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India

Uttarakhand Hit by 3.1 Magnitude EarthquakePithoragarh

A mild earthquake of magnitude 3.1 struck Pithoragarh in Uttarakhand on Friday at 4:22 pm, with a depth of 10 km, according to the National Centre for Seismology. The quake’s epicentre was recorded at 30.03°N latitude and 80.69°E longitude. Further details about its impact are aw

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India

Pahalgam Terror Attack Severely Impacts J&K Tourism: MLA Sadiq

J&K MLA Tanvir Sadiq says Pahalgam terror attack caused massive tourism losses, urges statehood restoration for full recovery. Kochi Jammu and Kashmir MLA Tanvir Sadiq has highlighted the severe economic impact of the Pahalgam terror attack on the region’s tourism sector, e

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India

Misri Holds Talks with EU PSC to Strengthen Ties

PSC visits India, meets Foreign Secretary, explores defence, security, and strategic cooperation New Delhi Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri held talks with the Political and Security Committee (PSC) of the Council of the European Union on Friday, according to a statement by t

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Karnataka

District Marks World Schizophrenia Day with Awareness ProgramGadag

The District Administration, Zilla Panchayat, District Health and Family Welfare Department, District Mental Health Programme Division, Information and Public Relations Department, Taluk Health Officers’ Office, and Sankanur Institute of Nursing Science jointly organized an event

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Karnataka

Congress Rule Could Empower Anti-Nationals: MP

Shivamogga MP BY Raghavendra strongly criticized the Congress, claiming that if the party comes to power, anti-national forces will gain confidence and mental courage. Speaking to the media on Friday, he said that under Congress rule at both the Centre and the state, such forc

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Karnataka

Major Tourist Fort Developed with Rs. 28.40 Cr Investment

Fort redeveloped with Rs. 28.40 crore; further upgrades planned to improve tourist facilities and accessibility. Chitradurga The district’s prominent tourist attraction, the Fort, has been developed at a cost of Rs. 28.40 crore, including the installation of a sound and lig

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Karnataka

Satish Jarkiholi Calls for Preserving Basavanna’s Ideologies

Satish Jarkiholi urges preserving Basavanna’s teachings through the Basava Culture Campaign to inspire future generations. Belagavi District In-charge Minister Satish Jarkiholi emphasized that Basavanna’s ideas must be preserved as long as the earth exists, commending the B

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India

Rahul says vote theft issue bigger than Modi’s Manipur visitJunagadh

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Friday said that Manipur has faced problems for a long time, and Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s scheduled visit to the north-eastern state is not a big deal. Speaking to reporters at Keshod airport in Junagadh, Gujarat, Gandhi emphasised that the m

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India

Mini Bhagavad Gita, Modi Cutout book draw crowds at book fair

A miniature Bhagavad Gita and a Modi cutout book have become star attractions at the National Book Fair in Lucknow. Lucknow At the ongoing National Book Fair in Lucknow’s Balrampur Garden, two unusual books have caught the public’s attention—a miniature edition of the Bhaga

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India

SC on Firecracker Ban

SC asks why firecracker ban only limited to Delhi-NCR New Delhi The Supreme Court questioned why the firecracker ban applies only to Delhi-NCR, stressing that clean air is a right for all citizens, not just for residents of the capital. Chief Justice of India observed that

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India

Operation Sindoor was reality check for India: Defence Secy

Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar said India is close to finalising collaboration with a global engine manufacturer to co-develop fighter jet engines with DRDO. Pune Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh on Friday said Operation Sindoor has acted as a wake-up call, highlighting

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Bengaluru

Near-Tip Over of School Bus Underscores Poor Road Conditions

On Friday, a school bus carrying around 20 children narrowly avoided toppling into a cratered section of the Panathur–Balagere road, exposing serious road safety issues in the city. The bus had to be evacuated through the back door as terrified students were rescued, highlighting

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Bengaluru

White topping work closes Rajkumar Road

Motorists in Bengaluru are facing significant traffic disruptions as white topping work continues on Dr. Rajkumar Road, a key route connecting Majestic to Tumakuru Road. The ongoing construction, expected to last for the next three months, has forced traffic authorities to implem

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Bengaluru

Chikkaballapur plans International Democracy Day celebrations

CH NEWS The district administration has announced detailed preparations for the upcoming International Democracy Day on September 15, including cycle and bike rallies, to be held in collaboration with all government departments. District Commissioner P.N. Ravindra, presiding o

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Bengaluru

Royal China brings Cantonese dining to Bengaluru

CH NEWS Royal China, the celebrity-favourite Cantonese fine dining brand, has launched its newest outlet in Bengaluru, further extending its legacy across India. Since its debut in London and expansion to India in 2003, Royal China has aimed to make authentic Cantonese cuisine

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Bengaluru

Car blaze averted near CM’s Bengaluru residence

Driver’s Quick Action Prevents Major Fire, Ensures Traffic Safety A quick-thinking driver prevented a major fire accident on Windsor Manor bridge, just 200 metres from the official residence of Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, in central Bengaluru on Friday. The incident

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Bengaluru

Metro Fare Delay

Tejasvi Surya criticizes delay in metro fare report release The Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL) has finally made public the long-awaited Fare Fixation Committee (FFC) report, seven months after implementing a controversial fare hike in February 2025. The incre

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