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Business

India’s office stock to cross 2 billion sq ft

New Delhi India’s overall office stock is projected to surpass 2 billion square feet by 2047, driven by rising institutionalisation, growing demand, and strong economic prospects, according to a report released Thursday by Colliers and CREDAI. Currently, India’s ‘Grade A’ o

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Business

India’s semiconductor market poised for massive growth

India Semiconductor Mission boosts production with Rs 1.6 lakh crore investment, creating 29,000 jobs across regions New Delhi India’s semiconductor market, valued at $54.3 billion in 2025, is projected to nearly double and reach $103.5 billion by 2030, growing at a strong

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Business

North Gujarat rising as agro-dairy powerhouse

Agro Dairy Powerhouse Gandhinagar North Gujarat is fast emerging as India’s agro-dairy powerhouse, with the upcoming Vibrant Gujarat Regional Conference (VGRC) in Mehsana on October 9-10 set to highlight major opportunities in agriculture, dairy, and food processing. The tw

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Business

Centre secures ADB loan for Uttarakhand tourism

The initiative targets Tehri Garhwal, benefiting 87,000 residents and 2.7 million visitors with improved tourism, sanitation, waste management, disaster readiness, and eco-friendly infrastructure New Delhi The Government of India has signed a $126.4 million loan agreement w

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Entertainment

‘Kantara: Chapter 1’ digital rights sold, trailer soon

The buzz around Kantara: Chapter 1 is growing stronger as Amazon Prime Video has acquired its post-theatrical digital rights for a massive ₹125 crore. This makes it one of the most expensive OTT deals for a Kannada film, next only to KGF 2. The agreement covers streaming in multi

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Karnataka

‘Governor Approves Recovery Commissioner Appointment Act’

Gadag The Governor gave his approval to the Appointment of Recovery Commissioners Act on September 9, which enables the seizure and confiscation of assets obtained through illegal mining and other criminal activities, Law Minister HK Patil informed the media on Wednesday. T

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Karnataka

Seven Hours of Electricity for Farmers: Minister George

Gadag “Our government is giving top priority to Kusum-B and Kusum-C schemes to provide continuous seven hours of electricity to farmers' agricultural pump sets during the day,” said Energy Minister KJ George. He spoke while presiding over a progress review meeting with the dis

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Karnataka

CPM Demands Police Custody of the Accused in Fraud Case

Action Against Culprits Vijayanagara The CPM has demanded strict action in the multi-crore fraud involving women’s cooperative societies. The party urged that the bail granted to Priyanka Jain, President of Priyanka Mahila Pattina Sahakari Sangha, be cancelled and that she

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Karnataka

20 People Admitted to Hospital with Vomiting and Diarrhea

Over 30 people in Gudisagara village fall ill from contaminated lake water; authorities provide treatment. Dharwad In Gudisagara village of the taluk, over 30 people fell ill after consuming water from the village lake. Locals allege that the lake’s water is contaminated du

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Karnataka

Minister Orders Probe into Crop Insurance Scam

Minister Shivanand Patil assured that a proper inquiry will be initiated. Regarding the sale of substandard seeds. Haveri Shivanand Patil, Minister for Textiles and Sugarcane development, Director of Sugar, Agriculture Marketing, and district in-charge, directed officials,

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Bengaluru

CM Directs Strict Measures to Cancel Ineligible BPL Cards

CM Siddaramaiah directs cancellation of ineligible BPL cards, ensuring no disruption for eligible families. Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has instructed officials to take stringent measures to cancel ineligible Below Poverty Line (BPL) cards while ensuring that eligible families

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Bengaluru

Tunnel Project Controversy

NGT Issues Notices Over Twin Tunnel Project, Citing Environmental Concerns The National Green Tribunal (NGT) has issued notices to the Karnataka Government, Greater Bengaluru Authority, the Union Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, and other bodies regarding th

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India

BJP opposes using religion for housing projects

Mumbai Maharashtra BJP spokesperson Keshav Upadhye has strongly criticised the use of religion to promote residential projects, describing it as a divisive tactic that threatens national unity and undermines constitutional values. He specifically referred to a proposed halal l

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India

Gujarat Assembly approves 12-hour industrial shifts

Despite objections, Minister Rajput assured that labor unions were consulted and that the amendment is temporary. If violations occur or workers face injustice, the government can withdraw the provisions Gandhinagar The Gujarat Assembly passed a bill extending daily industr

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Bengaluru

District-Level Dasara Sports Meet Inaugurated by DC P.N. Ravindra

Chikkaballapur District Commissioner P.N. Ravindra inaugurated the district-level Dasara Sports Meet at Sir M. Vishweshwaraya District Stadium, emphasizing the importance of nurturing talent alongside competitive spirit in sports and cultural activities. Speaking at the event,

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