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India’s prison system is buckling under its own weight, a crisis laid bare by crumbling infrastructure, systemic neglect, and a human toll that reverberates far beyond the cell walls. As of January 2025, India’s 1,319 jails house over 5.06 lakh prisoners against a sanctioned capa
Tides of Triumph Tuticorin The coastal city of Tuticorin in Tamil Nadu is preparing to welcome “Kadal Kondattam 2025,” a three-day ocean sports festival that will run from September 12 to 14. The event promises a mix of thrilling ocean sports, cultural celebrations, and com
DK Shivakumar reaffirmed loyalty to Congress, while leaving the decision on Karnataka’s leadership change to the party high command. Bengaluru Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar has maintained a cautious stance on the question of leadership change in the Congress
The actor, accused in the Renukaswamy murder case, told the judge his health was deteriorating in jail, but the court firmly rejected his plea. BENGALURU Kannada actor Darshan, accused in the abduction and murder of fan Renukaswamy, on Tuesday shocked the court by pleading
Dharwad Karnataka MLA Vinay Kulkarni, previously detained by the CBI over allegations of evidence tampering in the murder case of former Zilla Panchayat member Yogeesh Gowda, has been granted a two-day interim bail by the Special Court for Representatives in Bengaluru. Kulk
PM SHRI Amaragol School in Hubballi wins Best School award for its outstanding facilities and commitment to quality education. Hubballi The government-run PM SHRI school in Amaragol, Hubballi, was awarded the Best PM SHRI School for 2025-26 by Samagra Shikshana Karnataka (S
London/Bengaluru Dr. Sharanprakash R. Patil, Minister for Medical Education, Skill Development, Livelihood, and Raichur District Incharge, offered floral tributes to the statue of social reformer Basaveshwara installed on the banks of the river Thames in London, United Kingdom
Bengaluru The Government of Karnataka, under the leadership of Shri M.B. Patil, Hon’ble Minister for Large and Medium Industries and Infrastructure Development, continued its efforts to position Karnataka as a global hub for semiconductors, electronics, and advanced manufactur
Bengaluru Minister for Minor Irrigation, Science and Technology N.S. Boseraju announced that an interactive programme with astronaut Group Captain Shubhamshu Shukla will soon be held at U.R. Rao Hall of the Jawaharlal Nehru Planetarium. The initiative is being jointly organise
Clashes erupted in Maddur, Karnataka, during a Ganesha idol procession, leaving eight injured and prompting a curfew. Maddur The Image is from DH. Please check before using. Eight people were injured and at least 20 detained following clashes in Maddur town, Mandya distr
Koppal New Court Building to be Inaugurated SoonKoppalState High Court Judge P. Sudha visited and inspected the new court complex in Yelaburga town. After touring the spacious building, she expressed appreciation for its facilities and assured that appropriate steps will be ta
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has reacted sharply to reports of BJP leader Pratap Simha approaching the court over the Dasara inauguration issue, stating that the matter should be decided within the court itself. The Chief Minister, speaking in Bengaluru, also mocked the
The nine-day Novena in honour of the Nativity of Mother Mary culminated on Monday with a grand and solemn celebration at the historic St. Mary’s Basilica, Shivajinagar. Thousands of devotees gathered in faith and devotion, undeterred by inclement weather, to participate in the sp
Karnataka’s Shakti Yojana breaks record Karnataka’s Shakti Yojana, a flagship women empowerment initiative by the state Congress government, has achieved a significant milestone by facilitating over 500 crore women trips, setting a new world record. Transport and Excise Minist
The recent approval to provide 750 electric buses to Karnataka’s transport corporations has sparked a political debate between the state Congress and the BJP-led central government. Under the PME-Bus service scheme, KSRTC will receive 350 buses, NWKSRTC 200, and KKRTC 200, totali
Shivakumar L&T Meet Karnataka’s Minister for Finance and Energy, DK Shivakumar, held a constructive meeting on Monday with Shri S.V. Desai, Whole Time Director and Senior Executive Vice President of Larsen & Toubro (L&T), along with his senior team, to discuss the state’s infr
Officials Discuss Emergency Measures and Coordination to Protect Citizens from Flood Risks Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Monday convened a comprehensive video conference with divisional officers, deputy commissioners, and Zilla Panchayat CEOs to assess the damage caused by th
Villagers from Khanapur taluk have urged the Public Works Minister to intervene and repair the rapidly deteriorating Belagavi–Chorla highway CH NewsBelagavi Residents of Kanakumbi, Kalmani, Jamboti, and Kusmali in Khanapur taluk have urged Public Works Minister Satish Jarki
