Bengaluru, July 25 (IANS) A woman was allegedly sexually harassed by a co-passenger aboard a Bengaluru Metropolitan Transport Corporation (BMTC) bus near Manyata Tech Park in Bengaluru, prompting intervention by the bus driver, who allegedly assaulted the accused after preventing him from fleeing. The video has gone viral on social media on Saturday. According to preliminary information, the incident took place on Friday on BMTC bus route No. 500D/40. The woman alleged that a male passenger inap…
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Bengaluru, July 25 (IANS) Senior BJP leader and Leader of the Opposition, R. Ashoka, on Saturday accused the Karnataka government of turning Bengaluru into a “dust city” despite its repeated promises of creating a ‘Brand Bengaluru’, alleging that prolonged civic works have severely inconvenienced residents in several parts of the city.In a statement, Ashoka said that drinking water and underground drainage pipeline works in areas such as Nagenahalli Road and Shivashankar Block in Hebbal cons…
Bengaluru, July 24 (IANS) The Directorate of Enforcement (ED) has provisionally attached movable and immovable assets worth approximately Rs 1,906 crore belonging to Bengaluru‑based Gameskraft Technologies Pvt. Ltd., its shareholders and associated entities in connection with an alleged money laundering case linked to online real‑money gaming platforms, including RummyCulture, the agency said on Friday. The platforms reportedly had a combined user base of nearly 3 crore across India.Accordin…
Bengaluru, July 24 (IANS) Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar on Friday called upon industry leaders to partner with the Karnataka government in shaping the state’s next phase of growth, announcing plans to expand world-class infrastructure beyond Bengaluru, establish an AI University with industry participation, and launch new policies to strengthen the technology ecosystem.Addressing CEOs at a meeting, Shivakumar said Bengaluru’s greatest strength lies in its talent pool and innovation ecosyste…
Bengaluru, July 24 (IANS) The National Commission for Women (NCW) has taken suo motu cognisance of the reported kidnapping, forced intoxication and sexual assault of a 14-year-old girl in Bengaluru, expressing serious concern over the safety and protection of minor girls.In a statement, the Commission said the incident raises grave concerns over crimes against children and underscores the need for stringent action against sexual offenders.NCW Chairperson Vijaya Rahatkar has written to the Direc…
Bengaluru, July 24 (IANS) Deputy Chief Minister and Revenue, Youth Empowerment and Sports Minister G. Parameshwara visited the Government Flying Training School at Jakkur on Friday and held a review meeting to assess its activities and functioning.He further announced that the Government Flying Training School (GFTS), which was established in 1940, has received a renewed licence from the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), paving the way for the resumption and continuation of pilot tra…
New Delhi, July 24 (IANS) While a brilliant spell of 2-18 in the first T20I against Zimbabwe provided immense joy for Mayank Yadav on his return to international cricket, the bigger picture stretches far beyond it for the Delhi-based tearaway pacer. A 21-month injury layoff due to a stress fracture in the back needing surgery in Christchurch, New Zealand in July 2025, Mayank picking Player of the Match award on successful return to international cricket at the Harare Sports Club is merely step o…
Bengaluru, July 24 (IANS) Preparations are underway to demolish an under-construction 18-storey apartment complex in Bengaluru after authorities found that a portion of the structure had tilted, raising concerns over its structural stability and public safety. The civic agency is taking precautions as about 900 residential buildings are located in the vicinity.The apartment project, being developed by SNN Raj Corp on Haralur Main Road near Kudlu Gate in southeast Bengaluru, is reportedly the tal…
New Delhi, July 24 (IANS) Global Capability Centres (GCCs) are set to drive nearly half of India’s office space demand over the next two years, reinforcing the country’s position as a leading global innovation hub, a report said on Friday.A report by Colliers showed that GCCs are expected to account for 45-50 per cent of India’s Grade A office leasing demand in 2026 and 2027, with annual leasing projected at 35-40 million square feet.Since 2021, GCCs have leased about 118 million square feet of …
Bengaluru, July 23 (IANS) The Directorate of Enforcement (ED) has conducted searches at eight locations in Bengaluru in connection with a money laundering investigation linked to an alleged ISIS recruitment and terror funding module, the agency said on Thursday. The searches were carried out on 21 July under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), 2002. During the operation, the ED seized incriminating electronic records and digital devices and froze proceeds of crime worth Rs 7.50 lakh u…