Cyber criminals are posing as Booth Level Officers (BLO) to defraud citizens during the ongoing Special Summary Revision of electoral rolls. Scammers call victims claiming technical errors in their voter applications and ask for an OTP to 'fix' the issue. Once the OTP is shared, money is stolen from the victim's bank account. The Election Commission of India has clarified that no official will ever ask for an OTP. The public is advised to use only official websites or the Voter Helpline app and report any fraud to the 1930 helpline. https://saakshatv.com/dont-share-your-otp-fake-blo-calls-draining-bank-accounts-across-the-country/

Scheduled power outages are expected in Bengaluru on Monday, July 20, 2026, due to urgent maintenance work by KPTCL at the Welcast and Byatarayanapura sub-stations. Areas like Sahakara Nagar, Jalahalli, and Amrutahalli will face power cuts for 4 to 5 hours. Additionally, Chikmagalur district will experience outages on July 19 for feeder construction. BESCOM and MESCOM have issued official alerts. https://kannada.timesnownews.com/news/power-cut-in-bengaluru-monday-july-20-there-will-be-no-electricity-here-is-areas-list-article-155129874

Mushrooms are nutritious but can be toxic if not chosen and cleaned correctly. Fresh mushrooms should be firm, white, or cream-colored without dark spots. During monsoon, high humidity causes them to spoil quickly. It's crucial to wash them under running water instead of soaking. The article also warns about lethal wild mushrooms like Death Cap and Destroying Angel found in India's Western Ghats and Himalayas, which can cause organ failure. https://kannada.news18.com/photogallery/lifestyle/food-how-to-clean-and-store-mushrooms-how-to-identify-good-mushrooms-ach-2449884.html

According to numerology, people born on the 1st, 10th, 19th, or 28th of any month belong to Radix 1, ruled by the Sun. While they are loyal and deeply caring in love, their dominant nature and high self-esteem can make relationships challenging. They often expect their partners to yield during conflicts and have high expectations. Understanding their ego and approaching them with respect and love is key to a lasting relationship with them. https://kannada.asianetnews.com/gallery/festivals/numerology-people-born-on-these-days-are-risky-partners-1z7y04v

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Chennamma, the wife of former Prime Minister H.D. Deve Gowda, passed away on July 18 evening at Manipal Hospital in Bengaluru. She was admitted on July 15 due to respiratory issues and age-related ailments. Despite medical efforts, she breathed her last today. H.D. Deve Gowda expressed deep grief over the loss of his supportive wife who managed the family throughout his political career. https://tv9kannada.com/videos/former-pm-hd-deve-gowda-emotional-over-his-wife-chennammas-demise-1213699.html

A tragic stampede occurred on the first day of the Jagannath Rath Yatra in Puri, Odisha, resulting in the death of one devotee and injuries to over 200 others. The incident took place on Grand Road due to massive crowds and heavy rainfall, leading to breathlessness among several devotees. The Special Rescue Unit (SRU) intervened to shift the injured to hospitals. Security has been tightened along the yatra route to manage the millions of devotees attending the festival. https://publicnext.com/news/national/india/accident/kn/jagannath-rath-yatra-stampede-in-puri-1-dead-over-200-devotees-hospitalised-1275787

Police have arrested Sagar Bhimaraya, one of the three convicts who escaped from Kalaburagi Central Jail on July 14. Sagar, a resident of Bakachowdi village, was apprehended by the Bidar district police team at Bhalki bus stand. Previously, another escapee named Santosh was caught in Kalaburagi after being shot in the leg during the pursuit. The search operation by the joint police teams of Kalaburagi and Bidar districts continues for the remaining fugitive. https://udayavani.com/district-news/bidar-another-prisoner-who-escaped-from-jail-arrested-057462

Due to quarterly maintenance work at the Anandnagar 110/11 KV power distribution center in Hubballi, power supply will be interrupted on July 18. The outage will last from 10 AM to 5 PM, affecting several areas including Anand Nagar, Karwar Road, Siddharoodha Math, and Akshay Park. HESCOM has requested residents to cooperate during this period. https://publicnext.com/news/district/hubballi-dharwad/waterpower/kn/hubballi-power-supply-will-be-disrupted-in-various-parts-of-the-city-on-july-18-1275909

A young woman named Lavanya was brutally murdered at B.C. Road in Bantwal, Dakshina Kannada. The terrifying act, where the attacker chased and assaulted her near the bus stand, was captured on CCTV. MP Brijesh Chowta and other dignitaries visited her residence in Kakkepadavu to offer condolences during the final rites. https://publicnext.com/news/district/udupi/crime/kn/shocking-murder-in-bantwal-b-woman-murdered-on-c-road-cctv-captured-1276072