Author: Rahul M

Five people, including two children, died after a fire broke out at an illegal plastic floor mat godown in central Bengaluru on Saturday. The incident took place in a four-storied building located at Nagarathpet close to KR Market. The deceased have been identified as Madan Kumar, 38, his wife Sangeetha, 33, their two children Nitish, 7, and Vihan, 5, and neighbour Suresh Kumar, 26. According to the fire department, the control room received the call around 3.15 am. All victims are suspected to be natives of Rajasthan. Story continues below this ad “Six water bowsers and more than 50 fire…

As India celebrates its 79th Independence Day with the theme New India, Hombale Films has announced a new initiative titled Brands of Bharat. Under this programme, Indian brands are being invited to collaborate with the Kantara universe. The initiative aims to create meaningful opportunities for local brands to reach global markets. According to Hombale Films, Kantara is more than just a movie — it is a tribute to the nation’s culture, land, and beauty. The film has already demonstrated how a rooted story can unite audiences across regions. Carrying this vision forward, Kantara: A Legend Chapter 1 is set for…

The teaser and release date of actor Niranjan Shetty’s upcoming film 31 Days was unveiled by Karnataka Labour Minister Santosh S. Lad. The film is scheduled to release on September 5. Directed by Raj Ravikumar, 31 Days is produced by Nagaveni N. Shetty under the Nstar banner. Niranjan Shetty, who earlier appeared in Jalidays, plays the lead role, with Prajwaly Suvarna as the female lead. The film marks the 150th project of noted music director V. Manohar, who has composed for this film featuring 11 songs. The technical team includes Vinuth K (cinematography), Dhanu Kumar (choreography) and Nikhith Poojary (editing).…

The Karnataka Film Directors Association marked the 79th Independence Day on Friday (August 15, 2025) at its office premises in Gandhinagar. Senior actor and director Ramesh Bhat hoisted the national flag to begin the celebrations. The event was held under the presidentship of Association President N. R. K. Vishwanath. Senior and junior film directors, members of the Karnataka Film Workers, Technicians and Artistes Union, and office bearers were present. Among those who took part were Directors Association Vice President Jagadish Koppa, Secretaries Top Star Renukumar, Joint Secretaries Malavalli Saikrishna, Treasurer Aditya Chikkanna, and members of the Executive Committee. On the…

Days after Kannada film actor Darshan Thoogudeepa’s bail was cancelled in the Renukaswamy murder case, Thoogudeepa’s wife Vijayalakshmi on Saturday said the actor wants work on his film, The Devil, to continue without obstacles. On Instagram, Vijayalakshmi wrote on behalf of Thoogudeepa, “My humble salutations to all Kannada art lovers and my dear fans. I am forever grateful for the love and affection you have shown me – for sharing in my happiness and standing as my strength during times of hardship. Wherever I may be, and however I may be, I always wish for your well-being.” “Whatever the present…

In Alaska, President Vladimir Putin walked on a red carpet, shook hands and exchanged smiles with his American counterpart. Donald Trump ended summit praising their relationship and calling Russia “a big power … No. 2 in the world,” albeit admitting they didn’t reach a deal on ending the war in Ukraine.By Saturday morning Moscow time, Trump appeared to have abandoned the idea of a ceasefire as a step toward peace -– something he and Ukraine had pushed for months -– in favor of pursuing a full-fledged “Peace Agreement” to end the war, echoing a long-held Kremlin position. The “severe consequences”…

When it comes to pre-workout nutrition, most people think of protein shakes or energy drinks. But recently, ghee coffee—a blend of black coffee and a spoonful of ghee (clarified butter)—has gained popularity as a natural energy booster. Rooted in Ayurvedic tradition and now adopted in modern fitness trends, this combination is not unique but also offers several health benefits that make it a great pre-workout choice. 1. Provides Sustained Energy Unlike sugar-loaded pre-workout drinks that cause a sudden spike and crash in energy levels, ghee coffee releases energy slowly. The healthy fats in ghee act as a fuel source, giving…

A safari ride at Bengaluru’s Bannerghatta Biological Park (BBP) took a terrifying turn on Friday when a 12-year-old boy was clawed by a leopard. The child, seated in a non-air-conditioned safari bus, had placed his hand near the window when the leopard leapt onto the vehicle and struck.Park authorities confirmed that the animal clawed the boy while attempting to climb onto the bus. The child was administered first aid immediately and underwent further medical checks. Officials noted that leopards occasionally jump onto safari vehicles and grip the protective mesh covering, a behaviour observed during such rides.Also read: Forest dept. reclaims…

Jason Merritt/Getty Images Plenty of people were familiar with Sacha Baron Cohen from his Emmy-nominated satirical comedy series “Da Ali G Show” by 2006, which is when he brought Kazakhstani reporter Borat Sagdiyev to the big screen in “Borat: Cultural Learnings of America for Make Benefit Glorious Nation of Kazakhstan.” The character of Borat was nearly a decade old by then, having first appeared on the English sketch comedy series “F2F.” In the film, Borat and his producer Azamat Bagatov (Ken Davitian) head to the United States to learn more about the nation…

KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — In Kyiv, Ukrainians living under near daily Russian bombardment watched with astonishment as their country’s most important ally rolled out a red carpet in Alaska for the man they blame for over three years of war, bloodshed and loss.Natalya Lypei, 66, a Kyiv resident, did a double-take. But the images flashing on her phone screen were real: U.S. President Donald Trump greeted Russian President Vladimir Putin warmly and clapped as the Russian leader approached him, after having been escorted into the country by four American fighter jets. Trump also ignored the arrest warrant issued for Putin…