<p>In a mind-numbing incident, a 39-year-old CEO of an AI startup, Suchana Seth was arrested for allegedly murdering her four-year-old son in Goa and then travelling with his body stuffed in a bag to Karnataka.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Seth was arrested on January 8 by Goa Police at Chitradurga in Karnataka. The motive behind the killing of her son is not known yet. As per police, she was caught when she was trying to flee in a cab with the child’s body stuffed in a bag.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Police gathered that she had an “estranged relationship” with her husband that could be a possible motive behind the killing.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Seth checked into a luxury apartment in North Goa’s Candolim on Saturday and checked out on Monday morning, as per police investigation. The murder was reported after one of the employees of the house-keeping staff went to clean the apartment on Monday and noticed some bloodstains, said an officer.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The hotel management immediately contacted Goa police, and a team from Calangute police station rushed to the spot.</p>

<h2><strong>Who is Suchana Seth, Mindful AI CEO who allegedly killed her four-year-old son?</strong></h2>

<p>Suchana Seth is the founder of Mindful AI Lab, and has been heading the organisation for over four years, as per her <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/suchanaseth/">LinkedIn profile.</a> She was also named in the ‘100 Brilliant Women in AI Ethics List 2021’.</p>

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<p>She also worked as an affiliate at the Berkman Klein Center for two years in Boston, Massachusetts. There she contributed to the ethics and governance of Artificial Intelligence and Responsible machine learning.</p>

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<p>She founded her startup The Mindful AI Lab in 2020 and before that, she also worked as a Senior Data Scientist at Boomerang Commerce in Bangalore. There she designed data-driven products for price optimisation and intelligence, and also filed two patents during this period, according to her LinkedIn profile.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Seth holds a Master’s degree in Physics specialising in Plasma Physics with Astrophysics from the University of Calcutta, where she achieved First Class honours in 2008.</p>

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<p>She also holds a Post Graduate Diploma in Sanskrit with the First Rank from the Ramakrishna Mission Institute of Culture, and a Bachelor's degree in Physics (Honours) with First Class honours from Bhawanipur Education Society College, Kolkata.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Not only does she have&nbsp;an impressive career and is&nbsp;highly accomplished in her life, but she is quite artistic too and is fond of photography, painting and travelling. Her <a href="https://www.instagram.com/suchanaseth/?hl=en">Instagram</a> reveals a lot about her inner self and interests other than her professional field.</p>

<p>Though quite ironic, her last Instagram post before the arrest seems to be dedicated to her son. She captioned it with various hashtags like "#whatwillhappen #lifeisbeautiful #magicofchildhood".&nbsp;</p>

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<p>As per one report by Indian Express, the Goa Police nabbed her with the help of a cab driver when she was on her way to Bengaluru, carrying a suspicious bag. When she was taken to the police station in Chitradurga, police found the boy's body stuffed in her bag.&nbsp;</p>

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In a mind-numbing incident, a 39-year-old CEO of an AI startup, Suchana Seth was arrested for allegedly murdering her four-year-old son in Goa and then travelling with his body stuffed in a bag to Karnataka.

In a mind-numbing incident, a 39-year-old CEO of an AI startup, Suchana Seth was arrested for allegedly murdering her four-year-old son in Goa and then travelling with his body stuffed in a bag to Karnataka. Seth was arrested on January 8 by Goa Police at Chitradurga in Karnataka. The motive behind the killing of her son is not known yet. As per police, she was caught when she was trying to flee in a cab with the child’s body stuffed in a bag. Police gathered that she had an “estranged relationship” with her husband that could be a possible motive behind the killing. Also Read | Indian PM Modi to inaugurate 10th edition of Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit Seth checked into a luxury apartment in North Goa’s Candolim on Saturday and checked out on Monday morning, as per police investigation. The murder was reported after one of the employees of the house-keeping staff went to clean the apartment on Monday and noticed some bloodstains, said an officer. The hotel management immediately contacted Goa police, and a team from Calangute police station rushed to the spot. Who is Suchana Seth, Mindful AI CEO who allegedly killed her four-year-old son? Suchana Seth is the founder of Mindful AI Lab, and has been heading the organisation for over four years, as per her LinkedIn profile. She was also named in the ‘100 Brilliant Women in AI Ethics List 2021’. Honored to be part of this group of amazing group of women doing critically important work! https://t.co/7jQBmJutUA — Suchana Seth (@suchanaseth) December 6, 2020 × She also worked as an affiliate at the Berkman Klein Center for two years in Boston, Massachusetts. There she contributed to the ethics and governance of Artificial Intelligence and Responsible machine learning. Also Read | India faces $30 bn export hit as Red Sea threats disrupt shipping routes She founded her startup The Mindful AI Lab in 2020 and before that, she also worked as a Senior Data Scientist at Boomerang Commerce in Bangalore. There she designed data-driven products for price optimisation and intelligence, and also filed two patents during this period, according to her LinkedIn profile. Seth holds a Master’s degree in Physics specialising in Plasma Physics with Astrophysics from the University of Calcutta, where she achieved First Class honours in 2008. Also Read | Madhya Pradesh: Curfew imposed in parts of Shajapur after stone pelting on religious procession She also holds a Post Graduate Diploma in Sanskrit with the First Rank from the Ramakrishna Mission Institute of Culture, and a Bachelor's degree in Physics (Honours) with First Class honours from Bhawanipur Education Society College, Kolkata. Not only does she have an impressive career and is highly accomplished in her life, but she is quite artistic too and is fond of photography, painting and travelling. Her Instagram reveals a lot about her inner self and interests other than her professional field. Though quite ironic, her last Instagram post before the arrest seems to be dedicated to her son. She captioned it with various hashtags like "#whatwillhappen #lifeisbeautiful #magicofchildhood". View this post on Instagram A post shared by Suchana Seth (@suchanaseth) × As per one report by Indian Express, the Goa Police nabbed her with the help of a cab driver when she was on her way to Bengaluru, carrying a suspicious bag. When she was taken to the police station in Chitradurga, police found the boy's body stuffed in her bag. (With inputs from agencies)

Who is Suchana Seth? Bengaluru CEO arrested for ‘murdering’ her four-year-old son in Goa

<p>The skeletal remains of five members of the same family have been recovered from inside a house in the Chitradurga district of the south Indian state of Karnataka. What makes the development more shocking is that the family was last seen five years ago in July 2019.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The police learnt about the incident on Thursday (Dec 28) through local media, who were informed by a person in the locality. Over two months ago, locals had noticed that the main door was broken and that there had been repeated attempts of ransacking the place. However, the police were not notified until this week.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Upon arriving at the scene, the police found four skeletons, two on beds and two on the floor, in one of the rooms. The fifth skeleton was discovered in the other room.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Forensic Science Laboratory (FSL) team from Devengere and Scene of Crime Officers (SOCOs) were quickly summoned to the scene and collected evidences as to what had transpired in the house.</p>

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<p>According to relatives of the deceased,&nbsp;the family members lived an entirely secluded life and had severe health issues. As per initial reports, the skeletons are of an elderly couple, retired government executive engineer Jagannath Reddy (85), his wife Prema (80), daughter Triveni (62), and sons Krishna (60) and Narendra (57).&nbsp;</p>

<p>"We visited the spot on Thursday evening and spoke to acquaintances and relatives of the family. All of them claimed that the family used to live a completely secluded life and was facing critical health issues," a senior police official was quoted as saying by <em>NDTV</em>.</p>

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<p>"Whether they died by suicide or were killed by someone, details are not known. After an investigation and a forensic report, we will get to know. Until then, we can't say anything or come to any conclusion," he said.</p>

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The skeletal remains of five members of the same family have been recovered from inside a house in the Chitradurga district of the south Indian state of Karnataka.

The skeletal remains of five members of the same family have been recovered from inside a house in the Chitradurga district of the south Indian state of Karnataka. What makes the development more shocking is that the family was last seen five years ago in July 2019. The police learnt about the incident on Thursday (Dec 28) through local media, who were informed by a person in the locality. Over two months ago, locals had noticed that the main door was broken and that there had been repeated attempts of ransacking the place. However, the police were not notified until this week. Upon arriving at the scene, the police found four skeletons, two on beds and two on the floor, in one of the rooms. The fifth skeleton was discovered in the other room. Forensic Science Laboratory (FSL) team from Devengere and Scene of Crime Officers (SOCOs) were quickly summoned to the scene and collected evidences as to what had transpired in the house. Watch | Study: Financial fraud top cybercrime in India According to relatives of the deceased, the family members lived an entirely secluded life and had severe health issues. As per initial reports, the skeletons are of an elderly couple, retired government executive engineer Jagannath Reddy (85), his wife Prema (80), daughter Triveni (62), and sons Krishna (60) and Narendra (57). "We visited the spot on Thursday evening and spoke to acquaintances and relatives of the family. All of them claimed that the family used to live a completely secluded life and was facing critical health issues," a senior police official was quoted as saying by NDTV. Also read | India: Wife stabs husband in eyes with scissors for demanding tea "Whether they died by suicide or were killed by someone, details are not known. After an investigation and a forensic report, we will get to know. Until then, we can't say anything or come to any conclusion," he said. (With inputs from agencies)

India: Another house of horror? Skeletons of 5 family members found in Karnataka home

<p>Tesla's Model X, a famous sports utility vehicle, made waves on social media after being spotted on a road in the Indian city of 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&nbsp;it in motion.</p>

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📍Minsk Square <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Tesla?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Tesla</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/India?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#India</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Bengaluru?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Bengaluru</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/ElectricDrive?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#ElectricDrive</a><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/BengaluruRoads?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#BengaluruRoads</a><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/FutureOfMobility?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#FutureOfMobility</a><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/TechInnovation?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#TechInnovation</a> <a href="https://t.co/7A2HbS9SU6">pic.twitter.com/7A2HbS9SU6</a></p>
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<h2>Viral posts and user reactions</h2>

<p>The posts featuring the Tesla Model X garnered significant traction with various&nbsp;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>A key observation mentioned by users was the Dubai number plate, leading to discussions on whether the car was privately owned or possibly used for an official visit.</p>

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<p>User comments reflected a range of opinions on the nature of the Tesla Model X's appearance. Some users asserted that it could be part of an official visit, stressing&nbsp;the allowance for driving foreign-registered vehicles for a limited period. Others contended that the vehicle seemed more in line with a privately owned car, potentially registered in Dubai.</p>

<p>The social media conversation extended beyond photos, with one user sharing a video of a similar vehicle spotted in Koramangala a few days back.&nbsp;</p>

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<h2><strong>Tesla's Indian venture in 2021</strong></h2>

<p>In 2021, Tesla took a significant step towards its Indian expansion by launching Tesla India Motors and Energy Private Ltd.</p>

<p>This move was part of the company's strategy to establish a manufacturing plant and research and development wing in India, marking a crucial development in Tesla's engagement with the Indian market.</p>

<p>The subsidiary, headquartered in Bengaluru, appointed Vaibhav Taneja, Venkatrangam Sreeram, and David Jon Feinstein as directors.&nbsp;</p>

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Tesla's Model X, a famous sports utility vehicle, made waves on social media after being spotted on a road in the Indian city of Bengaluru. The red-coloured vehicle attracted attention near the Cubbon Park metro station, specifically at Minsk Square.

Tesla's Model X, a famous sports utility vehicle, made waves on social media after being spotted on a road in the Indian city 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. Tesla test drives Bengaluru roads 👌. 📍Minsk Square #Tesla #India #Bengaluru #ElectricDrive#BengaluruRoads#FutureOfMobility#TechInnovation pic.twitter.com/7A2HbS9SU6 — North BangalorePost (@nBangalorepost) December 30, 2023 × Viral posts and user reactions 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. A key observation mentioned by users was the Dubai number plate, leading to discussions on whether the car was privately owned or possibly used for an official visit. Also read | Elon Musk's Tesla to set up first Indian manufacturing plant in Gujarat: Report User comments reflected a range of opinions on the nature of the Tesla Model X's appearance. Some users asserted that it could be part of an official visit, stressing the allowance for driving foreign-registered vehicles for a limited period. Others contended that the vehicle seemed more in line with a privately owned car, potentially registered in Dubai. The social media conversation extended beyond photos, with one user sharing a video of a similar vehicle spotted in Koramangala a few days back. Also watch | Tesla's new strategy after winning over EV lovers Tesla's Indian venture in 2021 In 2021, Tesla took a significant step towards its Indian expansion by launching Tesla India Motors and Energy Private Ltd. This move was part of the company's strategy to establish a manufacturing plant and research and development wing in India, marking a crucial development in Tesla's engagement with the Indian market. The subsidiary, headquartered in Bengaluru, appointed Vaibhav Taneja, Venkatrangam Sreeram, and David Jon Feinstein as directors. (With inputs from agencies)

India: Tesla car spotted in Bengaluru traffic, creates buzz on social media

<p>The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Monday (Dec 18) carried out raids at 19 locations across four Indian states in connection with the ISIS network and busted a "highly radicalised jihadi terror group."</p>

<p>The anti-terror agency arrested eight operatives of the banned terror outfit's Ballari module, including its leader Minaz foiling plans by the accused to carry out terror attacks, and IED blasts.</p>

<p>The searches also led to the seizure of explosive raw materials, such as sulphur, potassium nitrate, charcoal, gunpowder, sugar and ethanol, sharp-edged weapons, unaccounted cash, documents exposing terror plans, along with smartphones and other digital devices.</p>

<p>The 19 locations, where the raids were conducted, included Ballari and Bengaluru in Karnataka, Amaravati, Mumbai and Pune in Maharashtra, Jamshedpur and Bokaro in Jharkhand and Delhi.</p>

<p>As per the initial probes by NIA, the accused had planned on using explosive raw materials for the fabrication of IEDs which were to be deployed for carrying out attacks.</p>

<p>Investigations further revealed that the accused were constantly in touch with one another via encrypted applications and were planning attacks and recruiting youths, NIA said in a statement.</p>

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<p>News agency ANI reported that the terror group was engaged in anti-India activities.&nbsp;</p>

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<h2><strong>Radicalisation of prisoners</strong></h2>

<p>This comes a day after NIA raided multiple locations across Bengaluru, Karnataka, in a case related&nbsp;to the radicalisation of prisoners by a Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) terrorist.</p>

<p>Six locations, including the houses of four accused, one of whom is still absconding, were extensively searched in the case last week, on Dec 13, as part of the anti-terror agency's continuing investigations into the case.</p>

<p>The other locations that were searched were premises connected with two other suspects.</p>

<p>In that raid, the NIA teams seized a host of digital devices, various incriminating documents, and cash amounting to Rs 7.3 lakh. The raids were conducted at the premises of Mohammed Umar, Mohammed Faisal Rabbani, Tanveer Ahmed and Mohammed Farooq, as well as absconder Junaid Ahmed. Three accused are currently absconding in the case, registered under various sections of IPC, the UA(P) Act, 1967 and the Explosive Substances Act, 1884.&nbsp;</p>

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The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Monday (Dec 18) carried out raids at 19 locations across four Indian states in connection with the ISIS network and busted a "highly radicalised jihadi terror group.

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Monday (Dec 18) carried out raids at 19 locations across four Indian states in connection with the ISIS network and busted a "highly radicalised jihadi terror group." The anti-terror agency arrested eight operatives of the banned terror outfit's Ballari module, including its leader Minaz foiling plans by the accused to carry out terror attacks, and IED blasts. The searches also led to the seizure of explosive raw materials, such as sulphur, potassium nitrate, charcoal, gunpowder, sugar and ethanol, sharp-edged weapons, unaccounted cash, documents exposing terror plans, along with smartphones and other digital devices. The 19 locations, where the raids were conducted, included Ballari and Bengaluru in Karnataka, Amaravati, Mumbai and Pune in Maharashtra, Jamshedpur and Bokaro in Jharkhand and Delhi. As per the initial probes by NIA, the accused had planned on using explosive raw materials for the fabrication of IEDs which were to be deployed for carrying out attacks. Investigations further revealed that the accused were constantly in touch with one another via encrypted applications and were planning attacks and recruiting youths, NIA said in a statement. Nia Foils ISIS Ballari Module’s Plans to Trigger IED Blasts Arrests 8 Terror Operatives, including Module Head, in Raids Across 4 States, Seizes Explosive Raw Materials, Weapons, Documents Exposing Terror Plans, etc. pic.twitter.com/jluje0B91b — NIA India (@NIA_India) December 18, 2023 × News agency ANI reported that the terror group was engaged in anti-India activities. Also read: Bill moved in LS lets govt take over telecom network for ‘national security’ Radicalisation of prisoners This comes a day after NIA raided multiple locations across Bengaluru, Karnataka, in a case related to the radicalisation of prisoners by a Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) terrorist. Six locations, including the houses of four accused, one of whom is still absconding, were extensively searched in the case last week, on Dec 13, as part of the anti-terror agency's continuing investigations into the case. The other locations that were searched were premises connected with two other suspects. In that raid, the NIA teams seized a host of digital devices, various incriminating documents, and cash amounting to Rs 7.3 lakh. The raids were conducted at the premises of Mohammed Umar, Mohammed Faisal Rabbani, Tanveer Ahmed and Mohammed Farooq, as well as absconder Junaid Ahmed. Three accused are currently absconding in the case, registered under various sections of IPC, the UA(P) Act, 1967 and the Explosive Substances Act, 1884. (With inputs from agencies)

India's anti-terror agency arrests 8 ISIS operatives, seizes explosive raw materials, weapons

Speaking at an event titled Decade of Change at India's Silicon Valley, Bengaluru, India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar mentioned about abrogation of Article 370 being a huge achievement, he also talked about India's relations with its neighbouring countries. Listen to the story for more insights.

India's External Affairs Minister on UNSC reforms & India's neighbourhood policy

<p>India's External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar on Sunday (Dec 17) opened up about allegations made by the United States and Canada regarding pro-Khalistani elements saying that both the issues were not the same.</p>

<p>He further stated that India was ready to look into the matter as it is a responsible country.</p>

<p>While speaking at the Rotary Institute 2023 event in Bengaluru, Jaishankar asserted that India is willing to take into consideration the concerns shared by any other country referring to the allegations imposed by Canada about the alleged link of "agents of the Indian government" in the killing of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar.</p>

<p>"I think everybody knows that India is a country where we are very responsible, very prudent in what we do and the whole issue for us has been that we have always maintained that. If any country, not just Canada, if any country has a concern and gives us some input or some basis for that concern, we are always open to looking at it," he said, adding, "This is what countries do."</p>

<p>"So we very sincerely have told the Canadians saying that look it's up to you, I mean your choice whether you would like us to pursue it, further look into it or not," he added.</p>

<h2><strong>US indictment of Nikhil Gupta</strong></h2>

<p>Jaishankar, speaking on US indictment of Indian national Nikhil Gupta in connection with a foiled murder plot to kill Khalistani separatist and leader of the banned Sikhs For Justice (SFJ) outfit Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, underlined that at the time America raised the issue, some specific things were brought to India's notice and that New Delhi was looking into it.</p>

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<p>"The point was when Americans brought up some issues and the two issues are not necessarily the same. When they brought up that issue the Americans told us some specific things. What happens in international relations from time to time such challenges can arise," EAM Jaishankar said.</p>

<p>Earlier in November, the United States had charged Gupta with murder-for-hire over a conspiracy to assassinate Pannun, who is a dual citizen of America and Canada, the US attorney's office in Manhattan said in a statement.</p>

<p>US Attorney Damian Williams announced charges against Gupta, who was arrested by Czech authorities in the month of June this year in conformance to the bilateral extradition treaty between the United States and the Czech Republic.</p>

<p>Following this development, MEA spokesperson Arindam Bagchi released a statement saying that the case, allegedly linking Gupta to an Indian official was a "matter of concern" and was contrary to government policy.</p>

<p>On the other hand, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said alleged the involvement of "agents of the Indian government" in the killing of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar.</p>

<p>However, India has rebuffed the claims calling them "absurd and motivated".</p>

<h2><strong>Jaishankar takes dig at UN Security Council</strong></h2>

<p>Jaishankar, during the same event, also took a sharp dig at the UN Security Council saying that it was like an "old club" where member nations were unwilling to admit new members as they do not want to let go of their grip.</p>

<p>"Security Council is like an old club, where there are set members who don't want to let go of the grip. They want to keep control over the club. Not very keen to admit more members, not keen to have their practices questioned," Jaishankar said.</p>

<p>"In a way, it's a human failing. But I think today it is harming the world. It is harming the world because, on key issues confronting the world, the UN is getting less and less effective," he said.</p>

<p>"And I can also tell you the global sentiment. I mean, today, if you ask 200 countries in the world, do you want reform or don't you want reform? A very large number of countries would say, yes, we want reform...," he added while emphasising that nations are urging for reform efforts in the UN Security Council to deal with the prevailing challenges.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;</em></p>


India's External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar on Sunday (Dec 17) opened up about allegations made by the United States and Canada regarding pro-Khalistani elements saying that both the issues were not the same.

India's External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar on Sunday (Dec 17) opened up about allegations made by the United States and Canada regarding pro-Khalistani elements saying that both the issues were not the same. He further stated that India was ready to look into the matter as it is a responsible country. While speaking at the Rotary Institute 2023 event in Bengaluru, Jaishankar asserted that India is willing to take into consideration the concerns shared by any other country referring to the allegations imposed by Canada about the alleged link of "agents of the Indian government" in the killing of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar. "I think everybody knows that India is a country where we are very responsible, very prudent in what we do and the whole issue for us has been that we have always maintained that. If any country, not just Canada, if any country has a concern and gives us some input or some basis for that concern, we are always open to looking at it," he said, adding, "This is what countries do." "So we very sincerely have told the Canadians saying that look it's up to you, I mean your choice whether you would like us to pursue it, further look into it or not," he added. US indictment of Nikhil Gupta Jaishankar, speaking on US indictment of Indian national Nikhil Gupta in connection with a foiled murder plot to kill Khalistani separatist and leader of the banned Sikhs For Justice (SFJ) outfit Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, underlined that at the time America raised the issue, some specific things were brought to India's notice and that New Delhi was looking into it. Also read: Oman's Sultan fascinated by India's space project, interested in India-made drones, says Jaishankar "The point was when Americans brought up some issues and the two issues are not necessarily the same. When they brought up that issue the Americans told us some specific things. What happens in international relations from time to time such challenges can arise," EAM Jaishankar said. Earlier in November, the United States had charged Gupta with murder-for-hire over a conspiracy to assassinate Pannun, who is a dual citizen of America and Canada, the US attorney's office in Manhattan said in a statement. US Attorney Damian Williams announced charges against Gupta, who was arrested by Czech authorities in the month of June this year in conformance to the bilateral extradition treaty between the United States and the Czech Republic. Following this development, MEA spokesperson Arindam Bagchi released a statement saying that the case, allegedly linking Gupta to an Indian official was a "matter of concern" and was contrary to government policy. On the other hand, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said alleged the involvement of "agents of the Indian government" in the killing of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar. However, India has rebuffed the claims calling them "absurd and motivated". Jaishankar takes dig at UN Security Council Jaishankar, during the same event, also took a sharp dig at the UN Security Council saying that it was like an "old club" where member nations were unwilling to admit new members as they do not want to let go of their grip. "Security Council is like an old club, where there are set members who don't want to let go of the grip. They want to keep control over the club. Not very keen to admit more members, not keen to have their practices questioned," Jaishankar said. "In a way, it's a human failing. But I think today it is harming the world. It is harming the world because, on key issues confronting the world, the UN is getting less and less effective," he said. "And I can also tell you the global sentiment. I mean, today, if you ask 200 countries in the world, do you want reform or don't you want reform? A very large number of countries would say, yes, we want reform...," he added while emphasising that nations are urging for reform efforts in the UN Security Council to deal with the prevailing challenges. (With inputs from agencies)

Jaishankar clears the air on diplomatic rows with US and Canada, slams UN Security Council as ‘old club’

<p>In a remarkable feat of medical science, doctors in India's Bengaluru city achieved the extraordinary by successfully removing a bullet lodged in the head of a 29-year-old Yemeni national for almost two decades.</p>

<p>This exceptional case unfolded as a consequence of a traumatic incident when the man, aged 10 at the time, was caught in the crossfire between warring groups in Yemen.</p>

<p>The now 29-year-old Yemeni, a father of two and one of 10 siblings, had sustained a gunshot wound during a confrontation. Returning from a shop one afternoon, he found himself in the line of fire, resulting in a severe injury.</p>

<p>Rushed to a nearby hospital, the initial medical response involved cleaning the wound, but the embedded bullet remained untouched, as reported by The Times of India.</p>

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<h2><strong>Years of silent suffering</strong></h2>

<p>Over the years, the man endured the consequences of this silent intrusion.</p>

<p>Deafness, recurrent headaches, and persistent ear discharges became unwelcome companions.</p>

<p>The 3-centimetre-long bullet had traversed through his left ear, lodging itself in the bone and causing chronic ear infections due to pus accumulation.</p>

<p>Last week, a team of doctors at Aster Hospital in Bengaluru embarked on a challenging surgical mission.</p>

<p>Describing the procedure as "daunting", medical professionals faced the intricate task of extracting the metal object lodged perilously close to "vital vascular structures."</p>

<p>The patient was at a significant risk of major bleeding, underscoring the complexity of the operation.</p>

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<h2><strong>What it took to extract the embedded bullet</strong></h2>

<p>Employing meticulous planning, doctors used&nbsp;x-ray technology to precisely locate the bullet and separate it from the surrounding tissues.</p>

<p>Remarkably, the procedure concluded without complications or significant bleeding, mitigating the high-risk scenario.</p>

<p><strong>Also watch |&nbsp;Indian airlines grapple with malfunctions | Indian government ensures a robust regulatory framework</strong></p>

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<p>Post-surgery, the Yemeni man experienced partial restoration of his hearing, providing a glimmer of hope after years of silent suffering.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


In a remarkable feat of medical science, doctors in India's Bengaluru city achieved the extraordinary by successfully removing a bullet lodged in the head of a 29-year-old Yemeni national for almost two decades.

In a remarkable feat of medical science, doctors in India's Bengaluru city achieved the extraordinary by successfully removing a bullet lodged in the head of a 29-year-old Yemeni national for almost two decades. This exceptional case unfolded as a consequence of a traumatic incident when the man, aged 10 at the time, was caught in the crossfire between warring groups in Yemen. The now 29-year-old Yemeni, a father of two and one of 10 siblings, had sustained a gunshot wound during a confrontation. Returning from a shop one afternoon, he found himself in the line of fire, resulting in a severe injury. Rushed to a nearby hospital, the initial medical response involved cleaning the wound, but the embedded bullet remained untouched, as reported by The Times of India. Also read | Miracle surgery | Doctors in Israel join back boy's head detached in an accident Years of silent suffering Over the years, the man endured the consequences of this silent intrusion. Deafness, recurrent headaches, and persistent ear discharges became unwelcome companions. The 3-centimetre-long bullet had traversed through his left ear, lodging itself in the bone and causing chronic ear infections due to pus accumulation. Last week, a team of doctors at Aster Hospital in Bengaluru embarked on a challenging surgical mission. Describing the procedure as "daunting", medical professionals faced the intricate task of extracting the metal object lodged perilously close to "vital vascular structures." The patient was at a significant risk of major bleeding, underscoring the complexity of the operation. Also read | Thai drug lord gets plastic surgery to look like 'handsome' Korean man, police bust narcotics racket What it took to extract the embedded bullet Employing meticulous planning, doctors used x-ray technology to precisely locate the bullet and separate it from the surrounding tissues. Remarkably, the procedure concluded without complications or significant bleeding, mitigating the high-risk scenario. Also watch | Indian airlines grapple with malfunctions | Indian government ensures a robust regulatory framework Post-surgery, the Yemeni man experienced partial restoration of his hearing, providing a glimmer of hope after years of silent suffering. (With inputs from agencies)

In miracle surgery, Indian doctors remove bullet stuck in Yemeni man's head for 18 years

<p>In 2022, Bengaluru took an alarming lead in acid attacks against women, recording the highest number of cases in the country, as per the latest National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) report.</p>

<p>The city's police documented six acid attack cases, positioning Bengaluru at the forefront among the 19 metropolitan cities listed.</p>

<h2><strong>Acid attacks across metropolitan cities</strong></h2>

<p>Delhi secured the second position with seven reported acid attack incidents in 2022, while Ahmedabad followed closely at the third spot with five cases, according to the NCRB data.</p>

<p>Analysing the national scenario, Delhi reported seven attempted acid attacks, with Bengaluru registering three such cases last year. Hyderabad and Ahmedabad each reported two attempted acid attacks in 2022.</p>

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<h2><strong>Acid attacks in Bengaluru</strong></h2>

<p>One of the prominent acid attack cases in Bengaluru involved a 24-year-old M.Com who fell victim to an attack on April 28.</p>

<p>The assailant, who had been stalking the victim for years, approached her with a marriage proposal. When she declined, he resorted to the horrific act of splashing acid on her.</p>

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<p>The perpetrator was arrested&nbsp;in May, hiding in a Tiruvannamalai Ashram disguised as a 'swami'.&nbsp;In a positive turn of events, the victim was offered a job on a contract basis by Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah's office in June 2023.</p>

<p><strong>Also watch |&nbsp;BJP reworks social equations in choice of Chief Ministers before 2024 elections</strong></p>

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<p>On June 10, 2022, another distressing acid attack case unfolded in Bengaluru. In this instance, a man allegedly threw acid on the face of his female friend after she rejected his marriage proposal.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


In 2022, Bengaluru took an alarming lead in acid attacks against women, recording the highest number of cases in the country, as per the latest National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) report.

In 2022, Bengaluru took an alarming lead in acid attacks against women, recording the highest number of cases in the country, as per the latest National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) report. The city's police documented six acid attack cases, positioning Bengaluru at the forefront among the 19 metropolitan cities listed. Acid attacks across metropolitan cities Delhi secured the second position with seven reported acid attack incidents in 2022, while Ahmedabad followed closely at the third spot with five cases, according to the NCRB data. Analysing the national scenario, Delhi reported seven attempted acid attacks, with Bengaluru registering three such cases last year. Hyderabad and Ahmedabad each reported two attempted acid attacks in 2022. Also read | Who is Mohan Yadav? Here's all you need to know about Madhya Pradesh's new chief minister Acid attacks in Bengaluru One of the prominent acid attack cases in Bengaluru involved a 24-year-old M.Com who fell victim to an attack on April 28. The assailant, who had been stalking the victim for years, approached her with a marriage proposal. When she declined, he resorted to the horrific act of splashing acid on her. Also read | What does Justice SK Kaul's separate 'sentimental' ruling on Article 370 intend to achieve? The perpetrator was arrested in May, hiding in a Tiruvannamalai Ashram disguised as a 'swami'. In a positive turn of events, the victim was offered a job on a contract basis by Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah's office in June 2023. Also watch | BJP reworks social equations in choice of Chief Ministers before 2024 elections On June 10, 2022, another distressing acid attack case unfolded in Bengaluru. In this instance, a man allegedly threw acid on the face of his female friend after she rejected his marriage proposal. (With inputs from agencies)

This Indian city reported the highest number of acid attacks against women in 2022

<p>In a bizarre incident, a group of robbers attempting to break into an ATM in Bengaluru's Nelamangala area inadvertently burned a significant sum of cash to ashes. The shocking episode left authorities and onlookers puzzled.</p>

<h2><strong>Attempted heist goes wrong</strong></h2>

<p>The robbers used a gas cutter in their attempt to forcefully access the Automated Teller Machine (ATM).</p>

<p>However, their efforts took an unexpected turn when the heat from the gas cutter ignited the stored currency notes, reducing them to ashes.</p>

<p>The exact amount of money destroyed in the incident is yet to be determined.</p>

<p>“Several currency notes stored in an Automated Teller Machine (ATM) were reduced to ashes after a gang of thieves attempted to break it open using a gas cutter at Nelamangala on the city outskirts on Thursday,” Police told PTI.</p>

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<p>Bank officials from the Mumbai branch detected the unusual incident through CCTV footage.</p>

<p>Swift action was taken as they alerted the building owner where the ATM was located. The building owner rushed to the scene, only to find the perpetrators had fled, leaving behind their equipment.</p>

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<p>Bengaluru City Police are actively investigating the matter, examining the CCTV footage for clues.</p>

<p>Initial findings suggest the involvement of two people in the failed heist. The investigation is ongoing, and authorities are awaiting further details to piece together the sequence of events.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


In a bizarre incident, a group of robbers attempting to break into an ATM in Bengaluru's Nelamangala area inadvertently burned a significant sum of cash to ashes.

In a bizarre incident, a group of robbers attempting to break into an ATM in Bengaluru's Nelamangala area inadvertently burned a significant sum of cash to ashes. The shocking episode left authorities and onlookers puzzled. Attempted heist goes wrong The robbers used a gas cutter in their attempt to forcefully access the Automated Teller Machine (ATM). However, their efforts took an unexpected turn when the heat from the gas cutter ignited the stored currency notes, reducing them to ashes. The exact amount of money destroyed in the incident is yet to be determined. “Several currency notes stored in an Automated Teller Machine (ATM) were reduced to ashes after a gang of thieves attempted to break it open using a gas cutter at Nelamangala on the city outskirts on Thursday,” Police told PTI. Also read | India: Robbers tunnel through wall, loot $3 million in daring Delhi jewellery heist Bank officials from the Mumbai branch detected the unusual incident through CCTV footage. Swift action was taken as they alerted the building owner where the ATM was located. The building owner rushed to the scene, only to find the perpetrators had fled, leaving behind their equipment. Also watch | Gold heist at Toronto airport; Cybercriminals using Netflix to scam users Bengaluru City Police are actively investigating the matter, examining the CCTV footage for clues. Initial findings suggest the involvement of two people in the failed heist. The investigation is ongoing, and authorities are awaiting further details to piece together the sequence of events. (With inputs from agencies)

India: Bengaluru ATM robbery goes wrong as thieves accidentally burn cash during heist

Over 40 schools in Bengaluru received bomb threat emails leading to a state of panic. The emails also threatened people to change their religious beliefs. Was it an attempt to trigger communal violence?

Gravitas: Bomb threats in over 40 Bengaluru schools, an attempt to trigger communal violence?

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<p>Multiple schools in southern India's Bengaluru received bomb threats via email on Friday (Dec 1), stoking an evacuation at as many as 15 schools.</p>

<p>Over 5,000 students are enrolled in the schools where the bomb threats were made.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The emails received on Friday were sent from various addresses by masking the IP address of origin, The Indian Express reported, while citing police&nbsp;sources.</p>

<p>At the time of filing this report, police were searching all the schools which reported such threats. So far, nothing suspicious has been found.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Bengaluru Police Commissioner B Dayanand said: "Several schools have received threatening mail. The city is now on alert as per law enforcement. Even before, such calls were received by us but when we inspected, they all turned out to be fake calls. We have sent bomb squads everywhere. The probe will be conducted."</p>

<p>A message from the NEEV School to the parents stated on Friday (Nov 30):&nbsp;"We are encountering an unexpected situation at school today. The school has received a security threat from unknown sources. As we hold the safety of our children at utmost priority, we have decided to disperse the students immediately."</p>

<p>"Kids are being sent home as per the advice of the bomb squad. We are evaluating the threat...," the school message said.</p>

<p>Earlier this year, many schools in Bengaluru had received similar kinds of email threats&nbsp;that turned out to be hoax.&nbsp;</p>

<p>On April 8, 2022, as many as 16 schools in Bengaluru received hoax bomb threat emails between 11 am and 2.30 pm. The email read: "A very powerful bomb has been planted in your school, attention is not a joke, this is not a joke, a very powerful bomb has been planted in your school, immediately call the police and sappers, hundreds of lives may suffer including yours, do not delay, now everything is only in your hands."</p>

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Multiple schools in southern India's Bengaluru received bomb threats via email on Friday (Dec 1), stoking an evacuation at as many as 15 schools. Over 5,000 students are enrolled in the schools where the bomb threats were made.

Multiple schools in southern India's Bengaluru received bomb threats via email on Friday (Dec 1), stoking an evacuation at as many as 15 schools. Over 5,000 students are enrolled in the schools where the bomb threats were made. The emails received on Friday were sent from various addresses by masking the IP address of origin, The Indian Express reported, while citing police sources. At the time of filing this report, police were searching all the schools which reported such threats. So far, nothing suspicious has been found. Bengaluru Police Commissioner B Dayanand said: "Several schools have received threatening mail. The city is now on alert as per law enforcement. Even before, such calls were received by us but when we inspected, they all turned out to be fake calls. We have sent bomb squads everywhere. The probe will be conducted." A message from the NEEV School to the parents stated on Friday (Nov 30): "We are encountering an unexpected situation at school today. The school has received a security threat from unknown sources. As we hold the safety of our children at utmost priority, we have decided to disperse the students immediately." "Kids are being sent home as per the advice of the bomb squad. We are evaluating the threat...," the school message said. Earlier this year, many schools in Bengaluru had received similar kinds of email threats that turned out to be hoax. On April 8, 2022, as many as 16 schools in Bengaluru received hoax bomb threat emails between 11 am and 2.30 pm. The email read: "A very powerful bomb has been planted in your school, attention is not a joke, this is not a joke, a very powerful bomb has been planted in your school, immediately call the police and sappers, hundreds of lives may suffer including yours, do not delay, now everything is only in your hands." (With inputs from agencies)

India: Multiple Bengaluru schools receive bomb threat emails, over 5,000 students evacuated

The Indian Prime Minister scaled the skies in an Air Force fighter jet. Prime Minister Modi became the first prime minister to fly India's indigenous light combat aircraft Tejas. The Indian Prime Minister was accompanied by an Indian Air Force pilot as the aircraft took off from the Hindustan Aeronautics Limited airport in India's Bengaluru.

Indian PM Modi flies Tejas aircraft says, "Experience was incredibly enriching"

<p>A tragic incident took place in the Indian state of Karnataka at Bengaluru's IT corridor when a 23-year-old woman named Soundharya and her nine-month-old daughter, Suviksha, were electrocuted while walking near the Hope Farm junction in Whitefield on Sunday (Nov 19).</p>

<p>The victims were the residents of AKG Colony under Kadugodi police limits. They were on their way to Soundharya's mother's house around 6 am when the incident took place.</p>

<p>The unfortunate event occurred when Soundharya stepped on&nbsp;a live wire lying on the road, leading to her and her daughter being electrocuted on the spot. Passersby alerted the Kadugodi police, who have initiated an investigation into the incident.</p>

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<p>According to a police officer, several areas in the city have seen instances of fallen fibre-optic cables on footpaths. In this case, it is speculated that Soundharya might have mistaken the live electric wire for a&nbsp;fiber-optic cable.</p>

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<p>The husband of the deceased, originally from Cuddalore in Tamil Nadu, works in a private firm in Neyveli near Cuddalore.</p>

<h2><strong>Calls for action</strong></h2>

<p>Outraged citizens are demanding action against the Bangalore Electricity Supply Company Limited (BESCOM) for their alleged negligence in addressing live wires scattered on city roads.</p>

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<p>Whitefield Rising, a citizens' group, expressed their concerns on social media, stating, “She came in contact with a live BESCOM wire just hanging from the top. Hope Farm is one of the busiest junctions in Whitefield, with thousands of people walking, waiting to catch the bus, walking to the metro station. @wfieldps @dcpwhitefield – when will an FIR be filed against negligence in Bangalore?”</p>

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<p>In response, Shivakumar Gunare, Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) for the Whitefield division, revealed that three BESCOM workers have been detained and are currently under questioning in connection with the tragic deaths.</p>

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A tragic incident took place in the Indian state of Karnataka at Bengaluru's IT corridor when a 23-year-old woman named Soundharya and her nine-month-old daughter, Suviksha, were electrocuted while walking near the Hope Farm junction in Whitefield on Sunday (Nov 19).

A tragic incident took place in the Indian state of Karnataka at Bengaluru's IT corridor when a 23-year-old woman named Soundharya and her nine-month-old daughter, Suviksha, were electrocuted while walking near the Hope Farm junction in Whitefield on Sunday (Nov 19). The victims were the residents of AKG Colony under Kadugodi police limits. They were on their way to Soundharya's mother's house around 6 am when the incident took place. The unfortunate event occurred when Soundharya stepped on a live wire lying on the road, leading to her and her daughter being electrocuted on the spot. Passersby alerted the Kadugodi police, who have initiated an investigation into the incident. Also Read | Has India become a $4-trillion-economy? Social media abuzz with rumours According to a police officer, several areas in the city have seen instances of fallen fibre-optic cables on footpaths. In this case, it is speculated that Soundharya might have mistaken the live electric wire for a fiber-optic cable. Also Read | India sends 2nd batch of aid for Palestinians caught in crossfire amid Israel-Hamas war The husband of the deceased, originally from Cuddalore in Tamil Nadu, works in a private firm in Neyveli near Cuddalore. Calls for action Outraged citizens are demanding action against the Bangalore Electricity Supply Company Limited (BESCOM) for their alleged negligence in addressing live wires scattered on city roads. Watch | Government allows 27 companies to manufacture hardware in India × Whitefield Rising, a citizens' group, expressed their concerns on social media, stating, “She came in contact with a live BESCOM wire just hanging from the top. Hope Farm is one of the busiest junctions in Whitefield, with thousands of people walking, waiting to catch the bus, walking to the metro station. @wfieldps @dcpwhitefield – when will an FIR be filed against negligence in Bangalore?” ‼️ A young woman was electrocuted to death at Hopefarm Junction today, in the early hours of the morning. She came in contact with a live BESCOM wire just hanging from the top. Hopefarm is one of the busiest junctions in Whitefield, with thousands of people walking, waiting… pic.twitter.com/Z8I7BCp0ZD — Whitefield Rising (@WFRising) November 19, 2023 × In response, Shivakumar Gunare, Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) for the Whitefield division, revealed that three BESCOM workers have been detained and are currently under questioning in connection with the tragic deaths. (With inputs from agencies)

India: Mother, 9-month-old daughter electrocuted by live wire on Bengaluru footpath

<p>A ragpicker&nbsp;found US dollar bills that, if not counterfeit, would be worth $3 million (about ₹25 crore), near a railway track in southern India's Bengaluru.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Saleman S K, a native of West Bengal state's Nadia district, collects plastic bottles and waste materials to make his ends meet.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>What happened?</strong></h2>

<p>According to an Indian Express report, last Friday (Nov 3), Saleman was scavenging for waste near the Nagawara railway station in Bengaluru when he found a bunch of currency notes wrapped in paper.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>He then reportedly told the police: "Initially did not know that there were currency notes in it. As it was packed, I thought it might be some books that had been thrown. But when I came home and opened it, I found 23 bundles of US dollars but there was a stench of some chemical and I felt sick."</p>

<h2><strong>What did Saleman do with money?</strong></h2>

<p>The report claims that Saleman hid the money at his home. On November 5, he reached out to an activist who informed the police about Saleman's discovery.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"We met the police commissioner who too was surprised to see such a large bundles of currency notes. He immediately called the Hebbal police inspector who took up the issue," the national executive member of Swaraj India, R Kaleem Ullah, was quoted as saying by The Indian Express.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Ullah told the publication that Saleman was in shock and did not sleep or eat from Nov 3 till he met him.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"The only food he had was at the city police commissioner’s office," Ullah said.</p>

<p>"He (Saleman) was afraid that the police would suspect him of foul play if he approached them which made him reach out to me only after two days," said Ullah.</p>

<h2><strong>What else did the package contain?</strong></h2>

<p>According to R Kareeem Ullah, the package Saleman found also featured a note on a United Nations letterhead.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The letter read, "The economic and finance committee puts in place a special fund which was voted by members of the security council to assist UN peacekeeping forces in south Sudan. Due to the skeletal banking operations and the hijacking of such funds by unauthorized persons such as terrorists and dictators in these regions the United Nations authorized the finance committee of the UN to place a visible laser stamp on the notes to act as security in order to have the funds to reach its destination safely."</p>

<p>The note also claimed that the bills were anti-breeze and should not be exposed to air or atmospheric pressure.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"The chemical required to remove the last stamp is Fino-Bioxine Universal solution Code (BDZ8Y56)," the letter read.</p>

<p>The police have seized all 23 bundles and sent them to the Reserve Bank of India for further examination.&nbsp;<br />
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A ragpicker found US dollar bills that, if not counterfeit, would be worth $3 million (about ₹25 crore), near a railway track in southern India's Bengaluru. Saleman S K, a native of West Bengal state's Nadia district, collects plastic bottles and waste materials to make his ends meet.

A ragpicker found US dollar bills that, if not counterfeit, would be worth $3 million (about ₹25 crore), near a railway track in southern India's Bengaluru. Saleman S K, a native of West Bengal state's Nadia district, collects plastic bottles and waste materials to make his ends meet. What happened? According to an Indian Express report, last Friday (Nov 3), Saleman was scavenging for waste near the Nagawara railway station in Bengaluru when he found a bunch of currency notes wrapped in paper. Also read | Bengaluru doctor making apps for ISIS arrested by NIA He then reportedly told the police: "Initially did not know that there were currency notes in it. As it was packed, I thought it might be some books that had been thrown. But when I came home and opened it, I found 23 bundles of US dollars but there was a stench of some chemical and I felt sick." What did Saleman do with money? The report claims that Saleman hid the money at his home. On November 5, he reached out to an activist who informed the police about Saleman's discovery. "We met the police commissioner who too was surprised to see such a large bundles of currency notes. He immediately called the Hebbal police inspector who took up the issue," the national executive member of Swaraj India, R Kaleem Ullah, was quoted as saying by The Indian Express. Also watch | Gravitas: Trevor Noah's Bengaluru show turns into comedy of errors × Ullah told the publication that Saleman was in shock and did not sleep or eat from Nov 3 till he met him. "The only food he had was at the city police commissioner’s office," Ullah said. "He (Saleman) was afraid that the police would suspect him of foul play if he approached them which made him reach out to me only after two days," said Ullah. What else did the package contain? According to R Kareeem Ullah, the package Saleman found also featured a note on a United Nations letterhead. The letter read, "The economic and finance committee puts in place a special fund which was voted by members of the security council to assist UN peacekeeping forces in south Sudan. Due to the skeletal banking operations and the hijacking of such funds by unauthorized persons such as terrorists and dictators in these regions the United Nations authorized the finance committee of the UN to place a visible laser stamp on the notes to act as security in order to have the funds to reach its destination safely." The note also claimed that the bills were anti-breeze and should not be exposed to air or atmospheric pressure. "The chemical required to remove the last stamp is Fino-Bioxine Universal solution Code (BDZ8Y56)," the letter read. The police have seized all 23 bundles and sent them to the Reserve Bank of India for further examination. (With inputs from agencies)

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<p>After a 24-hour manhunt, the police in Bengaluru city of southern Karnataka state on Monday (Nov 6) arrested a man in connection with the murder of a senior female government official.</p>

<p>The accused has been identified as 32-year-old Kiran, who used to work as her driver. He was sacked around 10 days ago. However, it is currently unknown why was he let go.</p>

<p>Victim Prathima KS, a 45-year-old Karnataka government officer, was found murdered inside her home by her brother on November 5. She was working as a geologist with Karnataka’s mines and geology department.</p>

<p>The police claimed that she was strangulated, and then her throat was slit. They also did not find any valuables being stolen from her home.</p>

<h2><strong>Kiran was sacked 10 days ago&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>“There was no forced entry to the house and no valuables have been missing. Someone known to her has entered the house and killed her,” a senior police officer was quoted as saying by&nbsp;The Indian Express.</p>

<p>She was living in an independent house. An initial probe revealed that she had returned home from work on Saturday evening.</p>

<p>At that time, Kiran arrived at Prathima’s residence to urge her to hire him back. But his pleas had no effect, following which he murdered the 45-year-old woman.</p>

<p>Kiran then fled to Chamarajanagar, which is around 200 km from Bengaluru, NDTV reported.</p>

<h2><strong>Kiran was having financial troubles&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>An officer&nbsp;close to the investigation told News18 that the driver had financial troubles, his wife was pregnant, and he was desperate to get his job back.</p>

<p>Bengaluru Police Commissioner B Dayanand told India Today, "One suspect has been taken into custody in connection with the Pratima murder case. The operation was led by DCP South (Bengaluru) and the accused was detained near the Male Mahadeshwara Hills. He (the accused) was working as a driver and he was removed from work probably 7 to 10 days back."</p>

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<p>"We have learnt that he was a contract employee and was terminated a few days ago...," he added.</p>

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<p>NDTV, quoting sources, stated that Kiran has confessed to his crime.</p>

<p>Meanwhile, Karnataka Chief Minister K Siddaramaiah has vowed justice for the murdered woman. He also assured Pratima's family that the perpetrators would be brought to justice.</p>

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After a 24-hour manhunt, the police in Bengaluru city of southern Karnataka state on Monday (Nov 6) arrested a man in connection with the murder of a senior female government official.

After a 24-hour manhunt, the police in Bengaluru city of southern Karnataka state on Monday (Nov 6) arrested a man in connection with the murder of a senior female government official. The accused has been identified as 32-year-old Kiran, who used to work as her driver. He was sacked around 10 days ago. However, it is currently unknown why was he let go. Victim Prathima KS, a 45-year-old Karnataka government officer, was found murdered inside her home by her brother on November 5. She was working as a geologist with Karnataka’s mines and geology department. The police claimed that she was strangulated, and then her throat was slit. They also did not find any valuables being stolen from her home. Kiran was sacked 10 days ago “There was no forced entry to the house and no valuables have been missing. Someone known to her has entered the house and killed her,” a senior police officer was quoted as saying by The Indian Express. She was living in an independent house. An initial probe revealed that she had returned home from work on Saturday evening. At that time, Kiran arrived at Prathima’s residence to urge her to hire him back. But his pleas had no effect, following which he murdered the 45-year-old woman. Kiran then fled to Chamarajanagar, which is around 200 km from Bengaluru, NDTV reported. Kiran was having financial troubles An officer close to the investigation told News18 that the driver had financial troubles, his wife was pregnant, and he was desperate to get his job back. Bengaluru Police Commissioner B Dayanand told India Today, "One suspect has been taken into custody in connection with the Pratima murder case. The operation was led by DCP South (Bengaluru) and the accused was detained near the Male Mahadeshwara Hills. He (the accused) was working as a driver and he was removed from work probably 7 to 10 days back." Also read | Delhi to reintroduce odd-even scheme to combat severe levels of pollution "We have learnt that he was a contract employee and was terminated a few days ago...," he added. Also read | India blocks 22 illegal betting apps and websites amidst political chaos in poll-bound state NDTV, quoting sources, stated that Kiran has confessed to his crime. Meanwhile, Karnataka Chief Minister K Siddaramaiah has vowed justice for the murdered woman. He also assured Pratima's family that the perpetrators would be brought to justice. (With inputs from agencies)

Former driver arrested for murdering senior Karnataka govt official

<p>Fakhar Zaman’s unbeaten 126 off 81 balls was enough for Pakistan to stay ahead of the DLS par-score, as they beat New Zealand by 21 runs&nbsp;on Saturday, keeping themselves alive in the World Cup semis race. Captain Babar Azam also remained not out on 66 off 63 balls but felt had Fakhar stood his ground in case of a full chase, Pakistan would have even chased 450.</p>

<p>With their chances of qualifying for the top four hanging by a thin thread, Pakistan needed a statement-win against the Kiwis to press their case for the same.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Having conceded over 400 runs for the first time in this World Cup, the Men in Green was up for a gigantic run-chase and brought their A-game when needed. Out of touch in the lead-up to this CWC, Fakhar returned to form in thumping fashion, smoking 11 massive sixes and eight fours during his stay at the crease.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Such was the impact of that onslaught that even commentators and pundits called this one of the knocks of this World Cup thus far. Babar’s views were not different.</p>

<p>"My view was as long as Fakhar was there, we could even have chased 450," Babar said while speaking with Fakhar during a PCB in-house video recording.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"When he plays innings like these, we win 90% of games. After every six I said to him, 'Don't force the issue'. He said, okay but then ignored me and started hitting sixes anyway. So, I then said to him, 'Do whatever you want, just don't get out'. [It's] one of the best innings I've seen,” the Pakistan captain added.</p>

<h2>Rain was not on our mind – Babar</h2>

<p>Even after winning the toss and electing to field first, for the sole reason that rain interruption could alter equations in the second innings, Babar insisted they were prepared to chase 402 as they didn’t think of rain earlier.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"We didn't have rain in our mind at all," he said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"But the clouds came suddenly, and then we started to calculate the DLS, and we wanted to stay with it throughout. We were trying to keep wickets in hand, and I was trying to take it deep. Fakhar was utilising the short boundary while I held one end up, and we made sure we didn't let the run rate get out of control,” the ranked number one ODI batter added.</p>

<p>Meanwhile, with eight points each, New Zealand and Pakistan are alive in the race for a semis spot, considering several permutations and combinations.&nbsp;</p>

<p>New Zealand’s last league game is against Sri Lanka on Thursday in Bengaluru, while Pakistan will face the ousted England side in their final group match on November 11.</p>


Fakhar Zaman’s unbeaten 126 off 81 balls was enough for Pakistan to stay ahead of the DLS par-score, as they beat New Zealand by 21 runs on Saturday, keeping themselves alive in the World Cup semis race.

Fakhar Zaman’s unbeaten 126 off 81 balls was enough for Pakistan to stay ahead of the DLS par-score, as they beat New Zealand by 21 runs on Saturday, keeping themselves alive in the World Cup semis race. Captain Babar Azam also remained not out on 66 off 63 balls but felt had Fakhar stood his ground in case of a full chase, Pakistan would have even chased 450. With their chances of qualifying for the top four hanging by a thin thread, Pakistan needed a statement-win against the Kiwis to press their case for the same. Having conceded over 400 runs for the first time in this World Cup, the Men in Green was up for a gigantic run-chase and brought their A-game when needed. Out of touch in the lead-up to this CWC, Fakhar returned to form in thumping fashion, smoking 11 massive sixes and eight fours during his stay at the crease. ALSO READ: 'Me and Mahi are not...': Yuvraj Singh reveals his 'surprising' equation with MS Dhoni Such was the impact of that onslaught that even commentators and pundits called this one of the knocks of this World Cup thus far. Babar’s views were not different. "My view was as long as Fakhar was there, we could even have chased 450," Babar said while speaking with Fakhar during a PCB in-house video recording. "When he plays innings like these, we win 90% of games. After every six I said to him, 'Don't force the issue'. He said, okay but then ignored me and started hitting sixes anyway. So, I then said to him, 'Do whatever you want, just don't get out'. [It's] one of the best innings I've seen,” the Pakistan captain added. Rain was not on our mind – Babar Even after winning the toss and electing to field first, for the sole reason that rain interruption could alter equations in the second innings, Babar insisted they were prepared to chase 402 as they didn’t think of rain earlier. "We didn't have rain in our mind at all," he said. "But the clouds came suddenly, and then we started to calculate the DLS, and we wanted to stay with it throughout. We were trying to keep wickets in hand, and I was trying to take it deep. Fakhar was utilising the short boundary while I held one end up, and we made sure we didn't let the run rate get out of control,” the ranked number one ODI batter added. Meanwhile, with eight points each, New Zealand and Pakistan are alive in the race for a semis spot, considering several permutations and combinations. New Zealand’s last league game is against Sri Lanka on Thursday in Bengaluru, while Pakistan will face the ousted England side in their final group match on November 11.

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<p>A major fire broke out near Bengaluru's Veerbhadra Nagar on Monday (Oct 30), resulting in the complete destruction of 18 buses parked at a private depot.</p>

<p>Deputy Director of Fire Service Gurulingaiah informed India Today that the fire, which started earlier in the day, left these 18 vehicles in need of extensive repairs. To address the situation, ten fire engines were dispatched promptly to extinguish the flames. Fortunately, there have been no reported injuries or casualties thus far.</p>

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<p>"There were a lot of combustible materials...Cannot point out a reason immediately," the official told India Today.</p>

<p>There are no casualties reported and firefighting teams have already reached the spot.</p>

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<p>The origin of the fire remains undetermined, but there is suspicion that a short circuit may have been the contributing factor. Additionally, it's worth noting that a garage is situated in close proximity to the bus depot.</p>

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A major fire broke out near Bengaluru's Veerbhadra Nagar on Monday (Oct 30), resulting in the complete destruction of 18 buses parked at a private depot. Deputy Director of Fire Service Gurulingaiah informed India Today that the fire, which started earlier in the day, left these 18 vehicles in need of extensive repairs.

A major fire broke out near Bengaluru's Veerbhadra Nagar on Monday (Oct 30), resulting in the complete destruction of 18 buses parked at a private depot. Deputy Director of Fire Service Gurulingaiah informed India Today that the fire, which started earlier in the day, left these 18 vehicles in need of extensive repairs. To address the situation, ten fire engines were dispatched promptly to extinguish the flames. Fortunately, there have been no reported injuries or casualties thus far. Disclaimer: WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos shared on social media #fire in Bus depot. #Bengaluru pic.twitter.com/OY3JmP0Su2 — Ashok Varma (@AshokVarmaAA) October 30, 2023 × "There were a lot of combustible materials...Cannot point out a reason immediately," the official told India Today. There are no casualties reported and firefighting teams have already reached the spot. Also read | Leopard seen roaming near Bengaluru's MS Dhoni international school, high alert in area The origin of the fire remains undetermined, but there is suspicion that a short circuit may have been the contributing factor. Additionally, it's worth noting that a garage is situated in close proximity to the bus depot. WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

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<p>Bengaluru's Whitefield residents&nbsp;received a cautionary note&nbsp;to stay indoors after a leopard was seen near MS Dhoni International School in the area on Sunday (Oct 29). The school took the initiative to email parents, asking them to take necessary safety measures for their children.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"It has come to our attention that a leopard was spotted in the vicinity of Singasandra area, but according to the latest update, it has moved far away and was spotted near GB Palya and the forest department is in pursuit of capturing the leopard. We have implemented additional safety measures within the school premises," the letter read.</p>

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<p>A combined effort of forest officials and the police was put into action to conduct a search operation in order to locate the leopard.&nbsp;</p>

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<h2><strong>CCTV footage says same leopard spotted at multiple locations</strong></h2>

<p>It is suspected that the same&nbsp;leopard was spotted in the Singasandra area of Bengaluru on Saturday (Oct 28), causing concern among residents and leading forest officials to increase surveillance.</p>

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<p>Leopards have been previously spotted in residential localities near Electronic City, Bengaluru South, Kengeri, and Devanahalli. In January, Bangalore University issued a notice advising its staff and students residing on campus to restrict nighttime activities as a precaution following a leopard sighting on the university grounds.</p>

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Bengaluru's Whitefield residents received a cautionary note to stay indoors after a leopard was seen near MS Dhoni International School in the area on Sunday (Oct 29).

Bengaluru's Whitefield residents received a cautionary note to stay indoors after a leopard was seen near MS Dhoni International School in the area on Sunday (Oct 29). The school took the initiative to email parents, asking them to take necessary safety measures for their children. "It has come to our attention that a leopard was spotted in the vicinity of Singasandra area, but according to the latest update, it has moved far away and was spotted near GB Palya and the forest department is in pursuit of capturing the leopard. We have implemented additional safety measures within the school premises," the letter read. "Our security team is on high alert and will be closely monitoring the area. We kindly request your cooperation in reinforcing safety measures with your children," the letter further stated. Watch the video here: Disclaimer: WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos shared on social media Leopard captured in CCTV inside Cadenza Kudlu gate, bengaluru on Saturday Early Hours.#Karnataka #Bengaluru #Bangalore#leopard #singasandra #dhonischool #Whitefield #wildlife #kannadanews #kudlugate #kudlu #electroniccity #news #NammaBengaluru pic.twitter.com/eFfSrUh10q — D (@DomainMint) October 30, 2023 × A combined effort of forest officials and the police was put into action to conduct a search operation in order to locate the leopard. Also read | Top Chinese pharmaceutical companies use parts of endangered animals as ingredients: Report CCTV footage says same leopard spotted at multiple locations It is suspected that the same leopard was spotted in the Singasandra area of Bengaluru on Saturday (Oct 28), causing concern among residents and leading forest officials to increase surveillance. 🚨 Leopard spotted wandering around in Whitefield, Bengaluru. Stay cautious. pic.twitter.com/ELDPXGzFKs — Indian Tech & Infra (@IndianTechGuide) October 30, 2023 × Leopards have been previously spotted in residential localities near Electronic City, Bengaluru South, Kengeri, and Devanahalli. In January, Bangalore University issued a notice advising its staff and students residing on campus to restrict nighttime activities as a precaution following a leopard sighting on the university grounds. WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

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Australia meet Pakistan in a game neither team can afford to lose. 1992 Champions Pakistan are coming off a disappointing loss to India last Saturday while Australia finally got a win under their belt after beating Sri Lanka. Pakistan have also battled a viral bug that left many players under the weather while record five-time champions Australia need their premier batters David Warner and Steven Smith to score big runs. 1996 World Cup-winning coach and former Australian Test cricketer Dav Whatmore sets up the match in Bengaluru with Sports Editor Digvijay Singh Deo.

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<p>A massive blaze engulfed a cafe in a multi-story building in Bengaluru in the Indian state of Karnataka on Wednesday (Oct 18), local media reports said adding that amid the chaos a man jumped off the building's top floor to save himself from being trapped.</p>

<p>The incident reportedly took place in Bengaluru's Koramangala neighbourhood on the fourth floor of a bustling commercial building that housed the 'Mud Pipe Cafe,' a fitness centre, and a car showroom.</p>

<p>Two individuals, including the man who made the daring escape, suffered severe injuries.</p>

<p>Around noon, the 'Mud Pipe Cafe' became a scene of chaos as a fire, which was apparently started here, was fuelled by several stored LPG cylinders.</p>

<p>A fleet of eight fire tenders raced to the scene to battle the flames. The efforts succeeded in gaining control over the fire, averting an even bigger mishap.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Explosive sounds&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>Residents in the vicinity reported hearing blast-like sounds, a fire officer told PTI news agency.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>"We had sent eight fire tenders to the spot and our senior officers were there. The fire has been extinguished. Two people have suffered major injuries,” the officer added.</p>

<p>The residents, after witnessing huge plumes of smoke billowing out of the building, promptly spurred into action and informed the police and fire brigade about the incident.</p>

<p>There was a deployment of eight fire tenders and senior officers also rushed to the scene. Thanks to the rapid response, the fire was extinguished.</p>

<p>Two individuals who suffered major injuries in the process are currently receiving treatment.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Social media witnesses chaos</strong></h2>

<p>Several videos of the incident have surfaced on social media, showcasing thick billowing smoke engulfing the building.</p>

<p>One video, in particular, highlighted the harrowing moment when a man chose to leap from the building's top floor.</p>

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<p>The police reportedly disclosed that a young man, trapped amidst the flames, leaped from the fourth floor in a desperate bid to escape the fire.</p>

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<p>Astonishingly enough, the man survived the daring fall and is currently undergoing medical treatment.</p>

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A massive blaze engulfed a cafe in a multi-story building in Bengaluru in the Indian state of Karnataka on Wednesday (Oct 18), local media reports said adding that amid the chaos a man jumped off the building's top floor to save himself from being trapped.

A massive blaze engulfed a cafe in a multi-story building in Bengaluru in the Indian state of Karnataka on Wednesday (Oct 18), local media reports said adding that amid the chaos a man jumped off the building's top floor to save himself from being trapped. The incident reportedly took place in Bengaluru's Koramangala neighbourhood on the fourth floor of a bustling commercial building that housed the 'Mud Pipe Cafe,' a fitness centre, and a car showroom. Two individuals, including the man who made the daring escape, suffered severe injuries. Around noon, the 'Mud Pipe Cafe' became a scene of chaos as a fire, which was apparently started here, was fuelled by several stored LPG cylinders. A fleet of eight fire tenders raced to the scene to battle the flames. The efforts succeeded in gaining control over the fire, averting an even bigger mishap. Explosive sounds Residents in the vicinity reported hearing blast-like sounds, a fire officer told PTI news agency. Also Read | IIT-Kharagpur fourth-year student's suspected suicide shocks campus, probe on "We had sent eight fire tenders to the spot and our senior officers were there. The fire has been extinguished. Two people have suffered major injuries,” the officer added. The residents, after witnessing huge plumes of smoke billowing out of the building, promptly spurred into action and informed the police and fire brigade about the incident. There was a deployment of eight fire tenders and senior officers also rushed to the scene. Thanks to the rapid response, the fire was extinguished. Two individuals who suffered major injuries in the process are currently receiving treatment. Social media witnesses chaos Several videos of the incident have surfaced on social media, showcasing thick billowing smoke engulfing the building. One video, in particular, highlighted the harrowing moment when a man chose to leap from the building's top floor. Also Read | Soumya Vishwanathan Case: Murder of TV journalist that shocked Delhi 15 years ago; Here's all you need to know The police reportedly disclosed that a young man, trapped amidst the flames, leaped from the fourth floor in a desperate bid to escape the fire. Fire erupts in Mudpipe, a #Bengaluru pub on the 4th floor of the building in Tavarekere, near BTM Layout 1st Stage. One person jumped off(as seen in the 2nd video), sustained injuries & has been hospitalized pic.twitter.com/txg31AM8SS — Karnataka Weather (@Bnglrweatherman) October 18, 2023 × Astonishingly enough, the man survived the daring fall and is currently undergoing medical treatment. Watch | Kashmir valley coming out of the clutches of unrest & terrorism × In addition to alerting the police and the fire brigade, members of the local community reportedly rushed to assist in the rescue operations as well. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. ×

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Known as the Silicon Valley of India, one would expect Bengaluru's cyber security to be top notch, however, that is not the case. According to the cyber crime department, the city's residents lost around Rs 460 crore to cyber fraud.

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Carpooling is quite common in metropolitan cities. India's Bengaluru, however, would no longer be able to avail this service. The Karnataka government announced that carpooling in Bengaluru is banned. But why?

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<p>The row over the sharing of Cauvery river water between southern Indian states of Karnataka and Tamil Nadu has spilled into the streets of Karnataka’s Bengaluru city where local organisations called for a total shutdown on Friday (Sep 29).</p>

<p>The shutdown took effect at 6 am local time and will be observed till 6 in the evening.</p>

<p>Many grocery shops and other non-essential stores have been closed in support of the agitation, while essential services like hospitals, ambulances, and pharmacies were operational.</p>

<h2><strong>Protest call gets massive support</strong></h2>

<p>The protest also got support from the Kannada film industry and the Auto Rickshaw Drivers Union and cab aggregators like Ola and Uber drivers.</p>

<p>The city’s metro rail system and the state-run bus services will continue to operate as usual and the authorities have tightened&nbsp;security at key locations.</p>

<p>Flight operations will remain as usual, said an advisory from Kempegowda International Airport .</p>

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<p>"Due to one day Karnataka bandh called by various unions and organisations on September 29, 2023, we anticipate a disruption in transport services. Passengers are advised to plan their travel to and from the airport accordingly. Passengers are requested to follow alerts from respective airlines, law enforcement agencies and media releases for further updates," the airport authority&nbsp;said in a statement.</p>

<p>Theatres across the State have cancelled shows till evening, with the Karnataka Film Exhibitors Association also backing the protest call.</p>

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<p>Most of the companies in the city have asked their employees to work from home. Key market areas in Bengaluru such as Chikpet, Balepet and adjoining business areas wore a deserted look.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>50 arrested till now</strong></h2>

<p>Bengaluru Deputy Commissioner Dayananda KA announced a holiday for all schools and colleges in Bengaluru.</p>

<p>Meanwhile, 50 people associated with the pro-Kannada outfits have been arrested across the state.</p>

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<p>“We have made proper arrangements as a bandh has been called by several pro-Kannada organisations. More than 50 people from the organisations have been taken into custody... We have sufficient staff and we will make sure nothing goes wrong," Additional Superintendent of Police of Bengaluru Rural Mallikarjun Baladandi told news agency ANI.</p>

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Comedian Trevor Noah's Indian fans were in for disappointment after he cancelled his show in Bengaluru minutes before it was about to begin. Noah informed the fans that he would have to cancel the show because of bad acoustics and that it would have been impossible to go ahead.

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Comedian Trevor Noah's Bengaluru show ended up being a 'comedy of errors'. The event was plagued by traffic snarls & technical glitches. This forced the comedian to cancel the show last minute. Priyanka Sharma brings you a report.

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The southern Indian state of Karnataka has witnessed protests against the sharing of the Kaveri River water with neighbouring Tamil Nadu. The dawn-to-dusk shutdown which evoked partial response was called by various former leaders and other organizations in the state. Schools and colleges were shut in Bengaluru the capital of Karnataka.

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<p>A man has been arrested in the southern Indian city of Bengaluru for bludgeoning&nbsp;his live-in partner to death with a pressure cooker on Saturday (August 26).&nbsp;The Bengaluru Police said the man suspected her of&nbsp;cheating on him.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The accused has been identified as&nbsp;Vaishnav, an engineering graduate, hailing from&nbsp;Kollam, a city in the southern Indian state of Kerala. Meanwhile, the victim, 24-year-old Devi was from&nbsp;Thiruvananthapuram.</p>

<p>They both studied together in college and worked alongside in the sales and marketing sector.&nbsp;Having known each other for several years, they had been living together for the past two years at a rented apartment in the MICO Layout, informed police.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Police confirmed that the accused admitted to having been irked by his partner growing close to another man, which led to the cold-blooded murder. Neighbours said the couple fought regularly but none of them had filed a police complaint against each other.</p>

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<p>According to reports, as the couple's differences widened, Devi's sister Krishna counselled the two at her residence on Saturday. However, upon returning home, another argument flared up between Devi and Vaishnav. As the fight escalated, Vaishnav,&nbsp;in a fit of rage, grabbed a pressure cooker and smashed Devi's head multiple times, leading to an instant death, the police said.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Vaishnav had some doubts about the deceased, and they fought over it. On Sunday, this happened again, and he hit the woman with a cooker," CK Baba, senior police officer of South Bengaluru, was quoted as saying by news agency ANI.</p>

<h2><strong>Infidelity and murder&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>This is not the first instance when doubt regarding a partner's fidelity has led to murder in an Indian state.&nbsp;Earlier this month,&nbsp;a 37-year-old man in Lucknow, a city in the northern Indian state of Uttar Pradesh, strangled his wife of 15 years to death in front of their two children inside his SUV.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-man-strangulates-wife-in-front-of-kids-was-jealous-of-her-instagram-followers-625215"><strong>Also read |&nbsp;India: Man strangulates wife in front of kids, was jealous of her Instagram followers</strong></a></p>

<p>The motive appears to be his deep-seated inferiority complex, stemming from his wife's substantial Instagram following.&nbsp;The accused believed that some of her wife's social media followers would visit their home in his absence. During the interrogation, the man told the police that he suspected his wife's fidelity and hence killed her.</p>

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A man has been arrested in the southern Indian city of Bengaluru for bludgeoning his live-in partner to death with a pressure cooker on Saturday (August 26). The Bengaluru Police said the man suspected her of cheating on him.

A man has been arrested in the southern Indian city of Bengaluru for bludgeoning his live-in partner to death with a pressure cooker on Saturday (August 26). The Bengaluru Police said the man suspected her of cheating on him. The accused has been identified as Vaishnav, an engineering graduate, hailing from Kollam, a city in the southern Indian state of Kerala. Meanwhile, the victim, 24-year-old Devi was from Thiruvananthapuram. They both studied together in college and worked alongside in the sales and marketing sector. Having known each other for several years, they had been living together for the past two years at a rented apartment in the MICO Layout, informed police. Police confirmed that the accused admitted to having been irked by his partner growing close to another man, which led to the cold-blooded murder. Neighbours said the couple fought regularly but none of them had filed a police complaint against each other. WATCH | Delhi murder case: 20-yr-old accused Sahil arrested, murder weapon yet to be recovered According to reports, as the couple's differences widened, Devi's sister Krishna counselled the two at her residence on Saturday. However, upon returning home, another argument flared up between Devi and Vaishnav. As the fight escalated, Vaishnav, in a fit of rage, grabbed a pressure cooker and smashed Devi's head multiple times, leading to an instant death, the police said. "Vaishnav had some doubts about the deceased, and they fought over it. On Sunday, this happened again, and he hit the woman with a cooker," CK Baba, senior police officer of South Bengaluru, was quoted as saying by news agency ANI. Infidelity and murder This is not the first instance when doubt regarding a partner's fidelity has led to murder in an Indian state. Earlier this month, a 37-year-old man in Lucknow, a city in the northern Indian state of Uttar Pradesh, strangled his wife of 15 years to death in front of their two children inside his SUV. Also read | India: Man strangulates wife in front of kids, was jealous of her Instagram followers The motive appears to be his deep-seated inferiority complex, stemming from his wife's substantial Instagram following. The accused believed that some of her wife's social media followers would visit their home in his absence. During the interrogation, the man told the police that he suspected his wife's fidelity and hence killed her. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

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<p>As the minister who is directly in charge of crucial portfolios including Space and Atomic energy, among others, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi would be visiting ISRO’s Telemetry, Tracking and Command Network (ISTRAC) facility in Bengaluru.&nbsp;</p>

<p>He is expected to depart for the Indian city, directly after completing his official visit to Greece. His first stop would be the ISTRAC facility, from where the entire mission operations (post-launch until landing and beyond) of Chandrayaan-3 are being carried out. His visit to ISTRAC is in line with what he had assured the team of scientists, during his video address to them, shortly after the soft landing on lunar south pole.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Notably, PM Modi had been present at ISTRAC, during the Lunar landing attempt of Chandrayaan-2, in September 2019. After the mission could not make a soft landing, the PM addressed the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) team. Back in September 2014, when India’s Mars Orbiter Mission entered Martian orbit, PM Modi witnessed the event at ISTRAC and congratulated the scientists.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>ALSO READ |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/chandrayaan-3-scripts-new-chapter-pm-modi-about-successful-launch-of-indias-third-lunar-mission-615607">‘Chandrayaan-3 scripts new chapter’: PM Modi about successful launch of India’s third lunar mission</a></strong></p>

<p>While the Chandrayaan-3 orbiter and rover are functioning normally and the science experiments are being carried out, not many post-landing pictures of the lander and rover have been officially shared by ISRO.&nbsp;</p>

<p>So far, ISRO has shared videos of the Vikram Lander’s downward view, as the craft flew over the Lunar surface, making a landing approach. The Indian space agency had also shared images of the lander’s legs firmly on the lunar surface and also a video of the Pragyan rover rolling down its ramp and travelling a few inches.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Expectations are high that the Indian government-run space agency will share exciting new pictures and videos of the Chandrayaan-3 lander and rover, once the Prime Minister arrives at ISTRAC. Most awaited are the pictures and videos of the lander standing tall and upright, as captured by the 26-kg&nbsp;rover from afar and vice versa.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>ALSO READ |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/chandrayaan-3-pm-modi-to-join-virtually-from-south-africa-as-india-attempts-moon-landing-628152">Chandrayaan-3: PM Modi to join virtually from South Africa as India attempts moon landing</a></strong></p>

<p>It is also expected that there would be videos and pictures of the rover literally making India’s mark on the moon. The rover wheels are said to have been embossed with the Indian National Emblem, which is an adaptation of the Lion Capital of Emperor Ashoka at Sarnath and the iconic ISRO logo.</p>

<p>Following the meet and greet at ISTRAC, starting around 6:00 am (local time) on Saturday (August 26), and his address to team ISRO, the Prime Minister is expected to address a public meeting in Bengaluru city, following which he will depart&nbsp;for New Delhi.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In his address to ISRO after the successful soft-landing of the Chandrayaan-3 craft, the PM made a mention of ISRO’s upcoming and planned missions – Gaganyaan (sending Indian astronauts to Low Earth orbit and returning them safely), Robotic Spacecraft mission to Venus (Shukrayaan) and even the second Mars Mission (perhaps, a landing mission). Meanwhile, fresh from the Chandrayaan-3 moon mission success, India’s maiden mission to study the sun, Aditya-L1, is being prepared for launch on a PSLV rocket, in the first week of September 2023.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>ALSO READ |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/indias-modi-out-of-this-world-pm-brazils-lula-read-south-african-paper-on-chandrayaan-3-628902">‘India's Modi out of this world’: PM, Brazil’s Lula read South African paper on Chandrayaan-3</a></strong></p>

<p>“The preparation for Aditya-L1 is going on really well. At the Satish Dhawan Space Centre, final checks are being carried out on the spacecraft and the PSLV rocket (mission number C57) for this mission is being assembled,” A. Rajarajan, the director of the spaceport, told WION.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Speaking to WION after the successful landing of Chandrayaan-3, he said that the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/moon-mission-successful-indias-sun-mission-aditya-l1-to-be-launched-in-2-weeks-628856">Aditya-L1 mission</a> is to be launched in the first week of September. So far, the Indian space agency has launched six missions in the year 2023. While four of these missions were for India’s own national and scientific purposes, two of them have been missions for foreign customers. ISRO has had a great year with successes in all launch missions.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>ALSO READ |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-is-on-the-moon-isro-chief-s-somanath-celebrates-chandrayaan-3s-triumph-on-lunar-landing-628420">‘India is on the moon’: ISRO chief S Somanath celebrates Chandrayaan-3's triumph on lunar landing</a></strong></p>

<p>Aditya-L1 is the first observatory-class space-based solar mission from India. The spacecraft is to be placed in a halo orbit around the first Lagrange point, L1, of the Sun-Earth system. A satellite around the L1 point has the major advantage of continuously viewing the Sun without occultation/eclipses. This position provides a greater advantage of observing solar activities continuously.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Aditya-L1 carries seven payloads to observe the photosphere, chromosphere, and the outermost layers of the Sun (the corona) using electromagnetic and particle detectors. According to ISRO, Four payloads on Aditya-L1 directly view the Sun from the unique vantage point of L1, and the remaining three payloads carry out in-situ studies of particles and fields at the Lagrange point L1.<br />
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As the minister who is directly in charge of crucial portfolios including Space and Atomic energy, among others, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi would be visiting ISRO’s Telemetry, Tracking and Command Network (ISTRAC) facility in Bengaluru.

As the minister who is directly in charge of crucial portfolios including Space and Atomic energy, among others, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi would be visiting ISRO’s Telemetry, Tracking and Command Network (ISTRAC) facility in Bengaluru. He is expected to depart for the Indian city, directly after completing his official visit to Greece. His first stop would be the ISTRAC facility, from where the entire mission operations (post-launch until landing and beyond) of Chandrayaan-3 are being carried out. His visit to ISTRAC is in line with what he had assured the team of scientists, during his video address to them, shortly after the soft landing on lunar south pole. Notably, PM Modi had been present at ISTRAC, during the Lunar landing attempt of Chandrayaan-2, in September 2019. After the mission could not make a soft landing, the PM addressed the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) team. Back in September 2014, when India’s Mars Orbiter Mission entered Martian orbit, PM Modi witnessed the event at ISTRAC and congratulated the scientists. ALSO READ | ‘Chandrayaan-3 scripts new chapter’: PM Modi about successful launch of India’s third lunar mission While the Chandrayaan-3 orbiter and rover are functioning normally and the science experiments are being carried out, not many post-landing pictures of the lander and rover have been officially shared by ISRO. So far, ISRO has shared videos of the Vikram Lander’s downward view, as the craft flew over the Lunar surface, making a landing approach. The Indian space agency had also shared images of the lander’s legs firmly on the lunar surface and also a video of the Pragyan rover rolling down its ramp and travelling a few inches. Expectations are high that the Indian government-run space agency will share exciting new pictures and videos of the Chandrayaan-3 lander and rover, once the Prime Minister arrives at ISTRAC. Most awaited are the pictures and videos of the lander standing tall and upright, as captured by the 26-kg rover from afar and vice versa. ALSO READ | Chandrayaan-3: PM Modi to join virtually from South Africa as India attempts moon landing It is also expected that there would be videos and pictures of the rover literally making India’s mark on the moon. The rover wheels are said to have been embossed with the Indian National Emblem, which is an adaptation of the Lion Capital of Emperor Ashoka at Sarnath and the iconic ISRO logo. Following the meet and greet at ISTRAC, starting around 6:00 am (local time) on Saturday (August 26), and his address to team ISRO, the Prime Minister is expected to address a public meeting in Bengaluru city, following which he will depart for New Delhi. In his address to ISRO after the successful soft-landing of the Chandrayaan-3 craft, the PM made a mention of ISRO’s upcoming and planned missions – Gaganyaan (sending Indian astronauts to Low Earth orbit and returning them safely), Robotic Spacecraft mission to Venus (Shukrayaan) and even the second Mars Mission (perhaps, a landing mission). Meanwhile, fresh from the Chandrayaan-3 moon mission success, India’s maiden mission to study the sun, Aditya-L1, is being prepared for launch on a PSLV rocket, in the first week of September 2023. ALSO READ | ‘India's Modi out of this world’: PM, Brazil’s Lula read South African paper on Chandrayaan-3 “The preparation for Aditya-L1 is going on really well. At the Satish Dhawan Space Centre, final checks are being carried out on the spacecraft and the PSLV rocket (mission number C57) for this mission is being assembled,” A. Rajarajan, the director of the spaceport, told WION. Speaking to WION after the successful landing of Chandrayaan-3, he said that the Aditya-L1 mission is to be launched in the first week of September. So far, the Indian space agency has launched six missions in the year 2023. While four of these missions were for India’s own national and scientific purposes, two of them have been missions for foreign customers. ISRO has had a great year with successes in all launch missions. ALSO READ | ‘India is on the moon’: ISRO chief S Somanath celebrates Chandrayaan-3's triumph on lunar landing Aditya-L1 is the first observatory-class space-based solar mission from India. The spacecraft is to be placed in a halo orbit around the first Lagrange point, L1, of the Sun-Earth system. A satellite around the L1 point has the major advantage of continuously viewing the Sun without occultation/eclipses. This position provides a greater advantage of observing solar activities continuously. Aditya-L1 carries seven payloads to observe the photosphere, chromosphere, and the outermost layers of the Sun (the corona) using electromagnetic and particle detectors. According to ISRO, Four payloads on Aditya-L1 directly view the Sun from the unique vantage point of L1, and the remaining three payloads carry out in-situ studies of particles and fields at the Lagrange point L1. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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