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Hindustan Times
27-05-2025
- Business
- Hindustan Times
‘Nehru gave us HAL, it's our pride': DK Shivakumar counters Andhra's bid to shift defence projects from Bengaluru
Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar on Tuesday firmly opposed any attempt to move the Hindustan Aeronautics Limited's (HAL) key defence manufacturing projects—the Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) and Light Combat Aircraft (LCA)—out of Bengaluru, calling HAL the 'pride of Karnataka.' Also Read - Bengaluru Airport ramps up traffic surveillance with new CCTV network across junctions Amid reports that Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu has offered 10,000 acres in the Lepakshi-Madakasira region of Anantapur district to relocate HAL's AMCA and LCA units, Shivakumar said Karnataka would not allow what has been built over decades to be moved elsewhere. 'HAL is our pride. We will not allow what has been functioning here to be shifted,' Shivakumar told reporters. He underscored Karnataka's historical role in India's defence manufacturing, pointing out that Jawaharlal Nehru had laid the foundation for HAL's presence in the state and that the legacy should be preserved. He added that Karnataka has already offered land for HAL's expansion in Tumakuru and Bengaluru and remains open to facilitating further growth. 'If they want to expand, we are ready to support that here,' he said. Also Read - Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah tells health officials to stay prepared amid COVID-19 rise Shivakumar also highlighted the state's existing infrastructure that supports defence production. 'Bidar has a base. Bengaluru has a base. We have two HAL airports in Bengaluru — one in Yelahanka and one at HAL itself,' he added. The comments come as Andhra Pradesh tries to woo HAL with a strategic land offer barely an hour from Bengaluru International Airport. CM Naidu is believed to have urged the central government to consider setting up the aircraft manufacturing units in Anantapur, pointing to the proximity and land availability. Karnataka Industries Minister MB Patil also pushed back against the idea of relocating HAL operations from the state. He said it's one thing to request a new facility during an expansion phase, but quite another to seek a shift of established infrastructure. 'Asking for a new unit is understandable. But asking for what already exists in Karnataka to be shifted is not just unfair—it's alarming,' Patil said.
Hindustan Times
27-05-2025
- Business
- Hindustan Times
Bengaluru's tech workforce crosses 1 million, ranks among top 12 global hubs
Bengaluru has cemented its position as one of the world's leading technology hubs, joining the ranks of cities like San Francisco, New York, and London, as per CBRE's newly released Global Tech Talent Guidebook 2025, news agency PTI report. According to the report, with a tech workforce that has now crossed the 1 million mark, the city stands out as the largest tech talent market in the Asia-Pacific region. (Also Read: Bengaluru Airport ramps up traffic surveillance with new CCTV network across junctions) The guidebook, which evaluates 115 global markets based on talent availability, quality, and cost, categorises cities into Powerhouse, Established, and Emerging tech markets. Bengaluru was named among the 12 Powerhouse markets, alongside Beijing, Boston, London, Paris, Singapore, Tokyo, and others, the report added. According to CBRE, Bengaluru is not just growing fast, it's setting benchmarks. The city leads India in AI-related talent and has been likened to top US clusters like the San Francisco Bay Area and New York for its deep pool of AI professionals. Anshuman Magazine, Chairman & CEO of CBRE for India, Southeast Asia, the Middle East, and Africa, credited the rise to India's growing expertise in digital innovation and its vast, ready talent pool. 'Bengaluru's emergence as a global tech powerhouse reflects India's strategic depth in digital innovation, AI, and talent readiness,' he said. The city also ranks fourth among global tech hubs for its share of working-age population (75.5 per cent), and saw a 2.4 per cent rise in this segment between 2019 and 2024, one of the highest globally. CBRE highlighted that Bengaluru's robust startup ecosystem, home to 28 unicorns, benefits from progressive business regulations and institutional backing. Leading universities and a high concentration of Global Capability Centres (GCCs) are fuelling a steady supply of tech talent skilled in data science, engineering, product development, and AI. Between 2018 and 2023, Bengaluru recorded a 12 per cent increase in tech employment, closely tracking global growth trends. Venture capital inflows have kept pace. In 2024, the city attracted 140 VC deals worth $3.3 billion—34 of them in AI. Other Indian cities are also making strides. Delhi-NCR logged 183 VC deals totalling $1.9 billion (42 in AI), while Mumbai followed with 167 deals worth $4.9 billion, including 26 in AI. Jaipur and Ahmedabad, too, are being recognised as part of India's diversifying tech ecosystem. As the global demand for tech talent expands beyond traditional clusters, CBRE attributes Bengaluru's sustained rise to favourable demographics, strong educational infrastructure, quality of life, and access to real estate and capital. With all these factors aligning, the city is poised to remain a central node in the global innovation network. (With PTI inputs) (Also Read: Bengaluru accounts for 73 of Karnataka's 80 active Covid-19 cases)
Hans India
11-05-2025
- Politics
- Hans India
Andhra Pradesh gives hero's farewell to martyred soldier
Hundreds of people on Sunday bid tearful adieu to Army jawan M. Murali Naik who was killed during the cross-border firing by the Pakistani forces along the Line of Control. The last rites of the Angniveer were conducted with full military honours in the presence of Andhra Pradesh ministers V. Anitha, Savitha, Nara Lokesh, Satya Kumar and Army officials at Kallithanda hamlet of Gorantla mandal in Sri Sathya Sai district. Gun salute and ceremonial draping of the tricolor marked the solemn farewell to the fallen hero. Lokesh, who is the son of Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu, was one of the pallbearers in the funeral procession. Family members, relatives, friends, politicians belonging to various parties, people from surrounding villages, police and civil officials bid adieu to the valiant soldier. The participants in the funeral procession raised slogans of 'Murali Naik amar rahe' and vowed their support to the armed forces. After laying a wreath, Lokesh saluted the martyred soldier. He consoled his family members. The minister personally supervised the arrangements for the funeral and gave necessary directions to the officials. Earlier, the state government announced Rs.50 lakh for the family of Murali Naik. The state government also announced five acres land and 300 square yards house site for the family. It also decided to give job to a member of the family. The announcements were made by Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan after paying his last respects to the jawan in the morning. The Jana Sena leader also personally announced Rs.25 lakh assistance for Murali Naik's family. The Deputy CM laid a wreath and paid homage to the martyred soldier. He also consoled the family of the 25-year-old jawan. The actor-politician assured the family that the state and the Central governments will extend all possible assistance to them. Pawan Kalyan said a bronze statue of Murali Naik would be installed in the district headquarter. The mortal remains of Murali Naik reached his home on Saturday. The body first arrived at Bengaluru Airport, where it was received by BC Welfare Minister S. Savitha. Later, the slain soldier's body was shifted to Gorantla in a military convoy. Enroute to Naik's village, hundreds of people paid tributes by showering petals. Murali Naik, an Agniveer, was martyred in the firing by Pakistani forces along Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir on the night of May 8. Naik, who hailed from a poor agricultural family of the tribal hamlet, was posted along the tense LoC in Jammu & Kashmir when the Pakistan Army resorted to ceasefire violations, launching heavy artillery and mortar attacks, post India's Operation Sindoor. Murali was the only son of Mudavath Sriram Naik and Mudavath Jyothi Bai, both working as agricultural labourers in Gorantla mandal.
Time of India
11-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Nation salutes Andhra Pradesh soldier Murali Naik: Final rites held amid chants and tears
Agniveer Mudavath Murali Naik, 23, was martyred during 'Operation Sindoor' in Jammu and Kashmir, his last rites were performed with full state honors in Andhra Pradesh NEW DELHI: The last rites of Agniveer Mudavath Murali Naik were performed with full state honours on Sunday at his native village, Kalli Thanda, in Sri Sathya Sai district of Andhra Pradesh. According to news agency PTI, the 23-year-old soldier from the Kalli Thanda village of Gorantla mandal died around 2am Friday at a reserve area in Jammu and Kashmir during an exchange of fire as part of ' Operation Sindoor '. His body reached his hometown late on Saturday night, following an official handover and ceremonial honours. According to a press release, the mortal remains of Naik were transported from Bengaluru Airport—where they were received by BC Welfare Minister and Penukonda MLA S Savitha—to Gorantla in a military convoy of nearly 300 vehicles. En route, hundreds of mourners paid their respects, showering flower petals and waving the national flag. Operation Sindoor Amid flare-up hours after thaw, officials say things will settle down with time Ceasefire on, but pressure stays: Key decisions by India against Pak that still stand 'Will work with India & Pakistan to seek solution on Kashmir': Trump From Gummayyagaripalli Cross to Kalli Thanda, Naik's body was taken in a solemn procession accompanied by government officials, villagers, and supporters chanting 'Bharat Mata ki Jai' and 'Murali Naik amar rahe'. Upon reaching his home, grief-stricken family members, including his mother Jyothi Bai, broke down as people raised slogans of 'Vande Mataram'. Minister Savitha was seen trying to console the bereaved family. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like AI guru Andrew Ng recommends: Read These 5 Books And Turn Your Life Around in 2025 Blinkist: Andrew Ng's Reading List Undo Deputy chief minister Pawan Kalyan and IT minister Nara Lokesh also paid their respects during the last rites. Speaking to the media, Kalyan announced financial support for the soldier's family. 'Chief minister N Chandrababu Naidu has announced Rs 50 lakh ex-gratia, five acres of agricultural land, 300 square yards of land for housing to the family of Murali Naik. A government job will also be given to Naik's family after the Cabinet's discussion,' Kalyan said. He also offered Rs 25 lakh personally to support the grieving family. 'The state bows in respect to Naik's bravery. His service to the nation will not be forgotten,' Lokesh added. The young Agniveer had spoken to his parents—who live in Ghatkopar's Kamraj Nagar in Mumbai—via video call around 8am on Thursday, just hours before the fatal incident. 'He had just returned from duty and was still in his uniform. He said he had to go back in the evening. We asked him if he had had his breakfast and that was the last time we saw his face,' recalled his father, Shriram. The family, originally from Andhra Pradesh, had moved to Mumbai 30 years ago in search of livelihood. Shriram and his wife were visiting their hometown when they received the devastating news and reportedly fainted on hearing it. 'We are proud that he was martyred while protecting the country, but as parents, we have paid a huge price. He was our only child and we have lost him,' he said. Naik, who was part of the first batch of recruits under the Centre's Agnipath scheme, is survived by his parents and extended family, including his maternal uncle Laxman Naik. The Andhra Pradesh government stated that Naik's sacrifice will be honoured with full support to the bereaved family, and his memory will be preserved in the annals of the state's service to the nation. Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Mother's Day wishes , messages , and quotes !
Hans India
11-05-2025
- Politics
- Hans India
Mortal remains of Veer Jawan Murali Naik received with military honours
Bengaluru: As part of Operation Sindoor, Veer Jawan Murali Naik, a native of Kallithanda village in Gorantla Mandal, Penukonda Constituency, attained martyrdom during the Pakistan conflict. His mortal remains were received with full military honours by army officials at the Bengaluru Airport. Following the military salute, Andhra Pradesh BC Welfare, Handlooms & Textiles Minister Savithamma, along with Maharashtra Industries Minister Uday Samant, joined military officers in escorting the body with official protocol. Minister Uday Samant also visited the martyr's home in Talli Tanda village, Gorantla Mandal, paid his respects, and consoled the grieving parents. In a compassionate gesture, he connected the bereaved family via video call with Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, who offered his condolences and assured government support. Popular singer Mangli Bai also visited the family, offered words of comfort, and assured them of solidarity during this difficult time.
