund the beautification project, provided he has all the permissions in hand.

'Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning' smashed Indian box-office records: Tom Cruise's film crosses Rs 65 crore in 6 days

Mission: Impossible The Final Reckoning has grossed 65.30 crore in India within eight days, showcasing strong performance, especially in English-language screenings in major cities like Bengaluru and Mumbai. Despite a midweek slowdown, the film saw renewed momentum during its second weekend. Directed by Christopher McQuarrie, this climactic chapter faced production challenges, including strike-related delays, before its global release.

Four killed, three injured as lorry rams into car in Andhra Pradesh

KADAPA: A road accident at the fourth curve of Guvvalacheruvu ghat in Chinthakommadinne mandal, Kadapa district, claimed the lives of four members of a family and left three others injured on Saturday. Chinthakommadinne Police said a lorry transporting sugar from Lillipuram in Tamil Nadu to Hyderabad rammed into a car after reportedly suffering brake failure. A family was travelling from Bengaluru to their native village at Chintaputtayapalle in the car. Police identified the deceased as Software Engineer Basineni Sreekanth Reddy (32), his wife Nagireddy Sirisha (27), and two children from their extended family Harshitha Reddy (9) and Rishikesh Reddy (11). The accident left their daughter, Trishika Reddy, orphaned. Sreekanth Reddy, who worked as a software engineer in Bengaluru, was visiting his native village to attend the 41st-day celebrations of a newly consecrated Sri Rama temple he had built, police said. The family, including Sreekanth, Sirisha, their daughter Trishika, Sirishas elder sister Kokatum Shashikala, her two children, and another relative, Siddhamurthy Swarna, were travelling in a KA 53 MN 2664 car. As they approached the fourth curve of the ghat, the speeding lorry crashed into the car, and sugar sacks from the vehicle fell onto it, crushing it completely. Circle Inspector Shankar Naik, Brake Inspector Vijay Bhaskar, firefighters, and locals used a JCB and hydraulic cutter to rescue victims trapped in a mangled car. Sreekanth and Sirisha died on the spot, while Harshitha and Rishikesh succumbed at the government hospital. Shashikala, who lost both her children, survived with injuries. She is the wife of software engineer Tirupathi Reddy, currently in Germany. Police sent the bodies for post-mortem and launched an investigation.

CBSE students dominate KCET results

BENGALURU: CBSE students showed a strong performance while the overall eligibility for various professional courses registered a noticeable dip in the Karnataka Common Entrance Test (KCET)-2025 results announced by the Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) on Saturday. Of the total 3,11,991 candidates who appeared this year, more than 2.75 lakh passed, bringing the total pass percentage to 88.36. Among the top 10 rank holders in the engineering stream, seven were from CBSE schools. Bhavesh Jayanthi from Bengaluru secured the first rank in engineering and also emerged as the second topper in Pharma-D. The second and third ranks were bagged by Satwik B Biradar and Dhinesh Gowthami Shankar Arunachalam, respectively, both from Bengaluru schools. Despite the high-ranking performances, this year saw a decline in the number of students eligible for admissions across most courses. For engineering courses, 2,62,195 students qualified this year, compared to 2.75 lakh last year. A similar dip was observed in other streams -- in Bachelor of Naturopathy and Yogic Sciences (BNYS), 1,98,679 became eligible this year against 2.19 lakh in 2024 while in BSc (Hons) Agriculture, 2,14,588 were eligible in 2025 compared to 2.15 lakh in 2024. Higher Education Minister Dr MC Sudhakar, who released the results, attributed the overall drop in eligibility to the lower pass percentage among 2nd PUC science students this year. This naturally reflects in the number of students qualifying for KCET-based admissions, he added. Sudhakar also clarified that grace marks were awarded in limited instances. One grace mark has been awarded in Physics, while in Biology, two answers were accepted for one question. Similarly, in Chemistry, two different answers were considered correct for two separate questions, he said while addressing the media. KEA officials said the counselling will begin soon and details will be uploaded on KEA website. Meanwhile, Suchivrat Kulkarni from Bidar, who was barred from writing the CET Mathematics exam after being asked to remove his janivara (sacred thread), was awarded a CET rank of 2.06 lakh in the engineering stream based on his 2nd PUC average and his Physics score the only CET paper he appeared for, Sudhakar said. The minister mentioned that the student was also given a second chance to appear for the exam, but his mother requested KEA to consider his 2nd PUC average and Physics score as Kulkarni was not in the state to appear for the exam.

Bengaluru BJP MP Tejasvi Surya proposes 15-point plan to fix Bengalurus infrastructure

BENGALURU: Bengaluru South BJP MP Tejasvi Surya has come up with a comprehensive 15-point plan aimed at addressing Bengalurus worsening infrastructure, mobility, and governance challenges. In a letter to Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar on May 24, the MP stated that he could not take part in the meeting of MPs and MLAs from Bengaluru on urgent issues concerning the citys infrastructure as he is currently part of an all-party delegation visiting the US to convey Indias message against terrorism after the Pahalgam terror attack and Operation Sindoor. Surya offered short-term and medium-term solutions to tackle the citys problems. He recommended a 60-day priority plan to restore ward-wise footpaths and drains, scientific remapping of stormwater drains, and congestion relief on 12 high-traffic corridors. He favoured formation of a war-room for real-time coordination of roadwork and debris clearance. In his 60-180-day medium-term plan, the MP stressed the need for expansion of Metro services with fast-tracked execution and weekly reviews. He referred to the addition of 4,500 electric buses under the PM-eBus Sewa Scheme to enhance last-mile connectivity. The MP suggested measures such as phasing out old vehicles, implementing staggered institutional timings, and enforcing strict lane discipline to ease traffic congestion in the city. He proposed the formation of Bengaluru 2050 Vision Group, a dedicated think-tank covering urban mobility, water management, heritage, environment, and design. This group could craft a long-term vision, Bengaluru 2050, to focus on sustainable growth, ecological protection, and integrated urban planning beyond short-term solutions. Among structural reforms, Surya called for operationalisation of BMLTA with a full-time managing director and leadership appointments at K-RIDE and BMRCL to strengthen Bengalurus public transport systems. He called for shifting focus from expensive road projects to public transit expansion.

Karnataka reports 38 Covid cases, mostly in Bengaluru; officials say virus now seasonal with milder symptoms

BENGALURU: Karnataka has recorded 38 Covid-19 cases so far, 32 of them in Bengaluru, prompting health officials to issue an advisory on Friday. While the numbers mark a slow uptick, doctors say Covid is now part of the regular cycle of viral infections and is likely to behave like seasonal flu, with periodic rises and dips making panic unnecessary. Doctors also suggest masking up in crowded places as a sensible preventive step to avoid a larger spread. Covid-19 cases are rising again primarily due to the emergence of new SARS-CoV-2 variants with mutations in the spike protein, which can increase transmissibility and partially evade immune protection. Over time, the immunity developed from vaccines or prior infections wanes, especially without updated booster doses, making individuals more susceptible to reinfection. Environmental factors, seasonal changes, and increased indoor gatherings also contribute to higher transmission rates. Dr Divya Joshi, Consultant Infectious Diseases, at Fortis Hospital, said that the rise in cases is due to increased testing, and its important to understand that Covid, like many other viruses, follows a seasonal pattern. Now that the virus has become part of our environment, we can expect its activity to fluctuate, much like influenza or metapneumovirus, with periodic spikes and drops, she said. The reassuring part is that the symptoms are generally milder than in the early stages of the pandemic. Covid has now begun to behave like a typical seasonal virus, and while monitoring remains important, there is no cause for alarm, Joshi added. Dr Mohammed Suhail K, Consultant, Internal Medicine, at Ramaiah Medical Hospital, explained that people should be aware that Covid-19 symptoms are not limited to just cough, fever, or sputum production. Many patients may also experience diarrhea, fatigue, headaches, muscle aches, or soreness, in addition to common symptoms from earlier Covid strains, such as loss of taste and smell. Its important to recognise that symptoms like nasal congestion, sore throat, diarrhea, chills, and even mild headaches can all be early signs of Covid, he added. Suhail said, New variants continue to emerge, and while we need not panic, we must remain cautious and prepared. People should also keep track of their immunity levels to ensure adequate protection against evolving variants. Doctors say that some patients may present with only a mild sore throat, while others may develop more severe symptoms like high fever, extreme fatigue, and dehydration and that gastrointestinal symptoms such as diarrhea or loose stools should also not be ignored. Testing must for patients with SARI Health Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao said that the Covid Technical Committee met on Friday to review the situation. We are monitoring cases closely and coordinating with the central government. So far, the positive cases have shown only mild symptoms, with no serious complications reported, Rao said. The Health Department has made Covid testing mandatory for patients with respiratory distress and Severe Acute Respiratory Infection. Hospitals are instructed to collect samples and conduct tests for patients with respiratory and cardiac conditions. The state has also advised keeping sufficient test kits available for at least a month, with testing to be done only when necessary. 84-year-old Bengaluru man dies, tests positive for Covid-19; health dept clarifies virus not cause of death

Bengalurus flood woes expose governance gaps amid monsoon; urgent need for planned growth, accountability

Picture this. Earlier this week, on Tuesday afternoon, most top Congress leaders in Karnataka, including Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar, were sharing the dais with their central leaders at a massive convention in Hosapete around 320 km from Bengaluru to mark the Congress government completing two years in office. They eloquently spoke about the governments achievements. The mood was celebratory. Around the same time, people in many parts of the state capital were struggling to deal with incessant rain pouring misery on them. Their houses were flooded, and streets turned into streams with boats pressed into service. There was a sense of frustration and helplessness. The deluge yet again exposed a governance deficit and unplanned and unregulated growth of the city that powers the states economy and is home to IT giants, research and development institutes of national repute, and a thriving start-up ecosystem. Unfortunately, flooding of residential areas and roads and then deploying inflated boats into service has become a new normal. It takes the victims of a deluge several days or weeks to come to terms with the devastation. Like in the past, politicians indulged in blame game and spoke about how bad the situation was in other big cities in the country as if that was a solace to reduce the suffering and an excuse for the authorities not doing what they ought to have done before the rain started. Anger among the people was palpable. The CM, DyCM, and legislators who visited some rain-hit areas to get a first-hand impression of the situation faced public ire. That visit and the public anger seem to have pushed the administrative machinery into action. After a meeting of top officers from various departments, directions were issued to prevent flooding, clear lake encroachments, and fill 647 potholes actual numbers may be much higher in seven days. It is good to see the administrative machinery getting into action, but the question is, will the directions issued by the government translate into action, and will the administration keep up the momentum in the long run? Unfortunately, the situation on the ground does not inspire confidence. Those familiar with governance in Bengaluru, and who have been part of the state administration for years, attribute the recurring rain havoc to the conversion of lakes into residential layouts and encroachment of stormwater drains. Although successive governments talk about clearing encroachments on stormwater drains, it is practically impossible, as thousands of houses have been constructed. Even those in the government admit that it is impossible to clear all encroachments by demolishing houses, and the engineers need to find a way to avoid flooding in over 100 spots. The situation doesnt look good, especially with the monsoon hitting the state. Authorities can hardly do anything substantive in the next few days to prevent flooding in all vulnerable areas. They should at least make efforts to resolve the problem in the worst-hit areas and, on a war footing, try to minimise the impact of flooding in all the vulnerable areas, even as they start the process to implement long-term measures. Once the rain resumes, the roads in Bengaluru will turn from bad to worse. More potholes will resurface, hindering the smooth flow of traffic and posing a risk to motorists. One fails to understand why jurisdictional engineers and other officers are not held responsible for the poor condition of roads or the inefficient waste collection system. Names and numbers of officers responsible should be displayed in public places to ensure that people can contact them easily. At the local level, it brings much-needed transparency and accountability to the administration. A long-term vision, stringent enforcement of laws and citizen participation in planning and development are required to address the situation that has deteriorated over the years. Although many cities and towns face similar problems, the government needs to act before it further impacts Brand Bengaluru. Having the Greater Bengaluru Authority or renaming the Ramanagara district as Bengaluru South will not be of much help if they are just politically convenient administrative decisions without proper planning. Bengaluru is one of the fastest-growing cities in the world, and the authorities would do well by learning from past mistakes to take corrective measures and ensure planned growth. The immense pressure on Bengaluru also highlights the need to develop tier-2 cities and towns in the state. The governments Beyond Bangalore initiative needs a renewed push to ensure they do not go the Bengaluru way. On their part, elected representatives and officers in tier-2 and tier-3 cities and towns need to learn from the shortcomings in Bengaluru and ensure structured growth ahead.

Karnataka govt directs authorities to stock up Covid-19 testing kits

Bengaluru: Amid the fear of the spread of Covid-19 in Karnataka, the state government has directed authorities to stock up necessary testing kits for the coming month. However, the state government has said on Saturday that there is no need for any concerns in this regard. State Health Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao said, I have 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 .

BJP will be humiliated in Kalaburagi if it targets me for personal reasons: Priyank Kharge

BENGALURU: RDPR and IT/BT Minister Priyank Kharge on Saturday warned BJP leaders that if they protest against him in Kalaburagi for personal reasons instead of development issues, they will get humiliated by the people. Addressing reproters on BJP protesting against him in Kalaburagi over Congress workers allegedly illegally detaining LoP in Council Chalavadi Narayanaswamy at the government guesthouse at Chittapur recently, Priyank took strong exception to the BJP leader playing the victim card. He tried to drive home a point that the BJP state leadership that protested against him four times could not prove a point, as all the cases were found to be false and the issue of Narayanaswamy will face a similar fate. Chalavadi Narayanaswamy openly called me a dog, and I am the victim, but it is ridiculous that he is accusing me. He scolds me and goes to my constituency... eventually faces the backlash of the people, and now he is playing the victim card. I do not understand his logic. Narayanaswamy has two tongues, as he gave two versions of the same incident. After meeting the governor, he claimed he did not call me a dog, Priyank said. BJP staged a protest against me, trusting their candidate, a rice thief, against me in the last Assembly polls. He tried to implicate me in a false case, but during the investigation, it was found that it was a drunken brawl created by himself, Priyank said, adding that people of Chittapur have seen the development works implemented by Congress and will continue to vote for the party in the future too. No matter how much you (BJP) try to fool people, the people of Chittapur will vote for development, he said. BJP is alleging that we have made Kalaburagi our republic. If it were true, we should not have allowed them to stage protests... even on Saturday, a nod was given for a protest, he said. State BJP chief Vijayendra does not know the politics of our region. Even if a person falls into a sandpit and dies, Vijayendra would protest, saying Priyank was involved in it. If you do this listening to your local leaders, you will certainly not succeed politically, Priyank told Vijayendra.

Southwest monsoon arrives in Karnataka nearly 10 days early; heavy rains forecast for next week

BENGALURU: For the first time in more than one-and-a-half decades, the southwest monsoon officially entered Karnataka on Saturday, nearly 10 days ahead of schedule, which is normally the first week of June. According to CS Patil, Director, India Meteorological Department (IMD), Bengaluru, monsoon entered Kerala, the rainy seasons first port of call, too on Saturday, the same day as Karnataka. According to IMD, the northern limit of the monsoon passes through Karwar and Shivamogga in Karnataka, Dharmapuri and Chennai in Tamil Nadu and Saiha in Mizoram. He said south-interior Karnataka comprising Bengaluru Urban and Rural, Chamarajanagar, Kodagu, Chikkamagaluru, Shivamogga, Davanagere, Chitradurga, Vijayanagara, Ballari, Kolar, Hassan, Tumakuru, Chikkaballapur, Mysuru, Bengaluru South (formerly Ramanagara) and Mandya will witness normal rainfall this season. North-interior Karnataka districts, comprising Dharwad, Belagavi, Gadag, Bagalkot, Kalaburagi, Bidar, Koppal, Vijayapura, Haveri, Yadgir and Raichur, and coastal districts of Uttara Kannada, Dakshina Kannada and Udupi will witness above normal rain this season. According to IMD, southwest monsoon is likely to cover some more parts of Karnataka on May 26. The weather agency has also forecast extreme heavy rain to heavy to very heavy rain/thundershowers with sustained winds (30-40 kmph) at a few places of Karnataka for the next seven days. Karnatakas date with the monsoon has varied noticeably over the past few years. In 2024, the monsoon is expected to arrive on May 31, earlier than in 2023 when it came on June 8. The 2022 monsoon was significantly delayed, arriving only on June 29, while in 2021, it set in on June 3.

Bengaluru CBSE students top Karnataka CET engineering stream

Bengaluru's CBSE students excelled in the Karnataka CET 2025 engineering stream, with boys dominating the top 10 ranks in most streams. However, agriculture saw state board students from Mangalore, Udupi, and Dakshina Kannada securing top positions. Chaithanya Techno School students secured the top three ranks in engineering. Akshay M Hegde topped agriculture.

Ktaka Minister Priyank Kharge slams BJP over protest, refuses highhandedness

Ktaka Minister Priyank Kharge slams BJP over protest, refuses highhandedness Bengaluru: Responding to the BJPs protest against him in Kalaburagihis native districtover his alleged highhandedness against Leader of the Opposition in the Legislative Council, Chalawadi Narayanaswamy, Karnataka Minister Priyank Kharge hit back at BJP leaders for singling him out. Speaking to the media from the [] The post Ktaka Minister Priyank Kharge slams BJP over protest, refuses highhandedness appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

Tenders for Bengaluru Tunnel Road phase 1 to be floated soon, says Dy CM Shivakumar

BENGALURU: Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar said tenders for the first phase of Bengalurus Tunnel Road project will be floated soon, after the Cabinet approved its construction in two phases. He was speaking to media after holding a high-level meeting with the officials on Saturday regarding the Tunnel Road in Bengaluru and the conduct of Cauvery Aarti at KRS in Mandya. A meeting was held with Greater Bangalore Authority (GBA) officials, DGP of the Police Department, IGP and Traffic Police Department officials before calling tenders for this project with the aim of avoiding traffic congestion at the entry and exit points of the Tunnel Road in Bengaluru, he said. No exit will be allowed anywhere within one km of the Vidhan Soudha. Traffic jams happen everywhere here. So I have instructed the police officers to check this, he said. It has been decided to construct a 114-km elevated corridor in Bengaluru, and the opinion of the traffic police officers has been sought regarding this project, he said. Shivakumar also spoke about garbage management and said, We have decided to call a total of 33 packages for garbage disposal in Bengaluru, one for each of the big constituencies. This project, worth about Rs 4,000 crore, was approved in the recent cabinet meeting. Tenders are being called for a period of seven years, he said. On Cauvery Aarthi at Mandya, he said, The Cauvery Aarti will be a symbol of the culture and heritage of our state. The rituals of Kodagu, Malenadu, Karavali, and Bengaluru regions and the methods of this program will be formulated including the religious mutts of this region. I am thinking that this programme should be held for three days of the weekend. Along with the puja, a cultural programme will be held. Rs 92 crore has been allocated in the Cauvery Neeravari Nigama for this, he said. In addition to this, the Energy Department, Public Works, Tourism, Religious Endowments Department, Kannada and Culture Department will also join hands in this programme. The design of a 10,000-seat gallery is also ready for public viewing of this programme. A song for the aarti will be composed, he said. This programme will be a South Indian program. The states of Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, and Puducherry, where the Cauvery River flows, will be allowed to participate in this programme. Almost all the blueprints are ready. Information will be given to the public after these are completed, he said. The stage for this programme will be built on flowing water. Tenders will be called soon for the construction of this stage, he said.

Ktaka govt directs authorities to stock up Covid-19 testing kits

Ktaka govt directs authorities to stock up Covid-19 testing kits Bengaluru: Amid the fear of the spread of Covid-19 in Karnataka, the state government has directed authorities to stock up necessary testing kits for the coming month. However, the state government has said on Saturday that there is no need for any concerns in this [] The post Ktaka govt directs authorities to stock up Covid-19 testing kits appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

CM Siddaramaiah unveils 1,000-day vision; promises piped water for all houses

BENGALURU: Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Saturday said in the next 1,000 days, Karnataka aims to guarantee 100% piped water to every household, establish Karnataka as South Asias electric vehicle capital and achieve full digital and financial inclusion of women. In his speech, shared at the India @2047 event organised by NITI Aayog in New Delhi, he highlighted Karnatakas roadmap for 1,000 days and shared his views on Karnatakas role in nation-building. The CM did not attend the meeting. He said the state aims to transform every district into a skill hub, double the area under organic farming and make Karnataka Indias most-efficient service delivery state and advance positive discrimination for social equity, ensuring inclusion of every voice and identity. Must reaffirm our commitment to pluralism, justice, rule of law Offering to partner with the Union government and NITI Aayog in sharing the states best practices and co-developing frameworks that align with the national ambition of Bharat @2047, he said the Karnataka model is rooted in social justice, economic strength and democratic values. We believe that the Karnataka experience can serve as a platform for national collaboration, where innovation meets inclusion, and governance meets grassroots transformation, he added. As a developed India by 2047 is being envisioned, it is imperative to begin by acknowledging the complex challenges, he said. These are not just obstacles of resource or capacity, but challenges of distribution, inclusion, governance and resilience, he said. Despite progress, widening disparities, regional, economic, and social, continue to limit millions. The real challenge is to ensure equitable development, where every community and region shares in Indias growth and opportunity, he said. Indias demographic dividend remains one of our greatest assets, but also one of our greatest risks. Jobless growth, underemployment and a misalignment between education and employability can lead to social alienation and economic inefficiency, he said, emphasising the need for national skilling architecture that is both responsive and anticipatory. He said the risk of digital stratification where technological advancement outpaces access and literacy, education and skill is real, and this is concerning. We must bridge not just the digital divide, but the digital capability gap, he said. The journey to 2047 cannot be purely economic, it must also be socially harmonious and constitutionally anchored, he said. Rising polarisation, exclusionary narratives, and erosion of trust in institutions weaken the very foundations of our Republic. We must reaffirm our commitment to pluralism, justice, and the rule of law, he added. In an era of global realignments, India must remain vigilant. Challenges to territorial integrity, national security, and communal harmony require a governance model that is not only efficient but resilient and inclusive. Development without security is fragile; security without justice is untenable, he said. The challenges demand systemic transformation and responses must be grounded in evidence-based policymaking, rights-based welfare, and cooperative federalism, the CM said. India @2047 should not just be a slogan; it must be a challenge and a calling for all of us. A challenge to close the gaps of inequality, and a calling to rise together as a federation of empowered states. The road to India @2047 must be paved with the visions, strengths, and aspirations of every state, from the Himalayas, the banks of the Ganga to the plains of Kaveri, he added.

BBMP restructuring by Sept 15 to form Greater Bengaluru Authority: Ktaka Dy CM Shivakumar

BBMP restructuring by Sept 15 to form Greater Bengaluru Authority: Ktaka Dy CM Shivakumar Bengaluru: Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar has said that the division of the Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP) will be completed by September 15, and the Greater Bengaluru Authority (GBA) will be formed. I will hold discussions with the Leader [] The post BBMP restructuring by Sept 15 to form Greater Bengaluru Authority: Ktaka Dy CM Shivakumar appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

Walmart calling people in office to fire them? Bengaluru techie makes big claim, says 'will live in fear for...'

While few companies fired without any prior notice, a Bengaluru techie described how she was called to Walmart' office just for a face-to-face firing. And now the office environment is extremely tense. Here's what happened.

Lower pass percentage brings down Common Entrance Test eligibility in Karnataka

Boulder-laden truck crushes garbage vehicle, SUV on elevated expressway in Bengaluru; 1 dies, 2 injured

After screen of dust, Bengalurus Holiday Village Road residents now face slushy road conditions, to protest today

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Bengaluru: Tenders to be floated soon for Tunnel Road phase 1 - Deccan Herald

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KCET 2025: CBSE students, Bengaluru and Mangaluru colleges bag top ranks - Deccan Herald

KCET 2025: CBSE students, Bengaluru and Mangaluru colleges bag top ranks Deccan Herald

Disaster management committees should be formed at village level: Karnataka Governor

Bengalurus chief engineer moved to new agency

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84-year-old Bengaluru man dies, tests positive for Covid-19; health dept clarifies virus not cause of death

BENGALURU: An 84-year-old man from Bengaluru who died on May 17 tested positive for COVID-19, according to a report received on May 24. However, health officials have clarified that the cause of his death was septic shock and multi-organ dysfunction, not the virus. The elderly man had been admitted to a private hospital on May 13 with serious health complications. Health Department officials told TNIE that he suffered from septic shock and multi-organ dysfunction a life-threatening condition where an infection causes several organs to fail. He also had pneumonia in both lungs and multiple pre-existing health problems. Officials confirmed that he had no recent travel history. The patient had several comorbidities and died from complications related to a severe infection. Covid was present, but it cannot be considered the main cause of death, a senior health department official told TNIE . We are fully prepared and all necessary medical supplies are in place, the official added. As of Saturday, Karnataka reported 38 Covid cases, a rise of three compared to Friday. Of these, 32 cases were from Bengaluru alone, with one each reported from Bengaluru Rural, Dakshina Kannada, Vijayanagara, and Ballari, and two from Mysuru. So far, 108 Covid tests have been conducted by the department.

A 84-year-old-man with severe comorbidities, infected with Covid, dies: Health officials

A senior citizen passed away in Bengaluru. He had other health issues. His Covid-19 test result came back positive. The Karnataka Health Minister, Dinesh Gundu Rao, urged people not to panic. He said the government is taking precautions. He mentioned a possible new sub-variant of the virus. He added that there are no restrictions on movement.

Bus ends up on median while avoiding pothole in Bengaluru

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Centre open to considering Andhra Pradesh for Tejas expansion plans

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu met Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Friday to propose new defence-related investments in the state. The pitch, part of Naidus broader industrial growth agenda, included a request to expand HALs Tejas aircraft manufacturing capacity to Andhra, currently limited to Bengaluru and Nashik

84-Year-Old Man With Comorbidities Dies in Bengaluru; Tests Covid Positive

First Covid-linked death in Karnataka in recent months amid rising JN.1 cases

Greater Bengaluru Authority to take shape by September 15: D K Shivakumar

Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar on Saturday announced that the process to establish the Greater Bengaluru Authority (BGA), replacing the existing Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP), will be completed by September 15. He said the move aims to improve governance efficiency and transparency in the city.

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Cauvery Aarti will bring togethersouth Indian cultures: Shivakumar

Greater Bengaluru Authority to Start Functioning by September 15

As of now, Shivakumar said, to carve out new City Corporations in the existing Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP) will be notified and later on decided on extension of the boundary for GBA.

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Strange Selection, But Be Patient, Says Manjrekar On India Test Squad

Mansoor Ali Khan Pataudi: Former India batter Sanjay Manjrekar has called Indias Test squad for the upcoming England tour strange but urged fans to show patience as Shubman Gill takes over the red-ball captaincy during what he termed a massive transition. India will play five Tests against England starting June 20, marking the beginning of a new era following the retirements of stalwarts Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli from the longest format. Strange team selection overall. But India go to England with nothing to lose. Its a team in transition, so we can only wish it the very best & yes, be patient when it comes to returns on investment, Manjrekar posted on social media. Gill, 25, now becomes Indias fifth-youngest Test captain, joining the elite list of Mansoor Ali Khan Pataudi, Sachin Tendulkar, Kapil Dev, and Ravi Shastri. His leadership skills were already on display in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025, where he led Gujarat Titans to the playoffs. His Test captaincy debut, however, comes in the cauldron of English conditions. Joining Gill in the revamped squad are promising left-hander Sai Sudharsan, comeback man Karun Nair, and left-arm pacer Arshdeep Singh, who receives his maiden Test call-up. Former India all-rounder Irfan Pathan welcomed the selections while lamenting the absence of pace spearhead Mohammed Shami due to injury. Many Congratulations to Sai Sudharsan, Arshdeep Singh, Karun Nair for being selected for the ultimate format and the challenging English summer. However, he added a note of caution about the absence of injured pace spearhead Mohammed Shami, whose skill and experience could have been vital in seaming English conditions. Congratulations to Shubman Gill But surely India is going to miss Mohammed Shamis services in those conditions, Pathan noted. Gill has received a wave of support from former players like Harbhajan Singh and IPL franchises, including his own Gujarat Titans. Harbhajan Singh tweeted, Congratulations @ShubmanGill. Good luck in England. IPL franchises also celebrated Gills new role. Royal Challengers Bengaluru tweeted: Congratulations, Shubman Gill and Rishabh Pant, its your time to shine the brightest. Go on, build your legacy! Gill has received a wave of support from former players like Harbhajan Singh and IPL franchises, including his own Gujarat Titans. Harbhajan Singh tweeted, Congratulations @ShubmanGill. Good luck in England. Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score Article Source: IANS

Bengaluru family boards flight to celebrate son's first day as captain; father's heartfelt LinkedIn post melts hearts: Keep flying, keep enjoying!

When Atul Choudhary took command of his first IndiGo flight, his parents were on board to witness the proud milestone. His father Anils touching post about the transformation from co-pilot to captain struck a chord on social media, garnering praise and congratulations. The heartfelt tribute highlighted the emotional weight of achievement and the joy of family support.

Sarvam AI brings 24B-parameter LLM for Indian languages, reasoning

The Bengaluru startup noted that Sarvam-M sets a new benchmark for models of its size in Indian languages, as well as in math and programming tasks.