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Karnataka Today newsletter: NIA arrests suspects in Rameshwaram Cafe blast in Kolkata, and more
In a significant breakthrough, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) arrested the alleged bomber and chief conspirator of The Rameshwaram Cafe blast in Bengaluru. The duo were arrested near Kolkata, West Bengal on April 12, according to the NIA.
The arrested persons are Abdul Matheen Ahmed Taahaa, 30, the alleged chief conspirator, and Mussavir Hussain Shazib, 30, the alleged bomber. The restaurant in Brookfield, Bengaluru was targeted on March 1, causing injuries to nine persons.
Former deputy CM and senior BJP leader K.S. Eshwarappa submitted his nomination papers as an independent candidate in Shivamogga Lok Sabha constituency on April 12. He has declared assets of over ₹26.63 crore, 4 times what he declared in 2018, in his affidavit.
Mr. Eshwarappa and his supporters have been campaigning under the banner of Rashtrabhaktara Balaga (team of patriots). The former deputy CM has been using the photo of Prime Minister Narendra Modi in his campaign, to which BJP leaders have objected.
Devotees and well-wishers of Udupi Paryaya Puttige mutt seer Sugunendra Tirtha have made elaborate plans to celebrate the golden jubilee of the seer’s sanyasashrama (embracing asceticism), in Udupi on April 14.
Sri Sugunendra was initiated into sanyasa at the age of 12 by the then Puttige mutt seer Sri Sujnanendra Tirtha, on April 8, 1974. The seer studied Vedas and the Shastras under Sri Vidyamanya Tirtha swami of Palimar mutt for 12 years.
A group of people allegedly attacked Vijay Kumar Sharma, a BJP worker, and ransacked his office in Hassan on April 12. Vijay Kumar and his friend Pramod suffered injuries. Differences among various factions within the BJP are believed to be the reason for the attack.
Agriculture Ministry reviews unseasonal rains' impact, assesses farm losses, and discusses relief measures for affected farmers.
Premium petrol prices rise by ₹2 per litre, but government claims no impact on the common man amidst global oil tensions.
Kum. Veerabhadrappa’s acclaimed novel Aramane has been adapted into a television serial. Kannada channel DD Chandana (Doordarshan) has launched the serial with the same name. National Award-winning filmmaker Mansore is the director behind the project,
Diya Chitale and Manav Thakkar reach semifinals, while Yashaswini Ghorpade upsets top seed Sreeja Akula at National TT Championships.
DYFI criticizes A.P.'s job calendar for failing unemployed youth, demanding a revision to include 1 lakh posts and higher age limits.
‘Lethargic’ officials who left Chambal sanctuary to the mercy of sand miners will be held liable: SC
Supreme Court holds negligent officials accountable for enabling illegal sand mining in Chambal Sanctuary, emphasizing habitat protection laws.
Work on the Srisailam Left Bank Canal tunnel resumes after 13 months, with completion targeted by 2027-end, says Minister Reddy.
Ancient ‘Vanni’ tree at Sri Meenakshi Sundareswarar Temple tilts; steps on to restore it
Bengaluru Metro penalises 14 passengers for disrupting services with loud singing, following a viral clip of their antics.
ASR district plans a 122 km world-class trekking network, enhancing tourism and local employment across Araku, Paderu, and Lambasingi.
Development without impact: Coastal residents of Kanniyakumari and Nagercoil constituencies voice discontent
Environmentalists in Kakinada celebrate World Sparrow Day, urging conservation efforts for sparrows and migratory birds.
T.K. Govindan secures full support from K. Sudhakaran for Kerala Assembly polls 2026 as a UDF-backed Independent candidate.