Hindustan Times Bengaluru - April 21, 2025
Hindustan Times Bengaluru - April 21, 2025
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April 21, 2025
SL Cops Probe as Photo of Buddha Relic Is Viral Online
Sri Lankan police on Sunday said that an investigation has begun to determine how a purported image of a sacred tooth relic of Lord Buddha was captured after the photo went viral on social media.
1 min
NASA's Oldest Astronaut Back to Earth on His 70th Birthday
Cake, gifts and a low-key family celebration may be how many senior citizens picture their 70th birthday.
1 min
Fleeing a crackdown by security forces, Maoists leave behind unexploded IEDs
While the aggressive campaign to weed out Maoists from the jungles of Chhattisgarh has helped security forces gain control of Maoist bastions, the development has come at the cost of the extremists planting improvised explosive devices (IEDs) across the region before fleeing.
2 mins
2 Arrested for Killing Former MLC Kolankar in Karwar: Police
Two people were arrested on Sunday hours after they allegedly killed former municipal council member Satish Kolankar in Karwar during his morning walk, police said on Sunday, adding that the murder was allegedly due to some financial disputes.
1 min
Two Duped of ₹77 Lakh in College Admission Fraud, 6 Booked: Cops
Two people from Chhattisgarh and Bengaluru respectively have been allegedly cheated of ₹77.61 lakh under the pretext of being provided PG course seats at a medical college in Navi Mumbai under management quota, police said on Sunday.
1 min
Caste Survey Report in Public Domain Is Fake, Alleges K'taka LoP
Karnataka legislative assembly opposition leader R Ashoka on Sunday alleged that the socio-economic and educational survey report, popularly known as caste census, that is in public domain one is not the original one.
1 min
Tempo traveller collides with parked aircraft at B'luru airport
A man driving a tempo traveller rammed into a stationary IndiGo aircraft at the Kempegowda International Airport on Friday, airport officials said on Sunday, adding an inquiry has been ordered into the incident.
1 min
B'luru gets incentives of ₹103-cr for sewage management in March
Bengaluru made global headlines in 2015 after the city's Bellandur lake started frothing regularly because of unchecked dumping of sewage and industrial effluents.
1 min
Govt Won't Take Hasty Decision on Caste Survey Report, Says DKS
Deputy chief minister DK Shivakumar stated on Sunday that the state government would not take any hasty decision regarding the socioeconomic survey, commonly referred to as the caste census.
2 mins
Retd DGP found dead; wife 'key suspect': Cops
At this stage not even FIR had been registered. The process is on. VIKASH KUMAR VIKASH, Additional commissioner of police
2 mins
'Munambam crisis will be solved by Waqf Act'
Kerala BJP chief Rajeev Chandrasekhar on Sunday told reporters the people of the state 'know very well' who will solve the dispute in Munambam.
1 min
Amaravati to be first green energy-powered city
PUBLIC UTILITIES INCLUDING THE METRO, BUS FLEET - WILL RUN ON GREEN ENERGY, AND ADHERE TO ENERGY EFFICIENT BUILDING STANDARDS
2 mins
Idea Behind NEET, Three-Language Policy, To 'Impose' Hindi in TN: Dy CM
The whole idea behind the implementation of three-language policy, NEET and New Education Policy by the BJP-led NDA at the Centre is to somehow 'impose' Hindi in Tamil Nadu, state deputy chief minister Udhayanidhi Stalin alleged on Sunday.
1 min
SIT Issues Notice to MP Trader in Tirupati Adulteration Case
The Special Investigation Team probing into the allegations of use of adulterated ghee to make 'laddu prasadam' of the renowned Sri Venkateswara Swamy Temple at Tirumala Hills in Andhra Pradesh has served notice to a trader in Madhya Pradesh's Gwalior, a police official said.
1 min
Vow to protest against Waqf law till it is withdrawn: Owaisi
DUBEY CRITICISED THE JUDICIARY FOR ITS HANDLING OF ISSUES SUCH AS NOW-REPEALED SECTION 377 OF IPC AND OTHER RELIGIOUS ISSUES
1 min
Talks with TVK failed due to steep poll demands: AIADMK
The All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK) had first held unsuccessful talks with actor Vijay's newly launched party the Tamizhaga Vetri Kazhagam (TVK) from early last year before reviving its alliance with the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on April 11, according to senior leaders from both parties.
3 mins
Anurag Kashyap Booked Over His Post On Brahmins
An FIR was registered against film director Anurag Kashyap at Bajaj Nagar police station in Rajasthan for his remarks on Brahmins on X, an officer said on Sunday.
1 min
Bengal Violence: 4th Accused Held in Bengal Riots Case; Political Slugfest Rages On
A fourth person has been arrested in connection with the murder of two people in violence-hit Murshidabad district earlier this month, police said on Sunday, even as political slugfest over the anti-Waqf law protests continued, with the opposition BJP alleging that the violence was a \"state-sponsored terrorism\" under the Mamata Banerjee-led government.
1 min
Elon Musk's mother marks 77th birthday, unveils translated book
While Tesla and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk has announced plans to visit India later this year following a conversation with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, his mother, Maye Musk, was in Mumbai to mark her 77th birthday.
1 min
No compulsion to study Hindi: CM amid Maha row
Maharashtra chief minister Devendra Fadnavis on Sunday dismissed concerns over the \"imposition\" of Hindi in the state, asserting that Marathi will continue to be compulsory.
2 mins
Three-Language Policy, NEET, NEP Aim to 'Impose' Hindi in TN: DYCM
The idea behind the three-language policy, NEET, and National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 by the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) at the Centre is to \"impose\" Hindi in Tamil Nadu, deputy chief minister Udhayanidhi Stalin said on Sunday.
1 min
People in PoK Will Soon Demand Their Merger With India
Defence minister Rajnath Singh on Sunday said that residents of Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir (PoK) will soon seek their integration with India.
1 min
SC lawyer seeks contempt proceedings against BJP MP
A Supreme Court lawyer representing one of the litigants in the Waqf Act case has written to Attorney General R Venkatramani seeking consent to initiate contempt proceedings against BJP MP Nishikant Dubey over his \"grossly scandalous\" remarks \"aimed at lowering the dignity\" of the top court.
1 min
Retd K'taka DGP found dead at home, wife 'prime suspect'
Former director general of Karnataka police, Om Prakash, was found dead with stab wounds at his Bengaluru residence on Sunday, officials said, adding that his wife, a key suspect in the case, has been detained for questioning.
2 mins
Bhandari Challenges ED Plea Calling Him Fugitive
Arms dealer Sanjay Bhandari has opposed the Enforcement Directorate's (ED) plea before a Delhi court seeking to declare him a \"fugitive\" in connection to a black money case, claiming that his stay in the UK was legal since his extradition to India was denied by the London high court.
1 min
Vance to arrive in India today; to meet PM, discuss trade ties
US Vice President JD Vance is set to arrive in New Delhi with his family on Monday for a three-day visit that will include a meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, with ongoing trade negotiations expected to figure in the talks.
2 mins
RSS Centenary Events Occasion to Introspect
Rashtriya Swayamsewak Sangh (RSS) chief Mohan Bhagwat on Sunday said that the Sangh's centenary celebrations will be an occasion for introspection and will make volunteers more committed towards the aims of the organisation.
1 min
'Waris Punjab De' Plotting to Kill Me, Amit Shah: Minister Bittu
Union minister Ravneet Singh Bittu on Sunday alleged that some pro-Khalistan elements linked to \"Waris Punjab De\" outfit—whose chief is radical preacher Amritpal Singh—were plotting to assassinate him and other political leaders in Punjab.
1 min
17-Year-Old Killed, Another Injured in Massive Field Fire in Punjab
A 17-year-old boy died on Sunday while another sustained injuries due to a massive fire that broke out in the agricultural fields of Neelewala village in Ferozepur district of Punjab, said police.
1 min
Artiste Killed in Celebratory Firing in Bihar
A 26-year-old artiste was shot dead on Saturday during celebratory firing at the wedding of a retired army official's son in Jogiyara village, under the jurisdiction of the Jale police station in Bihar, police officers said on Sunday.
1 min
UP man arrested for throwing acid on wife, two daughters
THE ACCUSED SUSPECTED THAT HIS WIFE WAS IN A RELATIONSHIP WITH ANOTHER MAN, SAY POLICE
1 min
Ex-Speaker's death: FIR against fake doctor, hospital management
SHUKLA, THEN A CONGRESS MLA FROM KOTA SEAT, DIED IN 2006 AT THE PRIVATE HOSPITAL IN BILASPUR
1 min
Singhvi, 3 experts to depose before Parl panel on ONOE
ACCORDING TO PARLIAMENTARY RECORDS, THE JPC HAS HELD SIX MEETINGS SINCE IT WAS FORMED IN WINTER SESSION
1 min
Trade War, Tariff Hikes and India's Silver Lining
The Donald Trump administration announced a host of sweeping tariff hikes with every single one of America's trading partners.
2 mins
ED's Herald case aims to intimidate Cong: Kharge
THE ENFORCEMENT DIRECTORATE HAS NAMED THE GANDHIS AS ACCUSED IN ITS CHARGE SHEET
2 mins
Stalker shoots woman dead in UP, surrenders
THE WOMAN'S BROTHER TOLD POLICE THAT THE ACCUSED WAS HARASSING HIS SISTER FOR MONTHS
1 min
Ship Emission Norms To Help With Global Green Transition
After a decade of discussions, the International Maritime Organization (IMO) has agreed that large ship owners must reduce the greenhouse gases (GHGs) they emit per unit of energy, against 2008 levels.
1 min
Amid Reunion Rumors, Sena (UBT) Says 'No Preconditions'
Amid a buzz on the potential reconciliation between cousins Uddhav and Raj Thackeray, the Shiv Sena (UBT) on Sunday said no alliance has been declared or any precondition is put by Uddhav, while a Maharashtra Navnirman Sena leader dismissed prospects of electoral tie-up as a distant step.
1 min
Right language for Sena revival
Thackeray clan spots an opportunity to resurrect political fortunes in linguistic nationalism
2 mins
Adolescence becoming uncharted waters now
Any parents whose children are at present nine or 10 years of age will shortly find themselves in an unknown territory.
3 mins
In Murshidabad riot, rerun of an old story
Only the faces of the perpetrators and the victims change, the failure of the state and statements of the leaders are the same
3 mins
Cloud over the voluntary carbon market's survival
When it comes to carbon pricing, the two most talked about instruments are the emissions trading scheme (ETS) and the carbon tax.
3 mins
Pope Francis Emerges From Convalescence On Easter
Pope Francis emerged from his convalescence on Easter, on Sunday, to bless thousands of people in St. Peter's Square and treat them to a surprise popemobile romp through the piazza, drawing wild cheers and applause as he continues his recovery from a near-fatal bout of double pneumonia.
2 mins
Record Early Voting Numbers Ahead Of Apr 28 Canada Elections
Canada's election authority said on Saturday that high early turnout was a sign of \"enthusiasm for the ballot\" in an election campaign overshadowed by tensions with its American neighbour.
1 min
Trump Slams 'Weak' Judges As Deportation Row Intensifies
The clash over President Donald Trump's bid to exercise unprecedented powers in deporting migrants deepened on Sunday as he again bashed the judiciary, while a top Democrat warned the country was \"closer and closer\" to a constitutional crisis.
1 min
Ecuador Remains on High Alert Over 'Plot' to Murder President
Ecuador is on maximum alert over an alleged assassination plot against recently re-elected President Daniel Noboa, the government said on Saturday.
1 min
Gaza rescuers: Israeli strikes kill 25 people
Gaza's civil defence agency reported that Israeli air strikes since dawn on Sunday have killed at least 25 people across the Gaza Strip, including women and children.
1 min
Pro-monarchist RPP protests in restricted area of Kathmandu
Hundreds of leaders and cadres of Nepal's pro-monarchist Rastriya Prajatantra Party (RPP) staged a protest rally on Sunday near the Prime Minister's official residence and the Parliament building, demanding reinstatement of the monarchy and establishing the Himalayan nation as a Hindu state.
1 min
Protesters rally against Trump across US cities
Opponents of President Donald Trump's administration took to the streets of communities large and small across the US on Saturday, decrying what they see as threats to the nation's democratic ideals.
2 mins
Gig demand swells, but workers are hard to find
The summer heat is scorching staffing firms, especially those providing temporary or gig workers to various industries, as demand for workers rises but the cost of meeting the demand also rises in parallel.
2 mins
MTNL Defaults On Bank Loans Worth ₹8,346 Cr
State-run telecom firm MTNL has defaulted on bank loans worth ₹8,346.24 crore from seven public sector banks, the company said in a regulatory filing.
1 min
DHL to Suspend Shipments of Over $800 to US Consumers
DHL Express, a division of Germany's Deutsche Post, said it would suspend global business-to-consumer shipments worth over $800 to individuals in the United States from April 21, as US customs regulatory changes have lengthened clearance.
1 min
Cognizant Becomes First IT Co to Call Out Risk From GCCs
Firm's annual report acknowledges rising competition from in-house tech arms
2 mins
IT compliance push may see more digital nudges
Tech, AI-driven 'nudging' is a key element of tax dept's new toolkit: Experts
2 mins
Pant's 'madness' is missing this IPL season
Pant in IPL Rishabh Pant has scored 106 runs at an average of 15.14 and a strike-rate 98.14 in 8 games this season for the LSG
3 mins
Accuracy, variations crucial to Prasidh's comeback run
It's tough being a fast bowler as injury setbacks are a part of a career you have chosen. And Prasidh Krishna has had more than his share of setbacks.
3 mins
Rohit rediscovers touch, MI steamroll jaded CSK
The former Mumbai Indians skipper hits an unbeaten 76 off 45 balls to guide his team to a nine-wicket win over Super Kings
3 mins
Kohli, Padikkal Lead Chase After Bowlers Rock Punjab Kings
After recording two wins in two matches, Punjab Kings (PBKS) should have been riding high on momentum and form going into their last home match at the Punjab Cricket Association Mullanpur Stadium to make it three out of three.
2 mins
Kevin De Bruyne 'Surprised' Over Man City Exit After The Season
Kevin De Bruyne has revealed he was \"a bit surprised\" to be told his glittering Manchester City career will finish at the end of this season.
1 min
Barca Make Comeback To Beat Celta Vigo
Barcelona pulled off a stunning comeback from two goals down to beat Celta Vigo 4-3 on Saturday and move seven points clear of Real Madrid in the La Liga title race.
2 mins
Duplantis: Neeraj still the same nice guy I met in 2016
Long before he became a global star with two Olympic medals, Swedish-American pole vaulter Mondo Duplantis remembers meeting a humble Neeraj Chopra, who remained the \"same nice guy\" even after achieving astonishing success.
1 min
Playing the 'broken' woman, no more exciting, want quality roles: Kalki
In 2009, when Kalki Koechlin played a student reeling from an MMS scandal in Dev D, it was captivating and refreshing to see a character who refuses to let society shame her into submission.
1 min
Be a complete woman in your own self and then be a mom
Richa Chadha; (inset) the post shared by her on social media
1 min
'We've forgotten how to make films where audiences whistle and clap'
Filmmaker Vikram Bhatt believes that the recent box-office failures of Bollywood films stem from the industry's shift away from massy movies.
1 min
Florence Pugh admits being 'tricky' to date amid Finn Cole romance rumours — but she's working on it!
Florence Pugh has admitted she is difficult to be in a relationship due to her busy schedule.
1 min
'I Was Beginning To Believe That Work Had Dried Up'
Dia Mirza feels that in cinema, offers often disappear for women from the age of 35 to 48, and is glad that OTT has given these actors a new voice
1 min
I accept a role if the story moves me: Lee Kwang Soo
South Korean actor Lee Kwang Soo is known for his effortless ability to switch between roles—from playful and solemn to downright scary.
1 min
There's a difference between content creators and actors; that should be kept in mind, says Aadil
Aadil Zafar Khan made his acting debut on the big screen with Shikara (2020). However, it is on OTT that he has found footing as an artiste.
1 min
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