Bengaluru: News
Chennai witnesses cloudburst, heavy rainfall disrupts air travel
Chennai's Manali area witnessed a cloudburst on Saturday night, leading to heavy rainfall.
Karnataka auto, taxi unions threaten to defy fare rules
Auto and taxi driver unions in Karnataka have given a seven-day ultimatum to the transport department to take action against Rapido and Uber.
Bengaluru: Alleged dowry victim was taunted for her skin color
A 27-year-old woman was found hanging at her home in Suddaguntepalya, Bengaluru, earlier in the week.
TCS to pay ₹9.3cr monthly for new Bengaluru office space
Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) has signed a major lease for 1.4 million square feet of office space at 360 Business Park in Bengaluru's Electronic City.
Apple India's fourth retail store opens in Pune next week
Apple has announced the opening of its fourth retail store in India. The new outlet, named Apple Koregaon Park, will be located in Pune and is set to open on September 4 at 1:00pm IST.
Banks to remain shut for 3 days starting today
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has announced a series of regional holidays for banks in August 2025. The closures are due to regional festivals and observances.
Used two-wheeler marketplace BeepKart shuts down operations after 5 years
BeepKart, a Bengaluru-based platform for buying and selling used two-wheelers, has shut down operations after approximately five years of business.
Uber auto ride costs ₹425/km in Bengaluru
A Reddit user has sparked a debate over high cab fares in Bengaluru after sharing an experience of exorbitant charges during rainy weather.
Congress MLA arrested in ED's online betting probe
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has arrested Congress MLA KC Veerendra from Karnataka in connection with its probe into illegal online and offline betting.
Apple's 3rd retail store opens in Bengaluru on September 2
Apple has announced the opening of its third retail store in India, Apple Hebbal, on September 2.
Foxconn is now making iPhone 17 in Bengaluru
Foxconn, the world's largest iPhone manufacturer, has started operations at its Bengaluru facility.
Why India is seeing a reskilling boom right now
India's reskilling market is booming, thanks to the rapid growth of Global Capability Centers (GCCs) in the country.
1 killed, several injured after blast in Bengaluru's Wilson Park
An explosion rocked Wilson Garden in Bengaluru around 7:45am on Friday, killing an eight-year-old boy and injuring at least a dozen others.
Independence Day: Modi announces 'high-power demographic mission' to protect citizens
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has announced the setting up of a 'High-Power Demographic Mission' to tackle illegal immigration and its impact on national security.
Renukaswamy murder case: Darshan arrested after SC cancels his bail
Kannada actor-producer Darshan Thoogudeepa aka Darshan was arrested on Thursday, just hours after the Supreme Court canceled his bail in a fan's murder case.
You can now order food from Rapido in Bengaluru
Rapido, a popular ride-hailing platform, has launched its food delivery service 'Ownly' in Bengaluru.
2 Bengaluru students attacked by stray dogs; 1 in ICU
Two female students were attacked by stray dogs inside the Bengaluru University campus on Tuesday.
Uber Black gets first pickup zone at an Indian airport
Uber has launched dedicated pickup zones for its Uber Black and Uber Comfort services at Kempegowda International Airport in Bengaluru.
Tesla opens second India showroom in Delhi's Aerocity
American electric vehicle (EV) giant Tesla has opened its second showroom in India, this time at Worldmark 3, Aerocity, New Delhi.
Rain in Bengaluru: IMD issues yellow alert for 2 days
Bengaluru is currently reeling under heavy rainfall, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) issuing a yellow alert for the next two days.
Key wins of 'Operation Sindoor' disclosed by Air Chief Marshal
Air Chief Marshal Amar Preet Singh has revealed major details of "Operation Sindoor," India's counter-terror military action against Pakistan.
Dog found with severed human arm, police launch investigation
A gruesome incident in Karnataka's Tumakuru district has sparked a major investigation after a dog was spotted with a severed human arm.
Prestige Hospitality Ventures gets SEBI nod for ₹2,700cr IPO
Prestige Hospitality Ventures Limited has received approval from the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) for its initial public offering (IPO).
India to become fourth-largest office market with 1B sq-ft space
India is on the verge of becoming the world's fourth-largest office market, according to a report by property consultant Knight Frank India.
Karnataka bus services affected as transport workers begin indefinite strike
Public bus services in Karnataka were severely disrupted on Tuesday as employees of state-owned transport corporations began an indefinite strike.
AI disruptions temporary, new jobs will emerge: Karnataka IT minister
Karnataka's IT and Biotechnology Minister Priyank Kharge has said that the disruptions caused by artificial intelligence (AI) will be short-lived.
Former MP Prajwal Revanna sentenced to life in rape case
Prajwal Revanna, the grandson of former Prime Minister HD Devegowda and a suspended Janata Dal (Secular) leader, has been sentenced to life imprisonment by a special court for elected representatives.
The Smashing Pumpkins to make India debut: Everything to know
The iconic American alt-rock band The Smashing Pumpkins is set to perform in India for the first time during their Rock Invasion 2025 Asia Tour.
13-year-old boy kidnapped in Bengaluru, burned body found later
A 13-year-old boy was kidnapped and later found murdered in South Bengaluru.
After Ed Sheeran, Younes Zarou causes stir in Bengaluru
German social media influencer Younes Zarou was recently caught in a chaotic situation in Bengaluru, after his surprise visit to Church Street attracted a massive crowd.
Philippines President Marcos to visit India; what's on the agenda?
Philippines President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr will visit India from August 4-8, 2025, at the invitation of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Blinkit now delivers your prescription medicines in just 10 minutes
Blinkit, a popular quick commerce platform in India, has started a pilot project to deliver prescription medicines in select areas of Bengaluru.
Kolkata tops list of cleanest air among Indian metros
Kolkata has been named the Indian metro with the cleanest air quality, according to a new study by the Centre for Science and Environment (CSE).
Woman who's a key conspirator of Al-Qaeda terror module arrested
The Gujarat Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) has arrested a key conspirator of the Al-Qaeda in the Indian Subcontinent (AQIS) terror module.
Bhavish Aggarwal's AI start-up fires 100+ in second layoff round
Ola founder Bhavish Aggarwal's AI start-up, Krutrim, has initiated a second round of layoffs, eliminating over 100 jobs, primarily in its linguistics division.
Shakti scheme boosts women's employment by 23% in Bengaluru: Study
A new study has revealed that the implementation of Karnataka's Shakti Scheme, which offers free bus travel to women, has resulted in a 23% increase in women's employment in Bengaluru.
Namma Yatri integrates metro booking, other features for seamless commutes
Bengaluru-based auto-hailing platform Namma Yatri has launched a new feature called 'Namma Transit.'
AI to tackle Bengaluru traffic: EaseMyTrip co-founder unveils ambitious plan
EaseMyTrip co-founder Prashant Pitti has announced a plan to reduce Bengaluru's notorious traffic congestion by 25-30% in a year.
DJ Snake is back! India tour dates announced; see here
French DJ and producer DJ Snake is returning to India for the third time. He will be touring six cities as part of the Sunburn Arena tour.
SC reserves order on plea seeking Darshan's bail cancellation
The Supreme Court of India reserved its order on a plea filed by the Karnataka government, seeking the cancellation of bail granted to actor Darshan Thoogudeepa in the Renukaswamy murder case.