Bengaluru: A recently released from jail, identified as 26-year-old Vijay, was brutally murdered in Bengaluru's JJ Nagar area, Janata Colony, on Saturday. Police report...
During interrogation, Uma confessed to the theft. Police recovered ₹5.057 million (Rs 50.57 lakh) in cash and jewelry worth ₹1.266 million (Rs 12.66 lakh) that Uma had stashed at her daughter's residence. The investigation is ongoing, according to authorities.
The operation, led by Joint Commissioner of Excise (Bengaluru North Division) Feroz Khan Khilledar and Deputy Commissioner of Excise (Bangalore City District-3) Dr. K.S. Murali, culminated in the destruction of 516 liters of illicit foreign liquor, packaged in 516 bottles, along with confiscated cigarettes and empty bottles.
This initiative is designed to streamline the process and ensure that no resident within the Scheduled Castes community is missed. During a review meeting held at the West Zone office today, Commissioner Kishor emphasized the crucial role of these stickers in clearly marking homes where the survey has been completed.
Minister Patil unveiled the progress report, "Driving the Next Leap," a comprehensive overview of the Industries and Infrastructure Departments' successes. Key highlights include the ambitious Industrial Policy 2025-30, aiming to attract INR 7.5 lakh crore in investment and generate 2 million jobs in the next five years, solidifying Karnataka's position as an investment destination of choice.
Significantly, veteran leader B.S. Yediyurappa — who had limited his appearances at the BJP office to core committee meetings — was seen at the party headquarters for two consecutive days. Sources suggest that Shah, during his closed-door interactions, advised the Lingayat strongman to become more active in state affairs and guide the party from the front.
According to reports, the DC greeted the minister with folded hands and proceeded to touch his feet, expressing her admiration by stating, “Sir, I’m very happy to see you. You’re very important to us.” The minister, reportedly surprised, responded, “You are doing good work. But don’t fall at anyone’s feet. Let your work speak for itself.”