UK Allows US Use of Bases for Iran Strikes in Hormuz

The British government has authorized the United States to utilize UK military bases for defensive operations against Iranian missile positions targeting ships in the Strait of Hormuz, following a shift in Prime Minister Keir Starmer's stance amid escalat

Diploma Engineers Win Building Bylaw Amendment in Mangaluru

Mangaluru City South MLA D Vedavyas Kamath announced that the state government has amended the Model Building Bylaw to allow experienced diploma civil engineers to resume all types of construction work, following years of restrictions.

Uttarakhand Panic Over Sudden Weather Alert Test

Thousands in Uttarakhand received sudden mobile alerts warning of adverse weather, causing brief panic. Officials clarified it was a test of a new early warning system using Cell Broadcasting technology.

Govt Bill to Retain IPS Deputation in Paramilitary Forces

The Indian government is set to introduce a Bill in the Rajya Sabha to override a Supreme Court judgment from May 2025 that mandated reducing IPS deputation in paramilitary forces up to the Inspector General rank within two years.

Haveri Police Bust Drug Ring, Seize 10.7kg Ganja

Haveri Town police arrested two childhood friends for allegedly smuggling ganja from Odisha and selling it locally. Authorities seized 10.7kg of contraband worth Rs 5.3 lakh in a major drug bust operation.

Belagavi: Man Killed by Relative in Road Dispute

A 33-year-old photographer was hacked to death by his 30-year-old relative in Dodwad village, Bailhongal taluk, Belagavi, following an old grudge and a fight over crossing a road near their houses. Police have arrested the accused.

Mysuru Lists 93 Drought-Prone Villages, Readies Water Plan

Mysuru zilla panchayat has identified 93 villages as drought-vulnerable for summer, with Periyapatna taluk having the highest at 18. Officials are directed to ease water shortages, ensure fodder supply, and hire private borewells and tankers if needed.

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