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.
Your meals in Bengaluru might become 60% costlier soon
Bengaluru's food scene is on the verge of a major price shift, with hotel associations warning of a potential 60% hike in food prices.
Karnataka: BJP workers kill cockroaches to protest against CJP
In a bizarre demonstration, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) workers in Mandya, Karnataka, staged a protest against the viral Cockroach Janata Party (CJP).
Siddaramaiah, Shivakumar meet Congress leadership in Delhi amid power tussle
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar met with senior Congress leaders in Delhi on Tuesday.
Karnataka raises minimum wages by 60%: Check new income slabs
The Karnataka government has announced a major hike in the minimum wages, raising them by a whopping 60%.
Karnataka: 10 people drown in river, 4 others missing
A tragic incident occurred in Karnataka's Uttara Kannada district on Sunday, where 10 people drowned in the Venkatapura River.
Meet Padma Bhushan awardee Shatavadhani Dr. R Ganesh
Renowned scholar and polyglot from Karnataka, Shatavadhani Dr. R Ganesh, has been conferred with the Padma Bhushan, India's third-highest civilian award, in recognition of his outstanding contributions to art and India's cultural heritage.
Who is Anke Gowda? Story of the Padma Shri awardee
Anke Gowda is a retired sugar factory worker from Karnataka who has spent over five decades amassing an incredible collection of two million books.
Woman killed after getting trapped between 2 fighting elephants
A 33-year-old tourist from Tamil Nadu was killed after an elephant fell on her at the Dubare elephant camp in Karnataka's Kodagu district.
Karnataka bus strike set for May 20
Karnataka's state-run bus services, including the Bengaluru Metropolitan Transport Corporation (BMTC), may be severely affected from May 20.
Karnataka reverses Hijab ban: What does new order say
The Karnataka government on Wednesday withdrew a controversial 2022 order banning the hijab and other religious symbols in schools.
Karnataka hires almost 30% of India's AI GCC talent
Karnataka is leading India's global capability center (GCC) talent market, contributing nearly 30% of the country's artificial intelligence (AI)-related GCC hiring.
Explore Karnataka's wildlife in 5 days
Karnataka, a southern Indian state, is home to some of the most diverse wildlife and lush landscapes.
Liquor manufacturers seek price hike amid US-Iran war disruptions
India's liquor manufacturers are seeking a price hike, citing rising costs due to the ongoing West Asia conflict.
Karnataka planning minister D Sudhakar, 66, dies after prolonged illness
Karnataka's Planning and Statistics Minister D Sudhakar passed away early on Sunday morning at the age of 66.
Bengaluru accounts for 87% of India's metro dowry cases: NCRB
Bengaluru has reported the highest number of dowry-related cases among India's metropolitan cities in 2024, according to the National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB).
ED arrests Gameskraft founders in money laundering case
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has arrested Deepak Singh, Prithvi Raj Singh, and Vikas Taneja, the founders of online gaming company Gameskraft.
Karnataka: EVM strongroom opened after keys go missing
In a bizarre incident, election officials in Karnataka had to break into the Electronic Voting Machine (EVM) strongroom due to missing keys.
'Digital arrest' victim pursued by scammers even to her funeral
A 28-year-old mother of two in Uttar Pradesh's Bijnor died by suicide this week after cyber fraudsters posing as law enforcement officers relentlessly harassed, blackmailed, and threatened her with "digital arrest."
How about trying pongal for breakfast!
Pongal, a South Indian breakfast staple, is loved for its simplicity and flavor.
How to make puffed rice upma at home
Puffed rice upma, a popular street breakfast in Karnataka, is a quick and easy dish made from puffed rice, vegetables, and spices.
Prada eyes India remake of Kolhapuri sandals after backlash
Prada has unveiled a limited-edition line of Kolhapuri-inspired sandals, crafted in India in collaboration with local artisans.
India's wind energy capacity surpasses 56GW, PM Modi addresses milestone
India has achieved a major milestone in wind energy, with its generation capacity surpassing 56 gigawatts (GW).
IMD warns of 44.5°C heatwaves, heavy rainfall in different parts
The India Meteorological Department(IMD) has predicted extreme weather conditions across different parts of the country over the next few days.
Drink spiked, Wi-Fi disconnected, US woman raped at Karnataka homestay
A United States national was allegedly raped at a homestay in Kutta village, Kodagu, Karnataka.
VHP to raise 'love jihad' concerns in corporate India
The Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) plans to take up alleged workplace harassment and religious coercion of Hindu women with corporate and industry bodies across India.
Liquor stocks jump 3.5% as Karnataka mulls new tax
Shares of liquor companies, including Tilaknagar Industries, Radico Khaitan, and United Breweries, surged up to 3.5% on Monday.
Social media break boosts well-being, Stanford University study finds
A recent study led by Stanford University has shown that taking a break from social media platforms like Facebook and Instagram can have positive effects on emotional well-being.
India's patent applications surge 30.2% to 1.43L in FY26
India has witnessed a massive surge in patent applications, with a record-breaking 1,43,729 filings in the fiscal year 2025-26.
Kerala girl missing for 3 days found dead in Karnataka
A 15-year-old girl from Kerala, who had gone missing during a family trip to Karnataka's Chikkamagaluru district, was found dead on Friday.
Bengaluru: Mercury pushes toward 39°C, hospitals report heat-related illness
Bengaluru is currently experiencing an intense early-summer heat wave, with temperatures soaring to the highest so far this month.
'Didn't feel scared': Kerala techie after being rescued from forest
A 36-year-old woman from Kerala, G S Sharanya, was found safe after going missing for four days in the Tadiandamol hills of Karnataka's Kodagu district.
Hyderabad police launch crackdown on illegal mango ripening agents
Hyderabad police and municipal authorities have intensified their crackdown on the use of illegal ripening agents in mangoes.
Prakash Raj responds to criticism over mother's funeral
Actor Prakash Raj recently responded to social media criticism over his mother's Christian funeral, despite having previously identified as an atheist.
'Dhurandhar 2' copied? Scriptwriter alleges plagiarism
Filmmaker Santosh Kumar RS has accused the makers of Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge of plagiarizing his script. The allegations come as the film continues to perform well at the box office.
Centre clears 1st rare-earth magnet unit in ₹7,100cr electronics push
The Indian government has approved 29 projects worth ₹7,104 crore under the Electronics Component Manufacturing Scheme (ECMS).
Karnataka professor beaten with chappals after proposing to student
A controversial incident unfolded at Sri Siddhartha Medical College (SSMC) in Karnataka's Tumkur when an assistant professor proposed to a female student in front of his class.
Why Bajaj Auto might start making EVs outside Maharashtra
Bajaj Auto is considering relocating some of its electric vehicle (EV) production from Maharashtra and diverting future investments to other states.
LPG crisis boosts induction sales: Stocks of these companies soar
Shares of household appliance companies have witnessed a major surge amid the ongoing LPG crisis.
Karnataka bans social media for children under 16 in Budget
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has proposed a ban on social media for children below the age of 16.
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.
GST collection jumps 8.1% YoY to ₹1.8L crore
India's Goods and Services Tax (GST) collection witnessed a major jump of 8.1% year-on-year (YoY), amounting to ₹1.83 lakh crore in February 2026.
Rashmika-Vijay's wedding: Inside a traditional Kodava ceremony
Actors Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda got married in Udaipur on Thursday.
Amazon's new Bengaluru office is its 2nd-largest in Asia
Amazon has inaugurated its second-largest office in Asia, in Bengaluru.
Karnataka BJP MLA arrested for taking ₹5L bribe
Karnataka Lokayukta Police have arrested Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MLA Chandru Lamani in an alleged bribery case.