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Karnataka

Yellapur murder case: Accused Rafiq Found dead

Karwar Rafiq Yallur, the man who stabbed 30-year-old Ranjita Bansode to death in Kalammanagara locality of Yallapur town, was found dead on Sunday. He had apparently taken his own life in a nearby forest. Rafiq attacked Ranjita by slashing her throat with a knife before fle

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Karnataka

D. Sudhakar offers bagina to V.V. Sagar reservoir

Chitradurga In a ceremonial event at V.V. Sagar Reservoir, District-in-Charge Minister D. Sudhakar performed a ritual offering, marking another milestone for the reservoir. The dam, adorned with colorful floral decorations, witnessed Sudhakar along with legislators B.G. Govind

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Karnataka

Udupi launches 'AkkaPade' for women and children

The new initiative, in collaboration with Home and Women & Child Development departments, aims to provide immediate protection and support to those facing violence or exploitation. Udupi The Karnataka government has formally launched its ambitious ‘AkkaPade’ scheme, a dedic

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Karnataka

Branch canal to flow water by February end: Min D. Sudhakar

Chitradurga branch canal under Bhadra Dam Project nears completion, set for trial water flow by February 2026 Chitradurga The construction of the Chitradurga branch canal under the Bhadra Dam Project is nearing completion, with all previous hurdles resolved. The 114 km cana

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India

Red Fort blast: Accused used 'ghost' SIM cards

New Delhi Investigations into the "white-collar" terror module linked to the blast near Delhi's Red Fort on November 10 last year show that highly educated doctors used a sophisticated web of "ghost" SIM cards and encrypted apps to coordinate with Pakistani handlers, officials

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Bengaluru

Faridabad rape case: Woman assaulted in ambulance, not van

Faridabad A shocking new detail has emerged in the Faridabad gang-rape case, with police confirming that the 25-year-old woman was assaulted inside a private hospital’s ambulance, not a van as initially reported. According to investigators, the two accused, who worked as a dri

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Bengaluru

Govt considering handing Ballari clash case to CID, says HM

Bengaluru The Karnataka government is mulling handing over the probe into the recent violent clashes in Ballari, in which one person was killed, to the CID, Home Minister G Parameshwara said on Sunday. The clashes were triggered by a dispute over tying a banner near BJP MLA

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Bengaluru

Achieving inclusive devpt is our goal: CM Siddaramaiah

Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah urged the Devang community to unite, promote women’s empowerment, and pursue inclusive development through education and organization Quote“When marginalized communities come together in unity, caste divisions lose significance. Organize as one strong

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India

Developments in Venezuela a ‘matter of concern’: India

India expressed concern over Venezuela after a U.S. military operation detained President Maduro, urging dialogue and regional stability New Delhi India on Sunday voiced “deep concern” over the fast-moving developments in Venezuela after the United States reportedly carried

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Karnataka

District launches month-long road safety awareness drive

Chikkaballapur The district administration has announced a special month-long road safety awareness campaign to run until January 30, focusing on reducing accidents and promoting safe driving habits, informed district legal services authority chairperson T.P. Ramalingegowda.

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Karnataka

Road safety awareness: 37th national month observance

During the 37th National Road Safety Month, authorities urged public adherence to traffic rules, promoting helmet use, cautious driving, and accident prevention awareness Gadag Observing the 37th National Road Safety Month-2026, officials have urged everyone to prioritize r

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India

Gig workers need to work for 90 days a year for social security

New Delhi The Centre has proposed draft rules to operationalise the four labour codes, extending crucial social security and welfare protections to gig and platform workers. Under the draft, workers will qualify for benefits if they have completed at least 90 working days with

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Bengaluru

No luggage racks allowed on buses, orders Transport Minister

Bengaluru The Karnataka government has ordered the removal of luggage racks from the tops of all buses and banned the transport of commercial goods to improve safety and reduce fire hazards. Transport Minister Ramalinga Reddy announced the directive on Friday, emphasising that

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