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.
LPG shortage forces Infosys to trim campus food court menus
Infosys has temporarily reduced its food court services across Bengaluru, Chennai, and Pune campuses due to a shortage of commercial LPG supplies.
Shilpa Shetty gets relief from HC in personality rights case
Bollywood actor Shilpa Shetty Kundra has received a major legal victory in her personality rights case.
Bengaluru, Chennai, Mumbai hotels face closure threat amid LPG shortage
The hotel and restaurant industry in Bengaluru, Chennai, and Mumbai is facing a crisis due to a shortage of commercial cooking gas cylinders.
This Bengaluru-based firm will supply components for Rafale jets
Bengaluru's Hical Technologies has bagged a long-term contract from Dassault Aviation.
Why digital gold start-up Jar is under police scanner
The Karnataka CID has launched an investigation into Jar Gold Retail Private Limited, a digital gold savings start-up.
Swiggy, Zomato and magicpin see strong festive-quarter growth
India's leading food delivery companies, Swiggy, magicpin and Zomato have witnessed a strong resurgence in their business during the October-December period.
Grocery start-up FirstClub in talks to raise $60M
FirstClub, a Bengaluru-based premium retail grocery start-up, is in advanced talks to raise $50-60 million (around ₹450-550 crore) from Peak XV Partners and Sofina Ventures, according to Moneycontrol.
Bengaluru ex-techie hangs herself after dispute with mother-in-law over cooking
A 35-year-old former engineer, identified as Sushma, allegedly died by suicide at her home in Bengaluru on Tuesday after a dispute with her mother-in-law, Kalpana, over cooking.
PV Sindhu escapes Middle East war zone, lands in Bengaluru
Indian badminton star PV Sindhu has returned to Bengaluru after being stranded in Dubai due to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.
Japan visa applications in India to require prior appointments
Starting March 2, 2026, applicants submitting Japan visa applications at select VFS Global centers in India will be required to book an appointment in advance.
Airfares touch ₹20,000 ahead of Holi, SC calls it 'serious'
Airfares on several domestic routes have skyrocketed ahead of Holi, with one-way tickets nearing ₹20,000 for travel around February 28.
ED names Ranya Rao in gold smuggling case chargesheet
Kannada actor Ranya Rao has been named in a prosecution complaint by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) for her alleged involvement in a major gold smuggling and money laundering case.
Bengaluru: Woman Congress leader threatened with machetes over traffic dispute
A Youth Congress leader, identified as Divya RK, was allegedly threatened with machete-like weapons by four men in Bengaluru's Amruthahalli area on Sunday evening.
Urban Company-owned rapid-response service InstaHelp now has 50,000 daily users
Urban Company has announced that its rapid-response service, InstaHelp, has crossed 50,000 daily bookings in less than a year since its pilot launch in March 2025.
Bengaluru student alleges she was drugged, gang-raped inside villa
A 19-year-old college student has accused two men of gang-raping her at a private villa in Bengaluru on the night of February 14.
Amazon's new Bengaluru office is its 2nd-largest in Asia
Amazon has inaugurated its second-largest office in Asia, in Bengaluru.
UGC flags 32 fake universities; Delhi tops with dozen entries
The University Grants Commission (UGC) has identified 32 fake universities across India, with the highest number located in Delhi.
Activist who sought action against Siddaramaiah in MUDA case arrested
Bengaluru activist Snehamayi Krishna has been arrested by the Bangalore Crime Branch for allegedly spreading misinformation about a senior government officer.
Rahul Gandhi appears in Sultanpur court over defamation case
Congress MP and Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, appeared before the MP MLA court in Sultanpur on Friday.
Rahul Gandhi arrives in UP for hearing in defamation case
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi arrived in Sultanpur, Uttar Pradesh, on Friday to appear before a court in connection with a defamation case against him, according to a report by news agency ANI.
OpenAI to open new offices in these Indian cities
OpenAI, the company behind ChatGPT, has announced plans to open two new offices in India—one each in Mumbai and Bengaluru.
Worried about future after his death, ex-ISRO employee strangles wife
A retired Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) employee, Nageshwar Rao, has been arrested for allegedly killing his wife, Sandhya Shri, at their apartment in Bengaluru.
Anthropic opens its Indian HQ in Bengaluru
Anthropic, a leading artificial intelligence (AI) company, has inaugurated its new office in Bengaluru.
Bengaluru: 5 killed after speeding car overturns, crashes into bus
A tragic accident occurred near Bengaluru's Jindal flyover late Saturday night, leading into early Sunday morning, killing all five youths in a speeding car.
AI-native OS will disrupt smartphones, challenge iOS-Android duopoly: Carl Pei
Carl Pei, the CEO of London-based tech firm Nothing, has predicted that the next major disruption in smartphones could come from an AI-native operating system (OS) by 2028.
Nothing opens 1st-ever flagship store in India, focuses on experience
Nothing, the London-based smartphone manufacturer, has opened its first-ever offline flagship store in Bengaluru.
Karnataka cash: Class 10 student's 160km/h joyride proved fatal
After a devastating road accident near M Satyavara village in Hoskote taluk, Bengaluru Rural district, Karnataka, that claimed seven lives on Friday, new details have emerged.
Karnataka: 7 die in multi-vehicle pile-up near Hoskote
A devastating road accident near M Satyavara village in Hoskote taluk, Bengaluru Rural district, Karnataka, claimed seven lives on Friday morning.
This AI gadget scolds people smoking in public spaces
A techie from Bengaluru has developed an innovative AI-powered device that detects smoking in public spaces.
These light shows are totally skippable
India is home to a number of light shows that promise to be breathtaking and memorable. But, not all of them are worth your time.
Taxpayers in these cities may soon get 50% HRA exemption
The Indian government is considering expanding the list of cities eligible for a 50% House Rent Allowance (HRA) exemption under the old tax regime.
Tejasvi detained for trying to stage protest near metro station
Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP Tejasvi Surya was briefly detained by the police on Monday near Jayanagar Metro station in Bengaluru after he again tried to stage a protest in front of the station.
ISRO's GISAT-1A satellite to launch soon: What we know
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is gearing up to launch its next geo-imaging satellite, GISAT-1A.
CJ Roy death case: BJP calls SIT hasty, politically motivated
CJ Roy, the Chairman of the Confident Group and a prominent businessman, allegedly died by suicide on January 30.
Bengaluru braces for colder chill as IMD forecasts temperature dip
Bengaluru woke up to a chilly Saturday morning with the minimum temperature around 17°C. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted similar weather conditions for the next few days.
Actor Mayur Patel arrested for drunk driving, crashing into vehicles
Kannada actor Mayur Patel was arrested for drunk driving and reckless endangerment in Bengaluru.
Bengaluru: FIR against Ranveer Singh for mimicking 'Kantara' scene
A first information report (FIR) has been registered against Bollywood actor Ranveer Singh in Bengaluru for allegedly mocking the Daiva ritual sequence from Rishab Shetty's Kantara: Chapter 1.
NVIDIA MD thinks India can be world's intelligence capital
Vishal Dhupar, the Managing Director of NVIDIA for South Asia, has said that India has a strong chance of becoming the intelligence capital of the world.
Karnataka wine merchants accuse Siddaramaiah government of ₹6,000cr excise scam
The Karnataka Wine Merchants's Association has accused the Siddaramaiah-led Congress government of a ₹6,000 crore scam in the state Excise Department.
Live-in relationships Western-influenced, rape cases filed after break-ups: Allahabad HC
The Allahabad High Court recently observed that the increasing trend of live-in relationships is influenced by "Western ideas" while quashing a life sentence awarded to one Chandresh, who was convicted of kidnapping and sexually assaulting a woman.
Bengaluru: 22 students brutally assault juniors in ragging case
In a shocking incident of ragging, 22 students of Akash Group of Institutions in Devanahalli, Bengaluru, have been accused of assaulting their juniors.
Linkin Park concert in India: Are powerbanks allowed?
Linkin Park's debut performance in India at Lollapalooza India 2026 is a highly anticipated event for music enthusiasts. The band will perform this weekend, marking their first-ever show in the country.
Bengaluru named world's second-most congested city; India second-worst in Asia
Bengaluru has been named the second most congested city in the world, according to the TomTom Traffic Index 2025.
$950B and counting: India's young founders outpace Switzerland's economy
India's economic landscape is being reshaped by a new wave of entrepreneurs under the age of 40.
Korean woman alleges sexual harassment during immigration-clearance at Bengaluru airport
A 32-year-old South Korean businesswoman has accused a ground staff member of sexual harassment at Bengaluru's Kempegowda International Airport (KIA).
'Nobody willing to use public transport': Shivakumar's remarks trigger debate
Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar has sparked a fresh debate on the city's traffic woes.
Nothing's first India flagship store is coming to this city
Nothing, the consumer tech company co-founded by Carl Pei, has announced its plan to open its first-ever flagship store in India.
Bank holidays: Check state-wise closures for Makar Sankranti, Pongal
Today, January 15, several Indian states will witness bank closures due to the celebration of Makar Sankranti and Pongal.
'Remarks on skin color, clothes': Bengaluru dental student ends life
A 23-year-old dental student, identified as Yashaswini, a third-year student of a private college in Bengaluru, Karnataka, died by suicide on Friday, January 9.
'Dhurandhar' nears ₹1,300cr as OTT debut comes close
Ranveer Singh and Akshaye Khanna's actioner Dhurandhar is nearing the end of its theatrical run but continues to rake in money.
Teen neighbor kills Bengaluru techie for rejecting sexual advances
The death of a 34-year-old software engineer, Sharmila DK, at her Bengaluru apartment on January 3 has been ruled a murder.
After 'Dhurandhar' success, 'FA9LA' singer Flipperachi announces India tour
Bahraini rapper Flipperachi, whose real name is Hussam Aseem, is set to make his debut in India with a live performance.
Tesla to open its first south Indian showroom in Bengaluru
Tesla is all set to open its fourth showroom in India, with Bengaluru being the latest destination.
Bengaluru tops list of best Indian cities for women
Bengaluru has been ranked the best city for women in India, according to the "Top Cities for Women in India 2025" report by Avtar Group.
Can you still exchange ₹2,000 notes?
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has phased out the ₹2,000 note from circulation. However, the currency is still legal tender.
Kannada actor Dhanush Raj accuses wife of assault, harassment
Kannada actor Dhanush Raj, known for his work in films and television (TV) serials, has filed a police complaint against his wife Arshita.