The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Friday released fresh images of Mussavir Hussain Shazib and Abdul Matheen Ahmed Taahaa, the suspects in the Rameshwaram Cafe blast that left 10 injured on March 1 in Bengaluru.

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A former IT professional in the Indian city of Bengaluru has been arrested for stealing 24 laptops worth over $11,994 (Rs 10 lakh), media reports said on Friday (Mar 29). The techie, a 26-year-old woman, stole the laptops from multiple paying guests (PG) accommodations across Bengaluru. She had moved to Bengaluru from Noida in search of employment, a report by India Today said.

She was arrested on Tuesday (March 26).&nbsp;

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She had lost her job during the Covid pandemic. The report said that the woman then allegedly started stealing&nbsp;laptops and gadgets from PGs and sell them in the black market in her home town Noida.

She would monitor the neighbouring rooms. When the occupants would move out of their rooms for a snack or tea break, she would steal their laptops and gadgets. After committing the crime, the 26-year-old woman would change the PG accommodation.

The matter came to light when a PG resident complained to the police that many laptops were missing.&nbsp;

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A former IT professional in the Indian city of Bengaluru has been arrested for stealing 24 laptops worth over $11,994 (Rs 10 lakh), media reports said on Friday (Mar 29).

A former IT professional in the Indian city of Bengaluru has been arrested for stealing 24 laptops worth over $11,994 (Rs 10 lakh), media reports said on Friday (Mar 29). The techie, a 26-year-old woman, stole the laptops from multiple paying guests (PG) accommodations across Bengaluru. She had moved to Bengaluru from Noida in search of employment, a report by India Today said. She was arrested on Tuesday (March 26). Also read | Prank gone wrong! Bengaluru man dies after friend fills air into his rectum with compressor She had lost her job during the Covid pandemic. The report said that the woman then allegedly started stealing laptops and gadgets from PGs and sell them in the black market in her home town Noida. She would monitor the neighbouring rooms. When the occupants would move out of their rooms for a snack or tea break, she would steal their laptops and gadgets. After committing the crime, the 26-year-old woman would change the PG accommodation. The matter came to light when a PG resident complained to the police that many laptops were missing. (With inputs from agencies)

Former techie from India's Bengaluru, who stole laptops, is arrested: Reports

In a significant development in Bengaluru’s Rameshwaram Cafe blast case, the National Investigation Agency (NIA)&nbsp;has arrested a key conspirator after massive raids were conducted across multiple locations in three states.

The key conspirator identified as Muzammil Shareef, was picked up as a co-conspirator and arrested on Wednesday (Mar 27) following NIA's crackdown at 18 locations, which included 12 in the state of Karnataka, one in Uttar Pradesh and five in Tamil Nadu.

“The NIA investigations have revealed that Muzammil Shareef had extended logistic support to the other two identified accused in the case...Various digital devices were seized during the searches, along with cash," the NIA said.

The Federal probe agency took over the case from the Karnataka Police on March 3.&nbsp;

The NIA had identified the main accused, Mussavir Shazeeb Hussain, earlier who carried out the blast.&nbsp;

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The agency released a statement saying that another key conspirator, Abdul Matheen Taha, is also wanted by the NIA in several other cases.

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“Both the men are on the run,” it added.

The NIA probes showed that Muzammil Shareef had provided logistic support to two others who were identified as accused in the case.

“Raids were conducted today at the houses of all these three accused as well as the residential premises and shops of other suspects,” said the statement by the probe agency.

Several digital devices and cash were seized during the searches, said the agency.

"Efforts are on to nab the absconding accused and unearth the larger conspiracy behind the blast," the statement added.

The blast wounded several customers and hotel staff members of the cafe and caused severe damage to the eatery.

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In a significant development in Bengaluru’s Rameshwaram Cafe blast case, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) has arrested a key conspirator after massive raids were conducted across multiple locations in three states.

In a significant development in Bengaluru’s Rameshwaram Cafe blast case, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) has arrested a key conspirator after massive raids were conducted across multiple locations in three states. The key conspirator identified as Muzammil Shareef, was picked up as a co-conspirator and arrested on Wednesday (Mar 27) following NIA's crackdown at 18 locations, which included 12 in the state of Karnataka, one in Uttar Pradesh and five in Tamil Nadu. “The NIA investigations have revealed that Muzammil Shareef had extended logistic support to the other two identified accused in the case...Various digital devices were seized during the searches, along with cash," the NIA said. The Federal probe agency took over the case from the Karnataka Police on March 3. The NIA had identified the main accused, Mussavir Shazeeb Hussain, earlier who carried out the blast. Rameshwaram Café blast case: National Investigation Agency (NIA) arrested a key conspirator following massive raids across multiple locations in three states. Muzammil Shareef was picked up and placed in custody as a co-conspirator after NIA teams cracked down at 18 locations,… pic.twitter.com/TEzXTXpSv3 — ANI (@ANI) March 28, 2024 × The agency released a statement saying that another key conspirator, Abdul Matheen Taha, is also wanted by the NIA in several other cases. Also read: Bengaluru cafe blast case: Limited edition baseball cap helped police identify suspect “Both the men are on the run,” it added. The NIA probes showed that Muzammil Shareef had provided logistic support to two others who were identified as accused in the case. “Raids were conducted today at the houses of all these three accused as well as the residential premises and shops of other suspects,” said the statement by the probe agency. Several digital devices and cash were seized during the searches, said the agency. "Efforts are on to nab the absconding accused and unearth the larger conspiracy behind the blast," the statement added. The blast wounded several customers and hotel staff members of the cafe and caused severe damage to the eatery. (With inputs from agencies)

Bengaluru Rameshwaram Cafe blast: NIA arrests key conspirator after multiple raids

In an unusual incident, a 24-year-old Bengaluru man lost his life to a prank that was supposed to be fun and harmless. The young man, Yogish, died of a colon burst after his friend put up an electric blow-dryer used for vehicles into his rectum while playfully handling it.&nbsp;

The incident took place on March 25 in Bengaluru’s Sampigehalli area where Yogish used to work in a vehicle repair and service centre.&nbsp;

According to the police, Yogish’s friend Murali took a bike for servicing at his car service centre to get it fixed and washed.

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After Yogish repaired the bike and washed it, he was drying the vehicle with a heavy-duty air compressor or electric blow dryer.

During banter between the two friends, Murali started blowing air on Yogish’s face and to save his face from the hot air; he turned around and bent down. Murali then kept blowing the hot air, aiming towards Yogish’s anus, which eventually entered the rectum.

Though the pipe was not so close to him, the air pressure was so high that it ruptured Yogish’s anus and he started bleeding profusely. Soon he felt unconscious and Murali rushed him to the hospital.

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Yogish’s intestines were completely damaged due to the high pressure from the blow-dryer, as per the doctors. Yogish was taken for an emergency operation but he failed to respond and died at the hospital.&nbsp;

Police said Yogish hailed from Vijayapura and worked as a delivery agent in Bengaluru. Police also said that he was living with his grandmother at Thanisandra.

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A case has been filed at Sampigehalli police station under Section 304 (culpable homicide) of the Indian Penal Code. Police have arrested Murali.

The police, however, said they were waiting for the postmortem report to know how Yogish’s organs were damaged.

(With inputs from agencies)

In an unusual incident, a 24-year-old Bengaluru man lost his life to a prank that was supposed to be fun and harmless. The young man, Yogish, died of a colon burst after his friend put up an electric blow-dryer used for vehicles into his rectum while playfully handling it.

In an unusual incident, a 24-year-old Bengaluru man lost his life to a prank that was supposed to be fun and harmless. The young man, Yogish, died of a colon burst after his friend put up an electric blow-dryer used for vehicles into his rectum while playfully handling it. The incident took place on March 25 in Bengaluru’s Sampigehalli area where Yogish used to work in a vehicle repair and service centre. According to the police, Yogish’s friend Murali took a bike for servicing at his car service centre to get it fixed and washed. Also Read | Bengaluru Rameshwaram Cafe blast: NIA arrests key conspirator after multiple raids After Yogish repaired the bike and washed it, he was drying the vehicle with a heavy-duty air compressor or electric blow dryer. During banter between the two friends, Murali started blowing air on Yogish’s face and to save his face from the hot air; he turned around and bent down. Murali then kept blowing the hot air, aiming towards Yogish’s anus, which eventually entered the rectum. Though the pipe was not so close to him, the air pressure was so high that it ruptured Yogish’s anus and he started bleeding profusely. Soon he felt unconscious and Murali rushed him to the hospital. Also Read | Mukhtar Ansari: Grandson of Indian Army’s officer, first FIR at 15 - Life of gangster-politician Yogish’s intestines were completely damaged due to the high pressure from the blow-dryer, as per the doctors. Yogish was taken for an emergency operation but he failed to respond and died at the hospital. Police said Yogish hailed from Vijayapura and worked as a delivery agent in Bengaluru. Police also said that he was living with his grandmother at Thanisandra. Also Read | 'Hope everyone's rights are protected...': UN reacts to Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal's arrest A case has been filed at Sampigehalli police station under Section 304 (culpable homicide) of the Indian Penal Code. Police have arrested Murali. The police, however, said they were waiting for the postmortem report to know how Yogish’s organs were damaged. (With inputs from agencies)

Prank gone wrong! Bengaluru man dies after friend fills air into his rectum with compressor

The key conspirator in the Rameshwaram cafe blast case in Bengaluru was arrested by the National Investigation Agency (NIA) after massive raids across multiple locations in three states. Several customers and hotel staff members were injured in the blast on March 1.

Bengaluru Cafe blast: Key conspirator in Rameshwaram cafe blast case arrested by NIA

There is a recent development in Bengaluru Cafe Blast case. National Investigation Agency has arrested a key conspirator Muzammil Shareef. Massive raids were conducted across multiple locations in three states.

Bengaluru Cafe blast: NIA arrests key conspirator Muzammil Shareef after raids

A joint meeting of BJP and JD(S) leaders has been called on in Karnataka's Bengaluru later today. The aim is to ensure that there is proper understanding between leaders and workers of both parties in the runup to the Lok Sabha polls. Watch in for more details!

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A significant development in the bomb blast That Shook the Indian Tech Capital of Bengaluru investigators have most likely determined the identity of the Rameshwaram Cafe bomber and this was identifying a limited-edition baseball cap worn by him.

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A feud between the neighbouring families in Bengaluru in India's southern state of Karnataka escalated so much so that both parties ended up filing complaints against each other with the police authorities, media reports said.

The bone of contention? A window that the&nbsp;complainant, a 44-year-old woman, said that a&nbsp;newlywed couple next door used to keep open while they shared intimate moments. The incident is reportedly from Avalahalli area in south Bengaluru's Girinagar.&nbsp;

As per the woman, the neighbours persistently left their bedroom window open. She lodged a police complaint against the couple. The woman's home was faced directly to the couple's bedroom.&nbsp;

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The situation seems to be further exacerbated as the woman claimed that the couple responded to her request to close the window with threats and verbal abuse. The couple, as per the woman passed menacing remarks and tried to frighten her with rape threats.

She also alleged that the landlord of the building where the couple was tenants also attempted to assault her. The 44-year-old also claimed that the landlord's son also tried the same tactic to intimidate her, media reports said.&nbsp;

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In response to the complaint, authorities registered a First Information Report (FIR) under several sections of the Indian Penal Code (IPC), including intentional insult, criminal intimidation, and insult to the modesty of a woman.

However, the landlord rebutted the allegations. The landlord asserted that the woman was instigating conflicts with their tenants in an attempt to force them out of the property.

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In a tit-for-tat move, the landlord filed a counter-complaint. The landlord, as per reports, accused the woman of harassment and intentionally creating disturbances to pressurise&nbsp;their tenants into vacating.
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Presently, both complaints are under investigation by the police as they look into the discord between the neighbouring households.

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A feud between the neighbouring families in Bengaluru in India's southern state of Karnataka escalated so much so that both parties ended up filing complaints against each other with the police authorities, media reports said.

A feud between the neighbouring families in Bengaluru in India's southern state of Karnataka escalated so much so that both parties ended up filing complaints against each other with the police authorities, media reports said. The bone of contention? A window that the complainant, a 44-year-old woman, said that a newlywed couple next door used to keep open while they shared intimate moments. The incident is reportedly from Avalahalli area in south Bengaluru's Girinagar. As per the woman, the neighbours persistently left their bedroom window open. She lodged a police complaint against the couple. The woman's home was faced directly to the couple's bedroom. Also Read | Indian student goes missing in US, family seeks MEA's help after getting ransom call The situation seems to be further exacerbated as the woman claimed that the couple responded to her request to close the window with threats and verbal abuse. The couple, as per the woman passed menacing remarks and tried to frighten her with rape threats. She also alleged that the landlord of the building where the couple was tenants also attempted to assault her. The 44-year-old also claimed that the landlord's son also tried the same tactic to intimidate her, media reports said. Also Read | SBI submits complete electoral bond details with unique numbers to Election Commission In response to the complaint, authorities registered a First Information Report (FIR) under several sections of the Indian Penal Code (IPC), including intentional insult, criminal intimidation, and insult to the modesty of a woman. However, the landlord rebutted the allegations. The landlord asserted that the woman was instigating conflicts with their tenants in an attempt to force them out of the property. Watch | Archaeologists try to unearth ‘India’s oldest temple’ in Madhya Pradesh × In a tit-for-tat move, the landlord filed a counter-complaint. The landlord, as per reports, accused the woman of harassment and intentionally creating disturbances to pressurise their tenants into vacating. Presently, both complaints are under investigation by the police as they look into the discord between the neighbouring households. (With inputs from agencies)

Bengaluru neighbours square off over open bedroom window. Here's what happened...

A woman in India's Bengaluru, the capital city of the southern Indian state of Karnataka, has shared a disturbing incident where she was allegedly groped by a man near her home. On&nbsp;social media platform X, formerly Twitter, the woman dropped a video capturing the aftermath of the alleged assault on her by a man. In the video, the man who allegedly assaulted the woman could be seen&nbsp;pleading for help and mercy.&nbsp;

If&nbsp;reports and the social media posts are to be believed, the incident occurred on Monday night (Mar 18) when a friend dropped the woman close to her house. As she was opening the gate, a man&nbsp;unexpectedly groped her from behind and fled the scene.

The woman immediately contacted her friend and urged him to stop the assailant before he got away.

Sharing this part of the incident, she took to X and recounted, "Last night in #NammaBengaluru a friend of mine dropped me near my house and as I was about to open the gate, this man came and groped me from behind and started running. I called my friend and asked him to stop him before he rode away."

In the footage that the woman posted on her social media platform, a man could be seen shielding his face from the camera and confessing to his act.&nbsp;

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"In this video, the man is accepting what he had done. My friend was there to catch hold of him and had it not been the case, we never know what all could have happened and he would have not been caught. We called the Bangalore Police on site and he was taken to jail," she disclosed. The man, as per the video, was seen fully aware of his actions.

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However, despite the incident, the woman chose not to file a First Information Report (FIR), reportedly fearing long and cumbersome legal process.

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"This man is unfortunately being left out again because I am not going to file an FIR. The laws in our Constitution are more focused on safeguarding such #animals and had I injured him significantly in self defence, I would be charged much more. What a shame, right?" she lamented on X.&nbsp;

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"I am unable to file an FIR because of all the trouble that lies ahead of it. The number of court trials and everything involved would mentally harass me is what the people in my #neighbourhood suggested who had come on site to help me," she added.&nbsp;

Though she refrained from formal legal action, the woman said that she aimed to raise awareness about the gaps in the legal framework that can potentially allow perpetrators to evade accountability.

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A woman in India's Bengaluru, the capital city of the southern Indian state of Karnataka, has shared a disturbing incident where she was allegedly groped by a man near her home.

A woman in India's Bengaluru, the capital city of the southern Indian state of Karnataka, has shared a disturbing incident where she was allegedly groped by a man near her home. On social media platform X, formerly Twitter, the woman dropped a video capturing the aftermath of the alleged assault on her by a man. In the video, the man who allegedly assaulted the woman could be seen pleading for help and mercy. If reports and the social media posts are to be believed, the incident occurred on Monday night (Mar 18) when a friend dropped the woman close to her house. As she was opening the gate, a man unexpectedly groped her from behind and fled the scene. The woman immediately contacted her friend and urged him to stop the assailant before he got away. Sharing this part of the incident, she took to X and recounted, "Last night in #NammaBengaluru a friend of mine dropped me near my house and as I was about to open the gate, this man came and groped me from behind and started running. I called my friend and asked him to stop him before he rode away." In the footage that the woman posted on her social media platform, a man could be seen shielding his face from the camera and confessing to his act. Also Read | Startup Mahakumbh 2024: PM Modi Affirms India boasts more than 125,000 startups "In this video, the man is accepting what he had done. My friend was there to catch hold of him and had it not been the case, we never know what all could have happened and he would have not been caught. We called the Bangalore Police on site and he was taken to jail," she disclosed. The man, as per the video, was seen fully aware of his actions. Last night in #NammaBengaluru a friend of mine dropped me near my house and as I was about to open the gate, this man came and groped me from behind and started running. I called my friend and asked him to stop him before he rode away. *continued pic.twitter.com/Oj0kzU6gGv — Stuti (@stuutiiiiiiiiii) March 19, 2024 × However, despite the incident, the woman chose not to file a First Information Report (FIR), reportedly fearing long and cumbersome legal process. Also Read | Rohingyas have no fundamental right to reside and settle in India, Centre tells Supreme Court "This man is unfortunately being left out again because I am not going to file an FIR. The laws in our Constitution are more focused on safeguarding such #animals and had I injured him significantly in self defence, I would be charged much more. What a shame, right?" she lamented on X. Watch | Bengaluru Water Crisis: Will Bengaluru property rates plummet? × "I am unable to file an FIR because of all the trouble that lies ahead of it. The number of court trials and everything involved would mentally harass me is what the people in my #neighbourhood suggested who had come on site to help me," she added. Though she refrained from formal legal action, the woman said that she aimed to raise awareness about the gaps in the legal framework that can potentially allow perpetrators to evade accountability. (With inputs from agencies)

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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday (Mar 18) slammed Congress leader Rahul Gandhi over his 'Shakti' remark stating that the grand old party and INDIA bloc were trying to challenge the concept of 'Nari Shakti'.

While addressing a public meeting in Shivamogga, PM Modi said, "Yesterday an announcement to destroy Shakti was made from Shivaji Park (in Mumbai). How much it must have hurt the soul of Balasaheb Thackeray. Nari Shakti ka yahi aashirvad mera sabse bada kawach hai (Blessings of Nari Shaki is my biggest security shield). No other government has given so much focus to Nari Shakti since Independence."

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Stating that every mother and daughter is a form of ‘shakti’ in India he said that Gandhi's&nbsp;remark was an attack on the women of the country and also accused the INDIA bloc of disliking the rise of 'Nari Shakti' or 'woman&nbsp;power'.

"The people of the INDI alliance want to destroy this Shakti. They hate the increasing shakti of Maa Bharti. An attack on Shakti means an attack on women, daughters, Maa Bharti. INDI alliance and Congress has challenged this Shakti, our daughters, and women of this country will give them a befitting reply on June 4," he said.

He also denounced former Maharashtra Chief Minister and Bal Thackeray's son Uddhav Thackeray, who was present along with Gandhi when he made the remark.

“And who were there on the dais? What would be happening to Bal Thackeray's soul?” PM Modi said.&nbsp;

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<h2>'Modi ji twisting 'Shakti' remark', alleged Gandhi</h2>

Gandhi, on Monday, issuing a clarification over his remarks after severe backlash, said that PM Modi was “twisting" his remarks.

“Modi ji does not like my words, he always tries to change their meaning by twisting them in some way or the other because he knows that I have spoken a deep truth. The Shakti that I mentioned, the Shakti that we are fighting, is the mask of that power, Modi ji," Rahul Gandhi said in a long post on X.

The Congress leader invited sharp criticism after he criticised the ruling BJP and Prime Minister Modi on multiple fronts, including allegations of tampering with Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs), during his address in Mumbai at the closing ceremony of Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra.

“There is a word 'Shakti' (might) in Hinduism. We are fighting against a Shakti (might of the state). The question is, what is that Shakti and what does it entail for us? The soul and integrity of EVMs have been traded to the King (Modi). This is a fact. Not just EVMs but every autonomous institution of the country, be it the ED, CBI or Income Tax department, have traded their spines to the Centre," Gandhi said.

(With inputs from agencies)

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday (Mar 18) slammed Congress leader Rahul Gandhi over his 'Shakti' remark stating that the grand old party and INDIA bloc were trying to challenge the concept of 'Nari Shakti'.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday (Mar 18) slammed Congress leader Rahul Gandhi over his 'Shakti' remark stating that the grand old party and INDIA bloc were trying to challenge the concept of 'Nari Shakti'. While addressing a public meeting in Shivamogga, PM Modi said, "Yesterday an announcement to destroy Shakti was made from Shivaji Park (in Mumbai). How much it must have hurt the soul of Balasaheb Thackeray. Nari Shakti ka yahi aashirvad mera sabse bada kawach hai (Blessings of Nari Shaki is my biggest security shield). No other government has given so much focus to Nari Shakti since Independence." #WATCH | Shivamogga, Karnataka: PM Narendra Modi says, "Yesterday an announcement to destroy Shakti was made from Shivaji Park (in Mumbai). How much it must have hurt the soul of Balasaheb Thackeray... Nari Shakti ka yahi aashirvad mera sabse bada kawach hai...The people of the… pic.twitter.com/BoFDzgeYW7 — ANI (@ANI) March 18, 2024 × Stating that every mother and daughter is a form of ‘shakti’ in India he said that Gandhi's remark was an attack on the women of the country and also accused the INDIA bloc of disliking the rise of 'Nari Shakti' or 'woman power'. "The people of the INDI alliance want to destroy this Shakti. They hate the increasing shakti of Maa Bharti. An attack on Shakti means an attack on women, daughters, Maa Bharti. INDI alliance and Congress has challenged this Shakti, our daughters, and women of this country will give them a befitting reply on June 4," he said. He also denounced former Maharashtra Chief Minister and Bal Thackeray's son Uddhav Thackeray, who was present along with Gandhi when he made the remark. “And who were there on the dais? What would be happening to Bal Thackeray's soul?” PM Modi said. Also read: Lok Sabha elections 2024: Modi responds to Rahul’s ‘Shakti’ remark: ‘Jaan ki baazi laga dunga’ 'Modi ji twisting 'Shakti' remark', alleged Gandhi Gandhi, on Monday, issuing a clarification over his remarks after severe backlash, said that PM Modi was “twisting" his remarks. “Modi ji does not like my words, he always tries to change their meaning by twisting them in some way or the other because he knows that I have spoken a deep truth. The Shakti that I mentioned, the Shakti that we are fighting, is the mask of that power, Modi ji," Rahul Gandhi said in a long post on X. The Congress leader invited sharp criticism after he criticised the ruling BJP and Prime Minister Modi on multiple fronts, including allegations of tampering with Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs), during his address in Mumbai at the closing ceremony of Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra. “There is a word 'Shakti' (might) in Hinduism. We are fighting against a Shakti (might of the state). The question is, what is that Shakti and what does it entail for us? The soul and integrity of EVMs have been traded to the King (Modi). This is a fact. Not just EVMs but every autonomous institution of the country, be it the ED, CBI or Income Tax department, have traded their spines to the Centre," Gandhi said. (With inputs from agencies)

PM Modi says Congress seeking to destroy 'Nari Shakti'; Rahul Gandhi accuses Modi of twisting remark

Bengaluru is struggling with water crisis. Groundwater is depleting. Cauvery Basin is facing drought. Of the 14,700 borewells in Bengaluru, 6,997 have dried up, as per reports. Residents in Bengaluru are struggling with every water drop. This raises a question of whether Bengaluru is heading towards Cape Town-like 'Day Zero'.

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In a significant development, the National Investigation Agency (NIA)&nbsp;is questioning a suspect in the Rameshwaram cafe blast case. No arrest has been made so far.

The explosion in the popular Bengaluru cafe caused injuries to nine people on March 1.&nbsp;According to police sources, this man is suspected to be an associate of the main suspect captured on security camera leaving a bag at the cafe on the day of the explosion.

As per details from NIA sources reported by ANI, the suspect named Shabbir was detained in Bellary district, Karnataka.

“He is still being questioned in the case. It is yet to be ascertained whether he is the same man caught on CCTV camera,” ANI quoted the sources as saying.

This development comes two days after Karnataka Home Minister G Parameshwara hinted at progress in identifying the suspect linked to the March 1 blast at the cafe.&nbsp;

The NIA&nbsp;has offered a reward of ₹1 million ($13K)&nbsp;for any information regarding the perpetrator involved in the explosion.&nbsp;Additionally, the agency has guaranteed the protection of the identities of those providing information.

"NIA announces a cash reward of 10 lakh rupees for information about the bomber in Rameshwaram Cafe blast case of Bengaluru. Informants' identity will be kept confidential," the NIA said in a post on 'X'.

The counter-terrorism agency, which assumed control of the investigation on March 3, has appealed to the public for assistance in identifying the principal suspect believed to have planted an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) at the popular Bengaluru restaurant.

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<h2>Cafe reopens&nbsp;amid tight security</h2>

The Rameshwaram Cafe resumed operations on Saturday (Mar 9), following a low-intensity blast.

The founders of the cafe, Divya Raghavendra Rao and Raghavendra Rao, resumed operations, reopening their fast-food eatery famous for its South Indian cuisine staples.

“The attack on the cafe did not dampen our spirits. It only united us and made us fight back harder. The reopening today is our response to the attack. It also sends a message — that Indians will not be deterred by such attacks,” the founder told the Indian Express.

Also watch |&nbsp;&nbsp;Bengaluru's Rameshwaram cafe reopens after 8 days with tight security

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The cafe incurred damage from the attack, primarily affecting the handwashing area. Some damage was also caused to the roof, cash counter, and the cafe's logo. Security measures have since been enhanced at the establishment.

(With inputs from agencies)

In a significant development, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) is questioning a suspect in the Rameshwaram cafe blast case. No arrest has been made so far.

In a significant development, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) is questioning a suspect in the Rameshwaram cafe blast case. No arrest has been made so far. The explosion in the popular Bengaluru cafe caused injuries to nine people on March 1. According to police sources, this man is suspected to be an associate of the main suspect captured on security camera leaving a bag at the cafe on the day of the explosion. As per details from NIA sources reported by ANI, the suspect named Shabbir was detained in Bellary district, Karnataka. “He is still being questioned in the case. It is yet to be ascertained whether he is the same man caught on CCTV camera,” ANI quoted the sources as saying. This development comes two days after Karnataka Home Minister G Parameshwara hinted at progress in identifying the suspect linked to the March 1 blast at the cafe. The NIA has offered a reward of ₹1 million ($13K) for any information regarding the perpetrator involved in the explosion. Additionally, the agency has guaranteed the protection of the identities of those providing information. "NIA announces a cash reward of 10 lakh rupees for information about the bomber in Rameshwaram Cafe blast case of Bengaluru. Informants' identity will be kept confidential," the NIA said in a post on 'X'. The counter-terrorism agency, which assumed control of the investigation on March 3, has appealed to the public for assistance in identifying the principal suspect believed to have planted an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) at the popular Bengaluru restaurant. Also read | Rameshwaram Cafe blast: Man orders idli, flees leaving bag with explosives at Bengaluru eatery. WATCH Cafe reopens amid tight security The Rameshwaram Cafe resumed operations on Saturday (Mar 9), following a low-intensity blast. The founders of the cafe, Divya Raghavendra Rao and Raghavendra Rao, resumed operations, reopening their fast-food eatery famous for its South Indian cuisine staples. “The attack on the cafe did not dampen our spirits. It only united us and made us fight back harder. The reopening today is our response to the attack. It also sends a message — that Indians will not be deterred by such attacks,” the founder told the Indian Express. Also watch | Bengaluru's Rameshwaram cafe reopens after 8 days with tight security The cafe incurred damage from the attack, primarily affecting the handwashing area. Some damage was also caused to the roof, cash counter, and the cafe's logo. Security measures have since been enhanced at the establishment. (With inputs from agencies)

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In Bengaluru where the water crisis in Bengaluru continues to worsen. To cope with the current situation Civil Authorities in the Southern Indian city has prohibited the use of drinking water in swimming pools due to which several pools across the city face the threat of closure.

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A 46-year-old Chartered Accountant (CA), based in the Bengaluru city of Karnataka state, got duped for Rs 6.2 lakh (approx. $7500 ) when he tried to sell his kidney to make a few quick bucks. As per the Times Of India report, Raghuvaran (name changed) tried to sell his kidney online to find a way out of financial trouble, but he&nbsp;ended up losing more money to fraudsters.

The man, a resident of Mathikere in Bengaluru, told Central CEN Crime police in his complaint that on February 28, he started his online search for people looking for kidney donors and landed up on a website called kindeysuperspecialist.org.

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On the website, he found a contact number and tried reaching out on it. The receiver asked Raghuvaran to text him on WhatsApp and asked him to share his basic details such as name, age, address, and blood group.&nbsp;

When Raghuvaran revealed that his blood group was AB negative, the fraudsters offered him Rs 2 crore ($20 million) for a kidney, with half the amount paid in advance. He then sent his ID proof such as Aadhaar and PAN cards as well as a photograph to a mail ID- ‘doctordineshkullar@gmail.com’, which was provided to him by the fraudsters, the man told TOI.&nbsp;

"Initially, they asked me to pay Rs 8,000 for NOC and registration fee. Later, they told me to pay Rs 20,000 to purchase a code. The next day, they asked me to pay Rs 85,000 to operate the code," Raghuvaran said.

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On March 2, he was again asked to pay Rs 5 lakh ($ 50 million) for tax clearance to transfer the funds to his account, and Raghuvaran followed the instructions.&nbsp;

The next day, he received a call from an unknown number. "The caller, a woman, claimed to be a staffer of State Bank of India, Delhi and asked me to make a payment of Rs 7.6 lakh to get an anti-drug and terrorist clearance form. I suspected something fishy and didn't make the payment. They had sent me a form by email. I called my boss and a few friends. My boss informed me it was a scam and suggested that I immediately lodge a police complaint," Raghuvaran said.

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A man posing to be a doctor had also called Raghuvaran and explained to him the details of being a kidney donor.&nbsp;

Raghuvaran said he wanted to pay his EMIs, close credit cards and solve other of his financial issues. He said that he was completely unaware of the fact that selling a kidney to strangers for money is illegal.

A senior police officer said a case has been registered under the Information Technology Act and IPC Section 420&nbsp;for cheating and dishonestly inducing the delivery of property. &nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies) 
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A 46-year-old Chartered Accountant (CA), based in the Bengaluru city of Karnataka state, got duped for Rs 6.2 lakh (approx. $7500 ) when he tried to sell his kidney to make a few quick bucks.

A 46-year-old Chartered Accountant (CA), based in the Bengaluru city of Karnataka state, got duped for Rs 6.2 lakh (approx. $7500 ) when he tried to sell his kidney to make a few quick bucks. As per the Times Of India report, Raghuvaran (name changed) tried to sell his kidney online to find a way out of financial trouble, but he ended up losing more money to fraudsters. The man, a resident of Mathikere in Bengaluru, told Central CEN Crime police in his complaint that on February 28, he started his online search for people looking for kidney donors and landed up on a website called kindeysuperspecialist.org. Also Read | Byju's shifts to remote work, closes offices nationwide amid financial turmoil On the website, he found a contact number and tried reaching out on it. The receiver asked Raghuvaran to text him on WhatsApp and asked him to share his basic details such as name, age, address, and blood group. When Raghuvaran revealed that his blood group was AB negative, the fraudsters offered him Rs 2 crore ($20 million) for a kidney, with half the amount paid in advance. He then sent his ID proof such as Aadhaar and PAN cards as well as a photograph to a mail ID- ‘doctordineshkullar@gmail.com’, which was provided to him by the fraudsters, the man told TOI. "Initially, they asked me to pay Rs 8,000 for NOC and registration fee. Later, they told me to pay Rs 20,000 to purchase a code. The next day, they asked me to pay Rs 85,000 to operate the code," Raghuvaran said. Also Read | India still world’s largest arms importer with Russia being its top supplier: Report On March 2, he was again asked to pay Rs 5 lakh ($ 50 million) for tax clearance to transfer the funds to his account, and Raghuvaran followed the instructions. The next day, he received a call from an unknown number. "The caller, a woman, claimed to be a staffer of State Bank of India, Delhi and asked me to make a payment of Rs 7.6 lakh to get an anti-drug and terrorist clearance form. I suspected something fishy and didn't make the payment. They had sent me a form by email. I called my boss and a few friends. My boss informed me it was a scam and suggested that I immediately lodge a police complaint," Raghuvaran said. Also Read | IndiGo co-founder Rakesh Gangwal sells $820 million stake in bulk deal A man posing to be a doctor had also called Raghuvaran and explained to him the details of being a kidney donor. Raghuvaran said he wanted to pay his EMIs, close credit cards and solve other of his financial issues. He said that he was completely unaware of the fact that selling a kidney to strangers for money is illegal. A senior police officer said a case has been registered under the Information Technology Act and IPC Section 420 for cheating and dishonestly inducing the delivery of property. (With inputs from agencies)

Bengaluru-based CA duped by fraudsters after he tried to sell his kidney online

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Bengaluru's renowned eatery, ‘The Rameshwaram Cafe’, is all set to resume operations on Saturday (Mar 9), following a low-intensity blast a week ago.&nbsp;Co-founders Divya and Raghavendra Rao have confirmed the attendance of Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, Deputy CM DK Shivakumar, and Home Minister Dr G Parameshwara at the reopening ceremony.

In response to the blast, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) announced a ₹1 million ($12K)&nbsp;cash reward for any information leading to the arrest&nbsp;of the suspected bomber. Taking charge of the probe earlier this week, NIA has intensified efforts to unravel the circumstances surrounding the explosion, which left at least 10 individuals wounded.

<h2>New CCTV footage emerges</h2>

Fresh CCTV footage has surfaced showing&nbsp;the suspected bomber boarding a BMTC (Bengaluru Metropolitan Transport Corporation) bus. This footage, sourced by news agency PTI, showed the suspect wearing&nbsp;a cap, face mask, glasses, black shoes and pants, and a greyish-green button-up shirt—moments before the incident.

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Rameshwaram Cafe blast suspect spotted inside&nbsp; BMTC bus. Source: Twitter

Earlier footage retrieved from the cafe's vicinity captured customers gathered at the billing counter mere moments before the explosion occurred.

Authorities have obtained a substantial amount of CCTV footage, estimated at 40 to 50 recordings, to aid in the investigation.

Karnataka's Director General of Police, Alok Mohan said investigations into the blast is&nbsp;ongoing.

FSL (Forensic Science Laboratory) teams have examined the premises and the city police commissioner and other officials remain actively involved in the inquiry.

Initial assessments suggest that the explosion was orchestrated through an Improvised Explosive Device (IED).

The Karnataka Police has registered a case under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act and Explosives Substances Act, intensifying efforts to identify and arrest&nbsp;those responsible.

(With inputs from agencies)

Bengaluru's renowned eatery, ‘The Rameshwaram Cafe’, is all set to resume operations on Saturday (Mar 9), following a low-intensity blast a week ago. Co-founders Divya and Raghavendra Rao have confirmed the attendance of Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, Deputy CM DK Shivakumar, and Home Minister Dr G Parameshwara at the reopening ceremony.

Bengaluru's renowned eatery, ‘The Rameshwaram Cafe’, is all set to resume operations on Saturday (Mar 9), following a low-intensity blast a week ago. Co-founders Divya and Raghavendra Rao have confirmed the attendance of Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, Deputy CM DK Shivakumar, and Home Minister Dr G Parameshwara at the reopening ceremony. In response to the blast, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) announced a ₹1 million ($12K) cash reward for any information leading to the arrest of the suspected bomber. Taking charge of the probe earlier this week, NIA has intensified efforts to unravel the circumstances surrounding the explosion, which left at least 10 individuals wounded. New CCTV footage emerges Fresh CCTV footage has surfaced showing the suspected bomber boarding a BMTC (Bengaluru Metropolitan Transport Corporation) bus. This footage, sourced by news agency PTI, showed the suspect wearing a cap, face mask, glasses, black shoes and pants, and a greyish-green button-up shirt—moments before the incident. Rameshwaram Cafe blast suspect spotted inside BMTC bus. Source: Twitter Earlier footage retrieved from the cafe's vicinity captured customers gathered at the billing counter mere moments before the explosion occurred. Authorities have obtained a substantial amount of CCTV footage, estimated at 40 to 50 recordings, to aid in the investigation. Karnataka's Director General of Police, Alok Mohan said investigations into the blast is ongoing. FSL (Forensic Science Laboratory) teams have examined the premises and the city police commissioner and other officials remain actively involved in the inquiry. Initial assessments suggest that the explosion was orchestrated through an Improvised Explosive Device (IED). The Karnataka Police has registered a case under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act and Explosives Substances Act, intensifying efforts to identify and arrest those responsible. (With inputs from agencies)

Rameshwaram Cafe: Bengaluru's famous eatery to reopen on March 9 after blast that injured 10

About 8 days after a IED blast rocked Bengaluru's Rameshwaram Cafe the famous eatery has now reopened its doors amid some pretty tight security. The cafe resumed its services with much fanfare on the occasion of Mahashivaratri. Watch to know more!

Bengaluru Cafe Blast: Rameshwaram cafe, targeted by IED blast reopens with tight security

India: Bengaluru's Rameshwaram cafe reopens after 8 days with tight security

In a proactive move to address its acute water shortage, Bengaluru has implemented penalties for the wastage of drinking water, signaling a crucial step towards conservation and sustainability.

The Bengaluru Water Supply and Sewerage Board has taken decisive action to encourage responsible water usage. Recognising the severity of the crisis, the board has mandated the economical use of drinking water across the city.

<h2>Restrictions on Usage</h2>

Residents are being&nbsp;urged to refrain from using drinking water for non-essential purposes such as washing vehicles, construction activities, and entertainment venues like cinema halls and malls.&nbsp;

Violators of the usage restrictions will face financial penalties. A fine of ₹5,000 ($60) will be imposed initially, with repeat offenders incurring an additional ₹500 ($6) penalty for each subsequent violation.&nbsp;

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Bengaluru, home to a population of 1.3 crore, grapples with a significant shortfall in its daily water supply, exceeding 1,500 MLD. This deficit, against a demand ranging between 2,600-2,800 MLD, shows&nbsp;the urgent need for conservation measures.

The water crisis extends beyond Bengaluru, with parts of Tumakuru and Uttara Kannada districts of Karnataka also vulnerable to shortages, as identified by the revenue department. A staggering 236 taluks (a subdivision of a district)&nbsp;in the state have been declared drought-hit, with severe repercussions affecting 219 of them.

The state government is actively exploring various strategies to mitigate the crisis, including the utilisation of recycled and treated water from residents' associations. These measures are crucial for ensuring sustainable water management practices.

Helplines and control rooms established by the government are inundated with requests, reflecting the gravity of the situation. Authorities are intensifying efforts to combat illicit water tanker operations, which are exacerbating&nbsp;the scarcity issue.

To address soaring costs associated with water tankers, the Bangalore City District Collector has intervened by setting rates for 200 privately operated tankers over a four-month period.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

In a proactive move to address its acute water shortage, Bengaluru has implemented penalties for the wastage of drinking water, signaling a crucial step towards conservation and sustainability.

In a proactive move to address its acute water shortage, Bengaluru has implemented penalties for the wastage of drinking water, signaling a crucial step towards conservation and sustainability. The Bengaluru Water Supply and Sewerage Board has taken decisive action to encourage responsible water usage. Recognising the severity of the crisis, the board has mandated the economical use of drinking water across the city. Restrictions on Usage Residents are being urged to refrain from using drinking water for non-essential purposes such as washing vehicles, construction activities, and entertainment venues like cinema halls and malls. Violators of the usage restrictions will face financial penalties. A fine of ₹5,000 ($60) will be imposed initially, with repeat offenders incurring an additional ₹500 ($6) penalty for each subsequent violation. Also read | Bengaluru cafe blast: Accused visited eatery many times before planting explosive Bengaluru, home to a population of 1.3 crore, grapples with a significant shortfall in its daily water supply, exceeding 1,500 MLD. This deficit, against a demand ranging between 2,600-2,800 MLD, shows the urgent need for conservation measures. The water crisis extends beyond Bengaluru, with parts of Tumakuru and Uttara Kannada districts of Karnataka also vulnerable to shortages, as identified by the revenue department. A staggering 236 taluks (a subdivision of a district) in the state have been declared drought-hit, with severe repercussions affecting 219 of them. The state government is actively exploring various strategies to mitigate the crisis, including the utilisation of recycled and treated water from residents' associations. These measures are crucial for ensuring sustainable water management practices. Helplines and control rooms established by the government are inundated with requests, reflecting the gravity of the situation. Authorities are intensifying efforts to combat illicit water tanker operations, which are exacerbating the scarcity issue. To address soaring costs associated with water tankers, the Bangalore City District Collector has intervened by setting rates for 200 privately operated tankers over a four-month period. (With inputs from agencies)

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