The Times of India

State law minister R Nirmal Kumar said the govt was exploring all options to resolve the Cauvery row and prevent Mekedatu dam.

Rajesh Kannur, a physically disabled cricketer, will represent India in England's T20 tournament. He achieved a century in a multinational tournament, a first for Indian PD cricket. Kannur, born to rag-picker parents, lives in a hut without electricity in Vijayapura. He juggles cricket with rag-picking and struggles to afford a proper kit. Society should treat PD cricket equally to encourage players like him.

In an unusual turn of events, a jewellery shop in Tumakuru reported 10 gold rings and two chains missing during their stock inventory. Although the situation first pointed to human theft, surveillance footage surprisingly showed a rat as the mastermind behind the heist. Thankfully, the shop owner quickly located all the stolen jewellery in the trail left by the tiny thief.

Karnataka's Chief Minister requested Tamil Nadu's CM to postpone his visit. Protests intensified across Karnataka over the Cauvery water release order. Tamil Nadu plans to approach the Supreme Court for its water share. Karnataka's government aims to protect state interests and the Mekedatu project. Both states' opposition parties increased pressure on their governments.

Two unidentified men caused outrage in Mico Layout on Thursday night. They smashed flower pots outside homes and hurled verbal abuses. CCTV footage clearly captured the entire incident of vandalism. The men appeared to be under the influence of alcohol as they walked. Police are investigating the incident and will seek complaints from affected residents.

Tamil film screenings have been halted across Karnataka until further notice. Protests erupted over the Cauvery water-sharing dispute, disrupting movie showings. Pro-Kannada groups announced a statewide bandh for August 13 against water release. Farmers and activists forced theatre owners to stop showing Tamil movies. The Karnataka Film Exhibitors Association extended the suspension to all state theatres.

A Bengaluru woman alleged harassment by a food delivery agent after he repeatedly asked to enter her home. The incident, captured in a viral video, involved the agent persistently requesting entry. She refused his repeated requests to come inside her residence for five minutes. The agent then banged on her gate several times after she closed the door. Police advise dialing 112 or using the KSP app for immediate assistance.

Karnataka BJP president B.Y. Vijayendra and party workers were detained protesting water release. They accused the state government of ignoring farmers' interests amid drought warnings. Former Chief Minister B.S. Yediyurappa also criticized the Congress-led government's actions. The Cauvery Water Management Authority directed Karnataka to release water to Tamil Nadu. Karnataka's Chief Minister reviewed the water situation following the recent orders.

In a significant legal development, the Karnataka High Court has temporarily halted Congress MLA Vinay Kulkarni's life sentence, granting him bail concerning the Yogesh Goudar murder case. Previously convicted by a special court alongside fifteen co-defendants, the judge has mandated that Kulkarni secure a personal bond and sureties while remaining compliant with the ongoing investigation and refraining from international travel.

Pro-Kannada groups have called for a statewide bandh on August 13 to protest water release. They oppose the Cauvery Water Management Authority's direction to send water to Tamil Nadu. Karnataka argues it faces a severe water shortage and drought conditions. The authority upheld a recommendation to release 3,500 cusecs daily for fifteen days. This decision has prompted an all-party meeting to discuss opposition to the order.

A student was assaulted by masked individuals on two motorcycles. The attackers questioned his demand for Prime Minister Modi's resignation. He sustained serious leg injuries and required a plaster cast. An FIR has been registered at Jalahalli Police Station. Police are currently investigating the incident and no arrests have been made.

A woman shared a video alleging a Zepto delivery partner repeatedly asked to enter her home. She refused his requests for water and entry, feeling frightened by his persistence. The delivery partner allegedly rang the doorbell and banged on the gate after she declined. She urged Zepto to investigate the incident and criticized the app's complaint system.

A husband allegedly killed his wife and seven-month-old daughter with a hammer. The incident occurred following a domestic dispute late Thursday night in Ballari. Police rushed to the scene and conducted an inspection after receiving information. The bodies have been shifted to the hospital for post-mortem examination. A search is underway for the absconding accused, Honnooru Swamy.

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