Bengaluru: News
Bangalore also well-known as Bengaluru is the capital of Karnataka. With a population of 8.42 million, it is the third most populous city in India. Being one of the most progressive and developed cities in the country, Bengaluru is often dubbed as the Silicon Valley of India. Hub of many research centres in India, it is located on the Deccan Plateau in southern India.
New 'overstay' rules spark chaos at Bengaluru airport
Bengaluru's Kempegowda International Airport (KIA) witnessed a major disruption on December 14 as the Bangalore International Airport Limited (BIAL) implemented new "overstay" rules.
Ilaiyaraaja to celebrate 50-year music career with special Bengaluru concert
Legendary composer Ilaiyaraaja is set to celebrate his 50-year-long musical career with a special concert, titled Ilaiyaraaja 50: A Legendary Musical Journey.
Cognizant's biggest cyber defense center now open in Bengaluru
Cognizant, a leading IT services company, has opened its largest Cyber Defense Center (CDC) in Bengaluru.
Planning binge-eating? Avoid these overrated food streets
India is famous for its vibrant street food culture, with food streets in every corner of the country.
Microsoft commits $17.5B to India's AI buildout after Nadella-Modi meeting
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella has announced a $17.5 billion (₹1.5 lakh crore) investment in India, the company's largest-ever investment in Asia, to support the country's AI-first future.
'IndiGo crisis not urgent?' CJI declines immediate hearing on PIL
Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant on Monday declined an urgent hearing on a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) over the recent IndiGo flight disruptions.
'Misunderstanding': Zaid Khan defends Aryan after obscene gesture controversy
Kannada actor Zaid Khan has defended Aryan Khan, the son of Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan, amid a recent controversy over an alleged obscene hand gesture.
IndiGo ordered to clear refunds: When's deadline; who gets refund
The Ministry of Civil Aviation has ordered IndiGo Airlines to complete all pending refunds for canceled or disrupted flights by 8:00pm on Sunday.
IndiGo cancellations: Your credit card travel insurance could cover losses
IndiGo's operational turmoil has resulted in over 700 flight cancellations on December 5 alone.
Samosa + chai: How the metro cities pair these two
Samosa and chai are two of the most loved snacks in India. The crispy samosa with its spicy filling and the hot, flavorful chai make for an irresistible combination.
Harassed by neighbors, civic officials, Bengaluru techie dies by suicide
A 45-year-old software engineer, Murali Govindaraju, died by suicide at his under-construction house in Bengaluru on Wednesday.
India remains key market despite global tariff pressures: Google
Google has reaffirmed its commitment to India, despite the ongoing trade and tariff tensions with the US.
IndiGo chaos continues as several flights canceled amid crew shortage
The IndiGo Airlines chaos continued for the third consecutive day on Thursday as it canceled 73 flights at Bengaluru's Kempegowda International Airport.
IndiGo apologizes as hundreds of flight cancellations cause chaos
IndiGo, India's largest airline, canceled as many as 200 flights across several states, including Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru and Hyderabad, on Wednesday due to a combination of factors like crew shortages and technical glitches.
Microsoft outage delays IndiGo, SpiceJet flights at multiple airports
Flight operations were severely affected on Wednesday morning as check-in systems at several airports went down.
2 Delhi University colleges receive bomb threats
Two Delhi University colleges, Ramjas College and Deshbandhu College, were evacuated on Wednesday after receiving bomb threats via email.
IndiGo passengers at several airports report significant delays
IndiGo passengers were hit by major flight delays across several airports on Tuesday.
Samajwadi MP, stuck in Bengaluru traffic gridlock, calls cops 'useless'
Samajwadi Party MP Rajeev Rai from Uttar Pradesh's Ghosi was recently stuck in Bengaluru due to severe traffic congestion while en route to catch a flight to Delhi for the Winter Session of Parliament.
Airbus software glitch affects almost 340 aircraft in India
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has revealed that 338 A320 family aircraft operated by Indian airlines need a software upgrade to fix a potential flight control issue.
Apple's 5th store in India to open in this city
Apple is gearing up to launch its fifth retail store in India, according to industry speculation.
Bengaluru couple arrested for mass-producing fake ghee under 'Nandini' brand
A couple, Shivakumar and Ramya, have been arrested for running a fake ghee racket in Bengaluru.
Pilot accused of raping crew member at Bengaluru hotel
A pilot of a chartered flight has been booked for allegedly sexually assaulting a 26-year-old cabin crew member at a hotel in Bengaluru, Hindustan Times reported.
Bengaluru: BPO managers abducted in fake police raid; 8 arrested
Four manager-level employees of a Bengaluru-based Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) firm were rescued after being abducted by a gang posing as police officers.
How simple mistake helped Bengaluru police crack ₹7.11cr ATM heist
Three people have been arrested in connection with the ₹7.11 crore daylight robbery from an ATM cash refill van in Bengaluru.
Foreign handler shared Delhi blast suspect '42 DIY bomb-making videos'
A foreign handler, linked to the doctors of Faridabad's Al Falah Medical College and accused in the Red Fort blast case, allegedly sent 42 bomb-making videos to Muzammil Ahmad Ganai, one of the arrested doctors from the university, investigators told The Indian Express.
First-for-India: Arms maker SSS Defence debuts at Milipol Paris expo
Bengaluru-based SSS Defence has made its debut at the Milipol Paris 2025, a premier global event for homeland security and safety.
₹65L fraud case: Yash's mother files complaint against film promoter
Pushpalatha, the mother of popular Kannada actor Yash, has filed a police complaint against film promoter Harish Arasu.
Video: CISF officer stops knife attack at Bengaluru airport
A man attempted to attack two taxi drivers with a knife at the Kempegowda International Airport in Bengaluru on Thursday night.
Quick service app Pronto relocates headquarters to Bengaluru
Quick service app Pronto has shifted its headquarters from Gurugram to Bengaluru.
How Bengaluru woman lost ₹32cr after receiving fake parcel call
A 57-year-old software engineer in Bengaluru was duped of nearly ₹32 crore in a six-month-long "digital arrest" scam.
Bengaluru considers air purifiers at busiest junctions amid AQI spike
Bengaluru is grappling with rising pollution levels, with the air quality slipping into the "moderate" category and some areas recording a "poor" AQI.
Godrej Properties to launch ₹22,000cr worth of housing units
Godrej Properties is gearing up to launch housing units worth ₹22,000 crore in the second half of this fiscal year. The move comes as a response to strong consumer demand.
Akon's pants pulled down during Bengaluru concert; netizens outraged
Senegalese-American singer Akon is currently in India for his 2025 tour.
Saalumarada Thimmakka, India's 'Tree Woman,' dies at 114
Padma Shri awardee Saalumarada Thimmakka passed away on Friday at the age of 114. The renowned environmentalist had been suffering from respiratory issues since 2023.
How AI is helping Bengaluru Police make the city safer
The Bengaluru City Police is leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) technologies under its Safe City Project.
Kannada actor Upendra, wife duped of ₹1.5L: Bihar man arrested
Sandalwood actor Upendra and his wife Priyanka were victims of a cybercrime in September that resulted in a loss of approximately ₹1.5 lakh.
Top-6 Indian cities see 26% jump in new office supply
India's six largest cities have reported a 26% annual growth in new office space supply for the September quarter, according to US-based real estate consultant Vestian.
Ahmedabad: 3 ISIS terrorists arrested, were planning attacks across India
The Gujarat Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) has arrested three suspected Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS) terrorists from Ahmedabad.
Woman alleges Rapido driver grabbed her legs during ride
A woman in Bengaluru has accused a Rapido bike taxi driver of sexual harassment during a ride on Thursday evening.
Veteran Kannada actor, 'KGF's Harish Rai (55) dies of cancer
Veteran Kannada actor Harish Rai, known for his roles as Don Rai in Om and Chacha in KGF, passed away on Thursday at the age of 55.
India housing prices surge, Delhi‑NCR sees biggest 19% surge
India's top eight housing markets witnessed an increase between 7% to 19% in property prices during the July-September quarter, according to PropTiger, a digital real estate transaction and advisory platform.
'I killed my wife for you': Bengaluru doctor's chilling confession
Bengaluru-based anesthetist Dr. Mahendra Reddy GS, who has been arrested for the murder of his wife, Dr Kruthika Reddy, had sent a chilling message to at least four women saying, "I killed my wife for you."
Air India flight diverted to Bhopal due to technical snag
An Air India flight from Delhi to Bengaluru was diverted to Bhopal on Monday night due to a suspected technical issue, the airline said.
Darshan, Pavithra Gowda charged with murder in Renukaswamy case
The 64th Sessions Court in Bengaluru has charged actor Darshan, girlfriend-actor Pavithra Gowda, and 15 others with murder and criminal conspiracy in the Renukaswamy murder case.
Bengaluru MBA graduate found dead; police suspect suicide, cite depression
A 25-year-old woman was found dead in a decomposed state at her rented residence in Gayatri Nagar, North Bengaluru.
Bengaluru: Speeding ambulance runs over 2 after jumping traffic signal
A tragic accident in Bengaluru's Richmond Circle claimed the lives of a couple on Saturday night.
Fake cab apps are being used to inflate fares
A Bengaluru resident has exposed a new scam in which some cab drivers are allegedly using fake ride-hailing apps to inflate fares.
Bengaluru teen, friends strangle her mother; stage it as suicide
In a shocking incident in Bengaluru's Uttarahalli, a 17-year-old girl and her friends allegedly murdered her mother and tried to make it look like a suicide.
'Everyone sought bribe': Ex-CFO shares ordeal for daughter's death certificate
A retired executive in Bengaluru has alleged he was forced to pay bribes at every step after his daughter's death.
Bengaluru couple chases biker, kills him for brushing against car
In a shocking incident in Bengaluru, a couple has been arrested for a road rage killing of a delivery boy.
'Most dangerous road on planet': Bengaluru woman records 117-inch-long pothole
A Bengaluru woman has raised alarm over a road in Whitefield, calling it "the most dangerous road on this planet."
Kurnool bus fire tragedy: Viral video shows biker before crash
A viral video has emerged in the investigation of a tragic bus fire in Kurnool, Andhra Pradesh. The incident, which took place on Friday morning, killed 20 people.
Kannada actor Divya Suresh identified as driver in hit-and-run case
Kannada actor and reality TV star Divya Suresh has been identified as the driver in a hit-and-run case in Bengaluru's Byatarayanapura area.
'Great idea but...': Chidambaram responds to Mazumdar-Shaw's road repair offer
Congress MP P Chidambaram has welcomed Biocon chairperson Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw's proposal to reportedly fund the development of 10-15 roads in Bengaluru.
Welsh entrepreneur who built $100M startups bitten by stray dog
Oliver Jones, a Welsh entrepreneur who founded two startups worth over $100 million in India, was recently bitten by a stray dog while running near the old airport terminal in Bengaluru.
Swiggy and magicpin see festive surge as food orders skyrocket
As India celebrates the festive season, food delivery platforms Swiggy and magicpin have reported a massive increase in orders.
Take up development work if you want: Shivakumar to Kiran
Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar has responded to Biocon Chairperson Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw's criticism of Bengaluru's infrastructure.
Bengaluru doctor murder case: Everything that has happened so far
The Marathahalli Police in Bengaluru on Tuesday arrested Dr. Mahendra Reddy for the alleged murder of his wife, Dr. Kruthika M Reddy.
Bengaluru engineering student rapes friend in men's washroom
A 21-year-old engineering student, Jeevan Gowda, has been arrested for allegedly raping a fellow student in the men's washroom of a private engineering college in Bengaluru.
Bengaluru business corridor announced; traffic to reduce by 40%
The Karnataka government has approved the Bengaluru Business Corridor project, a major infrastructure initiative aimed at decongesting the city's notorious traffic.
Sabarimala sponsor arrested in gold theft case
Unnikrishnan Potti, the main accused in the Sabarimala gold theft case, has been arrested by the Special Investigation Team (SIT) appointed by the Kerala High Court.
Bengalureans threaten to stop paying tax over potholes; Shivakumar responds
Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar has assured that work on filling potholes in Bengaluru is "progressing swiftly."
Why indie musicians are pulling their songs from Spotify
A growing number of indie musicians are ditching Spotify, a popular music streaming service.
Claude's technical usage in India higher than rest of world
Guillaume Princen, Global Head of start-ups and Head of Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) at Anthropic, has revealed that half of the usage of their AI tool, Claude, in India is for technical purposes.