Congress govt in Karnataka will fall if caste census is released: KS Eshwarappa
Bengaluru: Former minister KS Eshwarappa launched a scathing attack on the Congress government in Karnataka, asserting that the release of the caste census would lead to the downfall of the Congress. He accused Siddaramaiah and the Congress of creating confusion around the caste census issue.
Addressing the media, Eshwarappa highlighted the internal confusion within the Congress party, stating that MLAs were discontented due to a lack of funds for development. He criticized the state government for its alleged failure in promoting development, and referred to Karnataka as an "ATM for the Congress high command."
Eshwarappa expressed certainty about Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar facing imprisonment either before or after the Lok Sabha elections. He claimed that the court had given approval for a CBI investigation, alleging that illegal money transactions had been linked to Shivakumar.
Accusing Shivakumar of amassing illicit wealth, Eshwarappa stated that the ongoing CBI probe would likely result in his imprisonment.
He also questioned the Congress government's decision to announce guarantees, despite knowing that the previous BJP government had taken loans, and criticized the move as an attempt to deceive the poor.
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New safety wristbands launched for children at Makkah’s Grand Mosque
Riyadh: Authorities in Saudi Arabia have introduced a new safety measure to protect the youngest visitors at the Grand Mosque in Makkah by distributing free identification wristbands to families.
This initiative, led by the General Authority for the Care of the Affairs of the Grand Mosque and the Prophet's Mosque, aims to prevent children from getting lost in the massive crowds and ensures they can be quickly reunited with their guardians if they wander off. By providing a simple way for staff to contact parents immediately, the program offers peace of mind to pilgrims during the busy Umrah and Hajj seasons.
The process for obtaining a bracelet is straightforward and designed for convenience, as families can pick them up directly upon arrival at the mosque’s main entrances. There is no need for online registration or any advance payment, as the service is completely free.
According to reports, dedicated desks have been set up at major entry points, such as the King Abdulaziz Gate and King Fahd Gate, where staff members help parents fill out the necessary details.
The child’s name and a guardian’s mobile phone number are recorded on the band, which is then securely fastened to the child’s wrist before they enter the prayer areas.
While the system is available for all visitors, officials especially urge parents to use it during peak times like Ramadan or the annual Hajj pilgrimage when the crowds are most dense.
