Karnataka

Indian student found dead six days after going missing in California

A 22-year-old Indian student, Saketh Sreenivasaiah from Karnataka, was found dead in California six days after going missing near the University of California. His backpack, containing his passport and laptop, was found near Tilden Regional Park.

22 hours ago

Seven killed in chain collision involving car, bike, canter on Bengaluru national highway

Seven people were killed in a chain collision on the Hoskote-Dabaspete National Highway in Bengaluru Rural district early Friday. The accident involved an XUV car, a motorcycle, and a canter truck. Preliminary reports suggest the car, traveling from Kolar to Devanahalli, first hit the bike and then collided with the truck.

3 days ago

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.

13 days ago

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.

14 days ago

BJP protests at Vidhana Soudha, demands Excise Minister Thimmapur's resignation over alleged Rs 2,500 crore scam

The protest, led by Opposition Leader R. Ashoka and BJP State President B.Y. Vijayendra, involved MLAs and MLCs holding placards and raising slogans against the Congress-led government. Ashoka alleged widespread corruption in the Excise Department, including bribes for liquor licences ranging from Rs 2–2.5 crore per licence, and accused Chief Minister Siddaramaiah of ignoring complaints due to his own involvement.

19 days ago

Karnataka SEC to use ballot papers for B'luru civic polls; elections after May 25

Union Minister for Food and Parliamentary Affairs Pralhad Joshi has strongly criticised the Karnataka Congress-led government for insisting on using ballot papers for local body elections, calling it a tragedy and a matter of shame.

27 days ago

Indian households turn investors, bank deposits surge: SBI report

Between FY15 and FY25, Indian banks saw a significant expansion, with deposits rising from ₹85.3 lakh crore to ₹241.5 lakh crore and advances increasing from ₹67.4 lakh crore to ₹191.2 lakh crore. The banking system's share of GDP also grew from 77% to 94%, indicating deepening financial intermediation.

Jan 12, 2026

Open defecation, child marriage persist in North K'taka despite schemes: Siddaramaiah

The Chief Minister stated that the government has allocated funds to construct toilets, noting that under the Jal Jeevan Mission, taps have been installed and a water supply is being provided.

Dec 19, 2025

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 Congress crisis: Yathindra reiterates 'no leadership change' stand, denies tussle for CM post

The statement has gained significance as the issue has taken a serious turn following Deputy Chief Minister and State Congress President D.K. Shivakumar's demand for clarification from the Chief Minister. CM Siddaramaiah has consistently maintained that he will abide by the high command's decision regarding any leadership change.

Dec 11, 2025

World's 2nd-largest Khadi Tricolour unveiled by K'taka govt in Belagavi

Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, after unveiling the flag, said that the Indian Tricolour is not merely a Khadi cloth, but a symbol of the nation's pride and self-respect.

Dec 9, 2025

Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah slams Kumaraswamy, calls him 'Manuvadi' over Bhagavad Gita in school curriculum proposal

Answering questions on the subject, the Chief Minister said that the former Karnataka Chief Minister had written to the Union Education Minister seeking inclusion of the Gita in the curriculum.

Dec 6, 2025

Siddaramaiah Blames Centre for Karnataka's Rs 12,000 Crore GST Shortfall

Attacking Union Minister H.D. Kumarawamy for questioning his (Siddaramaiah) contributions to the Ahinda communities, the Chief Minister asked why Kumaraswamy is not questioning such things, as he is a Member of Parliament from Mandya.

Dec 6, 2025

K'taka releases Rs 1,033.60cr top-up input subsidy to farmers after monsoon crop loss

Chief Minister Siddaramaiah initiated transfer of the additional compensation amounting to Rs 1,033.60 crore into the bank accounts of 14.24 lakh farmers whose crops were damaged.

Nov 27, 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

Leadership crisis: K'taka CM meets Kharge, says high command's decision final; calls meeting cordial

When asked whether Kharge had asked him to continue as CM for the next two-and-a-half years, Siddaramaiah responded, "Why are you asking everything? Everything is speculation, and you (the media) are the ones who have raised these speculations."

Nov 23, 2025

Bengaluru cash van robbery cracked: three held, ₹5.76 crore seized

Bengaluru Police Commissioner Seemanth Kumar Singh announced the arrests at a press conference on Saturday. He stated that the probe is ongoing, with multiple teams conducting field investigations in neighbouring states.

Nov 22, 2025

'Will continue as K'taka CM & present budget', says Siddaramaiah amid leadership row

When asked whether he would present the state budget this year and for the rest of the term, the Chief Minister replied, "Why are you (media) asking this question? Yes, I will continue as the Chief Minister and will also present the budget."

Nov 21, 2025

Bengaluru's Rs 7.11cr heist puts city on high alert; "robbers won't be spared" says K'taka Min

The Bengaluru Police Commissioner Seemanth Kumar Singh has issued instructions to place the city on high alert. Orders have been given to intensify vehicle checks, especially at the city borders, where barricades have been set up to prevent the accused from escaping Bengaluru.

Nov 20, 2025

K'taka Dy CM Shivakumar rejects reshuffle talk, says leaders survive only if party does

Speaking to reporters in Delhi, Shivakumar, when asked about his meeting with party President Mallikarjun Kharge, said, "It is natural for any State President to meet the National President. There is nothing special about it. The meeting was about party matters. There were issues concerning office inauguration, trusts and other matters."

Nov 17, 2025