Funds sanctioned for four stadiums in Bengaluru: DCM Parameshwar
Bengaluru, October 20: Deputy Chief Minister Dr. G. Parameshwar said that the state government has sanctioned Rs 17 crore to construct four stadiums in four places of the city on the line of Kantheerava Stadium.
Inaugurating a renovated indoor stadium at the Kantheerava stadium here on Saturday, the DCM said that in the last budget, the government had sanctioned funds to construct new stadiums in Devanahalli, Tavarekere, Gunjuru and HSR Layout and in two places, the work would be started soon. The government has planned many programmes to develop Katheerava sports complex. A sum of Rs 2 crore was spent to construct toilets and a tender was called to upgrade synthetic track at a cost of Rs 3.5 crore. This work would be commenced soon, he said.
The Kanthreerava stadium would be renovated at a cost of Rs 5.77 crore. As part of this renovation, three basketball courts were upgraded to international level. In fact, the Indian Parliamentary Committee which visited the court, appreciated the work and the National Badminton Association has given 5 Star grade for the upgraded badminton courts, he said.
A Hi-Tech gym was developed in the stadium at a cost of Rs 2 crore. Equipment were brought from America and the new gym would be inaugurated within a week, he added.
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No more photocopies: Centre launches new Aadhaar app with Face ID feature
New Delhi: The Centre on Tuesday launched a new Aadhaar mobile application aimed at enhancing digital convenience and privacy. The app was unveiled by Union Minister for Electronics and IT, Ashwini Vaishnaw, in the national capital.
The app allows users to verify and share Aadhaar details digitally, eliminating the need to carry physical copies or submit photocopies for identification. “New Aadhaar App, Face ID authentication via mobile app. No physical card, no photocopies,” said Vaishnaw in a video message on X.
Key features of the app include Face ID-based authentication and QR code scanning for Aadhaar verification, making the process as easy as a UPI payment. The minister highlighted that users can share only the required data with their consent, ensuring full control over their personal information.
Vaishnaw also stated that the app, currently in its beta testing phase, has been developed with strong privacy safeguards. It prevents misuse, forgery, or editing of Aadhaar details.
The digital tool aims to remove the need for Aadhaar photocopies at places like hotels, shops, and airports. Emphasising Aadhaar’s role in government initiatives, the minister also invited stakeholders to explore ways of integrating artificial intelligence (AI) with India’s digital public infrastructure (DPI), keeping privacy as the central focus.
