Bengaluru

Karnataka allows hotels, restaurants to remain open till 3:30 a.m. during FIFA WC matches

The decision, announced by Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar following a request from the National Restaurant Association of India (NRAI), aims to support football enthusiasts while ensuring public safety and law and order. The relaxation is temporary and applies only on the notified dates

3 days ago

Karnataka CM Shivakumar announces India's first Govt-driven AI University

Google launches new AI initiatives as Karnataka pushes for green data centres, India's first public AI university

Speaking at the opening of Google I/O Connect India 2026 on Tuesday, Shivakumar said the proposed data centres were being considered near Bengaluru and in a coastal district. He also hinted at Google's possible involvement in the initiative.

3 days ago

Bengaluru horror: Delivery agent barges into woman's flat, flashes at her; arrested

"Delivery agent terminated, FIR lodged": How Flipkart acted promptly to obscene incident

Flipkart has responded to allegations made by a Bengaluru woman who accused one of its delivery agents of forcibly entering her home and exposing himself after using her washroom. Calling the incident "deeply disturbing," the company said it had terminated the delivery partner's engagement

5 days ago

BJP accuses K'taka govt of delaying 'Free Insulin Scheme' for Type-1 diabetic children

He also claimed that government hospitals are facing insulin shortages. Additionally, Ashoka criticised the state government for delays in supplying rice for the mid-day meal scheme for Classes 9 and 10, alleging poor planning and administrative inefficiency that could affect thousands of students.

8 days ago

Karnataka CM Shivakumar warns of a potentially severe drought this year

CM Shivakumar holds strategic meet with over 150 GCC leaders to boost Karnataka's innovation ecosystem

Deliberations focused on artificial intelligence, engineering, research and development, product innovation, talent development, digital infrastructure, ease of doing business, industry-academia collaboration and expanding GCC investments beyond Bengaluru.

9 days ago

Zomato, Swiggy hike platform fee to Rs 6 per order

Karnataka HC refuses to stay Gig Workers Act, directs platforms to deposit welfare fee

While protecting the platforms from coercive action, the court said the fee will remain with the registry until the constitutional challenge is decided. The next hearing is on August 14.

12 days ago

Hoax bomb threat to ISRO headquarters in B'luru traced to man in UP; electronic device seized

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) headquarters on New BEL Road in Bengaluru received a bomb threat e-mail on Thursday morning. The e-mail was sent to the office of ISRO Chairman Dr V Narayanan.

13 days ago

Bengaluru Tragedy: 8 Workers Killed After Massive Granite Rock Collapses At Stone Quarry

Several others were injured. Rescue teams reached the site, while authorities launched a probe into the cause of the collapse amid allegations of illegal quarrying and safety violations.

15 days ago

Capgemini temporarily closes Bengaluru daycare after alleged child abuse

An FIR has been filed against five caregivers under the Juvenile Justice Act following claims that toddlers were physically abused and subjected to disturbing acts. The company said it is cooperating with authorities and has shut the facility as a precaution while the police investigation continues.

15 days ago

Karnataka SIR: Nearly 55 lakh voter forms distributed as Bommai urges fair, impartial electoral roll revision

As the exercise continued, former Chief Minister Basavaraj Bommai urged officials to remain impartial and resist political pressure, while calling on the Election Commission to ensure no eligible voter is excluded and no ineligible person is included in the electoral rolls.

16 days ago

Karnataka govt celebrates Kempegowda Jayanti; CM Shivakumar launches 15-lakh sapling plantation drive

Karnataka celebrates Kempegowda Jayanti; CM Shivakumar launches 15-lakh sapling drive, BJP hails Bengaluru founder

Karnataka celebrated the 517th birth anniversary of Nadaprabhu Kempegowda with state-wide events led by Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar, who announced a drive to plant 15 lakh saplings across Bengaluru and unveiled plans to further preserve the city founder's legacy.

20 days ago

Businessman, 33, Found Dead At Kannada Actress Krishi Thapanda's Bengaluru Home; Investigation Underway

Businessman found dead at Kannada actress Krishi Thapanda's Bengaluru residence; investigation underway

The businessman had attempted to contact Krishi Thapanda shortly before the incident. However, she was reportedly in Nelamangala at the time and was unable to answer his call. He later allegedly sent messages suggesting that he was taking his own life

22 days ago

Dharmendra Pradhan helps Bengal girl with broken ribs appear in NEET UG re-exam

The student, Shrishti Dubey, had suffered severe injuries, including nine broken ribs and lung damage, in a road accident a week before the exam. Pradhan also spoke to her family, wished her well, and praised her determination to pursue a medical career. The NEET UG 2026 re-exam was conducted for over 20 lakh candidates

26 days ago

Bengaluru-Chennai expressway to boost connectivity to key industrial, logistics hubs: FM Sitharaman

The expressway will connect key industrial and logistics centres, including Hoskote, Malur, Bangarpet, Narasapura Industrial Area, and Aerospace and Defence Parks, while improving access to the proposed Multimodal Logistics Park at Dobbaspet.

Jun 14, 2026

Those after power go with Shivakumar; those who want to strengthen party join me: K'taka Cong Chief Hariprasad

Those after power go with Shivakumar; those who want to work for party join me: K'taka Cong Chief Hariprasad

B.K. Hariprasad stirred political debate by stating that Congress leaders seeking power and positions can align with Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar, while those interested in strengthening the party organisation should work with him.

Jun 4, 2026

PM Modi Congratulates DK Shivakumar; Rahul Gandhi and DK hold hands, hug each other; a look at Grand Oath Ceremony

Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated DK Shivakumar on taking oath as Karnataka's Chief Minister and assured cooperation between the Centre and the state government for public welfare. Shivakumar, an eight-time MLA and former Deputy Chief Minister, was sworn in at Bengaluru's Lok Bhavan as part of the Congress party's planned leadership transition.

Jun 3, 2026

With Constitution in hand, D.K. Shivakumar takes oath as Karnataka CM; G. Parameshwara sworn in as deputy CM amid Vande Mataram chants

With Constitution in hand, D.K. Shivakumar takes oath as Karnataka CM; G. Parameshwara sworn in as deputy CM, crowd chants 'Vande Mataram'

Karnataka Congress chief DK Shivakumar on Wednesday took oath as Karnataka Chief Minister at Lok Bhavan in Bengaluru, holding a copy of the Constitution during the ceremony. Dr G Parameshwar was sworn in as Deputy Chief Minister, while several MLAs joined the Cabinet.

Jun 3, 2026

Fan Flaunts D.K. Shivakumar Tattoo Ahead of Swearing-In Ceremony; CM-Designate Waves to Cheering Crowd

The supporter said he had got the tattoo months ago in anticipation of Shivakumar's elevation to the top post. Shivakumar greeted enthusiastic supporters and waved to cheering crowds ahead of the oath-taking ceremony.

Jun 3, 2026

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.

May 29, 2026

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.

May 29, 2026

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Bengaluru

Karnataka allows hotels, restaurants to remain open till 3:30 a.m. during FIFA WC matches

Google launches new AI initiatives as Karnataka pushes for green data centres, India's first public AI university

"Delivery agent terminated, FIR lodged": How Flipkart acted promptly to obscene incident

BJP accuses K'taka govt of delaying 'Free Insulin Scheme' for Type-1 diabetic children

CM Shivakumar holds strategic meet with over 150 GCC leaders to boost Karnataka's innovation ecosystem

Karnataka HC refuses to stay Gig Workers Act, directs platforms to deposit welfare fee

Hoax bomb threat to ISRO headquarters in B'luru traced to man in UP; electronic device seized

Bengaluru Tragedy: 8 Workers Killed After Massive Granite Rock Collapses At Stone Quarry

Capgemini temporarily closes Bengaluru daycare after alleged child abuse

Karnataka SIR: Nearly 55 lakh voter forms distributed as Bommai urges fair, impartial electoral roll revision

Karnataka celebrates Kempegowda Jayanti; CM Shivakumar launches 15-lakh sapling drive, BJP hails Bengaluru founder

Businessman found dead at Kannada actress Krishi Thapanda's Bengaluru residence; investigation underway

Dharmendra Pradhan helps Bengal girl with broken ribs appear in NEET UG re-exam

Bengaluru-Chennai expressway to boost connectivity to key industrial, logistics hubs: FM Sitharaman

Those after power go with Shivakumar; those who want to work for party join me: K'taka Cong Chief Hariprasad

PM Modi Congratulates DK Shivakumar; Rahul Gandhi and DK hold hands, hug each other; a look at Grand Oath Ceremony

With Constitution in hand, D.K. Shivakumar takes oath as Karnataka CM; G. Parameshwara sworn in as deputy CM, crowd chants 'Vande Mataram'

Fan Flaunts D.K. Shivakumar Tattoo Ahead of Swearing-In Ceremony; CM-Designate Waves to Cheering Crowd

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

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

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