Karnataka

K'taka increases daily Covid testing target; random testing to be carried out [details]

In view of Covid-19 cluster cases being reported in Dharwad, Mysuru and Bengaluru, the Karnataka government has decided to increase daily Covid testing from 60,000 to 80,000.

Nov 28, 2021

Covid in K'taka: Dharwad-based SDM medical college cases rise to 182

Covid cases at K'taka SDM medical college rise to 182.66 students had tested positive on Thursday morning.All the Covid-19 infected students have been fully vaccinated and their symptoms are not serious.

Nov 26, 2021

Tender kickback row hits ruling BJP in K'taka; Bommai orders probe [details]

Karnataka Chief Minister Basavaraj Bommai, who is facing yet another challenge of defending his government on major allegations of forcing contractors to pay off 40 per cent kickbacks, has ordered a comprehensive probe into the matter.

Nov 26, 2021

Students and BPO employees arrested on charges of looting in Karnataka

The police in Karnataka have arrested six youths in connection with the kidnapping and robbing a student in Bengaluru, authorities said on Tuesday.

Nov 23, 2021

K'taka rain creates havoc, death toll reaches 24; crops in 5L hectares destroyed

Rains cause havoc in Karnataka,State on high alert.24 persons lost their lives due to tragedies related to the heavy rainfall.Around 5 lakh hectares of agricultural crops were destroyed.

Nov 22, 2021

No question of shielding anyone: K'taka CM Bommai on ACB raids

Karnataka Chief Minister Basavaraj Bommai on Sunday said that his government will not tolerate corruption in any form.Reacting to the havoc caused by rains in Bengaluru city, Bommai said, he had already visited affected areas HSR Layout, Rajarajeshwari Layout, Madiwala and Koramangala.

Nov 22, 2021

Karnataka to set up Start-up Silicon Valley Bridge [Details]

On Friday Karnataka's Minister for Electronics announced the setting up of a 'Start-up Silicon Valley Bridge' to help skilled employees to work for start-ups located in the US' Silicon Valley.The minister said the government of Karnataka has received invitations from various participating countries in the BTS 2021 to visit their countries to further strengthen investment ties.

Nov 20, 2021

Bitcoin scandal: BJP, Congress leaders spar over latest twist

Bitcoin scandal gets a new twist as both BJP and opposition parties play the blame game.Congress has decided to make 'Bitcoin Scandal' a poll issue and BJP seems to be determined not to lose the momentum.Sources in both the parties confirmed that there will be more bitter fights in the coming days.

Nov 20, 2021

Bengaluru Tech Summit ends, 50 K visitors attend

The three-day 24th edition of Bengaluru Tech Summit (BTS)-2021 ended on Friday evening on a high note with almost 50k visitors in attendance.The BTS-2021 has reached more than four crore viewers.

Nov 20, 2021

Five killed in road accident in Mandya district, Karnataka

Five members of a family died on Friday evening in a road accident involving auto rickshaw and tipper lorry in Karnataka's Mandya district.Malavalli Rural Police are investigating the case.

Nov 20, 2021

Karnataka police seize demonetised notes worth Rs 2 crore, 3 arrested

In Dakshina Kannada district Rs 1.92 crore demonitised currency was seized by the Police and have arrested 3 persons.Preliminary investigations suggested that the money was being brought from Chitradurga and Shivamogga districts.

Nov 20, 2021

Big relief to commuters; Bengaluru Metro's operational hours extended [details]

Bangalore Metro Rail will extend its train operations by an hour from Thursday onwards and will be operated till 11:30 pm.

Nov 17, 2021

Oppn drags K'taka BJP chief's name into Bitcoin scandal, seeks police protection to main accused

The Karnataka Congress after attacking Chief Minister Basavaraj Bommai in the Bitcoin scandal, is now training its guns towards state BJP President Nalin Kumar Kateel.

Nov 16, 2021

Bengaluru to witness heavy rainfall till Tuesday, predicts IMD

According to the India Meteorological Department there would be heavy rainfall in coastal Karnataka districts till Tuesday.Cloudy weather is predicted throughout the day in Bengaluru with 20 to 25 degree Celsius temperature.

Nov 15, 2021

K'taka to soon enact law on religious conversions

Coming under pressure from Hindu outfits and religious pontiffs, the Karnataka government is all set to enact a law on religious conversions soon, according to sources.

Nov 13, 2021

Submit documents on Bitcoin "scandal": K'taka CM asks Oppn leaders

Countering opposition leaders who are making allegations on ruling BJP over Bitcoin scam, Chief Minister Basavaraj Bommai has challenged them to elaborate as to what exactly is the alleged Bitcoin scam and submit the documents, if any, to the investigation agencies, which are already conducting the probe into the issue.

Nov 13, 2021

K'taka govt assures HC: "No action on online gaming companies"

The Karnataka State government has assured the High Court that no coercive action would be taken against online gaming companies.

Nov 12, 2021

K'taka HC warns Govt over Vivekananda monument land

Counsel argued that the court should require the government to maintain the status quo and promptly issue a stay order.

Nov 11, 2021

Torrential downpour a boon for animals in Bandipur Tiger Reserve

Due to the severe rains, the wild animals would not have to go to the Kabini, Madumalai, and Nagarhole forests in quest of water.

Nov 11, 2021

Podium for Udyami Aagu, Udyoga Needu to be named after Puneeth Rajkumar

Not only in Kalaburagi, but also in Mysuru, Mangaluru, Tumakuru, and Belagavi, Nirani has chosen to name the stage for the 'Udyami Aagu, Udyoga Needu' programmes after the late actor.

Nov 10, 2021