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Dubai police visit Bengaluru to study Safe City technologies

The Times of India 17 Feb 2026 12:41 am

Bangladeshi man held at Bengaluru airport with fake passport

The Times of India 17 Feb 2026 12:41 am

Hyderabad: Mob attacks drivers transporting eggs at Tukkuguda

Hyderabad: Two Muslim mini truck drivers transporting eggs were allegedly attacked by a mob at around midnight in Tukkuguda, Hyderabad, on February 15. Syed Ali and Waseem Ali were transporting eggs from Shadnagar. At around midnight, as their vehicle reached near the Tukkuguda bus stop, around 15 people with wooden sticks and some with rods, Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 17 Feb 2026 12:31 am

Shooting became harder once I could feel my baby moving: Meghana Sajjanar

The Bengaluru-based shooter won one gold medal and one bronze all while being eight months pregnant

The Times of India 17 Feb 2026 12:00 am

Its not just coffee, its my story in a cup: Suhas Dwarkanath

From saving pocket money for a rare cappuccino to becoming Indias Barista Champion, Suhas Dwarkanaths journey reflects grit, risk and reinvention. Today, he represents India on global stages, mentors baristas and continues to experiment with beans. It is this blend of excellence, entrepreneurship and impact that makes him a Bangalore Times Headliner

The Times of India 17 Feb 2026 12:00 am

Jogimatti remains closed to tourists over wildfire risk

The Times of India 16 Feb 2026 11:35 pm

Leopard spotted in Hampi residential area leads to panic

The Times of India 16 Feb 2026 11:35 pm

Paddy merchant cheats 40 farmers in Yadgir district

The Times of India 16 Feb 2026 11:33 pm

Neha murder case: Bail plea of accused rejected

The Times of India 16 Feb 2026 11:18 pm

Nippani man put under digital arrest, duped of Rs 5 lakh

The Times of India 16 Feb 2026 11:16 pm

Experimental stoppage of four pairs of trains

The Times of India 16 Feb 2026 10:56 pm

Man and son drown in Karanja dam canal

The Times of India 16 Feb 2026 10:53 pm

Student dies after falling from school building

The Times of India 16 Feb 2026 10:53 pm

BJP, VHP tear into Priyank over RSS money-laundering jibe

The Times of India 16 Feb 2026 10:18 pm

Two-year-old among three killed in separate road accidents

Angry passersby protested, demanding immediate repairs to the damaged roads, as well as measures to alleviate traffic congestion in that area

The Hindu 16 Feb 2026 9:22 pm

Retired Army officer Gnanakan passes away

The Hindu 16 Feb 2026 9:13 pm

JSS STU to host Japan-India Academic Meet

The Hindu 16 Feb 2026 8:58 pm

Karnataka High Court orders inspection of Paying Guest accommodations to verify adherence to 10-point guidelines issued in 2024

The court has directed civic authorities to commence the inspection from February 18 and complete the process within two weeks

The Hindu 16 Feb 2026 7:54 pm

Minister saying communal violence led to reduced investments in coastal region is true, says Dinesh Gundu Rao

I do not have much information about Priyank Kharges stand on RSS and BJP. You better ask him, retorts Health Minister

The Hindu 16 Feb 2026 7:51 pm

No trade licence needed under municipal laws for cinema exhibition: Karnataka High Court

But selling food and other business activities within cinema theatre need trade licence

The Hindu 16 Feb 2026 7:38 pm

NIMHANS study demonstrates promise in intranasal therapy for Parkinsons disease

This is not just a proposed hope for Parkinsons patients, we have successfully demonstrated in a pre-clinical rat model that this strategy works, says Indrani Datta, professor at the Department of Biophysics at NIMHANS

The Hindu 16 Feb 2026 7:30 pm

Dharwad chalks out comprehensive plan to redress public grievances

Snehal R., who has taken charge as Deputy Commissioner, says that it will help ensure quick resolutions to civic problems, including water woes

The Hindu 16 Feb 2026 7:23 pm

India-France Annual Defence Dialogue to be held in Bengaluru on February 17

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will co-chair the meeting with Minister for Armed Forces and Veterans Affairs of France Catherine Vautrin during which they will review the bilateral defence cooperation, with focus on expanding industrial collaboration

The Hindu 16 Feb 2026 7:19 pm

Hampi gang rape and murder: Gangavathi Court sentences three to death

The accused had raped two women and murdered of a tourist near Tungabhadra Left Bank Canal in Sanapur of Koppal district last year

The Hindu 16 Feb 2026 7:14 pm

Agri entrepreneur Manjunath Sanus autobiography set to be released

The Samarth Bharat Raitha Seva Kendra is organising a book launch and also the inauguration of a flagship retail agri-input outlet in Hubballi

The Hindu 16 Feb 2026 7:14 pm

Colourful start to All India Postal Cultural Meet in Mysuru

Jitendra Gupta, Director General of Postal Services, New Delhi, inaugurates the five-day AIPCM-2026

The Hindu 16 Feb 2026 7:07 pm

Sathya Sai Divya Rath Yatra passing through Dharwad district till Feb. 22

The Sri Sathya Sai Prema Pravhini Divya Rathyatra is being organised as part of the 100th birth anniversary celebrations of Sri Sathya Sai Baba

The Hindu 16 Feb 2026 7:06 pm

Anthropic brand name case: Representatives of US firm fail to appear in Belagavi court

Fresh summons addressed to staff of US-based companys office in Bengaluru

The Hindu 16 Feb 2026 4:39 pm

Shivamogga airport to get night landing facility by October, says KSIIDC Chairperson

The night landing facility had been delayed because it requires sensitive technical elements in addition to electrical work

The Hindu 16 Feb 2026 3:23 pm

Angry over delay in formation of separate Dharwad city corporation, leaders warn of another agitation

According to members of the forum, officers state that the process of carving out a separate municipal corporation for Dharwad is now in the final stage

The Hindu 16 Feb 2026 1:36 pm

Balu Forge Industries Reports Strong Q3 FY26 Performance

EBITDA of Rs. 2,396 Mn in Q3 FY26, up by 36.0% YoY PAT of Rs. 1,932 Mn in Q3 FY26, up by 36.8% YoY Balu Forge Industries Ltd. (the Company or BFIL) (BSE: 531112 | NSE: BALUFORGE), a leading precision engineering and manufacturing company, has announced its unaudited financial results for the quarter and nine months ended 31st December 2025. Consolidated Financial Performance: Rs. Mn Q3 FY26 Q3 FY25 Y-o-Y (%) Q2 FY26 Q-o-Q (%) 9M FY26 9M FY25 Y-o-Y Revenue from Operations 3,111 2,558 29.0% 2,995 3.9% 8,438 6,540 29.0% EBITDA 845 677 24.8% 828 2.1% 2,396 1,761 36.0% EBITDA Margin% 27.2% 26.5% 27.6% 28.4% 26.9% PAT 711 590 20.5% 650 9.4% 1,932 1,412 36.8% PAT Margin% 22.5% 22.2% 21.5% 22.6% 21.2% EPS (Rs.) 6.4 5.5 16.4% 6.08 5.3% 17.0 13.5 34.7% Consolidated 9M FY26 Revenue from Operations by End User Industry: Balu Forge Industries Reports Strong Q3 FY26 Performance In 9M FY26, the Company reported revenue from operations of Rs. 8,438 million, representing a year-on-year growth of 29.0%, driven by sustained demand momentum. EBITDA for the quarter was Rs. 2,396 million, with a year-on-year growth of 36.1%, with a margin of 28.4%, reflecting stable cost structures and operating leverage benefits, while profit after tax was Rs. 1,932 million, translating into a PAT margin of 22.6%. The performance underscores disciplined execution, margin resilience, and the ongoing strengthening of Balu Forges integrated manufacturing platform. During the quarter, we successfully operationalised a set of high-impact strategic assets that position the Company for sustained growth over the next decade. Our newly commissioned precision machining facility has now been fully commercialised, equipped with advanced 7-Axis and 11-Axis CNC machining lines. This capability enables us to manufacture highly complex components from specialised alloys with micron-level accuracy, decisively moving Balu Forge up the value chain and strengthening our role in mission-critical applications. In parallel, we have commercialised our dedicated artillery shell production line, with a specific focus on the high-demand 155mm large calibre. This represents a significant milestone in our defence manufacturing journey and reinforces our commitment to the Atmanirbhar Bharat vision by building indigenous capabilities in a strategically critical segment. These operational achievements have already translated into meaningful external validation. During the quarter, Balu Forge was formally inducted into the NATO Supply Chain, an endorsement that reflects our adherence to the highest global quality, compliance, and reliability standards, and one that opens access to some of the worlds most demanding defence markets. This external recognition, along with the Company's requisite manufacturing infrastructure and operational capability, reinforces our position to support long-term supply programs and maintain the capacity to service engagements for up to five years. With advanced precision machining facilities and production lines, Balu Forge is well equipped to meet both current and future demands efficiently. About Balu Forge Industries Balu Forge Industries Limited, founded by Mr. Prehlad Singh Chandock, is a leading Indian precision engineering company delivering forged and machined components across multiple global industries. The company offers a comprehensive product portfolio ranging from 1 kg to 1,000 kg and up to 3 meters in length, supporting diverse applications in automotive, industrial vehicles, earthmoving equipment, wind energy, aerospace, defence, oil and gas, railways, marine, and agriculture. Its operations include fully integrated forging and machining capabilities, with advanced manufacturing facilities in Belgaum, Karnataka, spread over a 46+ acre campus. Equipped with high-capacity hydraulic hammers and forging presses, and supported by a dedicated in- house tool room, metallurgical labs, and CNC machining units, Balu Forge ensures consistent precision and quality. The companys strategy is driven by innovation, with a specialized R&D division focusing on new materials and rapid prototyping. Strategic initiatives emphasize expanding defence production, enhancing automation, and strengthening global partnerships. With a strong focus on operational scalability, customer diversification, and ESG commitments, Balu Forge continues to strengthen its global footprint and industry positioning. www.baluindustries.com Disclaimer This investor release is not an offer to sell any securities or a solicitation to buy any securities of Balu Forge Industries Limited (the "company") or its subsidiaries (together with the company, the "group"). Certain statements in this document may be forward looking statements. These forward-looking statements can be identified by the use of forward-looking terminology, including the terms "believes", " estimates"," anticipates", " projects", " expects", " intends", " may", " will"," or " or, in each case, their negative or other variations or comparable terminology, or by discussions of strategy, plans, aims, objectives, goals, future events or intention. Such forward-looking statements are subject to certain risks and uncertainties like government actions, local political or economic developments, technological risks, and many other factors that could cause our actual results to differ materially from those contemplated by the relevant forward-looking statements. Forward looking statements are not guarantees of future performance including those relating to general business plans and strategy of the Company, its future outlook and growth prospects, and future developments in its businesses and its competitive and regulatory environment. No representation, warranty or undertaking, express or implied, is made or assurance given that such statements, views, projections or forecasts, if any, are correct or that the objectives of the Company will be achieved. The Company assumes no responsibility to publicly amend, modify or revise any forward-looking statements, on the basis of any subsequent development, information or events, or otherwise. Unless otherwise stated in this Investor Release, the information contained herein is based on management information and estimates. The information contained herein is subject to change without notice and past performance is not indicative of future results. Balu Forge will not be in any way responsible for any action taken based on such statements and undertakes no obligation to publicly update these forward- looking statements to reflect subsequent events or circumstances.

News Voir 16 Feb 2026 12:40 pm

Come pepper harvest season, children of migrant workers in Karnataka miss school

While parents harvest pepper to earn a decent pay, their children spend days taking care of their younger siblings in tents

The Hindu 16 Feb 2026 11:12 am

Karnataka collects 11,112 crore through FASTag in three years

Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari said that Electronic Toll Collection (ETC) now accounts for more than 98% of user fee collection across the country, including Karnataka

The Hindu 16 Feb 2026 10:24 am

Karnatakas Rohith Vemula Act stuck in red tape while proposed UGC regulations on caste discrimination on college campus stayed by Supreme Court

The debate on the proposed law has again come to the forefront after the Supreme Court of India stayed the UGC (Promotion of Equity in Higher Education Institutions) Regulations 2026, followed by agitations both for and against the regulations

The Hindu 16 Feb 2026 9:58 am

Probe punches holes, 400cr Belagavi loot case falls flat

The Times of India 16 Feb 2026 6:35 am

Five killed after car jumps divider, crashes into KSRTC bus

Five youths, including two teenagers, tragically died in a horrific road accident on Tumakuru Road near Bengaluru late Saturday night. Their car, reportedly speeding, crashed into a road divider, jumped into the opposite lane, and collided head-on with a KSRTC bus, resulting in a fatal outcome.

The Times of India 16 Feb 2026 6:35 am

US confirms death of Karnatakas Saketh Sreenivasaiah; father says no official info yet

Tragedy has struck for a Karnataka family as the Consulate General of India in San Francisco confirmed the death of 22-year-old student Saketh Sreenivasaiah in Berkeley, California. His body was recovered, and the Consulate is offering full support for repatriation. Saketh's father, awaiting official word, expressed his distress.

The Times of India 16 Feb 2026 5:22 am

MLA Basavaraj in 7-day police custody

The Times of India 16 Feb 2026 2:08 am

Thousands celebrate Shivaratri with Sri Sri in Bengaluru

The Times of India 16 Feb 2026 1:41 am

Mother watches friends maternity photoshoot at Bengaluru studio, 3-year-old drowns in pond

A tragic incident unfolded at a Bengaluru studio when a three-year-old boy drowned in a pond during his pregnant mother's visit for a photoshoot. The child, Lakshveer C, reportedly wandered off while his mother was occupied. He was later found in a pond, and despite efforts, was declared dead at the hospital. An unnatural death case has been registered.

The Times of India 16 Feb 2026 1:38 am

Newlywed couple injured in gas leak explosion in Bengaluru

The Times of India 16 Feb 2026 1:23 am

Were literally living out of suitcases, but we love it: Behram Siganporia

From Bengalurus club circuit to 101 cities worldwide, Behram Siganporias journey is the kind that defines a Bangalore Times Headliner. As the face and voice of Best Kept Secret, he has built one of Indias most in-demand live acts powered by brotherhood, resilience and a show must go on philosophy that refuses to dim, no matter the time zone

The Times of India 16 Feb 2026 12:00 am

Devotees take in the spiritual essence of Mahashivaratri

The Times of India 15 Feb 2026 11:37 pm

Shivaratri draws huge crowds of devotees in Hubballi

The Times of India 15 Feb 2026 11:20 pm

Puja offered at Shiva shrine in dargah premises peacefully

The Times of India 15 Feb 2026 11:18 pm

Mahashivaratri celebrated with devotion across Belagavi

The Times of India 15 Feb 2026 11:18 pm

Grand finale of Hampi Utsav draws massive crowds

The Times of India 15 Feb 2026 10:49 pm

Now, tussle in BJP-JD(S) alliance over CM face

The Times of India 15 Feb 2026 10:44 pm

Special pujas mark Mahashivaratri celebrations across NK region

Jatra draws huge crowds in Hubballi, while in Belagavi, long queues of devotees were found outside temples

The Hindu 15 Feb 2026 9:25 pm

BIAL to collaborate with government to promote Karnataka tourism

Karnataka is a strong destination, and the airport plays a very important role in promoting it, says Girish Nair, chief operating officer, BIAL

The Hindu 15 Feb 2026 8:36 pm