Former Karnataka minister Vinay Kulkarni has been released from Parappana Agrahara jail in Bengaluru after the High Court granted him conditional bail in the Yogeeshgouda Goudar murder case. The court also stayed the life imprisonment sentence previously awarded by a special court for people's representatives. His supporters gathered in large numbers outside the prison to welcome him with sweets and garlands as he walked out on Friday night. https://publicnext.com/news/district/hubballi-dharwad/politics/kn/dharwad-vinay-kulkarni-comes-out-of-parappana-agrahara-1280174

LIC offers three special plans for children's education and future security: Amritbaal, Children's Money Back, and Jeevan Tarun. Amritbaal provides guaranteed bonuses, while Money Back plans offer returns at key ages like 18, 20, and 22. Jeevan Tarun offers flexibility in money-back percentages. All plans include a Premium Waiver Benefit for parents and provide tax exemptions under Section 80C, ensuring the child's future remains financially secure even in emergencies. https://kannada.asianetnews.com/business/lic-top-3-child-plans-amritbaal-childrens-money-back-jeevan-tarun-san/articleshow-xulpgec

Jason Sanjay, son of Tamil superstar Vijay, is making his directorial debut with the film 'Sigma'. In a recent interview, he revealed that before entering cinema, he dreamt of becoming a pilot and a cricketer. He was passionate about bowling during the IPL 2008 era. However, his interest shifted to filmmaking during high school, leading him to study film in Toronto. His debut movie 'Sigma', starring Sundeep Kishan, is a heist thriller scheduled for release on July 31. https://udayavani.com/cinema/jason-sanjay-reveals-his-first-dreams-before-becoming-director-i-was-crazy-about-074889

A 45-year-old man named Ivan Richard Mascarenhas from Barkur was shot dead in front of Holy Rosary Church in Kundapura around 3:30 AM on Friday. The victim, who was involved in finance business, was attacked while traveling in a car with a woman. The assailant fled the scene after the shooting. Senior police officials, including Udupi SP Hariram Shankar, visited the spot. Preliminary investigations suggest financial or personal motives behind the murder. https://udayavani.com/district-news/kundapur-a-man-from-barkur-was-shot-in-the-wee-hours-936171

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

Scientists at Russia's Skolkovo Institute of Science and Technology claim human lifespan can be extended to 194 years through gene therapy, DNA technology, and 3D bioprinting. The research, published in NPG Aging journal, suggests that cell aging can be delayed. The Russian government has announced a $26 billion project to increase life expectancy by 2030. Analysts suggest President Vladimir Putin is funding these 'immortality' projects to extend his own lifespan, following his comments on continuous organ transplants for longevity. https://tv9kannada.com/world/putins-immortality-dream-russias-gene-therapy-aims-for-194-year-lifespan-1220182.html

A total of 1.43 lakh cusecs of water has been released from Maharashtra's Ujjani and Vir dams into the Bhima River. Consequently, 44,000 cusecs are being released from the Sonna Barrage in Afzalpur. Kalaburagi DC Ikram Shariff has issued a high alert for residents in Afzalpur, Jevargi, Shahabad, Kalaburagi, and Chittapur taluks. Public activities like grazing cattle, fishing, and taking selfies near the river are strictly prohibited due to rising water levels and ongoing rains in the catchment areas. https://www.prajavani.net/district/kalaburagi/bhima-river-flood-alert-ujani-veer-dam-water-release-4164175

Concerns have been raised at Delhi's Jantar Mantar regarding whether a DCP ordered firing on protesting students during the Parliament session. The discovery of a truck filled with stones at the protest site has sparked questions about potential conspiracies. There are allegations that false promises are being made to students to continue exam-related rackets while suppressing the protest. https://www.varthabharati.in/video/parliament-session-2264855

A man named Senti Mari, known for spreading hate speeches, suffered a heart attack and fell into a drain while intoxicated. He was rescued by Muslims coming out of a mosque who paid 3 lakh rupees for his surgery and donated rare blood to save him. During surgery, doctors were shocked to find his system filled with metaphorical 'poison' of hatred. Despite learning about his background as a hate-monger, the rescuers refused to take their money back, showcasing a profound act of humanity. https://www.varthabharati.in/budabudike/the-epic-story-of-saint-marys-intoxication-2265064