Andhra Pradesh becomes first state to operationalise PM-SETU industry partnership
New Delhi/Visakhapatnam: Andhra Pradesh has become the first state in the country to operationalise an industry partnership under the Centre’s ₹60,000-crore PM-SETU scheme after the National Steering Committee approved the Strategic Investment Plan (SIP)…
Fire breaks out at Bengaluru school; major tragedy averted
Bengaluru: A major fire broke out at Chitrakoot Kaushalya School near Gnanabharathi in Visvesvaraya Layout on Saturday, triggering panic among residents in the area. According to preliminary reports, the blaze erupted on the fifth floor of the school…
Kharge Hails Siddaramaiah’s Legacy, Calls His Tenure a Reflection of Social Justice
New Delhi: Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge on Thursday lauded former Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, describing his political journey as a reflection of social justice, equality and commitment to the welfare of the underprivileged. In a post…
K’taka CLP Meeting Scheduled for Saturday Evening in Bengaluru
Bengaluru: Ending days of speculation over the Congress Legislature Party (CLP) meeting, the party has officially scheduled the crucial gathering for Saturday at 4 pm in the conference hall of Vidhana Soudha in Bengaluru. The meeting will be held after…
‘Not keen on national politics, will stay in Karnataka’: Siddaramaiah
Bengaluru: Hours after stepping down as Karnataka Chief Minister, Siddaramaiah made it clear that he has no interest in national politics and will continue to remain active in state politics. Addressing a joint press conference with Deputy Chief Minister…
‘Who after Siddaramaiah?’ BJP’s Vijayendra slams K’taka Congress infighting
Vijayanagar: Karnataka BJP president B. Y. Vijayendra on Thursday intensified his attack on the ruling Congress amid growing speculation over a possible leadership change in the state. Speaking to reporters in Hospet, Vijayendra said the question of who…
Odisha cop suspended over alleged assault, ‘sindoor smearing’ incident at police station
Bhubaneswar: A police officer in Odisha has been suspended following allegations of assault and misconduct involving a married woman at a police station in Kendrapara district. Sandhyarani Jena, inspector-in-charge (IIC) of Talchua Marine Police Station,…
DK Shivakumar likely to succeed Siddaramaiah? K’taka leadership change talks
Bengaluru: Karnataka politics witnessed a major twist on Thursday after senior Congress leader Siddaramaiah reportedly indicated that he would step down as Chief Minister, triggering intense speculation over a leadership transition in the state. Amid…
AIADMK suffers fresh jolt as ex-minister Vellamandi Natarajan joins TVK
Chennai: In another setback for the opposition All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam, former Tamil Nadu minister Vellamandi Natarajan on Thursday joined Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK). Natarajan joined the party in the presence of TVK general…
IAF’s Suryakiran Aerobatic Team marks 30 years of aerial excellence
Bidar: The Indian Air Force’s famed Suryakiran Aerobatic Team (SKAT) celebrated its 30th anniversary at Air Force Station Bidar, commemorating three decades of precision flying and professional excellence. The celebrations were attended by Air Chief…