<p>The movements of the suspect in the blast at Rameshwaram Cafe in Bengaluru's Whitefield area on March 1 have been revealed.&nbsp;According to media reports, the suspect was captured on CCTV footage at a bus stand in&nbsp;Ballari, about 309 kilometres from Bengaluru, the capital of India's southern Karnataka state.</p>

<p>The suspect was spotted on camera nearly eight hours after the tragic explosion in which about 10 people sustained injuries.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The investigation into the blast at Bengaluru's Rameshwaram Cafe was transferred to the National Investigation Agency (NIA) by the Ministry of Home Affairs on March 4, following which the&nbsp;central counter-terrorism law enforcement agency&nbsp;detained four individuals.</p>

<p>These people, as per media reports, are associated with a Ballari-based module of the Islamic State terror group, or ISIS.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The suspects, identified as Minaj alias Md Sulaiman, Shayan Rahman alias Hussain, Syed Sameer, and Anas Iqbal Shaikh were previously apprehended during an NIA operation in December 2023.</p>

<h2><strong>Suspect's movement traced</strong></h2>

<p>The CCTV footage traced the suspect's journey from the blast site to Ballari. There, he is believed to have changed attire multiple times to evade any suspicion, media reports said citing sources.</p>

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<p>Now, the authorities are investigating whether the suspect boarded buses to other destinations from Ballari, potentially towards coastal or northern border areas.</p>

<p>Reports citing sources also suggested that the suspect may have used day passes for Volvo city buses for transportation to and from the site of the attack.</p>

<p>The suspect was captured on CCTV footage taking a Volvo bus near the cafe, and changing his shirt for a T-shirt shortly afterward.</p>

<p>He discarded key evidence, a baseball cap, before boarding a state bus bound for Tumkur.</p>

<p>After several hours, he reappeared on CCTV at the Ballari bus stand. The suspect reportedly changed buses multiple times during his journey, suggesting meticulous planning in planting the bomb and making his escape.</p>

<p>Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar on March 2 received emails containing threats of additional "bomb blasts" within the state.</p>

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<p>The Rameshwaram Cafe blast shares similarities with an accidental explosion in Mangaluru in November 2023, involving a local ISIS module.</p>

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<p>Investigators are examining data on&nbsp;the sale of digital timers with circuit boards, similar to those used in the cafe blast, to identify potential suspects, reports said citing sources.&nbsp;</p>

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The movements of the suspect in the blast at Rameshwaram Cafe in Bengaluru's Whitefield area on March 1 have been revealed. According to media reports, the suspect was captured on CCTV footage at a bus stand in Ballari, about 309 kilometres from Bengaluru, the capital of India's southern Karnataka state.

The movements of the suspect in the blast at Rameshwaram Cafe in Bengaluru's Whitefield area on March 1 have been revealed. According to media reports, the suspect was captured on CCTV footage at a bus stand in Ballari, about 309 kilometres from Bengaluru, the capital of India's southern Karnataka state. The suspect was spotted on camera nearly eight hours after the tragic explosion in which about 10 people sustained injuries. The investigation into the blast at Bengaluru's Rameshwaram Cafe was transferred to the National Investigation Agency (NIA) by the Ministry of Home Affairs on March 4, following which the central counter-terrorism law enforcement agency detained four individuals. These people, as per media reports, are associated with a Ballari-based module of the Islamic State terror group, or ISIS. The suspects, identified as Minaj alias Md Sulaiman, Shayan Rahman alias Hussain, Syed Sameer, and Anas Iqbal Shaikh were previously apprehended during an NIA operation in December 2023. Suspect's movement traced The CCTV footage traced the suspect's journey from the blast site to Ballari. There, he is believed to have changed attire multiple times to evade any suspicion, media reports said citing sources. Also Read | 'Nari Shakti': PM Modi celebrates Women's Day with $1.21 reduction in LPG cylinder prices Now, the authorities are investigating whether the suspect boarded buses to other destinations from Ballari, potentially towards coastal or northern border areas. Reports citing sources also suggested that the suspect may have used day passes for Volvo city buses for transportation to and from the site of the attack. The suspect was captured on CCTV footage taking a Volvo bus near the cafe, and changing his shirt for a T-shirt shortly afterward. He discarded key evidence, a baseball cap, before boarding a state bus bound for Tumkur. After several hours, he reappeared on CCTV at the Ballari bus stand. The suspect reportedly changed buses multiple times during his journey, suggesting meticulous planning in planting the bomb and making his escape. Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar on March 2 received emails containing threats of additional "bomb blasts" within the state. Also Read | Indian probe agency busts human trafficking network taking Indians to Russia-Ukraine war zone The Rameshwaram Cafe blast shares similarities with an accidental explosion in Mangaluru in November 2023, involving a local ISIS module. Watch | India boosts AI infra with $1.25 billion investment × Investigators are examining data on the sale of digital timers with circuit boards, similar to those used in the cafe blast, to identify potential suspects, reports said citing sources. (With inputs from agencies)

Bengaluru's Rameshwaram cafe blast: Trail of suspect revealed as NIA takes 4 into custody: Report

<p>The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has declared a cash reward of ₹1 million ($13k) for any information regarding the perpetrator of the Rameshwaram Cafe blast in Bengaluru city of India's Karnataka state.&nbsp;<br />
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<p>The explosion at the bustling Rameshwaram Cafe in Bengaluru's Brookfield area left nine individuals, including seven customers, injured. Contrary to initial suspicions of a gas leak, investigators later turned their attention to an improvised explosive device (IED) concealed in a bag at the cafe.</p>

<h2><strong>Probe into the incident</strong></h2>

<p>Karnataka Police, in collaboration with the NIA and Intelligence Bureau (IB), are conducting a comprehensive inquiry into the blast. Surveillance footage captured moment of the explosion, triggering chaos and prompting an urgent evacuation of the premises.</p>

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<p>Authorities suspect the blast originated from a bag placed by an unidentified individual. Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has raised concerns over the incident, suggesting the involvement of an improvised explosive device (IED), and disclosing details about a suspicious individual captured on security cameras.</p>

<p>Siddaramaiah said&nbsp;that a masked individual arrived by bus, purchased food from the cafe, and subsequently left behind a bag containing an IED with a timer device.&nbsp;He urged the public to refrain from politicising the issue and urged cooperation with the investigation, promising stringent action against the culprits.</p>

<p><strong>Also watch |&nbsp;Bengaluru Rameshwaram Cafe Blast: At least nine injured, shifted to hospital</strong></p>

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<p>Despite the unsettling incident, the co-founder of Rameshwaram Cafe announced plans to reopen the establishment on March 8, extending resilience in the face of adversity.&nbsp;</p>

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The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has declared a cash reward of ₹1 million ($13k) for any information regarding the perpetrator of the Rameshwaram Cafe blast in Bengaluru city of India's Karnataka state.

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has declared a cash reward of ₹1 million ($13k) for any information regarding the perpetrator of the Rameshwaram Cafe blast in Bengaluru city of India's Karnataka state. Assuring informants of anonymity, the agency sought to expedite the investigation into the incident. NIA announces a cash reward of Rs. 10 lakh for information about the bomber in the Rameshwaram Cafe blast case of Bengaluru. Informant's identity will be kept confidential: NIA pic.twitter.com/NY5PPnELKE — ANI (@ANI) March 6, 2024 × The explosion at the bustling Rameshwaram Cafe in Bengaluru's Brookfield area left nine individuals, including seven customers, injured. Contrary to initial suspicions of a gas leak, investigators later turned their attention to an improvised explosive device (IED) concealed in a bag at the cafe. Probe into the incident Karnataka Police, in collaboration with the NIA and Intelligence Bureau (IB), are conducting a comprehensive inquiry into the blast. Surveillance footage captured moment of the explosion, triggering chaos and prompting an urgent evacuation of the premises. Also read | Rameshwaram Cafe blast: Man orders idli, flees leaving bag with explosives at Bengaluru eatery. WATCH Authorities suspect the blast originated from a bag placed by an unidentified individual. Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has raised concerns over the incident, suggesting the involvement of an improvised explosive device (IED), and disclosing details about a suspicious individual captured on security cameras. Siddaramaiah said that a masked individual arrived by bus, purchased food from the cafe, and subsequently left behind a bag containing an IED with a timer device. He urged the public to refrain from politicising the issue and urged cooperation with the investigation, promising stringent action against the culprits. Also watch | Bengaluru Rameshwaram Cafe Blast: At least nine injured, shifted to hospital Despite the unsettling incident, the co-founder of Rameshwaram Cafe announced plans to reopen the establishment on March 8, extending resilience in the face of adversity. (With inputs from agencies)

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<p>A Bengaluru woman is under investigation for attempted murder after allegedly stabbing her husband in a domestic dispute sparked by a missed anniversary gift.</p>

<p>The incident, which occurred in Bengaluru's tech corridor, where 37-year-old Kiran, a private firm employee, sustained injuries after his wife, 35-year-old Sandhya, allegedly stabbed him while he slept, provoked by not receiving a wedding anniversary gift.</p>

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<p>Reports from the police indicate that the altercation unfolded in the early hours of February 27 when Sandhya, disappointed over not receiving an anniversary gift, resorted to violence, stabbing Kiran with a kitchen knife while he slept.</p>

<p>The attack was said to be fuelled by Sandhya's frustration, compounded by Kiran's inability to provide a gift due to his grandfather's recent passing away. Despite sustaining injuries to his hand, Kiran managed to defend himself and seek medical help with the assistance of neighbours, prompting police intervention.</p>

<p>The Bellandur police formally filed charges against Sandhya on March 1, following a medico-legal report from the hospital. While the authorities acknowledge the familial nature of the incident, they underscore the severity of the allegations, prompting a comprehensive investigation.</p>

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<p>However, the police have allowed the couple time to privately address the underlying issues, suggesting that personal struggles and Sandhya's emotional turmoil may have contributed to her actions. Kiran has expressed a desire for his wife to undergo counselling to address these issues.</p>

<p>This incident serves as a poignant reminder of the domestic pressures individuals face and the necessity of mental health support during personal crises. It prompts a broader conversation about societal expectations and the potential consequences of unmet personal expectations.&nbsp;</p>

<p>As the community grapples with the shock of this incident, there is a renewed emphasis on the importance of accessible mental health services and fostering open communication and understanding within personal relationships.</p>

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A Bengaluru woman is under investigation for attempted murder after allegedly stabbing her husband in a domestic dispute sparked by a missed anniversary gift. The incident, which occurred in Bengaluru's tech corridor, where 37-year-old Kiran, a private firm employee, sustained injuries after his wife, 35-year-old Sandhya, allegedly stabbed him while he slept, provoked by not receiving a wedding anniversary gift.

A Bengaluru woman is under investigation for attempted murder after allegedly stabbing her husband in a domestic dispute sparked by a missed anniversary gift. The incident, which occurred in Bengaluru's tech corridor, where 37-year-old Kiran, a private firm employee, sustained injuries after his wife, 35-year-old Sandhya, allegedly stabbed him while he slept, provoked by not receiving a wedding anniversary gift. Also read: Bizzare Wedding Couples! 7 People Who Married Objects Reports from the police indicate that the altercation unfolded in the early hours of February 27 when Sandhya, disappointed over not receiving an anniversary gift, resorted to violence, stabbing Kiran with a kitchen knife while he slept. The attack was said to be fuelled by Sandhya's frustration, compounded by Kiran's inability to provide a gift due to his grandfather's recent passing away. Despite sustaining injuries to his hand, Kiran managed to defend himself and seek medical help with the assistance of neighbours, prompting police intervention. The Bellandur police formally filed charges against Sandhya on March 1, following a medico-legal report from the hospital. While the authorities acknowledge the familial nature of the incident, they underscore the severity of the allegations, prompting a comprehensive investigation. Also read: In pics: Weirdest, craziest and most outrageous Met Gala looks However, the police have allowed the couple time to privately address the underlying issues, suggesting that personal struggles and Sandhya's emotional turmoil may have contributed to her actions. Kiran has expressed a desire for his wife to undergo counselling to address these issues. This incident serves as a poignant reminder of the domestic pressures individuals face and the necessity of mental health support during personal crises. It prompts a broader conversation about societal expectations and the potential consequences of unmet personal expectations. As the community grapples with the shock of this incident, there is a renewed emphasis on the importance of accessible mental health services and fostering open communication and understanding within personal relationships. (With inputs from agencies)

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<p>A low-intensity blast caused by an improvised explosive device (IED) shook the iconic Rameshwaram cafe in the Whitefield area of south Indian city Bengaluru during the busy lunch hour on Friday (March 1).</p>

<p>The blast injured at least nine people,&nbsp;Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah told local reporters.&nbsp;Investigators combed through CCTV footage for vital clues.</p>

<p>"There's information that around 12.30 pm, there was an explosion. And that there was a bag. The investigation is on... I am getting to know that it was an IED. The investigation is on," Siddaramaiah said.</p>

<p>Karnataka's Deputy Chief Minister DK Shuvakumar told reporters that the suspected individual, aged 28 to 30, visited the cafe during breakfast, purchased a coupon for rava idli, but left without consuming it, leaving behind the bag containing the IED.</p>

<p>Shivakumar added that the bomb, equipped with a one-hour timer, detonated an hour later.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The police have filed an FIR under the anti-terror law Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act and Explosive Substances Act.</p>

<p><strong>Watch the explosion here:</strong></p>

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<h2><strong>Sequence of events</strong></h2>

<p>The sequence of events unfolded as CCTV footage captured the suspect's actions inside the cafe, culminating in the planting of the bag with the explosive inside.</p>

<p>Eyewitnesses recounted the chaotic aftermath, with customers&nbsp;fleeing the premises upon hearing the blast, which occurred around 1 pm local time.</p>

<p>Emergency responders, including fire department officials, arrived at the scene, dispelling initial concerns of an LPG leakage fire.</p>

<p>The suspect is still at large, and&nbsp;authorities have intensified their search, especially in Hyderabad, where they think the suspect might be hiding.</p>

<p>The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) condemned the incident as a failure of police intelligence.</p>

<p>In response, the Karnataka government urged against politicising the mishap, highlighting a similar pressure cooker bomb blast in Mangaluru during BJP rule in 2022.</p>

<p>BJP's Member of Parliament from Bengaluru South, Tejasvi Surya, took to X to share that he spoke with the cafe owner regarding the factors contributing to the explosion, which resulted in injuries to nine people.</p>

<p>"Just spoke to Rameshwaram Cafe founder Sri Nagaraj about the blast in his restaurant. He informed me that the blast occurred because of a bag that was left by a customer and not any cylinder explosion. One of their employees is injured. It seems to be a clear case of bomb blast. Bengaluru demands clear answers from Chief Minister Siddaramaiah," Surya wrote on X.&nbsp;</p>

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<h2><strong>What are IEDs?</strong></h2>

<p>An improvised explosive device (IED) is defined as a homemade bomb or destructive apparatus, which can assume various forms, ranging from simple pipe bombs to sophisticated devices capable of causing extensive damage and loss of life, according to a Homeland Security <a href="https://www.dhs.gov/xlibrary/assets/prep_ied_fact_sheet.pdf">document</a>.&nbsp;</p>

<p>These devices can be transported in vehicles, carried by individuals, delivered via packages, or concealed along roadsides.</p>

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<p>The term "improvised explosive device" emerged in the 1970s within the British Army, primarily in response to tactics employed by the Irish Republican Army (IRA).</p>

<p>The IRA used bombs constructed from fertilisers and SEMTEX, a general-purpose plastic explosive smuggled from Libya.</p>

<p>These materials were used to manufacture highly efficient booby traps and remote-controlled bombs.</p>

<p>The term gained widespread usage, particularly during the Iraq War in 2003.</p>

<p>IEDs are characterised by their low cost of production, ease of concealment, and simplicity in activation. They can be assembled using commonplace materials or chemicals readily available.</p>

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A low-intensity blast caused by an improvised explosive device (IED) shook the iconic Rameshwaram cafe in the Whitefield area of south Indian city Bengaluru during the busy lunch hour on Friday (March 1).

A low-intensity blast caused by an improvised explosive device (IED) shook the iconic Rameshwaram cafe in the Whitefield area of south Indian city Bengaluru during the busy lunch hour on Friday (March 1). The blast injured at least nine people, Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah told local reporters. Investigators combed through CCTV footage for vital clues. "There's information that around 12.30 pm, there was an explosion. And that there was a bag. The investigation is on... I am getting to know that it was an IED. The investigation is on," Siddaramaiah said. Karnataka's Deputy Chief Minister DK Shuvakumar told reporters that the suspected individual, aged 28 to 30, visited the cafe during breakfast, purchased a coupon for rava idli, but left without consuming it, leaving behind the bag containing the IED. Shivakumar added that the bomb, equipped with a one-hour timer, detonated an hour later. The police have filed an FIR under the anti-terror law Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act and Explosive Substances Act. Watch the explosion here: Trigger warning: Some viewers may find the footage disturbing. Discretion is adviced. #RameshwaramCafe is frequented by vegeatarians, majority of their crowd is Hindu. The bl*st occurs on a Friday. Connect the dots. https://t.co/Sr5FKRfO2N — Squint Neon (@TheSquind) March 1, 2024 × CCTV footage of the Terrorist Attack in Rameshwaram Cafe in Bengaluru today! NO, IT'S NOT A CYLINDER BLAST! pic.twitter.com/Rtx5BOkx1G — BALA (@erbmjha) March 1, 2024 × Sequence of events The sequence of events unfolded as CCTV footage captured the suspect's actions inside the cafe, culminating in the planting of the bag with the explosive inside. Eyewitnesses recounted the chaotic aftermath, with customers fleeing the premises upon hearing the blast, which occurred around 1 pm local time. Emergency responders, including fire department officials, arrived at the scene, dispelling initial concerns of an LPG leakage fire. The suspect is still at large, and authorities have intensified their search, especially in Hyderabad, where they think the suspect might be hiding. The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) condemned the incident as a failure of police intelligence. In response, the Karnataka government urged against politicising the mishap, highlighting a similar pressure cooker bomb blast in Mangaluru during BJP rule in 2022. BJP's Member of Parliament from Bengaluru South, Tejasvi Surya, took to X to share that he spoke with the cafe owner regarding the factors contributing to the explosion, which resulted in injuries to nine people. "Just spoke to Rameshwaram Cafe founder Sri Nagaraj about the blast in his restaurant. He informed me that the blast occurred because of a bag that was left by a customer and not any cylinder explosion. One of their employees is injured. It seems to be a clear case of bomb blast. Bengaluru demands clear answers from Chief Minister Siddaramaiah," Surya wrote on X. Just spoke to Rameshwaram Café founder Sri Nagaraj about the blast in his restaurant. He informed me that the blast occurred because of a bag that was left by a customer and not any cylinder explosion. One of their employees is injured. It’s seems to be a clear case of bomb… — Tejasvi Surya (@Tejasvi_Surya) March 1, 2024 × What are IEDs? An improvised explosive device (IED) is defined as a homemade bomb or destructive apparatus, which can assume various forms, ranging from simple pipe bombs to sophisticated devices capable of causing extensive damage and loss of life, according to a Homeland Security document. These devices can be transported in vehicles, carried by individuals, delivered via packages, or concealed along roadsides. Also watch | Blast at Bengaluru's popular Rameshwaram Cafe, probe underway The term "improvised explosive device" emerged in the 1970s within the British Army, primarily in response to tactics employed by the Irish Republican Army (IRA). The IRA used bombs constructed from fertilisers and SEMTEX, a general-purpose plastic explosive smuggled from Libya. These materials were used to manufacture highly efficient booby traps and remote-controlled bombs. The term gained widespread usage, particularly during the Iraq War in 2003. IEDs are characterised by their low cost of production, ease of concealment, and simplicity in activation. They can be assembled using commonplace materials or chemicals readily available. (With inputs from agencies)

Rameshwaram Cafe blast: Man orders idli, flees leaving bag with explosives at Bengaluru eatery. WATCH

<p>The Government of India's National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Tuesday (March 5) launched raids across seven states in connection with a case involving the radicalisation of prisoners by a Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) terrorist in Karnataka.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The raids, as per media reports citing officials, are being carried out at 17 locations. Further details are awaited.</p>

<h2><strong>What is the Bengaluru prison radicalisation case?</strong></h2>

<p>As per a PTI news agency report, in January of this year, the NIA had filed a charge-sheet against eight individuals in the Bengaluru prison radicalisation case. The accused included T Naseer from Kerala's Kannur, who is serving a life sentence in Bengaluru since 2013, and Junaid Ahmed alias "JD" and Salman Khan, suspected to have fled abroad.</p>

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<p>The case originated from a Bengaluru City Police investigation in July last year, where arms, ammunition, hand grenades, and walkie-talkies were seized from seven accused. The seizure occurred at the house of one of the accused.</p>

<p>After taking over the case in October last year, the NIA revealed that accused Naseer, who was involved in several blast cases, had contacted the other accused while they were in the Bengaluru prison in 2017. He had managed to get them all transferred to his barrack to radicalise and recruit them into the LeT.</p>

<p>Naseer first radicalised and recruited Ahmed and Khan and then conspired with the former to radicalise and recruit the remaining accused.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Additionally, he conspired with Khan to deliver arms, ammunition, hand grenades, and walkie-talkies to others for a planned "fidayeen" (suicide) attack and to help Naseer escape police custody en route to court.</p>

<p>Ahmed also instructed his co-accused to steal used police caps for the attack and to commit arson on government buses as practice. However, the plot was foiled with the seizure of arms in July last year.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


The Government of India's National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Tuesday (March 5) launched raids across seven states in connection with a case involving the radicalisation of prisoners by a Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) terrorist in Karnataka.

The Government of India's National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Tuesday (March 5) launched raids across seven states in connection with a case involving the radicalisation of prisoners by a Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) terrorist in Karnataka. The raids, as per media reports citing officials, are being carried out at 17 locations. Further details are awaited. What is the Bengaluru prison radicalisation case? As per a PTI news agency report, in January of this year, the NIA had filed a charge-sheet against eight individuals in the Bengaluru prison radicalisation case. The accused included T Naseer from Kerala's Kannur, who is serving a life sentence in Bengaluru since 2013, and Junaid Ahmed alias "JD" and Salman Khan, suspected to have fled abroad. Also read | Spanish woman gang rape case: Jharkhand High Court takes suo moto cognisance of crime The case originated from a Bengaluru City Police investigation in July last year, where arms, ammunition, hand grenades, and walkie-talkies were seized from seven accused. The seizure occurred at the house of one of the accused. After taking over the case in October last year, the NIA revealed that accused Naseer, who was involved in several blast cases, had contacted the other accused while they were in the Bengaluru prison in 2017. He had managed to get them all transferred to his barrack to radicalise and recruit them into the LeT. Naseer first radicalised and recruited Ahmed and Khan and then conspired with the former to radicalise and recruit the remaining accused. Also read | 'Nobody will be able to touch even a hair of PM': Smriti Irani on Lalu Yadav's 'parivaar' jibe Additionally, he conspired with Khan to deliver arms, ammunition, hand grenades, and walkie-talkies to others for a planned "fidayeen" (suicide) attack and to help Naseer escape police custody en route to court. Ahmed also instructed his co-accused to steal used police caps for the attack and to commit arson on government buses as practice. However, the plot was foiled with the seizure of arms in July last year. (With inputs from agencies)

Bengaluru prison radicalisation case: NIA launches 17 raids in 7 Indian states

At least nine people were grievously injured after a blast at The Rameshwaram Cafe in Bengaluru's Whitefield area on Friday. Initial reports suggest explosion due to cylinder blast.

Bengaluru Rameshwaram Cafe Blast: At least nine injured, probe underway

Bengaluru Rameshwaram Cafe Blast: At least nine injured, shifted to hospital

At least nine people were grievously injured after a blast at The Rameshwaram Cafe in Bengaluru's Whitefield area on Friday. Watch the video to know more.

Bengaluru Rameshwaram Cafe Blast: NIA to assist Karnataka Police's terror probe

<p>An explosion&nbsp;at The Rameshwaram Cafe in Whitefield, Bengaluru on Friday (March 1) reportedly&nbsp;injured four people,&nbsp;including&nbsp;three staff members and a customer.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Chief Minister Siddaramaiah of the&nbsp;Karnataka state has now confirmed that the blast was caused by an improvised explosive device (IED).&nbsp;"There is information of a bag from which the explosion occurred, but we have to get the exact information from the department," he said, adding that he wouldn't like to speculate about the involvement of any organisation or anything.</p>

<p>According to ANI report, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) will visit the Bengaluru explosion site as per Standard Operating Procedure (SOP).</p>

<p>Immediately after the incident, the police and fire brigade teams rushed to the site to douse the fire and were seen analysing the aftereffects of the explosion.</p>

<p>After the incident, shattered glass and furniture were seen strewn on the floor of the cafe, which is very popular among the locals.</p>

<p>The area was soon secured by the police and fire brigade teams and the wounded were rushed to the hospital.</p>

<p>"We received a call of an explosion at the Rameshawaram cafe, we reached the spot, and analysed the situation," a Whitefield Fire Station official said.</p>

<p>The Bengaluru police have launched a probe into the incident to find&nbsp;the exact reason behind the explosion.</p>

<p>The Rameshwaram Cafe is a&nbsp;popular hangout place for the locals&nbsp;and is usually crowded during lunch hours.</p>

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<p>Karnataka Director General of Police (DGP) Dr Alok Mohan on Friday visited the site and interacted with Bengaluru Police Commissioner B Dayananda and other police officials present there.</p>

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<p>Meanwhile, speaking on the incident, a security guard working at the Rameshwaram Cafe said, "I was standing outside the cafe. Many customers had come to the hotel. Suddenly there was a loud sound and a fire broke out, causing injuries to the customers inside the hotel."</p>

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<h2><strong>'Concerned about mysterious blast', says BJP MP PC Mohan</strong></h2>

<p>Bharatiya Janata Party leader PC Mohan expressed concern over the shocking incident and urged the administration to investigate the explosion further.</p>

<p>"Concerned to hear about the mysterious blast at Rameshwaram Cafe in Bengaluru Central Parliamentary Constituency. My thoughts are with the affected individuals and their families. Urging authorities to investigate and ensure the safety of all citizens. Stay safe, Bengaluru," said the BJP Lok Sabha MP from Bengaluru Central in a post on X.</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Concerned to hear about the mysterious blast at Rameshwaram Cafe in Bengaluru Central Parliamentary Constituency. My thoughts are with the affected individuals and their families. Urging authorities to investigate and ensure the safety of all citizens. Stay safe, Bengaluru. <a href="https://t.co/VEKCH72oT3">pic.twitter.com/VEKCH72oT3</a></p>
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<p>He further stated that "Pro-Pakistan slogans were heard at Vidhana Soudha recently," demanding the state government to give clear answers about the collapse of law and order in the state.</p>

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<h2><strong>Unclaimed bag in restaurant</strong></h2>

<p>BJP MP Tejasvi Surya who represents Bengaluru South Constituency, in a post on his social media stated the founder of the cafe informed him that the explosion occurred after a customer left a bag in its premises.</p>

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It’s seems to be a clear case of bomb…</p>
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<p>"Just spoke to Rameshwaram Cafe founder Sri Nagaraj about the blast in his restaurant. He informed me that the blast occurred because of a bag that was left by a customer and not any cylinder explosion. One of their employees is injured. It seems to be a clear case of bomb blast. Bengaluru demands clear answers from CM Siddaramaiah," Tejasvi Surya posted on X.</p>

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An explosion at The Rameshwaram Cafe in Whitefield, Bengaluru on Friday (March 1) reportedly injured four people, including three staff members and a customer. Chief Minister Siddaramaiah of the Karnataka state has now confirmed that the blast was caused by an improvised explosive device (IED).

An explosion at The Rameshwaram Cafe in Whitefield, Bengaluru on Friday (March 1) reportedly injured four people, including three staff members and a customer. Chief Minister Siddaramaiah of the Karnataka state has now confirmed that the blast was caused by an improvised explosive device (IED). "There is information of a bag from which the explosion occurred, but we have to get the exact information from the department," he said, adding that he wouldn't like to speculate about the involvement of any organisation or anything. According to ANI report, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) will visit the Bengaluru explosion site as per Standard Operating Procedure (SOP). Immediately after the incident, the police and fire brigade teams rushed to the site to douse the fire and were seen analysing the aftereffects of the explosion. After the incident, shattered glass and furniture were seen strewn on the floor of the cafe, which is very popular among the locals. The area was soon secured by the police and fire brigade teams and the wounded were rushed to the hospital. "We received a call of an explosion at the Rameshawaram cafe, we reached the spot, and analysed the situation," a Whitefield Fire Station official said. The Bengaluru police have launched a probe into the incident to find the exact reason behind the explosion. The Rameshwaram Cafe is a popular hangout place for the locals and is usually crowded during lunch hours. #WATCH | An explosion occurred at The Rameshwaram Cafe in Whitefield, Bengaluru. Injuries reported. Details awaited. pic.twitter.com/9Ay3zBq3vr — ANI (@ANI) March 1, 2024 × Forensic team collects evidence Karnataka Director General of Police (DGP) Dr Alok Mohan on Friday visited the site and interacted with Bengaluru Police Commissioner B Dayananda and other police officials present there. #WATCH | Dog squad arrives at the site of the explosion at The Rameshwaram Cafe in Whitefield, Bengaluru pic.twitter.com/PUw70eHWel — ANI (@ANI) March 1, 2024 × Meanwhile, speaking on the incident, a security guard working at the Rameshwaram Cafe said, "I was standing outside the cafe. Many customers had come to the hotel. Suddenly there was a loud sound and a fire broke out, causing injuries to the customers inside the hotel." Also read: 'Friends' kill 20-year-old student in Indian state of Uttar Pradesh, send ransom messages to 'mislead' police 'Concerned about mysterious blast', says BJP MP PC Mohan Bharatiya Janata Party leader PC Mohan expressed concern over the shocking incident and urged the administration to investigate the explosion further. "Concerned to hear about the mysterious blast at Rameshwaram Cafe in Bengaluru Central Parliamentary Constituency. My thoughts are with the affected individuals and their families. Urging authorities to investigate and ensure the safety of all citizens. Stay safe, Bengaluru," said the BJP Lok Sabha MP from Bengaluru Central in a post on X. Concerned to hear about the mysterious blast at Rameshwaram Cafe in Bengaluru Central Parliamentary Constituency. My thoughts are with the affected individuals and their families. Urging authorities to investigate and ensure the safety of all citizens. Stay safe, Bengaluru. pic.twitter.com/VEKCH72oT3 — P C Mohan (@PCMohanMP) March 1, 2024 × He further stated that "Pro-Pakistan slogans were heard at Vidhana Soudha recently," demanding the state government to give clear answers about the collapse of law and order in the state. Pro-Pakistan slogans were heard at Vidhana Soudha recently. Today, a bomb blast occurred at #RameshwaramCafe. The Karnataka Congress Government must answer for the complete collapse of law and order in the state. pic.twitter.com/qEUL5WA1ZI — P C Mohan (@PCMohanMP) March 1, 2024 × Unclaimed bag in restaurant BJP MP Tejasvi Surya who represents Bengaluru South Constituency, in a post on his social media stated the founder of the cafe informed him that the explosion occurred after a customer left a bag in its premises. Just spoke to Rameshwaram Café founder Sri Nagaraj about the blast in his restaurant. He informed me that the blast occurred because of a bag that was left by a customer and not any cylinder explosion. One of their employees is injured. It’s seems to be a clear case of bomb… — Tejasvi Surya (@Tejasvi_Surya) March 1, 2024 × "Just spoke to Rameshwaram Cafe founder Sri Nagaraj about the blast in his restaurant. He informed me that the blast occurred because of a bag that was left by a customer and not any cylinder explosion. One of their employees is injured. It seems to be a clear case of bomb blast. Bengaluru demands clear answers from CM Siddaramaiah," Tejasvi Surya posted on X. (With inputs from agencies)

Bengaluru cafe blast: Karnataka CM confirms explosion caused by IED, NIA visits site

At least five people were grievously injured after a blast at The Rameshwaram Cafe in Bengaluru's Whitefield area on Friday. Initial reports suggest explosion due to cylinder blast.

Bengaluru Rameshwaram Cafe Blast: Initial reports suggest explosion due to cylinder blast

Blast at Bengaluru's popular Rameshwaram Cafe, probe underway

<p>A 70-year-old Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) worker in the Indian city of Bengaluru was brutally murdered on Friday, according to media reports. Susheelamma's body was found in a plastic drum near an abandoned building in Nisarga Layout of KR Puram on Sunday, reported&nbsp;the Times of India (TOI),</p>

<p>Three men have&nbsp;so far been apprehended in connection with the crime.&nbsp;The woman's body was chopped into pieces before it was dumped into the plastic drum. The murder came to light after locals spotted the drum and informed the police.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The murder created panic among residents of the area.</p>

<p>The police said that the BJP worker's younger daughter and granddaughter stayed in another apartment about 200 feet away from her flat&nbsp;on II Main Road of the Nisarga layout.&nbsp;Susheelamma's younger daughter works in a private firm while her granddaughter is a student.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The family did not suspect any foul play as the 70-year-old would go for a visit to temples for a day or two. Susheelamma lost her husband several years ago.&nbsp;</p>

<p>As per the TOI report, Raman Gupta, additional commissioner of police (East), who visited the spot, said the police had taken up a case of murder and were investigating it from all angles.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


A 70-year-old Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) worker in the Indian city of Bengaluru was brutally murdered on Friday, according to media reports. Susheelamma's body was found in a plastic drum near an abandoned building in Nisarga Layout of KR Puram on Sunday, reported the Times of India (TOI), Three men have so far been apprehended in connection with the crime.

A 70-year-old Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) worker in the Indian city of Bengaluru was brutally murdered on Friday, according to media reports. Susheelamma's body was found in a plastic drum near an abandoned building in Nisarga Layout of KR Puram on Sunday, reported the Times of India (TOI), Three men have so far been apprehended in connection with the crime. The woman's body was chopped into pieces before it was dumped into the plastic drum. The murder came to light after locals spotted the drum and informed the police. Also read | Mumbai Crime Branch to probe murder of Shiv Sena (UBT)'s Abhishek Ghosalkar during FB livestream The murder created panic among residents of the area. The police said that the BJP worker's younger daughter and granddaughter stayed in another apartment about 200 feet away from her flat on II Main Road of the Nisarga layout. Susheelamma's younger daughter works in a private firm while her granddaughter is a student. The family did not suspect any foul play as the 70-year-old would go for a visit to temples for a day or two. Susheelamma lost her husband several years ago. As per the TOI report, Raman Gupta, additional commissioner of police (East), who visited the spot, said the police had taken up a case of murder and were investigating it from all angles. (With inputs from agencies)

70-year-old woman murdered in India's Bengaluru, body found in plastic drum

<p>Businesses are ruing a ban on the sale of liquor in south Indian city of Bengaluru till Friday (Feb 16), when a by-election for one empty seat in the Karnataka Legislative Council is set to take place.</p>

<p>The ban emerged as a major blow to the restaurants and pub owners as it came into effect on February 14, Valentine's Day,&nbsp;when many people go out with their loved ones to celebrate and sale was expected to go up.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The issue was raised by merchants and owners of bars and restaurants, and in a sigh of relief, the Karnataka High Court on Wednesday reduced the duration of the ban.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The ban was initially imposed to maintain law and order and to conduct the byelection to the Legislative Council from the Bengaluru Teachers' constituency fairly.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The ban on the sale of liquor was for 73 hours, but it has now been reduced to 36 hours.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The ban is now for 18 hours each on the days of voting (Feb 16) and counting (Feb 20) and is applicable in the limits of Bengaluru Urban District and Bengaluru City.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The interim order was passed by Justice SR Krishna Kumar in response to the petition filed by Bruhat Bangalore Hotels' Association and a few other owners of bars and restaurants.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The court questioned the ban and noted that the Bengaluru Regional Commissioner, who is the returning officer for the by-election, had sought a ban on liquor sales just on the days of voting and counting.&nbsp;</p>

<p>However, the Deputy Commissioner and the Commissioner of Police had imposed a ban for longer hours, which would have impacted business for many.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In the petition, the hoteliers pointed out that they would face significant losses and wrote that "the government will lose revenue".&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;</em></p>


Businesses are ruing a ban on the sale of liquor in south Indian city of Bengaluru till Friday (Feb 16), when a by-election for one empty seat in the Karnataka Legislative Council is set to take place.

Businesses are ruing a ban on the sale of liquor in south Indian city of Bengaluru till Friday (Feb 16), when a by-election for one empty seat in the Karnataka Legislative Council is set to take place. The ban emerged as a major blow to the restaurants and pub owners as it came into effect on February 14, Valentine's Day, when many people go out with their loved ones to celebrate and sale was expected to go up. The issue was raised by merchants and owners of bars and restaurants, and in a sigh of relief, the Karnataka High Court on Wednesday reduced the duration of the ban. Also read: Tamil Nadu assembly passes resolutions against delimitation, ‘One Nation One Election’ The ban was initially imposed to maintain law and order and to conduct the byelection to the Legislative Council from the Bengaluru Teachers' constituency fairly. The ban on the sale of liquor was for 73 hours, but it has now been reduced to 36 hours. The ban is now for 18 hours each on the days of voting (Feb 16) and counting (Feb 20) and is applicable in the limits of Bengaluru Urban District and Bengaluru City. Also read: ‘Golden chapter’ for UAE: PM Modi inaugurates BAPS Hindu temple in Abu Dhabi The interim order was passed by Justice SR Krishna Kumar in response to the petition filed by Bruhat Bangalore Hotels' Association and a few other owners of bars and restaurants. The court questioned the ban and noted that the Bengaluru Regional Commissioner, who is the returning officer for the by-election, had sought a ban on liquor sales just on the days of voting and counting. However, the Deputy Commissioner and the Commissioner of Police had imposed a ban for longer hours, which would have impacted business for many. In the petition, the hoteliers pointed out that they would face significant losses and wrote that "the government will lose revenue". (With inputs from agencies)

Liquor ban in India's Bengaluru: Karnataka HC reduces sale ban duration

Manchester United legend and former manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has landed in Bengaluru. The Norwegian is on a three-city tour of the country and met India Cricketer Suryakumar Yadav on Friday.

When Ole met SKY

In a rather unusual but noteworthy event aboard a SpiceJet flight from Mumbai to Bengaluru. A passenger found himself trapped inside the airplane's toilet due to a faulty door lock, enduring an hour-long confinement until the flight landed. The crew's considerate efforts to communicate and comfort the passenger through notes and guidance were seen in this otherwise bizarre episode.

Gravitas | Trapped in the loo: SpiceJet passenger's hour-long ordeal from Mumbai to Bengaluru

<p>It is not only the fog that is wreaking havoc on passengers travelling by air as a stubborn toilet door recently caused a frenzy for a male passenger who was onboard a flight from India's Mumbai to Bengaluru. In a bizarre incident aboard a SpiceJet flight, the man found himself trapped in a loo with a malfunctioned door that did not open for almost 100 minutes.</p>

<p>The harrowing event&nbsp;unfolded on flight SG-268, which departed from Mumbai airport at 2 am on Tuesday (Jan 16), though it was scheduled for takeoff at 10.55 pm on Monday (Jan 15).</p>

<p>When the crew got to know about the flight's stuck-up door, they rushed in a bid to unlock it, however, they failed to do so. This happened as the flight was nearing its destination in India's southern state of Karnataka.&nbsp;"It was known that the passenger on 14D seat had gone to the toilet soon after the takeoff and the seatbelt signs went off. Sadly, he got trapped inside as the toilet door malfunctioned," a ground staffer at KIA reportedly said.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The crew members, after trying to open the loo door, finally felt that it was not achievable without the help of engineers. The passenger all this time was inside the small toilet, the tiny enclosed space that can make many people worried and claustrophobic.</p>

<p>In what can be seen as an attempt to pacify the trapped passenger, an air hostess wrote a reassuring note on brown paper and slid it into the loo for the passenger to read.</p>

<p>The letter had updates on the ongoing efforts to resolve the door issues.</p>

<p>The message read, "Sir, we tried our best to open the door, however, we could not. Do not panic. We are landing in a few minutes, so please close the commode lid and sit on it and secure yourself. As soon as the main door is open, an engineer will come."</p>

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<p>An airport official in Bengaluru reportedly said,&nbsp;"The poor man flew from Mumbai to Bengaluru inside the toilet and, shockingly, landed trapped inside the tiny lavatory."&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Two-hour ordeal brought to end&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>After the incident, which caused a stir inside the flight, the plane finally landed at its destination&nbsp;at Kempegowda International Airport (KIA). The flight touched down at 3.42 am on Tuesday (Jan 16).</p>

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<p>The engineers boarded the plane swiftly.</p>

<p>A two-hour ordeal,&nbsp;which started when the passenger found that he was unable to open the toilet door, was successfully brought to an end after the engineers broke open the door.&nbsp;The distressed passenger was finally rescued.</p>

<p>Following the rescue, the man was promptly taken for first aid, a media outlet said quoting an officer. "The passenger was totally traumatised due to claustrophobia."&nbsp;</p>

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It is not only the fog that is wreaking havoc on passengers travelling by air as a stubborn toilet door recently caused a frenzy for a male passenger who was onboard a flight from India's Mumbai to Bengaluru.

It is not only the fog that is wreaking havoc on passengers travelling by air as a stubborn toilet door recently caused a frenzy for a male passenger who was onboard a flight from India's Mumbai to Bengaluru. In a bizarre incident aboard a SpiceJet flight, the man found himself trapped in a loo with a malfunctioned door that did not open for almost 100 minutes. The harrowing event unfolded on flight SG-268, which departed from Mumbai airport at 2 am on Tuesday (Jan 16), though it was scheduled for takeoff at 10.55 pm on Monday (Jan 15). When the crew got to know about the flight's stuck-up door, they rushed in a bid to unlock it, however, they failed to do so. This happened as the flight was nearing its destination in India's southern state of Karnataka. "It was known that the passenger on 14D seat had gone to the toilet soon after the takeoff and the seatbelt signs went off. Sadly, he got trapped inside as the toilet door malfunctioned," a ground staffer at KIA reportedly said. Also Read | No 'Dark Ages' in South Asia? 2800-year-old settlement discovered in PM Modi's hometown Vadnagar The crew members, after trying to open the loo door, finally felt that it was not achievable without the help of engineers. The passenger all this time was inside the small toilet, the tiny enclosed space that can make many people worried and claustrophobic. In what can be seen as an attempt to pacify the trapped passenger, an air hostess wrote a reassuring note on brown paper and slid it into the loo for the passenger to read. The letter had updates on the ongoing efforts to resolve the door issues. The message read, "Sir, we tried our best to open the door, however, we could not. Do not panic. We are landing in a few minutes, so please close the commode lid and sit on it and secure yourself. As soon as the main door is open, an engineer will come." Also Read | Indian MP at centre of cash-for-query controversy asked to vacate govt bungalow immediately An airport official in Bengaluru reportedly said, "The poor man flew from Mumbai to Bengaluru inside the toilet and, shockingly, landed trapped inside the tiny lavatory." Two-hour ordeal brought to end After the incident, which caused a stir inside the flight, the plane finally landed at its destination at Kempegowda International Airport (KIA). The flight touched down at 3.42 am on Tuesday (Jan 16). Watch | Ram Mandir: Ayodhya all decked up, ready for Ram Mandir inauguration × The engineers boarded the plane swiftly. A two-hour ordeal, which started when the passenger found that he was unable to open the toilet door, was successfully brought to an end after the engineers broke open the door. The distressed passenger was finally rescued. Following the rescue, the man was promptly taken for first aid, a media outlet said quoting an officer. "The passenger was totally traumatised due to claustrophobia." (With inputs from agencies)

'Do not panic': Indian airlines slipped THIS note to passenger stuck in loo for entire trip

<p>Bengaluru, often hailed as India's startup capital, is now making waves online for its unique and peculiar incidents, encapsulated in the term "peak Bengaluru." A recent incident added to this trend involves a man working diligently on his laptop inside a movie theatre, and the 11-second video capturing this moment quickly became a sensation on social media.</p>

<p>The video, shared by internet user KP on X, shows&nbsp;a man engrossed in his laptop while seated in Swagath Onyx Theatre in Bengaluru. KP humorously captioned the post with, “Visual of an early morning show in @SwagathOnyx That's definitely Bengaluru @peakbengaluru.” He also clarified in the comments section that the incident occurred during a 4 am show.</p>

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<p>The 11-second clip quickly garnered attention, accumulating over a thousand views on the microblogging platform. Users flooded the comments section with a mix of amusement and critique. Some questioned the practicality of working in a theatre, suggesting peaceful alternatives like parks or gardens. One user sarcastically noted, "There are lots of parks and gardens in Bengaluru... could have gone to any of those and worked with peace of mind, instead of doing show off inside a theatre meant for mass entertainment." Another user succinctly labelled the incident as "Peak Bengaluru."</p>

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<h2><strong>Other 'peak moments' in Bengaluru</strong></h2>

<p>Recently, Tesla's Model X, a famous sports utility vehicle, made waves on social media after being spotted on a the roads of&nbsp;Bengaluru.</p>

<p>The red-coloured vehicle attracted attention near the Cubbon Park Metro Station, specifically at Minsk Square. Two distinct photos of the car circulated online, one capturing the vehicle at a traffic signal and the other showing it in motion.</p>

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<p>The posts featuring the Tesla Model X garnered significant traction with various retweets and user comments. Notably, discussions arose regarding the purpose of the vehicle's presence, with some speculating that it might not be a mere test drive.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Bengaluru, often hailed as India's startup capital, is now making waves online for its unique and peculiar incidents, encapsulated in the term "peak Bengaluru." A recent incident added to this trend involves a man working diligently on his laptop inside a movie theatre, and the 11-second video capturing this moment quickly became a sensation on social media.

Bengaluru, often hailed as India's startup capital, is now making waves online for its unique and peculiar incidents, encapsulated in the term "peak Bengaluru." A recent incident added to this trend involves a man working diligently on his laptop inside a movie theatre, and the 11-second video capturing this moment quickly became a sensation on social media. The video, shared by internet user KP on X, shows a man engrossed in his laptop while seated in Swagath Onyx Theatre in Bengaluru. KP humorously captioned the post with, “Visual of an early morning show in @SwagathOnyx That's definitely Bengaluru @peakbengaluru.” He also clarified in the comments section that the incident occurred during a 4 am show. Visual of an early morning show in @SwagathOnyx That's definitely Bengaluru ❤️@peakbengaluru pic.twitter.com/s7NJu5Sd8L — KP (@KrishnaCKPS) January 13, 2024 × The 11-second clip quickly garnered attention, accumulating over a thousand views on the microblogging platform. Users flooded the comments section with a mix of amusement and critique. Some questioned the practicality of working in a theatre, suggesting peaceful alternatives like parks or gardens. One user sarcastically noted, "There are lots of parks and gardens in Bengaluru... could have gone to any of those and worked with peace of mind, instead of doing show off inside a theatre meant for mass entertainment." Another user succinctly labelled the incident as "Peak Bengaluru." Also read | India: Suchana Seth, Bengaluru CEO accused of killing son, confronted by husband Other 'peak moments' in Bengaluru Recently, Tesla's Model X, a famous sports utility vehicle, made waves on social media after being spotted on a the roads of Bengaluru. The red-coloured vehicle attracted attention near the Cubbon Park Metro Station, specifically at Minsk Square. Two distinct photos of the car circulated online, one capturing the vehicle at a traffic signal and the other showing it in motion. Also watch | Bengaluru based startup's CEO charged with murder of 4-year-old son in Goa, arrested The posts featuring the Tesla Model X garnered significant traction with various retweets and user comments. Notably, discussions arose regarding the purpose of the vehicle's presence, with some speculating that it might not be a mere test drive. (With inputs from agencies)

‘Peak Bengaluru’ moment: Man chooses movie hall as unusual workplace, internet reacts. WATCH

<p>Three Muslim youths were apprehended by police in the southern Indian state of Karnataka on Thursday (Jan 11) for forcibly entering a hotel room in Hangal and assaulting an interfaith couple. A total of seven men were involved in the incident and are also facing charges of rape with the Muslim woman.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The incident, captured on video, quickly went viral.</p>

<p>The video footage showed the assailants entering the hotel room, discovering a Muslim woman with a Hindu man, and subsequently physically attacking the couple.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The attackers questioned the couple's morality and forcibly removed them from the room, despite their pleas for assistance and requests to be allowed to leave.</p>

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<p>Following the incident, the woman's family filed a complaint with the Hanagal police station.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In response, the Hanagal police arrested Aftab Maqbool Ahmed Chandankatti (24), Samaiullah Lalanavar (23), and Mohammed Isaaq Mandakki (23) based on the filed complaint.</p>

<h2><strong>Former Chief Minister reacts</strong></h2>

<p>Former Karnataka Chief Minister Basavaraj Bommai expressed concern over the incident and questioned the silence of current Chief Minister Siddaramaiah.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Bommai cited reports to allege that the woman was subjected to further sexual assault by a group of men after the initial incident of moral policing.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Bommai wrote, "The assault on a couple in a lodge in Hangal of Haveri district by some miscreants in the name of moral policing is highly condemnable. The police must arrest all those who were involved in the moral policing and punish for their act. After manhandling the girl, she had been taken to the secluded place and reportedly sexually assaulted her. This incident of the moral policing by the miscreants has given the feeling whether the state government existed or not?"</p>

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<p>He then asked Chief Minister Siddaramaiah who is a leader of the Congress party to clarify his stand on this issue. "Why Chief Minister Siddaramaiah who talks a lot about moral policing, is silent on this particular incident. Is it because the miscreants belonged to the Minority community? Mr @siddaramaiah, clarify your stand on this incident," added Bommai.</p>


Three Muslim youths were apprehended by police in the southern Indian state of Karnataka on Thursday (Jan 11) for forcibly entering a hotel room in Hangal and assaulting an interfaith couple.

Three Muslim youths were apprehended by police in the southern Indian state of Karnataka on Thursday (Jan 11) for forcibly entering a hotel room in Hangal and assaulting an interfaith couple. A total of seven men were involved in the incident and are also facing charges of rape with the Muslim woman. The incident, captured on video, quickly went viral. The video footage showed the assailants entering the hotel room, discovering a Muslim woman with a Hindu man, and subsequently physically attacking the couple. The attackers questioned the couple's morality and forcibly removed them from the room, despite their pleas for assistance and requests to be allowed to leave. Also read | Iran detains mother of 16-year-old who fell into coma after alleged assault by morality police Following the incident, the woman's family filed a complaint with the Hanagal police station. In response, the Hanagal police arrested Aftab Maqbool Ahmed Chandankatti (24), Samaiullah Lalanavar (23), and Mohammed Isaaq Mandakki (23) based on the filed complaint. Former Chief Minister reacts Former Karnataka Chief Minister Basavaraj Bommai expressed concern over the incident and questioned the silence of current Chief Minister Siddaramaiah. Bommai cited reports to allege that the woman was subjected to further sexual assault by a group of men after the initial incident of moral policing. Bommai wrote, "The assault on a couple in a lodge in Hangal of Haveri district by some miscreants in the name of moral policing is highly condemnable. The police must arrest all those who were involved in the moral policing and punish for their act. After manhandling the girl, she had been taken to the secluded place and reportedly sexually assaulted her. This incident of the moral policing by the miscreants has given the feeling whether the state government existed or not?" Also watch | Covid variant JN.1 in India: Masks mandatory for everyone aged 60 & over in Karnataka × He then asked Chief Minister Siddaramaiah who is a leader of the Congress party to clarify his stand on this issue. "Why Chief Minister Siddaramaiah who talks a lot about moral policing, is silent on this particular incident. Is it because the miscreants belonged to the Minority community? Mr @siddaramaiah, clarify your stand on this incident," added Bommai.

India: Karnataka men arrested for barging into hotel room to harass interfaith couple

<p>The CEO of an artificial intelligence company based in the Indian city of Bengaluru, Suchana Seth who has been accused of the gruesome murder of her four-year-old in the state of Goa sent a message to her estranged husband asking if he could meet their son before allegedly killing him.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Details about the message</strong></h2>

<p>Amid the ongoing investigation into the case, it was found that the 39-year-old asked her estranged husband Venkatraman PR on January 6 if he could meet their son the next day, in Bengaluru, according to media reports citing police sources.&nbsp;</p>

<p>However, it is believed that Suchana did not actually have any plans for the meeting to happen since her booking in the Indian state of Goa was from January 6 to January 10, while Venkatraman was still in Bengaluru, reported the Indian Express.</p>

<p><strong>ALSO WATCH |&nbsp;Bengaluru CEO Suchana Seth charged with the murder of 4-year-old son in Goa</strong></p>

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<p>He reportedly replied to Suchana’s message and showed up at the place where she had asked him to come to meet their son and waited for two hours.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>While waiting, Venkatraman reportedly called and messaged Suchana, but received no response so he left for the Indonesian capital Jakarta, on the same day where he was supposed to go for a business trip.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Suchana has been accused of murdering her son in a hotel room in Goa, reportedly over a bitter custody battle with her husband. It has been previously reported that the 39-year-old told her friends and family members that the son reminded her of her estranged husband’s face.</p>

<h2><strong>About the case</strong></h2>

<p>The 39-year-old CEO of an AI startup Mindful AI Lab, Suchana was arrested for allegedly murdering her four-year-old son in Goa by suffocating her son after giving him a high dose of cough syrup, according to reports.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>A police official told the PTI that the finding of empty cough syrup bottles indicates that Suchana might have given a heavy dose of the medicine to her son and that it was a pre-planned murder.</p>

<p>Suchana Seth allegedly smothered her child to death either with a cloth or a pillow, according to officials cited by the PTI.</p>

<p>The Bengaluru-based techie allegedly killed her son in an apartment at Candolim in Goa and stuffed the body in a bag before taking it to neighbouring Karnataka in a taxi, police said.</p>

<p>She was arrested on January 8 by Goa Police at Chitradurga in Karnataka. The motive behind the killing of her son is not known yet.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


The CEO of an artificial intelligence company based in the Indian city of Bengaluru, Suchana Seth who has been accused of the gruesome murder of her four-year-old in the state of Goa sent a message to her estranged husband asking if he could meet their son before allegedly killing him.

The CEO of an artificial intelligence company based in the Indian city of Bengaluru, Suchana Seth who has been accused of the gruesome murder of her four-year-old in the state of Goa sent a message to her estranged husband asking if he could meet their son before allegedly killing him. Details about the message Amid the ongoing investigation into the case, it was found that the 39-year-old asked her estranged husband Venkatraman PR on January 6 if he could meet their son the next day, in Bengaluru, according to media reports citing police sources. However, it is believed that Suchana did not actually have any plans for the meeting to happen since her booking in the Indian state of Goa was from January 6 to January 10, while Venkatraman was still in Bengaluru, reported the Indian Express. ALSO WATCH | Bengaluru CEO Suchana Seth charged with the murder of 4-year-old son in Goa He reportedly replied to Suchana’s message and showed up at the place where she had asked him to come to meet their son and waited for two hours. ALSO READ | Suchana Seth son murder case: This is how alert hotel staff, a clever cab driver led to her arrest While waiting, Venkatraman reportedly called and messaged Suchana, but received no response so he left for the Indonesian capital Jakarta, on the same day where he was supposed to go for a business trip. Suchana has been accused of murdering her son in a hotel room in Goa, reportedly over a bitter custody battle with her husband. It has been previously reported that the 39-year-old told her friends and family members that the son reminded her of her estranged husband’s face. About the case The 39-year-old CEO of an AI startup Mindful AI Lab, Suchana was arrested for allegedly murdering her four-year-old son in Goa by suffocating her son after giving him a high dose of cough syrup, according to reports. ALSO READ | Who is Suchana Seth? Bengaluru CEO arrested for ‘murdering’ her four-year-old son in Goa A police official told the PTI that the finding of empty cough syrup bottles indicates that Suchana might have given a heavy dose of the medicine to her son and that it was a pre-planned murder. Suchana Seth allegedly smothered her child to death either with a cloth or a pillow, according to officials cited by the PTI. The Bengaluru-based techie allegedly killed her son in an apartment at Candolim in Goa and stuffed the body in a bag before taking it to neighbouring Karnataka in a taxi, police said. She was arrested on January 8 by Goa Police at Chitradurga in Karnataka. The motive behind the killing of her son is not known yet. (With inputs from agencies)

Bengaluru CEO Suchana Seth messaged husband before allegedly killing four-year-old son: Report

Bengaluru AI Start-Up CEO Suchana Seth kills 4-year-old son in Goa, tries to flee with body in bag. Preliminary investigations revealed that Suchana Seth's estranged relationship with her husband Venkat Raman led to the gory killing. Watch to know more!

Bengaluru based CEO mother charged with murder of 4-year-old son in Goa

A 4-year-old was allegedly killed by his mother. The mother was caught fleeing with her son's body stuffed in a bag. Now, the postmortem has found that the child was smothered to death. Molly Gambhir tells you more.

Gravitas | Mother accused of killing her 4-year-old son

<p>The police in India's Goa state have found empty bottles of cough syrup in the room where the&nbsp;CEO of Mindful AI Lab Suchana Seth is alleged to have killed her four-year-old son, Press Trust of India reported.</p>

<p>A police official told the PTI that the finding of empty cough syrup bottles indicates that Suchana might have&nbsp;given a heavy dose of the medicine to her son and that it was a pre-planned murder.</p>

<p>Suchana Seth allegedly smothered her child to death either with a cloth or a pillow, according to officials cited by the PTI.</p>

<p>The Bengaluru-based techie&nbsp;allegedly killed her son in an apartment at Candolim in Goa and stuffed the body in a bag before taking it to neighbouring Karnataka in a taxi, police said.</p>

<p>"The post-mortem conducted on the body has indicated the possibility that the child might have been smothered to death and there were no signs of struggle," a senior police official told the Press Trust of India.</p>

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<p>"We are examining the possibility if the woman gave a heavy dose of cough syrup to the child before putting him to death," the official said.</p>

<h2><strong>Suchana did not own an office space</strong></h2>

<p>Meanwhile, it was found that Suchana Seth's listed address of her company is a co-working space and not a particular office on its own, The Indian Express reported.&nbsp;</p>

<p>According to Suchana Seth's LinkedIn page, she is the CEO of Mindful AI Lab and was among the top ‘100 Brilliant Women in AI Ethics for 2021’.</p>

<p>"Suchana is an AI ethics expert and data scientist with over 12 years of experience in mentoring data science teams, and scaling machine learning solutions at startups and industry research labs," her LinkedIn profile says.</p>

<p>The 39-year-old CEO was serving as a director of a machine intelligence-based firm registered in September 2020 and was active. "Goa police visited the office of the firm and collected information," a Bengaluru police official told The Indian Express.</p>

<p><strong>Also watch |&nbsp;Bengaluru CEO Suchana Seth charged with the murder of 4-year-old son in Goa</strong></p>

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<p>Seth&nbsp;was also affiliated with the Berkman Klein Center for Internet &amp; Society, a cyberspace research centre at Harvard University, Mozilla Fellow at Data &amp; Society, and a research fellow at the Raman Research Institute.</p>

<p>The alumni page of the cyberspace research centre&nbsp;described Seth as an "AI ethics expert and a data scientist".</p>

<p>"She has built scalable data science solutions for startups and industry research labs, and holds patents in text mining and natural language processing. Suchana believes in the power of data to drive positive change. She is also passionate about closing the gender gap in data science. In the past, Suchana has been a Mozilla Open Web Fellow at Data &amp; Society," the alumni page, which was last updated in March 2020, said.</p>

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The police in India's Goa state have found empty bottles of cough syrup in the room where the CEO of Mindful AI Lab Suchana Seth is alleged to have killed her four-year-old son, Press Trust of India reported.

The police in India's Goa state have found empty bottles of cough syrup in the room where the CEO of Mindful AI Lab Suchana Seth is alleged to have killed her four-year-old son, Press Trust of India reported. A police official told the PTI that the finding of empty cough syrup bottles indicates that Suchana might have given a heavy dose of the medicine to her son and that it was a pre-planned murder. Suchana Seth allegedly smothered her child to death either with a cloth or a pillow, according to officials cited by the PTI. The Bengaluru-based techie allegedly killed her son in an apartment at Candolim in Goa and stuffed the body in a bag before taking it to neighbouring Karnataka in a taxi, police said. "The post-mortem conducted on the body has indicated the possibility that the child might have been smothered to death and there were no signs of struggle," a senior police official told the Press Trust of India. Also read | Who is Suchana Seth? Bengaluru CEO arrested for ‘murdering’ her four-year-old son in Goa "We are examining the possibility if the woman gave a heavy dose of cough syrup to the child before putting him to death," the official said. Suchana did not own an office space Meanwhile, it was found that Suchana Seth's listed address of her company is a co-working space and not a particular office on its own, The Indian Express reported. According to Suchana Seth's LinkedIn page, she is the CEO of Mindful AI Lab and was among the top ‘100 Brilliant Women in AI Ethics for 2021’. "Suchana is an AI ethics expert and data scientist with over 12 years of experience in mentoring data science teams, and scaling machine learning solutions at startups and industry research labs," her LinkedIn profile says. The 39-year-old CEO was serving as a director of a machine intelligence-based firm registered in September 2020 and was active. "Goa police visited the office of the firm and collected information," a Bengaluru police official told The Indian Express. Also watch | Bengaluru CEO Suchana Seth charged with the murder of 4-year-old son in Goa × Seth was also affiliated with the Berkman Klein Center for Internet & Society, a cyberspace research centre at Harvard University, Mozilla Fellow at Data & Society, and a research fellow at the Raman Research Institute. The alumni page of the cyberspace research centre described Seth as an "AI ethics expert and a data scientist". "She has built scalable data science solutions for startups and industry research labs, and holds patents in text mining and natural language processing. Suchana believes in the power of data to drive positive change. She is also passionate about closing the gender gap in data science. In the past, Suchana has been a Mozilla Open Web Fellow at Data & Society," the alumni page, which was last updated in March 2020, said.

Bengaluru CEO Suchana Seth allegedly overdosed 4-year-old son with cough syrup before 'pre-meditated murder'

<p>Suchana Seth, the 39-year-old CEO of a Bengaluru tech startup, has been arrested for the alleged murder of her four-year-old son.&nbsp;The unfolding details reveal a gruesome crime that took place in a Goa hotel, involving bloodstains, a resourceful cab driver, and alert hotel staff, according to police.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Seth checked into a service apartment in north Goa's Candolim on January 6 with her son. Two days later, she checked out alone, carrying a large bag, later revealed to contain the body of her child. The motive behind the murder remains unclear.</p>

<h2><strong>Demand for a long-distance cab</strong></h2>

<p>The alert hotel staff grew suspicious when Seth insisted on booking a cab for a nearly 600 km journey to Bengaluru, a distance easily covered by air in under 90 minutes. Despite suggestions to take a flight, she opted for a lengthy road trip.</p>

<p>The arrest unfolded when hotel staff at Sol Banyan Grande, Goa, noticed bloodstains while cleaning the room. They contacted the police, initiating a chain of events that led&nbsp;to Seth's arrest.</p>

<p>To arrest Seth, the police followed a strategic plan. They spoke to the cab driver in Konkani to prevent alerting her and directed him to a police station. The driver, showing remarkable composure, cooperated with the authorities. Upon inspecting the luggage, the child's body was found.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/who-is-suchana-seth-bengaluru-ceo-arrested-for-murdering-her-four-year-old-son-in-goa-678223">Also read |&nbsp;Who is Suchana Seth? Bengaluru CEO arrested for 'murdering' her four-year-old son in Goa</a></p>

<h2><strong>Estranged relationships and legal implications</strong></h2>

<p>Investigations revealed that Seth's relationship with her estranged husband, currently in the final stages of divorce, was strained. The father, away in Indonesia during the tragedy, has been summoned back for questioning.&nbsp;Seth hinted at dissatisfaction due to a court order, details of which remain undisclosed and subject to verification.</p>

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<p>The child's body is undergoing a post-mortem at a Karnataka government hospital to determine the cause of death. The police are collecting CCTV footage from the hotel, and a forensics team is actively gathering evidence to piece together the&nbsp;puzzle.</p>

<p>Suchana Seth, the founder and CEO of Mindful AI Lab, an artificial intelligence start-up, is a 2017/18 Fellow at Harvard University's Berkman Klein Centre. Specialising in plasma physics and astrophysics, she holds a Master's degree from the University of Calcutta.</p>

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Suchana Seth, the 39-year-old CEO of a Bengaluru tech startup, has been arrested for the alleged murder of her four-year-old son. The unfolding details reveal a gruesome crime that took place in a Goa hotel, involving bloodstains, a resourceful cab driver, and alert hotel staff, according to police.

Suchana Seth, the 39-year-old CEO of a Bengaluru tech startup, has been arrested for the alleged murder of her four-year-old son. The unfolding details reveal a gruesome crime that took place in a Goa hotel, involving bloodstains, a resourceful cab driver, and alert hotel staff, according to police. Seth checked into a service apartment in north Goa's Candolim on January 6 with her son. Two days later, she checked out alone, carrying a large bag, later revealed to contain the body of her child. The motive behind the murder remains unclear. Demand for a long-distance cab The alert hotel staff grew suspicious when Seth insisted on booking a cab for a nearly 600 km journey to Bengaluru, a distance easily covered by air in under 90 minutes. Despite suggestions to take a flight, she opted for a lengthy road trip. The arrest unfolded when hotel staff at Sol Banyan Grande, Goa, noticed bloodstains while cleaning the room. They contacted the police, initiating a chain of events that led to Seth's arrest. To arrest Seth, the police followed a strategic plan. They spoke to the cab driver in Konkani to prevent alerting her and directed him to a police station. The driver, showing remarkable composure, cooperated with the authorities. Upon inspecting the luggage, the child's body was found. Also read | Who is Suchana Seth? Bengaluru CEO arrested for 'murdering' her four-year-old son in Goa Estranged relationships and legal implications Investigations revealed that Seth's relationship with her estranged husband, currently in the final stages of divorce, was strained. The father, away in Indonesia during the tragedy, has been summoned back for questioning. Seth hinted at dissatisfaction due to a court order, details of which remain undisclosed and subject to verification. Also watch | Gujarat Global Summit 2024: Event begins Jan 10, 133 countries, 50 US firms to participate The child's body is undergoing a post-mortem at a Karnataka government hospital to determine the cause of death. The police are collecting CCTV footage from the hotel, and a forensics team is actively gathering evidence to piece together the puzzle. Suchana Seth, the founder and CEO of Mindful AI Lab, an artificial intelligence start-up, is a 2017/18 Fellow at Harvard University's Berkman Klein Centre. Specialising in plasma physics and astrophysics, she holds a Master's degree from the University of Calcutta. (With inputs from agencies)

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