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Karnataka Chief Ministers post is not vacant, says Minister Venkatesh

Says the question of a Dalit, Vokkaliga, Lingayat or Kuruba Chief Minister will arise only if the post becomes vacant

The Hindu 23 Feb 2026 4:29 pm

Mandya DCs strategy to tackle stray dog menace: Sterilisation, better waste management

While nodal officers have been appointed in every urban local body to curb the stray dog nuisance, he said people should be discouraged from throwing waste indiscriminately

The Hindu 23 Feb 2026 4:18 pm

Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah demands re-implementation of MGNREGA, abolition of VB -G RAM G

The Chief Minister also wants the Centre to declare a uniform minimum wage of 400 per day for rural employment

The Hindu 23 Feb 2026 4:05 pm

Bengaluru horror: 19-year-old psychology student drugged, gang-raped by 2 inside villa

A 19-year-old psychology student from Tamil Nadu has accused two men, including a friend, of gang-raping her after she was allegedly drugged at a party in north Bengaluru. The incident reportedly occurred around midnight on Saturday at a villa in Jakkur. The student stated she was disoriented and unable to resist the assault.

The Times of India 23 Feb 2026 1:30 pm

College student dies in road accident in Hassan

Rider lost control of two-wheeler at a road hump

The Hindu 23 Feb 2026 12:53 pm

'Threw me out of house suspecting infidelity': 9-month pregnant woman assaulted by husband, in-laws in Bengaluru

A pregnant woman in Bengaluru has accused her husband and in-laws of assault and prolonged cruelty, detailing a pattern of verbal and physical abuse that escalated during her pregnancies. The complaint, filed at the South Women Police Station, alleges infidelity accusations and forced displacement from their home, despite her advanced stage of pregnancy.

The Times of India 23 Feb 2026 12:49 pm

Bengaluru fuels Karnatakas housing boom: 8.7 lakh homes in pipeline as tech jobs power demand

Strong demand for housing persists across India, fueled by industrial growth and improved connectivity, with Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities like Mangaluru and Mysuru experiencing a rise in apartment living. Bengaluru's tech ecosystem also contributes significantly to the market, while buyers increasingly prefer larger homes post-Covid.

The Times of India 23 Feb 2026 9:58 am

Rage over grazing car in Bengaluru: Ambulance rushing to attend critically ill patient stopped midway, driver abused

An ambulance responding to a critical patient faced a 15-minute delay near Alliance University after grazing a car. The car driver, allegedly with students, blocked the emergency vehicle, leading to verbal abuse of the driver. Police intervened, registering a case and detaining two individuals. Motorists are legally obligated to yield to emergency vehicles.

The Times of India 23 Feb 2026 7:03 am

'Help' to friend turns into Rs 7 crore nightmare in Bengaluru - Deccan Herald

'Help' to friend turns into Rs 7 crore nightmare in Bengaluru Deccan Herald

Google News 23 Feb 2026 3:14 am

Visiting Delhi normal practice, says Deputy CM Shivakumar - Deccan Herald

Visiting Delhi normal practice, says Deputy CM Shivakumar Deccan Herald

Google News 23 Feb 2026 2:31 am

Bengaluru-Chennai Expressway to be fully ready by early 2027

The Times of India 23 Feb 2026 12:39 am

Cricket goes on, but no accountability yet - The Hindu

Cricket goes on, but no accountability yet The Hindu

Google News 23 Feb 2026 12:32 am

H.D. Kumaraswamy asks Chief Minister Siddaramaiah to vacate his post to show love and generosity towards Vokkaligas

Hitting back at Chief Minister Siddaramaiah over his comments on the Janata Dal (Secular) leadership and Vokkaliga politics, Union Minister for Heavy Industries and Steel H.D. Kumaraswamy on Sunday suggested that the time was ripe for him to shower love on Vokkaligas by vacating his post

The Hindu 23 Feb 2026 12:27 am

Bengaluru stampede: Cricket goes on, no accountability yet

While the IPL resumes, questions from the 2025 stampede remain unanswered

The Hindu 23 Feb 2026 12:22 am

Bribery Case: BJP MLA, aides in judicial custody

The Times of India 23 Feb 2026 12:21 am

Fake iPhone shock: Bengaluru buyer wins Rs 1.3 lakh refund

The Times of India 23 Feb 2026 12:20 am

Young guns who won local civic battles in Bengaluru

The Times of India 23 Feb 2026 12:20 am

Im back home in Udupi to tell my own story: Shine Shetty - The Times of India

Im back home in Udupi to tell my own story: Shine Shetty The Times of India

Google News 23 Feb 2026 12:00 am

Mysuru ZP to launch three Akka Cafes in March - The Times of India

Mysuru ZP to launch three Akka Cafes in March The Times of India

Google News 22 Feb 2026 11:51 pm

Chandru Lamani trapped as part of conspiracy: Yatnal

The Times of India 22 Feb 2026 11:48 pm

Seers, dignitaries extend support to Feb 24 Koppal bandh against industrial pollution - The Times of India

Seers, dignitaries extend support to Feb 24 Koppal bandh against industrial pollution The Times of India

Google News 22 Feb 2026 11:44 pm

Illegal Goa liquor seized in Belagavi

The Times of India 22 Feb 2026 11:44 pm

2,644 candidates secure jobs at mega fair in Hosapete

The Times of India 22 Feb 2026 11:27 pm

Dog show, adoption drive held in Dharwad

The Times of India 22 Feb 2026 11:26 pm

CM promises superspecialty hospital for Karwar

The Times of India 22 Feb 2026 11:08 pm

Perfume fuels fire in Bengaluru warehouse, 5 injured

The Times of India 22 Feb 2026 10:50 pm

Police arrest two in Bagalkot stone-throwing incident

Sriramulu says State governments minority appeasement policy has made the District Police helpless against dangerous communal elements

The Hindu 22 Feb 2026 9:52 pm

Research and market access vital to making farming profitable: Minister

Eshwar Khandre was speaking after inaugurating a Job Mela, Millet Mela, Fruit and Flower Exhibition and Fisheries Fair organised in Bidar

The Hindu 22 Feb 2026 8:25 pm

Congress leadership tussle in Karnataka gains traction again

Satish Jarkiholi says Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge has informed him that the high command has come to a conclusion on leadership; H.C. Mahadevappa urges for a Dalit Chief Minister

The Hindu 22 Feb 2026 8:12 pm

Development, welfare programmes continue despite criticism, says CM

He and Shivakumar inaugurate multi-speciality hospital, other projects in Karwar

The Hindu 22 Feb 2026 8:00 pm

MLA Chandru Lamani remanded in judicial custody till March 3

Dr. Lamani was subsequently shifted to Parappana Agrahara Central Prison

The Hindu 22 Feb 2026 7:18 pm

IISc Open Day on March 7

The Hindu 22 Feb 2026 7:15 pm

Stray dogs in Bengaluru: Civic bodies mull stricter target-based surgeries, accountability to strengthen ABC programme

The move comes even as the city corporations are scouting locations to set up shelters and new ABC centres to comply with Supreme Court directives requiring them to relocate dogs living within institutions (both private and government) to shelters.

The Hindu 22 Feb 2026 6:48 pm

Mann ki Baat: PM Modi refers to export market beckoning Nanjangud Rasabale, Mysuru betel leaves and Indi lime

Prime Minister Narendra Modi referred to the export of the three GI products from Karnataka during his Mann Ki Baat on Sunday, and said these products are known for their taste and quality

The Hindu 22 Feb 2026 6:47 pm

Farmer electrocuted after live wire snaps in Kunigal

The deceased has been identified as Thimmappa, a resident of Choudripalya

The Hindu 22 Feb 2026 6:43 pm

How NIMHANSNamma 112 integration will route mental health distress calls in Bengaluru

The integration between TeleMANAS and Namma 112 has designed around three core factors including location-based routing, structured risk screening at the first point of contact, and bi-directional escalation between counselling and police response.

The Hindu 22 Feb 2026 6:39 pm

BMRCL installs handrail barricades at more high-footfall metro stations

This comes in the backdrop of several distressing incidents in which individuals attempted to access the tracks, with some cases ending in fatalities

The Hindu 22 Feb 2026 6:35 pm

Cab driver accused of overcharging and misbehaving with woman passenger, arrested

Upon completion of the trip, the app reflected a fare of 982. However, the cab driver, identified as Nagesh, allegedly demanded 1,448 instead

The Hindu 22 Feb 2026 6:30 pm

We believe Siddaramaiah will continue as CM, says Satish Jarkiholi

Mr. Jarkiholi clarified that his recent trip to New Delhi was not to rally support for Mr. Siddaramaiah or any other leader.

The Hindu 22 Feb 2026 5:37 pm

Jai Hanuman goes on floors: Rishab Shetty begins shoot for Prasanth Varmas mythological epic

Produced by Mythri Movie Makers and T-Series, the pan-India film was launched with a traditional ceremony at Anjanadri Betta in Karnataka

The Hindu 22 Feb 2026 2:54 pm

Over 840 job openings in coastal Karnataka are on offer under HomeComing platform, says Silicon Beach Programme

Experienced-level IT roles are on offer from 100 + companies across Udupi-Mangaluru region and the SBP has already facilitated 16 successful senior hires, says Rohith Bhat, convener, SBP

The Hindu 22 Feb 2026 1:26 pm

Karnataka govt mulls social media, mobile phone ban for children under 16

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has sought opinions from vice chancellors on a potential ban for children under 16 on social media and mobile phones. Citing concerns over gadget overuse impacting learning and mental health, the CM discussed the idea, with many VCs agreeing, though some noted private schools use phones for homework.

The Times of India 22 Feb 2026 11:58 am

Woman dies in elephant attack in Chikkamagaluru, second death in six days

On February 16, another person who hailed from Haveri district, was also killed by an elephant.

The Hindu 22 Feb 2026 11:53 am

GBA auctions 7 properties in crackdown on 437 Cr tax dues

The Times of India 22 Feb 2026 8:17 am

Karnataka BJP MLA Chandru Lamani caught taking bribe

BJP MLA Chandru Lamani was apprehended by Lokayukta police in Gadag district while allegedly accepting a Rs 5 lakh bribe from a contractor. The MLA, a medical practitioner, was caught during a raid at his hospital in Laxmeshwar. He had reportedly demanded an 11% commission for a construction project.

The Times of India 22 Feb 2026 7:27 am

B.Com student ends life at home in Bengaluru

The Times of India 22 Feb 2026 3:44 am

BJP MLA in judicial custody

The Times of India 22 Feb 2026 3:26 am

DCM seeks 100 acres near Bengaluru for new landfill

The Times of India 22 Feb 2026 1:31 am

Man held for bid to defameformer Muda commissioner

The Times of India 22 Feb 2026 1:29 am

Hampi rape-murder: Judgment details brutality

The Times of India 22 Feb 2026 12:23 am

G. Kumar Naik chairs DISHA meeting in Raichur

The Hindu 22 Feb 2026 12:04 am

Tractor topples: Four killed, 19 injured

The Times of India 21 Feb 2026 11:42 pm

Ramalinga Reddy opens Living Spaces 2026, The Hindu Groups annual realty expo

IDBI Banks pan India home loan book size was 72,000 crore as on December 31, 2025. Mumbai accounted for the major chunk of these loans followed by Bengaluru with a share of 13,000 core, indicating a spurt in home sales

The Hindu 21 Feb 2026 11:32 pm

Unkal lake attracts visitors with adventure sports

The Times of India 21 Feb 2026 11:24 pm

Khelo India proposes Rs 14cr new ground for twin cities

The Times of India 21 Feb 2026 11:09 pm