Karnataka

Karnataka Advocate Falls Victim to Elaborate Trump Hotel Investment Scam, Losing Nearly ₹6 Lakh

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Haveri, India — A 38-year-old advocate in Karnataka fell victim to a sophisticated scam that involved cybercriminals duping him of approximately ₹6 lakh through a fake investment opportunity. The scammers lured him into investing in a fraudulent scheme centered on Trump Hotels, promising substantial returns on his contributions. The scheme utilized an AI-generated video featuring a digital representation of former U.S. President Donald Trump, effectively captivating the lawyer’s attention. Following his discovery of this investment opportunity on YouTube in January, he engaged with the content, which directed him to download a mobile application that appeared … Read more

Tragic End for Young Karnataka Woman Facing Harassment Over Skin Color

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GADAG, India — In a tragic incident, a young woman took her own life after enduring months of harassment over her skin color from her in-laws in Gadag, a city in Karnataka, police said. Pooja Ayyanagoudar, 24, who had been married for just four months, was reportedly subjected to constant taunts about her complexion by her mother-in-law and her husband’s elder brother. The harassment came to a tragic end on April 15 when Ayyanagoudar was found deceased at her in-laws’ residence. Following the discovery, her parents lodged a complaint with local authorities, leading to the … Read more

Karnataka State Awards 2020 Honors Late Sanchari Vijay with Prestigious Jury Prize

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Bengaluru, India – In a celebration that brought both joy and poignant remembrance to the Karnataka film fraternity, the late film artist Sanchari Vijay was honored with a posthumous Jury Award at the Karnataka State Awards 2020. Vijay, who tragically lost his life in a road accident in June 2021, was commemorated for his exceptional contributions to Kannada cinema. Sanchari Vijay, renowned for his versatile acting skills, was particularly celebrated for his role in the movie “Naanu Avanalla Avalu,” which previously earned him a National Film Award. His ability to embody complex characters won him … Read more

Spotlight on Talent: Prajwal Devaraj and Akshatha Pandavapura Claim Top Honors at the Karnataka State Film Awards 2020

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Karnataka, India – The Karnataka State Film Awards of 2020 have recently unveiled their winners, spotlighting the vast creative talents in the regional cinema sector. In an impressive lineup, actors Prajwal Devaraj and Akshatha Pandavapura clinched the Best Actor and Best Actress awards for their roles in “Gentleman” and “Pinki Elli?” respectively, highlighting the depth of acting prowess within Karnataka’s film industry. “Pinki Elli?”, a drama directed by Prithvi Konanur, came out on top as the Best Film, standing out for its poignant storytelling and direction. The film has garnered attention both for its artistic … Read more