Asmita Dey, hailing from a poor family in Tripura, has made history by winning a gold medal in the 48kg judo category at the Commonwealth Games. Despite her father, who was a cycle repairer, passing away ten months ago, Asmita overcame her grief with her mother's encouragement. She became the first Indian to win gold in judo at the Commonwealth Games, ending a 36-year wait. Asmita dedicated this historic achievement to her late father's sacrifices and support. https://saakshatv.com/cwg-2026-asmita-dey-judo-gold-commonwealth-games-2026-inspiring-story/

A 68-year-old retired citizen in Mysore was defrauded of Rs 70.77 lakh through a 'digital arrest' scam. Fraudsters posing as TRAI and Mumbai Crime Branch officials intimidated him via video calls, claiming his involvement in a money laundering case. Under pressure, the victim liquidated his fixed deposits and transferred the funds via RTGS. A case has been registered at the Mysore CEN police station, and authorities have clarified that 'digital arrest' is not a legal procedure in India. https://kannada.news18.com/news/crime/mysuru-digital-arrest-cyber-fraud-rs70-lakh-senior-citizen-mysuru-mng-abn-local18-ws-b-2459768.html

Tired of regular vegetable pulao? Try this delicious hotel-style Aloo Pulao recipe. Made with basmati rice, potatoes, and aromatic spices, it offers a biryani-like taste and is perfect for breakfast or lunch boxes. The recipe involves soaking rice for 30 minutes, sautéing spices with potatoes, and cooking for about 15 minutes. It is a nutritious, filling meal best served hot with raita. https://kannada.news18.com/news/lifestyle/easy-and-tasty-aloo-pulao-recipe-for-breakfast-and-lunch-box-mnk-ws-bl-2459977.html

Heavy rains in Chikkamagaluru have triggered a massive landslide near Kavikal Gandi on the road leading to Dattapeeta and Mullayanagiri. The district administration has issued a high alert for tourists as the hilly terrain remains unstable. In Sringeri, the Tunga River is flowing above the danger level, submerging the historic 'Kappe Shankara' rock. Authorities have cleared the road using JCBs, but the threat of further landslides persists due to continuous downpours in the Western Ghats. https://kannada.news18.com/news/chikkamagaluru/chikkamagaluru-rain-warning-for-tourists-mnc-svl-local18-ws-l-2460132.html

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is visiting Mysuru today, where he will be welcomed by Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar. The Chief Minister will visit Chamundi Hills for prayers before receiving the PM at 3:15 PM. Both leaders will participate in a special program organized by Sri Ramakrishna Ashrama to inaugurate the Swami Vivekananda Cultural Youth Center and Memorial. They will also share a platform at a large public event before the PM departs and the CM returns to Bengaluru. https://publicnext.com/news/national/india/politics/kn/cm-dk-shivakumar-to-visit-mysuru-today-1280220

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to visit Mysuru to inaugurate the Swami Vivekananda Cultural Youth Center and Viveka Memorial built by Ramakrishna Ashram. Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar will welcome the PM at the Oval Grounds. The visit includes prayers at the Ramakrishna Math and a public address at the Vidyashala Stadium. Over 2,000 additional police personnel have been deployed, and drone flights are banned in the city for security reasons. https://udayavani.com/district-news/Modi-to-inaugurate-Vivek-Memorial-in-Mysore-today-112320

Famous Yakshagana comedian Shreedhar Bhat Kasarkod, popularly known as 'Hasya Chakravarti', passed away at the age of 52. With a career spanning over 35 years, he served in prominent troupes like Mandarthi and Saligrama. Known for his unique style in roles such as the 'Grandmother' in Rudrakopa, his demise has left the Yakshagana world in mourning. https://udayavani.com/district-news/renowned-yakshagana-comedian-sridhara-bhat-kasarkoda-is-no-more-441905

A farmer named Karegowda in Totasagara village of Tumkur district performed a traditional baby shower (Seemantha) ceremony for his pregnant cow named 'Lakshmi'. Village women performed rituals including Aarti and turmeric-vermilion application. To celebrate the occasion, the farmer hosted a grand feast featuring 'Holige' for hundreds of villagers, showcasing his deep love for the animal. https://tv9kannada.com/videos/tumakuru-farmer-performs-grand-baby-shower-for-pregnant-cow-serves-holige-feast-to-village-1219407.html

A major accident was averted near Anand Rao Circle in Bengaluru when an iron sheet from a railway bridge collapsed onto a moving BMTC bus. The incident caused temporary panic among passengers and commuters, but no injuries or fatalities were reported. Railway personnel arrived promptly and cleared the debris using gas cutters to restore traffic. The incident has raised serious questions regarding the safety maintenance of railway infrastructure in the city. https://newsfirstlive.com/state/bengaluru/an-iron-sheet-of-a-railway-bridge-collapsed-on-a-moving-bmtc-bus-missed-a-major-disaster-12219030