Karnataka DCM DKShi's name dropped from guest list on invite for State Bar Council conference
Bengaluru: The name of Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar has been removed from the list of guests on the invitation for the upcoming inauguration of the Karnataka State Bar Council's two-day state-level lawyers' conference in Mysuru on August 12.
The decision to exclude Shivakumar's name comes in light of the ongoing charges against him and his current status on bail in some ongoing legal cases. BJP legislator Suresh Kumar reportedly wrote a letter to the Registrar General of the Karnataka High Court, expressing concern over Shivakumar's presence on the dais alongside judges while judgments on cases involving him are still pending.
The inauguration of the event is set to be conducted by Chief Minister Siddaramaiah. Notable dignitaries in attendance include Supreme Court judge Justice AS Bopanna, High Court Chief Justice Prasanna B Varale, Bar Council of India President Manan Kumar Mishra, and Karnataka Minister for Law and Parliamentary Affairs HK Patil, who have been designated as the chief guests for the conference.
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CEO’s Rs 14 lakh Louis Vuitton dog suitcase triggers social media debate
New Delhi: An Indian CEO has triggered widespread debate on social media after reportedly spending Rs 14 lakh on a Louis Vuitton suitcase designed for his dog. Ajay Thakore, CEO of Doctor Multimedia, shared a video on Instagram showcasing the extravagant purchase, which has since drawn mixed reactions.
In the video, Thakore is seen entering a Louis Vuitton store, stating, "I think my dog has something to pick up." He then reveals the "Bone Trunk," a bone-shaped, hard-shell suitcase complete with a varnished wooden tray and two bowls. The video’s caption read, "Aspen's always spending money like there's no tomorrow. $20k Louis Vuitton bone trunk."
The post quickly went viral, with many users expressing shock and disbelief. Some criticized the CEO’s indulgence, questioning the morality of spending such a large sum on a pet accessory when pressing issues like poverty and animal welfare exist. Comments ranged from disbelief to sharp criticism, with one user remarking, "Imagine how far $20k would go at an animal rescue." Others viewed it as a reflection of societal excess, calling it a "grotesque illustration of what's wrong in society."
However, Thakore also found support from some users, who defended his right to spend his wealth as he pleased. One commenter noted the irony of criticism coming from people who indulge in expensive gadgets, writing, "It's funny how many condemn this spending yet think nothing of buying an $800 iPhone without considering charity."
