Court raps TVK for abandoning victims, appoints senior officer Asra Garg to lead probe
Chennai
The Madras High Court on Friday constituted a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to probe the Karur stampede that claimed 41 lives during TVK leader and actor Vijay’s September 27 r
India condemns “horrific” human rights violations in Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir, demands Islamabad’s accountability for civilian crackdowns.
New Delhi
India on Friday strongly condemned Pakistan for what it termed “horrific” human rights violations against innocent civilians
The Karnataka High Court has quashed the criminal case against BJP MP Dr. K. Sudhakar, who was accused of seeking help from an IAS officer after the Election Commission’s flying squad seized ₹4.8 crore cash from a co-accused’s residence during the April 2024 Lok Sabha elections.
Thayil Jacob Sony George, popularly known as TJS George, a legendary figure in Indian journalism and literature, passed away on Friday at the age of 97. He was awarded the Padma Bhushan in 2011 in recognition of his outstanding contributions to literature and education.
Born o
‘Neeriddre Nale’ Initiative to Build Water-Secure Karnataka
The Department of Minor Irrigation and Groundwater Development will launch an innovative campaign, “Neeriddre Nale – Water is Future”, on October 9 at the Banquet Hall, Vidhana Soudha, to promote water conservation a
The survey revealed overall progress of 63.46% in Shivamogga district, with Shivamogga city at 56%, Shikaripura 70%, Bhadravati 54%, Soraba 77%, Tirthahalli 57%, and Sagara 62%.
Karnataka’s Congress government, led by Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, has constitutionally conducted
The High Court has stressed that corruption threatens the very foundation of democracy and weakens the rule of law. Allegations of misconduct related to corruption should never be taken lightly by courts or tribunals, the court observed.
A division bench of Justices S. Sunil D
Karnataka Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot emphasized that women’s empowerment is essential for the nation’s progress at Maharani Cluster University convocation.
Karnataka Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot highlighted the critical role of women in nation-building, stating that the prog
DavangereHeavy rains over the past few days have left several city roads filled with potholes, causing severe inconvenience to motorists. Instead of repairing them, municipal officials are now planning to construct German-style roundabouts, drawing public criticism.
Motorists
Haveri
“Monasteries and temples play a vital role in preserving the country’s culture and traditions. They serve as important centers of peace, tranquility, and equality among all people,” said Syed Ajjampir S. Khadri, Chairman of HESCOM Corporation.
Speaking at the groundb
Haveri
An FIR has been registered at Hanagal police station against five individuals, including Shiggavi MLA Yasir Ahmed Khan Pathana, in connection with a land encroachment case. Advocate Fakiragouda Veeranagouda Patil had filed a private complaint in court regarding the inci
Rain havoc
Vijayapura
Due to heavy rains across Talikote taluk, farmers are facing difficulties in harvesting their crops. It has become difficult to even get half of the harvest, the farmers are saying.
Most of the fields here are rice fields. The cotton has been damag
MLA J.T. Patil highlighted the pivotal role of Gram Panchayats in driving rural development during an inauguration event in Bagalkot.
BagalkotMLA J.T. Patil emphasized that the Gram Panchayat is the strongest institution in a democratic system. He stated that the Gram Panchaya
India, Russia mark 25 years strategic partnership
New Delhi
India and Russia on Friday marked 25 years of their Strategic Partnership, first formalised on October 3, 2000, by former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee and Russian President Vladimir Putin. Russian Ambassador
Chaitanyanand allegedly targeted EWS female students at Sri Sharda Institute, luring them at night and threatening academic harm; police dubbed his room the “torture room.”
New Delhi
A Delhi court on Friday remanded ‘Swami’ Chaitanyanand Saraswati — accused of molesting 17
425 senior officers, including IAS, IPS, and allied services, attended a session at IIIDEM in New Delhi
New Delhi
Ahead of the Bihar Assembly elections, the Election Commission of India (ECI) on Friday conducted a detailed briefing for General, Police, and Expenditure Obser
The Karnataka High Court has dismissed IPS officer Rupa Moudgil’s petition seeking call data records (CDR) of IAS officer Rohini Sindhoori, terming it unnecessary and irrelevant. Moudgil had filed the plea as part of a defamation suit against Rohini over allegedly objectionable F
Bengaluru is already feeling the festive buzz ahead of Diwali, with firecracker sales picking up, particularly in the outskirts and border towns like Hosur. Traders report strong demand as residents prepare to celebrate, signalling a promising season for the industry. Keshava V,