{
  "id": 17235465,
  "title": "Bengaluru techie to launch job referral app that prioritises Kannada-speaking candidates",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/30/bengaluru-techie-to-launch-job-referral-app-that-prioritises-kannada",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-10-30T14:25:52.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Hindu",
    "slug": "the-hindu",
    "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/karnataka/bengaluru-techie-to-launch-job-referral-app-that-prioritises-kannada-speaking-candidates/article71645179.ece"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Bengaluru-based software engineer Nithin N. plans to launch a mobile application and dedicated website, \"Kannada Referral,\" on November 1, in response to a viral video alleging that IT companies in Bengaluru are not considering Kannada-speaking candidates for job interviews. The app aims to connect job seekers with opportunities in both IT and non-IT sectors across the city, prioritizing Kannada-speaking individuals for shortlisting and promotions. Nithin, who already posted a video on his Instagram account addressing the issue, stated that the app will allow users to post job vacancies and references, specifically targeting Kannada-speaking candidates. He plans to add a feature to recognize if a candidate is Kannadiga or non-Kannadiga, ensuring first preference for the former. The app will also feature a \"Company Circle\" to list details of Kannadigas from various companies. Nithin expects around 500 attendees at the community meet-up and plans to add more features based on user feedback.",
  "summary": "The Kannada Referral app and website aims to connect job seekers with employment opportunities in both IT and non-IT sectors across the city.",
  "key_points": [
    "Bengaluru-based techie Nithin N. launches Kannada Referral app on November 1",
    "App prioritizes Kannada-speaking candidates in job referrals and promotions",
    "Features include company circle listing and Kannadiga candidate recognition"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}