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Do you scroll endlessly? It could lead to 'brain rot'

WHILE the day may feel incomplete without scrolling through endless videos and online content, experts warn that this constant virtual consumption could be leading to 'brain rot', a state of mental stagnation caused by mindless and repetitive content which directly results in reduced critical thinking and focus.

Nikhil meets BL Santhosh in Delhi

STATE JDS youth wing president Nikhil Kumaraswamy met BJP national general secretary (organisation) BL Santhosh in New Delhi on Thursday.

Delivery agent held for vandalising Shivakumara Swami bust in city

THE Girinagar police arrested a 34-year-old delivery agent for vandalising the bronze statue of late Dr Shivakumara Swami of Tumakuru Siddaganga Mutt.

Activist files plaint against former MUDA commissioner

IN a fresh twist to allegations surrounding the Mysuru Urban Development Authority (MUDA) case, activist Snehamayi Krishna has filed a complaint against former MUDA commissioner DB Natesh on Thursday.

Will meet BJP brass soon, says BYV after North K'taka tour

KARNATAKA BJP president BY Vijayendra on Thursday said that he and a few other senior party leaders will soon visit New Delhi to brief the party high command on the prevailing developments in the state, including the party affairs.

BJP accuses Siddu, Shivakumar of sabotaging KMF to help pvt players

KARNATAKA BJP president BY Vijayendra has accused the Congress government of sabotaging Karnataka Milk Federation's (KMF) Nandini brand of products.

K'taka Agricultural Price Commission remains headless since July 2022

The Karnataka Agricultural Price Commission (KAPC), which acts as a facilitator between the State Government and farmers by playing an important role in fixing the Minimum Support Price (MSP), has been headless for the last two and a half years.

Last-mile connectivity: The key to unlocking Metro Rail's potential

URBAN mobility is at the heart of building resilient and sustainable cities.

Siddu shows he's numero uno in party, govt

THE Congress' Jana Kalyana Swabhimani Samavesha in Hassan on Thursday has come as a shot in the arm for Chief Minister Siddaramaiah to send out a message that he is the numero uno both in the party and the State Government.

REVA startup summit 2024

REVA University hosted the REVA Start-up Summit 2024 on Thursday.

B'LURU-MYS HIGHWAY TO HAVE CONTINUOUS SERVICE ROAD SOON

NHAI to build railway over bridge, commuters need not take long diversions into towns

DCF writes to special commissioner to blacklist 'unruly' contractor

Deputy Conservator of Forests (DCF) of Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP) Forest Division BLG Swamy wrote to Special Commissioner of Forest and Lakes Preeti Gehlot, seeking action against a contractor for his alleged unruly behaviour.

Uproar in LS over Oppn-Soros link

LOK SABHA proceedings were on Thursday disrupted after the Opposition and Treasury Benches clashed over the latter's allegation linking Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi and other leaders with US-based multi-billionaire George Soros.

*Act against Zameer: Guv's office to AG

ON Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot's direction, his special secretary has written to the advocate general, directing him to take action against Waqf Minister BZ Zameer Ahmed Khan for making allegations against a high court judgment.

Akshay Kumar to star in an Ajay Devgn directorial

On Saturday, at an event, actor Ajay Devgn announced that Akshay Kumar will star in a film that he is set to direct.

WE BELIEVE A STORY LIKE MAHAVATAR NARSIMHA DESERVES TO BE TOLD: VIJAY KIRAGANDUR

OMBALE Films, the production house behind the mega-blockbusters KGF, Kantara, and Salaar: Part 1, is now set to unveil a mythological film, titled Mahavatar Narsimha.

THE CONSENT SHIFT

From self-care products to open discussions about consent and pleasure, sexual wellness is slowly becoming mainstream

Pedalling Purpose

American professional cyclist Logan Phippen, known for his remarkable journey as an athlete living with type 1 diabetes, recently visited Bengaluru to engage with local fitness enthusiasts and advocate for diabetes awareness.

'Gukesh has got a similar mental wiring like Kohli'

The chess player and Virat are similar in that they perform at their best when the pressure is at their highest: Mental coach Paddy Upton

Celebrating inclusive voices

BEING differently-abled or having a loved one who is, can come with its own complex set of challenges in a world that is often dismissive of their needs and structured to cater to able-bodied people. In such a world, a space that prioritizes the voices of differently-abled people, can be crucial to changing narratives around disability.

Double delight for Carlsen

WORLD No. 1 Magnus Carlsen completed a remarkable double at the Tata Steel Chess India tournament, clinching the blitz title with a round to spare here on Sunday.

Tijil Rao wins LGB Formula 4 overall title

TWENTY-two-year-old Bengaluru boy Tijil Rao from Dark Don racing capped a brilliant run to his entire season as he sealed the drivers' championship in the LGB Formula 4 category in the 27th edition of the JK Tyre FMSCI National Racing Championship.

India beat Japan 3-0 to book semifinal spot

IN late January 2024, some 250 kms from Rajgir in Bihar, the venue of the ongoing women's Asian Champions Trophy, India faced Japan after losing to Germany in a penalty shoot-out in Ranchi.

Bumrah set to lead India in series opener at Perth

JASPRIT Bumrah is set to lead India in the opening Test against Australia at Perth beginning on November 22 (Friday).

Nations League: Netherlands storm into quarters as Germany hit record seven

NETHERLANDS outclassed Hungary with a 4-0 victory in their winner-takes-all Nations League encounter on Saturday while record-setting Germany hammered Bosnia and Herzegovina 7-0.

WEDDING EXTRAVAGANZA: HOW TO SPEND THE RIGHT WAY

The mother of all wedding seasons is upon us. If you believe pundits (and we are talking priests and financial experts together), there are 30% more auspicious moments in the 2024-25 wedding season than ever.

Relief to middle class? Inflation offsets hike in tax exemption limit

Though the New Tax Regime has simplified tax calculations, experts say that the benefits may not be as substantial as they seem when adjusted for inflation

RULES FOR THE RICH & THOSE WHO WANT TO BE WEALTHY

ORGAN Housel, a venture capitalist and a great author, keeps saying 'Getting Rich is easy, staying rich is tough'.

Dissent against company resolutions by institutional investors declining: Study

DISSENT expressed against company resolutions by institutional investors have come down recently, according to a study conducted by PRIME Database.

Anil Ambani's Reliance Group sets up centre to push 2030 growth strategy

ANIL AMBANI'S Reliance Group has formed a corporate centre for expansion and innovation as part of its 2030 growth strategy.