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Ganesha Pandals Embrace Dharmasthala Theme Hubballi Dharmasthala, which has recently been in the spotlight following the alleged mass burial case, has emerged as the central theme for many Ganesha pandals across Hubballi-Dharwad and parts of North Karnataka. To show solidar
Despite crores allocated under SCP and TSP, hostel facilities at SC/ST residential degree colleges remain non-functional, forcing students to depend on social welfare hostels. Haveri Providing basic infrastructure and educational facilities plays a crucial role in encourag
Dharwad Deputy Commissioner Divya Prabhu visited several villages in the district to inspect farmlands affected by heavy rains and crop damage. Although the fields looked green, she observed that the crops were unhealthy, with no pods on the plants, indicating a situation of “
South Indian actor Ravi Mohan has officially stepped into film production by launching his own banner, Ravi Mohan Studios, in Chennai. The grand event was attended by several well-known stars including Shiva Rajkumar, Sivakarthikeyan, Karthi, SJ Suryah, and Genelia, making it a s
Actress Sheena Chohan is preparing intensively for her upcoming Telugu pan-India action thriller Jatsyam Maranam Dhruvam. To step into the role of a fearless IPS officer, she is undergoing rigorous martial arts training in Hyderabad. Her daily schedule includes 90 minutes of prac
Malayalam superstar Mohanlal has stirred excitement among fans by unveiling a moving new poster for his upcoming film Hridayapoorvam, which is set to release during Onam 2025. Along with the poster, he announced that the much-awaited trailer would be out today at 5 PM IST, giving
Fans of Ravi Teja will have to wait a little longer for his much-awaited action-comedy Mass Jathara. Sithara Entertainments has officially confirmed that the film, which was initially planned for release on August 27, 2025, has been postponed. The makers cited industry-wide strik
Actor Saiyami Kher has joined Akshay Kumar and Saif Ali Khan in Priyadarshan’s new film Haiwaan, which recently began shooting in Kochi. Sharing her excitement, Saiyami said stepping onto the sets was an emotional moment. She recalled her childhood memories of watching Akshay
Sandalwood star Shivarajkumar is set to play the lead in the upcoming film Dad, a project that has already generated buzz with its intriguing title. The movie had its grand launch at the historic Nandi Temple on Chamundi Hill, Mysuru, where the traditional muhurtha ceremony was h
NEW DELHI Shares of Vodafone Idea (Vi) fell sharply on Tuesday, dropping 9.19% in intra-day trading and declining over 16% year-to-date, following the government’s announcement that no fresh relief would be provided on adjusted gross revenue (AGR) dues. Minister of State for C
PATNA The Bihar cabinet, led by Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, on Tuesday approved 26 proposals, including major land acquisitions aimed at promoting industrial development across the state. As part of the Bihar Industrial Investment Encouragement Package, 2025, the government s
OYO Market Debut PUNE OYO, the global travel tech company, is reportedly planning to file its Draft Red Herring Prospectus (DRHP) in November, targeting a $7–8 billion valuation for its initial public offering (IPO), according to sources familiar with the matter. The compan
PUNEApple announced on Tuesday that its fourth retail store in India will open at Koregaon Park, Pune, on September 4, following the recent launch of its Bengaluru store in Hebbal. This expansion reflects the tech giant’s growing offline presence in one of its largest global mark
US to enforce 50% tariffs on Indian exports from August 27, sparing pharma and electronics. New DelhiThe United States on Tuesday issued a draft notice enforcing additional duties on Indian goods, raising the total tariff to 50%, effective from August 27. The measure, implemen
PM Modi inaugurated Maruti Suzuki’s first global electric vehicle, the e-Vitara, from Gujarat, marking a major push for “Made in India” EVs. Ahmedabad Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday inaugurated Maruti Suzuki’s first global battery electric vehicle (BEV), the e-Vita
We Count on India’s Contribution to Ending War: Zelenskyy KYIVUkrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Tuesday expressed gratitude to Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his Independence Day greetings and emphasized Ukraine’s reliance on India’s contribution to ending t
Pakistan evacuates 150,000 residents in Punjab ahead of potential flooding following India’s dam water release warning. LAHORE Pakistan has evacuated over 150,000 residents from areas along three rivers in Punjab province after receiving a warning from India about the plann
Ganesh Chaturthi is one of the most widely and joyously celebrated Hindu festivals across India, marking the birth of Lord Ganesha, the beloved elephant-headed deity of wisdom, prosperity, good fortune, and removal of obstacles. Among the states of India, Karnataka stands out for
