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Lucknow A fresh controversy erupted after Mira Thakur, former Agra district president of the All India Hindu Mahasabha, announced a cash reward of ₹1 lakh for anyone who would “chop Shah Rukh Khan’s tongue,” following his IPL franchise Kolkata Knight Riders’ decision to sign B
New Delhi Congress leader Rahul Gandhi sharply criticised the BJP’s “double-engine government” in Madhya Pradesh after at least 10 people reportedly died due to contaminated drinking water in Indore. He said Prime Minister Narendra Modi remains silent whenever the poor lose th
Poll Survey Withdrawn Bengaluru The Karnataka Congress government has withdrawn a Lok Sabha election survey from its official website following sharp criticism from its own leaders over its findings and release timing. The report, prepared in August 2025 by the Karnataka Mo
Taking aim at Pakistan, Jaishankar linked terrorism to bilateral obligations, saying water-sharing under the IWT depends on good neighbourly conduct, not decades of violence Quote “If a country chooses to continue with terrorism, India has every right to defend its people a
Bengaluru A recent Karnataka survey has found that most citizens believe elections in India are conducted freely and fairly, with trust in electronic voting machines (EVMs) on the rise. The Statewide survey, covering 5,100 respondents across 102 Assembly constituencies in Beng
Kherson Russia on Thursday accused Ukraine of killing at least 24 people, including a child, in a drone attack on a hotel and café during New Year celebrations in a Russian-controlled part of Ukraine’s southern Kherson region. Vladimir Saldo, the Russian-installed governor
New Delhi Continuing a longstanding practice, India and Pakistan on Thursday exchanged lists of nuclear installations and prisoners, the Ministry of External Affairs said. Under the 1988 bilateral agreement prohibiting attacks on nuclear facilities, both countries are requi
Swiss Bar Blast Crans-Montana, Switzerland Several dozen people were killed and around 100 others injured after a powerful explosion and subsequent fire ripped through a crowded bar in the luxury Alpine ski resort of Crans-Montana early Thursday, Swiss police said. The blas
Parameshwara says leadership decisions rest with Congress high command, not him Bengaluru Karnataka Home Minister G. Parameshwara on Thursday clarified that any decision on the state’s Chief Ministership lies solely with the Congress high command. Speaking to the media, he
Deputy CM says state delivered on promises, infrastructure expansion key highlight Bengaluru Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar on Thursday described 2025 as a “successful year” for Karnataka, marked by decisive governance, infrastructure development, and resolution of l
High-level meeting to assess law, order and path to restoring democratic governance New Delhi Union Home Minister Amit Shah will begin the New Year with a high-level review meeting today to assess the security and administrative situation in Manipur, where President’s Rule
VijayapuraIn a significant step towards strengthening sports infrastructure, Vijayapura District Deputy Commissioner Dr. Anand K. instructed concerned officials to ensure all essential facilities are provided at district and urban sports stadiums to enable athletes to perform eff
ChitradurgaThe Vishwakarma community’s indispensable role in human life and Indian civilisation was highlighted during the Amarashilpi Jakanachari Memorial Day celebrations held in Chitradurga on January 1. Addressing the gathering, sculptor C.R. Suresh, General Secretary of the
Mangaluru witnessed sanitation drives, condolence messages, educational announcements, labour meetings and cultural celebrations reflecting civic and social engagement. MangaluruMangaluru on January 1 witnessed a series of significant public, institutional and cultural activit
Senior physician Dr K.G. Kulkarni of Koppal was honoured nationally for over five decades of dedicated service. KoppalVeteran physician Dr K.G. Kulkarni, a respected and widely admired medical practitioner from Koppal, has been conferred with the prestigious National Best Fami
Regional Transport Officer Satish Babu urged motorists to strictly follow traffic rules while inaugurating Road Safety Week. RamanagaraEmphasising the importance of strict adherence to traffic rules to prevent road accidents, Regional Transport Officer (RTO) Satish Babu called
BENGALURU Maruti Suzuki India Limited marked a significant milestone by celebrating the VICTORIS–Indian Car of the Year (ICOTY) 2026 award with a grand cavalcade in Bengaluru on December 30, 2025. The celebratory drive highlighted the company’s continued leadership, innovation
BENGALURU Transport Minister Ramalinga Reddy on Thursday launched the Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation’s (KSRTC) “Sarige Mitra” Human Resource Management System (HRMS) Mobile App (Version 2.0.0), marking a digital push aimed at improving transparency, efficiency and
