From India's entry to the Oscars to the foodie flamboyance of Bollywood's first family to Srikant Tiwari's hope for a hat-trick and Korean entertainment in deeply dark mode, it's raining OTT goodies this week.
Karnataka Home Minister G Parameshwara has hinted at his interest in becoming Chief Minister if there is a leadership change in the state. This comes amid demands for a Dalit CM and speculation about a power-sharing agreement between the current CM and Deputy CM.
A three-time MP, Suresh is the brother of Karnataka Congress chief DK Shivakumar and is the sitting member from Bangalore Rural. He was the only Congress candidate to win in the 2019 general elections in the state.
That the eventual margin of victory was a mere 16 runs tells one exactly how crucial Karthik's innings was in the overall outcome.
The most special birthday wish, of course, for the Royal Challengers Bangalore finisher came from squash star Dipika Pallikal, who noted, 'Happy Birthday to my Everything @DineshKarthik'.
Karnataka BJP President B Y Vijayendra suggests political developments are underway in the ruling Congress party and expects them to culminate after the Bihar assembly polls, hinting at a possible change in Chief Minister.
Severe cyclonic storm 'Montha' has begun making landfall off the Andhra Pradesh coast, with the process expected to continue for the next three to four hours. The storm is expected to cross the coast between Machilipatnam and Kalingapatnam, near Kakinada, with wind speeds of 90-100 kmph.
Karnataka's Chief Electoral Officer has ordered an investigation into Rahul Gandhi's allegations of election fraud in the Mahadevapura Assembly constituency during the 2024 Lok Sabha polls. The CEO has requested supporting documents from Congress leader D K Shivakumar.
The major difference between the two sides was the Super Kings' start with du Plessis and Devon Conway (20 off 25 balls) compiling a solid 54-run stand for the first wicket to set up the run chase.
'The biggest game changer has been the belief among Maoists that they can surrender and join the mainstream'
Dinesh Karthik downplayed surpassing MS Dhoni's T20 runs record for an Indian wicketkeeper, emphasising that playing for India, not personal records, has always been his priority.
Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar responds to criticism regarding Bengaluru's infrastructure, while industry leaders and opposition members voice their concerns.
The Rajya Sabha, India's upper house of parliament, was adjourned on Monday without transacting any business due to a heated exchange between the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the opposition Congress over the issue of reservations to Muslims in public contracts in Karnataka. The BJP accused Congress of seeking to amend the Constitution to provide reservations based on religion, while Congress asserted its commitment to protecting the Constitution. The debate centered around a statement by a senior Congress leader, who was reportedly advocating for changing the Constitution to provide reservations for Muslims.
A Bengaluru-bound private bus from Hyderabad caught fire in this district on Friday after colliding with a two-wheeler, leaving 20 people dead, most of them charred to death, a senior police official said.
'I want to tell big IT companies and others that such things (pothole issue) are everywhere, we are doing our job. It is there across the country, but we have a duty, we will do it'
Mukesh is one of the few players in recent times to have made it to the Indian limited overs squad without ever having played in the IPL.
'Right now, India is in a very privileged place where they have such a good assortment of cricketers across skill sets.'
Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar accuses the BJP of politicizing the Dharmasthala 'multiple murders and burials' case, criticizing their protests and questioning their motives.
A controversy has erupted in Mysuru over the ownership of Chamundi Hill, home to the Chamundeshwari Temple, ahead of the Dasara festival. Pramoda Devi Wadiyar of the erstwhile Mysuru royal family criticized Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar's statement that the hill is not the property of Hindus alone, leading to a heated exchange and raising questions about the nature of the upcoming Dasara celebrations.
Star Royal Challengers Bengaluru batter Virat Kohli showered praise on wicketkeeper-batter Dinesh Karthik and said that the 38-year-old has an 'outstanding talent' and is a 'brilliant batter' to watch.
Bengaluru is at a critical juncture, where its economic model, reliant on attracting and retaining skilled professionals, is directly threatened by a measurable decline in urban quality of life, point out Shishir Gupta and Rishita Sachdeva.
Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar offered to apologize if anyone was hurt over his rendition of the RSS' prayer song in the state assembly. He reaffirmed his loyalty to the Congress party.
Parulkar was commissioned in the IAF in March 1963. In past, he held various appointments, including as a Flying Instructor at the Air Force Academy, according to the excerpt.
DK walked towards Kohli for a chat who unselfishly declined the offer to take strike next ball, asking DK to continue the big hitting.
'The shooting is complete,' says Manoj Bajpayee.
The Maharaja Trophy, the state's top franchise-based T20 tournament, was also moved outside Bengaluru as police had rejected KSCA's proposal to host it behind closed doors. The tournament was played in Mysore behind closed doors.
The celebration offered the squad chance to unwind and laugh together ahead of the big IPL 2025 final on June 3.
'Lunch date with the legend!' DK posted on his Facebook page.
Directors Raj & DK took to Instagram and announced the news with a big party for the cast and crew.
Karthik attributes performances like 27-ball-55 to a sense of security and clarity in thought process.
Delhi High Court informed that nine Tihar Jail officials were suspended and transferred for allegedly running an extortion racket with inmates. CBI and state government given time to file status report.
The series in Australia could well be Rohit's last in India Blues. But Kohli, given his high fitness standards, could play on until the 2027 World Cup.
'If I am given the ability to read minds, then definitely get into the mind of M S Dhoni.'
KKR Skipper Dinesh Karthik looked unrecognisable after trimming his beard ahead of the game against CSK.
These remarks from a legislator considered close to Shivakumar come amid renewed speculation about a leadership change in Karnataka later this year.
The BJP regime, which is unable to take on the DMK, the Dravidian movement in Tamil Nadu is involved in a "cultural invasion," Siva, a Rajya Sabha MP, alleged.
'There's probably no need to sort of walk him off in that fashion'
Shakib's loopy delivery saw du Plessis take a stride out and play at it. The ball missed the inside edge of his bat and DK missed the ball completely, failing to collect it as he moved away and the ball went past him to fine leg.
'Can Gautam Gambhir almost look at being serious about picking 20 wickets as much as he feels about depth in batting?'
Raj and DK have been roped in as co-creators for Citadel, the series created by the Russo Brothers.
