B'luru space expo 2024: K'taka targets $17 billion economic boost in space sector:Min Priyank Kharge
Bengaluru: Karnataka’s IT-BT Minister Priyank Kharge on wednesday highlighted about the state positioning itself as a key player in the space technology industry, aiming to generate $17 billion in economic value by capturing 40% of the national market share.
Speaking at the inauguration of the Bengaluru Space Expo 2024, held at the Bangalore International Exhibition Center on Wednesday, Minister Priyank Kharge emphasized the state's commitment to fostering innovation and development in the space sector.
Kharge highlighted the government's role in building an ecosystem that supports space technology through progressive policies, MSME support, and infrastructure development. "We are creating an environment for future space technology, making Karnataka a hub for this industry," he said.
The state has already made significant strides in the space sector, with the government working on a dedicated state policy for space technologies. This policy is expected to attract investment, encourage innovation, and establish a center for space technologies. Kharge noted that Karnataka has emerged as a driving force in the space industry, thanks to government support for space technology startups and businesses.
A recent partnership between Bengaluru-based spacetech startup PixCell and NASA, as part of a $476 million commercial program, further reinforces Karnataka's growing influence in the global space sector. The collaboration showcases the state's evolution from a hub for ISRO-linked startups to a global leader in space technology.
Kharge underscored that the Bengaluru Space Expo 2024 serves as a platform to showcase the state's advancements in space technology, while also reaffirming its commitment to contributing to India's ambitious space goals.
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Second PUC results: Life convict clears exam with distinction, DGP lauds effort
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Bengaluru: A life convict lodged in Ballari Central Prison has successfully cleared the second PUC examination.
Ashok Kumar S, who appeared for the examination under prison escort, secured 481 marks out of 600, registering 80.1 percent.
Director General of Police (Prisons and Correctional Services), Alok Kumar (IPS), shared the development on his official ‘X’ handle, commending the inmate’s achievement.
In his post, he stated that it was heartening to see a life convict score over 80 percent in the examination, adding that the inmate had appeared from Ballari Central Prison under escort.
It’s heartening to see that one of our life convict prisoners Ashok has obtained 80.1% marks in PUC exam. He appeared under Prison escort from Ballari Central Prison for his exams.
— alok kumar (@alokkumar6994) April 9, 2026
Glad to see that Walls of the prison has not subdued his hopes for a better future. pic.twitter.com/Nzlcy076SR
He further noted that the achievement reflected that the “walls of the prison have not subdued his hopes for a better future.”
Alok Kumar in his post also shared the result sheet of Ashok.
The Karnataka School Examination and Assessment Board (KSEAB) declared the second PUC results for 2026 on April 9.
A total of 6,32,200 students appeared for the examination across all streams, of whom 5,46,698 passed, recording an overall pass percentage of 86.48 per cent.
