Jayanagar: Recounting ends, Congress candidate Soumya Reddy losses to BJP’s Ramamurthy
Bengaluru: As the recounting of votes for jayanagar assembly constituency has been completed, BJP's Ramamurthy has emerged as the winner. Meanwhile, Congress Candidate Sowmya Reddy who was termed the winner earlier lost after recounting by a margin of 16 votes.
The counting of votes was held at SSMRV College in Jayanagar and an official announcement in this regard was made by the election officials.
Amidst a tight race for the triumph, and constant political drama at the counting center, Congress had to lose one seat from its account of 136 seats taking the count to 135. The recounting took place after the BJP candidate from the constituency appealed to the election body, in contrast Congress leaders including DK Shivakumar staged a protest in front of the ECI officials.
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Renowned photojournalist Shivamogga Nandan passes away
Shivamogga: Renowned photojournalist Shivamogga Nandan (57), associated with The Indian Express, passed away early Sunday morning following a cardiac arrest.
Nandan, who began his career with The Indian Express in 1999, gained widespread recognition as "Shivamogga Nandan" for his remarkable contributions to photojournalism. Known for his innovative experiments in photography, many of his works received acclaim at both state and national levels.
His mortal remains have been placed for public viewing at his residence near the railway station's blood bank in Shivamogga.
He is survived by his wife, a son, and a daughter.
