I&B Ministry warns OTT platforms against streaming content that uses ‘glorification’ of drugs

Image for representation purposes only. file The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting has issued an advisory warning OTT platforms against streaming content that “inadvertently promotes, glamorizes, or glorifies” the use of drugs, saying that any violation of the relevant guidelines may result in further regulatory scrutiny. “It has come to the notice of the Ministry … Read more

Zakir Hussain: A global citizen rooted in Indian ethos

A child prodigy, Zakir Hussain was not regimented by his teacher-father. He was allowed to develop wings and explore new frontiers. Illustration: Sai A global citizen rooted in Indian culture, Master Zakir Hussain blazed a trail when he created music to bind a fragmented world in harmony, drawing out illusory narratives from the percussive sound … Read more

‘The Karnataka SC, ST and OBC (Reservation of Appointments) Act, 1990 does not oust the jurisdiction of the High Court to decide caste disputes of candidates elected to the Legislative Assembly’.

The Karnataka Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes and Other Backward Classes (Reservation of Appointments, etc.) Act, 1990 does not oust the jurisdiction of the High Court to decide electoral disputes questioning the caste of candidates returned to the statute. Assembly, Karnataka High Court said. Justice Ananth Ramanath Hegde dismissed the petition filed by B Devendrappa, … Read more

Naidu and Pawan Kalyan discussed key issues

Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu and Deputy Chief Minister K Pawan Kalyan discussing at the Secretariat on Monday. | Photo Credit: Special Arrangements Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu and Deputy Chief Minister K Pawan Kalyan discussed various issues on Monday, December 16, in the East Chamber at the Secretariat. Mainly, the latest political developments were … Read more

Lathicharge on protesters: Karnataka home minister refuses judicial probe; BJP has staged a walkout

Home Minister G Parameshwar The matter of lathicharge on the protesters demanding reservation for the Lingayat Panchamasali community was discussed again in the Upper House on Monday, while the opposition staged a walkout expressing dissatisfaction with the Home Minister’s response. The matter came up again on Monday after opposition MPs sought a response from the … Read more

Amid criticism, the iconic 1971 painting was moved to the Maneksha Centre; The Army says the artifact is now in its proper place

Painting historical memorabilia in Defense Minister Manohar Parrikar’s office, Ministry of Defence, South Block. In this photo, Pakistan Army Lt. Gen. AAK Niazi (seated, center) signs the surrender document in Dhaka on December 16, 1971. Photo credit: Shankar Chakraborty Amid mounting criticism, the Indian Army installed an iconic painting of Pakistan’s surrender in 1971, which … Read more

Upper Krishna Project: Government of Karnataka. The chief minister said that he is committed to increase the height of Almatti Dam and the land acquisition will be completed in one phase

Hubballi: Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah addressing the media, Hubballi Airport, Karnataka, Friday, October 25, 2024. (PTI Photo)(PTI10_25_2024_000342B) | Photo credit:- Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Monday said the government is committed to raising the height of the Almatti dam to 524.26 meters from the current 519.6 meters to help complete the third phase of the Upper … Read more

Telangana Police wins accolade for technology-driven stability during Ganesh festival

Telangana Police has been honored with the prestigious Top Sustainability Initiative Award in the Challenger category at the Digital Engineering Awards held in Dallas, Texas. Recognized for innovative use of GIS and AI technologies, the award highlights their exceptional efforts during the 2024 Ganesh Utsav idol immersion. Organized by L&T Technology Services in partnership with … Read more