Karnataka

Cybercriminals target rural bank in Karnataka, siphon off Rs 2.3 crore

Cyber criminals have siphoned off Rs 2.3 crore after targeting a rural bank in Ballari district of Karnataka, said officials on Friday.

Jan 24, 2025

Used car sales in India likely to touch 10.8 million by 2030: Report

The used car market in India is projected to grow from 4.6 million sales in 2023 to 10.8 million by 2030, cruising ahead with an impressive compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 13 per cent.

Jan 23, 2025

Power sharing: Cong high command will take final decision, says K'taka CM Siddaramaiah

Commenting on the issue of power sharing in Karnataka, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah remarked on Thursday that the final decision in this regard would be taken by the Congress high command.

Jan 23, 2025

Twin road accidents: K'taka govt announces Rs 3 lakh ex-gratia; condolences pour in

The Karnataka government on Wednesday announced Rs 3 lakh solatium to the families of the deceased in two road accidents in Uttara Kannada and Raichur districts.

Jan 22, 2025

Brutal attack on labourers: Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah promises strict action

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, reacting to the shocking incident of three laborers in Vijayapura district being brutally assaulted by their employer for returning late to work, stated that strict action would be taken against the wrongdoers.

Jan 20, 2025

Kerala bizman attacked in Karnataka, robbed of car, cash

A Kerala businessman was attacked by a gang of four robbers and robbed of his car and cash in Karnatakas's Mysuru district.

Jan 20, 2025

Shutdown in K'taka's Srirangapatna against farmers' land records listed as Waqf properties

Shops and traditional markets in Karnataka's historical town of Srirangapatna remained closed on Monday following a bandh call given by farmers' organisations and Hindu activists to protest against the inclusion of farmers' lands as Waqf properties.

Jan 20, 2025

US Consulate inaugurated in Bengaluru: What it means for India-US relations

The US inaugurated its consulate in Bengaluru, marking a significant step in strengthening India-US diplomatic ties. The consulate provides a platform for the people of Karnataka to connect with global aspirations.

Jan 17, 2025

K'taka: Forced into relationship, ninth-class girl dies by suicide

A shocking incident of a ninth-class student ending life allegedly after being tortured by two young men was reported from the Gadag district of Karnataka on Thursday.

Jan 16, 2025

Prioritising consulate in Gujarat caused delay in establishing one in Bengaluru: K'taka Minister

Karnataka Minister for Electronics, IT/BT and Rural Development & Panchayat Raj Priyank Kharge stated on Thursday that prioritising a consulate in Gujarat caused a delay in establishing one in Bengaluru.

Jan 16, 2025

Karnataka: Rape accused tries to escape police custody, shot in leg

A rape accused, who tried to escape from police custody when he was taken to the crime spot to recreate the scene, was shot in the leg in Torangal town of Karnataka's Ballary district on Thursday.

Jan 16, 2025

K'taka HC adjourns hearing in MUDA case to Jan 27; asks Lokayukta ADGP to submit report

The Karnataka High Court's Dharwad Bench on Wednesday adjourned the hearing in the plea seeking a Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) probe into a case related to the alleged irregularities in the Mysuru Urban Development Authority (MUDA) to January 27.

Jan 15, 2025

Cow cruelty horror: K'taka police nab accused; BJP demands more action

Karnataka Police on Monday nabbed one person in the shocking incident of slashing of the udders of three cows in Bengaluru, which took a communal turn and created tension in the city.

Jan 13, 2025

K'taka govt surrendered to Naxals rather than ultras surrendering to it: BJP

Karnataka Leader of Opposition (LoP) in the Legislative Council, Chalavadi Narayanaswamy, criticised the state government, claiming it has surrendered to Naxals rather than the Naxals surrendering to the government.

Jan 11, 2025

Renukaswamy murder case: Darshan appears in court, hearing adjourned till Feb 25

The court on Friday adjourned the hearing in the Renukaswamy murder case till February 25 after recording the presence of accused Kannada superstar Darshan and his partner and actress Pavithra Gowda.

Jan 10, 2025

Bangladeshi national arrested in Karnataka village

A Bangladeshi national, who was living illegally in India, was arrested from a village in Karnataka's Mangaluru district.

Jan 10, 2025

Another harassment complaint against suspended K'taka DSP Ramachandrappa

Karnataka Police on Thursday registered another sexual harassment complaint against suspended Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) P. Ramachandrappa, who is currently lodged in Tumakuru District Prison.

Jan 9, 2025

K'taka BJP slams Cong govt over giving royal treatment to Maoists

The Karnataka BJP has questioned the Congress government in the state for offering royal treatment to Maoists and facilitating their surrender.

Jan 9, 2025

Create fear among criminals, fear-free atmosphere for common man: K'taka CM tells police

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has urged police to create a sense of fear among criminals while ensuring a fear-free environment for common people.

Jan 8, 2025

K'taka BJP slams Cong govt over facilitating surrender of Maoists

Karnataka BJP General Secretary and MLA V. Sunil Kumar on Wednesday slammed the Siddaramaiah government for facilitating the surrender of six Maoists, saying this was a move to create urban naxals.

Jan 8, 2025