Karnataka

Karnataka dead man comes alive moments before autopsy; here's what happened

In a shocking incident, a 27-year-old from Karnataka's Mahalingapur town who was severely injured in a motorcycle crash was found moving on an autopsy table just before doctors prepared to open him up.

Mar 4, 2021

Sex CD scandal: Karnataka minister Ramesh Jarkiholi resigns on "moral grounds"

Karnataka Water Resources Minister Ramesh Jarkiholi resigns over allegations of sexual harassment after a CD allegedly showing him in a compromising position with a woman emerged.

Mar 3, 2021

Pressure building on Karnataka CM BSY to sack Ramesh Jarkiholi after CD leak

A sex CD was released in which Karnataka Major and Medium Water Resources Minister Ramesh Jarkiholi was allegedly seen with a woman in a compromising position.

Mar 3, 2021

Coronavirus update: New Covid cases more than recoveries in Karnataka

New Covid cases of 437 in a day were more than 309 recoveries across Karnataka, said the state health bulletin on Tuesday.

Mar 3, 2021

Now Karnataka to act against illegal abattoirs | Details

Karnataka is mulling tough action against illegal abattoirs across the state which are the primary reason for 'illegal slaughtering' of cattle especially cows, said state Animal Husbandry Minister Prabhu Chauhan on Saturday.

Feb 27, 2021

On BSY birthday, PM calls him 'most experienced leader'

Warm birthday greetings poured in from all over the country, including BJP stalwarts like Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Home Minister Amit Shah, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, to Karnataka Chief Minister B.S. Yediyurappa who celebrated his 78th birthday on Saturday.

Feb 27, 2021

Karnataka woman hands over Mangalsutra for traffic fine; netizens demand it back

In a shocking incident, a 30-year-old woman from Karnataka's Belgavi paid a fine for a traffic violation and ended up handing over her Mangalsutra to traffic cops.

Feb 27, 2021

Why Karnataka lorry owners called for daylong strike today | Details

The Karnataka State Lorry Owners and Agents Association (KSLO&A) on Thursday called for a day-long strike on Friday in protest against the hike in fuel prices and toll rates, and also warned the Union government of bringing transportation to a grinding halt from March 15 if the issues raised by it are not addressed.

Feb 26, 2021

Coronavirus update: New COVID cases remain below 400 in Karnataka

Allaying fears of sudden surge, new Covid cases remained below 400 for the second consecutive day across Karnataka, said the state health bulletin on Tuesday.

Feb 24, 2021

Breaking: Six dead as gelatin sticks explode in Karnataka's Chikkaballapur

At least six persons died and one sustained injuries after a bunch of gelatin sticks exploded in the Chikkaballapur district of Karnataka.

Feb 23, 2021

India enters Lockdown 3.0 to battle coronavirus

Karnataka shuts 13 entry points from two Kerala districts; here's why

People in Kerala, who live near the entry points to Karnataka got a rude jolt after the authorities on Monday decided to close 13 points of entry in districts Wayanad and Kasargode.

Feb 22, 2021

Coronavirus update: Active COVID cases cross 6,000-mark in Karnataka again

Active Covid cases in Karnataka crossed the 6,000-mark again, with 413 patients testing positive in a day, said the state health bulletin on Sunday.

Feb 22, 2021

Karnataka CET examinations will be held on July 7 and 8 | Details inside

Karnataka Examination Authority will conduct the Common Entrance Test (CET) for professional courses on July 7 and 8, Deputy Chief Minister C.N. Ashwath Narayan said on Saturday.

Feb 21, 2021

World No Tobacco Day, cigarette, smoking, health,

Curb tobacco sale near schools, demand Karnataka children | Details

The Consortium for Tobacco Free Karnataka (CFTFK) has demanded the Karnataka government to expedite the process to introduce a vendor licensing system to sell tobacco products in the state.

Feb 18, 2021

Who was Rama Jois, Karnataka born jurist who passed away at 89

Former Jharkhand and Bihar Governor and noted jurist Justice Mandagadde Rama Jois passed away on Tuesday due to age-related ailments.

Feb 16, 2021

Just as Nazis did: Kumaraswamy alleges homes of those not donating for Ram Mandir being marked

Former Karnataka CM HD Kumaraswamy took a dig at Ram Mandir donation drive saying the houses that are not donating money are being marked separately.

Feb 16, 2021

Remembering Kengal Hanumanthaiah and his contribution to Karnataka

Hanumanthaiah will always be remembered as the one responsible for the creation of the architectural marvel by the name of Vidhana Soudha and his imminent role of bringing the Kannada speaking areas within one boundary.

Feb 14, 2021

BMTC, KSRTC employees to protest; bus services continue | Details inside

Employees of BMTC and KSRTC are set to protest today over a range of issues, including the delay of payments of their salaries. However bus services will not be effected during the protests.

Feb 10, 2021

Coronavirus update: New COVID cases in Karnataka dip to 328

Maintaining downward trend, 328 new COVID cases were registered across Karnataka, while 350 patients were discharged in the last 24 hours, the state health bulletin said on Monday.

Feb 9, 2021

Coronavirus update: COVID tally crosses 4-lakh mark in Bengaluru

The Covid tally in Bengaluru crossed the 4-lakh mark, with 250 testing positive in a day and taking the city's virus tally to 4,00,565, including 3,897 active cases, said the state health bulletin on Sunday.

Feb 8, 2021