'Darshan cannot continue as ambassador of Agri. Department,' clarifies Min. MB Patil
Hubballi: Karnataka Minister for Commerce and Industries, MB Patil, announced that popular Sandalwood actor Darshan, who is embroiled in a murder case, will no longer serve as the ambassador for the state Agriculture Department. This statement was made during a media briefing on Friday.
Actor Darshan was arrested on Tuesday morning in Mysuru and transported to Bengaluru for questioning in connection with the alleged murder of his fan, Renukaswamy. The incident reportedly stemmed from derogatory remarks Renukaswamy made on social media about actress Pavitra Gowda, a close associate of Darshan.
Addressing the media, Minister Patil refuted claims that the state government was offering VIP treatment to the actor. "No VIP treatment has been provided to the arrested actor Darshan. If he is found guilty, he will be punished accordingly," Patil asserted.
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In a separate matter, Minister Patil addressed the POCSO case against former Chief Minister BS Yediyurappa, emphasizing that the state government would not interfere or offer protection to the accused. "This POCSO case is very serious. The court has issued an arrest warrant for the senior BJP leader in connection with the case," he stated.
The allegations against Yediyurappa involve the sexual assault of a 17-year-old girl who, along with her mother, had approached him for help on February 2. On March 14, the Sadashivanagar police in Bengaluru booked Yediyurappa under the POCSO Act following a complaint filed by the girl's mother.
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What is Iran’s 10-point plan? Key demands ahead of US talks in Islamabad
Tehran/Islamabad: Iran has outlined a 10-point plan as the basis for upcoming talks with the United States, expected to begin in Islamabad on April 11, according to a statement from the Iranian Supreme National Security Council.
The plan lays out Tehran’s key political, military and economic demands, and is being seen as a framework for negotiations following the recent escalation in the region.
Strait of Hormuz at the centre
A major focus of the plan is the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global shipping route. Iran has proposed “controlled passage through the Strait of Hormuz in coordination with the Iranian armed forces,” which it says would give the country a unique economic and geopolitical position.
The plan also calls for the “establishment of a safe transit protocol” in the Strait that would guarantee Iran’s dominance under an agreed mechanism.
Call to end conflict
Iran has demanded “the necessity of ending the war against all elements of the axis of resistance,” signalling its expectation that hostilities should stop not only in Iran but also involving allied groups in the region.
US troop withdrawal
Another key demand is the “withdrawal of US combat forces from all bases and deployment points in the region,” indicating Tehran’s long-standing position against American military presence in West Asia.
Sanctions relief and compensation
The plan places strong emphasis on economic measures. It calls for “full payment of Iran’s damages according to estimates,” along with “the lifting of all primary and secondary sanctions and resolutions of the Board of Governors and the Security Council.”
It also seeks “the release of all Iranian assets and properties frozen abroad,” which have been a major point of contention for years.
Binding global guarantee
Finally, Iran has demanded that all these terms be formally recognised through “a binding Security Council resolution,” suggesting it wants international legal backing to ensure enforcement.
What this means
The 10-point plan reflects Iran’s broader push for security guarantees, economic relief and regional influence. The upcoming talks in Islamabad are expected to test how far both sides are willing to negotiate on these demands.
