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Hubballi The central government has approved the allocation of 200 electric buses to the North West Karnataka Road Transport Corporation (NWKRTC) under the PM E-Drive scheme, paving the way for green public transport in the twin cities in the near future. Of the sanctioned
KYIV/WARSAW Russia carried out air and drone strikes on Ukraine’s capital, Kyiv, on Sunday, killing at least four, prompting heightened NATO vigilance in the Baltic region. Danish Defence Ministry reported drones over multiple defence facilities, leading NATO to deploy multip
WASHINGTON D.C President Donald Trump is set to meet the top four congressional leaders at the White House today, in a bid to prevent a federal government shutdown. The meeting will include House Speaker Mike Johnson, Senate Majority Leader John Thune, House Democratic Leader
JERUSALEM/Gaza City The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) reported that since Saturday, it has targeted approximately 140 terror sites across Gaza, striking military compounds and combat structures. According to the IDF, the Israel Air Force employed anti-tank missiles to dismantle
KYIV A relentless Russian aerial assault lasting over 12 hours has killed at least four people and injured more than 70 across Ukraine, President Volodymyr Zelensky said. The victims included a 12-year-old girl, with the majority of projectiles targeting the capital, Kyiv. Nea
Hyderabad As part of its campaign for the upcoming Jubilee Hills Assembly by-election, Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) on Sunday distributed “Congress Debt Cards” to remind citizens of what it called unfulfilled promises by the ruling party. BRS Working President K.T. Rama Rao (K
New Delhi A Delhi court on Sunday sent Chaitanyananda Saraswati, a self‑styled godman accused of sexual harassment, to five days’ police custody for questioning. Duty Magistrate Ravi ordered the custody after hearing the case. Saraswati, 62, was arrested from a hotel in Agr
Mumbai Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Sunday reviewed the flood situation in Solapur and Beed districts, directing authorities to strengthen relief and rescue operations amid heavy rainfall in Marathwada. He stressed ensuring citizens’ safety and proactive eva
Shimla Himachal Pradesh’s Spiti Valley has been recognised as India’s first Cold Desert Biosphere Reserve under UNESCO’s Man and the Biosphere (MAB) programme. The honour was announced at the 37th MAB-ICC meeting in Hangzhou, China, held from September 26 to 28. With this,
New Delhi The Election Commission of India (ECI) on Sunday announced the deployment of 470 Central Observers to oversee the upcoming Bihar Assembly elections and eight bye-elections across the country, aiming to ensure fairness, transparency, and greater voter participation.
Belagavi A large number of farmers in Belagavi district have been deceived by fake seeds, fertilisers, and pesticides. The affected farmers are now demanding compensation for crop loss and action against the accused. Prakash Naik, a farmer leader, said the vigilance unit of
Dharwad The state govt has approved 15 new tourist spots for district. Earlier, 15 locations played an important role in promoting the nation's economy and building its image, brand value, and identity. Temples, archaeological sites, lakes, and parks have been added. With 30 s
Raichur A grant of Rs 850 crore has been released for the Kalyan Karnataka region under the Health Innovation Scheme, with 70 percent of the projects completed and the tender process underway, said Health Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao. He made the announcement while inaugurating t
Belagavi Continuous rains over the past two days in Savadatti taluk have caused widespread disruption, damaging property and affecting daily life. Rainwater entered several homes, while many roads were flooded due to blocked ditches. In multiple locations, house walls collapse
Puttur The rape and cheating case filed in Puttur against engineering student Krishna J. Rao has taken a new turn, with DNA tests confirming that he is the biological father of the complainant’s child. The complainant, a former classmate of the accused, gave birth on June 2
MangaluruThe Ramakshetriya Seva Sangha (R) organised an Abhinandana Samarambha felicitation programme at Palemar Garden Hall, Morgans Gate, on Sunday, recognising the contributions of eminent doctors and a sportsperson from Dakshina Kannada. The event was inaugurated with the
Mangaluru The Dakshina Kannada Swimming Association awarded nearly ₹1.75 lakh in cash prizes to 60 swimmers and eight coaches from the district at its annual general meeting for the 2024-25 season. The awards recognised athletes who excelled at state and national-level competi
Puttur Tilakananda Poojary, also known as Prashanth Poojary (33), a resident of Arbi Mane, Bajattur village in Uppinangady, passed away under suspicious circumstances in Dubai last week. His mortal remains arrived in his native village after overcoming legal and administrative
