Karnataka

Crying, wailing: Shia Muslims in Bengaluru, Lucknow protest killing of Iran's Ayatollah Ali Khamenei [Watch]

Following the death of Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, members of the Shia community staged a large protest in Lucknow, Kashmir and Bangalore. In Karnataka, a three-day mourning was announced in Alipur village in Bengaluru following the news of Khamenei's death.

3 days ago

Beware of 'Digital Arrest' fraud, document interactions: NPCI

Rs 593 crore fake invoice racket in Karnataka: GST practitioner in custody

The fraudulent network enabled wrongful Input Tax Credit (ITC) claims totaling nearly Rs 235 crore. Saifullah was presented in courts in Bengaluru and Belagavi and remanded to judicial custody. Officials are continuing the investigation to identify other beneficiaries and the full extent of the fraud.

4 days ago

"I don't want to create further confusion," says Karnataka Home Minister on CM post demands

Karnataka Home Minister G. Parameshwara said he won't create confusion over the CM post, leaving the decision to Congress high command, and confirmed government job vacancies will be filled in phases despite delays from internal reservations.

6 days ago

R. Ashoka urges Siddaramaiah to earmark Rs 15,000 crore for backward regions

'Cong govt backing tanker mafia', K'taka LoP slams cuts to welfare corporations

Ashoka highlighted rising water demand, the large number of public and private borewells, and poor funding for development corporations supporting Scheduled Castes and backward communities. He claimed the government has failed in social justice and promised voters would respond in the coming days.

10 days ago

India leads global ChatGPT use for coding, data analysis: OpenAI

Around 35% of ChatGPT use in India is work-related, mainly for drafting, debugging, and workflow acceleration. Adoption is strongest among users aged 18–34, with Telangana, Karnataka, and Tamil Nadu as top hubs. ChatGPT India now has over 100 million weekly active users, making it the largest market outside the US.

12 days ago

Student assaults professor for preventing copying during exam in Karnataka's Kalaburagi

In Kalaburagi, Karnataka, an assistant professor at a private homoeopathy college was allegedly assaulted by a student for preventing him from copying during an internal exam. The student, Shahbaz, was caught using a mobile phone to cheat in the subject of Homoeopathic.

13 days ago

Stone pelting recurs in Karnataka's Bagalkot; police resort to lathi-charge to disperse mob

Despite prohibitory orders, a stone-pelting incident in Bagalkot, Karnataka, targeted butcher and meat shops on Friday, prompting police to use a lathi-charge. Hindu activists called for shop closures, while SP Siddharth Goyal managed the situation and BJP MP Narayansa Bandage urged calm.

13 days ago

Karnataka: Toddlers among five injured in stray dog attack

Five children, including toddlers, were injured in a stray dog attack in Devinagar, Kalaburagi, Karnataka, on Friday and are being treated at GIMS Hospital. Residents protested against municipal authorities, demanding action to curb the stray dog menace.

13 days ago

Prohibitory orders imposed in Karnataka's Bagalkot after stone pelting during Shivaji Jayanti procession

Prohibitory orders were imposed in Bagalkot, Karnataka, after stone-pelting during a Shivaji Jayanti procession near Killa Oni as it passed a mosque, triggering tension. Authorities invoked Section 163 of the BNSS, banning gatherings of over four people and restricting protests and weapons

13 days ago

No SCSP/TSP funds should be diverted for guarantees: Karnataka BJP tells CM

Karnataka BJP, led by R. Ashoka, urged CM Siddaramaiah not to divert SCSP/TSP funds for guarantees or general schemes, warning it would harm SC/ST welfare. The Congress government claims the funds still benefit SC/ST communities, while BJP and JD(S) allege misappropriation.

15 days ago

Karnataka student pursuing Master's at University of California, Berkeley reported missing in East Bay area

Indian student found dead six days after going missing in California

A 22-year-old Indian student, Saketh Sreenivasaiah from Karnataka, was found dead in California six days after going missing near the University of California. His backpack, containing his passport and laptop, was found near Tilden Regional Park.

18 days ago

Seven killed in chain collision involving car, bike, canter on Bengaluru national highway

Seven people were killed in a chain collision on the Hoskote-Dabaspete National Highway in Bengaluru Rural district early Friday. The accident involved an XUV car, a motorcycle, and a canter truck. Preliminary reports suggest the car, traveling from Kolar to Devanahalli, first hit the bike and then collided with the truck.

20 days ago

Centre increased K'taka's share in taxes: Union Minister Pralhad Joshi dismisses Cong claims

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy CM D.K. Shivakumar criticised the budget, calling it disappointing and claiming the state received little benefit. They argued that high-speed rail projects announced (Hyderabad-Bengaluru and Chennai-Bengaluru) do not sufficiently serve Karnataka, and allocations for centrally sponsored schemes have been reduced compared to last year. The leaders claimed the budget did not adequately support Karnataka or southern states.

Feb 2, 2026

Budget 2026-27 gives nothing to Karnataka, no high-speed rail for Bengaluru: Deputy CM D.K. Shivakumar

Shivakumar also accused the Centre of weakening MGNREGA, ignoring farmers' concerns, and failing to revise sugar prices and MSP, warning that sugar factories in Karnataka are running at losses. He further questioned the Centre's focus on AI-driven initiatives, stressing that farmers' immediate needs and agricultural support should be prioritised over such projects.

Feb 1, 2026

BJP protests at Vidhana Soudha, demands Excise Minister Thimmapur's resignation over alleged Rs 2,500 crore scam

The protest, led by Opposition Leader R. Ashoka and BJP State President B.Y. Vijayendra, involved MLAs and MLCs holding placards and raising slogans against the Congress-led government. Ashoka alleged widespread corruption in the Excise Department, including bribes for liquor licences ranging from Rs 2–2.5 crore per licence, and accused Chief Minister Siddaramaiah of ignoring complaints due to his own involvement.

Jan 27, 2026

Karnataka SEC to use ballot papers for B'luru civic polls; elections after May 25

Union Minister for Food and Parliamentary Affairs Pralhad Joshi has strongly criticised the Karnataka Congress-led government for insisting on using ballot papers for local body elections, calling it a tragedy and a matter of shame.

Jan 20, 2026

Indian households turn investors, bank deposits surge: SBI report

Between FY15 and FY25, Indian banks saw a significant expansion, with deposits rising from ₹85.3 lakh crore to ₹241.5 lakh crore and advances increasing from ₹67.4 lakh crore to ₹191.2 lakh crore. The banking system's share of GDP also grew from 77% to 94%, indicating deepening financial intermediation.

Jan 12, 2026

Open defecation, child marriage persist in North K'taka despite schemes: Siddaramaiah

The Chief Minister stated that the government has allocated funds to construct toilets, noting that under the Jal Jeevan Mission, taps have been installed and a water supply is being provided.

Dec 19, 2025

Wholesale Jewellery Brand Regal Jewellers Celebrates First Anniversary in Bengaluru with Celebrity Presence

Actress Shwetha Prasad spoke of the brand's massive growth in Bengaluru and highlighted their USP of offering stunning jewellery at wholesale value.

Dec 18, 2025

K'taka Congress crisis: Yathindra reiterates 'no leadership change' stand, denies tussle for CM post

The statement has gained significance as the issue has taken a serious turn following Deputy Chief Minister and State Congress President D.K. Shivakumar's demand for clarification from the Chief Minister. CM Siddaramaiah has consistently maintained that he will abide by the high command's decision regarding any leadership change.

Dec 11, 2025

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Karnataka

Crying, wailing: Shia Muslims in Bengaluru, Lucknow protest killing of Iran's Ayatollah Ali Khamenei [Watch]

Rs 593 crore fake invoice racket in Karnataka: GST practitioner in custody

"I don't want to create further confusion," says Karnataka Home Minister on CM post demands

'Cong govt backing tanker mafia', K'taka LoP slams cuts to welfare corporations

India leads global ChatGPT use for coding, data analysis: OpenAI

Student assaults professor for preventing copying during exam in Karnataka's Kalaburagi

Stone pelting recurs in Karnataka's Bagalkot; police resort to lathi-charge to disperse mob

Karnataka: Toddlers among five injured in stray dog attack

Prohibitory orders imposed in Karnataka's Bagalkot after stone pelting during Shivaji Jayanti procession

No SCSP/TSP funds should be diverted for guarantees: Karnataka BJP tells CM

Indian student found dead six days after going missing in California

Seven killed in chain collision involving car, bike, canter on Bengaluru national highway

Centre increased K'taka's share in taxes: Union Minister Pralhad Joshi dismisses Cong claims

Budget 2026-27 gives nothing to Karnataka, no high-speed rail for Bengaluru: Deputy CM D.K. Shivakumar

BJP protests at Vidhana Soudha, demands Excise Minister Thimmapur's resignation over alleged Rs 2,500 crore scam

Karnataka SEC to use ballot papers for B'luru civic polls; elections after May 25

Indian households turn investors, bank deposits surge: SBI report

Open defecation, child marriage persist in North K'taka despite schemes: Siddaramaiah

Wholesale Jewellery Brand Regal Jewellers Celebrates First Anniversary in Bengaluru with Celebrity Presence

K'taka Congress crisis: Yathindra reiterates 'no leadership change' stand, denies tussle for CM post

Time for India to follow suit? France, Germany, Netherlands, US banned use of EVMs [here's why]

Dhanush's Captain Miller has no buyers in Telugu states? Here's why

Deepika Padukone is a sight to behold in velvet gown; attends Academy Museum Gala with Selena Gomez, Dua Lip [see pics]

Is exhibiting cleavage mandatory? Malaika Arora opts for low neck sleeveless outfit at event in Vrindavan, leaves netizens furious