'Govt firm on Metro extension to Tumakuru city': K'taka Minister hits out at Tejasvi Surya

'Govt firm on Metro extension to Tumakuru city': K'taka Minister hits out at Tejasvi Surya

It can be recalled that the Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Ltd. (BMRCL) had recently invited tenders for preparing the DPR for the proposed 59.6-kilometre metro corridor between Madavara and Tumakuru -- a decision criticised by BJP MP Tejasvi Surya, who said the government should instead prioritise the long-pending suburban rail project to improve connectivity to Tumakuru. Nov 18, 2025
Mumbai Police detain three linked to Delhi blast accused

Mumbai Police detain three linked to Delhi blast accused

Earlier on Monday, sources said that investigators have found encrypted conversations and the movement of weapons has revealed a tightly organised inner circle within the terror module linked to Dr Umar Muhammad, the driver of the i20 car that exploded near Delhi's Red Fort, killing at least 13 and injuring over a dozen people. Nov 18, 2025
Mumbai Police issues high alert in city following Delhi blast

Mumbai Police issues high alert in city following Delhi blast

A senior Mumbai Police official stated that terrorism has become one of the most serious threats faced by major cities in the country. He emphasised that the threat to metropolitan areas is now being taken extremely seriously, and every possible precaution is being prioritised to ensure public safety. Nov 18, 2025
Delhi blast: ED searches over 25 locations linked to Al-Falah group

Delhi blast: ED searches over 25 locations linked to Al-Falah group

The searches are part of an ongoing investigation into suspected financial irregularities, the use of shell companies, accommodation entities, and money laundering. The role of the Al-Falah Trust and its associated organisations is also under investigation. Key personnel responsible for finance and administration have been covered during the operation. Nov 18, 2025
Local body polls: K'taka HC issues notice to Siddaramaiah govt over reservation issue

Local body polls: K'taka HC issues notice to Siddaramaiah govt over reservation issue

The State Election Commission, in its petition, has requested the court to direct the state government to immediately issue the final reservation notifications for the posts of president and vice president in all 187 urban local bodies and also pleaded to ensure issuing of the final reservation notifications for the wards, as required under Section 42(2-a) of the Karnataka Municipalities Act, 1964. Nov 17, 2025
K'taka Dy CM Shivakumar

K'taka Dy CM Shivakumar rejects reshuffle talk, says leaders survive only if party does

Speaking to reporters in Delhi, Shivakumar, when asked about his meeting with party President Mallikarjun Kharge, said, "It is natural for any State President to meet the National President. There is nothing special about it. The meeting was about party matters. There were issues concerning office inauguration, trusts and other matters." Nov 17, 2025
V-P Radhakrishnan highlights CAG's global standing as external auditor for WHO & ILO

V-P Radhakrishnan highlights CAG's global standing as external auditor for WHO & ILO

Addressing the fifth Audit Diwas celebrations here, the Vice-President also mentioned that currently CAG chairs the Asian Organisation of Supreme Audit Institutions (ASOSAI) and the International Organisation of Supreme Audit Institutions (INTOSAI) Committee, including the Working Group on IT Audit, positioning Bharat as a global leader in auditing standards. Nov 16, 2025
The manner in which India conducts polls, strengthens democracy, also helps us: South Africa envoy

The manner in which India conducts polls, strengthens democracy, also helps us: South Africa envoy

Sooklal praised "vibrant democracy" India for conducting the elections in an "orderly manner" and stressed that "inclusivity" is the "most important thing in the world" currently. He also spoke about a series of issues related to the India-South Africa bilateral ties, the upcoming G20 Leaders' Summit, which is being chaired by South Africa, Prime Minister Narendra Modi's role in strengthening the Global South, trade, technology and security, etc. Nov 16, 2025
UPI transactions surge 114 pc in 8 fiscals, digital payments up 41 pc: Minister

India seen as global digital powerhouse: Govt official

Addressing an event organised by the Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs (IICA), Special DG, BISAG-N, Ministry of Electronics and IT, Vinay Thakur, placed special focus on the scale, strength, and evolution of India's Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) – considered one of the most advanced in the world. Nov 16, 2025