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This new bar in Bengaluru asks you to keep your phones away

Against spectacle and speed, 403 Forbidden stages nights of ritual, craft and human connection.

Feb 6, 2026

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

Hiring surges across India as AI-linked jobs rise exponentially

AI hiring is projected to grow 32% in 2026 to nearly 3.8 lakh roles, with a focus on skills-driven, mid-career talent across Tier 1 and Tier 2 cities. IT-Software and Services led AI job postings (37%), followed by BFSI (15.8%) and Manufacturing (6%), while sectors like Healthcare, Retail, Logistics, and Telecom also recorded strong growth

Jan 13, 2026

Karnataka busts massive interstate Rs 1,464 crore carousel fraud, arrests four in coordinated crackdown

Operating across Karnataka and Tamil Nadu, the syndicate orchestrated fraudulent transactions totalling a staggering Rs 1,464 crore in building materials like cement, iron, and steel, leading to the wrongful claiming and passing of Input Tax Credit (ITC) worth approximately Rs 355 crore—all without any actual movement of goods.

Jan 5, 2026

Bengaluru: Tension in city's JJ Nagar amid stone-pelting during Om Shakti festival

According to the police, an incident of stone-pelting targeting Om Shakti devotees was reported near the Om Shakti temple at V.S. Garden within the JJ Nagar police station limits. A child, who is an Om Shakti devotee, was injured in the stone-pelting.

Jan 5, 2026

Bengaluru to get 153-acre Biodiversity Park honouring Basavanna, Cabinet approves Rs 250 crore project

He said people need lung space as Bengaluru is increasingly turning into a concrete jungle. "Bengaluru should not become another gas chamber. Establishing a large park in the city has been an unfulfilled dream of nature lovers for the past one-and-a-half centuries," he said.

Jan 3, 2026

Karnataka govt mulls menstrual leave for college students

The Minister made the statement in Bengaluru while responding to a media query on the issue. He said that if the Chief Minister issues directions, the government would announce menstrual leave for female students studying in colleges as well as postgraduate programmes in universities.

Jan 3, 2026

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 BJP seeks voter list revision, alleges 3 lakh Bangladeshis living in Bengaluru alone

Speaking at a press conference in Bengaluru, Leader of the Opposition and senior BJP leader R. Ashoka, also announced that protests will be held in all Assembly constituencies on November 27 and 28 condemning the Congress-led government's "anti-farmer" policies.

Nov 24, 2025

Bengaluru: RCB Marketing Head, DNA Executives Taken to Court in Stampede Case

Bengaluru stampede case: CID prepares to file chargesheet against RCB, DNA

The investigating authorities are finalising the 2,200 page-chargesheet in the case and held the RCB, DNA and KSCA directly responsible for the tragic event. The CID sleuths have gathered hundreds of eyewitness accounts, CCTV footages and recorded the statements of injured persons.

Nov 19, 2025

Bengaluru's IT workforce surpasses California by 12 lakh professionals: K'taka Dy CM Shivakumar

Bengaluru has more 12 lakh more IT professionals than California: K'taka Dy CM Shivakumar

Speaking after inaugurating the Bengaluru Tech Summit 2025 at the Bengaluru International Exhibition Centre along with Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, Shivakumar said, "There are 1.4 crore people in Bengaluru, of which 20 per cent are IT professionals."

Nov 18, 2025

Bengaluru police bust interstate bike theft racket; 42 Royal Enfield bikes worth Rs 1cr recovered

With the arrest of this accused, 37 Royal Enfield two-wheeler theft cases have been solved, registered across various police stations in Bengaluru.

Nov 11, 2025

Domestic worker arrested for killing pet dog in Bengaluru

After killing the dog, Pushpalatha fabricated a story, claiming that the puppy had accidentally fallen while coming out of the lift. However, when the pet's owner questioned the security personnel about the incident, their responses raised suspicion. Upon checking the CCTV footage, the cruel act came to light.

Nov 4, 2025

Domestic worker smashes puppy to death inside apartment lift in Bengaluru; CCTV footage sparks outrage

According to the preliminary investigation, the accused committed this cruel act while taking the dog out for a walk. The incident took place on October 31 but came to light only recently. After killing the pet, the woman was seen in CCTV footage carrying the dead puppy in one hand and walking out of the lift.

Nov 3, 2025

Gangster Lawrence Bishnoi's name etched on Tipu Sultan's summer palace wall near Bengaluru; tourists demand action

The act was carried out despite the installation of multiple CCTV cameras on the premises. Tourists and locals have strongly objected to the incident. The summer palace, located on the northern side of Nandi Hills, was once used by Tipu Sultan as a retreat during the summer months.

Oct 27, 2025

We have filled over 10,000 potholes in Bengaluru: K'taka Dy CM Shivakumar

K'taka Dy CM Shivakumar was speaking after inaugurating white-topping and integrated road development works in the Gandhi Nagar Assembly constituency in Bengaluru on Tuesday.

Oct 21, 2025

Sabarimala gold theft: SIT registers first arrest; who next?

The Special Investigation Team (SIT) has recorded two separate cases against Potti, who allegedly smuggled gold out of the temple under the guise of a sponsor.

Oct 17, 2025

Karnataka govt to consider inclusion of 'Ramayana' to school curriculum

He made the statement while addressing the gathering at the Valmiki Jayanti event organised at the Banquet Hall of Vidhana Soudha in Bengaluru.Siddaramaiah assured that former minister V.S. Ugrappa's demand to include Maharshi Valmiki and the 'Ramayana' in the school curriculum will be positively considered.

Oct 7, 2025

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.

Sep 19, 2025

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