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 Congress minister seen at ABVP event; he explains reason
Karnataka Home Minister G Parameshwara has stirred a controversy after he was spotted at an event reportedly organized by the Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP), the student wing of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).
Kannada song row: Sonu Nigam ignores notices; police approach HC
Bengaluru's Avalahalli police are reportedly planning to move the Karnataka High Court again, as singer Sonu Nigam has allegedly ignored three notices in the Kannada concert controversy case.
Karnataka to set up India's first 'Quantum City' near Bengaluru
Karnataka is all set to build India's first "Quantum City" at Hessarghatta, on the outskirts of Bengaluru.
Communal clash erupts in Karnataka during Ganesh visarjan: 8 injured
A communal clash broke out in Maddur town of Karnataka's Mandya district on Sunday night, leaving eight injured.
Karnataka: Woman attacked by stray dog inside court complex
A 35-year-old woman was brutally attacked by a stray dog at the Gubbi Court in Tumakuru district of Karnataka on Saturday.
Karnataka withdraws 63 criminal cases; many tied to Shivakumar supporters
The Karnataka Cabinet has decided to withdraw 63 criminal cases against various groups, including farmers, Dalit activists, and pro-Kannada and pro-Hindu outfits.
Karnataka Congress MLA's 'delivery' remark to woman journalist sparks row
Karnataka Congress MLA RV Deshpande has sparked controversy after his response to a female journalist who had questioned him about the lack of hospitals in Joida taluk, Uttara Kannada.
Siddaramaiah asks Murmu, 'Do you know Kannada?' she responds
During the first leg of her three-day visit, President Droupadi Murmu had a lighthearted exchange with Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah over the Kannada language.
Your health, life insurance premiums are about to become cheaper
The Group of Ministers (GoM) on health and life insurance has tentatively agreed that Goods and Services Tax (GST) should be exempted from these insurance policies.
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.
'Goddess not Hindu property alone': Shivakumar sparks political storm
Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar has sparked a political row after declaring that Chamundi Hill in Mysuru, home to the Chamundeshwari Temple, is not the property of Hindus alone.
Rapido is not earning money from bike taxis in Karnataka
Roppen Transportation Services, the company behind Rapido, has informed the Karnataka transport department that it is only a facilitator for bike taxi services in the state.
Uber, Ola have stopped bike taxi services in Karnataka again
Rapido has launched a new facility called "Bike Direct" to continue its operations in Karnataka.
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.