Chevittorma explores environmental and personal loss on stage
To be staged at Bengalurus Ranga Shankara Theatre Festival 2026, Chevittorma sheds light on overlooked environmental emergencies
Polish PM Tusk seeks deeper tech, AI and space ties with India
During a recent meeting, Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk called for strengthened collaboration with India, zeroing in on advancements in AI and space technology. He pointed out potential synergies in manufacturing automation and data analysis. Karnataka's Chief Minister DK Shivakumar invited Polish participation in the 2027 Global Investors Meet, stressing the importance of joint ventures in renewable energy and advanced manufacturing, given Bengaluru's pivotal role in tech innovation.
Flexi workspace cos expand solar capacity
Large and listed managed workspace providers are scaling up their green energy efforts by launching their own solar farms in addition to installing rooftop solar panels nationwide.IndiQube has more than 30 megawatt of operational solar capacity and is targeting nearly 30 MW of additional capacity in this financial year, while Table Space has invested in captive solar capacity of about 3.8 MWp across Karnataka and Maharashtra.WeWork India plans to develop a 10 MWp (DC) ground-mounted solar power plant in Karnataka, part of its goal to transition towards 100% renewable electricity by March 2028.Our near-term ambition is to transition the IndiQube portfolio to 100% green power, with renewable capacity growing alongside our workplace footprint. We see solar investment and green building transformation as complementary: improve how efficiently a building operates while changing the source of the energy it consumes, said Rishi Das, co-founder and CEO of IndiQube.Managed space platforms have a natural advantage, as they can aggregate energy demand across both centres and customers. This creates the necessary scale to move from individual rooftop installations to larger solar farms, making green power accessible to enterprises without the need for each one to build its own infrastructure.A majority of our centres are located in leased buildings, and rooftop solar alone cannot meet the power requirements of a large office campus, said Table Space president and co-CEO Kumal Mehra. Our recent investment in captive solar is structured to create additionality in the market. Under this model, we take an equity stake in an off-site solar project and receive its power through open access. Where roof space permits, we supplement this with on-site solar, and we also use renewable energy certificates.As of March 31, Table Spaces portfolio spans 11.46 million sq ft across 176 facilities and 84 centres in nine cities, and many of its enterprise clients have made their own net-zero commitments. They increasingly expect the workspaces they occupy to be powered by clean energy.The WeWork India plant is targeted for commissioning in this financial year and is expected to generate about 15-16 million units of clean electricity annually. Once operational, it is expected to increase the share of renewable electricity across the companys portfolio to about 50% from nearly 40% at present.Nearly 80% of the plants output will support WeWork Indias operations, including 10 centres in Bengaluru. The remaining 20% of the plants output will be used for its future growth.Bengaluru is our largest market, making it the natural starting point for an investment of this scale. As we grow, we want a greater share of that growth to be powered by clean energy, but we also want sustainability to make strong business sense, WeWork India managing director and CEO Karan Virwani said earlier. Building our own renewable generation capacity allows us to do both - reduce the carbon footprint of our operations while creating greater certainty over energy costs for the next 25 years.IndiQubes operational footprint includes solar farms in Karnataka and Maharashtra, alongside more than 25 rooftop installations across the country. An upcoming solar farm in Tamil Nadu will extend this footprint further. Our next step is to take the same thinking from managed spaces into managed green power. What began as solving our own requirement has become an opportunity to help other enterprises make the same transition, Das said.Table Space, in partnership with Clean Max and AMPYR Energy, is expected to deliver more than 5 million units of renewable energy annually and avoid about 3,500 tonnes of emissions each year.These long-term investments can help us have greater predictability in energy costs and are expected to double the share of renewable energy in Table Spaces energy mix. These initiatives support our net-zero commitment and our commitment to set science-based targets through the Science Based Targets initiative, said Mehra.
Mysuru-Bengaluru highway blocked at toll plaza for two hours due to farmers protest
A large number of farmers led by Melukote MLA Darshan Puttannaiah and Karnataka Rajya Raitha Sangha (KRRS) leader Badagalapura Nagendra gathered at the Toll Plaza.
India-Poland strategic partnership should translate into JVs: PM Donald Tusk
Poland PM Donald Tusk called for greater technological cooperation between India and Poland, while addressing the India-Poland Business Forum at Bengaluru
Mild earthquake of magnitude 3.0 hits villages in Bengaluru Rural; KSNDMC says no need to panic
The incident was reported on Friday at 9.01 am. According to the details shared by KSNDMC, the magnitude of the earthquake was 3.0 which was low and the tremors were experienced upto a radial distance of 20-30 kms.
Upsurge Labs Launches Ninefold Pictures, Commits Over
PNN Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], October 23: Upsurge Labs has announced its entry into the entertainment industry through Ninefold Pictures, with a commitment of over
Sushma Verma Set To Hit A Jackpot In WPL Auction: Reema Malhotra
Trinbago Knight Riders: Senior wicketkeeper-batter Sushma Verma is poised for a big payday at the WPL 2027 auction, with UP Warriorz and Mumbai Indians likely to lock horns for her services, said former India player Reema Malhotra on Friday. With several franchises short of a home-grown wicketkeeper, the Indian wicketkeeper-batters are expected to be among the most coveted picks when the five teams finalise their squads at the auction in Kochi starting at 5:30pm on October 28. Sushma also turned out for Trinbago Knight Riders (TKR) in this years Womens Caribbean Premier League (WCPL) when Yastika Bhatia left for India A commitments. Sushma Verma is going to hit the jackpot this time because Mumbai Indians, and UP Warriorz are looking at her in the trials. She has recently played in the CPL as well, and she brings experience. She performed well the whole season in domestic cricket as well. So, somewhere, I feel there is going to be a good fight between UP Warriorz and Mumbai Indians, but think she might go to UP Warriorz because Mumbai Indians have a budget issue, said Reema on JioStar. She also flagged young G Kamalini as one to watch, given that she offers the rare combination of left-handed batting, wicketkeeping and international exposure. Kamalini, though, may not be available for the entirety of WPL 2027 if shes picked in Indias squad for the U19 Womens T20 World Cup, happening in Nepal and Bangladesh. G. Kamalini is a young player, and now she also has international experience. She has not done much at the international level, but we all know about the talent she possesses. She would obviously be a much-improved player with the experience and quite a few teams need an Indian wicketkeeper-batter. You never know; Mumbai Indians might pick her up, DC also need an Indian wicketkeeper-batter, and UP Warriorz need one too. She is a left-hander who can bat in the top order as well as the middle order and if so many teams are looking for an Indian keeper, Kamalini could be a name to watch out for, she added. Former India batter Veda Krishnamurthy felt Royal Challengers Bengaluru might be tempted to bring back Australia captain Sophie Molineux, though her fitness record could weigh on their decision. You never know; Mumbai Indians might pick her up, DC also need an Indian wicketkeeper-batter, and UP Warriorz need one too. She is a left-hander who can bat in the top order as well as the middle order and if so many teams are looking for an Indian keeper, Kamalini could be a name to watch out for, she added. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Woman dies after kite string slits throat in Karnataka
Hubballi: A 38-year-old woman died after a sharp kite string (Chinese manja) allegedly got entangled around her neck and slit her throat while she was riding a two-wheeler in Hubballi city, police said on Friday, October 23. The deceased was identified as Vidya Manjunath Gowdar, a resident of Bharat Nagar in Old Hubballi. She was 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 .
Polish PM Donald Tusk meets DK Shivakumar, Karnataka ministers in Bengaluru
Polish PM Donald Tusk visited Bengaluru with around 100 business leaders to explore partnerships with Karnataka. Poland is seeking stronger cooperation with India in IT and space, as bilateral trade rose from USD 1.95 billion in 2013 to USD 6.36 billion in 2025
Grace Harris Could Be Costliest Buy At WPL Auction If UP Warriorz Go For Her: Aakash Chopra
Royal Challengers Bengaluru: Australias big-hitting batting all-rounder Grace Harris could walk away as the most expensive player at the WPL 2027 auction, with cash-rich UP Warriorz well placed to make a big play for her, said former India mens batter Aakash Chopra. All five franchises will look to fill the remaining slots in their squads at the auction starting at 5:30pm in Kochi on October 28, with Indian wicketkeeper-batters and overseas all-rounders expected to be the most sought-after. Teams can have a maximum of 18 players in their squad, including six from overseas. In all, 27 slots will be filled on the auction day, including seven overseas spots. Grace was a member of the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) team winning WPL 2026, where she made 237 runs in nine innings. I think Grace Harris would be the most expensive player at this smaller auction. Of course, in a small auction, the player availability is limited. Demand also won't be very high because most teams have held on to their main players. But I still feel that the kind of batter she is and contributes with the ball as well, she could be in demand. Who has the biggest purse? It is UP Warriorz once again. So, if the UP Warriorz are keen, I feel she could be the most expensive player at this auction, said Chopra to JioStar. Chopra also tipped Mumbai Indians to chase Indias off-spin bowling all-rounder Sneh Rana, who was released by Delhi Capitals, citing a gap in the home-grown spin bowling options of the two-time champions. I am thinking Mumbai Indians could go for her because they lack Indian spinners. If you look at their track record, there has been a lot of focus on Hayley Matthews and Amelia Kerr in the spin department. One year, we saw Saika Ishaque do a very good job, but she is no longer part of the team. Chopra also tipped Mumbai Indians to chase Indias off-spin bowling all-rounder Sneh Rana, who was released by Delhi Capitals, citing a gap in the home-grown spin bowling options of the two-time champions. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
India-Poland strategic partnership should translate into JVs: Donald Tusk
India and Poland should move beyond traditional trade and deepen cooperation in technology, artificial intelligence (AI) and aerospace, Poland Prime Minister Donald Tusk said on Friday. Strategic partnership between the two countries should translate into joint ventures (JVs), the visiting leader said. Now it is time to translate these declarations into joint ventures, Tusk said, addressing the India-Poland Business Forum here. He called for greater technological cooperation between the two countries to strengthen their economies and help them access global markets. PM Tusk highlighted the city's role as a global technology and innovation hub. This place (Bengaluru) shows how investing in people, knowledge, and entrepreneurship can change the position of the entire economy, he added.
Todays Gold Rate in India October 23: Gold prices down in Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai, Bengaluru
22, 24 carat Gold prices down across metro cities on October 23
M S Ramaiah University of Applied Sciences, Bengaluru (MSRUAS) has published the Recruitment 2026 notification for 3 vacancies, including Research Associate and Field Investigator posts. Applications by email will be accepted till 30 October 2026.
India-Poland strategic partnership should translate into JVs: PM Tusk
The Polish PM Tusk highlights the Bengalurus role as a global technology and innovation hub
Kumaraswamy accuses K'taka govt of taking 'sting Op' lightly, warns against helping accused get bail
Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Oct 23 (IANS) Union Minister for Heavy Industries and Steel H.D. Kumaraswamy on Friday accused Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar of taking the alleged sting operation involving former CM and Congress Working Committee (CWC) member Siddaramaiah lightly, alleging that the police had issued summons to a key person in the case merely as a formality. Addressing a press conference at the Janata Dal (Secular) headquarters, JP Bhavan, in Bengaluru, Kumaraswamy alleged that a media person was involved in the sting operation video intended to tarnish Siddaramaiah's image. He questioned the state government's handling of the investigation and warned that the JD(S) would not remain silent if the government helped the person concerned secure anticipatory bail. Kumaraswamy's remarks came amid reports that Shivakumar had met AICC General Secretary (Organisation) and Congress MP K.C. Venugopal during his visit to Delhi on Thursday. The Chief Minister had reportedly said that the JD(S) was politicising the sting operation controversy. Responding to the allegation, Kumaraswamy said Shivakumar had visited Delhi to meet Union Ministers and raise various issues concerning Karnataka in the state's interest. However, he alleged that the Chief Minister had also met Congress high command leaders in connection with the ongoing controversy. Kumaraswamy referred to Shivakumar's explanation that Home Minister Priyank Kharge had also visited Venugopal's residence and that their presence there was coincidental. The Union Minister questioned the circumstances of the meetings and accused the Chief Minister of downplaying the alleged involvement of the media person. The issue is not whether the JD(S) is using this matter politically. The question is whether the truth will come out and justice will be done, Kumaraswamy said. He alleged that the objective of the sting operation was to damage Siddaramaiah's public image and claimed that the person involved was being treated leniently because of his proximity to the Chief Minister. He further alleged that the media person had easy access to Shivakumar. According to the information I have, the person was staying at the Radisson Hotel in Mysuru the day before yesterday, and they brought him in. Yesterday, summons were issued to him merely as a formality, Kumaraswamy alleged. The Union Minister also raised questions about the investigation and referred to senior IPS officer Ajay Hilori, who is heading the probe. Kumaraswamy referred to Hilori's alleged connection with the IMA ponzi scheme case and questioned the circumstances surrounding the appointment of the same lawyer, who had fought his case earlier, by the person seeking anticipatory bail in the sting operation case. Kumaraswamy alleged that the sting operation controversy was aimed at tarnishing Siddaramaiah's image and said the government must ensure that the investigation proceeded fairly. He warned that the JD(S) would not remain silent if the government remained passive and facilitated the accused in obtaining bail. I am warning the government. If it remains silent and helps him secure bail in the anticipatory bail petition he has filed, we will not sit quietly, he said. Rejecting allegations that the sting operation was a JD(S) conspiracy, Kumaraswamy questioned the Congress leadership's response to the controversy and defended Siddaramaiah's political stature. Who else is there in the Congress party, apart from Siddaramaiah, who is such a tall leader? Siddaramaiah has been forced to sit at home, and now they claim that this is a JD(S) conspiracy. Who else can bring votes apart from Siddaramaiah? You were saved because of him, he alleged. Kumaraswamy also anticipated questions about why he was speaking in support of Siddaramaiah despite their political rivalry. You may ask why I am speaking in favour of Siddaramaiah. Yes, I have fought against him, he said, maintaining that the issue should not be dismissed as political manoeuvring and that the allegations required a serious investigation.
India-Poland strategic partnership should translate into JVs, says PM Tusk
Poland Prime Minister Donald Tusk emphasized the importance of moving beyond traditional trade with India. He advocated for deeper cooperation in technology, artificial intelligence, and aerospace between the two countries. Tusk also highlighted Bengaluru's significant role as a global technology and innovation hub. He called for translating declarations of strategic partnerships into joint ventures to strengthen economies. These initiatives aim to enhance access to global markets and foster economic growth.
Karnataka ready to deepen ties with Poland in AI, aerospace and pharmaceuticals: CM DK Shivakumar
Karnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar on Friday said the state was ready to strengthen business and technological cooperation with Poland in areas including artificial intelligence (AI), aerospace, pharmaceuticals, research and innovation, as Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk visited Bengaluru leading a delegation of around 100 business leaders. Speaking to the media after meeting Tusk, Shivakumar said the visit offered significant opportunities for Karnataka to attract international investments and expand cooperation with Polish companies. One thing we should be very proud of is that all our young leaders and senior businessmen have made Karnataka proud. The Prime Minister is coming here for the second time. He's one of the longest-serving prime ministers there. And now he's in the European Union. And for great business opportunities, they have come here, Shivakumar said. The Chief Minister said he had returned from Delhi on Thursday and held discussions with industry representativ...
Multiple SpiceJet flights delayed at Bengaluru airport, passengers face hours of waiting
Three domestic services connecting Bengaluru with Kolkata and Mumbai were affected, with delays extending into the early hours of the following day.
The court restrained Mundhra, his servants, agents, representatives and persons acting on his behalf or in concert with him from creating, publishing, uploading, telecasting, broadcasting, printing, circulating or otherwise disseminating allegedly defamatory statements or imputations concerning the company.
Cybercrime Crackdown: 4 Held, 320-SIM Slots Seized in Bengaluru
BENGALURU: Karnataka Polices Cyber Command has arrested four people for their alleged involvement in a cybercrime network operating from two apartments in Bengaluru, suspected to be linked to digital arrest scams, sextortion and other financial frauds. The police seized 10 SIM box devices with a combined capacity of 320 SIM connections during raids at two [] The post Cybercrime Crackdown: 4 Held, 320-SIM Slots Seized in Bengaluru appeared first on Northlines .
CM Shivakumar meets Polish PM Donald Tusk; invites Poland as partner for Global Investors Meet 2027
Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Oct 23 (IANS) Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar held bilateral talks with Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk at a private hotel in Bengaluru on Friday. Polish PM Tusk and his delegation arrived in Bengaluru from Delhi on Thursday night to participate in various programmes. Shivakumar invited Poland to participate as a country partner in the states Global Investors Meet 2027, while highlighting a proposed investment of Rs 80 crore by a Polish business group that could generate around 1,000 jobs in Karnataka. The meeting between Shivakumar and PM Tusk was attended by Polish Finance Minister Andrzej Domaski and senior Polish government officials. Karnataka Minister for Heavy and Medium Industries and Infrastructure Development M.B. Patil, IT-BT and Home Minister Priyank Kharge, Additional Chief Secretary to the Chief Minister Tushar Giri Nath, and Industries and Commerce Department Principal Secretary S. Selvakumar were also present. It is a pleasure to welcome the Honble Prime Minister of Poland, Mr Donald Tusk, and the distinguished Polish delegation to Bengaluru, Karnatakas global hub for technology, innovation and entrepreneurship, Shivakumar said at a meeting with the Polish Prime Minister at Taj West End here. Inviting Poland to partner with Karnataka at the Global Investors Meet 2027, Shivakumar said the state was keen to deepen bilateral cooperation in investment, technology, innovation and employment, building on Bengalurus technology ecosystem and Polands expertise in advanced manufacturing, artificial intelligence and green energy. Karnataka has considerable scope for further Polish investment, particularly in medical products, healthcare and advanced manufacturing, he said, adding that the state was keen to attract investments that bring new technologies, strengthen local industries, create quality employment and support exports. Highlighting the existing cooperation between Karnataka and Poland, Shivakumar referred to the Letter of Intent signed with the Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Katowice and Kato.hub to promote collaboration in artificial intelligence, gaming and deep-tech innovation, including the proposed Karnataka-Katowice Digital and Gaming Corridor. The initiative is expected to create opportunities for startups, technology companies and research institutions from both sides to collaborate, develop new technologies and expand into each others markets. Shivakumar also encouraged Polish technology companies to explore Bengalurus opportunities in artificial intelligence, software, gaming, robotics, smart manufacturing and startup innovation. He called for stronger partnerships in research, education and technology transfer to generate skilled employment. Pointing to the potential for deeper business ties, he cited Infosyss nearly 20-year presence in Poland as an example of the opportunities for greater India-Poland technology cooperation. He said Karnataka would work to facilitate Polish investments in Bengaluru while supporting companies from the state in exploring opportunities in Poland. The Chief Minister identified renewable energy, waste-to-energy, sludge management, wastewater treatment and circular economy solutions as promising areas for cooperation, drawing on Polish expertise to advance Karnatakas environmental priorities and sustainable industrial development. He also invited Polish companies to explore partnerships in information technology, software services, pharmaceuticals and research and development. Companies were encouraged to consider investment and technology collaboration in Karnatakas energy, petrochemical and advanced manufacturing sectors. Emphasising that investment opportunities extended beyond Bengaluru, Shivakumar urged Polish companies to explore Karnatakas districts and take advantage of the states industrial ecosystem.
ED Raids 13 Sites in Bengaluru, Delhi-NCR, Chandigarh Over NRI Loan Fraud
The entities covered in the search operation are Antriksh Promoters and Developers Pvt Ltd and Sunshine Infrawell Pvt Ltd, under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act
ED Raids 13 Locations in NRI Housing Loan Fraud Probe
NEW DELHI, Oct 23: The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Friday conducted searches at 13 locations across Delhi-NCR, Bengaluru and Chandigarh in a money laundering investigation linked to alleged fraud involving housing loans obtained in the names of Non-Resident Indians (NRIs), agency officials said. The searches targeted two real estate companies based in the National Capital [] The post ED Raids 13 Locations in NRI Housing Loan Fraud Probe appeared first on Northlines .
Polish PM Tusk Meets DK Shivakumar in Bengaluru, Discuss IT Collaboration
Leading a delegation of around 100 Polish business leaders, PM Donald Franciszek Tusk aims to explore opportunities for collaboration in the state of Karnataka
Bengaluru (karnataka) [India], / San Francisco [US], October 23: QFocus Technologies LLC (QFocus), headquartered in the USA, is strengthening its global engineering operations following continued business growth across its key markets. The company has doubled its customer base to include top OEMs and CMs across AI infrastructure, medical devices and industrial products, adding multiple new customer engagements over the past 12 months.
K'taka Police launch crackdown on banned manja rope sales after womans death
Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Oct 23 (IANS) The Karnataka Police have intensified their crackdown on the sale and use of banned manja (glass-coated kite string) in the Hubballi-Dharwad region following the death of a 38-year-old woman who died after getting entangled in the string on Karwar Road. Police have conducted raids on shops and godowns, seized stocks of manja rope and warned traders against selling the banned material. A 38-year-old laboratory technician named Vidya Manjunath Gowdar died on Karwar Road in Hubballi after a glass-coated kite manja string slit her throat while she was riding her scooter on Thursday. The deceased, Vidya Manjunatha, was passing near Shivashankar Colony when the hanging string caught her neck and cut her throat, leading to her death. Hubballi-Dharwad Superintendent of Police Bhushan Borase on Friday said the police had earlier conducted awareness programmes about the dangers of manja rope, but people had failed to take the warnings seriously. The latest incident has claimed a life, prompting the police to step up enforcement measures. We have immediately taken two steps. We have instructed police officers to register cases wherever manja ropes are being sold. So far, 12 criminal cases have been registered, and we have seized a considerable quantity of manja rope. The sellers have been booked, Borase said. He said kites stuck on electricity poles and trees often leave manja strings hanging in the air, posing a serious threat to people travelling on roads, particularly two-wheeler riders and cyclists. The police have written to the corporation commissioner seeking cooperation of civic authorities, sanitation workers and Hubballi Electricity Supply Company (HESCOM) personnel to remove the dangerous strings. Borase said the authorities would undertake a weeklong drive to remove kites and cut dangling manja strings wherever they are found, reducing the risk to road users. He appealed to the public to alert the police by calling the 112 emergency helpline if they notice kites with manja strings hanging dangerously or people flying kites using the banned string. Police personnel would respond to such complaints and take appropriate action, he said. The incident has added to a series of tragedies involving manja rope in Hubballi, raising concerns over the continued sale and use of the banned material despite repeated warnings. Meanwhile, Belagavi Police Commissioner K. Ramarajan has also warned traders against selling manja rope and appealed to the public not to use it to fly kites. Referring to incidents in which two-wheeler riders have lost their lives, Ramarajan said the sale and use of manja rope were prohibited and that legal action would be taken against those violating the ban. It can be recalled that a 19-year-old student named Dhruv Santosh Karjagi died on October 1, after a sharp kite string (manja) slit his throat while he was riding a motorcycle in Belagavi, Karnataka. Ramarajan said: We urge people not to buy manja rope in the first place, as it can endanger lives and even cause death. If anyone provides information about its sale, action will be taken. There is no problem with flying kites using ordinary thread. Manja rope is banned, and legal action will be taken against anyone found using it. The police have called for public cooperation to prevent further casualties and ensure strict enforcement of the ban on manja rope.
SIM Box Network Used for Scams Busted in Bengaluru, 4 Held in Maharashtra
Police traced the e-SIM supply chain to Tiroda in Gondia district, Maharashtra, following leads regarding the alleged sale of SIM cards and their conversion into e-SIM profiles
Bengaluru IED blast: Police verify footage from over 100 CCTVs, form 5 special teams
Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Oct 23 (IANS) The cops in Pulakeshinagar are awaiting the Forensic Science Laboratory (FSL) report and have launched a hunt for those responsible for the suspected Improvised Explosive Device (IED) blast at an under-construction house in Bengaluru, police said on Friday. The police have verified footage from more than 100 CCTV cameras so far and formed five special teams to investigate the incident. The investigation is primarily focussed on how the accused procured the explosive materials and who delivered the parcel that triggered the explosion. The police are also tracking the person who delivered the parcel and suspect that one of the associates of the accused people may have brought it to the spot. The police have recorded the statements of the two injured persons and are pursuing the investigation based on the clues gathered from their accounts. However, the statements of one of the injured, Allauddin, have reportedly been inconsistent, adding to the challenges faced by the investigating team. Allauddin, who has been discharged from the hospital, is said to be shaken by the incident. During questioning, he reportedly told the police that a man had handed him the parcel. At the same time, he maintained that the parcel had been left near the under-construction building and that he had picked it up from there. The police are trying to establish the sequence of events and verify his claims. The other injured person, Suraj, is currently not in a condition to give a statement to the police. Investigators are expected to record his statement once his condition permits. Meanwhile, Rahman, the owner of the house where the explosion occurred, has denied any involvement and claimed that he had no knowledge of the incident. He has also not provided any information about possible personal enmity that could have led to the explosion. The East Division Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) is monitoring the investigation. The police are continuing to examine the available evidence, CCTV footage and statements as they attempt to identify those behind the incident and determine how the explosive device was procured and delivered. The National Investigation Agency (NIA) is likely to take up the probe into the suspected Improvised Explosive Device (IED) explosion at an under-construction building in Bengalurus Pulakeshinagar, with preliminary investigations indicating that an IED was used to trigger the blast. The NIA has sought a report from the Bengaluru Police regarding the incident and has obtained reports from the local police and the Scene of Crime Officers (SOCO) team. If further investigation is required, the agency is likely to inspect the scene. Currently, the teams from local police and the Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS) are investigating the incident, with officers focussing on the circumstances under which the explosive device was brought to the building and the identity of the person behind it. According to preliminary information, the IED was concealed inside a box that was delivered to the under-construction building as a parcel. An unidentified person reportedly made an anonymous phone call to the security staff, asking them to receive the box and keep it inside the building. The caller allegedly claimed that the parcel contained a torchlight. Acting on the instructions, the security guard collected the box and kept it inside the building. The box was subsequently opened, and the battery was switched on, triggering the explosion. A painter present at the spot and another person were injured in the blast. One of them reportedly lost a finger, while the other sustained minor injuries. Investigating officers are now working to trace the anonymous call and identify the person who instructed the security guard to receive the parcel. The police are also examining how the box was delivered and whether anyone else was involved in placing the explosive device at the site. The use of an IED has raised concerns among security agencies, with investigators examining whether the incident was part of a larger conspiracy or stemmed from personal enmity. The possibility of a personal dispute being behind the explosion is also being investigated. The incident has drawn particular attention because Bengaluru is known as the Silicon Valley of India and is home to several defence establishments, scientific institutions, research centres and manufacturing facilities. Security agencies are concerned about how the person or persons involved acquired the technical expertise to assemble an IED using a battery as part of the triggering mechanism. Investigators are expected to examine the device's design, the materials used and the method adopted to trigger the explosion to establish the motive and determine whether the incident has wider security implications. Karnataka Home Minister Priyank Kharge on Wednesday urged people not to believe rumours and said the authorities would have to wait for laboratory reports to establish the cause.
India Batter Sabbineni Meghana Announces Retirement From All Forms Of Cricket
Royal Challengers Bangalore: Indian women's team top-order batter Sabbineni Meghana has announced her retirement from all the forms of cricket on Friday. A solid top-order batter Meghana, born in Andhra Pradesh, represented Railways in the domestic circuit. She made her international debut in a WODI series against New Zealand in 2022. Meghana represented India in three ODIs and 17 T20Is. She was then part of the Indian team that won silver at the 2022 Commonwealth Games. However, she has since failed to break into the T20 setup and missed out on subsequent ICC events. Stepping onto the field for the very first time with a bat in hand to wear a jersey on world stage has been nothing short of a dream come true. As I announce my retirement from all formats of cricket as a player, my heart is overflowing with gratitude. The field has been my second home, teaching me resilience, humility, and giving me memories and friendships that I will carry for a lifetime, Meghana wrote in a social media post. To my family, who stood by me through every peak and valley, thank you for your endless sacrifices. To my coaches, teammates, support staff, thank you for pushing me to be my best and sharing the dressing room with me. And to the fans, your cheers under the floodlights fuelled every single stride I took, she wrote. Meghana was signed by the Gujarat Giants in the inaugural edition of the WPL and moved to Royal Challengers Bangalore in 2024. She was part of the RCB squad that lifted the trophy in 2024. I would like to extend my sincere gratitude to the BCCI, the Andhra Cricket Association, Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Gujarat Giants, and RSPB for their constant support, guidance, and backing throughout my career. Thank you for giving me the platform and opportunities to pursue my passion at the highest level, Meghana added. Meghana was signed by the Gujarat Giants in the inaugural edition of the WPL and moved to Royal Challengers Bangalore in 2024. She was part of the RCB squad that lifted the trophy in 2024. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
ED raids 13 places across Delhi-NCR, Bengaluru, Chandigarh in fraudulent NRI housing loan case
The entities covered in the search operation are Antriksh Promoters and Developers Pvt Ltd and Sunshine Infrawell Pvt Ltd, the officials said.
Karnataka MLC polls: Voting underway for four seats amid tight security
Bengaluru Voting is underway for four seats in the Karnataka Legislative Council, with elections being held for two graduates constituencies The post Karnataka MLC polls: Voting underway for four seats amid tight security appeared first on Bilkul Online .
Shivakumar takes Mekedatu, Sharavathi project proposals to Delhi
Bengaluru: Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar on Thursday, October 22, met Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav in New Delhi and requested the Centre to expedite the examination of Karnatakas proposals for the Mekedatu project and the Sharavathi pumped storage project. The Chief Ministers Delhi visit followed the conclusion of the Mysuru Dasara celebrations. He met Union 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 .
Gold and silver prices witnessed a sharp decline on October 23, ahead of Diwali, with silver hitting a seven-month low and gold falling to a two-month low amid rising crude oil prices, inflation concerns and expectations of higher US interest rates.
HC relief for fertiliser dealer over sealed substandard products
Bengaluru: In a significant ruling concerning the prosecution of fertiliser dealers, the Karnataka High Court has held that a seller cannot be held criminally liable solely because fertiliser supplied in sealed packages is found to be below prescribed quality standards. The Dharwad Bench, presided over by Justice T. Venkatesh Naik, quashed criminal proceedings against Bagalkot-based 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 13 locations in Delhi-NCR, Bengaluru and Chandigarh in NRI housing loan fraud case
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Poland PM Donald Tusk arrives in Bengaluru
Prime Minister of Poland Donald Tusk and his delegation arrived in Bengaluru on Thursday night to participate in various programmes. Tusk arrived at Kempegowda International Airport at night. He received a warm welcome with a bouquet from Krishna Byre Gowda, the Greater Bengaluru Development and Parliamentary Affairs Minister, on behalf of the Karnataka Government. Chief Secretary to Government Shalini Rajneesh, Secretary of Department of Personnel and Administrative Reforms (DPAR) KG Jagadish, Bengaluru City Police Commissioner Seemant Kumar Singh and other senior officials were present on the occasion. The arrival in Bengaluru follows constructive deliberations between PM Modi and PM Tusk earlier in the day, where both leaders agreed to deepen strategic cooperation, expand bilateral trade, and build robust digital and entrepreneurial linkages between the two nations through the proposed StartUp Bridge. Held excellent talks with Prime Minister Donald Tusk of Poland. We reviewed the p...
Asian Para Games: Haney, Sandeep set world records to win gold medals in para athletics
Digital Desk | Nagoya, Oct 23 (IANS) India's Haney and Sandeep won the gold medals with world record shows in the men's javelin throw F37/38 and men's 400m T64, respectively, at the Asian Para Games here on Friday. Haney clinched the gold medal with a throw of 60.49 m, setting a new world record in the T37 category and scoring 1,116 Raza points. Iran's Hormoz Seidikazpounji bagged silver with a personal best of 50.68m (1009 points) and China's Yu Chengjie claimed bronze with an Asian record 53.66m (943 points). Haney, who has been living with spasticity and weakness on the left side of his body since childhood, has also won a gold medal at the 2022 Asian Para Games, held in 2023, setting an Asian record in javelin throw. Debutant Sandeep clinched the gold medal in Mens 400m T64 with a timing of 52.28s, setting a new world record in the T44 category. Saudi Arabia's Nour Alsana won silver with the season's best timing of 53.13. In the same event, Ajay Kumar secured the bronze medal with a timing of 53.61s. Sandeep began his journey in para-athletics in 2020. His efforts soon paid off when he won his first medal at the Para National Games held in Bengaluru in 2021. He also won the bronze in 200m T44 at the World Para Athletics Championships, New Delhi 2025. He also has gold in 100m T44, which he won at the World Para Athletics Grand Prix 2026. Meanwhile, Nimisha Chakkungalparambil Suresh won a silver medal in the women's long jump T47 with the best jump of 5.37 m, scoring 818 Raza points. Nimisha made an impressive international debut at the Fazza World Para Athletics Grand Prix in Dubai in February 2021, winning the gold medal in the women's long jump F46/47 with a jump of 5.25 metres. She also represented India at the 2023 World Para Athletics Championships in Paris, gaining experience against a strong international field. Her most prominent achievement came at the fourth Asian Para Games in Hangzhou (officially the 2022 edition, held in October 2023). She won the gold medal in the women's long jump T47 event, contributing to India's historic medal-winning campaign.
Gold and silver prices extended their weekly losses as crude oil prices fueled inflation concerns and investors assessed the outlook for US interest rates.
Making friends in Bengaluru: Why the starting line is the new social hub
Finding friends in Bengaluru can be challenging. Through the Times Internet Half Marathon, explore community, friendship, and meet like-minded people and share experiences. Discover how a simple run can spark conversations, build connections and turn strangers into a community.
Karnataka SIR: Teaching on the back burner
Children in government and aided schools across Karnataka have not seen several of their teachers for months, for most of them have been assigned as Booth Level Officers for the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls. Students tell Rishita Khanna that what initially seemed like fun with many free hours, is now making them anxious...
Two men returning from Mysuru Dasara die as bike hits electric pole
21-year-old arrested for murdering wife, dumping body in stormwater drain in Bengaluru
Pocso case: Process must not traumatise child survivor, says HC
CRMIT Introduces Agentic Assurance Model to Help Enterprises Build Trust in AI Agents
Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], October 22: CRMIT Solutions, a Decision Intelligence and Agentic AI company, today announced the launch of its Agentic Assurance Model, a proprietary five-layer framework designed to help enterprises assess whether AI agents are ready to operate reliably across real-world business processes.
This weekend, Bengaluru stages stories of belonging and memory
SIR: Every voter to have polling station within 2 km of home
Field-level study to check Arkavathi pollution
Approval for Pink Lines elevated stretch in 5 days: Min
Sim boxes linked to online frauds seized from two Whitefield apartments
Bengaluru techie gets Rs 61 lakh repair estimate for Mercedes-Benz after crash
An Amazon software engineer in Bengaluru has shared how a highway crash during heavy rain led to a Rs 61 lakh repair estimate for his Mercedes-Benz, nearly matching the cars original cost. Adam Rizk said the vehicle crossed a divider and landed in the opposite lane, although he escaped without major injuries. He later said the car was considered a total loss and that insurance would provide a cash payout rather than cover the repairs.
Children in government and aided schools across Karnataka have not seen several of their teachers for months, for most of them have been assigned as Booth Level Officers for the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls. Students tell Rishita Khanna that what initially seemed like fun with many free hours, is now making them anxious...
Karnataka hospitals to display medicine prices, treatment rates
Bengaluru: Private hospitals in Karnataka will have to display the prices of scheduled medicines and treatment charges for public scrutiny, as the state government moves to improve transparency and curb alleged overcharging in healthcare facilities. Health Minister UT Khader conveyed the decision during a meeting with representatives of the Private Hospitals and Nursing Homes Association 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 .
Coastal dists report 954 snakebites in 9 months
From brooms to cane, farmers show protest still has bite
Painter dies after fall from building in Bengaluru; father alleges safety lapses
Camp for defence pensioners on Nov 4-5 in Bengaluru
Two youngsters die as bike rams pole on Mysuru road
Alisu Kanda: Karnataka renews push to help kids with hearing loss
Road closed, no work in sight: Bengalurus Jayanagar residents protest
Two more on police radar in suspected IED blast in Bengaluru
Karnataka CM meets Union Min Bhupender Yadav, seeks NBWL nod for Sharavathi, Mekedatu projects
Karnataka CM meets Union Min Bhupender Yadav, seeks NBWL nod for Sharavathi, Mekedatu projects New Delhi/Bengaluru: Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar on Thursday urged Union Environment, Forest, and Climate Change Minister Bhupender Yadav to expedite approval from the Standing Committee of the National Board for Wildlife (NBWL) for the Sharavathi Pumped Storage Project and the [] The post Karnataka CM meets Union Min Bhupender Yadav, seeks NBWL nod for Sharavathi, Mekedatu projects appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Southern States police chiefs to meet in Hyderabad on October 23 to tackle inter-State crime
Bengaluru SIM Box Network Busted, Four Arrested
The Karnataka Cyber Command Unit has busted an illegal SIM box network operating from two apartments in Bengaluru's Whitefield division, leading to four arrests. The network is suspected of facilitating digital-arrest scams, sextortion, and other financial cyber frauds across India, with potential financial exposure running into hundreds of crores of rupees. Investigations are ongoing to establish the full extent of the network and its links to the e-SIM supply chain.
STRRs 21-km stretch from Hoskote to TN border likely to open partially by Dec
The announcements came as the Minister reviewed the progress of Metro construction and directed officials to accelerate work on the delayed Blue Line corridor connecting KR Puram with Hebbal and Kempegowda International Airport
Anti-SIR groups to organise Tiranga March at Townhall
Animal activists urge CM to act against North Corporation officials over dog removals
Nepalese cook critical after fake cops stab him in Bengaluru
Mob mistakes fruit vendor for phone thief in Bengaluru, assaults him
Renuka Ruled Out Of ODIs Against Zimbabwe; Jintimani Named As Her Replacement
BCCI Secretary Devajit Saikia: India pacer Renuka Singh Thakur has been ruled out of the upcoming three-match ODI series against Zimbabwe, with the selectors drafting in seam-bowling all-rounder Jintimani Kalita as her replacement. Renuka was a part of India's squad that won the ODI World Cup last year at home. But Renuka didnt get to play in Indias Asia Cup triumph in Dubai and the Asian Games gold medal win in Japan, despite being a part of the squad. The BCCI said Renuka, who last played an ODI game against Australia in Hobart earlier this year, was still working on building up the bowling volume of sending down ten overs, which is needed for playing the 50-over format, at its Centre of Excellence (CoE) in Bengaluru, and would not be available for the series. She is still building up the bowling volume required for the 50-over format at the BCCI Centre of Excellence. Jintimani, who was part of the just-concluded T20I series in Raipur, has travelled with the team to Baroda, where the ODI series will be played from tomorrow, said BCCI Secretary Devajit Saikia in a statement on Thursday. Jintimani, who was retained by Gujarat Giants ahead of the 2027 Womens Premier League (WPL), will join the Indian ODI fast bowling group featuring Kranti Gaud, Nandni Sharma and Sayali Satghare. The spin department wears a strong look, with vice-captain Deepti Sharma, Sree Charani and Vaishnavi Sharma among the options available to the Indian team management. The series will also mark the first ODI series India will play since Smriti Mandhanas appointment as the sides new all-format skipper. Zimbabwe will face a formidable challenge against the reigning ODI world champions at the BCA Stadium in Vadodara. All three matches will begin at 2 pm IST, with the first ODI on Friday, the second match on Sunday and the final game on Wednesday. The spin department wears a strong look, with vice-captain Deepti Sharma, Sree Charani and Vaishnavi Sharma among the options available to the Indian team management. The series will also mark the first ODI series India will play since Smriti Mandhanas appointment as the sides new all-format skipper. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
FIR against woman over social media video targeting Karnataka government and Chief Minister
After Shivamogga Dasara incident, PETA India offers mechanical elephants to Karnataka
Actor Ramya calls out loud music, firecrackers at 3 am in Bengaluru
Mysuru Railway Division ramps up services, security for Dasara rush
Five pairs of additional trains were operated to cater to increased demand on key routes, including Bengaluru, Arsikere, Chamarajanagar and the DavangereHospet section.
Special drive clears backlog in birth, death cert issuance
Majestic houses the Kempegowda Bus Station, the Krantiveera Sangolli Rayanna railway station and the Kempegowda Metro Station, all located within a short distance of one another. The hub handles lakhs of passengers every day, making it Bengalurus busiest transport center
These net additions will be reflected in the final electoral rolls, scheduled to be published on October 27 in the State
These net additions will be reflected in the final electoral rolls, scheduled to be published on October 27 in the State
Three detained for hanging dog from tree, beating it to death
Akasa Air launches daily Bengaluru-Udaipur flights
Akasa Air launches daily Bengaluru-Udaipur flights
Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], October 22: Bengaluru-based student community platform Campus Binge is entering Indias education technology sector with an AI-powered Career Intelligence platform designed to help students navigate the transition
Bengaluru Man Kills Wife Over Suspicion, Dumps Body
A man in Bengaluru has been arrested for allegedly murdering his 25-year-old wife, Ruksana, over suspicion of an illicit relationship and then dumping her body in a stormwater drain. The decomposed body was found on October 13, and the husband, Mohammed Irfaz, confessed to the crime after initial denials.
Kannada activists warn of agitation over metro link to Attibele
Bengaluru: The proposed extension of Namma Metro from Bommasandra to Attibele has triggered opposition from Kannada activists, with Vatal Nagaraj and Karnataka Rakshana Vedike leader Praveen Shetty demanding that the state government withdraw the plan. The government has reportedly instructed Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL) to prepare a Detailed Project Report for the proposed 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 .
According to the 16-year-old survivors statement, she was taken from Andhra Pradesh to Bengaluru and then to Chennai before being brought to Keralam
Mysuru Dasara: Police stop Dalit ministers from performing pooja
Bengaluru: Three ministers from the Dalit community were allegedly stopped by police from participating in the festivities at the Mysuru Dasara celebrations. The incident took place near the Kote Anjaneya Swamy temple on October 21, during the Jamboo Savari procession. Kannada and Culture Minister Shivaraj Tangadgi, Agriculture Minister PM Narendra Swamy and Muzrai Minister KS Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Bengaluru horror: Man kills wife, steals motorcycle to dump body in drain Do
Mohammad Irfaj, a 22-year-old migrant labourer from Bihar, allegedly murdered his 25-year-old wife Ruksana over infidelity suspicions. The couples relationship had deteriorated, leading to frequent quarrels about her phone conversations. On October 10, Irfaj killed Ruksana with a stone and concealed her body in a stormwater drain. Police discovered her body three days later and identified her after public inquiries.
