How Pt Vinayak Torvi created a space for Hindustani music in Bengaluru
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Autorickshaw driver dies by suicide in Bengaluru after killing wife over reel quarrel
Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Sep 9 (IANS) A 38-year-old autorickshaw driver allegedly murdered his wife before dying by suicide following a dispute at their residence in Vibhutipura under the jurisdiction of the HAL Police Station in Bengaluru, the police said on Wednesday. The deceased have been identified as Raghavendra, son of Muniraju, and his wife, Shruthi Raghavendra, 30, a housemaid. According to the police, a family dispute is suspected to have led to the tragic incident late on Tuesday night. Raghavendra ended his life by hanging himself inside the house after stabbing her to death with a beer bottle, the police added. The couple had two children, who are currently staying with their maternal grandparents in Davanagere, near Bengaluru. At the time of the incident, only Raghavendra and Shruthi were at their Vibhutipura house. Preliminary reports suggested that the couple frequently quarrelled over Shruthis habit of watching reels on her mobile phone. The police suspect that an argument broke out on Tuesday night after Raghavendra allegedly found his wife using her phone and watching reels. The argument reportedly escalated, following which Raghavendra allegedly attacked Shruthi with a beer bottle and subsequently stabbed her in the stomach. She reportedly died at the spot. Raghavendra later ended his life by hanging himself. While the reels habit is being cited as a possible trigger for the quarrel, the police said that the exact motive and circumstances leading to the incident are yet to be established. After receiving information about the incident, the HAL Police visited the residence and conducted an inspection. The bodies were shifted for further legal procedures, and a case has been registered. The couple had reportedly fallen in love around 18 years ago while they were studying and later married with the consent of their respective families. Later, they had moved to Bengaluru from Davanagere and had purchased a house in Vibhutipura. Shruthi was reportedly working at an apartment complex. The police are continuing their investigation to establish the sequence of events and ascertain the exact circumstances surrounding the deaths of the husband and wife.
DRI Seizes 740 Kg Cannabis, Charas in Pan-India Operation; 13 Held
The DRI earlier intercepted three passengers, arriving from Hanoi, Vietnam, and Bangkok, Thailand, at Hyderabad and Bengaluru airports, resulting in the collective seizure of approximately 24.6 kg of high-potency cannabis
DRI seizes about 740 kg of cannabis in eight operations; 13 held
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 9 (IANS) The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence conducted eight major operations across the country in the last fortnight and seized around 740 kg of cannabis and charas and arrested 13 people, an official statement said on Wednesday. The seizures included 709.6 kg cannabis (ganja), 24.5 kg highgrade hydroponic cannabis and 5 kg charas, the statement from the Ministry of Finance said. After receiving inputs, officers of DRI intercepted two trucks coming from Vishakhapatnam at Old Dhamtari Road near Raipur, leading to a recovery of 61 packets, concealed in 10 sacks kept in the loading areas of the trucks. A total of 375.95 kg cannabis, along with the two trucks, was seized under the NDPS Act, 1985, and four persons were arrested. Acting on specific intelligence during September 56, DRI intercepted a truck on the AurangabadPatna Highway near Patna, upon which officers were attacked and one was injured while the driver escaped, the statement noted. A search revealed 90 packets confirmed as ganja, and 140.5 kg and the vehicle was seized. Earlier, on August 26, 2026, officers seized about 124 kg of cannabis concealed in a truck near Raipur and arrested one person. On September 3, 2026, DRI intercepted three persons travelling in the general compartment of Amarnath Express train at Gorakhpur Railway Station. Personal search resulted in the recovery of around 5 kg charas (hashish), concealed by two of the passengers in knee-cap-like coverings wrapped around their thighs and hidden inside their sarees. Investigations indicated that the charas had been smuggled from Nepal. The recovered charas or hashish was seized and all three persons were arrested under the NDPS Act, 1985. Further, 3 passengers, arriving from Hanoi, Vietnam and Bangkok, Thailand at Hyderabad and Bengaluru airports were held in the last 15 days, collectively resulting in the seizure of approximately 24.6 kg high potency cannabis.
Bharat Ratna awardee CNR Rao gets SIR notice over name spelling mismatch
Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Sept 9 (IANS) Bharat Ratna awardee and renowned scientist Professor C.N.R. Rao, 92, received a notice on Wednesday, in connection with the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Karnataka over a spelling mismatch in his name, said reports. The notice issued to Professor Rao cites self-name mismatch as the reason. While his name reportedly appears in the older electoral rolls as Prof CNR Rao, the current electoral roll contains an additional f in the professional title, recording it as Proff CNR Rao. The discrepancy has resulted in the veteran scientist being asked to establish his identity as part of the electoral roll verification process. Under the SIR exercise, self-name mismatch refers to a discrepancy that arises when an elector uses details from the 2002 electoral roll while filling out the SIR enumeration form, but those details do not match the particulars in the current electoral roll. Professor Rao has reportedly been asked to appear for a hearing in Malleshwaram, near the Indian Institute of Science (IISc), to clarify the discrepancy and establish his identity. The development has drawn attention as Rao is one of Indias most celebrated scientists and a recipient of the countrys highest civilian honour, the Bharat Ratna. The notice is part of the electoral roll verification process being undertaken under the SIR exercise, which involves checking and updating voter details across the state. It can be noted that C.N.R. Rao is one of Indias most distinguished scientists and a globally recognised solid-state and materials chemist. Born in Bengaluru in 1934, he has made major contributions to chemistry, particularly in solid-state materials, nanomaterials and structural chemistry. He founded the Solid State and Structural Chemistry Unit at the Indian Institute of Science (IISc) in 1976 and served as IISc Director from 1984 to 1994. Rao has authored more than 1,600 research papers and received numerous international honours. He was awarded the Bharat Ratna, Indias highest civilian honour, in 2013 for his outstanding contribution to science. Karnataka Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) had clarified on Tuesday that the notice issued to Padma Shri awardee Harekala Hajabba during the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls was related to a mismatch in his name in the electoral records and said the issue has now been resolved. In a post on social media platform X, the CEO shared a clarification issued by the District Election Officer (DEO), Mangaluru, regarding the correction of Hajabbas name. With regard to the issue concerning the correction of the name of Padma Shri awardee Shri Harekala Hajabba, it is clarified that a mismatch in the name of the elector was found. In order to correct his name, officials visited and collected the documents from him. The issue has now been resolved, the DEO said. The clarification came after election officials served Hajabba a notice asking him to appear with documents following a discrepancy between the name in the current electoral roll and the name recorded during the previous SIR exercise. The notice, which was issued at his residence, directed Hajabba to appear before the election officer with the required documents to retain his name in the final electoral roll. He was asked to appear at the Harekala Gram Panchayat on September 11. However, within a few hours of serving the notice, the Village Accountant reportedly returned to Hajabbas residence and withdrew it. The officials assured him that the discrepancy in his name would be corrected.
Jarkiholi ED raids politically motivated as BJP targeting Dalit leader, says Karnataka CM
Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Sep 9 (IANS) Karnataka Chief Minister, D.K. Shivakumar, on Wednesday alleged that the Enforcement Directorate (ED) raids on PWD Minister Satish Jarkiholi and his associates were politically motivated and aimed at targeting an influential Dalit leader and disrupting the state governments 100-day celebrations. The Congress also questioned why the central agency had not searched the properties of BJP legislators related to Excise Department official Y. Manjunath and only raided Jarkiholi's home. The minister is Manjunath's brother-in-law and the Excise Department official's house was also raided on Wednesday. Speaking to reporters in Bengaluru, CM Shivakumar said the BJP was unable to tolerate Jarkiholis stature and growth and alleged that central investigative agencies were being misused to target Congress leaders. Satish Jarkiholi is an influential Dalit leader. The BJP is not able to tolerate his stature and growth. Earlier, they conducted raids against me and sent me to jail. Now, Congress leaders are being targeted and central investigating agencies are being misused, he said. The Chief Minister asserted that Jarkiholi had committed no wrongdoing and said the state government and the party would stand firmly by him. Satish Jarkiholi has not committed any mistake. The government and the party will stand with him strongly, 100 per cent, CM Shivakumar said. Responding to questions about the EDs focus on alleged overseas investments, CM Shivakumar questioned whether conducting business abroad was itself an offence. Wont people carry out business overseas? Is there no provision in law for that? Is it an offence for family members to carry out business overseas? he asked. CM Shivakumar described Jarkiholi as a senior minister and industrialist who was involved in social service and said there was no reason for panic over the investigation. He is a senior minister and also an industrialist. He is carrying out social service without any hidden agenda. He is ready to face any investigation and there is no need for anyone to panic, he said. The Chief Minister also alleged that the timing of the raids was intended to divert public attention from the state governments 100-day milestone. Tomorrow my government is completing 100 days. To derail the celebrations and divert the attention of the people, the BJP has planned this, CM Shivakumar alleged. He referred to previous ED action against former minister B. Nagendra and alleged that central agencies were now being used to target Home Minister Priyank Kharge and in connection with issues involving the Karnataka Public Service Commission (KPSC). CM Shivakumar also questioned why similar action was not being taken against BJP leaders. Why are raids not being conducted on BJP leaders? They file FIRs against Rahul Gandhi and purify places visited by AICC president Mallikarjun Kharge. In which age are we living? he asked. The Chief Minister said the Congress government would not be intimidated by such actions and added that he had advised party legislators to remain cautious. Karnataka Congress President B.K. Hariprasad also alleged that the ED, Income Tax Department and Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) were being used by the BJP-led NDA government to threaten Opposition leaders. Jarkiholi is a senior leader of the Congress party and a minister in the Karnataka government. The raids against him do not surprise us. The BJP and NDA government are using the ED, IT and CBI to threaten Opposition leaders and are using them as washing machines, Hariprasad said. He alleged that the agencies had failed to learn lessons despite criticism and observations from the Supreme Court. Hariprasad also questioned the searches involving Jarkiholi, his brother-in-law and Excise Department official Y. Manjunath, as well as MP Priyanka Jarkiholi. When the ED is conducting raids on Satish Jarkiholi and his daughter, Congress MP Priyanka Jarkiholi, I will have to ask whether they have taken permission from the Speaker, he said. Hariprasad also raised questions about why the agency had not searched the properties of other relatives connected to Manjunath. Manjunath is not only the brother-in-law of Satish Jarkiholi. His father Devendrappa was a BJP MP. Why has his residence not been raided? Hariprasad asked. He further questioned why the residences of Satish Jarkiholis brothers Ramesh Jarkiholi and Lakhan Jarkiholi, both legislators from the BJP, had not been searched despite the fact that they are also brother-in-laws to Manjunath. The remarks came as the ED continued searches at multiple locations in Karnataka and Goa as part of its investigation into alleged financial irregularities and possible violations of FEMA provisions.
ED raids on Minister Jarkiholi politically motivated, CM Shivakumar could be next: Priyank Kharge
Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Sep 9 (IANS) Karnataka Home and Information Technology Minister Priyank Kharge on Wednesday alleged that the Enforcement Directorate (ED) raids on Public Works Department Minister Satish Jarkiholis residences were politically motivated and part of a larger strategy to target opposition leaders. Priyank Kharge made the remarks after meeting Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar at his residence in Bengaluru, amid the EDs searches at multiple locations linked to Satish Jarkiholi and his associates. He warned that the ED action against Jarkiholi could be the beginning of similar raids against other senior Congress leaders. The raid on Minister Satish Jarkiholis residence is only the beginning. You may see raids at my residence and Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumars residence as well. You wait and see, Kharge said. Kharge also alleged that more Congress leaders could be targeted as the elections approach. As the elections near, more leaders will be targeted -- whoever they consider a threat. The BJP leadership does not have faith in the local BJP leadership. They have decided to face the elections under the leadership of the IT Department and the ED, he remarked sarcastically. According to my information, 196 raids have been conducted in the last six years. Of these, charges were proved in only two cases, and there have been only two convictions. This shows how these raids are being conducted, Kharge said. He claimed that nearly 97 per cent of the ED raids were conducted against opposition leaders and questioned the effectiveness and purpose of such operations. There is no surprise in this. There is no BJP government in Karnataka, there is no leadership in the state, and there are no people participating in the BJPs Ballari Chalo padayatra. That is why the ED has conducted these raids, Kharge alleged. He accused the BJP-led Union government of using central agencies to target Congress leaders and said the party would not be intimidated by such actions. To support them, they are targeting our party and the leaders. We will not get scared or bend down because of this. The law and the Constitution are on our side. We will take up the agitation, Kharge said. Calling the operation a Centre-sponsored ED raid, Kharge alleged that there was no truth in the case against Jarkiholi. He said the Income Tax Department and ED were not under the control of the state government. Let them conduct raids. IT and ED are not in our control. They have been turned into the caged parrots of the Central government. As I said, the statistics speak for themselves 196 raids and only two convictions. Who will answer this question? he asked. Kharge demanded answers from Union Home Minister Amit Shah and Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman over the number of ED raids and convictions.
Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Sep 9 (IANS) The Enforcement Directorate (ED) officials stated that search operations were conducted at the residences of Karnataka Minister Satish Jarkiholi and those of his close associates under the Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA), 1999. Officials are examining alleged illegal investments and financial transactions carried out abroad. The ED on Wednesday conducted searches at more than 15 locations across Bengaluru, Belagavi and Goa in connection with the investigation. The searches included Satish Jarkiholis private residence in Dollars Colony, Bengaluru, his residence in Belagavi and a government-allotted residence in Bengaluru. According to preliminary information, searches were conducted at five locations in Bengaluru, five locations in Belagavi and three locations in Gokak town in Belagavi district. According to officials, a team of more than 25 ED officers arrived in around 18 vehicles and began the searches at around 7 a.m. The premises were secured with the assistance of Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel. The ED team also searched a flat associated with Jarkiholi in Bengaluru and properties linked to his daughter and MP Priyanka Jarkiholi. ED officials are questioning staff members at Minister Satish Jarkiholis government residence in his presence. Officials said the search was initiated after they learned that Jarkiholi was at the residence preparing to attend the Cabinet meeting scheduled for today. Sources said Satish Jarkiholi does not frequently use his private residence in Bengaluru. During the searches, ED officials reportedly took the housekeeper from Dollar's Colony private residence locality along with them for questioning. The searches are part of a FEMA investigation into alleged overseas investments and financial transactions in violation of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) guidelines. The ED is reportedly examining whether funds were transferred or investments were made in foreign countries, including South Africa and Uganda, and whether such transactions violated FEMA provisions. Officials are also examining documents relating to foreign investments, fund transfers, properties and other financial transactions. Apart from Satish Jarkiholis properties, ED officials also conducted searches at the premises of three of his close associates. The residence of Dr. Girish Sonwalkar, a doctor and reportedly a close associate of the minister, in the Laxmi Tech area of Belagavi city was searched by the officials. Searches were also conducted at the residences of Raju Dharagashetti and Vitthal Parasannavar, two other associates of Jarkiholi, in Gokak. According to sources, the ED conducted searches at around five locations in Belagavi district as part of the operation. The ED is reportedly scrutinising financial records to determine whether there were any violations of FEMA provisions in connection with overseas investments and fund transfers. Sources said Y. Manjunath, a senior Excise Department official and relative of Satish Jarkiholi, had also come under the agencys scanner in connection with alleged irregularities in the Excise Department. Manjunath, who is the Additional Commissioner of Excise for the Belagavi Zone, is reportedly the ministers brother-in-law. The ED had earlier conducted searches at Manjunaths residence and other premises in June. Searches were also carried out at locations in Bengaluru, Belagavi, Mysuru and Athani. Officials had reportedly recovered a diary during an earlier search and gathered details relating to financial transactions. Manjunath is also understood to have properties in Goa. Sources further claimed that investments in Africa were made in the name of Manjunaths wife several years ago. The agency is examining the nature and source of such investments as part of its investigation. Rahul Jarkiholi, son of Satish Jarkiholi, is also reportedly a partner in a business entity linked to the investigation. The ED is examining the financial dealings and business links of persons associated with the case. The latest ED searches have also acquired a political dimension, coming at a time when the Karnataka government headed by Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar is completing 100 days in office. Satish Jarkiholi, a senior Congress leader from Belagavi, has in recent months figured prominently in discussions within the party, with sections of political circles projecting him as a potential future Chief Ministerial contender. There has also been speculation in some quarters about the possibility of a Dalit Chief Minister. The timing of the ED searches is therefore likely to trigger political reactions, with Opposition parties expected to question the alleged Excise Department irregularities and the financial dealings under investigation. However, the ED searches and investigation do not by themselves establish wrongdoing by Satish Jarkiholi or any of the individuals whose premises were searched. The agencys findings and any subsequent legal proceedings will determine the nature of the alleged violations. The searches were continuing on Wednesday, and further details are awaited from the ED.
KPSC recruitment scam accused Sahukar goes missing
Bengaluru: Former Karnataka Public Service Commission (KPSC) chairman Shivashankarappa S. Sahukar, who has been named as an accused in the alleged irregularities in recruitment of veterinary officers, has reportedly gone missing, prompting the CID to intensify efforts to trace him. Sahukars anticipatory bail plea was rejected by the Karnataka High Court on Monday. Shortly afterwards, 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 .
Karnataka PWD minister Satish Jarkiholi residence searched by ED
Bengaluru: The Enforcement Directorate on Wednesday, September 9, carried out a search at the Bengaluru residence of Karnataka PWD Minister Satish Jarkiholi, escalating its investigation into suspected financial irregularities linked to the state excise department. The ED team reached Jarkiholis house in Dollars Colony early in the morning on September 9 and entered the premises 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 .
ED Raids Karnataka Minister Satish Jarkiholi, Daughter Priyanka Jarkiholi
The Enforcement Directorate on Wednesday launched searches at multiple locations linked to Karnataka Public Works Department Minister Satish Jarkiholi and his daughter, Congress MP Priyanka Jarkiholi. The ED has registered a case against Satish Jarkiholi. Searches are underway at residences and other premises in Bengaluru, Belagavi and Gokak, along with locations linked to family members, associates and businesses. In all, 18 locations are being searched as part of the ongoing ED action in Karnataka.
ED searches premises linked to Karnataka PWD minister Satish Jarkiholi
Officials said the searches covered multiple locations in Bengaluru, including the ministers residence in Dollars Colony, with further details awaited.
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Karnataka: ED raids Minister Satish Jarkiholis residences in Bengaluru, Belagavi
Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Sep 9 (IANS) The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Wednesday conducted searches at around 15 locations across Bengaluru, Belagavi and Goa in connection with alleged irregularities in the Karnataka Excise Department. As part of the operation, ED officials raided the Bengaluru residence of Karnataka Public Works Department (PWD) Minister Satish Jarkiholi in Dollar's Colony. Searches were also conducted at his residence in Belagavi, as well as a government-allotted residence in Bengaluru. According to officials, a team of more than 25 ED officers arrived in around 18 vehicles and began the searches at around 7 a.m. The premises were secured with the assistance of Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel. The ED team also reportedly searched a flat associated with Jarkiholi in Bengaluru and properties linked to his daughter and MP Priyanka Jarkiholi. Sources said Satish Jarkiholi does not frequently use his Bengaluru private residence. During the searches, ED officials reportedly took the housekeeper along with them for questioning. The searches are reportedly linked to Y. Manjunath, a senior Excise Department official and a relative of Satish Jarkiholi. Manjunath, who is the Additional Commissioner of Excise for the Belagavi Zone, is the minister's brother-in-law. The properties of Manjunath have also been raided in Bengaluru, Belagavi and Goa. The ED had earlier raided Manjunath's residence and other premises linked to his associates on June 24 as part of its investigation into alleged irregularities in the Excise Department. The agency is reportedly probing an alleged Rs 178-crore excise scam. Officials said the agency had recovered a diary during an earlier search of Manjunath's office and had gathered information from the material. The investigation is also reportedly examining alleged hawala transactions and possible foreign links. Manjunath had earlier approached the Karnataka High Court seeking a stay on the investigation. The latest searches have reportedly been carried out by teams from the ED offices in Bengaluru and Goa, with the operation extending to multiple locations. The raids have also acquired a political dimension, coming at a time when the Karnataka government led by Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar is marking 100 days in office. The timing of the searches has triggered discussions in political circles, with Opposition leaders likely to raise questions over the alleged excise irregularities and the involvement of officials and political figures. The searches were ongoing as of Wednesday morning, and further details are awaited from the ED.
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Bengaluru CA Meenal Goel shared how she nearly lost a top employee because she assumed everything was fine. The employee later revealed they no longer felt they were growing. Goel responded by introducing monthly career conversations, bigger responsibilities, learning opportunities and future-focused discussions. She said managers must look beyond productivity and ask whether their employees are genuinely progressing.
ED raids premises linked to Karnataka PWD Minister Satish Jarkiholi, MP daughter Priyanka Jarkiholi
The Enforcement Directorate on Wednesday (September 9) conducted raids at premises linked to Karnataka PWD Minister Satish Jarkiholi, his MP daughter Priyanka Jarkiholi, and some others as part of an investigation in a money laundering case, officials said. Officials said about 18 premises are being searched, including those of the 64-year-old minister in the Dollars Colony area of Bengaluru.
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Kharge purification event row: FIR lodged against unknown persons in U'khand's Haldwani
Digital Desk | Dehradun, Sep 8 (IANS) The Nainital Police on Tuesday lodged an FIR against unknown persons over the alleged 'shuddhikaran' (purification) ritual performed at a venue in Uttarakhand's Haldwani following an event addressed by Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge on August 8. Earlier, a Zero FIR was registered in Bengaluru over the allegation. Addressing the media, Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Manjunath T.C said: Complaints and applications were being received from various organisations, individuals, and groups across the state, and from different places, regarding the incident. More than 19 applications were received in Nainital district only. All of these were being legally examined. Accordingly, a case has been registered based on the formal written complaint of Anju, who was the first one to submit a complaint in this matter. The police officer said that the complainant is a local from Haldwani. She demanded action on it, which was also being demanded by various political parties. Following a legal examination and legal review, an FIR has now been registered under relevant sections at the Haldwani Kotwali based on Anju's complaint, he added. The Nainital SSP added that given the sympathetic nature of the case, senior officer and IPS Jagdish Chandra has been handed the charge of investigating the case. This case is now under investigation and whoever wants to submit any evidence regarding this, can reach out to the Investigating Officer, he also said. He added that while the FIR has been lodged against unknown people, it is in relation to the alleged purification ritual carried out at the venue, Ramlila Maidan. Meanwhile, advocate Anju, who is the complainant in the case, refuted the claims of the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party in the state, that the alleged purification act was carried out in response to Jihadi slogans. Speaking to reporters, she said: I was also present there that day to listen to Mallikarjun Kharge's speech. Nothing of that sort happened. Some people, in order to serve their political interests, are posting edited videos and deceptive facts on social media. I haven't named anyone in the FIR, nor do I have any personal enmity with anyone. She claimed that attempts were being made to ruin social harmony by sharing misleading videos without getting to the bottom of the truth. When I saw those videos on social media where a person was being specifically targeted and purification ritual being carried out against him (Mallikarjun Kharge), I submitted a complaint on August 15. An FIR has now finally been lodged based on it, the lawyer said. She mentioned that the case has been registered under the SC/ST Act and relevant sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita. My only request to the police administration is to conduct a fair and impartial investigation. Whoever made these edited videos or engaged in such things, trying to show someone down, belittling someone, or smearing someone's social imageis indulging is unconstitutional acts. She said that though the current FIR has been lodged against unknown people, names will be included in the chargesheet after the investigation is concluded. If I am not satisfied with the probe, I will approach the court, she added.
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Arrowhead AI Voice Agents Now Handle 40% of Inbound Customer Support Calls on Kisshts Ring App
Within two months of deployment, the AI agents achieved an 88% automated resolution rate across selected support queries while reducing average handle time by approximately 30% Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], September
A Bengaluru tenants Reddit post has sparked a debate over rental deposits after he claimed that his Rs 40,000 advance was reduced to just Rs 7,500 following deductions for rent, painting, cleaning, maintenance and electricity. The tenant said some of the charges were not part of his rental agreement and called paying rental advances volunteered robbery.
Karnataka CEO clarifies SIR notice to Padma Shri awardee Harekala Hajabba; name mismatch resolved
Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Sep 8 (IANS) Karnataka Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) on Tuesday clarified that the notice issued to Padma Shri awardee Harekala Hajabba during the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls was related to a mismatch in his name in the electoral records and said the issue has now been resolved. In a post on social media platform X, the CEO shared a clarification issued by the District Election Officer (DEO), Mangaluru, regarding the correction of Hajabbas name. With regard to the issue concerning the correction of the name of Padma Shri awardee Shri Harekala Hajabba, it is clarified that a mismatch in the name of the elector was found. In order to correct his name, officials visited and collected the documents from him. The issue has now been resolved, the DEO said. The clarification came after election officials served Hajabba a notice asking him to appear with documents following a discrepancy between the name in the current electoral roll and the name recorded during the previous SIR exercise. The notice, which was issued at his residence, directed Hajabba to appear before the election officer with the required documents to retain his name in the final electoral roll. He was asked to appear at the Harekala Gram Panchayat on September 11. However, within a few hours of serving the notice, the Village Accountant reportedly returned to Hajabbas residence and withdrew it. The officials assured him that the discrepancy in his name would be corrected. The development had caused surprise in Mangaluru as Hajabba is widely known for his social work and for building a school in his native Harekala using the money he earned by selling oranges in Mangaluru. He was honoured with the Padma Shri for his contribution to education. According to Hajabba, his name was recorded as simply Hajabba in documents before 2000. After his efforts to build a school gained widespread recognition, Harekala Hajabba became the name by which he was commonly known. He said his Aadhaar card, ration card, passport and other documents carry the name Harekala Hajabba. The same name, he said, is also mentioned in his Padma Shri award, Karnataka Rajyotsava Award and doctorate certificate. Hajabba earlier said that he received the SIR notice around noon and was asked to produce the necessary documents. He said two Anganwadi teachers had delivered the notice and asked him to take a photograph as proof of its service. Later, around 5 p.m., the Village Accountant contacted him and said that there had been a minor mistake and asked him to return the notice. The official subsequently visited his house and took it back, assuring him that the authorities would correct the records. Hajabba said he was confident that the discrepancy would be resolved and that his name would be corrected in the electoral records.
Bike ban on Bengalurus key elevated corridors put on hold
Cauvery water row: CWMA directs Karnataka to release 6,000 cusecs to Tamil Nadu for 15 days
Bengaluru: Three persons have been arrested by Karnataka Police in connection with six cases involving the alleged sexual assault of a minor boy, with the incidents reportedly occurring between February and August 2026. The arrested accused are Jawad, Shahid and Riyaz alias Abdul Gafoor. The survivor filed a complaint at Vittal police station on September 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 .
Karnataka may move SC over CWMA order to release Cauvery water
Bengaluru: Karnataka is considering legal action against a Cauvery Water Management Authority directive to release 6,000 cusecs of water daily to Tamil Nadu for 15 days. The order has come as Karnataka grapples with reduced inflows into its Cauvery reservoirs. The state government had requested that the release be brought down to 2,000 cusecs from Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Sep 8 (IANS) Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar on Tuesday directed officials to dismiss the Secretary of a cooperative society for allegedly failing to deposit crop insurance premiums paid by farmers with the District Central Cooperative (DCC) Bank, resulting in the rejection of insurance claims of 93 farmers. Shivakumar issued the direction after a farmer from Ittanahalli village in Jewargi taluk of Belagavi district approached him and complained that the insurance premiums paid by the farmers through a self-help society had not been remitted to the DCC Bank. As a result, the farmers had received messages informing them that their crop insurance claims had been rejected. The Chief Minister, who was on a surprise visit to the Yeshwanthpur APMC market here early in the morning, examined the list of farmers who had paid their insurance premiums and directed officials to take action against the society secretary for the alleged negligence. During his visit, Shivakumar interacted with onion, garlic, potato, and coconut growers, traders and mandi owners at the market and sought details about the problems faced by farmers. The Chief Minister questioned farmers about several issues, including whether they were being stopped by police while transporting their produce, whether they were receiving payments on time, whether market intermediaries were charging commissions, the cost of cultivation per acre and whether their produce was being weighed accurately. He also personally checked the weighing of onions at the market. Farmers told Shivakumar that traders in markets in Kalaburagi, Bidar, and Vijayapura charged commissions of Rs 8 to Rs 10, while traders at the Yeshwanthpur APMC market did not charge them a commission. This, they said, was one of the reasons they preferred bringing their produce to Yeshwanthpur. The farmers also said inadequate rainfall this year had severely affected onion production. Normally, they harvest around 150 to 200 bags of onions per acre, but this year the yield had fallen to around 50 bags. They said excessive rainfall could also cause onions to rot in the fields, while transporting the produce to the market could become economically unviable if prices failed to cover transportation costs. A farmer from Challakere taluk in Chitradurga district told the Chief Minister that although he had paid Rs 6,500 per hectare towards crop insurance, he had not received any benefit under the scheme. After hearing the complaint, Shivakumar directed officials to collect the farmers details and examine the matter. Several farmers appreciated Shivakumar for visiting the APMC market and listening to their grievances. Over the last 30 years, no Minister or Chief Minister has come to the market to enquire about farmers problems. It is very satisfying to see you personally visiting the market and reviewing the situation, a farmer told him. Shivakumar also interacted with mandi traders and asked them how much they were paying to the APMC. One trader said they were paying 60 paise for every Rs 100, while another said the payment was Rs 1 for every Rs 100. The Chief Minister warned traders against collecting any additional amount from farmers. If anyone is collecting more money, inform me. I will take action against them, he said. Shivakumar also raised concerns about traders who purchase agricultural produce directly from farmers without bringing it to the APMC market. He said some traders allegedly fix a price and then manipulate the weight while purchasing produce directly from farmers. The Chief Minister directed officials to ensure that traders purchasing directly from farmers do not resort to any manipulation in weighing the produce. During his interaction with Anjanappa, an onion farmer from Hosahatti village in Kudligi, Shivakumar asked about the availability of water for cultivation. The farmer said he had constructed a house on his agricultural land and had applied three times for an electricity connection, but had not received one. He added that several other houses in the area were facing a similar problem. Shivakumar directed officials to collect the details and assured the farmer that the issue would be resolved. You need not worry. Electricity connections will be provided to everyone, he said, adding that people facing such problems could submit applications during his public service programmes. The Chief Minister also enquired whether the women in the farmers families were receiving Rs 2,000 per month and 10 kg of rice under the State governments guarantee schemes. The farmers said they were receiving the benefits and that the schemes had provided them considerable relief. After the inspection, CM Shivakumar posted a video of the surprise visit on his X handle, captioning it: Responding to the Voice of Farmers and Traders.
HCLTech launches 185 cr advanced semiconductor lab in Bengaluru
The move comes as India seeks to establish itself as a global hub for semiconductor manufacturing and chip design, underpinned by the 1.27 lakh crore Semicon 2.0 programme
Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Chennai hold 62pc of total office space portfolio owned by listed REITs
In India, four key cities dominate the REIT office landscape, accounting for sixty-two percent of total listed space. Bengaluru stands out with twenty-seven percent of its office assets in REITs, while Hyderabad and Mumbai also showcase substantial REIT-supported office inventory. Furthermore, retail and warehousing REITs are broadening the scope of institutional real estate investments, indicating that real estate is increasingly pivotal to India's growth trajectory.
Fortune Chinese Vegetarian Kitchen in Bengalurus Koramangala has been serving Chinese food without meat since 2006. Run by a family with roots in China, the restaurant was recently featured by the Instagram page Lets Eat Bengaluru, prompting users to share their experiences and recommend dishes. The small eatery offers vegetarian favourites including wontons, Mapo tofu, noodles and fried rice.
Among other places, a Swiggy Instamart unit at HosakoteinBengaluru Rural was closed after expired items worth 42 lakh were seized from the unit
KPSC case: Suspended Chairman Shivashankarappa gets third CID notice, faces arrest
KPSC case: Suspended Chairman Shivashankarappa gets third CID notice, faces arrest Bengaluru: Suspended Karnataka Public Service Commission (KPSC) Chairman, Sahukar Shivashankarappa, has been issued a third notice by the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) in connection with the KPSC recruitment scam and is facing the possibility of arrest, as he has failed to appear for questioning [] The post KPSC case: Suspended Chairman Shivashankarappa gets third CID notice, faces arrest appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Bengaluru Police Launch Project Khushi for Personnel's Health, Wellness
According to a police statement, Project Khushi is being implemented by Happiest Health, Titan Company Limited and Bangalore Indiranagar Rotary Trust to promote healthier lifestyle choices among Bengaluru City Police personnel
Ex MP Prajwal Revanna sent to 2-day police custody over phone use in Bengaluru jail
25 more Karnataka taluks likely to be declared drought-hit soon: Dy CM Parameshwara
Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Sept 8 (IANS) As many as 25 more taluks in Karnataka are likely to be declared drought-hit soon, with the State government currently undertaking the second phase of drought assessment, Deputy Chief Minister and Revenue Minister G. Parameshwara said on Tuesday. Speaking to reporters near his residence in Bengaluru, Parameshwara said the drought assessment process in the state had not yet been completed and was being carried out in phases. In the first phase, 101 taluks have already been declared drought-hit. The assessment for the second phase is currently underway. Twenty-five taluks have qualified for declaration as drought-hit areas and they will be notified soon, he said. Parameshwara said there had been no delay in the process and that the assessment would continue until the situation regarding the southwest and northeast monsoons became clear. Last year, around 200 taluks were declared drought-hit. This year too, there is a situation where more than 200 taluks could be declared drought-hit. Except for the coastal region, drought-like conditions prevail across the State, he said. Responding to protests by some MLAs alleging that their constituencies had deliberately been left out of the drought-hit list, Parameshwara said there was no need for anyone to worry that their taluks would be excluded despite facing severe drought. The entire State is facing drought today. No one from the State government has any role in deciding which taluks should be declared drought-hit. The allegation that some taluks were deliberately left out is baseless, he said. He pointed out that drought was not determined on the basis of political affiliation and noted that taluks represented by Opposition legislators were also included in the list already notified. Parameshwara said the state government could not independently declare drought-hit areas without following the norms prescribed by the Union government if it wanted to seek central assistance. If the state government declares drought-hit areas on its own, it will not be possible to obtain assistance from the Centre. It is better for us to be patient while seeking central drought relief, he said. He explained that drought-hit areas were identified based on prescribed Central government norms after examining satellite-based images, conducting ground-truthing exercises and carrying out scientific assessments. I had clearly explained this even during the Assembly session, he said. On the issue of NICE land and former Prime Minister H.D. Deve Gowdas letter, Parameshwara rejected allegations that several Ministers in the Cabinet were benefiting from the land acquired from people affected by the project. He said the State government had taken the decision to allot 1,453 sites on humanitarian grounds and in accordance with the Supreme Courts directions. Farmers who lost land worth hundreds of crores for a few lakh rupees should not be subjected to further injustice. Therefore, the decision was taken to allot 1,453 sites, he said. Parameshwara clarified that the government had no intention of providing personal benefits to anyone through the decision. On the upcoming Apex Bank election, Parameshwara said Minister K.N. Rajanna was aspiring to become the president of the Apex Bank. Since we belong to the same district, we have met and discussed the issue. We will call all the directors for a discussion under the leadership of the Chief Minister and arrive at a decision, he said. Parameshwara also said the state government would raise the issue of Tamil Nadu allegedly using Cauvery water for agriculture over an area of 4.8 hectares at the Cauvery Water Management Authority meeting scheduled to be held on Tuesday. He said Karnataka would place the matter before the authority as part of its efforts to protect the States interests in the Cauvery water dispute.
Health Officials Raid Swiggy Instamarts Dark Store in Bengaluru Over Expired Goods
Karnataka health officials conducted a raid on a Swiggy Instamart dark store, urging consumers to check expiry dates on food and medicines. Health Officials Raid Swiggy Instamarts Dark Store in Bengaluru Over Expired Goods
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Expired, Mislabelled Food Worth Rs 1.38 Cr Seized in Bengaluru
The inspections were conducted by the Food Safety and Drugs Administration following the directives of Health Minister U T Khader under the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006, and the Drugs and Cosmetics Act, 1940, they said
Bengaluru Raids Expose Expired Food At Quick-Commerce Facilities;
A Swiggy Instamart facility in Hoskote was shut after officials seized 42 lakh worth of expired food.
Walmart-Backed Flipkart Pilots Food Delivery Among Employees In Bengaluru; Wider Rollout This Month
The service is currently being piloted internally as Flipkart works on the product and operating model ahead of a wider consumer rollout.
Bengaluru: Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar made a surprise visit to the Yeshwanthpur APMC market on Tuesday, September 8, and interacted with farmers, traders and workers to understand the issues faced by them. During his inspection, Shivakumar visited the potato market and sat on sacks of potatoes brought from Hassan and Agra. He personally cut open 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 .
Inspections were conducted under Karnataka Health Minister UT Khader, following the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006, and the Drugs and Cosmetics Act, 1940
DRI seizes 180 live Indian star tortoises from trolley bag in Bengaluru; carrier arrested
Karnataka proposes 7.5 pc quota for rural govt school students
Bengaluru: The Karnataka government has proposed a separate 7.5% reservation for students from government schools in rural areas for admission to government-quota seats in professional educational institutions, including engineering colleges. The Department of Higher Education on Monday issued the draft notification for the Karnataka Professional Educational Institutions (Admission) (Amendment) Rules, 2026, proposing a restructuring of 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 .
Indias startup pipeline expands to 110 Cheetahs in 2026: ASK-Hurun
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 8 (IANS) Indias Cheetah startup cohort rose to 110 in 2026 from 103 a year ago with their combined valuation estimated at around Rs 3 lakh crore, according to the 2026 ASK Private Wealth Hurun India Cheetah Index on Tuesday. As per the index data, Cheetahs are unlisted startups founded in 2000 or later and valued between $200 million and $500 million which considers potential unicorns within the next five years. In addition, it identified 43 new Cheetahs during the year and ten companies moved up to the Gazelle category, three moved directly to Unicorn status, while six listed on public markets. Sector-wise, finTech emerged as the largest sector with 17 Cheetahs, followed by SaaS with 16 and e-commerce with 12. Meanwhile, artificial intelligence (AI) accounted for eight companies, while electric vehicle and aerospace & defence had eight and five Cheetahs, respectively. City-wise, Bengaluru remained the leading hub with 36 Cheetahs, followed by the Delhi-NCR with 25 and Mumbai with 16. Together, the three regions accounted for 77 of the 110 companies. Moreover, Pune had eight Cheetahs after adding four during the year, while Ahmedabad had three and Jaipur two. ASK Private Wealth Co-Founder, CEO and MD Rajesh Saluja said the latest cohort reflected growing diversification beyond traditional technology sectors, with electric mobility, CleanTech, Aerospace & Defence and AI gaining prominence. Hurun India Founder and Chief Researcher Anas Rahman Junaid said the shift towards capital-intensive and engineering-led businesses marked a change in the composition of India's emerging high-growth companies. The index is part of the ASK Private Wealth Hurun India Cheetah-Gazelle-Unicorn Index, with the three cohorts being published as separate reports for the first time. In addition, the Cheetah cohort has nearly doubled since 2021 and that companies tracked since then have recorded 52 promotions to Gazelle and 15 to Unicorn status, while six Cheetahs from the previous year entered public markets in 2026.
