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K'taka govt sets deadline to fill potholes in Bengaluru amid backlash by IT industry

Responding to the development of Co-Founder and CEO of a well-known company moving out of Bengaluru over poor road infrastructure, the leaders of the IT industry on Wednesday had raised concern and appealed the Congress-led government in Karnataka to address the situation with proactive measures.

15 days ago

Bengaluru has gained infamy as 'City of Potholes': Union Minister flays govt over IT firm's plan to shift out of ORR area

"Industries are losing faith in Karnataka and migrating to neighbouring states. Those states have been waiting for this very moment, offering one concession after another to attract them. This government cannot even understand the gravity of the situation, its senses have gone numb."

16 days ago

Man arrested for sexually harassing woman animal lover in Bengaluru

The accused has been identified as Manjunath. According to police, the incident took place on September 7 at 11.50 p.m., and the victim, an animal lover, filed a complaint. Considering the case seriously, the police launched a hunt for the accused and arrested him after tracking him down.

19 days ago

Driver stripped, thrashed for 'sexually harassing' minor girl in Bengaluru

As soon as the vehicle arrived in Basaveshwaranagar, the victim's mother and brother dragged Arif off the bus and confronted him about the sexual harassment. Arif confessed to the crime, joined his hands in apology, and pleaded to be spared.

23 days ago

Indian stock market opens lower amid fresh US tariff concerns

Bengaluru, Mumbai, Delhi among top 15 global prime residential markets: Report

Despite a global cooling in prime residential price growth — averaging 2.3 per cent annually compared to 3.5 per cent in Q1 2025 — Indian cities remain resilient, reflecting strong demand, limited prime supply, and sustained wealth creation in urban centres, Knight and Frank said in its report.

Aug 18, 2025

Bengaluru ranks 26th in global AI City Index, Singapore secures top spot

While Bengaluru has many startups attracting foreign investment, the report said that Mumbai and Delhi are using AI creatively in traffic management and public security, and will rise in future rankings.

Aug 4, 2025

Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar meditates amidst vedic chanting and bhajans

Gurudev champions ethical play at World Summit on Ethics and Leadership: "Celebrate victory and participation"

Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar urges the world to restore ethics and joy in sports at the 7th World Summit on Ethics and Leadership in Bengaluru.

Jul 25, 2025

"No UPI, only cash": Bengaluru goes old-school; vendors fear tax notices

According to GST rules, businesses selling goods must register if their yearly sales exceed Rs 40 lakh, while the limit for service businesses is Rs 20 lakh. The department insists that businesses crossing these thresholds must register, disclose their taxable income, and pay GST accordingly.

Jul 17, 2025

Mentally challenged minor raped, murdered in J'khand; public outrage sparks protests

Bengaluru college lecturers rape, blackmail student; arrested after girl's complaint

The accused lecturers, Narendra and Sandeep, were teaching physics and biology, respectively, at a private college in Moodbidri town, located in the Mangaluru district. According to the police, Narendra had developed a close relationship with the victim, under the guise of providing her with study notes.

Jul 15, 2025

Assam man arrested for lover's murder in Bengaluru; dumped body into garbage truck

This case is not an isolated incident in Bengaluru. On June 9, another tragic event unfolded when a software professional fatally stabbed his married lover 17 times. The incident occurred in a hotel room in Poornaprajna Layout, within the Subramanyapura police station's jurisdiction. The victim, Harini, was involved with a techie named Yashas.

Jun 30, 2025

India jumps to 3rd place in global tech startup funding in 1st half of 2025

Bengaluru emerged as the leader in total funds raised during this period, accounting for 26 per cent of the overall funding, followed by Delhi at 25 per cent.

Jun 25, 2025

Bengaluru-wide Cauvery supply shutdown on June 19 for 24 hours; what you need to know

The Bengaluru Water Supply and Sewerage Board (BWSSB) has declared a 24-hour Cauvery water supply shutdown from 6 AM on Thursday, June 19, to 6 AM on Friday, June 20, affecting all areas under BBMP limits.

Jun 18, 2025

Kannada superstar Darshan, 10 others detained in murder case

Fan murder case: Actor Darshan seeks court nod for foreign travel

Kannada superstar Darshan filed a petition before the trial court in Bengaluru on Wednesday seeking the court's nod for foreign travel. Darshan is out on conditional bail in connection with the murder of his fan allegedly by the actor, his partner, and associates.

May 28, 2025

Two Karnataka BJP MLAs expelled for 6 years for 'anti-party activities'

The BJP's Central Disciplinary Committee on Tuesday expelled Karnataka MLAs S.T. Somashekar and Shivaram Hebbar from the party for a period of six years.

May 27, 2025

Chennai doctor, wife, two sons found dead at home

Refusal to fetch cigarette turns tragic for software engineer in Bengaluru; Police arrest accused

A shocking incident came to light in Bengaluru on Saturday, where a software professional was killed following a petty quarrel over fetching a cigarette for another man. The stranger, who asked the software professional to fetch a cigarette for him, allegedly rammed his car into the man's motorcycle from behind and has now been arrested by the police.

May 17, 2025

ISKCON temple in Bengaluru does not belong to ISKCON Society Mumbai: SC

The Supreme Court on Friday ruled that the ISKCON temple in Bengaluru does not belong to ISKCON Society Mumbai but to ISKCON Society Bangalore, registered under the Karnataka Societies Act.

May 16, 2025

Karnataka Lokayukta raids places linked to govt officials across 7 districts

Disproportionate assets: Lokayukta conducts raids in 30 locations across K'taka

The sleuths of the Lokayukta are conducting a series of raids at more than 30 locations, targeting at least seven government officials across Bengaluru and other parts of Karnataka on Thursday.

May 15, 2025

CBSE Class 10 results declared; girls outperformed boys once again

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) announced the Class 10 Board exam results for 2025 on Tuesday. This year, an impressive 93.66 per cent of students passed the examination. Over 23 lakh students appeared for the exam, which was held at 7,837 centres across 26,675 affiliated schools.

May 13, 2025

Karnataka BJP vows support for KPSC aspirants fighting 'injustice'

Karnataka BJP announced on Thursday that it will stand with the Karnataka Public Service Commission (KPSC) aspirants in their fight against 'injustice'.

May 8, 2025

8-year-old boy kidnapped, murdered by neighbour in Bengaluru

In a shocking act of cruelty and revenge, an eight-year-old boy was kidnapped and murdered by a neighbour over a trivial dispute in the Parappana Agrahara police station limits in Bengaluru. The incident came to light on Thursday, and the police have arrested the accused.