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Amaravati will emerge as a futuristic city, says Chandrababu Naidu

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Bengaluru : N Chandrababu Naidu on Wednesday, May 20, said that Amaravati would emerge as a futuristic global city and asserted that Andhra Pradesh is focusing on advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence, quantum computing and drone innovation to build a strong economy for the future. Speaking at the celebrations marking 45 years of The Art of Living Foundation and the 70th birthday celebrations of spiritual leader Sri Sri Ravi Shankar at the Art of Living International Centre on Kanakapura Road in Bengaluru, Naidu said India is moving toward becoming a global superpower despite several international challenges. Naidu praised Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, describing him not merely as a spiritual guru but as a global leader of the modern era. He said the spiritual leader has been working toward creating a stress-free and healthy society during a period marked by wars, instability and internal conflicts across the world. Also Read CM Naidu greets scientists, hails Andhr...
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NIA court sentences Maharashtra man to 7 years in prison for Taliban, TTP links

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Bengaluru : A special NIA court in Bengaluru has sentenced a Maharashtra-based man to seven years of rigorous imprisonment and imposed a fine of Rs 63,000 for maintaining links with banned terror outfits Taliban and Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) and allegedly recruiting youth for extremist activities. The convicted accused has been identified as Hamraj Vorshid Sheikh. According to the National Investigation Agency (NIA), he was found to be in contact with international operatives associated with the Taliban and TTP and was allegedly involved in spreading extremist ideology among vulnerable youth. The case was registered in April 2023 under provisions of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) against Hamraj and another accused identified as Mohammed Arif. Following investigation, the NIA filed a chargesheet before the special court in October 2023. Also Read Karnataka HC restrains transport strike; directs govt to hold talks with employees After examining t...
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Bengaluru teen develops ‘RASTHE’ app to flag potholes and damaged footpaths

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Bengaluru : Frustrated by Bengaluru’s worsening traffic congestion, pothole-ridden roads and damaged footpaths, a 14-year-old boy from the city has developed a unique tech-based solution aimed at improving civic infrastructure. The teenager, Surya Utkarsh, has created an innovative mobile application called ‘RASTHE’, which works in a style similar to the popular dating app Tinder. The app is now gaining massive attention on social media for its creative approach towards solving one of Bengaluru ’s biggest urban problems. Surya shared details of the application through his X account, where his post quickly went viral and drew praise from netizens. According to the young developer, the app allows citizens to upload photographs of damaged roads, broken pavements and missing footpaths across the city. Users can then rate the condition of the roads and footpaths through a swipe-based interface similar to dating applications. If a road or footpath is in good condition, users can s...
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Diesel found in Mangaluru well water; residents alarmed

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Mangaluru : A shocking and unusual incident has surfaced in the Kavoor area of Mangaluru, where diesel has reportedly seeped into the wells of three residential houses, triggering panic among local residents. Laboratory tests conducted on the contaminated water samples have confirmed the presence of nearly 28 percent diesel content, raising serious concerns over groundwater pollution and public safety in the area. According to residents, the problem first came to light when a strong diesel -like smell began emanating from the well water during daily use. Initially suspected to be ordinary contamination, the situation turned alarming after a thick oily layer was seen floating on the surface of the water. Locals later conducted a simple test by dipping paper into the water and setting it on fire, only to find that it ignited instantly, indicating the presence of flammable fuel substances in the wells. Residents claim that despite repeatedly emptying and cleaning the wells using ...
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Father, two sons drown in farm pond while learning swimming in Kolar district

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Kolar: A tragic incident claimed the lives of a father and his two young sons after they drowned in a farm pond at Nakkanahalli village in Malur taluk of Kolar district on Sunday, May 17. The deceased have been identified as Srinivas (40) and his sons Chetan (13) and Rajesh (8). A case has been registered at Masti Police Station. According to police, the heartbreaking incident occurred when Srinivas had taken his children to a farm pond to teach them swimming during the weekend holiday. Police said the family had gone near an agricultural pond belonging to a local resident identified as Bhairappa. During the visit, Srinivas allegedly slipped and fell into the deep water. In an attempt to rescue him, the two children also entered the pond and all three drowned. “Preliminary investigation indicates that the father had taken the children to the pond to teach them swimming. It appears they accidentally slipped into the water and could not come out,” a police officer said....
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Four African women escape from Bengaluru shelter home, FIR lodged

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Bengaluru: Four African women housed at a shelter home in the city escaped by breaking a window, police said on Sunday. The incident took place between 3 am and 6 am on May 11 at the ‘Home of Hope’ shelter run by New Ark Mission of India at Doddagubbi in north Bengaluru, they said. According to a complaint filed by Srinivas N, the manager of the shelter home, the institution housed foreign nationals staying in Bengaluru under the directions of the Foreigners Regional Registration Office (FRRO). “In our shelter home, there were 22 male foreign nationals and 18 female foreign nationals who were brought from various police stations in Bengaluru,” the complainant stated. Of this, four women, identified as Topista Kwikiriza, Nagawa Sheillah alias Tibiwa Irena, Safina Nakanyike, and Fitina Nzeyimana, allegedly escaped from the shelter home by breaking a window. “After searching for them everywhere and failing to get any information, I came t...
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Muslim orgs seek answers from Karnataka govt over unfulfilled promises

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Bengaluru: The Federation of Muslim Organisations in Karnataka has questioned the state government over what it described as unfulfilled promises during its three years in power, stating that several key concerns of the Muslim community remain unresolved. Convention focused on unresolved Muslim community issues At a convention organised at Town Hall in Bengaluru on Saturday, May 16, under the theme, “What promises did the Congress government make? What has it delivered? What next?”, leaders from nearly 48 Muslim organisations representing both North and South Karnataka demanded clarity and accountability from the government. Also Read Rift brewing between Karnataka Muslims, Siddaramaiah government Speakers at the gathering expressed concern over issues such as Waqf disputes, educational opportunities, reservation-related matters and the hijab issue, saying these continue to remain major challenges for the community. Joint spokesperson of the federation, Tanveer Ah...
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