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Last week, Amaravati in Andhra Pradesh witnessed an unusual sight. Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu, Deputy CM and JanaSena Party (JSP) chief Pawan Kalyan, and state minister Nara Lokesh took auto rides to launch the “Auto Driver Sevalo (in the service of auto drivers)” scheme.Over the years, auto drivers in the state, estimated to be around three lakh, have emerged as a key voting bloc both for the ruling Telugu Desam Party (TDP) and the Y S Jagan Mohan Reddy-led YSR Congress Party (YSRCP), which provided an annual financial assistance of Rs 10,000 to them under the “Vahana Mitra” scheme…

New Delhi: A meeting between Maithili Thakur and two senior leaders of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is being viewed as a signal that the folk and devotional singer might contest the upcoming Bihar assembly elections.The possibility of Thakur taking the political plunge, possibly from the Mithila region, arose after she met BJP general secretary Vinod Tawde and Union Minister of State for Home Affairs Nityanand Rai on 5 October.  Following the meeting, party sources told ThePrint that Thakur has expressed a desire to contest the elections on a BJP ticket.  The Election Commission of India (ECI) announced Monday that the Bihar…

The nomination process in Bigg Boss Kannada turned tense as Jahnavi and Rakshita Shetty locked horns, exchanging sharp words during the second week’s nomination.The drama quotient inside the Bigg Boss Kannada house hit new heights this week as the nomination process turned into a heated showdown between Rakshita Shetty and Jahnavi.Also Read:Ashwini Gowda vs Ashwini S N : What really happened inside the Bigg Boss house?In the latest promo shared by Colors Kannada, most contestants were seen nominating Jahnavi for eviction, including Rakshita Shetty, who didn’t hold back while explaining her reasons.ಮನೆಯವ್ರ ಕೆಂಗಣ್ಣಿಗೆ ಗುರಿಯಾದ ಜಾನ್ವಿಬಿಗ್ ಬಾಸ್ | ಸೋಮ-ಶುಕ್ರ ರಾತ್ರಿ 9:30…

After a major contractual fallout with L&T, K-RIDE has decided to re-tender key corridors of the 149-km Bengaluru Suburban Railway Project, aiming to revive the long-delayed urban transport dream.The much-delayed Bengaluru Suburban Railway Project (BSRP) is finally showing signs of revival. After months of uncertainty, K-RIDE (Rail Infrastructure Development Company,  Karnataka) has decided to invite fresh tenders for two stalled corridors, ,Corridor 2 (Benniganahalli-Chikkabanavara, 25.01 km) and Corridor 4 (Heelalige-Rajanukunte, 46.88 km).Also Read:Bengaluru roads dug “10 times in 11 months,” resident’s viral post sparks outrageThe decision was taken at a board meeting chaired by Chief Secretary Shalini Rajneesh, based on…

The 60th Annual Convocation of Bengaluru University is set to be a momentous occasion as it honours three distinguished individuals for their exceptional contributions to society. Karnataka Legislative Assembly Speaker, U T Khader, will be awarded an honorary doctorate in recognition of his extensive public service and efforts to uplift the state. Joining him in receiving honorary doctorates are social worker and former MLC, D. Madegowda, and Dr. T.B. Prasanna, the founder and managing director of J.P. Agri Genetics Pvt. Ltd.Also read: Speaker UT Khader sleeps on road during Hajj Pilgrimage, offers special prayersConvocation ceremony on October 8 at 11:30…

CAIRO (AP) — Peace talks between Israel and Hamas resumed at an Egyptian resort city on Tuesday, the two-year anniversary of the militant group’s surprise attack on Israel that triggered the bloody conflict that has killed tens of thousands of Palestinians in the Gaza Strip.The second day of indirect negotiations at the Red Sea resort of Sharm el-Sheikh is focused on a plan proposed by U.S. President Donald Trump last week that aims to bring about an end to the war.A senior Egyptian official involved in the ceasefire talks said Hamas has demanded guarantees that Israel won’t return to war…

In a swift move responding to public demand, the South Central Railway (SCR) has reversed its decision to cancel the Friday service of the Yesvantpur-Kacheguda Vande Bharat Express. Initially, the train’s Friday operation was set to be suspended, but after consistent feedback from passengers, the railway authorities confirmed that the train will now operate six days a week, including Fridays.Also read: Belagavi set for major connectivity boost with daily flights and Vande Bharat launchThe Vande Bharat Express, which connects Bengaluru and Hyderabad, is known for its speed and convenience, making it a preferred choice for regular commuters, particularly those traveling…

Three pilgrims died after a private sleeper coach bus ploughed into a group of people walking on a padayatra to the Huligemma Devi temple at Huligi in Karnataka’s Koppal district in the early hours of Tuesday, the police said. Several others sustained injuries and were admitted to Koppal District Hospital. The police identified the deceased as Annapoorna, 40, her son Sharanappa, 19, and Prakash, 25, all residents of Tallihala village of Rona taluk in Gadag district. They were part of a group of 15 pilgrims, four of whom have been admitted to hospital for treatment. According to Ram Arasiddi, Superintendent…

England cricketer Liam Livingstone recently announced a major milestone in his personal life, getting engaged to his longtime girlfriend, Olivia Reid. The couple, who have been together since 2023, tied the knot in a private ceremony attended by close family and friends. The engagement marks a special chapter for the star all-rounder, who has captivated fans with his explosive cricketing talent and humble demeanor off the field. Social Media Buzz as Engagement Pictures Go Viral The engagement announcement quickly set social media abuzz, with fans and fellow cricketers alike congratulating the couple. Pictures from the intimate ceremony showed…

BEIJING — Early-season snowfalls have stranded hikers in two mountainous areas in western China, including several hundred at the base of Mount Everest, and forced the closing of trails in a third.In neighboring Nepal, a South Korean climber died after getting caught in a storm while ascending a Himalayan peak just south of Everest. The severe weather struck in the middle of a weeklong national holiday in China, when many flock to national parks and other tourist sites. One person died and more than 200 others were evacuated after hiking into a remote part of Qinghai province.Western China is dominated…