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The Karnataka Government Monday launched the Local Economy Accelerator Program (LEAP), a ₹1,000 crore initiative aimed at transforming the state’s innovation landscape beyond Bengaluru. Aimed at generating five lakh jobs and building startup ecosystems in tier‑2 and tier‑3 cities of Karnataka, LEAP will be implemented over five years. Addressing a news conference, Karnataka Minister of Electronics, Information Technology and Biotechnology Priyank Kharge highlighted that Bengaluru remained a global technology hub. “LEAP is focused on extending this success to emerging clusters such as Mysuru-Chamarajanagar, Mangaluru-Udupi, Hubbali-Belagavi-Dharwad, Tumkur, Kalaburagi, and Shivamogga,” he said. Story continues below this ad According to Kharge, the…

CAIRO (AP) — Egyptian authorities announced on Monday the presidential pardon of prominent activist Alaa Abd el-Fattah, who has been in prison for almost all of the past 12 years.A statement from the president’s office said that another five prisoners were also pardoned. It wasn’t immediately clear when they will walk free.The activist’s lawyer, Khaled Ali, told The Associated Press on Monday that Abd el-Fattah is expected to be released from Wadi Natron Prison, just north of Cairo, immediately after the state’s decision is published in the country’s official gazette, which he said was likely within the next two days.Laila…

The world-famous Mysuru Dasara festivities began today with grandeur, blending tradition and cultural vibrancy. Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Banu Mushtaq inaugurated the celebrations at Chamundi Hill, marking the formal start of the ten-day festival.The opening day saw a flurry of events across the city. At the historic Mysore Palace, Yaduveer Krishnadatta Chamaraja Wadiyar held the traditional private durbar, with the golden throne brought from the palace strongroom under tight security. This rare ritual, observed only once a year, drew considerable attention.Also read: Mysuru basks in the rich glory and heritage of world-famous Dasara with royal private darbar traditionsSimultaneously, multiple events…

The agitation that transpired in Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh, regarding an “I Love Muhammad” banner has begun to extend to other regions of the nation. The Islamists claimed that a First Information Report (FIR) was submitted due to the poster, and have been engaging in violent demonstrations throughout the country. On 21st September, a mob caused significant unrest in Unnao as well. According to reports, more than 100 individuals from the Muslim community organized a protest march without the required permissions. This gathering included both men and a large number of women. During the procession, slogans such as “Sar tan se…

Airborne Pathogens – The Hidden Health Hazard: A recent Bose Institute study highlights that microscopic PM2.5 particles act as carriers, allowing bacteria, viruses, and other pathogens to travel deep into the lungs and spread diseases. This increases the risk of respiratory infections, pneumonia, gut infections, skin issues, and more. We consulted experts to understand the gravity of this situation, identify key risk factors, and explore effective measures for protection and relief. Dr Vikas Maurya, Senior Director & HOD, Respiratory Medicine & Respiratory Critical Care, Fortis Hospital, Shalimar Bagh, explains: “The study shows that airborne pathogens are twice as abundant in…

Mumbai: Amid signs of a power tussle, Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis heaped praise on Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde in the latter’s home turf of Thane Monday, crediting him for the Thane Metro.The two leaders were in Thane to flag off a trial run of the first phase of the 32.3-kilometre Wadala-Thane-Kasarvadavali Metro line and the additional Kasarvadavali-Gaimukh Metro corridor, which will be the first to put Mumbai’s satellite city of Thane on the Metro map. The first phase of these two combined lines—a 10.5-kilometre stretch from Gaimukh to Cadbury junction in Thane for which trial runs commenced Monday—is…

MOSCOW (AP) — Russian President Vladimir Putin on Monday declared his readiness to adhere to nuclear arms limits for one more year under the last remaining nuclear pact with the United States that expires in February, and he urged Washington to follow suit.Putin said allowing the New START agreement signed in 2010 to expire would be destabilizing and could fuel proliferation of nuclear weapons. His televised remarks came at a time of heightened tensions between Russia and the West, and with concerns rising that fighting in Ukraine could spread beyond its borders.“To avoid provoking a further strategic arms race and…

A beautiful smile often begins with well-aligned teeth. Yet, for many people, the thought of wearing traditional braces can be intimidating. They picture metal wires, discomfort, and endless dental appointments. The good news is that modern dentistry has made it possible to achieve straighter teeth in a more comfortable, discreet way. Today, people have the option to choose advanced solutions like Invisalign, which allows them to transform their smile without the stress that once came with orthodontic treatment. Why Comfortable Orthodontics Matters Orthodontic treatment is more than just aesthetics. Misaligned teeth can lead to jaw pain, uneven wear, speech difficulties,…

Veteran South Africa wicket-keeper batter Quinton de Kock has reversed his retirement from ODI cricket ahead of the Pakistan tour. The 32-year-old de Kock has been named in both ODI and T20I squads for the Pakistan tour as well as a one-off T20I in Namibia before that. De Kock had retired from 50-over cricket after the 2023 ODI World Cup and had not represented South Africa in any format following the conclusion of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 final in Barbados. His return is crucial as South Africa turn their attention to the upcoming white-ball challenges – the…

In the heart of Yellowstone National Park, scientists have just drawn the clearest underground map to date of one of the most watched supervolcanoes on Earth — and it’s revealing some surprises. A recent Nature study, led by USGS researchers in collaboration with Oregon State University and the University of Wisconsin-Madison, used electromagnetic imaging to scan Yellowstone’s subsurface like never before. The technique, called magnetotellurics, captures shifts in the Earth’s natural electromagnetic field — usually triggered by lightning or solar storms — to detect how well rocks conduct electricity. Since molten rock is more conductive than solid, the resulting image…