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Mining reforms drive India’s sectoral surge forward New Delhi India’s mining sector made strong progress in 2025 after the government rolled out wide-ranging reforms aimed at modernising the industry and improving mineral security, according to the Ministry of Mines. The
The ministry will create a 3–5 year major events calendar for exporters, mandating at least 35% MSME participation, emphasizing new markets and smaller economies NEW DELHIThe government on Wednesday launched a new Market Access Support intervention to help Indian exporters rea
ONDC enables sellers to access multiple buyer apps, reducing entry barriers, boosting competition, and enhancing price transparency for consumers New Delhi The Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC) has reshaped India’s e-commerce sector over the past four years by making
Rare Don Bradman Baggy Green from landmark India series heads to auction Sydney A rare Baggy Green cap worn by legendary Australian batter Sir Donald Bradman during the historic 1947/48 home series against India will go under the hammer next month, offering collectors a uni
Indian stars surge upward in latest ICC update after dominant Sri Lanka series show Dubai India opener Shafali Verma and pacer Renuka Singh Thakur made significant gains in the latest ICC Women’s T20I Player Rankings, while seasoned all-rounder Deepti Sharma continued her r
Udupi BJP leader and Leader of the Opposition in the Karnataka Assembly R. Ashoka on Monday alleged that the state is being run by an organised drug mafia, accusing the Congress government of failing to control the narcotics trade. Addressing reporters in Udupi, Ashoka refe
CH Photo Bengaluru Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar hit back at the Kerala Chief Minister, alleging that he is creating unnecessary political controversy over the demolition of illegal settlements in Kogilu due to fear of defeat in the upcoming Kerala Assembly election
New Delhi The Supreme Court on Monday halted the Delhi High Court’s order that had suspended the life sentence and granted bail to expelled BJP leader and Unnao rape convict Kuldeep Singh Sengar. The stay came while the court was hearing a petition filed by the Central Bureau
Supreme Court stays November 20 Aravalli ruling, reopening definition, mining rules review, forming expert committee for ecological assessment New Delhi The Supreme Court on Monday stayed its own November 20 judgment that had limited the definition of the Aravalli range to
BENGALURU The City Police Department on Monday issued detailed guidelines for New Year celebrations, placing special emphasis on the safety of women and young adults as Bengaluru prepares to welcome the New Year. Addressing a press conference, City Police Commissioner Seema
BENGALURU Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Monday said the State government would hold detailed discussions in the Cabinet on the long-pending demand for reservation in jobs for Kannadigas and take an appropriate decision at the earliest. He asserted that the government would no
BENGALURU A 27-year-old textile businessman, Subham Shukla, a resident of Bagalagunte, has been arrested for allegedly duping a woman of gold and cash worth over ₹75 lakh and sexually assaulting her minor sister. The Bagalagunte police have registered two separate cases agains
Rebuilding book culture BENGALURU Thinker and cultural critic Baraguru Ramachandrappa on Sunday said that true book culture is deeply rooted in sensitivity, while the publishing industry demands rigorous editing, and only a rare few are able to successfully combine both. He
Fresh narcotics seizures expose intelligence lapses, opposition targets Congress government over safety The Janata Dal (Secular) on Monday launched a sharp attack on the Congress-led Karnataka government following the seizure of drugs worth crores of rupees in Bengaluru by the
Police impose vehicle restrictions, diversions to ensure safety and smooth movement With thousands of revellers expected to gather in the Central Business District to usher in the New Year, Bengaluru Traffic Police have issued detailed traffic guidelines and restrictions for M
Shivamogga Dr. G.S. Shivrudrappa, widely acclaimed as a master poet who elevated the beauty of Kannada literature to a divine level, was remembered at a commemorative event titled “GSS: A Remembrance” organized at the Patrika Bhavan under the aegis of Rasthrakavi Dr. G.S. Shiv
Shivamogga Youth Congress workers staged a protest at the railway station against repeated increases in train fares, highlighting the financial burden on ordinary citizens. HC Yogesh and other leaders condemned the central BJP government for implementing frequent fare hikes, c
Hassan Former Prime Minister H.D. Deve Gowda performed a special pooja at the Deveshwara temple in Haradanahalli village, Huttur, in Holenarasipura taluk, Hassan district. Arriving in the village by helicopter, he visited the temple and participated in homa and havan rituals.
