Former Karnataka DGP Om Prakash was allegedly murdered by his wife Pallavi and daughter Kriti at their HSR Layout home. His son Kartikesh filed a complaint, citing prior threats. Om Prakash was found with fatal injuries. Both accused have been arrested, and further investigation is ongoing to uncover the motive.
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State transport buses to Karnataka were suspended after pro-Kannada activists attacked an MSRTC bus. The Karnataka state transport conductor was also assaulted for not responding in Marathi, leading to arrests and a counter-case under the POCSO Act. Authorities are investigating both incidents amidst regional tensions in Belagavi.
Ukraine surpassed India as the world's top arms importer in 2020-24, with its imports rising significantly due to its war with Russia. India's arms imports, driven by tensions with China and Pakistan, accounted for 8.3% of global imports. India's imports from Russia decreased, while imports from France and Israel increased.
KL Rahul, initially set to rest until the Champions Trophy, has now been asked by the BCCI to play in the upcoming three-match ODI series against England at home in February, to gain match practice. Rahul, India's top wicketkeeper-batter in ODIs, opted out of the Vijay Hazare Trophy to recuperate.
India's Jasprit Bumrah has called for patience as the team navigates a transitional phase with emerging players during the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Despite India's inconsistent performance, Bumrah has been a standout performer, taking 18 wickets. He emphasized the need for understanding and support for the less experienced bowlers adapting to challenging Australian conditions.
Legendary Malayalam playback singer P Jayachandran, known for his romantic songs and with over 16,000 recordings, passed away in Thrissur due to cancer. He earned numerous awards, including a National Film Award and five Kerala State Film Awards. His legacy has left a significant impact on Indian music.
Congress MP from Sitapur, Rakesh Rathore, has been arrested on rape charges following a complaint by a woman. The high court had rejected his anticipatory bail plea and directed him to surrender. The woman alleges the MP sexually assaulted her on the pretext of marriage and threatened her into silence.
The finance ministry has initiated the search for a new Sebi chairman as Madhabi Puri Buch's term ends in February. Eligible candidates must be above 50 years old with 25 years of experience in relevant fields. Puri Buch is eligible for reappointment despite being involved in a controversy involving the Adani Group.
Union Budget 2025 speech date, time: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is scheduled to present the Union Budget 2025 this week. This will be her eighth Budget presentation, with significant focus expected on capital expenditure for roadways and railways.
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