Heavy Rain Causes Landslide On Mangaluru-Bengaluru Highway In Hassan; Disrupts Traffic
Heavy rain caused a landslide on Shiradighat road of NH 75 in Karnataka's Hassan, disrupting traffic. Vehicles are redirected via Bengaluru-Hassan-Beluru-Charmadi Ghat.
State team depart for 1st U 18 National Kabaddi Championship in Haridwar
Manipur State Kabaddi Association MSKA today flagged off a 13 member State boys' team for the 1st U 18 National Kabaddi Championship to be held from June 28 to July 1 at Shree Prem Nagar Ashram, Haridwar in Uttarakhand under the aegis of the Amateur Kabaddi Federation of India The team managed by Waikhom Ananda and coached by Th Bijoy Singh were flagged off from the Bir Tikendrajit International Airport for Haridwar this morning, said MSKA in a press release The association also extended best wishes to the State team to perform well at the inaugural championship for U 18 boys and girls Notably, the State boys team comprise Oinam Rishikanta of VETO, Mayengbam Debajit of KALIKA, Chingkham Abinash of SLYO, Soibam Rahul of SLYO, Thokchom Premchand of CYC A, Khullakpam Seikh Warish of ICDF, Md Soib Hassan of AMDASCAM, Khullakpam Abdul Latif of ICDF, Salam Santosh of VETO, Haobijam Rajesh of NAYA and Chanambam Joychand of YGC Source The Sangai Express
SEA vs SF Dream11 Prediction Match 16, MLC 2025
SEA vs SF , Match 16 Dream11 Prediction :The first half of the group stage in the ongoing Major League Cricket 2025 is about to come to an end. Match no. 16 will be played between Seattle Orcas and San Francisco Unicorns. This contest will be live at 5:30 AM on Thursday (June 26) at the Grand Prairie Stadium, Dallas. The Unicorns have been brilliant this season. After finishing the last season in the final, they have backed it up with another incredible performance so far. They have won five out of five games and are at the top. Meanwhile, Seattle Orcas have lost all four games and are at the bottom of the points table. This is an important game for their survival. SEA vs SF: Match Details Date : June 26 (Thursday) Time : 5:30 AM IST Venue : Grand Prairie Stadium, Dallas SEA vs SF: Live Streaming Details Fans need to tune into the Star Sports Networks to catch the live action of the SEA vs SF contest on Thursday. The other option to watch the game digitally is through the Jio Hotstar app or website. SEA vs SF: Head-to-Head in MLC Total Matches : 3 Seattle Orcas : 1 San Francisco Unicorns : 2 No Result : 0 SEA vs SF: Ground Pitch Report The pitch in Dallas has been brilliant for batting sides. It is flat and offers good bounce to play big shots. The boundaries are also not big, which adds to the pressure for the bowlers. Meanwhile, the teams bowling first can use the conditions to chase totals. SEA vs SF: Possible XIs Seattle Orcas: David Warner, Shayan Jahangir (wk), Aaron Jones, Kyle Mayers, Heinrich Klaasen (c), Sikandar Raza, Shimron Hetmyer, Harmeet Singh, Jasdeep Singh, Cameron Gannon, Gerald Coetzee San Francisco Unicorns : Tim Seifert (wk), Jake Fraser-McGurk, Matthew Short (c), Sanjay Krishnamurthi, Romario Shepherd, Hassan Khan, Karima Gore, Xavier Bartlett, Liam Plunkett, Haris Rauf, Brody Couch SEA vs SF: Dream11 Team Wicket-keepers : Heinrich Klaasen, Tim Seifert Batters : Jake Fraser McGruk, David Warner All-rounders : Hassan Khan, Matthew Short (captain), Kyle Mayers (vice captain), Sikandar Raza, Romario Shepherd Bowlers : Haris Rauf, Xavier Bartlett Dream11 Prediction :The form of both sides is totally contrasting. Seattle Orcas are struggling and we back the in-form San Francisco Unicorns. SEA vs SF Match 16 Dream11 Prediction, SEA vs SF Dream11 Prediction, Today Match SEA vs SF, SEA vs SF Prediction, SEA vs SF Dream11 Team, Fantasy Cricket Tips, SEA vs SF Pitch Report, Today Match Prediction, Today Cricket Match, Dream11 Team, Playing XI, Pitch Report, Injury Update of the match between Seattle Orcas vs San Francisco Unicorns MLC 2025, Major League Cricket 2025 Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score Disclaimer : The fantasy team is purely based on the understanding and research of the writer. So kindly make sure to consider the points above while making your Dream11 team.
Operation Sindoor effect? Bangladesh sends military team to UK to explore air defence systems
Amidst growing tensions with India, Bangladesh is exploring new air defense systems, dispatching a high-level military delegation to London for the 19th Full Spectrum Air Defence Summit. Led by Major General Mohammad Kamrul Hassan, the delegation aims to diversify military partnerships beyond traditional allies.
Downy mildew: Scientists visit maize farms in Hassan
NY vs SF Dream11 Prediction Match 14, MLC 2025
NY vs SF , Match 14 Dream11 Prediction :The last few matches have gone down to the wire in the Major League Cricket 2025, which has certainly set the tournament on fire. There are a few more brilliant games set to play in the coming days. The inaugural season winner, MI New York, will take on San Francisco Unicorns. This contest will be live from Grand Prairie Stadium, Dallas, on Tuesday at 5:30 AM. The Unicorns are sitting at the top of the ladder with 8 points. They have been undefeated so far, winning all four games. But MI New York have only one win in five games. They need this win badly. NY vs SF: Match Details Date : June 23 (Tuesday) Time : 5:30 AM IST Venue : Grand Prairie Stadium, Dallas NY vs SF: Live Streaming Details Fans can watch the live telecast of the ongoing NY vs SF clash on the Star Sports Networks in India. The live stream option of the match will be available on the Jio Hotstar app or website. NY vs SF: Head-to-Head in IPL Total Matches : 8 MI New York : 3 San Francisco Unicorns : 5 No Result : 0 NY vs SF: Ground Pitch Report The surface in Dallas is pretty good for batting, as all four games played here have been chased this season. The conditions for batting are pretty good, and bowlers have very little help from the surface. However, the toss can be crucial as teams might look to bowl first. NY vs SF: Possible XIs MI New York: Quinton de Kock (wk), Monank Patel, Nicholas Pooran (c), Michael Bracewell, Kieron Pollard, Heath Richards, Tajinder Dhillon, Sunny Patel, Trent Boult, Naveen-ul-Haq, Rushil Ugarkar San Francisco Unicorns : Tim Seifert (wk), Finn Allen, Jake Fraser-McGurk, Matthew Short (c), Sanjay Krishnamurthi, Hassan Khan, Xavier Bartlett, Karima Gore, Haris Rauf, Carmi le Roux, Brody Couch NY vs SF: Dream11 Team Wicket-keepers : Quinton de Kock, Nicholas Pooran, Finn Allen (Vice Captain), Tim Seifert Batters : Jake Fraser McGruk, Monank Patel All-rounders : Hassan Khan, Matthew Short, Michael Bracewell (Captain) Bowler : Haris Rauf, Naveen-ul-Haq Dream11 Prediction :MI New York are struggling with its form. They need a strong bowling performance and, certainly, contributions from their key players. San Francisco Unicorns have been superb and will be favorites to win here. NY vs SF Match 14 Dream11 Prediction, NY vs SF Dream11 Prediction, Today Match NY vs SF, NY vs SF Prediction, NY vs SF Dream11 Team, Fantasy Cricket Tips, NY vs SF Pitch Report, Today Match Prediction, Today Cricket Match, Dream11 Team, Playing XI, Pitch Report, Injury Update of the match between MI New York vs San Francisco Unicorns MLC 2025, Major League Cricket 2025 Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score Disclaimer : The fantasy team is purely based on the understanding and research of the writer. So kindly make sure to consider the points above while making your Dream11 team.
Somanna holds review meeting in Hassan
Bengaluru vehicle dealer held for train robbery, 81 gm gold recovered
BENGALURU: The city railway police have arrested a 37-year-old vehicle dealer from Uttarakhand for stealing valuables of passengers travelling by AC coaches. The accused, Jitendra Kumar Chawla from Nainital, used to steal valuables of passengers when they were sleeping. He was arrested two days ago based on a complaint from a passenger travelling from Udupi to Bengaluru. The passenger lost over 50 grams of gold ornaments. The accused confessed that he had stolen valuables of passengers in Mysuru and Arsikere in Hassan district. He is also said to have stolenvaluables of train passengers in Tamil Nadu. Around 81 grams of gold ornaments have been recovered from him. Chawla never lived in one place, but stayed in lodges in cities and towns after stealing passengers valuables, according to railwaypolice. He is a habitual offender. He travelled by trains at night and targeted passengers sleeping in AC coaches. After stealing their valuables, he would get down at the next station. One of the victims filed a complaint last month. CCTV cameras at variousstations captured his movements. Based on those images, he was arrested two days ago, said an officer.
Man critical after colleague inserts air compressor hose in his rectum in Bengaluru
BENGALURU: A 35-year-old factory employee is critical after his colleague inserted an air compressor hose in his rectum. The factory is located at Harohalli Industrial Area in Kanakapura taluk. Both the victim and the accused are contract labourers. The victim was drawing a salary of Rs 35,000. The accused who was drawing a salary of Rs 18,000 was always fighting with the victim over disparity in their salaries. On the day of the incident, the victim was rushed to the factorys hospital by another colleague. The accused is yet to be arrested, said an officer. Reportedly, the victim was wearing his undergarments as he was about to go to the factorys washroom to take a bath after work. Due to the high pressure, it affected his stomach and is said to have severely damaged his intestine and other parts. The victim fell unconscious and was rushed to the hospital in the factory premises. He was later shifted to a private hospital. The victim MM Paramesh is a resident of Erehalli in Harohalli and a native of Belur taluk in Hassan. The accused Govinde Gowda, 28, is a resident of Ramanagara. The incident happened on May 23 around 5 pm. The complaint was filed on Monday, 25 days after the incident. Paramesh has been working in the factory for the last 17 years. The chances of his survival were extremely low. He was in hospital for more than three weeks and underwent multiple surgeries. The factory has footed Rs 3 lakh medical bill. He has to undergo another surgery for his intestine after two months. He was discharged from the hospital on Monday. After his discharge, the complaint was filed by his wife KB Savitha against her husbands colleague in Harohalli police station. A case under BNS 289, BNS 125 (a), BNS 352 has been registered against the accused.
Malayali man stranded on Mount Denali is safe
PATHANAMTHITTA: Sheikh Hassan Khan, a Malayali climber stranded on Mount Denali in North America due to an unexpected storm, is now safe and has begun his descent. Officials said that the Alaska Governors Chief of Staff informed the Indian Ministry of External Affairs about his rescue. Rangers from Denali National Park are in constant contact with Khan and his companion, providing assistance. Malayali mountaineer stuck on Mount Denali in US In a brief call, Sheikh informed his family that he had descended from 17,000 ft to 13,000 ft and reached a new campsite. Despite the challenges posed by extreme climatic conditions, he reassured his loved ones about his well-being. He told me that he has descended to 13,000 ft from 17,000 ft and reached another base camp. Though his voice sounded different due to the climatic issues, he assured us that he is fine, Shaikhs mother, Shahida Shaikh, told TNIE.
Indian Mountaineers Stuck On North American Peak Rescued
Sheikh Hassan Khan, a 38-year-old Kerala government employee and seasoned mountaineer, was 'rescued' from a severe blizzard at 17,000 feet on Mount Denali in Alaska.
Shashi Tharoor Seeks S Jaishankar's Help For Indian Stuck On North American Peak
Shaikh Hassan Khan from Thiruvananthapuram is stuck at the 17,000-foot base camp atop Mount Denali in Alaska.
Minister Itoo, Sharma visit Srinagar Imam Baras to oversee Muharram arrangements
SRINAGAR: Minister for Health and Medical Education, Social Welfare and Education, Sakeena Itoo alongwith Minister for Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs, Information Technology and Transport, Satish Sharma on Wednesday visited Imam Bara Zadibal and Imam Bara Hassanabad here to review the preparedness and arrangements being made for the observance of forthcoming Holy Month of []
Malayali mountaineer stuck on Mount Denali in US
PATHANAMTHITTA: Sheikh Hassan Khan, a famous mountaineer hailing from Pathanamthitta, is reportedly stranded on Mount Denali, North Americas highest peak, due to severe storms and harsh weather conditions. Hassan embarked on the Denali expedition with a fellow climber from Tamil Nadu, aiming to raise the national flag in tribute to the Indian Armys Operation Sindoor. However, adverse conditions, including strong winds, have delayed their progress, and they got stuck at Camp 5 of Mount Denali. His desperate message, shared on Twitter by a user, called for prayers and urgent intervention. I am on an expedition to Mount Denali, the highest peak in North America. We are stuck in a severe storm at 17,000 feet with less food and water to survive. Only God can help us now. Please ask all to pray, the message read. Responding swiftly, BJP state president Rajeev Chandrasekhar took to Twitter, tagging External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar and the Indian Embassy in Washington DC, for immediate assistance. Ive alerted @DrSJaishankar and his team. I am also tagging @IndianEmbassyUS to please help. Stay Safe, tweeted Chandrasekhar. I hv alerted @DrSJaishankar and his team. I am also tagging Indian Embassy in Washington DC @IndianEmbassyUS to please help Stay Safe @PMOIndia https://t.co/lMm46N3R5k Rajeev Chandrasekhar (@RajeevRC_X) June 18, 2025 This development added momentum to ongoing appeals from Keralas political leadership, including deputy speaker Chittayam Gopakumar and MP Anto Antony, urging both state and central authorities to expedite rescue efforts. Gopakumar has called on Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan to issue official directions to expedite assistance for Hassan. Anto Antony, Member of Parliament, has also appealed to Union Minister of External Affairs S Jaishankar to intervene and ensure all possible assistance for Hassan. According to the family, Hassan last contacted his family on June 10, informing them about his mission. Since then, no updates have reached us, said his mother J Shahida, who expressed her deep concern over the lack of communication. Speaking to the media, Shahida said, He called us on June 10 and told us about the expedition. We havent heard from him since. We are praying for his safety. Hassan, who works as an assistant section officer in the Finance Department at the Kerala Secretariat, has an impressive mountaineering record. He conquered Mount Everest in 2022 and previously scaled Mount Kilimanjaro in Africa, Mount Vinson in Antarctica, and Denali in North America.
Despite SC relief, distributor reluctant to release 'Thug Life' in Karnataka
A day after the Supreme Court ordered the release of Thug Life in Karnataka, the Karnataka distributor for Thug Life has said that he will not release the movie. The distributor Venkatesh Kamalakar has been quoted by the Indian Express as saying that the movie has not done well even in Tamil Nadu. He also said that for any movie to well when it comes to gross collection, the first two weeks are important. I will not release the movie, and I have many reasons. I bought the Karnataka distribution right, and today, if any movie has to earn money, it happens only within two weeks. It has been more than two weeks since the movie was released, and it has not done well even in Tamil Nadu, Venkatesh Kamalakar was quoted as saying by the Indian Express . Thug Life was released in all centres, except in Karnataka, on June 5, 2025 The release of the Kamal Hassan-starrer was stalled in Karnataka following outrage over the actor's remark that Kannada language originated from Tamil. The Supreme Court on Tuesday came down heavily on the Karnataka government for the stalling of the movie in the state. While directing that the film be screened in the state the Supreme Court noted that mobs and vigilante groups cannot be allowed to take over the streets. A bench of Justices Ujjal Bhuyan an Manmohan said the rule of law ought to be established and guns cannot be put to people's heads to stop them from watching the movie. The judges also clarified that Karnataka High Court had no business to seek 'apology or regret' from Kamal Haasan for his remark. The apex court gave Karnataka government one day's time to file a response by June 18.
Dismissed Karnataka cop invested crores in bitcoins
BENGALURU: The preliminary investigation by the Karnataka Lokayukta police into the case involving certain IPS officers has made a startling revelation that the dismissed head constable G Ningappa had allegedly invested crores of rupees in 438 bitcoins. Ningappa was arrested by the Lokayukta police for allegedly extorting government officials by blackmailing about possible raids against them after obtaining information from his sources within Karnataka Lokayukta. After tracing the total investment in 438 bitcoins in various cryptocurrency exchanges, as of now, and conducting the mahazar, the Lokayukta police have created a Police Wallet in a cryptocurrency exchange and have started the process of transferring 438 bitcoins, of which 78 bitcoins have been transferred successfully. The value of the same is being ascertained. The investments are made by Ningappa in his name, his wifes name (Chandrakala) and others, including a certain IPS officers. The Lokayukta police gathered the investment details by writing to over 25 cryptocurrency exchange firms. This was ascertained after the cybercrime wing of the CID facilitated the data. The cyber crime wing analysed the data found in Ningappas mobile phone and also did mirror imaging following a request by the Lokayukta police. Sources in Lokayukta said the investment in bitcoins came to light after analysing the data found in two mobile phones of Ningappa. Ningappa not cooperating with investigation Ningappa did not disclose about the second phone and is not cooperating with the probe. However, the Lokayukta police have retrieved the data of the same using technical tools, a source said. The police have also issued notice to four personsSyed Zari, Giriraj, Sanjay and Mallikarjun who were residing in Hassan, Chikkaballapura and in Bengaluru and recorded their statements, as these persons allegedly facilitated US dollars to Ningappa to transfer them into his crypto wallets, in exchange of cash he collected from the officials. The details of further investments made by Ningappa and the officials who have nexus with him, both within and outside Lokayukta, will come to light if the ongoing investigation by Lokayukta police is strictly in consonance with the law, and if there is no attempt to protect anyone, sources said. Considering the veracity of the case and the apprehension of the Lokayukta police that Ningappa may indulge in similar crimes, destroy the evidence and hamper the ongoing investigation if he is released, K M Radhakrishna, Judge, the Special Court for Lokayukta Cases, remanded Ningappa in judicial custody till June 30. Meanwhile, the Lokayukta police have found that Ningappa was in constant touch with police officials within the Lokayukta, in addition to the various officials of the State Government. Apart from recording the statements of the officials of the excise department, and Regional Transport Offices, from whom Ningappa collected huge money, the Lokayukta police have started issuing notices to the others. In a search conducted on the residence of Srinath M Joshi, who was serving as Lokayukta SP, (Bengaluru City-1), at a posh apartment in Tavarekere on June 15, after his alleged nexus with Ningappa was established, the police found a total of 198 gms gold ornaments, including a gold biscuit weighing 10 gms, a diary, and cash of Rs 32,000, etc. After mahazar, the ornaments and cash were handed over to a family member of Joshi, who was present in the house. The IPS officer, who was relieved from Lokayukta agency recently, has been summoned for inquiry. Ningappa, who was dismissed from service for misconduct a few years ago, was working under Joshi and two other IPS officers, who were top-ranking officials working now in Bengaluru, when they were working as Chitradurga SPs.
Two farmers die of electrocution in Karnatatkas Hassan district
Rise of new 'A' group leaders triggers unrest in Congress ranks after Nilambur by-poll campaign
THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: As curtains fall on the campaigns in Nilambur by-poll, Congress politics is witnessing the emergence of new 'A' group leaders in the form of PC Vishnunathand Shafi Parambil, much to the discontent of a large section of other youth leaders. There is also resentment in the party over the way in which these two Agroup leaders were elevated to important organisational post such as KPCC working president, while mostother leaders representing 'I' and old 'A' group wereleft behind. The leaders who decided to keep their resentment to themselves during the campaign have now decided to raise their concerns in partyplatforms. According to sources, some leaders have already approached the leadership and expressed their discontent. We have told them that this was not the way reorganisations are carried out. After the 2016 and 2021 losses, there was a consensus that group politics will be stopped and merit will be considered for future appointments. We acted in accordance with it. However, in the appointment of two working presidents- Vishnunath and Shafi this was violated, a youth leader told TNIE on condition of anonymity. It is also alleged that the new KPCC appointments were made, ignoring the names of many youth leaders like Mathew Kuzhalnadan who is the face ofCongress's anti- Pinarayi Vijayan attacks, Roji M John, CR Mahesh, Chandy Oommen, Hibi Eden, K Sabarinath, KM Abhijith, Aloshious Xavier, AbinVarkey. It is also pointed out that Rahul Mankootathil even after being elected as a MLA is holding the Youth Congress president post. The discontented leadershave also decided to meet the national leadership if their complaints are not addressed. Incidentally, the style of campaigning brought in by Shafi, Vishnunath and Rahul in Nilambur has also invited wrath from all corners. Their 'reel politics' is critically viewed as deviating from 'real politics' of the rest of the leaders and party workers. There is also criticism against Rahul's behaviour throughout the campaign, creating needless controversies.The failure to correct him is also seen as the new power group's supremacyover KPCC president and the Opposition leader. It was after Shafi's victory in Vadakara and Rahul's subsequent candidature at the former's insistence, that internal equations within the 'A' group visibly changed.After the removal of Ramesh Chennithala and K Sudhakaran from key posts 'I' group did not have representation. AICC general secretary KC Venugopal has taken a non-partisan role, both 'A' and 'I' group leaders told TNIE . Shafi and Vishnu now call the shots.They are reorganising the group with new youth leaders,even changing affiliations. Instead of KC Joseph, Benny Behnan and MM Hassan, it is reportedly the Opposition leader VD Satheeshan who is patronizingthem. Unfortunately the other youth leaders who do not have godfathers are now left behind, they said.
The Supreme Court on Tuesday came down heavily on the Karnataka government for issuing an extra-judicial ban on the screening of Tamil film Thug Life , starring veteran actor Kamal Hassan. A bench comprising Justice Ujjal Bhuyan and Justice Manmohan expressed concerns regarding the law and order situation in the state while directing the government to file its counter-affidavit by Wednesday. We can't allow mobs and vigilante groups to take over the streets. Rule of law must prevail. We can't allow this to happen. If somebody has made a statement, counter it with a statement. Somebody has made some writing, counter it with some writing, the court said. The Mani Ratnam directorial was banned in Karnataka after protests by pro-Kannada groups against a statement made by actor Kamal Hassan on the language. During the audio launch of the movie in Chennai, the actor-turned politician had remarked that Kannada was orn out of Tamil. The actor also refused to issue an apology, further irking the pro-Kannada groups and leading to the ban on the movie. Stressing that the state government has the responsibility to ensure the screening of any film which has a CBFC certificate, the court said, Rule of law demands that any film which has a CBFC certificate must be released and the State has to ensure its screening. It can't be at the fear of burning down the cinemas that the film can't be shown. People may not watch the film. That is a different matter. We are not passing any order that people must watch the film. But the film must be released, the court said.
NRI forum seeks Centres help to safely bring back Karnataka students from Iran
BENGALURU/CHIKKABALLAPURA : Following the rising tensions between Iran and Israel, the Non-Resident Indian (NRI) Forum in Bengaluru wrote to the Ministry of External Affairs on Monday, requesting urgent action to bring back nine Karnataka students from Iran. According to officials, eight students from Alipur in Gauribidanur taluk and one from Bengaluru are stranded in Iran. They had gone there for higher education. The students from Gauribidanur are Habeeb Raza, Shabbir Ali, Ilhan Ali, Irfan Hyder, Raza Abbas, Habeeb Hussain, Nakeer Raza, and Mohammed Hafiz. Another student, Nadeem Hussain, is from Bengaluru. His parents, who live in Bengaluru, contacted the NRI Forum seeking help. Officials from the Higher Education Department said that, according to the Indian Ambassador in Iran, all students are safe. Necessary arrangements are being made to bring them back to India. According to the NRI Forum, the nine students are currently pursuing medical education at Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences in Tehran. Vice-chairperson of the forum Arathi Krishna has is in constant contact with the officials concerned over phone. Hassan Syed, a resident of Gowribidanur, posted on X requesting Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and the Prime Ministers Office to facilitate the evacuation of the students. Speaking to TNIE , he claimed that 15 students, including his sister from Gauribidanur, studying at four different medical universities in Iran, are stranded. He said that he spoke to his sister over the phone. As of Sunday midnight, the Indian Embassy in Iran had safely evacuated all students to a safe location. He added that the remaining students have not registered with the NRI Forum.
Iran's Supreme Leader, Family Hiding In Bunkers Due To Israeli Strikes
Iranian state media officially confirmed that the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps' intelligence chief, Brigadier General Mohammad Kazemi and his deputy, Hassan Mohaqiq, were killed in an Israeli strike, The Times of Israel reported.
Bomb scare at private school in Hassan
The police and anti-bomb squad rushed to the school on June 16 and searched the premises
Planters want branding like Nandini for coffee in Karnataka
BENGALURU: Taking a cue from the success of Nandini in the dairy sector, coffee growers in Karnataka are pushing for a similar branding model for the states coffee. The Karnataka Growers Federation (KGF) is working on a proposal to create a unified brand called Karnataka Coffee to give the states produce an identity in both national and international markets. Federation officials confirmed that preliminary meeting have already been held with Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Chief Secretary Shalini Rajneesh, and they are hopeful that the proposal will be taken forward in the coming days. Despite contributing nearly 70 per cent of Indias total coffee production, Karnatakas coffee continues to be sold without a unified label which can represent varieties produced in the state. Coffee growers believe that while the regions coffee is known for its flavour and aroma, without proper branding, it loses value in larger market. Karnataka is the largest coffee-producing state in the country, but we still dont have a common brand that represents our coffee, KGF President H Shivanna said, adding that if the state creates one, it will improve market visibility and directly benefit growers, specifically in districts like Kodagu, Chikkamagaluru and Hassan. He stressed that the idea is to follow a cooperative model similar to Karnataka Milk Federation (KMF), which helped make Nandini a wider brand. The Nandini model also ensured fair pricing for farmers and made distribution marketing more efficient. We want to apply the same structure to coffee, Shivanna said. Federation officials pointed out that creating a state-backed brand could help bring attention to long-pending issues faced by planters, including frequent human-elephant conflict, pressure from forest officials, confusion around deemed forest classifications, and the need to extend land lease periods for growers.
'I am possessive about all my tracks, says Job Kurian ahead of Bengaluru concert
Some journeys dont begin with grand plans they start with a small, quiet passion. For singer-composer Job Kurian music was one such journey inward, an interest that slowly grew to be a means to understand life, connect with others, and stay honest with oneself. I always wanted to compose my own songs and perform them. I wanted to do it independently, he notes as he completes almost two decades of his musical pursuit. Speaking with CE ahead of his show yesterday, when asked about what the audience can expect as he performs in the city after almost a year, Kurian kept it classic. It will be mostly my original songs. Ill play my self-composed tracks Ill play Padayatra, Bhaavam, Roots, Kannodu . But there are some that I have sung in the movies like Manikyachirakulla and Aaranne . It depends on the mood and request, he explains, adding Bengaluru has received our original compositions in a good way all these years. Being an indie artiste, my priority is always my original compositions. I have tried to bring that to the audience all my life; cinema has been an added aspect to my career. I totally respect that. For Kurian, who finished his engineering degree in Karnataka, performing in Bengaluru is like coming home. I did my engineering graduation from Hassan. I speak a bit of Kannada. Actually, I sing in Kannada too, he confides. While singing was a dream inculcated by his parents from childhood, Kurian recalls, Back then, we didnt think of it as a career. With that interest, I started listening to music which is my main feature. I still like to listen to music. Then I slowly became open to a lot of genres. The breakthrough came with the reality show Superstar on Amrita TV, which he calls a catalyst for him. People recognised me. That was the biggest recognition. In parallel, I could confidently release my tracks since I had an audience that knew me. Mostly, if you notice, all my tracks are biographical in nature. So, my dream was to make my own experiences into music and present it to the audience. Thats how I keep doing things now, Kurian emphasises. His recently-released track, Nizhal , is one such story that travels through layers of human relationships. Besides this, his approach to music is fluid and organic. Nothing is planned in music. Its a flow. When you dont know anything else other than music, you just have to do that. Ive never been half-hearted in my approach. This, he believes to be his inspiration. Reflecting further on his creative process, he shares, If you put the effort in one direction, some other time it will pop up. In my case, it happened like that. Recently, Kannodu, a song I did nine years ago, just popped up on social media. If I do a song, I move on to the next one. I dont think about the result. Its not a conscious decision. But when you put 110 per cent for something, its just going to come some way or the other. As he finishes two decades in the industry, his approach towards making music remains the same. Im a bit possessive about all my tracks. I look at my happiness first. I look at myself first. I should feel that Im happy and full. I should connect with my tracks. That way, I can be genuine to the audience. Thats my policy. You dont go with the trend. It keeps changing. You just have to follow your heart, he signs off.
Incessant rains lash parts of Chikkamagaluru, Shivamogga and Hassan
Dak Adalat to address postal grievances on June 17, in Bengaluru
The Adalat aims to address unresolved postal complaints from the South Karnataka Region, which includes districts such as Mysuru, Tumakuru, Hassan, Kodagu, Udupi, and others
Missing woman found dead in Hassan
Apni Party accuses NC, BJP of betraying public mandate
Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, June 12: Apni Party vice president Ghulam Hassan Mir today accused both the ruling National Conference (NC) and opposition Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) of neglecting their responsibilities and serving their own interests instead of the public. Addressing a press conference here, Mir said that when the new government was formed, Apni Party had decided to give it time to perform. Now it has been eight months-enough time to assess a governments performance. We held a meeting and [] The post Apni Party accuses NC, BJP of betraying public mandate appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Israel deporting 6 more activists detained on Gaza aid boat, rights group says
Jerusalem: Israel is deporting six more activists who were detained when it seized an aid boat bound for the war-ravaged Gaza Strip, according to the rights group representing them. The six include Rima Hassan, a French member of the European parliament who Israel had previously barred from entering Israel and the Palestinian territories, citing her 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 .
DYSS Budgam Begins Inter Zonal Girls Sports Competitions
Srinagar, June 11: The Department of Youth Services and Sports, Budgam kick-started the Inter-Zonal District Level Girls Competitions in Kabaddi, Kho-Kho, and Volleyball under-14 age group at the Sports Stadium Budgam. The grand event is being held under the able guidance of District Youth Services and Sports Officer Budgam, Ghulam Hassan Lone. The competitions were []
High-speed Bengaluru-Mangaluru corridor gets rolling
MANGALURU: Union Ministry of Transport and Highways has appointment a consultant to prepare a Detailed Project Report (DPR) for the construction of a high-speed corridor between Bengaluru and Mangaluru. A letter from Union Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari to Dakshina Kannada MP Capt. Brijesh Chowta states the an agreement with the DPR consultant was signed on April 30, 2025, and the preparation of the DPR is expected to take approximately 18 months. Chowta thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Gadkari and the officials concerned for taking a significant step towards implementing this ambitious project. The MP said that the high-speed expressway is expected to have four to eight lanes and will pass through Hassan. If this highway is constructed, the transport infrastructure between the two major cities will be further upgraded. The improved route will reduce traffic congestion and travel time between the two cities providing safer, more efficient and uninterrupted all-season connectivity. This project will contribute to the development of not only Mangaluru but also South Karnataka and the surrounding cities. It will also further facilitate the growth of New Mangalore Port and tourism, trade and commercial activities, the MP said. The MP said the Railway Ministry is also preparing a DPR for the construction of a separate railway line in Shiradi Ghat. Since Shiradi Ghat, located in the foothills of the Western Ghats, is located in a sensitive ecological zone, a request has been made to form a joint committee of the Railway Board and the National Highways Authority of India to explore the possibility of developing a road and rail line in parallel here.
Lingayats, Vokkaligas welcome fresh caste survey decision
BENGALURU: The two most influential communities of Karnataka Veerashaiva-Lingayats and Vokkaligas who had joined forces to resist the controversial Kantharaj Commission report, and had opposed it for nearly a decade, have welcomed the Congress governments move to order a fresh caste survey. They hailed the Congress leaderships decision to scrap the old report and order a fresh survey, which could reshape Karnatakas caste-ridden politics. The All India Veerashaiva Mahasabha declared, We have no issue with reservation itself, but only demand a proper scientific study. The Mahasabha is planning a meeting on June 12 or 13 to chart their next steps, secretary Renuka Prasanna confirmed. Vokkaliga leaders said it was GN Srikantaiah, the Rajya Vokkaligara Meesalathi Samiti and others who were at the forefront of the struggle. Vokkaligara Kriya Samithi president KG Kumar, who had resisted the Socio-Economic Caste Census since 2016, hailed the Congress move as justice at last for his community. Its a 10-year fight, and today, we are celebrating a hard-won victory, declared Kumar. We demanded a new survey thats scientific and thorough, and today, the CM, DCM and Congress ministers have delivered. We will gather next Wednesday to thank all our resource persons who stood by us. As our great poet Kuvempu said: Sarvarigu Samapalu, and thats all we wanted. Kumar showered praise on the army of community champions who had rallied in protest. Vokkaliga leaders reminisced about the first-ever joint meeting with the Veerashaiva Mahasabha back in 2016, followed by another during Basavaraj Bommais tenure in 2022, and another in 2024. Wed held dozens of meetings across the state, from Kolar to Kodagu to Mysuru to Hassan, and in 17 districts where Vokkaligas are a force to reckon with. Both communities had maintained from the beginning that the report was riddled with errors and they had comprehensively highlighted the mistakes.
Shreyas Patel counters Revannas allegations of increase in crimes in Hassan dist.
J&K students association launches report seeking reservation policy revamp
The Jammu & Kashmir Students Association (JKSA) has launched a detailed report urging the rationalisation of the reservation policy in the Union Territory. The report, prepared in collaboration with the J&K Centre for Peace, Research & Sustainable Development (JKCPRS), a Kashmir-based policy research institute, was released on Monday. The report was launched by JKSA National Convenor Nasir Khuehami, Chairman Mushtaq Habeeb, and Advisor Danish Lone. A delegation from the association also submitted the report to the Chief Ministers Office and met with Nasir Sogami, Advisor to Chief Minister Omar Abdullah. Sogami assured the delegation that the researched report will be read, reviewed, and taken into consideration for necessary policy action. Sogami described the report as a groundbreaking document that critically analyses the current system and points out its structural issues and social inequalities. He said the report offers practical recommendations for a fairer system. Among the 15 key recommendations are conducting a caste-based socio-economic census, dividing sub-groups within reserved categories, revising EWS category criteria, and restoring the 60:40 open merit-to-reserved category ratio. Khuehami said, This report is a roadmap. It traces the evolution of reservation trends in J&K, compares them with national and international benchmarks, and highlights glaring disparities that continue to marginalize large sections of society. There is an urgent need for reforms rooted in equity, social justice, and constitutional morality. The report was created by a 12-member expert committee chaired by JKSA President Ummar Jamal. The team included Faizaan Peer, Danish Lone, Farhat Riyaz, Osheeba Bashir, Adnan Malik, Nazia Israr, Dr. Adil Hussain, Sadiya Farooq Masoodi, Krishna Saproo, Azhar Hassan Mir, Muzamil Ahmad Reshi, and Aamir Akbar. The members came from diverse academic, legal, and policy backgrounds. Khuehami added, We are not against reservations. Our fight is against a flawed, disproportionate system that has failed to benefit the genuinely deserving and has sidelined meritorious candidates. We advocate for a balanced framework that ensures both upliftment and meritocracy. The association plans to connect with civil society groups, schools, and student communities to build wider support for reform. A follow-up white paper will be prepared based on feedback from students, teachers, community leaders, and policy experts. The feedback will be collected through in-person meetings, digital discussions, and written submissions. The association said, This must be a people-centric reform process. No voice should be left unheard. We are committed to reaching every section of society to build a unified call for a rational, transparent, and equitable reservation policy. They added that the goal is not just to challenge the systems flaws but to offer a better way forward. Social justice cannot be selective, the association noted. A progressive society must uplift the disadvantaged while also honouring merit. We urge the political leadership to rise above vote-bank politics and initiate an honest, inclusive, and transparent review of the existing reservation framework. The association also requested a temporary slowdown of recruitment processes in the Union Territory until the reservation issues are addressed. Were not calling for a complete halt, they clarified. But continuing recruitment under a flawed system risks grave injustice to open-merit candidates. A temporary pause will provide the necessary time to fix these deep-rooted issues and restore fairness.
JD(S) leader Revanna alleges increase in crimes in Hassan district, blames district police
Israel intercepts Gaza-bound ship carrying Greta Thunberg, Rima Hassan
New Delhi, June 9: Israeli naval commandos intercepted the British-flagged humanitarian yacht Madleen, operated by the Freedom Flotilla Coalition (FFC), as it attempted to breach Israels long-standing naval blockade of the Gaza Strip. Among those aboard were renowned climate activist Greta Thunberg and Rima Hassan, a Member of the European Parliament (MEP). In a series [] The post Israel intercepts Gaza-bound ship carrying Greta Thunberg, Rima Hassan appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Rima Hassan: French-Palestinian MP On Gaza-Bound Ship Intercepted By Israel
Born in a Palestinian refugee camp in Syria in 1992, Rima Hassan grew up without official nationality until she became a French citizen in 2010 at age 18.
'I Want to Stay Here Too': Father Breaks Down Over Sons Grave Killed In Bengaluru Stampede | News18
A heart-wrenching video of a father mourning over his sons grave has brought the personal tragedies of the stampede to the forefront, where 11 people lost their lives and 47 were injured at the Chinnaswamy Stadium after RCBs IPL victory celebrations turned chaotic. The incident occurred on Wednesday when people celebrated the RCBs victory in the Indian Premier League.In the video, a man, BT Lakshma, who is the father of 21-year-old Bhumik Lakshman, who died in the stampede, wails at his sons grave at their native village in Hassan district. n18oc_indiaNews18 Mobile App - https://onelink.to/desc-youtube
I Want To Stay Here Too: Father Holds On To Grave Of Son Killed In Stampede
The video shows BT Lakshman - the father of 21-year-old Bhumik Lakshman, who died in the stampede - wailing at his son's grave at their native village in Hassan district.
'Return to your country' Kabul tells Afghans rebuffed by Washington
The Taliban government on Saturday urged Afghans hoping to emigrate to the United States to instead return to Afghanistan, after Washington tightened entry conditions. Commenting on the ban on Saturday, Prime Minister Hassan Akhund urged Afghans to return to their country, saying they would be protected even if they worked with US-led forces in the two-decade fight against the Taliban insurgency.
Top Taliban official offers amnesty to Afghans who fled country, urges them to return
KABUL, June 7: A top Taliban official said on Saturday that all Afghans who fled the country after the collapse of the former Western-backed government are free to return home, promising they would not be harmed if they come back. Taliban Prime Minister Mohammad Hassan Akhund made the amnesty offer in his message for the Islamic holiday of Eid al-Adha, also known as the Feast of Sacrifice. The offer comes days after US President Donald Trump announced a sweeping [] The post Top Taliban official offers amnesty to Afghans who fled country, urges them to return appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Blast in stone quarry near Hassan, two feared dead and four injured
The quarry owner denied reports of a blast
Over 100 Inmates Escape From A Pakistan Prison After An Earthquake Evacuation in Karachi
Ziaul Hassan, the home minister of Sindh province, said the jailbreak occurred after prisoners were evacuated from their cells for safety during the earthquake
Progressive organisations of Hassan to felicitate Banu Mushtaq, Deepa Bhasthi on June 9
J&K defeats Goa by 73 runs in Dev Bhoomi Gold Cup cricket tourney
Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, May 31: In a dominating performance, Jammu & Kashmir began their campaign with a comprehensive 73-run victory over Goa in the ongoing Dev Bhoomi Gold Cup Cricket Tournament at Ayush Cricket Academy ground, Dehradun. Batting first, J&K posted a competitive total of 311 runs in 50 overs. Yawer Hassan played a fluent knock of 61 off 51 balls (9 fours, 2 sixes), while skipper Shubham Singh Pundir scored 57 off 67 (4 fours, 2 sixes). Support [] The post J&K defeats Goa by 73 runs in Dev Bhoomi Gold Cup cricket tourney appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Vedike burns actor Kamal Hassan in an effigy
Writers, activists stage protest against Mahesh Joshi in Hassan
Kannada activists protest against Kamal Hassan in Belagavi
Vow not to allow release of his movies in Karnataka
'Uncultured Behaviour': BJP Demands Apology After Kamal Hassan's 'Kannada' Remark Sparks Row
Qatar emphasises zero-tolerance towards terrorism during Indian delegation's visit
DOHA : Qatar emphasised zero-tolerance towards terrorism during the all-party delegation's visit here that highlighted the need to stop differentiating the terrorists and their backers, the Indian mission in Doha said on Tuesday. The multi-party delegation led by MP Supriya Sule on Monday concluded its visit to Qatar -- the first leg of the four-nation tour planned following the Pahalgam terrorist attack , Operation Sindoor and the subsequent developments. The Qatar side emphasised its own zero-tolerance policy against terrorism and stressed that terrorism must be condemned. The delegation appreciated the condemnation of the Pahalgam attack by the Government of Qatar and thanked the Qatari leadership for its support, a statement by the Indian embassy here said. #WATCH | Doha, Qatar: Congress MP Manish Tewari, member of the all-party delegation led by NCP-SCP MP Supriya Sule, says, ... Since 1972, we have a clear template that if there is any outstanding issue between India and Pakistan, it has to be resolved bilaterally. There is no pic.twitter.com/qH36zT5tdy ANI (@ANI) May 26, 2025 It said the visiting delegation over the past two days met Mohamed bin Abdulaziz bin Saleh Al Khulaifi, the Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Sheikh Abdulaziz bin Faisal bin Mohammed Al Thani, the Minister of State for Interior Affairs, Deputy Speaker of the Shura Council Hamda bint Hassan Al Sulaiti and several other Qatari dignitaries. The Indian delegation conveyed India's zero-tolerance policy towards cross-border terrorism and briefed about developments since the heinous terror attack in Pahalgam on April 22, the statement said. The delegation shared that Operation Sindoor, conducted by India in response, was calibrated, targeted and proportionate, demonstrating India's commitment to countering terrorism without escalating tensions. They emphasised the need to stop differentiating the terrorists and their backers and dismantling the cross-border terrorism infrastructure, developed and used against India for several decades, the statement said. The delegation members held a round-table discussion with the academic and think-tank community at the Middle East Council for Global Affairs and interacted with the media as well as the Indian community. Apart from Sule, the delegation members include MPs Rajiv Pratap Rudy, Vikramjeet Singh Sahney, Manish Tewari, Anurag Singh Thakur, and Lavu Sri Krishna Devarayalu, former commerce and industry minister Anand Sharma, former minister of state external affairs V Muraleedharan, and Amb Syed Akbaruddin, former permanent representative of India to UN. Qatar in a statement on April 23 expressed strong condemnation of the Pahalgam attack that claimed 26 lives. The Gulf nation is considered to wield influence in the West Asian region and has a role as a mediator in regional conflicts. The Sule-led group will on Tuesday travel to South Africa, which holds the current G-20 Presidency, and then head to Ethiopia, which is also the home to the African Union. The delegation will also visit Egypt, an influential country in the Arab world. The delegation is one of the seven multi-party delegations India has tasked to visit 33 global capitals to reach out to the international community to emphasise Pakistan's links to terrorism and assert that the recent conflict was triggered by the Pahalgam terror strike and not Operation Sindoor as alleged by Islamabad. Tensions between India and Pakistan escalated after the Pahalgam terror attack, with India carrying out precision strikes on terror infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir in the early hours of May 7. Pakistan attempted to attack Indian military bases on May 8, 9, and 10. The Indian side responded strongly to the Pakistani actions. The on-ground hostilities ended with an understanding of stopping the military actions following talks between the directors general of military operations of both sides on May 10.
Heavy rains hit Hassan district in Karnataka, landslips on Shiradi Ghat
Leader of Opposition in Legislative Assembly R. Ashok will be visiting rain-hit areas of Hassan district
Heavy rains lash parts of Kodagu and Mysuru region, normal life thrown out of gear
The India Meteorological Department has forecast heavy rains with sustained winds in Kodagu, Mysuru, Mandya, Chamarajanagar and Hassan till May 26.
One dead, two injured after bus crashes into roadside shop in Hyderabad
Hyderabad: A 50-year-old person died and two others were injured when a speeding bus rammed into a roadside shop in Hyderabads Bandlaguda-Chandrayangutta road on Sunday afternoon (May 25). The deceased has been identified as Mohd Hassan, a resident of Riyasatnagar. He owned a cane works shop on the Bandlaguda Road. According to a witness Pasha, 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 .
Benjamin Hassan Makes History as 1st Lebanese Player in Open Era to Qualify for French Open
The 30-year-old defeated Japan's James Trotter 6-2, 7-6 (5) in the final round of qualifying.
Writers and activists of Hassan celebrate Banu Mushtaqs International Booker Prize
Kristi Noem called dangerously dumb after Senate habeas corpus blunder; What she said about it
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem drew criticism after incorrectly defining habeas corpus during a Senate hearing. Questioned by Senator Maggie Hassan, Noem claimed the constitutional right allows the president to remove individuals from the U.S. Her response was swiftly corrected, sparking backlash and renewed scrutiny of the Trump administrations reported interest in suspending habeas corpus to expedite deportations. Legal experts and past precedents challenge the feasibility of such a move, raising alarm over threats to due process and civil liberties.
Banu Mushtaq Is More than a Writer, Say Her Friends
Leelavathi recalled communal tension in Arasikere of Hassan some years back and said she and Banu Musthaq strived hard to bring harmony.
Joyous celebrations at Banu Mushtaqs home in Hassan; elated husband watched award ceremony online
Due to visa issues, her husband and son couldnt accompany her to London
Senator Maggie Hassan grills Secy of Homeland Security Kristi Noem over habeas corpus
Heavy rain lashes Kerala, TN and Karnataka; eight killed in rain-related incidents
Heavy rains lashed Chennai and neighbouring districts on Tuesday evening, as the India Meteorological Department (IMD) announced that conditions are favourable for onset of southwest monsoon over Kerala during next 4-5 days. A total of eight deaths in separate rain-related incidents have been recorded in Karnataka and Tamil Nadu so far. Meanwhile, the IMD, in the forecast bulletin issued on Tuesday at 4.30 pm, predicted widespread rainfall accompanied with thunderstorm, lightning and strong winds across Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Andhra Pradesh and Telangana over the next seven days. The southwest monsoon, which typically arrives towards the end of May, has arrived about two weeks earlier than predicted. The early onset of southwest monsoon can be attributed to climate factors like stronger westerly winds and rising sea surface temperatures, experts told TNIE . Another change in the usual monsoon pattern is the northward tilt in rainfall distribution due to a low-pressure system forming near Karnataka's coast. IMD has issued a red alert for seven districts in Karnataka --which include Uttara Kannada, Udupi, Dakshina Kannada, Kodagu, Shivamogga, Chikkamagaluru and Hassan-- and four districts in northern Kerala --which include Kasaragod, Kannur, Wayanad, and Kozhikode. Orange alert has been issued for parts of Kerala, Karnataka, Maharashtra and Andhra Pradesh. Karnataka Various parts of Karnataka continued to receive heavy rainfall on Tuesday. Heavy rain, along with thunder and lightning, was reported in coastal districts. Traffic congestion due to flooding was reported in the arterial roads of Bengaluru. At least five people died in the state, including three in Bengaluru, due to rains. Two people --63-year-old Manmohan Kamath and 12-year-old Dinesh-- died due to electrocution in Bengaluru's BTM layout on Monday while trying to use a motorised pump to clear water out of his house. Though they were rushed to a hospital soon after, they were declared dead on arrival by doctors. Another person, 35-year-old Shashikala, who worked as housekeeping staff at a software firm in Mahadevapura area, died after a wall in company premises collapsed on her. Additionally, two people died due to lightning in Raichur and Karwar regions, officials told Hindustan Times. In the 24 hours ending on Tuesday morning, the centres to receive heavy rainfall include, Guttal (dist Haveri) 11 cm, Kalasa (dist Chikkamagaluru) 10, Kolar Pwd (dist Kolar) 8, and T G Halli Hms (dist Bengaluru) 7. Five dead as IMD issues red alert for Karnataka; BJP, HDK slam Congress for celebrations amid crisis Tamil Nadu Chennai received moderate to heavy rains late Monday night and on Tuesday evening. Heavy to very heavy rainfall along with thunderstorms and strong winds were reported in several isolated places across the state. At least three people died in the state due to rains. Three people were killed in Madurai when a sunshade slab collapsed from the weight of water that stagnated in top. The three --65-year-old Ammapillai, her 10-year-old grandson Veeramani, and her 55-year-old neighbour Venkadammal-- were pulled out of debris a while later. Venkadammal was declared dead by doctors upon admission, while the two others succumbed to their injuries later. The centres to record heavy rainfall in the 24 hours ending on Tuesday morning include, 12 cm in Hosur AWS (dist Krishnagiri), 6 cm in parts of Krishnagiri, Ranipet, Dharmapuri, Salem districts, and 5 cm in parts of Coimbatore, Vellore, Nilgiris. Kerala Widespread waterlogging has been reported in several parts of north Kerala, disrupting daily life and transportation, officials said. While a red alert has been sounded for the districts of Kasaragod, Kannur, Wayanad, and Kozhikode, an orange alert has been issued for Palakkad, Malappuram, and Thrissur. The remaining districts have received a yellow alert. KSDMA officials warned that extremely heavy rainfall could cause serious problems. Officials also issued safety advice, urging people living in hilly areas experiencing heavy rain, particularly those at risk of landslides, mudslides, and flash floods, to move to safer locations as early as possible, preferably during daylight hours. Stations recorded 22 cm in Kunnamkulam (dist Thrissur), 18 cm in Ams Kannur (dist Cannur); heavy rain of more than 15 cm was recorded across Cannur, Thrissur, Malappuram, Kozhikode and Idukki districts. Heavy rainfall likely in Andhra Pradesh for next two days
Syria's Driest Winter In 7 Decades Triggers Severe Water Crisis In Damascus
Inside a mountain above the Syrian capital, Hassan Bashi walked through tunnels that used to be filled with water from a spring famous for its pure waters.
J&K Bank CISO wins top honour at ESCON 2025
Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, May 19: J&K Banks Chief Information Security Officer (CISO), Muneer Hassan Kongawani, has been awarded the CISO of the Year title at the prestigious Enterprise Security Connect (ESCON) 2025 South Asias leading cyber security summit. A statement said the award was presented during a conference held in Goa from May 16 to 18, organised by StrategINK Pvt. Ltd. It was handed over by Indias G20 Sherpa and former NITI Aayog CEO, Amitabh Kant, it said. Recognised [] The post J&K Bank CISO wins top honour at ESCON 2025 appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Misappropriation Of Funds: ACB Registers Case Against Teacher, Contractor, Others
Jammu, May 16: Jammu and Kashmor Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) on Friday said to have registered a case against the then Teacher, Incharge Headmaster of Government Middle School, Jandreli, Zone Chassana, Contractor and others for misappropriation of funds. A spokesman in a statement said that ACB has registered a case under FIR number 01/2025 in Police Station ACB Udhampur under sections 5(1) (d) r/w 5 (2) of J&K P.C Act, Svt. 2006 and section 120-B RPC against a public servant Sajjad [] The post Misappropriation Of Funds: ACB Registers Case Against Teacher, Contractor, Others appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
First of all, listen to me RFK Jr clashes with Sen Hassan over David Geiers autism research role
Will lifting US sanctions transform Syria's economy and attract global investments?
The anticipated lifting of U.S. sanctions on Syria is poised to revitalize its war-torn economy, potentially attracting significant investments from the Syrian diaspora, Turkey, and Gulf states. Finance Minister Yisr Barnieh highlighted opportunities across various sectors, while businessman Ghassan Aboud unveiled investment plans.
Soft release centre of elephants to be set up on experimental basis in Hassan: Minister
NEW DELHI: Indian intelligence agencies have confirmed that several top Pakistani military and civil officials attended the funerals of designated terrorists killed in the Indian air strikes under Operation Sindoor on May 7. The presence of senior leadership at these events, they said, further exposes Pakistans deep-rooted state support for terror networks operating from its soil. According to sources, Lashkar-e-Taiba commander Mudassar Khadian Khas, also known as Abu Jundal, was among five high-value terrorists neutralised in the precision strikes. Jundal was in charge of Markaz Taiba in Muridke, Narowal districtan LeT stronghold. His funeral was organised at a government school and wreaths were laid on behalf of Pakistan Army Chief Gen Asim Munir and Punjab CM Maryam Nawaz, sources said. The ceremony was led by Hafiz Abdul Rauf, a designated global terrorist and senior LeT figure. Attendees included key figures from both the Pakistan Army and Punjabs civil administration, underscoring the state's patronage of terror outfits. Those present included: Lt Gen Fayyaz Hussain Shah, Corps Commander, IV Corps, Lahore Maj Gen Rao Imran Sartaj, GOC 11 Infantry Division, Lahore Brig Mohd Furqan Shabbir, Commander, 15 HyMech Brigade Dr Usman Anwar, Inspector General of Police, Punjab, Malik Sohaib Ahmed Bherth, Member, Punjab Provincial Assembly. Officials also confirmed that Hafiz Muhammad Jameel, the elder brother-in-law of JeM chief Masood Azhar and in charge of Markaz Subhan Allah in Bahawalpur, was killed in the Indian airstrikes. His role had involved radicalising youth and fundraising for the outfit. Other high-profile militants neutralised included Mohammad Yusuf Azhar, also known as Ustad Jianother brother-in-law of Masood Azharwho was wanted in the IC-814 hijacking case and multiple terror attacks in Jammu and Kashmir, and Khalid alias Abu Akasha of LeT, who was involved in weapons smuggling from Afghanistan and numerous attacks in the region. LeT operative Mohammad Hassan Khan of JeM was also among the dead. Khalids funeral in Faisalabad, too, was attended by senior Pakistani Army officers and the Deputy Commissioner of Faisalabad, sources said.
Precision strikes, ingress remain big achievements
NEW DELHI: The ceasefire between India and Pakistan took effect after both sides had already built up massive mobilisation. Earlier, India carried out precision-strikes at 4 key air force bases Rafiqui, Murid, Chaklala and Rahimyar Khan and two military installations in Sukkur and Chuniya of Pakistan. Indian missiles and drones ingressed deep inside Pakistan, upto 100 kilometres, sources confirmed. A total of 21 terrorist camps of Jaish-e- Mohammed (JeM) and Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) were identified of which nine were selected as targets hit by missiles and artillery munitions. In the initial phase of the operations, five terrorists of JeM and LeT were killed namely Mudassar Khadian Khas, Hafiz Muhammed Jameel, Mohammad Yusuf Azhar, Khalid alias Abu Akasha, and Mohammad Hassan Khan. The complete list of 21 locations where Indian forces attacked Pakistan and PoK are Sawai Nala, Syed Na Bilal , Maskar-E-Aqsa, Chelabandi, Abdullah Bin Masood, Dulai , Garhi Habibullah, Batrasi, Balakot, Oghi, Boi, Sensa, Gulpur, Kotli, Barali, Dungi, Barnala, Mehmoona Joya, Sarjal, Muridke and Bahawalpur. The terror camps destroyed in Pakistan and PoK in retaliation for Pahalgam attack are Sarjal/Tehra Kalan facility in Narowal, Mehmoona Joya in Sialkot, Markaz Taiba in Muridke, Markaz Subhan Allah in Punjab, Sawai Nala Camp and Markaz Syedna Bilal in Muzaffarabad, Maskar Raheel Shahid in Kotli, Markaz Ahle Hadith in Barnala, Markaz Abbas in Kotli. Operation Sindoor was launched in the wake of the Pahalgam attack on April 22.
Three Held In Hyderabad For Possessing Deer Meat
Hassan Bakran, Hamid Bin Haqani and Shaik Abdul Rahman Badahayya Al Amoodi were picked up during a raid on the house of the first accused
Three arrested for possessing 3 kg deer meat in Hyderabad
Hyderabad: Three persons were arrested on Saturday, May 10, for illegally possessing 3 kg of deer meat. The accused were identified as Hassan Bakran, 50, a resident of Tolichowki; Hamid Bin Haqani,53, a native of Nizamabad; Shaik Abdul Rahman Badahayya Al Amoodi, 54, a resident of Mehdipatnam. Upon interrogation, the accused revealed that Hassan purchased 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 .
Sale of seed potatoes begins in Hassan
Defence agreements with India being amended, says Maldives
The Maldives is amending existing defense agreements with India to safeguard its sovereignty, according to Defence Minister Mohamed Ghassan Maumoon. He clarified that the 74 Indian soldiers previously stationed in the Maldives were unarmed and have been repatriated. These actions follow President Muizzu's pledge to review agreements and ensure national sovereignty, addressing concerns raised by the opposition.
Defence pacts with India being amended, says Maldives
MALE, May 6:The Maldives on Tuesday said existing defence agreements with India are being amended to ensure they do not compromise the Maldives sovereignty and independence, media reports said here. Defence Minister Mohamed Ghassan Maumoon also told Parliament members that 74 Indian soldiers stationed in the Maldives, who were repatriated under an agreement reached with India last year, were unarmed while in the Maldives. Maumoons statements come days after Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu, during a marathon 15 hour press [] The post Defence pacts with India being amended, says Maldives appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
The Spain-Portugal Blackout Is a Warning India Can't Afford to Ignore
The extent to which we digitise government systems has to be critically reassessed, writes Sharique Hassan Manazir.
SC survey: Hassan Deputy Commissioner appeals to public to cooperate
District administration has appointed 1,968 enumerators, one each for every 150 households, and they will make door-to-door visits to collect data on a mobile app, says DC Sathyabhama
Govt. high school in Hassan secures 100% results in SSLC examination for eighth consecutive year
Many parents prefer this school over private schools to ensure their children clear the SSLC
How coffee agroforests can play a role in ecological restoration
A recent study by the Nature Conservation Foundation, in collaboration with owners and managers of agroforests in Hassan and Chikkamagaluru districts, demonstrates the potential of coffee agrosystems as refuge for biodiversity
Vehicles prohibited from May 15 on Hassan bypass due to repair works at railway overbridge
Three from Shivamogga and one in Hassan score perfect 625 in SSLC
Utsav Patel of Hassan scores 625/625 in SSLC exams in Karnataka
He told The Hindu that said he had the support and encouragement of teachers, parents and his elder sister, who is pursuing a course in engineering in Bengaluru
Forest Minister to hold meeting with officers in Hassan on Friday regarding human-elephant conflict
Iran executes high-ranking spy of Mossad
Tehran: Iran has executed a high-ranking spy of Israels Mossad intelligence agency, the media reported. The executed, identified as Mohsen Langarneshin, was convicted of providing field and technical support for Mossads operations in Iran, including the assassination of Hassan Sayyad Khodaei, a member of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps, in Tehran in May 2022, 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 .
Govt. issues notification upgrading Hassan CMC to corporation
Hassan CMC president of JD(S) retains seat with the support of Cong. and BJP
Jharkhand Minister sparks controversy over alleged fake degree, Pakistani links
RANCHI: Minority Affairs Minister Hafizul Hasan, who had hit the headlines recently for his 'Sharia over Constitution' remark , has landed into controversy once again for obtaining a PhD degree from a fake university and his alleged links to Pakistan-based networks. BJP alleged that the institution -- Bharat Virtual Open Educational University, which has conferred PhD degree to Hasan, has no legal status to confer degrees. Sharing photographs on X on April 26, Hasan said, Today, at the convocation ceremony of Bharat Virtual Open Education University, I was awarded an honorary doctorate (PhD) for my work in the social sector. This is a proud moment for me, my family and the people of my area. According to state BJP spokesperson Ajay Shah, this institution is run by some people from the Muslim community and has no legal existence. Shah also claimed that this fake university shows its affiliation with Central Christian University, Africa. After a thorough investigation it was revealed that the Chancellor of this university, Dr. Usman, was awarded the title of Professor by an institution in Islamabad, Pakistan, he said. Based on this revelation, Shah made a serious allegation that the entire network of the degree of Minister Hafizul Ansari appears to be linked to Pakistan. Minister Hafizul Ansari obtained his PhD from a bogus institution called the Bharat Virtual Open Educational University, which has no legal status to confer degrees, said Shah. Citing Section 22 of the UGC Act, 1956, Shah asserted that the university is not recognised by the University Grants Commission (UGC), the Government of India, or the Jharkhand government. (PhD) , pic.twitter.com/rdY0niFeT9 Hafizul Hassan (@hafizulhasan001) April 26, 2025 According to Shah, Ansari resorted to acquiring the degree after failing to qualify through recognised Indian universities. He described the alleged university as a paper institution run by individuals promoting Sharia law, with no official standing under Indian law. He demanded a high-level inquiry into the alleged Pakistan connection to uncover the full extent of any wrongdoing and ensure strict legal action if violations are found. Hafizul Ansari, a senior leader in Jharkhands ruling coalition from Santhal Pargana, currently holds a key ministerial portfolio. Known for his influence among minority communities, Ansari has often been in the spotlight for his outspoken views on socio-religious issues. Earlier, talking to a News Channel, Hafizul Hasan had said, For me, Sharia is more important. We keep the Quran in our chest and the Constitution in our hands... Muslims Walk with Quran in their chest, and the Constitution in their hands. Okay! so we will first hold the Sharia and then the Constitution. Later, he issued a warning that Muslims could take to the streets and resort to violence if provoked, making a veiled reference to the amended Waqf Act. In a video clip Hasan could be seen warning using the phrase maar kaat hoga to emphasise the potential unrest, saying, Muslims are showing patience, but if disturbed, we will take to the streets, and violence will erupt there will be chaos.
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Deputy PM Ishaq Dar meets Acting Afghan PM in Kabul, discusses key issues of mutual interest
ISLAMABAD, Apr 19 : Pakistans Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar on Saturday called on Acting Afghan Prime Minister Mullah Muhammad Hassan Akhund at Kabul and discussed key issues of mutual interest as the two neighbours reset the frayed ties. Dars day-long visit comes amid an intensified drive against illegal Afghan refugees, with Pakistan making it clear that the only way for Afghans to stay in the country was to have entered legally with a visa. Both sides [] The post Deputy PM Ishaq Dar meets Acting Afghan PM in Kabul, discusses key issues of mutual interest appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
