Udupi, Aug 23: Union Minister Shobha Karandlaje has voiced strong criticism against actor Prakash Raj for his satirical remarks regarding the launch of Chandrayaan 3, asserting that such actions reveal a lack of love for India and its progress. She suggested that Prakash Raj's priorities appear to lie elsewhere, and he should consider relocating to a place where he finds happiness.

Addressing the media in Udupi, Shobha Karandlaje emphasized that Prakash Raj's comments about Chandrayaan 3 were disrespectful not only to India but also to its scientists. She asserted that the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is a source of national pride, having contributed significantly to global space exploration endeavors.

Highlighting ISRO's remarkable journey from its modest beginnings, Karandlaje noted that India's space agency has not only provided launch services to other nations but has also earned admiration and recognition globally. She underlined the importance of celebrating ISRO's achievements as the world acknowledges India's growing presence in space research.

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Turning her attention to a different concern, Shobha Karandlaje raised the issue of water scarcity, particularly the low rainfall affecting the vital Kaveri River basin. With drinking water in short supply in various regions, Karandlaje stressed the urgency of prioritizing water availability for basic needs rather than allocating it for additional cultivation in Tamil Nadu. She urged the state government to engage in meaningful discussions with Tamil Nadu to address this matter effectively and halt the secret water supply to the neighboring state.

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Mangaluru: Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) in association with Family Business Network India is set to organise a session on “Managing Family Conflict: Navigating Differences and Disagreements” on April 11, 2026.

The event will be held at Taj Vivanta in the city from 10 am to 5 pm.

The session will be led by family business advisor Dr. N. Krishnan.

The programme will focus on building governance structures for stability and continuity, Building trust-based systems for long-term harmony, Strengthening relationships while safeguarding the enterprise, Creating clarity, fairness, and alignment across generations and frameworks to separate family, ownership and business roles, along with strategies to turn disagreements into constructive decision-making.