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Time of India
11 hours ago
- Time of India
Tragic Drownings Linked to Online Defamation in Karnataka
UDUPI: A 93-year-old woman went missing on Aug 5 after leaving her home to visit a neighbour. Despite search efforts, her body was found three days later near a nearby stream swollen by heavy rains. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The deceased is Saraswathi. According to a complaint filed by her son, Vasantharaya, 55, of Hirebettu village, Saraswati left at around 12:30 pm, saying she was going to their neighbour Shyam's house to chew betel leaves and arecanut. She did not return home. A case was registered at Manipal Police Station. While searching for Saraswati, her body was discovered on Friday at around 6:20 pm amidst bushes on the bank of the Garudi Takshumati stream, which flows behind the complainant's house. It is suspected that between 12:30 pm and 1:00 pm, after visiting Shyam's house, she went to the streamside and was swept away by the strong currents of the swollen stream caused by heavy rainfall, resulting in her alleged drowning. An unnatural death case was registered at Manipal Police Station in connection with the incident. Man Found Dead in River A man was found dead in the Sowparnika River after going missing on Aug 7. The deceased is Natesh, 36. It is alleged that defamatory videos about him circulated by two individuals deeply affected him, leading to his suspected suicide. The Kollur Police have registered a case and an investigation is on. In a complaint, Madhukar, 38, of Kollur village, Byndoor, reported that his uncle's son, Natesh. fell into the flowing waters of the Sowparnika River at Sampre, Kollur. After a search, his dead body was found in the river near the Mavinakaru Bridge in Kollur. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now An unnatural death report was registered at Kollur Police Station. It is learnt that Natesh's car was found parked near the riverbank with the key inside. The car was parked near his home. On Friday morning, the complainant reportedly searched inside the car and found Natesh's mobile phone along with a small note. The note contained the mobile password and mentioned that the secret to his death was in the phone gallery. When the phone was opened and videos inside were viewed, it was found that two persons were allegedly spreading defamatory content about Natesh. Due to this, Natesh felt disturbed and decided to end his life. Based on the complaint, Kollur Police Station registered a case under Section 108 read with Section 3(5) of the BNS.
Time of India
28-07-2025
- General
- Time of India
PTR plans steps to raise awareness about tiger conservation
1 2 Daltonganj: The Palamu Tiger Reserve (PTR) is gearing up for a series of events to commemorate International Tiger Day on July 29. The celebrations aim to raise awareness about tiger conservation and promote tourism in the region. One of the key highlights of the day will be the inauguration of smart classes for the relocated communities of Jaigeer and Kujrum at Polpol. This initiative is part of the ongoing efforts to support the families who have voluntarily moved out of the core areas of the reserve to minimise human-wildlife conflict. In a bid to boost tourism, preparations are underway for a detailed project report on a proposed tiger safari. The safari is planned to be located at Phutwagarh, outside the 1,150 sqkm of the reserve, ensuring it does not disturb the natural habitat of the tigers. The Tiger Conservation Foundation will hold a crucial meeting at Betla later in the day, which is considered vital for the future of the PTR. The event will be graced by state finance minister Radha Krishana Kishore and tourism minister Sudivya Kumar, along with other dignitaries and wildlife officials. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 25 of the Best Cities to Live In Learn More Undo Chief conservator of forest and field director of PTR, S R Natesh, addressed the media on Monday, highlighting the challenges and achievements of the reserve. He emphasised the need for inviolate areas for tigers, citing human disturbances as a significant concern. "We are committed to creating more space for wildlife," Natesh said. The reserve, one of India's first nine tiger reserves, is home to 20 villages with a population of 8,000 people. Natesh praised the voluntary relocation of 22 families from Jaigeer village, who have now settled at Polpol, enjoying a better quality of life. Looking ahead, chief minister Hemant Soren is expected to release the human-animal conflict action plan in early August. This plan, developed with contributions from the WWF and the Wildlife Institute of India, aims to address and mitigate conflicts between humans and wildlife. Natesh also touched upon the ongoing discussions regarding a third railway track through the PTR, describing it as a "well-coordinated effort." Security concerns related to military camps within the reserve were acknowledged, though details were not elaborated.
Time of India
27-07-2025
- Time of India
Burglars steal gold, cash from locked home in Bengaluru
Bengaluru: Burglars broke into the house of a private firm owner in NGEF Layout near Mallathahalli Saturday night and fled with gold ornaments, cash, and other valuables. Natesh, a businessman at NGEF Layout in Nagarabhavi II Stage, and his family had gone to Mysuru earlier in the day and returned at 11.30pm. On arrival, they found the main door partially open and household items strewn across the floor. A quick check revealed that jewellery, cash, and valuables had been taken from the almirah and cupboards. Jnanabharathi police said ornaments weighing about 580 grams, Rs 3 lakh, and other items have been stolen. You Can Also Check: Bengaluru AQI | Weather in Bengaluru | Bank Holidays in Bengaluru | Public Holidays in Bengaluru
Time of India
13-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Samskara cinematographer heaps praise on Natesh Hegde's Vagachipani
Actor and director Natesh Hegde's latest directorial Vagachipani, was screened at the Sydney Film Festival and has drawn rave reviews. Amongst the audience was Australian director and cinematographer Tom Cowan. Cowan is also the cinematographer of the acclaimed Kannada film Samskara starring Girish Karnad that was directed by Pattabhirama Reddy. Natesh who was happy with the reception fetched by his film which stars Malayalam actor Dileep Pothan, tells us that the highlight of his trip is the text from Cowan following the screening of his film. 'Dear Natesh, I was so pleased to be able to be at the Sydney Film Festival screening of your movie Tiger's Pond. It's an excellent production, very affecting with images that linger in my mind. Your way of having the people be - and not pushing them into situations for the sake of 'story' made the village riveting to me. I am not against 'story', in fact I think that getting to a wide audience, a story helps them. But, as I said, your movie Tiger's Pond is so good without obvious dramatic manipulation. It has a special power because of your choices: the imagery, editing, performances' and theme. The theme of the tragedy of village life can be hackneyed if it is not deeply felt as you depiction is. Lesley and I both loved the movie and hope to see your next one. Best wishes, Tom,' reads the message. 'Noted Iranian filmmaker Jafar Panahi had also come for the screening and it made my day,' sums up Natesh.
Time of India
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Meaningful cinema isn't just for ‘art house' audiences; it's for everyone: Natesh Hegde
Natesh Hegde, filmmaker and actor behind Pedro and Vagachipani, says he's committed to making meaningful cinema. The filmmaker credits much of his inspiration to the iconic Kannada writer K P Poornachandra Tejaswi. 'Tejaswi's work didn't just reflect the place; it embodied its soul. That's the energy I try to bring into my films, too,' Natesh tells us. His upcoming project, Kurka, continues in that vein. 'The film, co-starring Vijay Raghavendra and directed by Ganesh Hegde of Neeli Hakki fame, has been shot in Uttar Karnataka — a region both Ganesh and I hail from. The terrain you'll see in the film is unlike what most associate with the area. It's a bit like what Rakshit Shetty did with Udupi in his films — it's rather unique,' shares Natesh, who also served as editor on the film. Excerpts from a chat: 'FILMS THRIVE CRITICALLY AND COMMERCIALLY ABROAD AFTER FESTIVALS; WHY NOT IN INDIA?' Reflecting on the industry's often rigid categorisation of films, Natesh says, 'I've travelled to many festivals around the world, and it's only in India that we segregate cinema as either 'festival films' or 'commercial films.' I've seen films that screened at international festivals perform brilliantly in their home countries — both critically and commercially. But in India, the moment a film plays at a festival, it's immediately labelled as 'art house. ' That label creates an unnecessary divide, that meaningful cinema isn't meant for everyone, and that's not true.' 'FESTIVAL EXPOSURE IS NOT JUST ABOUT PRESTIGE' Natesh emphasises that international screenings offer much more than accolades. 'Global exposure helps attract distributors and allows indie filmmakers to recover costs and sustain their craft. With Kurka , Ganesh, and I are working toward a theatrical release. Just because a film is atmospheric and experiential doesn't mean it lacks intensity or emotion. Even fast-paced, algorithm-driven content tries to create mood — so why draw boundaries?' he asks. As a filmmaker, I'm committed to telling stories that reflect my voice and sensibility. As an actor, my only question is — does this story resonate with me? Natesh 'AS AN ARTISTE, I FOLLOW THE STORY, NOT THE LABEL' Natesh says, 'As a filmmaker, I'm committed to telling stories that reflect my voice and sensibility. As an actor, my only question is — does this story resonate with me? I don't care if it's regional, experimental, or mainstream,' he avers. Natesh recently appeared in the Malayalam film Rifle Club, and has an upcoming Bollywood project with Anurag Kashyap. 'I've been approached for a satirical comedy and a love story set in the world of crime. I'm excited — these are new territories for me.' Check out our list of the latest Hindi , English , Tamil , Telugu , Malayalam , and Kannada movies . Don't miss our picks for the best Hindi movies , best Tamil movies, and best Telugu films .
