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Congress leader DK Shivakumar to take oath as Karnataka Chief Minister on June 3 in Bengaluru

Senior Congress leader DK Shivakumar will take oath as the 25th Chief Minister of Karnataka on June 3 in Bengaluru, government sources said, days after his colleague Siddaramaiah resigned from the post after three years of intense power struggle.

3 days ago

4 Deputy CMs likely as DK Shivakumar set to take charge in Karnataka, berth for Siddaramiah's son in focus

Karnataka is set for a major leadership transition as DK Shivakumar is expected to take over as Chief Minister after Siddaramaiah's resignation. Shivakumar will meet Congress leaders Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge in Delhi to finalize the cabinet reshuffle and power-sharing formula.

4 days ago

India Post honours Bengaluru airport's 18-year journey with special postal release

The PPC features Nadaprabhu Kempegowda alongside the airport, symbolising Bengaluru's heritage and modern identity. The initiative aligns with the airport's "Feels Like BLR" campaign and the collectibles will be available at the airport post office and philatelic bureaus across Karnataka from May 26, 2026.

6 days ago

Mukesh Ambani, Anant Ambani Visit Art Of Living Centre In Bengaluru For 45th Anniversary Celebrations; videos go viral

Mukesh Ambani, Anant Ambani visit Art Of Living in Bengaluru: Videos go viral [Watch]

Chairman & Managing Director of Reliance Industries Limited, Mukesh Ambani, and his son Anant Ambani visited the Art of Living International Centre in Bangalore as part of the 45th anniversary celebrations of the Art of Living Foundation and sought Gurudev's blessings.

11 days ago

Karnataka: Congress will return to power in 2028, says Dy CM Shivakumar

D. K. Shivakumar said the Congress would return to power in Karnataka in 2028. Speaking at a convention in Tumakuru, he claimed even rival parties were copying the Congress model and cited an Oxford University study praising the schemes.

13 days ago

Newly Inaugurated Dhyan Mandir by PM Modi to Host First Global Peace Meditation on May 13, 2026

'World Meditates with Gurudev' event to be held at new Dhyan Mandir inaugurated by PM Modi [Full details]

Millions of participants across 182 countries are expected to join physically and via livestream during the "World Meditates with Gurudev" event. The event is part of month-long celebrations commemorating 45 years of The Art of Living Foundation

20 days ago

In PICS: PM Modi visits Art of Living in Bengaluru, meets Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar

Prime Minister #NarendraModi met Sri Sri Ravi Shankar and held discussions on various subjects, particularly the humanitarian and spiritual work being carried out by the The Art of Living Foundation. PM Modi praised his dedication towards societal welfare and positive change.

22 days ago

PM Modi hails role of spirituality, social participation at Art of Living event in Bengaluru

Gelatin Sticks found near PM Modi's convoy route In Bengaluru, suspect held by police

Two gelatin sticks were recovered from a roadside near Prime Minister Narendra Modi's venue on the outskirts of Bengaluru, prompting heightened security measures and a police investigation into the source of the explosives.

22 days ago

Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar to lead World's largest Happiness Weekend from March 20-23

Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar tackles global crisis with peace, education, clean water, and stress-free living

The Art of Living Foundation celebrated its 45th anniversary in Bengaluru with PM Modi inaugurating the new Dhyan Mandir meditation hall. Founded by Sri Sri Ravi Shankar. Its initiatives include conflict resolution efforts, prison rehabilitation, rural education, support for millions of farmers and more.

24 days ago

BJP submits letter to top cop to cancel event supporting Umar Khalid in interest of peace in Bengaluru

The BJP warned that it would not be responsible if any law and order issues arose from the event. However, the police commissioner's office reportedly acknowledged receipt of the submission without direct linkage to the commissioner, which the BJP criticised.

Apr 27, 2026

Bird Flu outbreak contained in Bengaluru, no human cases detected: Karnataka Health Dept

The outbreak, first detected on April 14 and confirmed by National Institute of High Security Animal Diseases, prompted immediate containment measures including culling of infected birds, establishment of infected and surveillance zones, and monitoring of over 28,000 people across 22 villages.

Apr 25, 2026

K'taka: ED concludes raids at Cong MLA NA Harris, his sons' homes in Bitcoin-linked money laundering case

ED concluded a 21-hour raid across multiple locations in Karnataka in a Bitcoin-linked money laundering case allegedly involving Congress leaders and associates. Over 100 officials searched premises linked to Congress MLA and BDA Chairman N.A. Haris, his son Mohammed Nalapad, and Aqeeb Khan, among others in Bengaluru.

Apr 21, 2026

Karnataka transport workers launch indefinite strike from today, BJP slams govt inaction

Karnataka transport workers launch indefinite strike, BJP slams govt inaction

Transport workers across Karnataka have launched an indefinite strike demanding wage revision, pending dues, and union recognition, raising concerns over disruption of public transport services. The protest, led by unions of state-run transport corporations, includes a satyagraha at Freedom Park in Bengaluru.

Apr 21, 2026

Bengaluru fancy number auction sees '0001' plate sold for Rs 22.1 lakh; see prices of '7', '786', '8055'

Bengaluru fancy number auction sees '0001' plate sold for Rs 22.1 lakh; see prices of '7', '8055', '9999'

The Bengaluru Central RTO auction saw intense bidding for premium vehicle registration numbers under the KA-01-NJ series, with the coveted '0001' plate fetching ₹22.10 lakh. Other high-value numbers like '7', '9999', and '7777' also attracted strong bids.

Apr 6, 2026

UPI outage: Users report failed transactions across cities

UPI outage hits India: Users report failed transactions across cities

On April 1, 2026, digital payment services across India experienced widespread disruptions, affecting UPI transactions. State Bank of India (SBI) reported over 500 outage complaints, Users from cities including New Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Jaipur, Pune, Kolkata, Guwahati, and Chennai faced failed transactions, payment errors, and app loading issues

Apr 1, 2026

Professor fired after classroom proposal row; unfair to drag my name, says K'taka Minister

A professor at a private medical college near Bengaluru was allegedly assaulted by students after reportedly proposing to a female student during a lecture. The incident, which escalated when the student confronted him and others joined in, was recorded on video and went viral, sparking public concern.

Mar 27, 2026

Karnataka to increase commercial LPG supply after meeting with gas firms, hotel bodies

The move aims to curb irregularities and ensure smoother distribution. The Chief Minister highlighted a supply-demand gap, with only 1,000 cylinders being supplied daily against a demand of 50,000, causing closures of establishments. A follow-up meeting with hotel associations is planned to review the situation

Mar 23, 2026

IPL 2026: RCB confirms it will host five matches at Chinnaswamy Stadium; two games at Raipur

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) will host five of their home matches for IPL 2026 at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru, with the remaining two games played at Raipur. The Karnataka government has cleared the stadium for matches following the previous year's tragic stamped

Mar 4, 2026

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.

Mar 1, 2026

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.