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Women founders reshaping start-up ecosystem

TNIE PROFILES 5 FOUNDERS WHO HAVE CARVED NICHE IN THIS SPACE

PM Pitches for 'Healthy Nation', Says Reduce Cooking Oil Intake

Warns against the rising threat of obesity; launches ₹2.6 crore projects in Silvassa

Fund crunch hits Centre's flagship cattle scheme

THE Centre's flagship scheme to increase milk productivity of indigenous breeds of cattle has been facing funds crisis for the past two years.

₹320-cr mission to end preventable maternal deaths

CHIEF Minister Siddaramaiah announced a ‘₹320-crore mission’ to eliminate preventable maternal deaths in Karnataka.

Knowledge Realty Trust files for IPO

KNOWLEDGE REALTY TRUST (KRT) has sought approval for a ₹6,200 crore ($711 mn) IPO in what could be India's largest real estate investment trust (REIT) listing.

CM Has Gifts Galore For Old Mysuru

The people of the old Mysuru region have reasons to smile as Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has announced too many projects and programmes for the overall development of the region.

Funds for irrigation projects too meagre: Farmers

THE state government did not make any major announcements with regard to the implementation of important irrigation projects like Stage III of the Upper Krishna Project (UKP-3), the Kalasa Banduri project, and the Mekedatu Balancing Reservoir Scheme.

'Resolution through pact': India reacts cautiously to Trump's reciprocal tariff

IN response to US President Donald Trump's announcement of imposing reciprocal tariffs on India starting April 2, the MEA reiterated that both countries are negotiating a multi-sector trade deal aimed at addressing tariff and non-tariff barriers while enhancing market access.

Varun reminds me of Chandra: Engineer

FORMER India wicket-keeper batsman Farokh Engineer backs India against New Zealand in the final of the Champions Trophy final in Dubai on Sunday.

Elephant-dragon ballet right call: China

A duet between the elephant and the dragon contributing to each other's success is the 'only right choice' for India-China relations, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said on Friday as he acknowledged positive strides in bilateral ties after a four-year stalemate between the two Asian powerhouses.

Theatre-level Operation Exercise of Navy Concludes

THE Indian Navy's capstone Theatre Level Operational Exercise (TROPEX), conducted from January to March 25, concluded recently in the Indian Ocean.

J&K Presents ₹1.12L Cr Budget, Focus on Women and Inclusive Growth

IN the first by an elected government in over seven years, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Friday unveiled ₹1.12 lakh crore budget for Jammu and Kashmir, with sops for Economically Weaker Sections and free bus rides for women.

Yellamma Temple, Roerich Estate to be developed under spl grants

PRESENTING the state budget in the Assembly on Friday, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah announced that the Shri Renuk ka Yallamma Temple of Belagavi, a major pilgrim centre in Karnataka, and Devika Rani Roerich Estate near Bengaluru, will be developed under the Special Capital Assistance Scheme, with a total expenditure of Rs 199 crore.

Sebi to disclose conflict of interest

Chairman says he looks forward to engage with stakeholders on voluntary compliances

Liquor biz cautious about price push in lower segments, beer

LIQUOR prices in Karnataka in the first four slabs (with lowest MRP) of Indian Made Liquor (IML) are likely to go up from April 1, given the increase in Excise revenue target by Rs 3,500 crore for financial year 2025-26.

India, Russia sign deal for T-72 tank engines

Past deployment on LAC After the May 2020 standoff with the Chinese PLA in Eastern Ladakh, the Indian Army had to induct a number of T-72 & T-90 tanks, gaining tactical surprise over the adversary. The Chinese have deployed armour vehicles, tanks, and mechanised infantry at various locations along the 3,488-km Line of Actual Control.

Nothing much for coastal districts

The Coastal Karnataka did not figure prominently in the state budget.

Karnataka Triumphs With Fiscal Discipline & SDG Commitment

KARNATAKA has once again proved itself to be an economic powerhouse, maintaining fiscal discipline, while driving transformative development.

BJP: It is blatant appeasement

Govt believes in secularism, BJP's mindset dirty: Siddu A classic case of vote-bank politics: Saffron party Budget prioritises appeasement politics over genuine devpt: HDK

Movie ticket price to be capped at Rs 200, Kannada filmdom gets industry status

IN some good news for movie buffs, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah announced that ticket prices in theatres across the state, including multiplexes, will be capped at Rs 200.

State to fund UBP; ₹10k cr for Sharavathi project

CHIEF Minister Siddaramaiah announced multiple infrastructure and development projects for Central Karnataka and Malnad districts.

Kohli run-ning show, winning battles

Ensuring minimal dot balls & banking on singles and twos, reasons behind Virat's success in ODIs

Apex court allows Pune eatery to use 'Burger King' name

THE Supreme Court on Friday stayed a recent Bombay High Court order banning a Pune-based restaurant from using the name 'Burger King' and asked the high court to issue a final order after hearing the parties afresh.

Employers Can Breathe Easy, Non-Compliance No Longer Crime

MSME, textile policy on the cards; EV manufacturing gets a boost

DO THE CLOTHES YOU WEAR DEFINE YOU AND MUST THEY?

Earlier, how you dressed spoke of your standing in your career. Important people wore suits and ties. But today, the focus is more on comfort, and highlighting the quality of work over clothes

India voices concern over Dhaka freeing extremists

INDIA on Friday expressed concerns over the release of certain \"violent extremists\" by Bangladesh and emphasised the interim government's responsibility to protect Hindus and other minorities and their religious institutions, while also advocating inclusive and participatory elections.

Siddu's Budget #16 Puts Women and Children at Heart of Progress

Chief Minister Siddaramaiah's 16th budget painted a vision of an inclusive and progressive state where women and children are at the core of governance.

Hyundai Offers Big Discounts on Four Models

HYUNDAI Motor India (HMIL) has rolled out an aggressive discount strategy under its new sales promotion campaign, \"Hyundai Super Delight March,\" as the Korean automaker seeks to revive its sales after slipping to fourth position in domestic retail passenger vehicle sales in February 2025.

Saffron Sizzles, Broccoli Beckons: New-Age Farming

WO decades ago, on a car ride with late newspaper editor Dileep Padgaonkar, I referred to the hot new term 'knowledge economy' in reference to software and allied sectors when he interrupted: \"Why can't we refer to agriculture as part of the knowledge economy?\" He said farmers knew much about their profession, but farming was not considered knowledge-intensive.

BTA Provides India Room Amid US Tariff Threat

DESPITE the Trump administration threatening India with reciprocal tariffs, India can still negotiate a 'favorable' deal with the US through the bilateral trade agreement (BTA) talks currently undergoing.