Bengaluru

Karnataka Rajya Sabha elections 2020: BJP names Eranna Kadadi, Ashok Gasti as candidates

Kadadi is a strong leader of the politically dominant Lingayat community, which is the ruling party's vote bank in the state and to which chief minister B.S. Yediyurappa belongs.

Jun 8, 2020

Unlock 1.0 in Bengaluru: Temples, hotels, malls reopen in India's tech hub; safety measures ensured

As most of the temples, malls, and hotels in the Bengaluru city were let open on Monday, authorities keep up strict social distancing norms and personal hygienic measures.

Jun 8, 2020

Bengaluru: Thief breaks in IT engineer's flat when owner was in; loots electronic gadgets, banking cards

According to the complaint, Priya said she was at home when the thief entered the flat and started looting her things although she remained unknown to it.

Jun 8, 2020

HD Deve Gowda likely to file nomination for Rajya Sabha election on June 9

The former PM, HD Deve Gowda, has reportedly sought the support of Congress in securing his victory to reach the upper house of the Parliament.

Jun 8, 2020

Bengaluru Covid-19 infection rate only 0.003%, says state Education Minister

Though the rate of infection in Bengaluru is not as high as other places in the state, it has witnessed the highest number of Covid deaths in Karnataka.

Jun 6, 2020

How plasma therapy became effective Coronavirus treatment in Bengaluru

Covid-19 infection can be deadly who are prone to other ailments. But here's the tale of survival of a 38-year-old diabetic woman who underwent plasma therapy for full recovery.

Jun 6, 2020

Wodeyars of Mysore: The only royal family that ruled over a kingdom for 500 years

The Wodeyar dynasty holds a lot of significance in Indian history as they ruled the erstwhile Kingdom of Mysore for more than 5 centuries from 1399 to 1947.

Jun 6, 2020

Here's how much private hospitals in Karnataka will charge for Covid-19 treatment for poor

The new move by the private hospitals association in the state to fix affordable charges from patients BPL helps the patients share their load of burden.

Jun 5, 2020

Cancel all illegal ration cards in Karnataka, says CM BS Yediyurappa

The Chief Minister said proper supply of ration must be ensured to eligible beneficiaries and action should be taken to prevent the misuse.

Jun 5, 2020

How to ensure your safety in malls, religious places and hotels in Karnataka from June 8

From Aarogya Setu app to one-meter distance, check out the measures you should follow in malls, temples, hotels, and restaurants from June 8.

Jun 4, 2020

Remembering Maharaja Krishna Raja Wadiyar, the iconic Mysuru ruler on his 136th birth anniversary

The name behind KR Market, one of the biggest flower markets in Asia, Maharaja Krishnaraja Wadiyar is the iconic ruler Mysuru has ever had.

Jun 4, 2020

Who is HR Mahadeva, the new BDA Commissioner?

A 2008-batch IAS officer, Mahadeva, the newly appointed BDA Commissioner was previously the deputy commissioner of Bidar district in Karnataka.

Jun 4, 2020

Karnataka bans stamped people's entry to public places before end of quarantine

All offices, commercial establishments, religious places, and hotels should first check for quarantine stamp on all their customers or visitors before they enter the premises.

Jun 4, 2020

Karnataka Covid-19 tally breaches 4,000 with 267 new cases in 24 hours; 53 patients dead

Across the state, Covid tally breached the 4,000-mark with 2,494 are active cases, 1,514 discharged, 16 patients in ICU and 53 died of the virus.

Jun 4, 2020

Karnataka prescribes three weeks quarantine for Maharashtra returnees

Some asymptomatic individuals from Maharashtra have been provided exceptions from the three-week quarantine while others will have 21 days of isolation.

Jun 4, 2020

Good news for job seekers, these firms are hiring amid coronavirus pandemic

At a time when most of the companies are either cutting their workforce or announcing pay cuts, there are a few firms that are creating new opportunities for those in need of jobs.

Jun 3, 2020

No more 'night owls' allowed to litter Bengaluru: BBMP ensures strict watch over improper waste management

BBMP Commissioner urges the public to strictly compile their garbage, including the dry litter and sanitary waste into garbage collectors.

Jun 3, 2020

Fake vehicle RCs, insurance policies: Bengaluru Police uncover scam, arrest two

Bengaluru City Police team led by PI Hazresh busted fake insurance and RC card scam, arresting two of the accused.

Jun 3, 2020

Why Bengaluru has only 385 coronavirus cases despite over 1.2 crore population

The low rate of Covid cases in Bengaluru compared to other Indian cities shows the efficient working of the state health department and the police force.

Jun 2, 2020

Karnataka releases guidelines for Phase-1 reopening of 'Unlock 1': Check here

The Health Ministry will prepare a new set of SOP in this regard focusing on the measures to ensure proper social distancing as the services are let open.

Jun 2, 2020