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.
13 Jun 2025
Kamal Haasan'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.
12 Jun 2025
Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI)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.
12 Jun 2025
DelhiHeatwave 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.
11 Jun 2025
Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB)'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.
11 Jun 2025
COVID-19India 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.
11 Jun 2025
Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)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.
10 Jun 2025
COVID-19India 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.
09 Jun 2025
Kamal HaasanSC 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.
08 Jun 2025
DelhiMaharashtra, 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.
08 Jun 2025
GoaGoa 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."
05 Jun 2025
BengaluruAfter 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.
03 Jun 2025
Kamal HaasanKamal 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.
02 Jun 2025
Kamal Haasan'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.
02 Jun 2025
Kamal HaasanKamal 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.
02 Jun 2025
COVID-19'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.
02 Jun 2025
IndiaOn 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.
02 Jun 2025
Amazon Prime VideoRavi Basrur's 'Veera Chandrahasa' drops on Prime Video
Ravi Basrur's Kannada film, Veera Chandrahasa, has made its OTT debut on Amazon Prime Video.
02 Jun 2025
COVID-19COVID-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.
02 Jun 2025
BengaluruCase 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.
01 Jun 2025
Kamal HaasanBengaluru: Kamal Haasan's 'Thug Life' faces threats from pro-Kannada group
The Karnataka Rakshana Vedike (KRV), a pro-Kannada organization, has warned theater owners in Bengaluru against screening Kamal Haasan's upcoming film Thug Life, reported ANI.
01 Jun 2025
POCSOKarnataka: 15-year-old girl gang-raped, blackmailed by 6 in Belagavi
A 15-year-old girl was allegedly gang-raped and blackmailed by six men in Belagavi, Karnataka.
01 Jun 2025
COVID-19COVID-19 cases in India at 3,395; 4 dead in 24hrs
India has seen a sharp rise in COVID-19 cases, with active infections touching 3,395 as of Saturday. This is a steep increase from the mere 257 cases reported on May 22.
31 May 2025
BengaluruKarnataka raises legal age for tobacco purchase, bans hookah bars
The Karnataka state government has notified major amendments to the Cigarettes and Other Tobacco Products Act (COTPA), 2003.
31 May 2025
AssamIMD predicts heavy rainfall in Kerala, Karnataka, Assam
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted heavy rainfall with thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds in several states on Saturday, May 31.
30 May 2025
Kamal HaasanKamal Haasan refuses to apologize over Kannada language row
Tamil Nadu actor-politician Kamal Haasan has refused to apologize for his controversial statement that "Kannada was born out of Tamil." The remark sparked a major civil and political uproar between the two states.
29 May 2025
MangaluruKarnataka Congress Muslim leaders resign over Mosque secretary's murder
Hundreds of Muslim Congress workers in Mangaluru, Karnataka, quit the party on Thursday in protest against the government's alleged failure to curb communal violence in the Dakshina Kannada district.
29 May 2025
ChennaiPolice complaint filed against Kamal Haasan for controversial 'Kannada' remark
A pro-Kannada group, Karnataka Rakshana Vedike (KRV), has filed a police complaint against actor Kamal Haasan for his controversial statement on the Kannada language.
28 May 2025
Chennai'Politicians...unqualified to talk about language': Kamal Haasan reacts to backlash
Actor and politician Kamal Haasan has responded to the backlash over his comments about the Kannada language.
28 May 2025
KeralaIMD forecasts 'above-normal' monsoon rainfall in June
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has revised its monsoon forecast, predicting above-normal rainfall for most of India.
28 May 2025
BengaluruKamal Haasan says 'Kannada born out of Tamil,' sparks row
Actor and politician Kamal Haasan has landed in hot water after his comments about the Kannada language at the audio launch of his film Thug Life in Chennai.
27 May 2025
Donald TrumpHundreds duped in 'Trump Hotel Rental' scam: What is it?
In a major con, over 200 people across Karnataka have been duped of nearly ₹2 crore by a fake mobile app called Trump Hotel Rental.
27 May 2025
BengaluruKarnataka lawyer duped of ₹5.93L using AI-generated Trump video
A 38-year-old lawyer from Karnataka was scammed out of ₹5.93 lakh by fraudsters using an artificial intelligence-generated video of United States President Donald Trump.
26 May 2025
DhanushRashmika might join Jr NTR for special song in 'Dragon'?
Rashmika Mandanna may feature in a special dance number in the upcoming film Dragon, starring Jr NTR and directed by Prashanth Neel.
26 May 2025
Air IndiaMumbai's newly-inaugurated Worli Metro station flooded after heavy rain
The Worli underground metro station in Mumbai was inundated with muddy water after the city witnessed an early monsoon.
26 May 2025
GoaHeavy rain lashes Mumbai, Pune; Karnataka on high alert
Mumbai and Pune have been witnessing heavy rainfall as the southwest monsoon advances after hitting Kerala on May 24.
25 May 2025
Donald TrumpOver 150 people duped of ₹1cr using fake Trump app
In a shocking case of cyber fraud, over 150 people in Karnataka have been cheated of more than ₹1 crore by scammers.
24 May 2025
Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)BJP could win majority in Karnataka today: Survey report
A pre-poll survey has predicted that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) could win a clear majority in the Karnataka Assembly elections if they were held now. This would be a first for the party in the state.
24 May 2025
KeralaMonsoon reaches Kerala, earliest onset over Indian mainland since 2009
The southwest monsoon has made an early arrival in India this year, reaching Kerala on Saturday.
23 May 2025
Basavaraj BommaiKarnataka: Gang-rape accused hold victory parade after bail; triggers outrage
In a shocking incident, seven men accused of gang-raping a woman in Karnataka's Haveri took out a victory parade after they were released on bail recently.
22 May 2025
Narendra ModiWhat's Amrit Bharat—scheme that gave 103 railway stations airport-like makeovers
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday inaugurated 103 redeveloped railway stations under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme.
21 May 2025
IndiaBanu Mushtaq scripts history, wins International Booker for 'Heart Lamp'
Indian writer, lawyer, and activist Banu Mushtaq has made history by winning the prestigious International Booker Prize for her short story collection Heart Lamp.
21 May 2025
DelhiHeavy rain expected in 10+ states; check details
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted heavy rainfall in Mumbai and West Bengal on Wednesday.
20 May 2025
Bengaluru5 dead in Bengaluru rains; 5 more rainfall days predicted
Bengaluru is reeling under heavy rainfall, causing widespread disruption and flooding in several areas.
19 May 2025
BengaluruIMD predicts heavy rainfall in parts of Maharashtra, Goa, Bengaluru
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted heavy rainfall in parts of Maharashtra on Monday.
14 May 2025
IndiaKarnataka man murders father, then stages electrocution; CCTV captures everything
A man has been arrested for allegedly murdering his father in Karnataka.
13 May 2025
Amit ShahWho was ICAR scientist Subbanna Ayyappan found dead in Cauvery
Dr. Subbanna Ayyappan, a noted agricultural scientist and Padma Shri awardee, was found dead in the Cauvery River near Sai Ashram at Srirangapatna in Karnataka.
13 May 2025
IndiaKarnataka: Tension in Belagavi after Quran found burned near mosque
The Belagavi police in Karnataka have launched a manhunt after partially burnt pages of the Quran were found near a mosque in Santibasthawad village, about 10km from the city, on Monday.
05 May 2025
BengaluruSonu Nigam banned from Kannada film industry over concert remarks
The illustrious playback singer Sonu Nigam has been banned in the Kannada film industry following his controversial remarks at a recent concert in Bengaluru.
04 May 2025
DelhiIMD warns of thunderstorms, rain in Delhi-NCR, other states
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has released weather alerts for several Indian states, including Delhi-NCR, Maharashtra, Goa, Karnataka, and Kerala.
03 May 2025
AssamIMD forecasts rain in Odisha, WB; yellow alert for Delhi
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted scattered to fairly widespread light to moderate rainfall in several parts of India over the next few days.
03 May 2025
GoaGoa temple stampede kills 6, injures over 30 others
A stampede at Goa's Lairai Devi temple, on the occasion of Shree Devi Lairai jatra festival, turned tragic on Saturday, May 03, 2025.
02 May 2025
MangaluruTension in Mangaluru after ex-Bajrang member knifed by 5 men
Karnataka's Mangaluru has been put on high alert after the murder of Suhas Shetty, a key suspect in a murder case.
01 May 2025
IndiaKarnataka man dies after drinking 5 liquor bottles as dare
In a tragic incident in Karnataka, a 21-year-old man died after downing five full liquor bottles in a ₹10,000 wager.
30 Apr 2025
COVID-19Indian-origin robotics company CEO kills family, then self, in US
Harshavardhana Kikkeri, a 45-year-old entrepreneur from Mysuru, is alleged to have murdered his wife Shwetha (41), and their 14-year-old son before taking his own life.
28 Apr 2025
FacebookKarnataka: Railways' exam rule asks candidates to remove mangalsutra, janivara
A controversy has broken out in Karnataka over a rule for the entrance exam for the Railway Department for Nursing Superintendents.
23 Apr 2025
Narendra ModiPahalgam attack: Terrorist spares woman, asks her to 'tell Modi'
In a harrowing incident in Pahalgam, Kashmir, tourist Pallavi lost her husband, Manjunath, to a terrorist attack.
22 Apr 2025
AssamIMD issues rainfall alert for Northeast; heatwave for Rajasthan, Haryana
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued alerts for heavy rainfall and heatwaves in several states across the country.
22 Apr 2025
Bengaluru'Kannadigas don't attack': Siddaramaiah condemns road rage involving IAF officer
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has denounced a recent road rage incident in Bengaluru involving IAF Wing Commander Shiladitya Bose and a local, Vikas Kumar.
