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India

Cheating case: EOW grills Shilpa Shetty for five hours

Mumbai Bollywood actress Shilpa Shetty was questioned by Mumbai Police’s Economic Offences Wing (EOW) for about four and a half hours in connection with an alleged cheating case involving over Rs 60 crore. The case also involves her husband, Raj Kundra, though their exact role

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News

The New Giants of India’s Skyline: Mega High-Rise Projects

In 2025, Mumbai, often hailed as India’s economic and entertainment capital, is set to witness completion of some of the tallest residential skyscrapers in the country. The Palais Royale in Worli, standing at a towering height of 320 meters with 88 floors, is poised to become the

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News

The rise of India’s tallest residential skyscrapers

India’s tallest residential skyscraper, Palais Royale in Mumbai, stands as a symbol of groundbreaking luxury living and architectural brilliance in 2025. At 320 meters tall with 88 floors, it is redefining what it means to experience upscale urban living in the country’s financia

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Sports

India’s top riders shine at South Zone qualifier in Mumbai

ARC Hosts FEI Dressage World Challenge MumbaiThe Amateur Riders’ Club (ARC) successfully hosted the South Zone qualifier of the Federation Equestre Internationale (FEI) Dressage World Challenge – India Team selection at its premier Dressage Arena, located at the heart of Mahal

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Business

Minister Manohar Lal to represent India at G20 Energy Meet

Union Power to highlight the country’s renewable energy progress and commitment to a sustainable global energy future. New Delhi Union Power Minister Manohar Lal will represent India at the G20 Energy Transitions Ministerial Meeting, scheduled in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

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Karnataka

Majestic Jumbos Bid Emotional Adieu to Mysuru

Shyam Sundar Vattam Mysuru It was an emotional Sunday morning in Mysuru as 14 elephants that took part in the famous Mysuru Dasara 2025 festival were given a grand farewell. After two months of training, celebrations, and devotion, the gentle giants were ready to return to

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Karnataka

Karnataka BJP chief predicts political shake-up

Mysuru Karnataka BJP president B Y Vijayendra on Sunday predicted major political changes in the state after the Bihar Assembly elections, hinting at a possible leadership change within the ruling Congress. Speaking to reporters, Vijayendra said internal confusion and power tu

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India

Wangchuk demands probe into civilian deaths in Leh

Leh Activist and engineer Sonam Wangchuk, currently held in Jodhpur jail, has demanded an independent judicial inquiry into the deaths of four civilians during protests in Leh on September 24. In a letter shared by his lawyer Mustafa Haji, Wangchuk said he would remain in jail

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Karnataka

Support Price Set at Rs 7,263 per Quintal for Groundnut

Haveri Soybean and groundnut cultivation has been carried out extensively across the district during the current monsoon season, and harvesting is underway in most areas. The district administration has made arrangements to purchase these crops under the government’s support p

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Karnataka

Always Ready to Serve People: Ramesh Katti

Belagavi “The people of the taluk, both religious and secular, have raised our family with love and trust. Our family is indebted to their love. We are always ready to serve the people,” said former MP and BDCC Bank Director Ramesh Katti. He spoke at the Vishwaraja Sugar F

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Karnataka

Channamma’s Legacy Inspires Girls, Says MLA Siddu Savadi

Bagalkot MLA Siddu Savadi emphasized that the courageous life of Kittur Rani Channamma should serve as a guiding light for girls, inspiring them to embrace her principles and realize that they can achieve anything. He spoke at the 247th Jayanthyutsava and 201st Vijayotsava of

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Karnataka

Villages Boycott Caste Census Over Network Issues

Shivamogga Four villages in Sagar Taluk have decided to abstain from participating in the state government’s social and educational survey due to long-standing mobile network issues, highlighting the challenges of conducting such initiatives in remote areas. The villages—Barur

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Karnataka

Annual Plan Helpful for Rural Development: MLC Yathindra

Gadag “Lower-level annual plans are very helpful for rural development. By formulating proper plans, it is possible to achieve great development in villages,” said MLC Dr. Yathindra Siddaramaiah. He spoke after participating in a workshop on preparing an annual district develo

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Karnataka

Protest Opposes Medical College Under PPP Model

Vijayapura Members of various organisations have launched a sit-in protest against the state government's proposal to establish a medical college on Public-Private-Partnership (PPP) model. While the agitators have received full support from Sugar and Textile Minister Shiva

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Karnataka

BJP is Trying to Subvert Electoral System: AICC Secretary

Davanagere AICC Secretary Mayura Jayakumar accused the BJP of attempting to undermine India’s democracy and the electoral system established by freedom fighters under Mahatma Gandhi for the nation’s development. Speaking at the launch of the Vote Chori signature collection

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Karnataka

CM’s October 6 Visit Sparks Controversy Over Saffron Garland

Koppal Chief Minister Siddaramaiah’s visit to the district headquarters on October 6 stirred tensions after police reportedly pressured the removal of a saffron garland at the Tulja Bhavani temple in Bhagyanagar. The garland, tied in rows by the Somavamsha Sahasrarjuna Ksha

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Karnataka

MP Accused of Monopolising Stone Crusher Business

Koppal MP K Rajashekar Hitnal was accused by the District Contractors' Association of monopolising the stone crusher business in the district. A press note issued by the association claims that MP Hitnal launched an agency named Prerana, comprising all crusher owners in the di

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