Karnataka
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13-year-old girl dies by suicide in Karnataka as teacher fines Rs 20 over incomplete homework
Karnataka | Jul 10, 2026, 01:03 PM ISTThe incident has triggered outrage, with the girl's family accusing the school authorities of harassment and demanding strict action against those responsible.
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Karnataka to install CCTVs at temples after Ayodhya offering theft case: Here's what CM said
Karnataka | Jul 10, 2026, 10:19 AM ISTChief Minister DK Shivakumar stated that CCTV cameras would monitor the donation boxes placed near the sanctum sanctorum and every step of the counting process in all temples managed by the Hindu Religious Institutions and Charitable Endowments Department.
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Shivakumar reviews Bengaluru's second airport plans, Harohalli reportedly joins list of contenders
Business | Jul 09, 2026, 05:20 PM ISTThe government has proposed a second airport in the city to decongest Kempegowda International Airport, which has emerged as the country's third-largest airport.
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20-year-old Bengaluru student found dead in pond; police suspect suicide
Karnataka | Jul 07, 2026, 11:46 AM ISTThe deceased has been identified as Teju, a resident of Chikkabanavara. Police suspect suicide. Initial investigations have revealed that Teju had allegedly sent a message to her boyfriend, announcing her suicide, and also to her mother before the incident.
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Bus driven using mobile flashlight after headlight failure, 3 KKRTC staff suspended | VIDEO
Karnataka | Jul 07, 2026, 10:39 AM ISTA government bus operated by KKRTC in Karnataka's Kalaburagi district was allegedly driven at night using a mobile phone flashlight after its headlights malfunctioned. The incident came to light after a viral video.
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Click! This photographer's house looks exactly like a giant camera, and internet can't get enough
offbeat | Jul 06, 2026, 02:48 PM ISTA photographer from Karnataka has built a one-of-a-kind camera-shaped house named 'CLICK'. From a camera lens-inspired window to film strip railings and sons named Canon, Nikon and Epson, the home's unique design has gone viral.
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Karnataka launches 'Praja Seva Department' to take govt to people's doorsteps: All you need to know
Karnataka | Jul 03, 2026, 11:36 AM ISTThe Karnataka government has announced the 'Praja Seva Department' and 'Praja Seva Abhiyana' to bring grievance redressal closer to citizens. Ministers will visit districts twice a month, while a dedicated department will process complaints and coordinate with government officials.
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Bengaluru Police nabs woman in Capgemini daycare child abuse case, sent to 14-day judicial custody
Karnataka | Jul 03, 2026, 01:29 PM ISTBengaluru Police has arrested Vijayalakshmi in the Capgemini daycare child abuse case after disturbing videos allegedly showed toddlers being physically and mentally abused. An FIR has been registered against five daycare workers, while police continue to verify the footage.
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Seven labourers from Bihar killed as massive rock collapses at stone quarry in Bengaluru
Karnataka | Jul 02, 2026, 11:07 AM ISTThe victims, all daily-wage labourers employed at a stone crusher site, were trapped beneath the fallen boulder and died on the spot, according to police.
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Woman, her two daughters killed as rain-triggered landslide destroys house in Mangaluru
Karnataka | Jul 01, 2026, 01:48 PM ISTThe district administration has urged people living in hilly and landslide-prone areas to remain vigilant and take necessary precautions as heavy rains continue to lash the coastal district.
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Why Chief Minister DK Shivakumar connected Karnataka welfare benefits to the SIR exercise
Karnataka | Jul 01, 2026, 12:39 PM ISTThe Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Karnataka, which commenced across the state on June 30, will continue till July 29.
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Police sub-inspector arrested for assaulting minor boys in Bengaluru
Karnataka | Jun 30, 2026, 08:49 AM ISTThe arrested PSI, Praveen, is assigned to the Amruthahalli police station in the city's northeast, allegedly forced minor boys to perform obscene acts and recorded them on his mobile phone.
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Karnataka man killed after setting off bomb in car to die with ex-girlfriend; woman escapes
Karnataka | Jun 28, 2026, 12:51 PM ISTNagendra was burned alive in a car explosion on a national highway in Karnataka's Tumakuru. The accident occurred on National Highway 48 near Jogihalli in Sira taluk. The blast completely engulfed the car, causing a traffic jam of approximately 1 km on the highway.
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Metro services restored in Bengaluru after massive outage paralysed commuters; BJP slams Congress
Karnataka | Jun 24, 2026, 10:36 AM ISTThe metro services on Bengaluru's Pink Line were disrupted during peak hours on Tuesday following a technical snag. Though the services resumed this morning, the disruption brought the city to a standstill during peak hours on Tuesday.
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Karnataka bride-to-be, parents die by suicide a day before wedding in Mysuru, one arrested
Karnataka | Jun 23, 2026, 08:45 AM ISTA suicide note recovered from the house accused Ullas Gowda of harassing Rakshita and spreading false claims about having a relationship with her, despite her engagement to another man. Based on the note and preliminary investigation, police arrested Ullas Gowda on charges of abetment to suicide.
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Bidadi township project: How DK Shivakumar govt plan to ease Bengaluru's traffic, housing crisis?
Karnataka | Jun 21, 2026, 10:50 PM ISTKarnataka Bidadi township project is envisioned as a self-sustaining "work-live-play" ecosystem where residents can live, work and access essential services without depending heavily on Bengaluru city.
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Karnataka MLC election: BJP summons state leaders over cross-voting row, 11 NDA MLAs under scanner
Karnataka | Jun 19, 2026, 11:49 PM ISTKarnataka MLC election results brought to light cross-voting by BJP and JD(S) legislators in favour of Congress candidates, as the total number of votes received by the ruling party is 151, which is 11 votes more than the expected 140 votes.
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Karnataka MLC polls: How Congress benefited from cross-voting by BJP, JD(S); a look at the numbers
Karnataka | Jun 19, 2026, 09:48 AM ISTWhile some BJP leaders suspect that several JD(S) MLAs switched sides, JD(S) leaders argue that their candidate, Govind Raju, secured 14 votes, indicating that only a handful of party legislators may have cross-voted.
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Congress dominates Karnataka Legislative Council polls, wins 5 of 7 seats; BJP secures 2
Karnataka | Jun 18, 2026, 11:30 PM ISTKarnataka MLC Election Results 2026: The election was held to fill seven seats that are set to fall vacant following the retirement of sitting MLCs on June 30.
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Karnataka MLC Election Results 2026: Congress wins 5 seats, BJP bags 2
Karnataka | Jun 18, 2026, 11:30 PM ISTKarnataka MLC Election Results: Eight candidates were in the fray for seven seats, with each candidate needing 28 votes to secure a win.