Karnataka: News
Karnataka, originally known as the State of Mysore was formed in 1956 under the States Reorganisation Act, and was renamed to Karnataka in the year 1973. Located in south western India, Karnataka is the eight most populous state in the country with a total of 30 districts. Bangalore, the capital city is often dubbed as the Silicon Valley of India.
Karnataka: You can avail Rapido, Uber's bike taxi services again
After a two-month hiatus, ride-hailing giants Rapido and Uber have resumed their bike taxi services in Karnataka.
Dharmasthala burial case: BJP plans protests, Shivakumar speaks of conspiracy
The Dharmasthala burial case in Karnataka has taken a political turn as no major discoveries have been made after digging 17 sites.
ED freezes bank accounts of Congress MLA in illegal mining
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has frozen bank accounts with ₹14.13 crore linked to Congress MLA Satish Sail, following raids in connection with illegal iron ore exports from Karnataka.
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.
Renukaswamy murder case: SC cancels bail of actor Darshan
On Thursday, August 14, the Supreme Court of India canceled the bail of Kannada actor Darshan Thoogudeepa in connection with the Renukaswamy murder case.
'KGF' producers deny rumors that Yash wasn't their first choice
Hombale Films, the production house behind the KGF franchise, has dismissed reports claiming that Kannada actor Yash wasn't their first choice for the lead role.
Karnataka: Parents can choose between eggs, bananas in midday meals
The Karnataka government has decided to let parents choose between eggs and bananas for their children's midday meals in government schools.
Karnataka dentist murders mother-in-law, chops body into 19 pieces
In a shocking incident, a dentist in Karnataka's Tumakuru district has been arrested for allegedly murdering his mother-in-law and dismembering her body into 19 pieces.
'Kantara Chapter 1' set 'cursed'? Here's what the producer says
The prequel to the 2021 blockbuster Kantara, Kantara Chapter 1, recently completed filming after nearly two years. However, its production timeline was mired in accidents and delays, leading to speculation of a "curse" on the set.
Karnataka: GST evasion surges 5x to almost ₹40,000cr in FY25
Karnataka has witnessed a massive five-fold increase in the amount of Goods and Services Tax (GST) evasion detected in the fiscal year 2024-25.
PM Modi flags off 3 new Vande Bharat Express trains
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday flagged off three new Vande Bharat Express trains and inaugurated the Yellow Line of Bengaluru Metro.
Woman's dismembered body parts found at 10 locations in Karnataka
In a shocking incident in Tumakuru district, Karnataka, dismembered body parts of a woman were found at 10 different locations.
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.
'Absurd': ECI dismisses Rahul Gandhi's voter fraud allegations
The Election Commission of India (ECI) has slammed Congress leader Rahul Gandhi for his allegations of voter fraud in Karnataka.
'Bhayankar vote chori in Maharashtra, Karnataka': Rahul questions ECI's role
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has accused the Election Commission of India (ECI) of colluding with the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) to rig elections in Maharashtra and Karnataka.
JSW Cement's ₹3,600cr IPO opens today: Should you bid?
JSW Cement, a leading player in the construction materials industry, has launched its ₹3,600 crore initial public offering today.
Lingayat seer forced to quit Karnataka mutt over Muslim background
A 22-year-old seer, who was recently appointed head of the Gurumalleshwara Shakha mutt in Karnataka's Chamarajanagar, was forced to resign after his Muslim background came to light.
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.
'₹540/day earnings...2 calls/week': What Prajwal Revanna's prison life looks like
Former Member of Parliament Prajwal Revanna was sentenced to life in prison after last week being found guilty of raping one of his domestic staff.
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.
Karnataka ex-clerk with ₹15,000 salary caught having assets worth ₹30cr
Kalakappa Nidagundi, a former clerk at the Karnataka Rural Infrastructure Development Limited (KRIDL) in Koppal, has been found to have assets worth over ₹30 crore.
Karnataka minister orders probe into labor laws after TCS layoffs
Karnataka's Labor Minister, Santosh Lad, has announced an investigation into the leniency of labor laws for sunrise companies in light of Tata Consultancy Services (TCS)'s recent announcement to lay off over 12,000 employees.
Karnataka ex-MP Prajwal Revanna convicted for rape of domestic help
Prajwal Revanna, a former Member of Parliament from Karnataka, has been convicted of raping a 47-year-old domestic help.
Dharmasthala case: Skeleton found at 6th site; first concrete evidence
In a major breakthrough in the Dharmasthala mass burial case, partial human skeletal remains have been found at the sixth suspected burial site.
IMD issues red alert for these states on July 27
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a red alert for Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, and Gujarat on July 27.
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.
Karnataka's ₹200 movie ticket cap: Is it feasible?
The Karnataka government's proposal to cap movie ticket prices at ₹200 (including taxes) across all formats, languages, and theater types is creating a stir.
What's the story behind Rishab Shetty's 'Kantara Chapter 1'?
Rishab Shetty will be back this October with Kantara Chapter 1, a prequel that explores the roots of Karnataka's Tulu Nadu culture.
BJP MLA's son accused of raping woman after promising marriage
Prateek Chauhan, the son of former Karnataka minister and BJP MLA Prabhu Chauhan, has been booked for allegedly raping a woman on the pretext of marriage.
'Kantara: Chapter 1' wraps up; set for October 2 release
Actor-director Rishab Shetty has completed the shoot of his upcoming film, Kantara Chapter 1.
Siddaramaiah loses cool on stage, dismisses mention of Shivakumar
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah recently lost his cool on stage at a Congress event in Mysuru district.
'Buried bodies of raped women...': Whistleblower's shocking claims in letter
A former sanitation worker of the Lord Manjunatha temple in Dharmasthala, Karnataka, has made shocking allegations of mass burials of raped women.
Posing as wealthy businessman, Mangaluru conman steals crores from ultra-rich
In a dramatic midnight operation, the Mangaluru City Police arrested Rohan Saldanha, a conman from Jepinamogaru, for allegedly defrauding the rich of crores of rupees through elaborate fake loan and land deals.
Why some shops are refusing UPI payments in Karnataka
The Karnataka Commercial Tax Department's recent move to issue demand notices to traders over Goods and Services Tax (GST) evasion has created a stir.
Self-styled healers beat 'possessed' Karnataka woman to death during 'exorcism'
A 55-year-old woman, Geetamma, was allegedly beaten to death during an exorcism ritual in Shivamogga district of Karnataka on Monday night.
No link between cardiac arrests, COVID-19 or vaccines: Karnataka panel
A Karnataka government panel has found no connection between sudden cardiac deaths and COVID-19 infection or vaccination.
Rishab Shetty's aura is unmatched in 'Kantara Chapter 1' first-look
The makers of Kantara: Chapter 1 have unveiled new posters featuring lead actor Rishab Shetty on his birthday.
Choose between guarantees or developmental work, says Siddaramaiah's adviser
Basavaraj Raya Reddy, an MLA and economic adviser to Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, has sparked a controversy with his recent remarks at the inauguration of a school building in Yelburga.
Kannada row: Court bars Kamal Haasan from making 'defamatory' remarks
A Bengaluru court has restrained actor Kamal Haasan from making any "defamatory" comments about the Kannada language.
Karnataka officials paste 'survey completed' stickers on houses—without meeting residents
The Scheduled Caste (SC) household survey in Karnataka has been marred by controversy after CCTV footage from Bengaluru showed enumerators pasting completion stickers without interacting with residents, even pasting them on houses that are vacant.
IMD forecasts heavy rainfall for multiple states till July 5
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a warning of heavy to very heavy rainfall in several parts of the country over the next few days.
Karnataka bike taxi ban: Riders protest, threaten hunger strike
The Bike Taxi Welfare Association in Karnataka has staged a hunger protest on Sunday, demanding the lifting of the ban on bike taxis in the state.
Post offices in India to accept digital payments from August
Post offices across India will begin accepting digital payments at their counters in August, after the successful integration of a new application into their IT system.
FIR against BJP Karnataka for comparing Indira Gandhi to Hitler
A First Information Report (FIR) has been filed against the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Karnataka unit at the High Grounds Police Station in Bengaluru.
Ex-BJP MP booked for attacking Muslim family during road rage
Former Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP Anantkumar Hegde has been booked for allegedly assaulting a Muslim family in Karnataka.
7-year jail, ₹10L fine—Karnataka proposes laws for spreading fake news
In a major move to curb the spread of misinformation, the Karnataka government has proposed a new law with stringent penalties for those found guilty of spreading fake news on social media.
What is Karnataka's new bill to manage large crowds
The Karnataka government has proposed a new law to regulate and control crowds at large gatherings.
'No ban on 'Thug Life': Karnataka govt tells SC
The Karnataka government has assured the Supreme Court that there is no ban on the screening of Kamal Haasan's film Thug Life in the state.
SC allows 'Thug Life' Karnataka release—Distributor says, 'no sense' now
The Supreme Court of India recently ordered the release of Kamal Haasan's film Thug Life in Karnataka.
After Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka's 10-hour workday proposal stirs debate
The Karnataka government has proposed changes to the Karnataka Shops and Commercial Establishments Act, 1961.
Centre denies Priyank Kharge US travel clearance; he seeks explanation
Karnataka's Minister for Information Technology and Biotechnology, Priyank Kharge, has been denied clearance by the central government to visit the United States.
Big: SC says 'Thug Life' must be released in Karnataka
The Supreme Court of India has expressed its displeasure over the "extra-judicial ban" on the Tamil film Thug Life in Karnataka.
You can't use Rapido's bike taxi services in Karnataka anymore
Rapido, a leading player in the bike taxi sector, has suspended its services in Karnataka.
Differently-abled Dalit woman raped, robbed; police shoot accused in leg
In a shocking incident from Karnataka's Uttara Kannada district, a 60-year-old differently abled Dalit woman was allegedly raped and robbed by a known history sheeter.
'Thug Life' security petition: SC asks Karnataka to respond
The Supreme Court of India asked the Karnataka government on Friday to respond to a petition seeking police protection for the release of Kamal Haasan's film Thug Life in the state.
1st stampede death was reported before felicitation—but RCB continued celebrations
The first fatality in the stampede at Bengaluru's M Chinnaswamy Stadium on June 4 was recorded at 3:45pm, around 15 minutes before the IPL victory celebrations for Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) at Vidhana Soudha, reported The Indian Express.
Heatwave grips Delhi, Punjab; IMD issues red alert for regions
As Delhi and Punjab continue to face an intense heatwave, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a red alert for the two regions.
'They invited..whole world': Karnataka blames BCCI, RCB for Bengaluru stampede
The Karnataka government has blamed the Royal Challengers Bangaluru (RCB) and the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) for the deadly stampede outside the M Chinnaswamy Stadium on June 4.
India reports 306 new COVID-19 cases, 6 deaths in 24hrs
India reported a total of 306 new COVID-19 cases on Wednesday, according to data shared by the Union Health Ministry.
RT-PCR test now mandatory for ministers meeting PM Modi
An RT-PCR test has been made mandatory for ministers meeting Prime Minister Narendra Modi, reported India Today TV.
India reports 6,815 COVID-19 cases; 324 in just 24 hours
As of June 10, India has registered a total of 6,815 active COVID-19 cases.
SC declines urgent plea hearing for 'Thug Life' screenings
The Supreme Court of India on Monday declined an urgent plea seeking protection against threats to cinemas planning to screen Kamal Haasan's film Thug Life in Karnataka.
Maharashtra, Karnataka top states for foreign direct investment in FY25
Maharashtra and Karnataka have emerged as the top states in India for foreign direct investment (FDI) inflows during the fiscal year 2024-25.
Goa minister suspends doctor for 'arrogant behavior' toward patient
Goa Health Minister Vishwajit Rane has suspended the Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Rudresh Kurtikar, at the Goa Medical College and Hospital (GMCH) over allegations of patient mistreatment and "arrogant behavior."
After Bengaluru stampede, Karnataka to formulate SOP for mega events
The Karnataka government has decided to formulate a new Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for mega events and celebrations in light of the tragic stampede near Chinnaswamy Cricket Stadium on Wednesday.
Kamal Haasan declares 'Thug Life' won't release in Karnataka
Actor-politician Kamal Haasan has announced that his upcoming film, Thug Life, will not be released in Karnataka for now.
'Hooliganism': Ram Gopal Varma deletes post after supporting Kamal Haasan
Ram Gopal Varma came out in support of actor Kamal Haasan, who is facing backlash for his controversial remarks about the Kannada language.
Kamal Haasan approaches Karnataka HC for 'Thug Life' release
Veteran actor and politician Kamal Haasan has approached the Karnataka High Court to ensure the release of his upcoming film Thug Life in the state.
'Pandemic..far from over': Delhi court seeks report on COVID-19 policy
The Delhi High Court has ordered the central government to submit a status report on COVID-19 sample collection, transport, and testing within six weeks.
On camera: Man killed with machetes inside Karnataka bakery
In a shocking incident, a 35-year-old man was hacked to death inside a bakery in Tavaragera town of Kushtagi taluk, in Karnataka's Koppal district.
Ravi Basrur's 'Veera Chandrahasa' drops on Prime Video
Ravi Basrur's Kannada film, Veera Chandrahasa, has made its OTT debut on Amazon Prime Video.
COVID-19 cases in India nears 4,000; 32 deaths reported
India has witnessed a sharp rise in COVID-19 cases, with the active case count nearing 4,000.
Case against Virat Kohli's pub for not having smoking zone
Virat Kohli's popular pub and restaurant, One8 Commune, in Bengaluru has run into legal trouble.