Australian singer Reuben de Melo, who was born in Goa and moved to Australia more than two decades ago as a boy, dropped out of engineering college to pursue music and has since carved a niche for himself in the creative field.

The national capital on Sunday recorded a minimum temperature of 11.1 degrees Celsius, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD).

Union Minister H D Kumaraswamy on Saturday dismissed speculation over confusion in the BJP-JD(S) alliance, asserting that there was clarity within them and that discussions on the chief minister post were premature.

The Karnataka government has requested the Ministry of External Affairs to extend all necessary assistance, coordinate with local law enforcement, and provide support to the family of a 22-year-old Indian postgraduate student who has gone missing in California, the US.

Media should not remain just a platform for delivering news, but must play a key role in promoting harmony, inclusiveness and a constructive atmosphere in society, said noted NRI entrepreneur and philanthropist Dr. Ronald Colaco.

Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar said he would not be shaken by protests after some youths raised “Go Back” slogans during a public event, asserting that he stands firmly by his principles.

The Supreme Court has sought the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India's (FSSAI) response on a suggestion to introduce front-of-pack labelling on packaged food products containing high levels of sugar, salt and saturated fat.

Udupi City Police have arrested five persons in connection with the assault on NSUI district leader Sharath Kunder over a minor issue.