Author: Rahul M

The Siddaramaiah-led government Thursday announced that it will award actors Vishnuvardhan and B Saroja Devi posthumously with the Karnataka Ratna – the highest civilian prize in the southern state. The government also decided to recommend the name of Jnanpith prize-winning writer Kuvempu (pen name of Kuppalli Venkatappa Puttappa) for the Bharat Ratna. The decision to honour Vishnuvardhan, who passed away in 2009, comes in the wake of a controversy following the demolition of his memorial in Bengaluru. His memorial, located at Abhiman Studio –where the actor was cremated following his death – was pulled down in the first week of…

In a move underscoring Europe’s independent trade strategy, the European Union is accelerating negotiations for a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) with India, even as U.S. President Donald Trump urges the bloc to impose up to 100% tariffs on Indian for continued purchase of Russian oil. Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal said that 60%-65% of the chapters have already been finalised, and the agreement will be concluded substantially soon. The 13th round of EU-India FTA talks kicked off in New Delhi on Monday, with EU Trade and Food Commissioner Maroš Šefčovič and Agriculture Commissioner Christophe Hansen scheduled to arrive in India on…

ImphalSeptember 11, 2025 08:33 PM IST First published on: Sep 11, 2025 at 08:33 PM IST Two days before Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s proposed visit to Manipur, the apex group of Nagas in the state on Thursday temporarily lifted its “trade embargo” on transit routes passing through Naga-majority districts. In a statement, the United Naga Council (UNC) said it decided to lift the blockade following the government’s request. “The organisation held an emergency meeting in Senapati district and decided to temporarily suspend the indefinite blockade from 6 pm on Thursday,” it said. Key highways through which goods enter the state,…

Australia’s list of injured players has expanded with all-rounder Aaron Hardie being ruled out of the upcoming Australia A tour of India due to a shoulder injury. Hardie will miss both the four-day matches against India A and the subsequent one-day series. His replacement for the one-day matches is yet to be announced. Victoria all-rounder Will Sutherland, who was already named in the one-day squad, will join the Australia A team for the second four-day match scheduled in Lucknow. Neither Hardie nor Sutherland will feature in the first game starting on September 16, but Sutherland will be available for the…

LONDON (AP) — For more than three years, Ukraine has waged an almost nightly battle against Russian attack drones. NATO on Wednesday got a taste of that fight.Polish authorities said they detected 19 violations of their airspace, prompting a million-dollar response as fighter jets were scrambled and Patriot air defense systems placed on alert. Up to four drones were shot down with the help of NATO allies. The incursion, which lasted for several hours, showed NATO’s vulnerability to drone warfare. Russian authorities said they didn’t target Poland, and Belarus, a close ally, said some of the drones “lost their course”…

In the quest for a flatter stomach and improved health, two natural remedies often rise to the top of the conversation: apple cider vinegar (ACV) and lemon water. Both are hailed for their detoxifying and fat-burning benefits—but which one is more effective when it comes to targeting belly fat? Let’s break down the science, benefits, drawbacks, and real-life results of both. Understanding Belly Fat Add Zee News as a Preferred Source Before diving into comparisons, it’s important to understand that belly fat, especially visceral fat, is not just a cosmetic concern—it’s linked to serious health risks like heart disease, diabetes,…

BJP leaders have teared into the Siddaramaiah-led Karnataka government’s plans to rename the Shivajinagar metro station in Bengaluru after Saint Mary with Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis terming it an insult to Chhatrapati Shivaji, the Maratha warrior king. Siddaramaiah recently revealed his government’s intention to recommend to the Centre to rename the station part of the under-construction Pink Line. He said the government had received a request during the annual feast at St Mary’s Basilica. Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar claimed there is nothing unusual in responding to such community requests. But on Thursday, Fadnavis condemned the planned move in…

Are you hitting snooze more times than you’d like to admit? Struggling to feel awake and ready for the day? Before you reach for that first cup of coffee, try this 15-minute bed-friendly morning exercise routine designed to kickstart your day with natural energy and mental clarity. Why Bed Exercises? Morning bed exercises are gentle on your body but powerful in impact. You don’t even need to get up—just 15 minutes of movement in bed can: Add Zee News as a Preferred Source Stimulate blood circulation Release feel-good endorphins Loosen up stiff muscles Improve mood and focus Set a…

Bengaluru’s Yellow Line Metro services faced a major disruption now when a train was halted at Jayadeva Metro Station for over eight minutes, causing inconvenience to hundreds of commuters.The stoppage occurred after the train doors failed to close properly due to overcrowding inside the coaches. Metro officials said the unusually high passenger load has made it difficult to manage door operations, resulting in frequent delays.Also read: NGT puts brakes on Bengaluru’s ₹19,000-cr twin tunnel project over EIA, eco concernsDaily ridership on the Namma Metro Yellow Line has surged sharply since its partial launch, with passenger volume far exceeding operational capacity.…

New Delhi, Sep 11 (PTI) A delegation of leaders from the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) met the full bench of Election Commission of India on Thursday over the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise in Bihar. Talking to the media after the meeting, RJD Rajya Sabha MP Manoj Jha said they discussed the SIR in detail and were assured by the poll panel that they will make the procedure simpler and bring more transparency. “We had around a two-hour long meeting, with all aspects of SIR, deletions, objections, period, postal ballot, and we presented the RJD’s perspective on all issues.…