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Karnataka proposes teacher recruitment rules prioritising competitive exam scores, fuels fears of encouraging coaching centres

A teacher aspirant alleged that the government has created an environment where it is impossible to get a job without coaching

The Hindu 9 Feb 2026 10:21 am

Bengaluru metro fare hike showdown: BJP MP Tejasvi Surya detained

BJYM president Tejasvi Surya was detained during protests against proposed Namma Metro fare hikes in Bengaluru. Surya accused the Karnataka government of suppressing dissent and questioned Chief Minister Siddaramaiah's stance on fare authority, while the Congress government blamed the BJP and Centre for the increase.

The Times of India 9 Feb 2026 9:57 am

Security lapse: Karnataka CM Siddaramaiahs chopper lands at wrong helipad

Chief Minister Siddaramaiah's helicopter landed at an unscheduled helipad in Lingasugur, causing confusion and a security lapse. Meanwhile, in Dharwad, the CM criticized the Centre for delays in approving major irrigation projects, accusing Union Minister Pralhad Joshi of misleading the public.

The Times of India 9 Feb 2026 7:11 am

Attacked me with helmet: Drunk Bengaluru women crash scooter into cab, assault driver

Two college students, Liza (19) and Amran Mathew (18), allegedly assaulted a cab driver and bystanders on Sir M Visvesvaraya Road after crashing their scooter into his car. The drunken rampage continued even after police arrived, requiring significant personnel to control the situation.

The Times of India 9 Feb 2026 7:04 am

Karnataka | Drunk Bengaluru Women Crash Into Cab, Hit Driver With Helmet, Abuse Crowd - NDTV

Karnataka | Drunk Bengaluru Women Crash Into Cab, Hit Driver With Helmet, Abuse Crowd NDTV

Google News 9 Feb 2026 6:33 am

Two die after car rams their motorcycle in Kolar

The Times of India 9 Feb 2026 3:25 am

Bengaluru woman secretly films, shares nude pics & videos of mother, aunt with lover; flees home to marry him

A Bengaluru woman filed a police complaint after discovering her 23-year-old daughter allegedly shared private photos of her mother and nude images of her aunt with a man named Varun. The family found the disturbing material on the daughter's phone, raising concerns about online exploitation and data misuse. The daughter has since left home, claiming she intends to marry Varun.

The Times of India 9 Feb 2026 3:25 am

Five land in Karnataka police net for sale of newborn

The Times of India 9 Feb 2026 1:31 am

Cement mixer kills pregnant teacher in Bengaluru

The Times of India 9 Feb 2026 1:31 am

Ministry urged to allow Kannada in rly dept exams

The Times of India 9 Feb 2026 12:11 am

Career guidance programme held

The Times of India 9 Feb 2026 12:11 am

Streetlights on TenderSure road in Hubballi defunct

The Times of India 9 Feb 2026 12:11 am

Winning is a responsibility

Post their win at the recently concluded BIFFes, filmmakers say recognition is only the beginning

The Times of India 9 Feb 2026 12:00 am

11 vehicles seized after wheeling videos go viral

The Times of India 8 Feb 2026 11:36 pm

Union minister inaugurates Ashraya Foundations new building

The Times of India 8 Feb 2026 11:35 pm

Namma Metro fare hike put on hold after public backlash; BMRCL to review decision

The rollback follows widespread criticism from commuters and a political slugfest, with both the BJP and the Congress attempting to pin responsibility for the proposed hike on the other

The Hindu 8 Feb 2026 11:14 pm

NSS programme officer, student feted

The Times of India 8 Feb 2026 10:57 pm

Salesman robbed close to police station

The Hindu 8 Feb 2026 10:52 pm

Hebbagodi police rescue 6 trapped in lift

The Hindu 8 Feb 2026 10:47 pm

In 3 years, 60% of 90,000 dog attack cases were in Bluru

The Times of India 8 Feb 2026 10:25 pm

GTD not with JD(S), says H D Kumaraswamy

The Hindu 8 Feb 2026 6:46 pm

RPF return laptop left behind in train

The Hindu 8 Feb 2026 6:36 pm

Claims about leadership change are personal views, says MLC

Internal democracy enables Congress leaders to speak freely, says Salim Ahmed

The Hindu 8 Feb 2026 6:32 pm

Pilot and trainee injured after aircraft crashes in Vijayapura district

The two-seater plane belonging to the Red Bird Academy was going from Kalaburagi to Belagavi, when it nose-dived into the field and turned turtle.

The Hindu 8 Feb 2026 4:55 pm

Airplane Crash Karnataka: Pilot and Trainee Survive Crash - Deccan Herald

Airplane Crash Karnataka: Pilot and Trainee Survive Crash Deccan Herald

Google News 8 Feb 2026 4:51 pm

Soundproof barrier planned near Ranganathittu for MysuruKushalnagar highway

The soundproof barrier is essentially an acoustic wall designed to reduce traffic noise reaching sensitive areas.

The Hindu 8 Feb 2026 4:26 pm

DC Shreeroopa reviews preparations for Shivarathri Jatra at MM Hills

A large number of devotees from Karnataka and Tamil Nadu are expected to reach MM Hills on a padayatra for the Jatra, scheduled to be held from February 14 to 18.

The Hindu 8 Feb 2026 4:01 pm

Bengaluru transport dept files complaint against Lamborghini owner for forged documents

Transport officials in Bengaluru have uncovered an alleged tax evasion scheme involving a Lamborghini Huracan Evo. An anonymous tip led to the discovery of forged documents used to illegally register the luxury car, potentially avoiding over 37 lakh in taxes and penalties.

The Times of India 8 Feb 2026 3:43 pm

Old Maravoor bridge to be dismantled to pave way for construction of new one

Foundation and pillars of the old bridge, a portion of which had sunk in 2021, have become weak and cannot be restored, PWD

The Hindu 8 Feb 2026 1:57 pm

'Showed him wedding saree, invite: Bengaluru bodybuilder dies by suicide after girlfriends engagement; planned to celebrate Valentines Day together

A 26-year-old gym trainer died by suicide after learning his girlfriend of three years was engaged to another man. He reportedly left a note blaming his lover and her mother for his death. Family members stated he was devastated by the news and had financially supported his girlfriend.

The Times of India 8 Feb 2026 1:09 pm

Shivamogga police open fire, arrest rowdy-sheeter and his associates near Bhadravathi

Mubarak alias Dicchi, the rowdy-sheeter, suffered a gunshot wound on his right leg. He has been facing several charges including murder, attempted murder and extortion.

The Hindu 8 Feb 2026 10:25 am

Karnataka HC cancels 2.4-acre land gift deed after daughters neglect 84-year-old dad

Karnataka High Court cancelled a gift deed of 2.4 acres of land from an 84-year-old father to his daughters after they neglected him. The court invoked the Maintenance and Welfare of Parents and Senior Citizens Act, 2007, stating that an explicit maintenance clause is not mandatory, and such obligations can be inferred from the circumstances and conduct of the parties.

The Times of India 8 Feb 2026 8:55 am

Barbaric act: Karnataka HC upholds death penalty in minors 2021 rape-murder case

The Karnataka High Court has upheld the death penalty for three men convicted of the gangrape and murder of an eight-year-old girl. A division bench dismissed their appeals, describing the act as barbaric and emphasizing that a lesser sentence would send a wrong message to society.

The Times of India 8 Feb 2026 7:15 am

E-bus mows down beautician, 20 in Bengaluru

The Times of India 8 Feb 2026 1:07 am

Proposed Bill on menstrual leave in Karnataka put on the back burner

The Bill was proposed to be introduced during the last Winter session in Belagavi, but was not

The Hindu 8 Feb 2026 12:48 am

Fresh spat over Papanasha Temple restoration in Bidar

The Times of India 8 Feb 2026 12:02 am

KMC-RI rolls out QR code security at MCH dept gate

The Times of India 7 Feb 2026 11:41 pm

Breaking free from tanker water

Rain harvesting, recycling and smart tech help communities cut costs and shortages.

The Times of India 7 Feb 2026 11:33 pm

SWR operates 47 special trains; proposes 14 more

The Times of India 7 Feb 2026 11:19 pm

Slow work on TB dam gates Unacceptable: Sriramulu

The Times of India 7 Feb 2026 11:04 pm