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News18
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Jagadish, Shwetha Menon Among Leading Names For Key AMMA Positions
Last Updated: Jagadish and Shwetha Menon are likely contenders for AMMA president. Mohanlal is likely to skip the contest. Baburaj and Joy Mathew are vying for general secretary. With Thursday marking the last date for filing nominations for the 17-member executive committee of the Association of Malayalam Movie Artists (AMMA), the distribution of nearly 110 nomination forms indicates an intense electoral contest ahead. AMMA currently has around 500 members. Speaking to IANS, popular comedian and character actor Jagadish confirmed that he will contest for the post of president. 'In the outgoing committee, I was one of the two vice-presidents. When the fresh elections were announced, I hoped either Kunchacko Boban or senior actor Vijayaraghavan would take over as president. But since both opted out, I decided to step in. I have already started reaching out to members for support," he said. Jagadish also noted that actor Shwetha Menon is likely to enter the race for the president's post. Meanwhile, actor Raveendran, known for his villain roles, said that incumbent president Mohanlal has clearly conveyed that he will not contest this time. 'Mohanlal has expressed his reluctance to continue, as he has been unfairly blamed for the actions of others. This has deeply hurt him," Raveendran said. He added that he, too, has collected nomination forms and that with the deadline set for 5 p.m. today, more clarity will emerge soon. Actors Baburaj and Joy Mathew are among those vying for the key post of general secretary. Unlike previous elections, there appears to be no official panel contesting as a bloc this time. Most candidates are expected to run independently. Mohanlal and his team were elected in 2024 for a three-year term. However, the explosive revelations in the Hema Committee report last year triggered a crisis in AMMA. Matters escalated when the secretary and actor Siddique resigned after being accused of misconduct by a former actress. Following Siddique's resignation, more allegations against other actors surfaced. Subsequently, Mohanlal announced his unwillingness to continue, prompting the entire 17-member executive committee to step down. An ad hoc committee led by Mohanlal has been overseeing affairs since then, until fresh elections could be scheduled. At AMMA's recently held annual general body meeting, it was decided that a new executive will be elected through a democratic process on August 15. The final list of candidates will be known by July 31, the last date for withdrawal of nominations. If multiple candidates remain in the fray, voting will be held on August 15. view comments First Published: July 24, 2025, 16:41 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Hans India
6 days ago
- Politics
- Hans India
BJP MLA questioned as prime accused flees to Dubai
Bengaluru: BJP MLA Byrathi Basavaraju, who has been named as the fifth accused in a rowdy sheeter murder case, appeared before the police in Bengaluru on Wednesday for a second round of questioning. The development has gained significance as sources reveal the police have found links between the main accused, Jagadish, and the BJP MLA. Basavaraju had also approached the High Court, seeking to quash the FIR filed against him. The court had declined to grant him immunity from arrest and directed him to cooperate with the investigation. He had appeared before the police last Saturday, also, when he was questioned for over three hours. Police sources further stated that the main accused, Jagadish alias Jagga, is still absconding. Investigations have revealed that he switched off his mobile phone on the day of the murder, left Bengaluru by car, reached Chennai, and then flew to Dubai. A police team from Bengaluru is en route to Dubai to gather more details. The police have already obtained relevant information from the immigration department. They suspect Jagadish may be hiding in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, or Sharjah. A lookout notice is being considered, pending approval from senior officials. So far, 11 people have been arrested in connection with the murder case. Byrathi Basavaraj represents the K.R. Puram Assembly constituency in Bengaluru. He was once a close associate of Chief Minister Siddaramaiah before joining the BJP through 'Operation Lotus.' His younger brother, Byrathi Suresh, is currently a close aide to CM Siddaramaiah and serves as the Minister for Urban Development and Town Planning. Basavaraj has been booked under murder charges and named as a fifth accused in connection with the killing of Shivaprakash alias Biklu Shiva, who was hacked to death in front of his residence on the night of July 15. The Bharatinagar police in Bengaluru have registered an FIR against the MLA. The complaint was filed by the victim's mother, Vijayalaxmi. The case took a new twist after the victim's mother stated that she never named the MLA in her police complaint. Speaking to the media last Thursday, Vijayalaxmi said, 'I have not given any complaint to the police against BJP MLA Byrathi Basavaraj. I have not named any accused persons. I was tense and overwhelmed after the murder of my son. The police themselves have added his name.' The Karnataka BJP has strongly objected to the police action against BJP MLA Byrathi Basavaraj in connection with the murder.
Time of India
16-07-2025
- Time of India
Gang hacks rowdy to death in Bengaluru, mother files plaint against MLA
Bengaluru: A 44-year-old rowdy was hacked to death by a gang near Halasuru lake on Tuesday night. The attack on Shiva Prakash VG alias Bikkalu Shiva was so brutal that his skull was smashed into pieces, and the face was totally disfigured. His mother has filed a complaint with police against KR Pura MLA (BJP) BA Basavaraja and others stating that her son was killed over a property in Kithaganur village. Shiva was a resident of Meanee Avenue Road at Hermit Colony in Sivanchetti Garden and a rowdy-sheeter at Bharathi Nagar police station. Police said the assailants attacked Shiva in front of a hotel on Meanee Avenue Road, a few metres away from his house, around 8.10pm when he was talking with his driver and another person. You Can Also Check: Bengaluru AQI | Weather in Bengaluru | Bank Holidays in Bengaluru | Public Holidays in Bengaluru People having food in the hotel witnessed the attack and ran away in panic. Police have detained five suspects. Row over property According to the complaint filed by Shiva's mother Vijayalaxmi, her son was in the real estate business and was associated with a developer firm. He purchased a property at Kithaganur in East Bengaluru in 2023, and he was a GPA (general power of attorney) holder. He built a shed and appointed two women as security. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like "혈액순환 대박입니다!'' 특허 받은 ''이것'',,면역력, 혈행, 활력 싹~ 20대처럼 가뿐해져!! 카이스트 건강비결 더 알아보기 Undo She alleged that on Feb 11, a few persons, including the main accused Jagadish and Kiran, barged into the property and threw the women out. Jagadish called Shiva and forced him to make him the GPA holder of the property as it was his area. He warned that he wouldn't spare him if he didn't do it. Shiva informed Jagadish he had no intention of selling the property. On July 13, Shiva left his house informing his family that he was attending a birthday party of a friend and would not be returning home that night. He reached home around 2pm on Tuesday. He went out of the house at 8pm and was attacked. The miscreants escaped in an SUV and two-wheelers. Vijayalaxmi alleged that the attack took place at the behest of the MLA and he was named as accused number 5 in the FIR. A case has been registered under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) sections 103 (punishment for murder) and 190 (every member of unlawful assembly guilty of offence committed in prosecution of common object). Box - 1 Shiva faced 11 cases According to police, Shiva was involved in 11 cases. A rowdy sheet was opened in 2006, and he recently attended the rowdy parade. Joint commissioner of police (East) B Ramesh said: "We will know the motive behind the murder once we find out who the assailants are." Box -2 Quote I don't have any information about the incident. I don't know who Bikkalu Shiva is, where the property is, or any other details. But without any reason, my name has been included in the FIR and I got to know about it only through the media. I will fight against it legally, and I'll contact the home minister to explain to him my innocence. I'm not sure if it's a political conspiracy or another reason. I will appear before police if they summon me for questioning MLA Basavaraja
Mint
04-07-2025
- Business
- Mint
Assetze Introduces ‘EOI', A New IT Model for Global Companies Entering India
HT Brand Studio Published 4 Jul 2025, 05:31 PM IST Bangalore, Karnataka, India – Business Wire India Assetze, an India-based IT asset management company, has supported countless businesses in scaling and running smooth IT operations. Its intuitive SaaS platform enables centralized control and real-time visibility, with companies reporting up to 2x improvement in operational Assetze is introducing its latest offering: Employer of IT (EOI). A comprehensive backend model built specifically for companies expanding into enables organizations to establish and scale their presence in India while entrusting their entire IT function to Assetze, from infrastructure setup to long-term support and maintenance. Expertise: Whether supporting a fast-growing global startup or an established enterprise, Assetze brings in-depth operational experience to deliver a reliable and compliant IT framework – with experience of serving over 150 companies across the globe. With an on-ground team managing setup, maintenance, and coordination, companies gain a dependable partner for all backend IT operations. Access: Beyond IT management, Assetze also offers Employer of Record (EOR) services, allowing companies to easily establish teams in India. The combination of EOI and EOR gives businesses a complete backend foundation for confidently launching and scaling operations. Results: EOI ensures that IT operations are aligned with security protocols and compliance standards from day one. By eliminating the need for multiple vendors or in-house IT teams, the model simplifies scaling while reducing operational risk and complexity. Several Y Combinator-backed companies already rely on Assetze for IT support, procurement, AI Infra, E-waste, and maintenance services across India. Jagadish V, one of the company's co-founders, expressed, 'Our EOI model has made it effortless for our global clients to establish reliable IT operations in India without building from scratch. It's a new and unique approach to solving a very real problem faced by companies looking to take advantage of India's skilled workforce.' Connect with Assetze: Jagadish V, Assetze, Jagadish@ Disclaimer: This article is a paid publication and does not have journalistic/editorial involvement of Hindustan Times. Hindustan Times does not endorse/subscribe to the content(s) of the article/advertisement and/or view(s) expressed herein. Hindustan Times shall not in any manner, be responsible and/or liable in any manner whatsoever for all that is stated in the article and/or also with regard to the view(s), opinion(s), announcement(s), declaration(s), affirmation(s) etc., stated/featured in the same.
The Hindu
01-07-2025
- Business
- The Hindu
Devanahalli: Landlords became farm labourers after losing their lands to projects
Jagadish, a farmer from Polanahalli of Devanahalli taluk, never faced any major financial issues, though his undivided large family had just 3.5 acres. He was an enterprising and hardworking farmer who cultivated multiple crops, including vegetables and flowers on his fertile land besides rearing cows and sheep. Proximity to Bengaluru market too ensured remunerative prices for his crops. He was excited when the government set in motion the acquisition of 2 acres of his land for an Aerospace Park, as the offer was ₹1.10 crore per acre as compensation, against the then prevailing rate of ₹60 to ₹70 lakh per acre. He got the compensation amount sometime in 2018. But now, seven years later, he is a financially devastated man. From the earlier social status of being a landlord, he has been reduced to working as a farm labourer along with his wife to take care of his family. 'I finally got a pittance as the list of legal heirs to the family property grew, and I also had to pay bribes to the tune of 20%-25% to get the compensation. The prices around my land that was acquired by the government, have touched ₹8 crore per acre now. Forget buying farm land, I cannot even afford to buy a residential plot in my village now,' lamented Mr. Jagadish. The Hindu met him during the media visit organised by the protesting farmers' group to the villages in Channarayapatna hobli of Devanahalli taluk, where land is proposed to be acquired for the second phase of the Aerospace Park. Second blow Now the government is set to acquire the remaining 1.5 acres of Mr. Jagadish's land. But strongly resisting this, he declared, 'I would rather die than give up land again. This is not just land, but our livelihood and family's future.' Mr. Jagadish's story is not unique but that of many farmers who lost their lands earlier in these areas. Given the precedent of how land losers have suffered, other farmers in 13 villages of Channarayapatna hobli, where lands to the tune of 1,777 acres are set to be acquired in the second phase of the project, have decided against parting with their land. Ramesh Cheemachanahalli, whose land too is set to be acquired and who is one of the activists who played a key role in organising land losing farmers to stage a marathon protest since April 4, 2022, said, 'Unlike other areas in the State, Devanahalli has not just got fertile lands and conducive weather, but also good agri market access, with several private companies buying farmers' produce directly from the farm. Taking away these lands is nothing but taking away the livelihoods and lives of farmers.' He says lands from about 650 families are set to be acquired. Endorsing his views, young farmer Pramod of Polanahalli says his joint family earns a net profit of about ₹12 lakh a year from six acres where it grows grapes, vegetables, and flowers, besides taking up animal husbandry. Pointing towards his house, tractor, and van being used to transport flowers to the market, he wonders whether he can continue to have a similar lifestyle if his lands are taken away. His fellow villager Veeranna, a former secretary of local milk producers' co-operative society of KMF, says the milk production in the village had already reduced by nearly 50% from the earlier 600 litres a day after huge parcels of lands were acquired for the project in the first phase. Choose judiciously The farmers in these villages collectively declare that they would not part with their lands even if the government increases compensation. 'The government should judiciously choose suitable land for acquisition for industrial purpose instead of picking fertile lands like ours,' they say. These farmers are anxiously waiting to know the outcome of the State Cabinet meeting on Wednesday and the meeting with Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Friday to decide their future course of action.
