Shivraj Singh Chouhan to Visit Drought-Affected Districts in Karnataka
Bengaluru, August 19: The central government has responded positively to the request of Karnatakas newly appointed Agriculture Minister, P.M. Narendra Swamy. Central Agriculture and Rural Development Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan has assured that he will visit Karnataka in the first week of September to inspect at least one drought-affected district. On Wednesday, Narendra Swamy met ... Read more Shivraj Singh Chouhan to Visit Drought-Affected Districts in Karnataka
Bengaluru Man Kills Stepfather With Shock Absorber Rod For Assaulting Mother
Police said Sridhar, who worked as a journalist, had a drinking habit and would frequently create a ruckus at home after consuming alcohol. He was also accused of assaulting his wife during such quarrels.
FSSAI inspects Pernod Ricard plant, collects whisky samples in wider industry probe
Pernod Ricard's Bengaluru plant was inspected by India's food safety regulator, with officials collecting liquor samples and seeking documents as part of heightened scrutiny of the country's alcohol sector. Sources said the company was asked to improve hygiene and correct recycled-plastic markings, though no adverse findings have been issued against Pernod.
Flower and fruit prices soar ahead of Varamahalakshi festival in Bengaluru
Bengaluru: Poor rains and sowing, festive demand drive up prices of vegetables
Why BCCI Shifted Duleep Trophy Final From Bengaluru To Chennai
The Duleep Trophy final for the 2026-27 season has been moved from Bengaluru's Centre of Excellence to Chennai's MA Chidambaram Stadium. This decision by the BCCI aims to allow more spectators to attend the prestigious domestic cricket tournament's summit clash, which will take place from September 6-10.
Bengaluru: Minister gives GBA August 30 deadline to clear waste, encroachments
The August 30 deadline also applies to two other city-wide drives the Freedom from Waste campaign and the removal of abandoned vehicles.
Duleep Trophy Final Moved From Bengaluru To Chennai. BCCI Reveals Reason
Chennai will host the Duleep Trophy final next month after the summit clash of the premier domestic tournament was shifted from the Centre of Excellence here to the MA Chidambaram Stadium.
Fake, Expired Medicines Worth Rs 5 Crore Seized Repacking Unit In Bengaluru
According to the FDA, the operators were procuring lower-cost medicines from other states and allegedly filling them into new vials before relabelling them to resemble expensive multinational and imported drug brands.
BCCI shifts Duleep Trophy final from Bengaluru to Chennai to allow spectators
BCCI shifts Duleep Trophy final from Bengaluru to Chennai to allow spectators
Drugs Hidden In Car Stereo In Kerala, Women And Child Used As Cover
The Excise Enforcement and Anti-Narcotic Special Squad of Thiruvananthapuram intercepted the car around 11 pm in the Balaramapuram area following specific intelligence that MDMA was being transported from Bengaluru to Thiruvananthapuram.
Bengaluru: 14-year-old boy goes missing from Government Boys home
Bengaluru: 14-year-old boy goes missing from Government Boys home
Protest over hotel licence rejection: FIR registered against seven in Bengaluru
The FIR states that on August 18, between 12 noon and 2.30 p.m., one Santosh and six others gathered near the gate in front of the Corporation Commissioners office at Byatarayanapura and staged a protest.
9 Dead in Kolkata Hotel Fire; 5 Bangladeshis Among Victims, PM Mourns
They were Debasish Dutta (39), a journalist of Ajker Patrika, his wife Afsana Sharmin (27), their son Swanashis (3) and father-in-law of Debasish Mohammad Akram Ali (64). Dutta checked into the hotel on Tuesday with his family members after returning from Bengaluru where his wife underwent treatment. The fifth Bangladeshi national, Ahmed Babu (40), was a businessman from Dhaka.
Former India Selector Neetu David Appointed Chief Scout Of UP Warriorz (Ld)
ODI World Cup: Former India chief selector Neetu David has been appointed as the Chief Scout for UP Warriorz ahead of the 2027 Women's Premier League (WPL) season, the franchise announced on Wednesday. During a distinguished 13-year international career from 1995 to 2008, Neetu represented India in 10 Tests and 97 ODIs, and took 182 international wickets (including 141 in ODIs) across both formats. She holds the world record for the best bowling figures in an individual innings in Womens Test cricket, which is 8-53 against the West Indies in Jamshedpur in 1995. Born in Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh, Neetu has immense administrative and talent identification credentials after having previously served as the chief of the womens selection committee, where she oversaw India's 2025 ODI World Cup winning campaign. She was also inducted into the ICC Hall of Fame in 2024. I am delighted to join UP Warriorz as Chief Scout. Having spent so many years playing and working within Indian womens cricket, I have seen the tremendous amount of talent that exists across the country. For me, scouting is not only about identifying performances, but also recognising potential and understanding what a player can become with the right opportunities and environment. I look forward to working with UP Warriorz to identify exciting young cricketers and contribute towards building a strong talent pipeline for the franchise, Neetu said in a statement on Wednesday. She took part in last week's off-season camp for UPW domestic players at the Sai Krishnan Grounds in Bengaluru, joining the support staff led by head coach Abhishek Nayar. The support staff also includes fielding coach Saurabh Bandekar and mentor Lisa Sthalekar, as the team looks to overhaul its talent identification process following consecutive lean seasons in the WPL. Kshemal Waingankar, COO & Director of Cricket at Capri Sports, highlighted that Neetus local roots in Uttar Pradesh make the association particularly significant for the franchise's vision. We are delighted to welcome Neetu David to UP Warriorz as our Head of Scouting. Neetu jis contribution to Indian womens cricket has been exceptional. Her experience both as an International Cricketer and as Chairperson of the Indian Womens Selection Committee gives her a unique perspective on identifying talent and understanding what it takes to succeed at the highest level Her roots in Uttar Pradesh make this association even more special for us. As a franchise, we are committed to building a strong and sustainable scouting structure that enables us to identify and nurture the best talent from across the country, and we believe Neetu ji will play a pivotal role in shaping that vision, he added. Her experience both as an International Cricketer and as Chairperson of the Indian Womens Selection Committee gives her a unique perspective on identifying talent and understanding what it takes to succeed at the highest level Also Read: Special Cricket Stories UP Warriorz remain the least successful side in the league's history, securing just 12 victories in 33 matches. After qualifying for the playoffs in the inaugural 2023 season, the franchise suffered group-stage exits in the subsequent three editions - finishing fourth in 2024 before ending at the bottom of the points table in both 2025 and 2026 editions. Article Source: IANS
Bengaluru: Lorry cleaner stabbed to death over drinking water dispute
The deceased has been identified as Barkat, a native of Andhra Pradesh.
Duleep Trophy Final Shifted To Chennai To Allow Fans In Stadium, Says Saikia
The Duleep Trophy: The Duleep Trophy final will be played at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai from September 6 to10 so as to allow fans to watch the inter-zonal red-ball contest in the stadium. BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia told IANS that the remaining matches of the competition are set to be played at the BCCI Centre of Excellence grounds in Bengaluru. The final was initially set to take place at the BCCI CoE Ground in Bengaluru, but since spectator entry was restricted at the venue, the BCCI decided to relocate the title match to Chennai. I will not say we are shifting the final venue. But we are hosting the final match of the Duleep Trophy at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai. Other matches will be in the BCCI CoE Grounds in Bengaluru. In Bengaluru, there is no crowd, which is due to some government restrictions - that we cannot allow crowds in that complex. So, the final match of the Duleep Trophy will be in Chennai, Saikia told IANS. The BCCI secretary also stated that the whole tournament will be available to viewers via both digital streaming and on linear television, with the Chennai venue offering the possibility of spectators attending the final in person. All the matches will be telecast live on the digital channel as well as on linear TV. So, those who want to go and watch live, they can come to the stadium in Chennai and watch the final match live, Saikia said. The Duleep Trophy, which is one of India's top domestic red-ball tournaments, is set to start on August 23 with the quarterfinals; East Zone will play North East Zone while North Zone meets West Zone in the two quarterfinal matches that will take place at the same time. All the matches will be telecast live on the digital channel as well as on linear TV. So, those who want to go and watch live, they can come to the stadium in Chennai and watch the final match live, Saikia said. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories The competition is likely to include some of India's top domestic players, giving them valuable experience with the red ball before the next season. The Central Zone enter the tournament as champions, having defended their title after they had beaten the South Zone in the final of last year. Article Source: IANS
Karnataka Government Urges Opposition to Halt Protests and Engage in Discussions
Bengaluru, August 19: The Karnataka government has called on opposition parties to cease their protests and actively participate in discussions within both houses of the legislature. The opposition has been demonstrating over the resignation of Planning and Statistics Minister B. Nagendra. The controversy stems from allegations of irregularities within the Karnataka Maharshi Valmiki Scheduled Tribe ... Read more Karnataka Government Urges Opposition to Halt Protests and Engage in Discussions
Tourism Minister K.J. George instructs officials to prepare a development plan focused on modern infrastructure, ensure quality food, give greater priority to childrens preferred snacks and food items on the hotel menu, and create a convenient environment for visitors
Tourism Minister K.J. George instructs officials to prepare a development plan focused on modern infrastructure, ensure quality food, give greater priority to childrens preferred snacks and food items on the hotel menu, and create a convenient environment for visitors
India International Coffee Festival in Bengaluru from Feb 26
Hosted by the Coffee Board of India and the Speciality Coffee Association of India, this festival is bringing together everyone from coffee growers and roasters to baristas and enthusiasts
Sachin Bansal-led Navi raises $100 mn from Prosus in maiden funding round
The transaction is subject to regulatory approvals, including a CCI nod, and comes as the Bengaluru-based fintech prepares for a potential initial public offering
Shubha Mudgal leads Bengalurus Jackfruit Festival with 194 young musicians from across India
Helmed by Bhoomija Trust, the eighth edition of Jackfruit Festival brings together 194 young performers for three days of performances, workshops, and outreach programmes
Greater Bengaluru Authority directs builders to engage registered structural engineers
It was unearthed that after registered structural engineers, architects, engineers or supervisors submit building plans online and obtain approvals, building owners engage other unregistered players for design and supervision during the construction of the buildings.
Bengaluru-based startup Bambrew, founded by Vaibhav Anant, demonstrates that environmental solutions can be commercially viable, building a 50 crore business by engineering bamboo and natural fiber packaging to replace single-use plastic.
Police arrest man for multiple thefts, recover valuables worth 1.36 crore
According to the police, the accused has been identified as a native of Bengaluru North in Karnataka, but presently resides at Chandrayangutta in Hyderabad of Telangana; cases have been registered against the accused in both Karnataka and Telangana, apart from various locations in Andhra Pradesh
Kangana warns on relationships: Links Bengaluru case to westernised culture
Kangana Ranaut reacted to the Bengaluru murder case, where a woman and her lover allegedly killed her husband and five-year-old son, warning against westernised relationship culture on Instagram. She criticised normalising ody counts and trends like ghosting, cautioning that a lue drum tragedy could hit anyone's family. She's currently seen in 'Bharat Bhagya Vidhata'.
New Gemini Enterprise AI Centre Opens In Bengaluru
Econz IT Services, in partnership with Google Cloud, has launched Bengaluru's first Gemini Enterprise Experience Centre. This centre provides an immersive environment for businesses to develop and deploy advanced Agentic AI solutions, marking a significant step in enterprise AI innovation in the region.
CFO STRATECH BENGALURU 2026 SET TO BRING TOGETHER 150+ CFOs AND FINANCE LEADERS TO EXPLORE INDIA'S NEXT GROWTH WAVE
Crompton targets 250-300 crore revenue from super-premium Rhion brand
CFO says Rhions debut product, Water Biofier, will initially be piloted in select Tamil Nadu cities and Bengaluru before scaling to other locations
Arrive Expands Global Footprint with New Innovation Center in Bengaluru, India
Arrive Expands Global Footprint with New Innovation Center in Bengaluru, India
1st Test: No Big-stage Jitters For New Players Due To Robust Domestic Setup, Says KL Rahul
Galle International Stadium: India's robust first-class ecosystem and 'A' team exposure tours have significantly reduced the gap for youngsters stepping into the high-pressure environment of Test cricket, said vice-captain KL Rahul after the side secured a dominant 165-run victory over Sri Lanka here on Wednesday. At the Galle International Stadium, India unearthed match-winners like top-order batter Devdutt Padikkal and left-arm spinner Manav Suthar, who played pivotal roles in the crucial triumph. While Suthar had a match haul of ten wickets, including six in the second innings, Padikkal smashed 167 and 44 to ensure India were always ahead in the game. A lot of credit goes to how our first-class setup is done and how some of these guys are in the India A structure that has been there for at least, I know, the last few years. The teams are touring to countries that we are going to play in a couple of months before. So Devdutt was here a month or six weeks before the Test series and played a couple of games there, and then we played a practice game here to get used to those conditions. But once you sort of put players in those positions and give them the exposure and the experience that they need at that level, I feel like that really helps them understand what they need to do when they come into the national team, and they're better prepared and give themselves a better chance to do well at this level. It's not like you go from playing Ranji Trophy cricket straight into an Indian team and a Test match in a couple of months, where that difference is huge. The standard from there to here is a big jump, so then sometimes players are found wanting, and they need to figure out their game at an international level and when there's already so much pressure, that becomes hard sometimes, Rahul said in the post-match press conference. Both Suthar and Padikkal were India A regulars, including in the 1-0 win in Sri Lanka in June-July, before shining now in Galle. Rahul also noted that proper planning by the authorities allows talented players to arrive ready for the highest level. But because of the way Indian cricket is structured, and first-class cricket is structured, I feel like they go from first-class Ranji Trophy to playing a lot of India A games, and they've toured Australia, Sri Lanka, England and all of these places. So it helps them get better at their game and understand their game, and by the time they've got their Test cap, they're well aware of their own game and the expectations of playing at international cricket and what they can do to do well here. So I think a lot of credit goes to that, and obviously they're all special players. They've done well for their states and scored runs or taken a lot of wickets. They're special players and have the skill, but helping them by giving them the right opportunities and sending them to the right places to play cricket and test their own game, I think, gets them ready for international cricket, and that's what's helped the Indian team in the last few years, he added. Lavishing praise on Padikkal for his magnificent 167 in the first innings, especially coming after B Sai Sudharsan was ruled out due to a right foot injury, Rahul, who hit 82 and 35 in the match, described the knock as the turning point of the Galle Test going in Indias favour. Firstly, on his innings, I think that innings was for me the defining part of this Test match. The way he batted, the tempo that he batted with, and to go on and get a big hundred in the first innings really set up the game for us. The conditions were really hot, and it was challenging physically as well, so for him to get through that and firstly to get his first hundred, it's a special moment. But to go on from there and get a big first innings total really set up this Test match, so that was really pleasing and someone who I've played a lot of cricket with and seen him grow up and come from Bengaluru and play for Karnataka was really happy to be there and to witness his first hundred and hopefully carries this confidence into the next game and into his Test career as well. Detailing a review discussion during their partnership on day four, where Rahul survived a close LBW call after Devdutt Padikkal convinced him to take a DRS review, which eventually saved him from being dismissed, Rahul said, The conversation there was, obviously you would have seen the video, I was walking back, and I felt like it was out. The only doubt that I had was, did I get outside the line, and he said, No, I don't think it's outside the line, but I think it might be high, and then he said, Might as well, we have three reviews, so just take it, I think it might be a little high. So I reluctantly took it, and then when it happened to be missing, then obviously, I didn't get too many runs after that, but when you get chances like that as a batter, it's a gift, it's a second chance, and I'm a little disappointed that I couldn't convert it, but it was a sweet moment. Turning his attention to what makes Suthar an effective red-ball bowler, Rahul pointed out the subtle trickery that makes him difficult for international batters to face. I think whatever we have played of him in the nets, it's the subtle variations. With the same actions and angles, and without changing his arm speed, he's able to bowl slower, and with the same arm speed he's able to bowl quicker as well. Just very subtle variations. Sometimes the angles, especially in Galle, when the wind was blowing from one side, he used that drift really well, and from there the ball straightens or comes in. That's something that he's always done. Even in India A, when I went to Australia, he played there as well. We played against him at home. Turning his attention to what makes Suthar an effective red-ball bowler, Rahul pointed out the subtle trickery that makes him difficult for international batters to face. I think whatever we have played of him in the nets, it's the subtle variations. With the same actions and angles, and without changing his arm speed, he's able to bowl slower, and with the same arm speed he's able to bowl quicker as well. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Hopefully he'll just keep getting better and better. But I think his greatest thing is his pace that he bowls at and his consistency to always challenge all modes of dismissal because the line he bowls can be LBW as well. If there's a little turn, it can be caught behind as well. So that's a special skill to have. He possesses that and hopefully he keeps getting better and does well for India, he concluded. Article Source: IANS
Bengaluru startup founder Bala Panneerselvam has criticised the city's traffic after finding his office nearly empty at 10am, saying exhausting commutes are hurting productivity. He cited long travel times between HSR and Whitefield and called for better public transport and cycle lanes. His LinkedIn post sparked debate over infrastructure, office timings, remote work, Tier 2 cities and urban planning.
He reviewed the ongoing infrastructure and passenger amenity work being undertaken in the section
Kangana Ranaut on Westernised Culture:
Actor and BJP MP Kangana Ranaut has reacted strongly to the recent Bengaluru murder case involving a woman, her alleged lover, her husband and their five-year-old son. In a social media post, Ranaut warned against what she described as the growing normalisation of casual attitudes towards relationships and said society should not become desensitised to [] The post Kangana Ranaut on Westernised Culture: Dont Normalise Body Counts appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Bengaluru Metro Phase 2A To Begin October Trials, Silk Board Link May Come Later
We forced Nagendra to resign earlier, will get his resignation this time too, claims Karnataka BJP
We forced Nagendra to resign earlier, will get his resignation this time too, claims Karnataka BJP Bengaluru: Senior BJP leader and Leader of the Opposition, R. Ashoka, on Wednesday claimed the BJP had earlier forced B. Nagendra to resign as minister over the alleged Valmiki Corporation case and would do the same again. We had [] The post We forced Nagendra to resign earlier, will get his resignation this time too, claims Karnataka BJP appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Former India Selector Neetu David Appointed As Scouting Head Of UP Warriorz
ODI World Cup: Former India spinner and Womens ODI World Cup-winning selector Neetu David has been appointed as the head of scouting for UP Warriorz (UPW) ahead of the 2027 Women's Premier League (WPL) season, the franchise announced on Wednesday. Neetu had joined the support staff led by head coach Abhishek Nayar in last weeks off-season camp for their domestic players at the Sai Krishnan Grounds in Bengaluru, as the team looks to overhaul its talent identification process following consecutive lean seasons in the WPL. UPW support staff also includes fielding coach Saurabh Bandekar and mentor Lisa Sthalekar. Thrilled to have the selector of Indias World Cup-winning squad as our Head of Scouting. Welcome to UP Warriorz, Neetu David! the franchise posted on 'X' on Wednesday. Widely regarded as one of India's finest slow left-arm orthodox spinners, Neetu brings immense administrative and talent identification credentials to the franchise after having previously served as the chairperson of the India women's selection committee. In her new role, Neetu will be tasked with unearthing emerging domestic talent to bolster a franchise that has struggled to find consistency across the first four editions of the tournament. Widely regarded as one of India's finest slow left-arm orthodox spinners, Neetu brings immense administrative and talent identification credentials to the franchise after having previously served as the chairperson of the India women's selection committee. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories In a distinguished 13-year international career from 1995 to 2008, David represented India in 10 Tests and 97 ODIs, capturing 182 international wickets across both formats. She is also remembered for taking 8-53 in a womens Test match against the West Indies at Jamshedpur in 1995. Article Source: IANS
Fake medicine manufacturing, repackaging racket busted near Bidadi
Ramanagara: Karnatakas Food Safety and Drugs Administration Department has busted a major illegal fake medicine manufacturing and repackaging operation at Hejjala near Bidadi in Ramanagara district on Tuesday, August 18, seizing counterfeit medicines and related materials worth more than Rs 5 crore. The operation was carried out under the direction of Food Safety Commissioner K. 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 .
H1N1 Scare At Bengaluru School: 500+ Students Fall Sick
More than 500 students at Bengaluru's Clarence High School reportedly fell sick with flu-like symptoms, prompting concern among parents and the suspension of offline classes. The school, located in Richards Town, has around 2,500 students. Reports said students were experiencing symptoms
Bengaluru College Student Works As Rapido Driver For 3 Months, Shares Earnings And Lessons
A Bengaluru BBA student shares his three-month experience working as a Rapido captain during college vacation.
I Have Influenza, Can It Turn Into Pneumonia? Watch Out For These Warning Signs
H1N1 is currently on top of the Indian health trends with significant surges recorded in Delhi, Bengaluru, and Mumbai lately. Most people ignore this as just the flu, not knowing that it can manifest itself to pneumonia, which can be life-threatening.
ITI rises as 44-acre Bengaluru land parcel put up for Rs 1,685 crore e-auction
ITI rose 1.95% to Rs 285.40 after the company said the National Land Monetization Corporation (NLMC) has invited bids for the e-auction of its 44.03-acre land parcel at Krishnarajapuram, Bengaluru, at a reserve price of Rs 1,685.40 crore.
A district consumer commission has ordered Greenline Travels to pay compensation after finding the bus operator deficient in service for causing a passenger to miss his flight. The passenger had booked a bus from Adoni to Bengaluru to catch a flight to Delhi. However, the bus took a different route and arrived several hours late, causing him to miss his scheduled flight.
Gold Rate Today, Aug 19: Gold prices down in Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Bengaluru, Ahmedabad
22, 24 carat Gold prices up across Indian cities on August 19
Arunachal Para Athlete Tingong Wangpan Selected For Asian Para Games 2026 Camp
Arunachal Pradesh para athlete Tingong Wangpan has been tentatively selected for the National Coaching Camp in preparation for the Aichi Nagoya 2026 Asian Para Games, Japan. The Sports Authority of India has announced a list of 51 men and 20 women athletes for the camp. The camp will be conducted across SAI Centres at Bengaluru,... The post Arunachal Para Athlete Tingong Wangpan Selected For Asian Para Games 2026 Camp first appeared on Northeast Today .
H1N1 Outbreak At Bengaluru School, 500+ Students Fall Sick: What Parents Should Know
Two students have tested positive for H1N1, while one staff member is undergoing treatment. Health experts caution that the confirmed H1N1 cases do not mean all affected individuals have the virus, as other influenza strains and respiratory infections can cause similar symptoms.
Duleep Trophy final likely to move out of Bengaluru CoE, spectators likely to be allowed
The terroir and tradition behind barrel-aged, Japanese soy sauce
Oberoi Hotels in Bengaluru and Mumbai host a unique Kioke Dojo experience, where double-brewed, barrel-aged soy sauces are paired with a curated Japanese menu. The chefs and fifth generation brewer tell us more...
Charles Schwab to scale Hyd GCC to 2,000 employees by 2027
Bengaluru-based investor and IIT Delhi alumnus Ishan Preet Singh has claimed that entering an IIT is mathematically 20 times harder than getting into Harvard. In an Instagram vox pop interview, he discussed Indias rapid growth, founders returning from the US, career advice, passion, ambition, financial success and the importance of enjoying the work.
The seizure has brought under scrutiny the alleged practice of repacking lower-cost medicines and relabelling them as expensive products, including carrying the labels of multinational pharmaceutical companies
Fake medicines in ICUs? Relabelled drugs supplied to Karnataka hospitals, pharmacies, says minister
A Bengaluru-to-Pune flight took around 80 minutes, but the journey from the airport to home took longer. Heavy traffic congestion on Punes roads significantly delayed travellers reaching their destinations. Residents now set aside extra time for airport commutes due to unpredictable traffic and poor road conditions.
Bengaluru founder shows half-empty office at 10 am, blames city's traffic snarls
Bengaluru founder shows halfempty office at am blames citys traffic snarls
Married couples, stop keeping all your money in one account: Bengaluru CA suggests 4-account system
Bengaluru CA Meenal Goel suggests married couples divide their income into four accounts instead of keeping everything in one. Her framework allocates 30% to household expenses, 15% to personal wants, 15% to shared experiences and 40% to long-term goals such as education, a home and retirement. The percentages can be adjusted based on individual circumstances. The aim is to create structure and manage money before it manages you.
From engineering and consulting to leading digital transformation at Allstate, Tejaswini Hebalkars career has spanned technology, operations, and business. Meanwhile, Bengaluru-based dairytech startup Milkvilla operates a hyperlocal model that takes milk from farmer to customer in 12 hours.
'Wanted to start new life': More skeletons tumble out in Bengaluru double murder
Police are investigating a Bengaluru double murder involving a man and his young son. The man's wife, Harini, and her alleged boyfriend, Vinay Kumar, have been arrested. They allegedly planned the husband's death, which escalated when the child witnessed the attack. The couple then decided to kill the four-year-old son as well. Investigators suspect financial and personal motives behind the brutal crime.
Tamil Nadu has 2 Models in Neighbouring States
The Bengaluru model, however, also demonstrates that fixing a fare on paper is not enough
Over 1.07 Crore Voters Marked as ASDDO in Karnatakas Special Intensive Revision
Bengaluru, August 19: In Karnataka, more than 1.07 crore voters, accounting for 19.48 percent of the total, have been categorized as ASDDO under the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of the voter list. ASDDO refers to voters who have either shifted permanently, passed away, or are duplicates. This information was released by the office of the ... Read more Over 1.07 Crore Voters Marked as ASDDO in Karnatakas Special Intensive Revision
Bengaluru Police Bust Luxury Car Theft Gang, Two Arrested Including a Woman
Bengaluru, August 19: Bengaluru police have successfully dismantled a gang involved in luxury car theft, arresting two suspects, including a woman. The police recovered a Toyota Fortuner valued at 3.5 million, which had been stolen from a hotel parking lot in Bengaluru. According to police reports, the complainant, a resident of Chennai, arrived in Bengaluru ... Read more Bengaluru Police Bust Luxury Car Theft Gang, Two Arrested Including a Woman
New York-based Warner Music Group plans to set up a world-class music tech organisation in Bengaluru
Inter-State Burglar Held In Ongole; Property Worth 1.36 Crore Recovered
The accused has been identified as Soheil Khan alias Mohammed Sameer Khan, 38, originally from Bengaluru and currently residing in Hyderabad.
Duleep Trophy final could be held in Bengaluru or Chennai
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The Transformation of Kashmiri Society Across Generations
Kashmir has never been merely a geographical space. It has been a civilisation of memory, faith, language, poetry, hospitality and shared cultural traditions. Its society was shaped not only by its mountains, rivers and seasons but also by centuries of interaction among communities that inhabited the same landscape, spoke closely related languages, shared cultural practices and participated in one another's joys and sorrows. Yet societies do not remain frozen in time. Kashmir, perhaps more than many other places, has witnessed an extraordinary transformation within the span of just a few generations. The Kashmir known to our grandparents, the Kashmir remembered by our parents and the Kashmir experienced by today's younger generation are, in many ways, three different worlds. The transformation has not been sudden. It has been gradual, sometimes painful, sometimes inspiring and often contradictory. What has changed is not merely the physical appearance of the Valley but the very manner in which its people think, work, communicate, relate to one another and imagine their future. For the older generation, life in Kashmir was deeply rooted in community. The neighbourhood was an extended family. A wedding was never merely a private celebration; the entire mohalla participated. A death brought neighbours together. Festivals created opportunities to visit one another, exchange greetings and share food. Even ordinary life possessed a collective rhythm. People knew one another not merely by name but through generations of association. The carpenter, the teacher, the farmer, the shopkeeper, the artisan and the priest were all connected through an intricate social network that gave the community a sense of belonging. Today, that intimacy has considerably weakened. Urbanisation, migration, economic pressures, changing occupations and modern lifestyles have made individual achievement increasingly important. The young person today is more likely to define himself or herself through education, profession, personal ambition and economic independence than through neighbourhood or traditional community identity. This is not necessarily a decline; it is a transformation. But every transformation carries a price. The Kashmir of the older generation was also a world of slower communication and deeper physical interaction. Letters were treasured. Radio was a window to the outside world. Newspapers arrived with anticipation. Conversations took place in courtyards, kitchens, tea shops, village squares and during long winter evenings. There was little of the instant communication that defines contemporary life. Today's Kashmiri inhabits an entirely different information universe. A smartphone has brought the world into the palm of the hand. A young person sitting in a village in Kashmir can study at a foreign university, apply for a job in Bengaluru, communicate with someone in London and follow events unfolding thousands of kilometres away. Geographical boundaries that once defined opportunity have become increasingly porous. This has produced a remarkable change in aspiration. The old assumption that one's future must necessarily remain tied to one's immediate surroundings is gradually disappearing. Kashmiri youth are increasingly looking towards other parts of India and the wider world for education, employment and professional growth. The world has become their marketplace. But technology has also produced a paradox. It has connected people across continents while sometimes disconnecting them from those sitting beside them. Families may communicate constantly through messages and video calls while having fewer opportunities for meaningful face-to-face conversation. The problem is not technology itself. The real challenge is ensuring that technological connectivity does not replace emotional intimacy. The transformation is equally visible within the Kashmiri family. Earlier generations generally lived within larger and more interconnected family structures. Grandparents, parents, children, uncles, aunts and cousins often lived close to one another. Elders occupied a central place in family decisions, and children grew up surrounded by stories, memories and experiences that connected them directly with previous generations. The modern Kashmiri family is increasingly nuclear. Education and employment have taken young people away from their ancestral homes. Professional mobility has become a necessity rather than a choice. A son may work in Delhi, a daughter in Bengaluru, another family member may be in Dubai or London, while the parents remain in Kashmir. Physical distance has therefore become one of the defining features of contemporary Kashmiri family life. Yet this separation has created another paradox. Families may be geographically scattered but technologically connected. A video call has replaced the visit; a message has replaced a conversation; a photograph on a screen sometimes replaces physical presence. Technology can bridge distance, but it cannot completely reproduce the warmth of sitting together around a traditional hearth, sharing a meal or listening to an elderly member of the family recounting stories of another era. The position of women has also changed significantly. Earlier generations of Kashmiri women carried enormous responsibilities within the home and community, often without receiving the recognition they deserved. Their contribution was indispensable, but much of it remained invisible beyond the domestic sphere. The contemporary Kashmiri woman is increasingly visible in education, medicine, administration, business, journalism, academia and other professions. Education has transformed not only her opportunities but also her understanding of herself. A daughter is increasingly encouraged to prepare not merely for marriage but for a career, independence and meaningful participation in society. This change has inevitably altered family expectations and social relationships. The Kashmiri woman of today is negotiating a space between inherited traditions and modern aspirations. She is not necessarily rejecting her cultural identity; rather, she is redefining her place within it. That is one of the most significant indicators of social transformation. Another quieter but equally important change is taking place in language. Kashmiri carries within it the memory of an entire civilisation. The poetry of Lal Ded, the verses of Sheikh-ul-Alam, the songs of Habba Khatoon and the mystical traditions of generations of poets are not merely literary treasures. They are repositories of collective memory. Yet younger generations are increasingly growing up in multilingual environments dominated by English, Hindi and other languages. English has become the language of education and professional opportunity, while Hindi has acquired greater importance because of employment, entertainment and wider communication. Kashmiri, meanwhile, sometimes retreats into the home and, in some families, is gradually losing even that space. There is nothing wrong with learning other languages. On the contrary, multilingualism is an asset. The danger lies in acquiring the languages of the world while becoming strangers to the language of one's ancestors. A civilisation does not disappear in a single day. Sometimes it disappears quietlywhen its songs are no longer sung, its proverbs are no longer understood and its children can no longer comprehend the emotional vocabulary of their grandparents. Economic transformation has been equally profound. The Kashmir of earlier generations depended heavily on agriculture, horticulture, handicrafts, small trade and traditional occupations. Education has opened doors to professions that previous generations could scarcely have imagined. Kashmiris are now working as doctors, engineers, academics, entrepreneurs, civil servants, IT professionals, artists and business leaders across India and around the world. The old psychological boundary that one's future must be found within Kashmir has weakened considerably. A young Kashmiri may now see Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Dubai, Europe, North America or Australia as possible destinations for education and employment. This expansion of opportunity is undoubtedly positive, but migration has its own consequences. When young people leave, the Valley loses not only workers but also potential families, ideas and cultural continuity. Some villages increasingly have an ageing population while their younger members build careers elsewhere. The challenge for Kashmir will therefore be to benefit from global mobility without losing its younger generation emotionally and culturally. No discussion of the transformation of Kashmiri society can, however, ignore the profound rupture caused by the violence and turmoil of the late twentieth century. The years of militancy, fear, uncertainty and displacement changed the psychological landscape of Kashmir. The exodus of Kashmiri Pandits created a deep wound in the social fabric, while violence and instability affected the lives, education, employment and aspirations of Kashmiri Muslims as well. An entire generation grew up carrying memories that the next generation may never fully understand. For those who left, Kashmir became simultaneously a homeland and a memory. For those who remained, the Valley continued to be home, but home itself had changed. The younger generation is now inheriting this complicated legacy. It is increasingly trying to look beyond the permanent vocabulary of conflict, grievance and fear. It wants education, employment, normalcy, mobility and dignity. That does not erase history, nor should it. But a society cannot remain permanently imprisoned by its wounds. Remembering the past is necessary; allowing the past to dictate the entire future is another matter. Perhaps the most important question facing Kashmiri society is not whether it should embrace tradition or modernity. It is whether it can carry its traditions intelligently into modernity. There are traditions that deserve to survive because they embody compassion, hospitality, dignity, coexistence and respect for nature. There are also social practices that need to change because they no longer correspond to the aspirations of a modern society. The task of every generation is therefore neither to preserve everything from the past nor to reject everything associated with it. It is to distinguish between heritage and habit. Heritage gives a society its roots. Habit can sometimes become a chain. Kashmir needs its roots, but it must not allow its roots to prevent its branches from reaching the sky. The transformation is also changing the very idea of Kashmiri identity. Earlier, identity was strongly rooted in village, neighbourhood, language, occupation and inherited traditions. Today, identity is increasingly layered. A young Kashmiri can simultaneously be Kashmiri, Indian and global in outlook. He or she can enjoy traditional Kashmiri food, listen to international music, study in an Indian metropolitan city and dream of building a career abroad. Identity is no longer a single room; it is a house with many windows. This does not necessarily weaken Kashmiri identity. It can actually make it more confident, provided the younger generation understands what it has inherited. A secure identity does not fear the outside world. It engages with it without losing itself. Every generation tends to believe that the previous generation lived in a better world. Nostalgia, however, can distort reality. The past had its limitations, just as the present has its contradictions. The challenge is not to recreate an imaginary Kashmir of yesterday but to preserve those values from yesterday that can enrich the Kashmir of tomorrow. Kashmir cannot afford to lose its hospitality, its poetry, its craftsmanship, its sensitivity towards nature, its respect for elders, its oral traditions and its capacity for human connection. Modernisation should change the way Kashmiris live, work and communicate; it should not erase the values that give their civilisation its distinctive character. The greatest challenge, therefore, is not development. It is development without cultural amnesia. Kashmir is changing, and it will continue to change. The generation that once travelled by slow buses now communicates across continents through smartphones. Children who once inherited family occupations are choosing global careers. Women are entering professions their grandmothers could scarcely have imagined. Families are becoming smaller, aspirations larger and the world closer. Somewhere between the old wooden house and the modern apartment, between the kangri and the smartphone, between the handwritten letter and the instant message, between the village courtyard and the global workplace, a new Kashmir is being born. It would be easy to mourn the Kashmir that is disappearing. It would be wiser to ask what kind of Kashmir we want to create. For ultimately, societies are not preserved by resisting change. They survive by carrying their deepest values through change. The Kashmir of tomorrow will not be the Kashmir of our grandparents. Nor should it be. But if the future Kashmiri can walk confidently into the modern world without forgetting the language, memories, compassion, cultural wisdom and human values of those who came before, then the transformation of Kashmiri society will not represent the end of an old civilisation. It will be the beginning of its next chapter. (The writer is RK columnist and can be reached at: sanjaypanditasp@gmail.com )
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