21-year-old woman found dead in lodge at Doddaballapur, police suspect husband
The deceased had checked into the lodge in Bengaluru Rural district with her husband on September 15
Peak XV Partners sells 1.46$ stake in Groww for 1,756 cr in block deal
Peak XV Partners has sold a 1.46 per cent stake in Groww's parent company Billionbrains Garage Ventures for Rs 1,756 crore, trimming its holding in the stockbroker through a bulk deal on the NSE. Peak XV Partners Investments VI-1, an affiliate of the venture capital firm, offloaded 9,17,14,208 shares, representing a 1.46 per cent stake in the Bengaluru-based trading platform. The transaction was executed on Wednesday at an average price of Rs 191.49 apiece, taking the aggregate value to Rs 1,756.23 crore. The sale brought down Peak XV Partners' stake in Billionbrains Garage Ventures to 14.22 per cent from 15.68 per cent. The venture capital firm and its affiliates, however, continue to be the largest public shareholder in Groww. The buyers of Groww's shares could not be identified from the NSE data. On Thursday, shares of Billionbrains Garage Ventures rose marginally to trade at Rs 190.14 apiece on the National Stock Exchange (NSE). The latest transaction adds to a series of stak
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman became emotional at an event in Bengaluru. The program honored the 110th birth anniversary of Carnatic vocalist M.S. Subbulakshmi. Subbulakshmi's great-granddaughters performed some of her renowned compositions during the celebration. The minister reflected on Subbulakshmi's dedication and her significant musical legacy. M.S. Subbulakshmi received the Bharat Ratna and performed at the United Nations.
Umar Khalid remarks: Congress always supported forces against country, interests, alleges BJP
Digital Desk | Hubballi (Karnataka), Sep 17 (IANS) Former Karnataka Chief Minister and Bharatiya Janata Party MP Basavaraj Bommai alleged that the Congress has consistently supported and encouraged forces that are against the country and its interests. Reacting in Hubballi to recent remarks by Karnataka Pradesh Congress Committee (KPCC) president B.K. Hariprasad in support of jailed activist Umar Khalid, Bommai on Wednesday alleged that the Congress was engaging in vote-bank politics by supporting those whom he described as anti-national. Bommai also alleged that the Congress had earlier attempted to portray the Mumbai terror attacks as saffron terror and had taken positions favouring Pakistan, which, he claimed, were detrimental to the country's interests. Referring to Hariprasad's remarks on Umar Khalid, Bommai alleged that supporting a person who is in jail amounted to supporting anti-national elements. Umar Khalid himself says that he is not a nationalist or a nationalistic person. He has carried out anti-India activities and is now in jail. By supporting such people, Congress is engaging in vote-bank politics, Bommai alleged. He further alleged that the Congress of the present day was different from the party that led the freedom movement, describing it as fake Congress and alleging that its leaders lacked concern for the country's interests and culture. Bommai alleged that Congress leaders were joining hands with foreign forces and elements opposed to the country, and said Hariprasad's statement had once again established this. He accused Congress leaders of showing their true colours by standing in support of those he described as anti-national and termed it shameful and condemnable. Bommai also demanded strict legal action against those who support anti-national forces. The Congress in Karnataka on Tuesday described jailed activist Umar Khalid as a nationalist and referred to his detractors as those with no morals and ethics, jumping right into the centre of a raging debate within the larger student community. Umar Khalid is a nationalist, and ABVP (Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarathi Parishad) has no right to speak on Umar Khalid because ABVP adores Nathuram Godsewho was an anti-national and the first terrorist of the country. They have no moral right or moral ethics to speak on Umar Khalid, Hariprasad told reporters on Tuesday in Bengaluru.
Bengaluru cops file FIR, expedite probe into married womans kidnapping by Rajasthan gang
Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Sep 17 (IANS) The Magadi Road Police on Thursday registered an FIR in connection with the alleged kidnapping of a 21-year-old woman from Agrahara Dasarahalli in Bengaluru by some people from Rajasthan and a subsequent series of road accidents involving the vehicle used by the accused. The case has been registered under Sections 137, 61 and 110 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS). According to the police, Pooja, daughter of Gunaramu and a resident of Melwas village in Rajasthan, had married Om Prakash, 23, son of Shesh Ram, in a love marriage around eight to nine months ago against the wishes of their families. The couple subsequently moved to Bengaluru and had been residing in the Agrahara Dasarahalli locality. Unable to accept the marriage, Pooja's family allegedly sent four persons to Bengaluru to bring her back. The accused allegedly abducted Pooja from her residence and fled in a Hyundai Venue car. After the incident, local residents reportedly chased the vehicle. In an attempt to escape, the accused allegedly drove the car recklessly at around 8 p.m. on Wednesday, hitting more than 35 cars and over 100 two-wheelers during the chase. The chase continued for around nine kilometres before members of the public managed to intercept the vehicle at 4th Cross Road in Vijayanagar Hoshalli. The enraged public allegedly pelted the vehicle with stones, damaging it, and dragged three persons out of the car before assaulting them. They were subsequently handed over to the Vijayanagar police. Six people were injured in the series of accidents. They have been identified as Prithviraj, 12, Yashika, 9, Amul, 35, Mani, 64, Jayalakshmi, 57, and Santosh, 33. Jayalakshmi sustained a head injury and is undergoing treatment in the ICU, while the other injured people are also receiving treatment. The arrested accused have been identified as Rakesh, 31, Karan, 35, and Ayan, 18, all from Rajasthan. Saddam, who was allegedly driving the vehicle, managed to escape and police are conducting a search to trace him. The vehicle used in the alleged kidnapping and the three arrested accused are currently in police custody. During questioning, police reportedly found that Pooja's paternal aunt had allegedly hired the accused to kidnap her. Preliminary investigation has revealed that the aunt had remained in contact with Pooja after her marriage and had allegedly obtained her address recently. Police are continuing their investigation to ascertain the circumstances surrounding the alleged kidnapping and the role of others in the incident.
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Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman became emotional in Bengaluru on Wednesday, September 16, while listening to a song by legendary Carnatic singer MS Subbulakshmi. A video shows Sitharaman tearing up as Subbulakshmi's song played at...
Karnataka to launch two-year anti-anaemia campaign in Kalyan Karnataka
Digital Desk | Kalaburagi (Karnataka), Sep 17 (IANS) The Karnataka government will launch a special two-year campaign to combat anaemia in the Kalyan Karnataka region, with a focus on screening, prevention and treatment, particularly among pregnant women, adolescents and lactating mothers, Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar announced at the Kalyan Karnataka Utsav held in Kalaburagi on Thursday. The campaign is among a slew of new measures announced by Shivakumar during the Kalyan Karnataka Liberation Day celebrations in Kalaburagi, covering healthcare, industry, agriculture, infrastructure, technology, tourism and sports. The government will undertake screening, prevention and treatment programmes over the next two years to reduce the prevalence of anaemia in the region. Special attention will be given to pregnant women, adolescents and lactating mothers. As part of its plans to accelerate industrial growth and investment, the government will establish the Kalyan Karnataka Economy Mission (KKEM) as a Section 8 company. The mission will seek to attract large-scale investments and create new economic opportunities in the region. A Bio Economy Mission will also be established to increase farmers' incomes through processing and value addition of agricultural produce. The initiative will focus on major regional products, including tur dal, Kamalapur bananas, raisins and millets. For Kalaburagi city, the government announced the construction of a flyover on the Sedam Road Ring Road to ease traffic movement. A new peripheral ring road is also being planned, with the Detailed Project Report (DPR) under preparation. A new lake and recreational park will be developed at a cost of Rs 30 crore as a major green and public leisure space for the city. The government will develop 50,000 housing sites for site-less families in Kalaburagi district as part of its commitment to inclusive development. Shivakumar also announced plans to develop an IT Park on 30 acres in Kalaburagi to expand the growth of the IT and innovation sectors beyond Bengaluru. Alongside this, KRIYA Kalaburagi Research, Innovation and Youth Accelerator will be established to promote innovation, start-ups and young entrepreneurs. An AI-based CCTV network will be installed in Kalaburagi city and taluk headquarters to strengthen public safety, crime prevention and traffic management. The network will also be used to monitor civic services, including waste management. The government will develop a pilgrimage and heritage circuit connecting Kalaburagi Fort, Sharanabasaveshwara Temple, Khwaja Bande Nawaz Dargah, Buddha Vihara, Malkhed, Sannati and Ganagapur. Heritage sites at Malkhed, Nagavi, Kalagi and Sannati are also being redeveloped through Kalyan Karnataka Regional Development Board funds. Ganagapur will be developed in the first phase at a cost of Rs 50 crore. A Vachana Mantapa will also be established in Kalaburagi to take the teachings of Basavanna and the vachana tradition to the younger generation. The chief minister said the Chandrashekhar Patil Stadium would be comprehensively redeveloped with modern sports infrastructure over the next two years. The government would also enter into an agreement with the Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA) to develop cricket facilities benefiting the entire Kalyan Karnataka region. A Sports City will be established at Hadgil Haruti village in Kalaburagi taluk to promote sporting excellence, with international-standard indoor and outdoor facilities for various sports. The government will also undertake the Koti Vruksha Abhiyan across Kalyan Karnataka over the next two years, with the objective of planting and nurturing one crore saplings to increase green cover and strengthen the region's resilience to climate change. Shivakumar said the government was committed to the overall development of Kalyan Karnataka and stressed that development should extend beyond infrastructure to improving the quality of life of the people. Kalyan Karnataka is our priority, he said, adding that the region was the Shakti Peetha of Karnataka while Bengaluru was the crown of the state.
Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Sep 17 (IANS) A 26-year-old nurse was allegedly attacked with acid and subsequently assaulted with a machete by her husband in full public view near Narayana Clinic in J.P. Nagar Third Phase on Thursday morning. The victim, identified as Madhumita, is currently undergoing treatment at an ICU facility in a private hospital and her condition is reported to be critical. The incident occurred around 9.15 a.m. when Madhumita, who had been working as a nurse at the clinic for around one-and-a-half years, stepped out to have breakfast. According to the police, her husband Venkatesh had arrived on a motorcycle and was waiting for his estranged wife near the clinic. The couple had reportedly been living separately for around a year and were not in contact with each other. Venkatesh allegedly chased Madhumita when she came out of the clinic. She ran towards the cellar parking area of the clinic, where the accused allegedly caught hold of her and threw acid on her. He then allegedly grabbed her by the hair and attacked her repeatedly with a machete. The assault reportedly took place in full public view. Several people raised an alarm and attempted to intervene, but the accused allegedly waved the machete at those who tried to approach him. Some members of the public reportedly attempted to rescue Madhumita by pelting stones at the accused, but were unable to overpower him. Police have obtained video recordings of the assault that were made by members of the public. The footage is expected to form part of the investigation into the incident. The accused was eventually overpowered and taken into custody after a traffic police officer arrived at the spot. Madhumita, who hails from Kolkata in West Bengal, sustained serious injuries in the attack and was shifted to a private hospital for treatment. The J.P. Nagar Police are investigating the circumstances that led to the attack and the reason behind Venkatesh allegedly carrying out the acid attack and subsequent machete assault on his wife. Further investigation is underway in the shocking case.
Nirmala Sitharaman moved by M S Subbulakshmi
Bengaluru: Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman was visibly moved while attending a special musical programme organised in Bengaluru on Wednesday, September 16, to commemorate the 110th birth anniversary of legendary Carnatic vocalist and Bharat Ratna M.S. Subbulakshmi. The emotional moment came as Subbulakshmis great-granddaughters, S. Aishwarya and S. Soundarya, presented a musical recital during the Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Semicon India 2.0: Infineon CEO calls India key semiconductor market, expands workforce by 28%
Highlighting the vital role of India in the global market, Infineon Technologies CEO Jochen Hanebeck remarked on the exciting advancements within the country's chip ecosystem propelled by robust economic growth. Infineon is increasingly confident in its Indian ventures, marked by campus development in Bengaluru and an expanded workforce, alongside active partnerships aimed at cultivating the engineering talent of tomorrow.
Ranka Group: Building a legacy of premium housing in Bengaluru
Rajasthan Family Allegedly Kidnaps Daughter In Bengaluru After Love Marriage, SUV Crashes
A 21-year-old woman was allegedly kidnapped in Bengaluru by four men reportedly sent by her family after she married a 23-year-old man against their wishes. The accused allegedly fled with her in an SUV, which collided with several vehicles during reckless driving, injuring six people. Three accused have been arrested, while the alleged driver remains on the run. Police have seized the vehicle and are investigating the case.
Dhakshineswar Suresh reflects on growth and India's Davis Cup quest against South Korea
Coming off a career-defining performance against the Netherlands in Bengaluru, where he became the first Indian tennis player since Leander Paes in 2004 to win three matches in a single Davis Cup tie, 6-foot-6 powerhouse...
Yaanendriya is building the sensors that help robots know where they are
Bengaluru deeptech startup Yaanendriya builds inertial sensors and navigation systems for drones, defence, and robots, raising Rs 15 crore in seed funding.
Nirmala Sitharaman gets emotional remembering MS Subbulakshmi in Bengaluru
Nirmala Sitharaman gets emotional remembering MS Subbulakshmi in Bengaluru
Munavar Zama, the film's director, shares his passion for 90s romantic comedies, discusses the challenges of contemporary dating, and explains why Bengaluru plays a vibrant role, akin to the main characters, in Chasing Rahul, which will premiere in the city on September 18.
Gold and silver prices remained volatile on September 17 after the US Federal Reserve raised interest rates by 25 basis points, with global bullion prices recovering after the previous sessions fall. Check the latest gold and silver rates in Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Kolkata, Hyderabad and Chennai.
Beyond GCC: How Woodside Is Building Its Bengaluru Global Hub
Woodside Energy is building its Bengaluru centre as more than a conventional GCC, bringing together technology, digital, finance and operations capabilities while using AI with a strong focus on business outcomes, cybersecurity and human oversight.
Bengaluru founder shares friends ordeal; layoff email upends life plans
Climate change made deadly Nepal glacier and rock collapse more likely, according to analysis
BENGALURU, India, September 17, 2026 (AP) Human-caused global warming thinned glaciers and thawed mountain permafrost, likely helping to destabilize the Himalayan slope that collapsed last month and unleashed catastrophic flooding across Nepal, according to a report released Thursday. The report by the World Weather Attribution cautioned that climate change was not the sole cause of the Aug. 26 disaster. A large 2015 Nepal earthquake may have weakened the rock years before the collapse, their analysis found. This disaster was not an extreme weather event, but the fingerprints of climate change are still clear to see in long-term changes, said
UPI charge plan draws flak from Bengaluru businesses
Bengaluru police to seek legal opinion on complaint against Hariprasad
18-year-old dies of electrocution during Ganesha immersion in Karnataka
After screening put off, NLSIU students read Umar Khalid letter
From glass floors to cafes, Rs 600-crore Bengaluru skydeck may offer views and thrills
Locals attack family over alleged kidnap in Bengaluru, 6 injured
No fixing, just listening: Bengalurus sharing circles make room for difficult conversations
Theatre always renews my energy: Rajesh Nataranga on returning to stage after 20 years
Newlywed couple dies in hit-and-run crash
SIR notice delay? You can seek corrections till Oct 22
Fake bank verification call: Man loses Rs 81k to credit card fraud
Post-rain woes: Smart City revamp may have worsened waterlogging, say traders
Approver route opens in Renukaswamy murder case
Sweeper plan stuck as Bengaluru battles waterlogging
Trash trouble in Bengaluru: PVR INOX fined Rs 75,000, Forum South Mall Rs 50,839
Ajmer mayor poll: Cong says it moved 42 corporators to Bengaluru amid pressure claims
Family's bid to abduct woman in Bengaluru over love marriage takes drastic turn, chaos ensues
Six people were injured in Bengaluru's West Division after a car carrying four youths who had allegedly abducted a woman from her home collided with several other vehicles. One of the injured, a 57-year-old woman, suffered a head injury and has been admitted to the ICU.
Bengalurus infrastructure woes strike a musical chord
The song demands a basic for a city that the Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar says is being viewed internationally: a road that can simply be driven on.
Fake drug racket kingpin in 7-day Bengaluru police custody
Karnataka advocate gets 1-day jail for shouting at judge
Andhra Pradesh: Bengaluru-Based Villagers Bid 51 Lakh For Vinayaka Chavithi Rights
Both successful bidders are engaged in business in Karnataka but hail from Ayyalavaripalli: Reports
Chicken & booze trail leads cops to rowdy-sheeter hiding in jungle
Namma Metro: Pink Line may miss September deadline as approvals remain pending
Bengaluru: Tree park inaugurated in Panathur
The park has been developed on a plot of land belonging to the Forest Department, which in total owns 145 acres in Panathur village, Varthur Hobli.
Bengaluru likelyto receive light rainfall for next three days: IMD
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) attributed this extreme weather condition as a local phenomenon as other parts of the State, including coastal and north-interior Karnataka, received no rainfall on Tuesday.
Actor Anant Nag selected for 2024 Dadasaheb Phalke Award
Bengaluru: Veteran actor Anant Nag has been selected for the prestigious Dadasaheb Phalke Award for 2024 in recognition of his outstanding contribution to Indian cinema and his distinguished career spanning several decades. With this honour, Anant Nag becomes the second Kannada actor to receive the countrys highest recognition for cinematic contribution, after the late Dr 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 .
Renesas crosses 1,000 employees in India, expands footprint with Pune office
The company has offices in Hyderabad, Bengaluru, and Noida, with a Pune office opening later this year, says Malini Narayanamoorthi, President of Renesas Electronics India
BMTC launches Vajra Vistara services between Bengaluru and Kunigal
Central leaders to hold meeting to guide new district presidents: Karnataka CM Shivakumar
Central leaders to hold meeting to guide new district presidents: Karnataka CM Shivakumar Bengaluru: Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar on Wednesday said that senior Congress leaders would hold a meeting to provide guidance to the newly appointed district presidents of the party. New district presidents have been appointed and the high command leaders have called [] The post Central leaders to hold meeting to guide new district presidents: Karnataka CM Shivakumar appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Rowdy sheets on the decline in Karnataka
However, after a steep decline from 2023 to 2024, the number of rowdy sheets in Bengaluru city saw a steady rise in 2025 and 2026
The 8th Central Pay Commission will visit Bengaluru on October 7-8, meeting with employee unions and pensioner associations to discuss various demands. Chaired by Justice Ranjana Prakash Desai, it aims to release final recommendations by May 2027.
Karnataka State Pollution Control Board bats for carpooling to curb vehicular emissions in Bengaluru
The KSPCB said that their Source Apportionment Study conducted for Bengaluru under the National Clean Air Programme found that vehicular emissions contributed nearly 40% of the overall Particulate Matter (PM) 2.5 load, making them the single largest contributor to PM2.5 pollution.
Bengaluru womans mysterious death in Sakleshpur sparks familys police complaint
Bengaluru womans mysterious death in Sakleshpur sparks familys police complaint
Guyanese passenger found unconscious at Bengaluru airport hotel, declared dead at hospital
The deceased was identified as Racquel Olivia Chandni Seecharran, a Guyanese national. She was scheduled to travel to Mangaluru by an IndiGo flight at 2.35 p.m. on Wednesday
Guyanese passenger found unconscious at Bengaluru airport hotel, declared dead at hospital
The deceased was identified as Racquel Olivia Chandni Seecharran, a Guyanese national. She was scheduled to travel to Mangaluru by an IndiGo flight at 2.35 p.m. on Wednesday
Puja scam: Astrologer on run after allegedly duping woman of 329g gold
The case was registered on September 7 under Section 318(4) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), 2023, which deals with cheating and dishonestly induces a person to hand over property or valuable security.
Bengalurus Goethe Institut hosts six German artists as part of residency program
We look at what six artists-in-residence from Germany hope to create during their time in Bengaluru
Joshi Leads Nava Raipur Open After Bogey-Free Round
Khalin Joshi has extended his lead to two shots at the inaugural Rs 1 crore Nava Raipur Open after a bogey-free four-under 30 in the second round. The Bengaluru golfer now stands at nine-under 59, showcasing consistent ball-striking despite challenging weather conditions that shortened rounds to nine holes.
Veena Murthy Vijay on receiving the SNA Award and celebrating 50 years of her dance school
Sri Rajarajeshwari Kala Niketan, helmed by dance exponent Veena Murthy Vijay, celebrates 50 years with the Samanvay Arts Festival
11,346 seized vehicles clogging Bengaluru police stations to be shifted
The accumulation of vehicles has not only created a shortage of space at police stations but has also resulted in vehicles spilling onto roads and footpaths
LPG geyser, no ventilation: Bengaluru woman dies under suspicious circumstances at Hassan lodge
Prison authorities found that Pradosh had allegedly registered his wifes mobile number under another inmates name by falsely showing it as the number of a lawyer named Santosh.
Police complaint filed after KPCC chief defends Umar Khalid
Bengaluru: A police complaint has been filed against Karnataka Pradesh Congress Committee (KPCC) president BK Hariprasad following his remarks describing Umar Khalid as a nationalist during the ongoing controversy over a documentary on the jailed activist at the National Law School of India University (NLSIU). Hindu activist Tejas Gowda submitted the complaint at the Vidhana 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 .
WPL 2027 To Begin On January 14, Auction On October 28 In Kochi
WPL Player Auction: The fifth edition of the Womens Premier League (WPL) will be played from January 14 to February 7, 2027, with the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) announcing the key dates for the upcoming season on Wednesday. The first major deadline on the road to the new campaign will be the player retention deadline on September 28, giving the five franchises an opportunity to decide which members of their existing squads they want to retain. The next stage of squad-building will take place at the WPL Player Auction on October 28. The auction will be held at the Grand Hyatt Kochi, where franchises will seek to fill gaps and finalise their combinations for the fifth season. The 2027 tournament will follow the 2026 edition, in which Royal Challengers Bengaluru claimed their second WPL title by defeating Delhi Capitals in the final. The league continues to feature five franchises, RCB, DC, Mumbai Indians, Gujarat Giants and UP Warriorz, and provides a platform for both established international players and emerging Indian talent. The retention window will be particularly significant as franchises assess their squads ahead of the auction. With the five teams required to build balanced combinations across batting, bowling and all-round options, decisions made in September will shape their approach in Kochi a month later. The 2027 tournament will follow the 2026 edition, in which Royal Challengers Bengaluru claimed their second WPL title by defeating Delhi Capitals in the final. The league continues to feature five franchises, RCB, DC, Mumbai Indians, Gujarat Giants and UP Warriorz, and provides a platform for both established international players and emerging Indian talent. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories With the dates now confirmed, the immediate focus shifts to the franchises and their retention plans. Once those decisions are made by September 28, attention will turn to Kochi, where the October 28 auction will provide the next major step towards assembling the squads for the 2027 season. Article Source: IANS
IndusInd Bank expands HYROX India tie-up to Ahmedabad, Bengaluru and Noida
IndusInd Bank customers to get cashback offers and race-day benefits including priority check-in, dedicated access lanes and curated on-ground experiences at HYROX events
SIR: Karnataka govt directs officials to ensure no eligible voter is excluded from electoral rolls
Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Sep 16 (IANS) Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister and Revenue Minister, G. Parameshwara, on Wednesday directed officials to ensure that people who have shifted to other places for various reasons are not excluded from the electoral rolls during the Election Commission of India's Special Intensive Revision (SIR) process in the state. Chairing a revenue department progress review meeting with Deputy Commissioners from all districts through videoconference at Vidhana Soudha, Dy CM Parameshwara said mapping of 43.81 lakh voters across the state was yet to be completed. He said notices had been issued for correction of names and other electoral roll-related issues and directed officials to take steps to ensure that no eligible voter was left out of the electoral rolls. There should be no delay in issuing Permanent Resident Certificates (PRCs). Greater attention should be given to Form 6. There is a possibility that voters who have left their native places and have been residing elsewhere for several years may be excluded from the electoral rolls. This should not be neglected, he said Dy CM Parameshwara directed officials to record the necessary details of people who have shifted to other places as part of the SIR process. Dy CM Parameshwara also directed officials to speed up the registration process for Bharat Jodo Yuva Sanghas, describing it as a flagship initiative of Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar. The process of registering the Sanghas, appointing mentors and starting the organisations should be expedited. The process had been halted due to technical issues. Application forms should be distributed and filled out immediately, he said. He said the Bharat Jodo Yuva Sangha programme was being implemented for the first time in the country and would bring recognition to the government and officials. He directed officials to expedite the disposal of applications received under the Prajaseva Abhiyan, noting that a large number of applications were related to the Revenue Department. Applications concerning RTC corrections, pension-related issues and other revenue matters should be disposed of at the earliest, he said. He added that the procedures relating to RTC and phodi cases had been simplified. Officials were directed to seek guidance from senior officers and take further action wherever there were any difficulties. Dy CM Parameshwara also directed officials not to neglect the programme to provide housing sites to poor families. He said the scheme had received a positive response from the public and officials should take it seriously. In some districts, the identification of land had not yet been completed. The process of identifying land for developing sites should be completed by the end of this month. This should not be neglected. Senior officials will provide technical support, he said. Additional Chief Secretary of the Revenue Department R.K. Kataria, Disaster Management Department Secretary Manoj Kumar Meena, Revenue Commissioner Meena Nagaraj and Commissioner of the Department of Survey, Settlement and Land Records Venkataraj, among others, attended the meeting. It can be noted that the Election Commission of India's SIR draft rolls in Karnataka deleted over 1.07 crore names (about 19.5 per cent of total voters) under the 'Absent, Shifted, Duplicate, Dead, and Others' (ASDDO)' category, with an additional 43.80 lakh voters flagged to receive notices for discrepancies, triggering widespread public anxiety and political concern.
Guwahati, September 16: Filmmaker Rima Das acclaimed feature Village Rockstars 2 is set for a nationwide release on September 25, bringing the award-winning Assamese film to audiences in Mumbai, Delhi, Bengaluru, Chennai, Hyderabad and Pune. The announcement follows its earlier theatrical run in Assam and its screening at MAMI Independent. A continuation of Das 2017... The post Assam Filmmaker Rima Das Village Rockstars 2 to Release Nationwide on September 25 first appeared on Northeast Today .
Rahul Gandhi defamation case: Complainant gets final chance to argue, next hearing on Sept 21
Sultanpur (UP, Sep 16 (PTI) A court here on Wednesday gave the complainant in a defamation case against Congress leader Rahul Gandhi a final opportunity to present arguments, fixing September 21 for the next hearing with a warning against further delay. The case relates to alleged objectionable remarks made by Gandhi against the then Union Home Minister Amit Shah in Bengaluru in 2018. The hearing before the MP/MLA special court was deferred after Santosh Kumar Pandey, appearing for complainant and local BJP politician Vijay Mishra, sought more time to prepare his arguments, citing his engagement in a religious event. Gandhis
Instamart reported a rise in demand for eco-friendly Ganpati idols and mawa modaks during Ganesh Chaturthi on September 14. According to the company's data, eco-friendly clay idol orders increased 176% year-on-year, while mawa modaks rose 145%. Flowers peaked at 868 orders a minute at 7:42 am, while Bengaluru recorded the highest festive order volume.
Following an outcry from KITU, the Karnataka Labour Department has clarified that the safety conditions relating to women employees that were earlier provided under the Shops and Commercial Establishments Act have been incorporated under the Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions (OSH) Rules
Delhi To Varanasi In Under 4 Hours: India's High-Speed Rail Blueprint Takes Shape
Proposed high-speed rail corridors could significantly cut travel times across India, reducing the Delhi-Varanasi journey to 3 hours 50 minutes, Varanasi-Siliguri to 2 hours 55 minutes, Chennai-Bengaluru to 1 hour 13 minutes, and Mumbai-Pune to just 48 minutes.
Aadhaar in or out? Mixed messaging puzzles voters
The playbook identifies three priorities for stronger government-civil society partnerships: clear roles, working with existing public systems, and building trust
Fake food test certificates raise safety concerns in Karnataka
Bengaluru: Concerns have been raised over alleged irregularities in laboratory testing of packaged food products, with some private laboratories accused of issuing certificates without properly testing samples. The issue has prompted the Food Safety Department to step up scrutiny of branded food products available in the market. Food products are required to undergo laboratory testing 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 .
India placed better in economy despite global challenges, says FM Sitharaman
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said India is better placed economically despite global challenges, citing tax reforms aimed at reducing litigation and simplifying compliance. Speaking at ITRAFs Bengaluru conference, she urged industry and tax professionals to propose quantified, evidence-based reforms beyond demands for concessions, and called for independent research to strengthen public policy.
Surjewala accuses Centre of betrayal of citizens over proposed UPI transaction charges
Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Sep 16 (IANS) AICC General Secretary, Randeep Singh Surjewala, on Wednesday accused the Union government of imposing a financial burden on ordinary Indians by introducing transaction charges on UPI payments above Rs 2,000, claiming that the move would undermine the country's digital and cashless economy. In a statement, Surjewala said that September 14, 2026, would be remembered as a day of digital somersault and etrayal and surrender, following the government's notification paving the way for a 0.4 per cent transaction charge on UPI transactions above Rs 2,000 from October 15. Surjewala claimed that the government and the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) currently prescribe a 0.4 per cent charge for Person-to-Merchant (P2M) transactions and alleged that the government could increase the charge or extend it to other categories through a notification. He said UPI had been created as a publicly-funded payment infrastructure developed by Indian institutions and banks and was intended to support a digital, cashless and inclusive economy. According to Surjewala, changes to the Payment and Settlement Systems Act, 2007, have now enabled the NDA government to impose charges through notification. Surjewala alleged that the government quietly introduced the Taxation and Other Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2026, on August 4, seeking changes to Section 10A of the Payment and Settlement Systems Act. He claimed the amendment enabled the government to impose charges on UPI transactions without requiring a fresh parliamentary approval for each change. The legislation was passed by Parliament on August 10, he said. He further said that the Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led Union government notified the 0.4 per cent charge on transactions above Rs 2,000 on September 14. Citing figures from two PIB releases issued on April 30 and August 24, Surjewala said UPI transactions worth Rs 314 lakh crore were carried out through 24,162 crore transactions during 2025-26. He claimed the value could reach Rs 400 lakh crore during 2026-27. According to his calculations, transactions above Rs 2,000 account for around 63 per cent of the total value. If P2M transactions constitute five per cent of the total, Surjewala estimated that transactions above Rs 2,000 in this category could be worth around Rs 12.60 lakh crore in 2026-27. At a 0.4 per cent charge, he estimated an additional burden of Rs 5,040 crore. Surjewala argued that the cost would initially affect traders, shopkeepers and merchants but would eventually be passed on to consumers through higher prices. He also raised concerns over the possibility of expanding the charge to other UPI categories, including Person-to-Person (P2P) transactions, and increasing the rate in the future. Based on his projected 2026-27 UPI transaction value, he said a one per cent charge across all categories could generate Rs 2.53 lakh crore annually. Surjewala also linked the proposed charges to the role of foreign-owned digital payment companies. He claimed that PhonePe and Google Pay together process around 80 per cent of UPI transactions and alleged that the move could benefit these companies by allowing them to earn from transactions that were previously free. He further said that PhonePe, owned by Walmart, processes around 45 per cent of UPI transactions and claimed that the company could benefit from monetising UPI transactions. Surjewala also questioned why foreign companies benefiting from India's UPI infrastructure were not being subjected to an annual participation fee. He referred to Visa and Mastercard and claimed that the US had raised concerns over the impact of UPI and RuPay on their business in India. Surjewala questioned whether such concerns had influenced the Modi government's decision to permit transaction charges. On the financial position of NPCI, Surjewala claimed that the organisation had a pre-tax operating profit of Rs 1,900 crore and around Rs 6,119 crore in cash reserves. He also alleged that the government collected Rs 1,000 crore in taxes from NPCI last year. Rejecting the government's reported argument that free UPI transactions and security protocols require substantial annual funding, Surjewala said the estimated requirement of Rs 20,000 crore should be viewed against the Rs 2 lakh crore profit recorded by Public Sector Banks in 2025-26. He also cited an RBI transfer of Rs 2.86 lakh crore to the Union government for 2025-26 and a July 28 Rajya Sabha response, which he said showed that banks had collected Rs 57,259 crore through minimum-balance penalties, debit-card charges and account-maintenance fees. Surjewala demanded answers from the Union government over the proposed UPI charges and questioned the rationale behind changing the law and imposing transaction fees on users.
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When NLSIU LawSoc Used PM Modi, Savarkar, Hitler, Trump Photos As Dartboard Targets
The National Law School of India University (NLSIU) in Bengaluru has come under fire after a post from July 2025 went viral on social media. During an event, a Law Society (LawSoc) stall featured a dartboard with photographs of political figures, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Veer Savarkar, Hitler, POTUS Trump, among others. The stall [] The post When NLSIU LawSoc Used PM Modi, Savarkar, Hitler, Trump Photos As Dartboard Targets appeared first on The Commune .
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 16 (IANS) Condemning the recent remarks of Karnataka Congress President, B.K. Hariprasad, on imprisoned student activist Umar Khalid, Telangana BJP President N. Ramchander Rao on Wednesday said that it was unfortunate to call such an individual 'a nationalist.' Speaking to IANS, Rao said, The Karnataka government and Karnataka leaders who have given a certificate of being a nationalist to Umar Khalid is very unfortunate. We condemn such certificates being given to people who speak about dividing India, who speak about azaadi for Kashmir. Who speak about tukde-tukde karenge Bharat ke. And these above persons indulge in anti-national activities. Claiming that the Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP) is a nationalist force, Rao said that the only body which would oppose such remarks is the student organisation affiliaited to the RSS. The Karnataka government must apologise to the people for making such statements, not only to the people of Karnataka but to the entire country, he demanded. Rao further claimed, Because Umar Khalid is known for anti-national activities, such a person being branded as a nationalist is very unfortunate. Reportedly, the ABVP opposed the proposal to screen a documentary on student activist Umar Khalid at the National Law School of India University (NLSIU) in Bengaluru. The ABVP had previously sought to cancel the proposed screening of film-maker Lalit Vachanis documentary on imprisoned activist Umar Khalid, titled 'Prisoner No. 626710 is Present'. On Tuesday, B.K. Hariprasad called imprisoned activist Umar Khalid a ationalist and criticised the ABVP for opposing a proposed documentary screening of the student activist at the NLSIU in Bengaluru. He said that ABVP has no right to speak against Khalid because the organisation holds in high regard Nathuram Godse, who was the first terrorist in India. Umar Khalid is a nationalist. And ABVP has no right to speak about Umar Khalid because ABVP adores Nathuram Godse, who was anti-national; the first terrorist of the country. They have no moral right or moral ethics to speak about Umar Khalid, Hariprasad told reporters. suruchi/rad
Rice prices rise again in Bengaluru as poor rainfall hits supply
Bengaluru: Rice prices have increased again across Karnataka, with traders attributing the latest hike to inadequate rainfall, lower crop output and shortages of raw material. The latest increase is the third rise in three months, adding to the burden on consumers. According to wholesale traders, the price of ordinary rice has increased by around Rs 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 .
