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Man Arrested in Haveri for Threatening Bollywood Star Salman Khan!
Haveri: In a significant breakthrough, Haveri police arrested a man on Wednesday (Nov 6) who allegedly issued threats to Bollywood actor Salman Khan. The arrest was made based on information provided by the Mumbai police. The accused, identified as Bikaram from Rajasthan, was residing in Goudar Oni in Haveri. He worked as an iron grill maker and had moved to…
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Bengaluru Metro’s Big Leap: 175 km of New Lines Coming Soon! Here’s What to Expect
Bengaluru: Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar announced that approximately 30 km of new metro lines will be available for public use by 2025, with an ambitious 175 km expansion slated for completion by 2026. On Wednesday, Shivakumar personally inspected the trial run of the extended metro route on the Green Line, stretching from Nagasandra to Madavara on Tumakuru Road. Accompanied…
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Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah Summoned in MUDA Site Allotment Case
The Lokayukta police have summoned Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah for questioning on November 6 concerning the Mysuru Urban Development Authority (MUDA) site allotment case. Speaking to reporters in Shiggaon, Siddaramaiah said he would meet the Lokayukta officials and face the questioning on that day. On October 25, Siddaramaiah’s wife, Parvathi BM, was questioned by the Lokayukta in relation to the…
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Belagavi Prepares Historic Session, Former US Prez Obama Likely to Attend
Belagavi is set to host a special joint legislative session in recognition of the 100th anniversary of the All India Congress Committee (AICC) meeting, chaired by Mahatma Gandhi in 1924. This historic session will take place at the Suvarna Soudha in Belagavi, and notable international dignitaries are anticipated to attend, including former U.S. President Barack Obama, who has been formally…
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Known Kannada Director Guruprasad Dies by Suicide
Kannada film director Guruprasad, renowned for his superhit movie “Matha,” allegedly died by suicide at his apartment in Madanayakana Halli, Bengaluru. He was 52 years old. Local residents alerted the police after a foul smell was detected emanating from his flat. The reason behind his tragic decision remains unknown at this time. This is a developing story, and more details…
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Yatnal Urges PM Modi to Nationalize Waqf Properties, Cites Land Rights Concerns
Vijayapura: In a strong appeal to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Basanagouda R. Patil Yatnal, Vijayapura MLA has called for the nationalisation of Waqf properties across India, citing concerns over property rights and alleged overreach by Waqf Boards. In his letter dated October 20, 2024, Yatnal expressed grievances about what he perceives as inequitable practices enforced by Waqf Boards, arguing that…
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Guarantee Schemes Will Continue Unchanged: DK Shivakumar
Bengaluru: Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar assured the public that the state government has no intention of discontinuing any of its five flagship guarantee schemes, including the popular Shakti scheme. Addressing reporters here on Thursday at the Karnataka Pradesh Congress Committee (KPCC) office, Shivakumar clarified that recent remarks of his had been misconstrued. He emphasized, “There is absolutely no question…
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Hundreds of Trees Illegally Cut for Yash’s Toxic Movie, Forest Min Orders Action
Bengaluru – The unauthorized felling of hundreds of trees during the filming of the movie Toxic has surfaced, with satellite images reportedly capturing evidence of this significant ecological violation. In response, the Forest Department has announced intentions to pursue stringent legal action against those responsible. On Tuesday, Karnataka’s Forest Minister, Eshwar B. Khandre, expressed his concerns in a statement on…
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Kumaraswamy Mocks: “Bengaluru Becoming Venice, Not Singapore Under DK Shivakumar”
Bengaluru: Union Minister HD Kumaraswamy took a jibe at Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar, who had previously vowed to develop Bengaluru to the standards of Singapore. However, Kumaraswamy remarked that instead of achieving that vision, the city has been transformed into something resembling Venice under the current government’s tenure. Speaking to reporters, Kumaraswamy said, “I visited Venice about 25 years…
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Belagavi-Bengaluru Flight Cancellation: MP Jagadish Shettar Seeks Urgent Action from IndiGo and Government
Belagavi: In a significant development for air travel in Karnataka, Belagavi MP Jagadish Shettar met with Union Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu in New Delhi to address the impending cancellation of IndiGo Airlines’ daily morning flight between Belagavi and Bengaluru, effective October 27, 2024. The flight, which has been operating at an impressive 82% capacity, serves as a vital…
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