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Kuldeep Yadav has opened up about being sidelined throughout the entire Test series against England. The left-arm spinner revealed that while he felt capable of playing in some matches, the team management prioritized adding more batting depth to the playing XI, which kept him out of the games. Kuldeep had clear communication with head coach Gautam Gambhir about his role in the squad.  He explained, “Sometimes, in 3-4 matches, I felt that I could play, but unfortunately, I couldn’t play because they wanted batting depth. The communication was very clear. I feel that that is a very important thing. Gauti’s…

Bengaluru Metro will add 19,000 sq ft of parking space across 11 stations on Green, Purple, and Yellow Lines, accommodating 3,000 two-wheelers and 220 four-wheelers.With Bengaluru Metro’s daily ridership crossing the 10-lakh mark following the launch of the Yellow Line, the Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL) has announced plans to significantly expand parking facilities at 11 key stations.Also Read:K-RERA turns into ‘Collection Centre’: Opposition slams govt over corruption allegationsThe expansion will cover busy nodes on the Green, Purple, and Yellow Lines, includingVijayanagarJayanagarKundalahalliNational College (near KIMS Hospital)Mysuru Road (RSS side)Kadugodi Tree ParkJayadeva Metro StationAttiguppe (Hampinagar)ChallaghattaPeenya Industrial AreaJP NagarIn total, 19,000…

After reports suggested BlackBuck was vacating its Bellandur office due to poor infrastructure and commute delays, the company clarified it is only relocating within Bengaluru, not leaving the city.The city’s once-celebrated Outer Ring Road (ORR) tech corridor is fast turning into a commuter nightmare. Traffic volumes have reportedly surged by nearly 45% over the past year, forcing employees to spend over 90 minutes on one-way commutes through pothole-ridden roads and slow-moving traffic.Also Read:Bengaluru pothole crisis forces BlackBuck to exit Bellandur, ORR traffic woes hit tech hubThe worsening infrastructure is now beginning to impact corporate operations. Digital trucking platform BlackBuck, which…

After NewsFirst’s explosive report on RERA corruption, opposition leaders R. Ashok and Chalavadi Narayanaswamy launch scathing attack on Housing Minister Zameer Ahmed Khan and the government for turning a blind eye to alleged loot.Karnataka’s Real Estate Regulatory Authority (K-RERA) is once again under fire, this time over allegations that it has turned into a “collection centre” rather than a watchdog protecting homebuyers.The controversy follows a detailed NewsFirst investigative report that exposed widespread irregularities, commission-fixing, and alleged collusion between officials, builders, and even ministers. The report highlighted how homebuyers and flat purchasers are facing injustice, with approvals for projects and layouts…

Legendary Indian cricketer Kapil Dev shared his thoughts on the ‘handshake controversy’ that unfolded during India’s Asia Cup clash against Pakistan. Though some days have passed since the two rivals faced off, the issue remains a hot topic. After their victory, the Indian players did not perform the customary handshake with the Pakistan team, and Suryakumar Yadav dedicated the win to the armed forces and victims of the Pahalgam terrorist attack. Kapil Dev emphasized the importance of focusing on the game rather than external distractions. He told ANI ‘There are all small things. One should focus on playing cricket. If…

KMF may roll out revised prices on Nandini curd, ghee, butter, and lassi from September 22, following GST reduction from 12% to 5%, giving consumers major relief.Good news for consumers who rely on Nandini products!The Karnataka Milk Federation (KMF) is likely to reduce prices of curd, ghee, butter, and lassi after a significant cut in GST rates on food products.Also Read:Deepika Padukone officially dropped from Kalki 2898 AD sequel, Vyjayanthi Movies issues strong statementA crucial meeting with senior KMF officials is being held today to finalize the price reduction. Sources suggest that curd prices alone may see a cut of…

Vyjayanthi Movies confirms Deepika Padukone’s exit from Kalki 2898 AD sequel, citing lack of commitment. Fans express shock as actress also previously quit Prabhas’ Spirit.In a move that has stunned fans, Vyjayanthi Movies has officially announced that Deepika Padukone will not be a part of the upcoming sequel to Kalki 2898 AD. The production house confirmed the news via Twitter, hinting that the decision was made after “careful consideration” but subtly implying issues with the actress’ commitment.Also Read:Complaint filed against derogatory comments on Kiccha Sudeep – Fans demand strict action“This is to officially announce that @deepikapadukone will not be a…

Andy Pycroft became the focal point of a dramatic incident during the India vs Pakistan Asia Cup encounter, following a no-handshake controversy that erupted before the match. Pycroft, serving as the match referee, received a notification just minutes before the toss on September 14 that the captains would not be engaging in a handshake. At that moment, he described himself as relaying the message, not issuing the directive. The PCB subsequently lodged a formal complaint, accusing Pycroft of violating ICC codes and the spirit of cricket, demanding his removal from the tournament. Pyrcroft Explains Reasoning According to an informed official,…

Following growing criticism, including a school bus mishap and BlackBuck’s Bellandur office exit, GBA Chief directs five zone commissioners to fix potholes starting today.The Greater Bengaluru Authority (GBA) has gone on high alert following relentless criticism over Bengaluru’s deteriorating roads. Chief Commissioner Maheshwar Rao has directed five GBA commissioners to begin pothole-filling operations across the city with immediate effect.Also Read:Karnataka RERA faces heat over corruption allegations, project delays and lack of transparencyIn a  meeting held on Thursday, Rao instructed commissioners to ensure effective pothole closure and warned of strict monitoring. To expedite repairs, ₹25 crore has been released to each…

Fintech platforms pause rent payments via credit cards as RBI enforces stricter Payment Aggregator (PA) and Payment Gateway (PG) guidelines from September 15.In a major move impacting credit card users across India, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has brought rent payments through major fintech apps like PhonePe, Paytm, CRED, and Amazon Pay to a halt. The decision follows the implementation of the central bank’s new Payment Aggregator (PA) and Payment Gateway (PG) guidelines that came into effect on September 15.Also Read:Rolls-Royce opens world’s largest Global Capability & Innovation Centre in BengaluruFor years, fintech platforms had made rent payments convenient,…