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The Karnataka Government has announced plans to develop a 30-acre IT Park in Kalaburagi to promote technology, innovation and employment opportunities beyond Bengaluru. The initiative will be supported by KRIYA – Kalaburagi Research, Innovation and Youth Accelerator, aimed at encouraging startups, innovation and young entrepreneurs in the region.

The India Meteorological Department has issued a yellow alert for Kalaburagi for the next 24 hours, forecasting thundershowers and strong surface winds. Residents are advised to stay updated with official weather alerts and take necessary precautions during thunderstorms and heavy rain.

Indian equity markets recorded a cautious start on Tuesday as continuing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East affected investor sentiment. The Nifty 50 and Sensex both moved lower during trading. Rising crude oil prices and uncertainty in international markets have added pressure on investors. Market participants are also watching developments surrounding the monthly derivatives expiry. Several sectors traded under pressure, while investors continued to monitor global economic and geopolitical developments. Market movements are expected to remain sensitive to international news during the trading session.

Applications from Indian students to undergraduate colleges in the United States have recorded a significant decline, according to a new report. The development is attracting attention among students and education institutions. The report indicates that applications from Indian students fell while overall international undergraduate applications also experienced a decline. Changing visa conditions and uncertainty surrounding international education are among the factors being closely watched by students planning to study in the United States.

Heavy rainfall has caused widespread waterlogging and traffic disruptions across parts of Delhi-NCR. Several roads have been affected, creating difficulties for commuters and residents. Gurugram and Noida have also reported significant waterlogging following the intense rainfall. Traffic movement has been affected in several locations. Authorities are monitoring the situation and issuing weather-related advisories. Residents have been advised to remain cautious while travelling through waterlogged areas.

Karnataka’s Food Safety and Drugs Administration Department has suspended the food licences of Amazon, Swiggy Instamart and BigBasket over listings involving datura products. The authorities said the products were being displayed on the platforms in a manner that raised food-safety concerns. Datura is a poisonous plant and its consumption can be dangerous. Food-safety officials have directed the platforms to remove the concerned listings and advertisements. The companies have been asked to comply with the department’s directions and provide the necessary information to authorities. The action has brought renewed attention to safety standards for food products sold through online platforms.

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) conducted searches at multiple locations across five states in connection with an ongoing cyber-terrorism investigation. The case is linked to alleged Distributed Denial-of-Service attacks targeting government websites during Operation Sindoor. The searches were carried out in Maharashtra, Gujarat, Telangana, Bihar and Delhi. Investigators are examining digital devices and other material collected during the searches. The investigation is focused on identifying individuals involved in the alleged cyber attacks and determining the wider network behind them. Further action is expected as the investigation progresses.