Karnataka

Covid: Recoveries surpass fresh coronavirus cases in Karnataka

More than 16,068 new Covid cases have been detected in Karnataka. Bengaluru remains the epicenter, despite a drop in the positivity rate to 10.66 percent

Jun 5, 2021

Southwest monsoon enters Karnataka, rains in Bengaluru

The southwest monsoon has arrived in Karnataka, bringing moderate rains to Bengaluru, and is expected to spread over the state over the next 2-3 days, according to IMD

Jun 5, 2021

Google apologises for hurting Kannada sentiments on Search page results

Google Search Engine ranked Kannada as the "ugliest language in India." Google India stressed on Thursday that it is not a representative of the company and expressed regret for any misconceptions or hurt feelings.

Jun 4, 2021

Covid-hit Karnataka industry seeks tax waiver, vaccines for all employees

Reeling under the impact of the Covid pandemic's second wave and the extended lockdown, Karnataka industry has sought waiver of taxes and tariffs and vaccines to protect employees from infection, an official statement said on Wednesday.

Jun 3, 2021

Karnataka reports 16,604 new Covid cases, Bengaluru still epic centre with 3,992 cases

On Monday, the number of new Covid cases reported in Karnataka fell relatively down to 16,604 but Bengaluru remains the epic centre with 3,992 fresh cases

Jun 1, 2021

Zero to Zerodha: The Kamath brothers Nithin and Nikhil

Trailblazers, transparent and tenacious: Journey of Zerodha's Kamath brothers from K'taka

While their controversial ten-figure salary might be the focal point of Zerodha's Nithin and Nikhil Kamath's public image right now, here are a few things about Karnataka's billionaire boys that deserve kind attention too.

Jun 1, 2021

Karnataka Covid cases drop to 20K; Congress offers to hold mass vaccination drive in state

As new Covid cases declined to 20,378 in a day across Karnataka with 382 deaths, Karnataka Congress president D.K. Shivakumar asked for the state government's permission to take up a mass vaccination drive.

May 31, 2021

K'taka man caught on street amid lockdown tells cops his hen is sick; leaves DGP amused [reactions]

K'taka man caught on street amid lockdown tells cops his hen is sick; even DGP is amused [reactions]

Not just the netizens but even policemen in Gadag had a hearty laugh at the man maintaining a stoic face while using his hen as an excuse to loiter the streets amid lockdown.

May 30, 2021

Now farmers of Karnataka, Telangana, Chhattisgarh can go for commercial cultivation of apples [Details]

An innovative farmer from Himachal Pradesh develops a new variety that does not require chilling conditions

May 29, 2021

Top BJP leaders rally behind Yediyurappa, rule out any leadership change

As Chief Minister B.S. Yediyurappa's legitimacy is questioned by his own party members, high-ranking persons, including the BJP state president, have rallied behind him.

May 29, 2021

Karnataka crosses 25 lakh Covid cases, second to Maharashtra now

In Karnataka, the number of COVID-19 infections has crossed 25 lakh mark. As a result, the state's administration is considering a full-fledged protracted lockdown even after June 7th.

May 28, 2021

A video grab shows Madikeri police official manhandling the reporter

Kodagu journalist pushed, manhandled by local police for doing his job

A news daily correspondent from Kodagu who has been reporting widely on the pandemic situation in the district was recently manhandled by local police on the pretext of not carrying valid ID, shares his plight on microblogging site, says, 'This is what we get for reporting'.

May 28, 2021

Covid situation remains grim in Karnataka with 26,811 new cases, 530 deaths in 24 hours

Karnataka reported 26,811 new Covid cases, while 530 succumbed to the virus on Wednesday. Bengaluru is still facing severe shortage of Covaxin

May 27, 2021

COVID recoveries increase in Karnataka; Bengaluru reports 5,700 new cases [details]

The recovery rate in Karnataka was twice as high as the 25,311 new Covid cases. The positivity rate has increased to 23.28%. Bengaluru, the state capital, continues to be the epicentre.

May 25, 2021

Karnataka to face oxygen shortage as two plants malfunction

The 'crisis' in oxygen supply in Karnataka will be reduced by 20% as Bellary two plant's output of 220 tonnes is reduced. Manufacturing has been halted due to a 'power outage crisis' and 'technical glitches.'

May 24, 2021

Karnataka Covid deaths soar to 626, new cases at 26K

On Sunday, the number of new Covid cases in Karnataka fell below 26,000 for the first time in days. The rate of positivity was 20.76 %

May 24, 2021

Karnataka reports 32,218 new Covid cases, 353 deaths in 24 hrs; Bengaluru remains epicentre

On Friday, Karnataka reported 32,218 new Covid cases, 353 deaths in 24 hrs, while 52,581 recovered

May 22, 2021

Karnataka provides free treatment for black fungus; resumes vaccination for 18-44 age group

After extending lockdown in Karnataka, CM Yediyurappa announced free treatment for black fungus in government hospitals.

May 22, 2021

A 2017 photo by The Hindu on farmers dumping tomatoes

Tomato prices crash amid lockdown; K'taka farmers dump export-quality yield on roads [shocking details]

In a recent viral video, two farmers were captured throwing away crates of ripe tomatoes by the roadside in Kolar, Karnataka. According to a source, 1000 tons of tomatoes can be spotted rotting every day at APMC yard in Kolar. Lack of demand and lack of fair price may be the cause for extreme measures taken.

May 21, 2021

Covid deaths surge in Karnataka, Bengaluru toll at 10,527; Vax shortage continues

With 28,869 positive cases on Wednesday, the state's Covid cases' tally rose to 23,35,524, including 5,34,954 active cases. Covid death toll in Karnataka reached 23,854, as per the government bulletin