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Bengaluru: A major terror-related investigation in Karnataka has uncovered an alleged online network linked to a Pakistan-based suspect, leading to the arrest of two youths accused of maintaining contact with foreign operatives and participating in discussions that could pose a threat to national security. The arrested individuals have been identified as Allabaksh 24 from Tumakuru and Zameer Khan, 22, from Davanagere. The arrests were made by Tumakuru city police following specific intelligence inputs provided by central intelligence agencies, which had reportedly detected suspicious online communications involving the duo. Also Read Six killed in brutal firing over land dispute in Vijayapura village According to investigators, the accused had been in regular contact with a Pakistan-based individual identified as Rana, who is suspected of using social media platforms to establish contact with Indian youths. Authorities believe the communication began nearly a month ago th...

Bengaluru: : In a major setback for the newly formed Karnataka government led by Chief Minister DK Shivakumar, senior Congress leader R Ramalinga Reddy on Friday, June 5, announced his resignation from the state Cabinet, citing disappointment over the denial of the Bengaluru Urban Development portfolio. Addressing a press conference at his office in Koramangala, Reddy said his resignation was not merely due to being allotted the Water Resources Department. Instead, he claimed that a promise made to him regarding the Bengaluru Urban Development portfolio had not been honoured. Reddy stated that Shivakumar had earlier assured him that once he became chief minister, the Bengaluru Urban Development Department would be entrusted to him. However, the final allocation of portfolios did not reflect that assurance, prompting him to step down from the ministry. No personal grudges: Ramalinga Reddy The veteran leader clarified that he harboured no personal grudge against either ...

Bengaluru: Within hours of being allotted the Health Department in the newly formed Karnataka cabinet, Health Minister UT Khader conducted a surprise late-night inspection at a government hospital in Jayanagar, sending a strong message about accountability and service delivery in the public healthcare system. During the visit, the minister reviewed cleanliness standards, patient care facilities and the availability of medical staff. He interacted with hospital authorities and assessed whether patients were receiving timely treatment and adequate attention. The inspection revealed shortages in night-shift staffing, while some personnel who were scheduled to be on duty were reportedly absent. Khader expressed displeasure over the situation and directed officials to ensure strict compliance with duty schedules. Speaking to reporters after the inspection, the minister said he wanted to understand the actual conditions prevailing in government hospitals rather than relying sol...

Tumakuru: A 24-year-old youth has been arrested in Tumakuru on allegations of maintaining contact with a foreign-based terrorist suspect and engaging in activities considered harmful to national security. The arrest was made by Tumakuru city police following specific intelligence inputs received from central investigative agencies. The accused has been identified as Allabaksh, a resident of Sriramnagar in Tumakuru. According to police sources, he had allegedly been in continuous contact with a person linked to a foreign-based extremist organization through his account on the social media platform X. Also Read ED arrests Deepak Cables director in Rs 899 cr bank fraud case Investigators claim that the accused exchanged provocative messages and participated in online conversations relating to sensitive domestic developments. Authorities suspect that some of the communications were aimed at spreading inflammatory content and disturbing public harmony. The case came to lig...

Bengaluru , : Hours after taking oath as the 25th Chief Minister of Karnataka, D K Shivakumar visited the Ajjayya branch mutt at Nagarabhavi in Bengaluru along with his family members and sought the blessings of the seers associated with the institution. The visit highlighted Shivakumar’s long-standing association with the Ajjayya Mutt, which he regards as an important spiritual centre. According to sources, the Chief Minister spent nearly two hours and fifteen minutes at the mutt, interacting with the seers and discussing various matters, including governance, public administration and future priorities of the government. ಕಾಯಕವೇ ಕೈಲಾಸ pic.twitter.com/E7HnMHXc3v — DK Shivakumar (@DKShivakumar) June 3, 2026 Earlier in the day, Shivakumar was sworn in as Chief Minister by Governor Thawar Chand Gehlot at a ceremony attended by senior Congress leaders, legislators and supporters. During the swearing-in event, Shivakumar invoked the name of Ajjayya while taking the oath...

Bengaluru: In a major relief for homeowners across Karnataka, Chief Minister DK Shivakumar has announced a one-time exemption from Occupancy Certificate (OC) requirements for residential buildings measuring up to 2,500 square feet. The decision was taken during the first Cabinet meeting chaired by the newly sworn-in Chief Minister. Addressing the media after the meeting, Shivakumar said the government had resolved a long-pending issue that was affecting thousands of property owners in both urban and rural areas. Also Read Challenges await DK Shivakumar as he takes charge as Karnataka CM According to the Chief Minister, electricity supply companies had made Occupancy Certificates mandatory for providing power connections in line with directions arising from court rulings. However, this requirement had created difficulties for many homeowners who were unable to obtain OCs despite occupying their houses for years. To address the problem, the government has decided to gra...