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• newFormer Karnataka minister Manohar Tahsildar passes away at 80
  Veteran BJP leader and former Karnataka minister Manohar Tahsildar passed away in Bengaluru at 80 after a prolonged illness. Tahsildar, a four-time MLA from Hangal, had a long political career, serving in both Congress and JD(S) before joining BJP. He also held the position of Deputy Speaker in the Assembly. Political leaders across party lines expressed condolences on his demise.
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• newKarnataka Lokayukta conducts multiple raids in state
  The Karnataka Lokayukta, the state's anti-corruption agency, conducted raids at approximately 25 locations across Kolar, Bengaluru City, and Mandya districts. The raids targeted officials suspected of corruption, including those in the Department of Mines and Geology, Kaveri Neeravai Nigama, and the Excise Department. This action follows similar raids executed in July involving numerous officials across six districts.
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• newGlobal tech leaders praise India's passion for transformation
  Global tech leaders at GHCI 24 praised the Indian tech community's drive for growth and transformation. Brenda Darden Wilkerson highlighted their hunger for progress, while Bo Young Lee emphasized their passion and desire for change.
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• newTreatment, lab charges hiked 20% in govt medical college hospitals in Karnataka
  Medical treatment and diagnostic tests in Karnataka's government medical colleges just got pricier. Hospitals under the Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute, along with other state institutions, raised prices by 20% to cover rising costs. While officials say the increase is marginal and won't affect the poor, ward charges and various tests are impacted.
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• new'He doesn’t know Kannada': Karnataka education minister Madhu Bangarappa loses cool, orders action against student
  During a virtual interaction for a new education program, Karnataka's Education Minister, Madhu Bangarappa, became enraged when a student seemingly remarked on his limited Kannada proficiency. Bangarappa demanded action against the student, sparking criticism from the BJP who accused him of being undemocratic and unable to handle criticism.
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• newWidow of armyman who died in J&K loses hands in hair dryer blast in Karnataka
  A woman in Ilkal, India, lost her palms and fingers when a hair dryer she was holding exploded. The hair dryer was part of a courier package that was addressed to her neighbor. The neighbor had asked the victim to collect the package on her behalf.
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• newYouth sentenced to 5-yr imprisonment for sexually harassing 10-yr-old
  
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• newBizman, toddler-son killed after car rams truck on foggy morning
  
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• newCommercial use of pvt cars may draw suspension of RCs
  
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• newHosp staffer steals probes for friend’s cancer treatment, held
  
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• newA lone wolf, this daylight burglar faces 100 cases, 30 warrants & 20 notices
  A man arrested for a house burglary in Karwar turned out to be a seasoned thief with over 100 cases in Bengaluru and more in Goa and Punjab. Sameer Sharma, operating solo, targeted homes during the day, scouting for unlocked windows and doors. His motive stemmed from a desire for greater income than his electronics shop provided.
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• newWhy build skydeck? Repair bad roads in Bengaluru instead: Citizens
  The BBMP's proposal for a 250-meter skydeck in Hemmigepura, Bengaluru, has sparked mixed reactions. While some residents welcome the project, a majority oppose it, urging the civic body to prioritize basic amenities like road repairs and garbage management over the ambitious skydeck.
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• newHimalayan wildlife to historical Hampi: Students explore pristine ecosystem at fest
  A new festival by Azim Premji University showcased the diverse ecology of the Himalayas and beyond, captivating Bengaluru school children. Through models, installations, and interactive exhibits, the festival highlighted the beauty and fragility of mountain ecosystems, prompting reflection on climate change and its impact on local communities.
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• newMinibus driver jailed for fatal road accident
  
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• newScale up free CET, NEET coaching: Pupils
  
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• newB’lore Medical College to securemen’s hostel with biometric system
  
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• newProtest over caste bias against IIMB faculty
  
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• newBattery burst caused fire at Bengaluru's EV showroom, say bereaved kin; owner and manager held
  A 26-year-old woman died in a fire at an electric vehicle showroom in Bengaluru, India. Police arrested the showroom owner and manager for negligence, as initial investigations suggest a short circuit during battery charging may have caused the fire. The victim's family alleges the fire started from a battery explosion and are demanding accountability from the company.
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• newAAA credit rating for BIAL (SPIKED)
  
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• newFactionalism deepens as Vijayendra loyalists seek to stop Yatnal’s tour
  
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