Director Duniya Vijay has released the first song 'Kandamma' from his upcoming film 'City Lights'. He praised the lead actor Vinay Rajkumar as 'Bangara' (Gold) for his character and talent. The film marks the debut of Vijay's daughter, Monisha Vijaykumar, as the lead actress. The song is composed by Charan Raj and sung by Sanjith Hegde. Vijay expressed his happiness over the chemistry between the lead pair and shared his appreciation for the Rajkumar family scion's dedication. https://kannada.news18.com/news/entertainment/duniya-vijay-daughter-monisha-vijay-kumar-vinay-rajkumar-city-lights-kandamma-song-release-rvj-dvp-2-2451215.html

The article highlights the spiritual significance of Wednesdays in the month of Ashadha. It suggests worshipping Lord Ganesha and Lord Shiva for prosperity and success. Key rituals include offering Durva grass and red flowers to Ganesha, donating green moong dal to mitigate Mercury-related astrological issues, and performing milk Abhisheka for Lord Shiva. These practices are believed to remove financial obstacles and bring peace to one's life. https://kannada.news18.com/news/astrology/ashada-wednesday-ganesha-shiva-worship-removes-troubles-avh-ws-l-2450332.html

A 'Chalo Sansad' rally in Delhi organized by the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) against NEET exam irregularities turned controversial due to anti-national slogans. Protesters threatened to demolish the Parliament building and create a situation similar to the unrest in Bangladesh and Nepal. Demanding the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, the protest led to a violent clash with Delhi police, who used lathi-charge and tear gas to disperse the crowd. Following an assurance of talks from the government, CJP founder Abhijit Dipke ended his indefinite fast. https://saakshatv.com/will-make-india-like-bangladesh-and-nepal-protesters-stir-controversy-during-cjp-march-in-delhi/

Famous astrologer Chirag Daruwalla provides today's numerology predictions. Numbers 1, 3, 6, and 9 are expected to have a favorable day with financial gains and career progress. Numbers 4, 7, and 8 need to be cautious regarding investments and emotional decisions. Health tips and remedies like reciting Hanuman Chalisa are suggested for specific birth numbers. https://kannada.news18.com/photogallery/astrology/best-day-for-this-numbers-daily-numerology-22-july-2026-ganesha-grace-by-chirag-daruwalla-avh-2452307.html

Archaeological excavations in Mandya and Mysuru districts have unearthed over 35 idols of Ravana, surprising historians. The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) found around 15-20 idols in Maddur and Malavalli, while expert Prof. N.S. Rangaraju discovered a similar number in areas including Bannur and T. Narasipura. This discovery is significant given the region's existing mythological connections to the Ramayana and Mahabharata. https://kannada.asianetnews.com/karnataka-districts/mandya-and-mysuru-more-than-30-idols-of-ravana-found-during-excavation-historians-are-surprised-mrq/articleshow-t80dghl

MESCOM has announced scheduled power outages on July 21 across major parts of Mangaluru and Udupi due to emergency maintenance work. Affected areas include Mangaluru, Mudabidri, Manipal, and surrounding regions with timings ranging from 9:30 AM to 6:00 PM. Additionally, parts of Chikkamagaluru will face power cuts on July 22 for link-line works. Residents are advised to charge electronic devices and plan accordingly. https://kannada.news18.com/news/mangaluru/mescom-mangaluru-udupi-power-cut-today-svl-local18-ws-l-2451785.html

India faces Zimbabwe in a three-match T20 series starting Thursday in Harare. Under captain Shreyas Iyer, the young Indian side is eager to return to winning ways after losing six out of their last seven T20 matches. V.V.S. Laxman serves as the head coach for this tour. All eyes are on 15-year-old batting sensation Vaibhav Suryavanshi, who is expected to open with Abhishek Sharma. Sanju Samson is not part of this series. The match is scheduled to start at 4:30 PM IST. https://www.prajavani.net/sports/cricket/india-vs-zimbabwe-t20is-series-preview-4141667

Lung cancer is not exclusive to smokers. According to Dr. Baibhav Khajaria of Fortis Hospital, factors like air pollution (PM2.5, PM10), exposure to asbestos, and genetics are significant causes. Despite 85% of cases being linked to tobacco, non-smokers in regions like West Bengal are showing increased incidence. Experts recommend reducing exposure to industrial pollution, using HEPA air filters indoors, and opting for early screening to detect the disease in its initial stages. https://kannada.news18.com/photogallery/lifestyle/non-smokers-can-get-cancer-too-did-you-know-mnk-ws-bl-2452819.html

Following consecutive losses post-T20 World Cup, Team India undergoes major changes for the Zimbabwe tour under Shreyas Iyer's leadership. Key players like Sanju Samson and Axar Patel are excluded, making way for youngsters like Rinku Singh, Mayank Yadav, and debutant Prabhsimran Singh. The 3-match T20 series starts July 23 in Harare. https://kannada.asianetnews.com/gallery/cricket-sports/team-india-major-surgery-6-players-out-zimbabwe-series-new-faces-bmk-9rupfc6

The third song from the upcoming Kannada movie 'Ayogya 2', titled 'Hudgeer Dangerous', was recently released in Hubballi. Starring Satish Ninasam and Rachita Ram, the film is directed by Mahesh Kumar and produced by M. Munegowda. The song is composed by Arjun Janya, written by Chethan Kumar, and sung by Vijay Prakash. The actor expressed confidence that the rural-themed content will resonate across Karnataka. The movie is scheduled for a statewide release on August 7. https://udayavani.com/cinema/hudgir-dangerous-this-is-the-speech-of-a-worthless-person-815717