facebook

...

Fights over diet, attire and TV shows not cruelty under dowry law, says Karnataka HC

The Karnataka High Court has dismissed a dowry harassment case against a husband and his family. The court found the allegations of minor marital disputes, like dietary choices and household chores, insufficient to prove statutory cruelty.

The Times of India 10 Jan 2026 6:43 am

Dental student ends life

The Times of India 10 Jan 2026 4:57 am

Official in Karnataka arrested in bribery case

The Times of India 10 Jan 2026 3:52 am

Martinez, Skatov march into title clash

The Times of India 10 Jan 2026 1:31 am

Recon Expo 2026 inaugurated in Hubballi

The Times of India 9 Jan 2026 11:31 pm

Haveri commuters protest bus shortage on Hangal-Sirsi route

The Times of India 9 Jan 2026 11:28 pm

21-year-old engineering student dies of cardiac arrest in Karnataka's Shivamogga - Deccan Herald

21-year-old engineering student dies of cardiac arrest in Karnataka's Shivamogga Deccan Herald

Google News 9 Jan 2026 11:12 pm

CM likely to inaugurate Sangolli Rayanna Museum: Minister

The Times of India 9 Jan 2026 11:12 pm

Haveri district state govt employees sports meet begins

The Times of India 9 Jan 2026 11:09 pm

CID to probe 10 cases linked to Hubballi disrobing and Ballari firing

Both the cases had become political flashpoints between the BJP and Congress

The Hindu 9 Jan 2026 10:37 pm

IGNOU admissions open

The Hindu 9 Jan 2026 9:57 pm

Ongoing roadworks cripple traffic on ChandapuraAttibele stretch, commuters face daily delays

Residents have also flagged the alarming impact on emergency services. Several ambulances, they claim, are getting stuck day and night due to narrowed carriageways, incomplete diversions and haphazard barricading.

The Hindu 9 Jan 2026 9:49 pm

Will exert Constitutional right to oppose Malayalam Bhasha Bill, CM tells Pinarayi in letter

Kannada and Culture Minister Shivaraj Tangadgi said that if needed CM and DyCM will meet President to request her to see that the Bill does not get approval

The Hindu 9 Jan 2026 9:35 pm

Karnataka High Court quashes wifes cruelty complaint against husband for not allowing her to eat French fries after delivery

Court has termed womans complaint as misuse of Section 498A of IPC and wondered how the police registered FIR on such allegations without preliminary inquiry

The Hindu 9 Jan 2026 9:26 pm

BJP State leaders stage protest against police disrobing woman

They meet victim-party workers family in Hubballi; Congress releases video of an earlier torture case involving the BJP worker

The Hindu 9 Jan 2026 9:14 pm

CS reviews Bengaluru airports new pick-up, parking regulations

BIAL has agreed to introduce valet parking services for private vehicles parked in the P4 parking area, enabling vehicles to be brought to the arrival lane within four minutes, and converting it into multi-level parking in future

The Hindu 9 Jan 2026 9:05 pm

RGUHS to shift its campus to Bengaluru South District by March in phased manner

In the first phase, we will shift the administrative block. The examination section will function from the Bengaluru office for some time in the interest of students, says RGUHS V-C

The Hindu 9 Jan 2026 8:20 pm

East Bengaluru tops drunk driving violations as city records 38,000 cases in 2025

In this three-part series, we look at trends and patterns in Bengalurus traffic violation data

The Hindu 9 Jan 2026 8:01 pm

CM inaugurates cycling velodrome in Vijayapura

The 333.33 m facility spread over eight acres has been built at a cost of over 10 crore

The Hindu 9 Jan 2026 7:56 pm

CM announces govt. medical colleges in all districts, including Vijayapura

We will also establish trauma centres and super-speciality hospitals in all districts, says Siddaramaiah after launching several development works

The Hindu 9 Jan 2026 7:45 pm

No final decision yet on party going alone in local body polls, says Nikhil Kumaraswamy

Nikhil said he will start his second leg of State tour on February 1

The Hindu 9 Jan 2026 7:42 pm

Karnataka prescribes proportionate fire safety measures for hospitals below high-rise category

The Home Departments order categorises healthcare establishments based on height, floor area, bed capacity and functional scope, prescribing proportionate safety measures for each

The Hindu 9 Jan 2026 7:30 pm

Bengaluru Metro turns to property monetisation, floats tender to appoint a transaction advisor for S.V. Road Metro Station land development

BMRCL is actively pursuing the development of land around its metro stations into commercial buildings, office spaces, and retail hubs to generate substantial non-fare revenue

The Hindu 9 Jan 2026 7:28 pm

KSHRC chairman asks officers to improve facilities in BIMS Hospital

He says increase the number of admission counters to reduce crowding at the entrance of the hospital and in the emergency section

The Hindu 9 Jan 2026 7:18 pm

Siddaramaiah-led govt. in regular collision course with the Centre

Except for his first year in office (201314), the rest of his term coincided with the NDA government led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, and the presence of rival parties in power at the State and central levels appears to be a major source of friction

The Hindu 9 Jan 2026 7:15 pm

Bengaluru: First Circle Vokkaliga Expo Begins at Palace Grounds #Gallery - Social News XYZ

Bengaluru: First Circle Vokkaliga Expo Begins at Palace Grounds #Gallery Social News XYZ

Google News 9 Jan 2026 7:12 pm

Minister appeals to State govt. to release Vijayapura protesters

I apologise to the protesters if they have suffered any inconvenience due to the errors or wrongs on the part of officers

The Hindu 9 Jan 2026 7:10 pm

Udupi: Power Women Entrepreneurs Platform to host two-day food carnival on Jan 10 - 11 - Daijiworld

Udupi: Power Women Entrepreneurs Platform to host two-day food carnival on Jan 10 - 11 Daijiworld

Google News 9 Jan 2026 7:09 pm

Revanna says he will follow high commands decision on seat in 2028 polls

The former Minister says he doesnt intend to leave the Holenarasipur constituency, which he had represented six times, but party high command will decide on that

The Hindu 9 Jan 2026 6:46 pm

Medical student ends life in Shivamogga

The Hindu 9 Jan 2026 6:14 pm

The Worlds No. 1 Bar Comes to Bengaluru: Bar Leone, Hong Kong, Takes Over ZLB23 at The Leela Palace Bengaluru - Passionate In Marketing

The Worlds No. 1 Bar Comes to Bengaluru: Bar Leone, Hong Kong, Takes Over ZLB23 at The Leela Palace Bengaluru Passionate In Marketing

Google News 9 Jan 2026 5:58 pm

Events tomorrow Jan. 10: Chamundi Hill Temple - Star of Mysore

Events tomorrow Jan. 10: Chamundi Hill Temple Star of Mysore

Google News 9 Jan 2026 5:57 pm

CID probe into Hubballi disrobing allegation after approval from CM, says Karnataka Home Minister

A video showing a woman, said to be a BJP worker, allegedly being disrobed went viral on social media

The Hindu 9 Jan 2026 2:51 pm

'Dont have any option': DK Shivakumar after being named senior Congress observer for Assam polls

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar has been appointed as a senior party observer for the upcoming Assam Assembly elections. Shivakumar stated he has no option but to comply with the party's directives, emphasizing his commitment as a Congressman.

The Times of India 9 Jan 2026 11:59 am

6-day Sri Mailaralingeshwar annual festival in Mailapur in Yadgir district of Karnataka to begin on January 12

Deputy Commissioner Harshal Bhoyar directed officials to organise the annual fair peacefully and ensure that all basic facilities, including drinking water and makeshift toilets, are put in place for devotees

The Hindu 9 Jan 2026 10:50 am

CUKs language lab emerges as key platform for strengthening English skills among rural students in Karnataka

Centre for English Language Teaching (CELT) follows a learner-centric and need-based approach, first identifying gaps in students language skills and then preparing customised content with emphasis on grammar, vocabulary and core communication skills

The Hindu 9 Jan 2026 10:24 am

The Hindu Group signs MoU with RV Institute of Technology and Management in Bengaluru

Citing the Go Change the World motive, college Principal Nagashettappa Biradar emphasised carrying this vision forward by empowering students to enhance their communication and writing abilities

The Hindu 9 Jan 2026 10:17 am

Govt extends B-to-A khata conversion to entire state

The Times of India 9 Jan 2026 9:46 am

Bengaluru tops list of Indias most women-friendly cities for 2025; Chennai, Pune, Hyderabad and Mumbai follow

Bengaluru has once again been crowned India's top city for women, according to Avtar's 2025 report. The city excels in creating a balanced ecosystem, particularly strong in industrial inclusion and career enablement. Chennai, Pune, Hyderabad, and Mumbai follow closely, showcasing consistent performance in both social and industrial aspects. Gurugram also saw a significant jump in the rankings.

The Times of India 9 Jan 2026 9:35 am

Bengaluru road rage: Zepto delivery executive thrashed, struck on chest with helmet, collapses

A Zepto delivery executive was assaulted by two scooty riders after a minor collision in Mahadevpura. The attackers reportedly used a helmet and punches, leaving the executive vulnerable. An elderly bystander intervened, confronting the assailants and helping to end the attack. Police are investigating the incident.

The Times of India 9 Jan 2026 9:32 am

Cabinet approves 'B' to 'A' khata conversion across Karnataka - Deccan Herald

Cabinet approves 'B' to 'A' khata conversion across Karnataka Deccan Herald

Google News 9 Jan 2026 8:00 am

Kasaragod belongs emotionally to Karnataka: CM Siddaramaiah opposes Kerala bill enforcing Malayalam in border district schools

Karnataka has strongly opposed Kerala's Malayalam Bhasha Bill, 2025, which mandates Malayalam as a compulsory first language in schools, including Kannada-medium ones in Kasaragod. Chief Minister Siddaramaiah deemed the bill unconstitutional and an attack on linguistic freedom, vowing to protect Kannadigas' rights in the border district.

The Times of India 9 Jan 2026 7:29 am

Love, sex aur dhokha: Bengaluru-based techie strips for AI girlfriend; falls into sextortion racket, loses Rs 1.5 lakh

A 22-year-old software professional fell victim to a sextortion scam after connecting with a deepfake girlfriend on a dating app. Coerced into a video call and secretly recorded, he was then blackmailed for Rs 1.5 lakh. Police are investigating the AI-generated scam and urge users to exercise caution.

The Times of India 9 Jan 2026 4:19 am

Dowry harassment law not meant for neighbours, rules Karnataka HC; Bengaluru woman gets relief

Karnataka High Court has ruled that neighbours cannot be arbitrarily implicated in dowry harassment cases. The court quashed proceedings against a Bengaluru resident, emphasizing that individuals outside the immediate family cannot be drawn into Section 498A IPC charges. This decision aims to prevent the misuse of law and ensure justice.

The Times of India 9 Jan 2026 3:26 am

'You have 2 wives while I have none': 35-year-old Karnataka man kills dad for not arranging his marriage; arrested

A 35-year-old farmer in Chitradurga district allegedly beat his father to death after an argument over his own unarranged marriage. The accused, S Ningaraja, was reportedly angry that his father, who had married twice, had not arranged his own wedding. The victim was attacked with an iron rod while sleeping.

The Times of India 9 Jan 2026 3:09 am